Durham survive scare to beat leaders Notts

In a thrilling match that went down to the wire, Durham managed to hold their nerve and secure a crucial victory against table-toppers Nottinghamshire.

Notts came into the game as favorites, but Durham put on a spirited display to upset the odds and claim a hard-fought win.

The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with both teams exchanging blows throughout the four days of play.

Durham’s bowlers were particularly impressive, putting in a disciplined performance to restrict the Notts batsmen and pick up crucial wickets at key moments.

However, it was Durham’s batsmen who ultimately clinched the victory, with a stellar display in the second innings seeing them chase down the target set by Notts.

The win sees Durham move up the table and close the gap on the leaders, putting them in a strong position for the rest of the season.

It was a nail-biting finish to a thrilling match, and Durham will be delighted to come out on top against such tough opposition.

Notts will be disappointed to have let the game slip away, but they can take heart from their strong performance and look to bounce back in their next fixture.

Overall, it was a fantastic contest between two top teams, and a great advert for the quality of cricket in the county championship.