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انتهت منافسات الجولة الأولي من منافسات بطولة الدوري المصري الممتاز 2025-2026، التي أقيمت على مدار 3 أيام الجمعة والسبت والأحد.

وافتتحت مباريات الجولة الأولى يوم الجمعة من الدوري، بتعادل بين بيراميدز ووادي دجلة سلبيًا، وحقق فريق المصري الفوز على الاتحاد بنتيجة 3-1، انتصر الزمالك على سيراميكا كليوباترا 2-0.

وفي مباريات اليوم التالي، السبت، فاز زد على المقاولون العرب 2-0، وحسم التعادل الإيجابي 1-1 مباراة سموحة وطلائع الجيش، والأهلي بطل الموسم الماضي تعثر في بداية المسابقة بتعادل إيجابي 2-2 أمام مودرن سبورت، والإسماعيلي تعادل سلبيًا مع بتروجيت.

ومباريات اليوم الأخير، الأحد، الجونة فاز على الوافد الجديد كهرباء الإسماعيلية 1-0، والتعادل السلبي حسم مواجهتي البنك الأهلي ضد غزل المحلة وفاركو أمام إنبي.

ويتصدر ترتيب جدول الدوري المصري، بعد انتهاء الجولة الأولى، فريق المصري برصيد 3 نقاط ويأتي بنفس الرصيد الزمالك وزد والجونة على الترتيب.

طالع | حسام حسن يعتذر لـ جماهير الأهلي ويُبرر احتفاله المثير للجدل جدول ترتيب الدوري المصري

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Glenn Maxwell’s form and fitness shows promising signs for Australia as the real deal approaches

Andrew McGlashan04-Oct-20232:22

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Like a number of teams over the last few weeks, Australia have been trying to reach the start line of the World Cup without any further major setbacks. They have had to manage a lengthy injury list but have just about got there.If a reminder was needed of how seriously to take the last couple of warm-up matches, the sight of David Warner sending down two overs of long hops and full tosses against Pakistan (albeit nearly conjuring a wicket which would have given him plenty of social media content) reinforced that it’s dangerous to read too much into the final stretch of preparation.There was a grain of truth when George Bailey, the national selector, joked before the match against Netherlands that if there were any Australians around Kerala they should pop down for game – for some players there has been a risk of too much cricket and it’s been all about getting to Chennai where they face India on October 8.Related

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But while the scoreline against Pakistan was largely irrelevant, there were a few aspects that may not be insignificant over the coming weeks.Form and fitness coming together for Glenn MaxwellGlenn Maxwell is a pivotal player in Australia’s hopes of another title, even more so now that he is effectively the second frontline spinner alongside Adam Zampa. He struck a breezy 77 off 71 balls in Hyderabad, a significant stint in the middle to test the durability of his previously broken leg, then backed that up with a tidy eight overs.”There’s always that weariness I suppose mentally – ‘how’s it gonna go tonight?’ But once I get moving I’m absolutely fine,” Maxwell told reporters.”My warm-up’s probably a little bit more structured these days. Have to do all those little things that I negated early in my career – I used to just run out here and go 100 percent and I was fine. But probably [now] just a little bit more thought around how much time I spend out there in the warm up and certain little drills I have to do.”Then there was the timely half-century for Cameron Green, who has struggled with the bat for much of the year since the IPL. It was his first fifty since the 47-ball hundred he struck for Mumbai Indians in May.The concussion he suffered in South Africa disrupted preparations, but he would appear inked in ahead of Marcus Stoinis who has not appeared in either of the warm-up matches or the last two ODIs against India.Cameron Green spent valuable time in the middle•Getty Images

The fact fellow allrounder Mitchell Marsh has bowled in consecutive matches having not been used at all against South Africa and India is another plus when it comes to balancing the side.Josh Inglis vs Alex Carey?Alex Carey could have done with a substantial innings ahead of the tournament, but he was run out for 11. Aside from the 99 he flayed in a heavy defeat at Centurion, he has been unconvincing with the bat with only one other score over 20 against South Africa, India and in these two warm-ups.It is unlikely Australia will move away from him, at least early in the tournament, partly because he adds a left-handed option in a right-hand dominated batting order. However, Josh Inglis gave a reminder of his versatility with a lively 48 off 30 balls in the closing stages.With preparations now almost complete, and Australia working with 14 fit players for now until Travis Head recovers from his broken hand, it would appear that their XI to face India is taking shape. Marnus Labuschagne has surely done enough to lock himself in at No. 4 behind Warner, Marsh and Steven Smith.Having been heavy on allrounders in the lead-up, there has been shift back towards the big three quicks – captain Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood – lining up together, although Sean Abbott could still be in the frame if they want to lengthen the batting at No. 8. But with nine round-robin matches plus a heavy travel schedule, it’s likely the entire squad will be needed at some point.

