Bancroft’s century ends 593-day drought as 39yo Aussie shines on debut — County Wrap

Green shines to keep playoff hopes alive | 01:25West Australian opener Cameron Bancroft scored an unbeaten century to help Gloucestershire register its first County Championship victory in over 18 months.

The right-hander, who also scored a half-century in the first innings, survived 205 deliveries at the crease to help set Northamptonshire an unlikely target of 558 for victory. The hosts were bowled out for 301 as Gloucestershire broke its 593-day drought.“ did it with so much composure, so much skill and calmness,” Gloucestershire captain Graeme van Buuren said after the win.

Abbott also claimed three wickets during the contest, including a brilliant return catch to remove Ed Barnard in the second innings.

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