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Somerset's Knight and Gibson Secure Victory Over Lancashire

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Somerset clinched a thrilling four-wicket win over Lancashire at Southport, thanks to Heather Knight (63) and Dani Gibson (60) steering a resilient chase. Lancashire's innings was anchored by Ellie Threlkeld (71) and Fi Morris (52), but Sophie Ecclestone's three wickets kept the visitors in contention. The match turned when Niamh Holland (25) and Sophie Luff (10) fell cheaply, leaving Lancashire 132-4 with 13 balls left. However, Knight and Gibson steadied the chase, smashing 11 boundaries between them. Gibson's 60 included two sixes, while Ecclestone dismissed her late to end the innings. Somerset's 212-6 result leaves them in strong contention for the season title.