Glamorgan Clinch 2 wickets Win in a Thriller
Glamorgan have won by 2 wickets. Lancashire batted first and posted 201/7 in 20 overs. Glamorgan chased down 202 in just 20 overs.
Liam Livingstone was the standout in the first innings, scoring 81 off 37 balls (SR 219). 8 sixes and 3 fours provided the impetus. The powerplay yielded 58 runs.
In the chase, Sean Dickson anchored the innings with 44 off 31 balls. It was a measured knock that kept Glamorgan on track despite losing wickets around him.
With the ball, Liam Livingstone delivered figures of 3/13 in 4 overs (Econ 3.3). Crucial breakthroughs at key moments that shifted the momentum.
GLA lead the series 52-2. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.
The Turning Point
Over 16 of the first innings was the inflection point — 21 runs came off it, shifting the momentum and setting the stage for a total that ultimately proved too much.
Key Performers
81 off 37 balls (SR 219), 3 fours, 8 sixes
3/13 in 4 overs (Econ: 3.25)
44 off 31 balls (SR 142), 4 fours, 3 sixes
Verdict
Glamorgan showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. Lancashire will rue missed opportunities — a 2 wickets deficit could have been avoided with sharper execution in the key moments. GLA lead the series 52-2. The pressure is firmly on the chasing side now.