Middlesex ended a 36-year wait for List A glory thanks to a match-defining hundred from Higgins at Trent Bridge.

Match Result and Margin

Middlesex defeated Leicestershire by 31 runs in the List A encounter. The victory marked the end of Middlesex’s long absence from List A success, a period spanning 36 years.

The final margin of 31 runs came after Leicestershire fell short while chasing the target set by Middlesex.

Higgins Delivers the Breakthrough Innings

Higgins produced a century that proved decisive for Middlesex. His knock formed the backbone of the team’s total and created the platform for the eventual 31-run win.

The hundred not only boosted Middlesex on the day but also carried historical weight by helping end the 36-year wait for List A glory.

Leicestershire’s Fighting Reply

In response, Kelly played a fighting century for Leicestershire. The innings kept the chase alive and forced Middlesex to defend until the final stages.

Despite the century, Leicestershire could not reach the required target and finished 31 runs short at Trent Bridge.

Key Moments That Shaped the Outcome

• Higgins’ century anchored Middlesex’s innings and set a challenging total.
• Kelly’s reply kept Leicestershire in contention for most of the chase.
• The 31-run margin confirmed Middlesex’s victory and ended the long wait for List A success.

The result at Trent Bridge now stands as a landmark for Middlesex in List A cricket, breaking a drought that had lasted 36 years.

Middlesex’s 36-year wait for List A glory is over after Higgins’ hundred and a 31-run win over Leicestershire.

Impact on Middlesex’s List A Record

This win updates Middlesex’s standing in List A cricket by ending the extended period without a title. The performance at Trent Bridge delivered both the immediate result and the historical milestone.

Leicestershire, despite Kelly’s century, left the field 31 runs behind after a determined effort in the reply.