Worcestershire’s hopes of a strong start to their Vitality County Championship campaign were dashed by a spirited Durham response on day one at Kidderminster. Despite Jason Holder’s impressive bowling spell, Durham rallied behind Ollie Robinson’s aggressive half-century to post a competitive 244.
After Worcestershire’s early strikes, Durham’s middle order crumbled under Holder’s pressure. However, Robinson’s counterattacking innings, featuring three sixes and five fours, propelled Durham to a respectable total. Ben Raine and Matthew Potts provided valuable support, while Worcestershire’s bowlers struggled to contain Robinson’s onslaught.
In reply, Worcestershire faced an early setback as Raine and Potts struck with the new ball. Jake Libby’s unbeaten 35 offered some resistance, but the hosts were left trailing by 166 runs at the close of play.
