The second day of the three day championship match between Somerset Second Eleven and Gloucestershire ended evenly balanced, after the hosts dismissed their visitors for 244 by the close of play.

Earlier in the day Somerset scored 248 for 3, with opener Neil Edwards scoring his maiden century at this level before in mid afternoon rain forced the players from the field.

During the break Somerset skipper Tom Webley declared to leave Edwards unbeaten on 101 and Wes Durston 54 not out.

When play started again in late afternoon Gloucestershire were bowled out for 244, with Durston having the impressive figures of 10 overs, 5 wickets for 53 runs.

Tomorrow is the final day of the match, and if the weather remains fine an interesting finish could be in prospect

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