England's hopes of reaching the T20 World Cup semi-finals are in the balance after they lost a final-over thriller against South Africa in St Lucia. Harry Brook resurrected a floundering chase of 164 on a tricky pitch to leave 14 runs to get from the final six balls. But he was brilliantly caught for 53 by Aiden Markram off the first ball of the 20th over as the game swung back to the Proteas. Sam Curran flicked a four meaning nine were required from the last three balls but Anrich Nortje closed out a seven-run win. South Africa are now on the brink of qualification for the semi-finals, having won both of their Super 8 matches so far. Their score of 163-6 was helped by a rapid start, with Quinton de Kock hitting 65 from 38 balls before England fought back through their spinners and some superb fielding. England return to Barbados to play the United States on Sunday and a win would still put them in a strong position to progress. There is rain forecast, however, and if West Indies beat the USA later on Friday (Saturday, 01:30 BST) and follow that by overcoming the Proteas, England's fate could again come down to net run-rate.
Enjoy. Let me know if he does his airport luggage joke. It’s a cracker. Another great game tonight. Yorkshire were cruising but we done great pulling it back. Atmosphere was fantastic.
He was brilliant mate. No airport joke. A lot about his cancer but in a very tasteful way. Utterly Fantastic
Yeah, I’m getting there. If you are ever at a Durham game I’ll happily meet you there for a beer mate. I just sit there with my dog enjoying the atmosphere. Oh and the mascots. Are they female?
Well, turns out one of my friends no longer does it (my boss) as it’s too much commitment for no money! Chester is my mate (male) at the minute. Think he’s calling it a day soon too!
Durham back in County Champuonship action this morning against Essex. Batting first. 10/0 after 5 overs
Just seen the England game scorecard. Well done Chris Jordan, should be a formality to chase that down.
