Glasgow Cosmic vs Belfast Wolves, Match 13, Sep 4, 2026: commentary

Over 12. 10 runs. Bowler: Glenn Maxwell. Glasgow Cosmic: 120/8(rr 10.00)

SIX! Glenn Maxwell to Lungi Ngidi. Off break length ball, outside off stump on the front foot Slog, well timed in the air under control over long on for 6 runs. Belfast Wolves delivered a commanding all-round performance, as they defend their total following a disciplined bowling display. They consistently applied pressure, claiming wickets at crucial moments and restricting Glasgow Cosmic's momentum. Mark Adair, Harry Manenti and Fred Klaassen were particularly effective in maintaining control. In response, Jason Roy led the batting effort with authority, while James Neesham and Matthew Cross provided valuable support, but they fell short. Belfast Wolves remained composed throughout, executing their plans efficiently to secure a convincing victory. Mark Chapman is the Player of the Match.

Glenn Maxwell to James Neesham. Off break length ball, outside off stump backing away Slog, mis-timed to long on for 2 runs, fielded by Adair.

Glenn Maxwell to Paul van Meekeren. Off break length ball, outside off stump on the front foot Slog, mis-timed to deep backward square leg for 1 run, fielded by Adair.

Glenn Maxwell to James Neesham. Off break half volley, to leg backing away driving, Played to deep extra cover for 1 run, fielded by Chapman.

Glenn Maxwell to James Neesham. Off break length ball, off stump deep in crease Slog, mis-timed to deep square leg for no runs, fielded by Tector.

Over 11. 7 runs. Bowler: Fred Klaassen. Glasgow Cosmic: 110/7(rr 10.00)

Fred Klaassen to James Neesham. Off cutter back of a length, wide outside off stump on the back foot pulling, Played in the air under control to deep mid wicket for 1 run, run save by Chapman.

Fred Klaassen to Matthew Cross. Off cutter back of a length, middle stump moves in front pulling, mis-timed in the air uncontrolled to deep mid wicket for 1 run, fielded by Tector.

FOUR! Fred Klaassen to Matthew Cross. Off cutter length ball, down leg side moves in front Slog, well timed in the air under control past fine leg for 4 runs.

Fred Klaassen to James Neesham. Off cutter back of a length, wide outside off stump on the back foot cutting, mis-timed to extra cover for 1 run.

Over 10. 13 runs. Bowler: Chris Jordan. Glasgow Cosmic: 103/5(rr 10.30)

Chris Jordan to James Neesham. Off cutter short, outside off stump on the back foot pulling, mis-timed to long off for 1 run, fielded by Maxwell.

Chris Jordan to Matthew Cross. Reverse Swing-In half volley, outside off stump down the track driving, Played to mid off for 1 run, fielded by Tector.

Chris Jordan to Matthew Cross. Half volley, outside off stump on the front foot driving, Played to extra cover for no runs, fielded by Miller.

Chris Jordan to James Neesham. Half volley, to leg on the front foot flick, Played to deep square leg for 1 run, fielded by Manenti.

SIX! Chris Jordan to James Neesham. Length ball, middle stump on the front foot Slog, well timed in the air under control over long on for 6 runs.

Over 12. 19 runs. Bowler: James Neesham. Belfast Wolves: 146/3(rr 12.17)

SIX! James Neesham to Mark Chapman. Length ball, outside off stump deep in crease Slog, well timed in the air under control over long off for 6 runs. Belfast Wolves posted a competitive total on the board. Mark Chapman controlled the tempo effectively and found the boundary with authority. Paul Stirling provided useful support early on, while David Miller added further stability during the middle phase. Glasgow Cosmic maintained pressure through disciplined bowling and timely breakthroughs, with their spinners and seamers varying pace well. The fielding side now faces the challenge of sustaining intensity, while Belfast Wolves will look to defend their competitive total with sharp bowling and energetic fielding. Join us shortly for the run chase.

James Neesham to Mark Chapman. Leg cutter back of a length, off stump on the back foot cutting, missed for no runs, fielded by Cross.

James Neesham to Mark Chapman. Leg cutter half volley, wide outside off stump moves in front Scoop, mis-timed in the air uncontrolled to fine leg for 2 runs, fielded by Berrington.

FOUR! James Neesham to Mark Chapman. Reverse Swing-Out full toss, wide outside off stump moves in front Scoop, well timed in the air under control past third man for 4 runs.

James Neesham to David Miller. Leg cutter back of a length, down leg side on the back foot pulling, mis-timed in the air uncontrolled to deep mid wicket for 1 run, fielded by Davidson.

SIX! James Neesham to David Miller. Reverse Swing-Out half volley, outside off stump on the front foot driving, well timed in the air under control over long off for 6 runs.

Over 11. 14 runs. Bowler: Lungi Ngidi. Belfast Wolves: 127/3(rr 11.55)

Lungi Ngidi to Mark Chapman. Off cutter full toss, down leg side down the track flick, mis-timed in the air uncontrolled to deep mid wicket for 2 runs, shy attempt by Livingstone, fielded by Cross.

Wide Lungi Ngidi to Mark Chapman. Half volley, down leg side on the front foot glancing, Missed (Leg Side) for 1 run, fielded by Cross.

SIX! Lungi Ngidi to Mark Chapman. Off cutter length ball, wide outside off stump on the front foot driving, well timed in the air under control over long off for 6 runs.

Lungi Ngidi to Mark Chapman. Length ball, middle stump on the front foot flick, Played in the air under control to deep mid wicket for 2 runs, run save by Livingstone. That brings the fifty for Chapman.

Lungi Ngidi to Mark Chapman. Off cutter back of a length, outside off stump down the track Slog, missed for no runs, fielded by Cross.

Lungi Ngidi to Mark Chapman. Length ball, down leg side down the track flick, mis-timed in the air uncontrolled to long on for 2 runs, fielded by Livingstone.

Lungi Ngidi to David Miller. Length ball, outside off stump on the front foot driving, mis-timed to mid off for 1 run, fielded by Berrington.

Over 10. 24 runs. Bowler: Paul van Meekeren. Belfast Wolves: 113/3(rr 11.30)

Wide Paul van Meekeren to Mark Chapman. Short, down leg side on the back foot Leave, Left for 1 run, fielded by Cross.

SIX! Paul van Meekeren to Mark Chapman. Length ball, middle stump on the front foot Slog, well timed in the air under control over deep mid wicket for 6 runs.

APPEAL! Paul van Meekeren to Mark Chapman. Off cutter half volley, down leg side on the front foot Slog, Missed (Leg Side) for 1 run, fielded by Khan, appeal made for Caught. The umpire signalled it as a wide.

FOUR! Paul van Meekeren to Mark Chapman. Half volley, wide outside off stump moves in front Scoop, well timed in the air under control past third man for 4 runs.