From the Cricket World

Quick sweep of stories worth flagging — each summarised in a line.

• The Blaze earn One-Day Cup knockout place. The Blaze secure their place in the One-Day Cup knockout phase in September as Somerset, Surrey and Lancashire also win.

• Anderson excels as Somerset overhaul Durham. Seamer takes five wickets before Dean and Holland marshal run-chase.

• Kate Cross four keeps Lancashire in contention. Hampshire could have guaranteed a spot in at least the Eliminator, but will have to wait.

• Dad’s back – and he’s hacked off. Those who want to be a part of Joe Root's new era had better grow up, fast.