By Brian Halford

Somerset became Vitality Blast champions for only the second time, and the first since 2005, after beating Essex by 14 runs in a captivating final at Edgbaston.
For the second time in the day, the westcountrymen skilfully defended a smallish total. Composed bowling and brilliant fielding saw them see off their south group rivals and deservedly clinch the trophy.
Put in, Somerset were restricted to 145 all out as Shane Snater harvested 4-1-13-3 (including that T20 gold, a wicket maiden in the powerplay) and Paul Walter three for 29. Just as in the semi-final against Surr...