# Northants edge Somerset in thriller to reach Blast final

Northamptonshire defeated Somerset in a dramatic T20 Blast semi-final, winning by a narrow margin in a tense finish. The victory sends Northants to the competition's final, where they will compete for the title. The match was a highlight of the tournament, showcasing high-stakes cricket.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Sports
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/articles/c9v4pxv2ndpo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:29:21 GMT
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/articles/c1m191jkkm3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 21:41:54 GMT