Somerset reflects on missed opportunities as they finish second in 2026 County Championship
Somerset cricket team was close to winning their first-ever County Championship in 2026 but ended the season in second place again, marking their sixth runner-up finish since 2010. Leading the table by four points with two games remaining, their hopes were dashed after a defeat to Yorkshire at Headingley. Key club figures, including captain Lewis Gregory and director of cricket Andy Hurry, attributed the outcome to a lack of decisive performances earlier in the season, particularly losses against Yorkshire and Glamorgan. Despite the disappointment, both Gregory and Hurry expressed confidence in the squad's talent and growth, with a focus on converting future opportunities into consistent trophy wins.