Khawaja reveals approaching ICC to raise players’ concern about the level of punishments

Andrew McGlashan17-Jul-2023

Usman Khawaja has played a key role in ensuring players are not hit as hard in the pocket and potentially saved teams from World Test Championship (WTC) points deductions after he revealed he raised the issue of slow over-rate punishments with the ICC.After their recent AGM in Durban, the ICC announced amendments to their sanctions for slow over-rates: players will now be fined 5% of their match fee for each over a team is down (previously it was 20%) with the level capped at 50%, reduced from the previous upper limit of their entire match fee.Alongside the changes to the fines element, over-rate penalties will not kick in if a team is bowled out inside 80 overs instead of the earlier mark of 60 overs giving sides more leeway before WTC points are deducted – an element the ICC believed it was important to retain.Khawaja explained he had directly approached Wasim Khan, the ICC’s general manager cricket, having got to know him through his time at the PSL, to raise players’ concerns about the level of punishments using the example of the entertaining and results-driven cricket being produced in the ongoing Ashes.Related

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The new rulings will be backdated to the start of the current WTC cycle which began with the Ashes. Players from both teams were fined 40% of their match fee at Edgbaston and docked two WTC points apiece, while heavier sanctions were on the line for the Lord’s Test.Australia were also fined 80% (four overs behind) of their match fee in the WTC final while India were docked 100% (five overs behind) but there were no points deductions at stake in that game.”I was pretty frustrated with what was happening,” Khawaja said at Old Trafford ahead of the fourth Ashes Test. “I just thought someone has to find a way to speak to the ICC about it. We had played three games and they’d been three really good games with results, [providing] entertainment and we were getting fined 80% of our match fee. It’s a lot of money.”[It’s] just really frustrating as a player, you are giving it your all out there, providing entertainment, then you are getting stung for it.”Pat Cummins and Andrew McDonald also became involved while at ICC level, the reduced punishments were quickly pushed through during the Durban meeting, although there remained areas of compromise with Khawaja saying he hoped it would have been 2.5% of the match fee for every over behind and even more leeway given if a positive result is achieved.”Wasim was really good,” he said. “We talked [and] he took the feedback. To his credit, it wasn’t just listening and no action. Actions happened within one or two weeks. We are trying to go as fast as we can. It’s the conditions that make it hard for us. If you are in India, we are never behind the over-rate [with] two spinners going at it. We were getting results, that’s what was frustrating. Think England were frustrated with it, too.”I appreciate the ICC actually listening to players. It’s the first time I have had that with the ICC. Think it’s a really good step forward.”Australia, WTC 2023 champions, missed out on qualifying for the final in 2021 due to over-rate penalty•Getty Images

While the ICC has yet to confirm the new levels of fines and points deductions for the early Ashes Tests, Australia could benefit from the new regulations as they bowled out England within 80 overs in their second innings at Edgbaston.At Lord’s, the over-rates were again significantly down with both sides facing losing their entire match fees and a significant number of points. Now, however, it’s understood Australia stand to lose two WTC points (alongside a 10% fine) as only England’s second innings extended beyond 80 overs, which may yet be significant as the 2020-21 cycle showed when Australia narrowly missed the final but is far less severe than it might have been. England, though, still face much heavier punishment as Australia’s innings both exceeded 80 overs, although the financial element will be reduced under the new system.An Australian player receives AUD$18,000 per Test match, so for those involved at Lord’s, if the fine was reduced from 100% of the match fee to 10%, they would benefit to the tune of more than $16,000 each.”I’m still pushing for, if you get a result in the game before tea on the last day, you shouldn’t get a fine,” Khawaja added. “You’ve got you what you wanted. It’s cricket. You’ve got laws and rules. They’ve been there for a very long time. Sometimes you just have to look back on them and to see if you need an update a little bit.”Sourav Ganguly, who is the chair of the Men’s Cricket Committee and sits on the ICC’s chief executive committee, said: “The Men’s Cricket Committee felt strongly that over-rate penalties in the form of WTC points deductions should remain but recommended that players should not have 100% of their match fee at risk. We believe this provides a balance between maintaining over-rates and ensuring we are not deterring players from playing Test cricket.”

Chelsea are now seriously pursuing a Premier League star who was also highly thought of at Stamford Bridge during the Roman Abramovich era, with Blues recruitment chiefs holding a real admiration for him behind-the-scenes.

Chelsea set to invest in new forward signings this summer

A lot of rumours this week have centred around a possible new midfielder coming in to bolster Enzo Maresca’s engine room, with Man United starlet Kobbie Mainoo believed to be a serious target for Chelsea.

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Chelsea are also lining up an offer for Sunderland star Jobe Bellingham, according to some reports, but the club are still widely expected to significantly invest in the acquisition of a new high-profile forward.

Chelsea didn’t bring in a prolific new centre-forward in the January window, which was seen as a mistake at the time, with Noni Madueke, Marc Guiu and Nicolas Jackson succumbing to injury soon afterward.

BlueCo will be eager to ensure that Maresca does have a reliable number nine to call upon once we reach the beginning of 2025/2026, a season where Chelsea could be competing in the Champions League for the first time in years.

Chelsea are among the main contenders to sign Benjamin Sesko, while links continue to surround the likes of Viktor Gyokeres (Sporting Lisbon) and Liam Delap (Ipswich Town), who are all enjoying excellent campaigns right now.

However, with uncertainty now surrounding Jadon Sancho’s long-term future at Chelsea, not to mention Mykhailo Mudryk after his failed drugs test, it is believed they’re identifying targets for the wing position as well.

Chelsea have been sporadically linked with a new winger, but Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo is now climbing up their transfer shortlist.

The former Bristol City star has racked up nine goals and five assists in all competitions under Andoni Iraola this season, attracting attention from big clubs, and Chelsea were thought to be real fans even during his days at Ashton Gate.

Antoine Semenyo emerges as "massive" Chelsea transfer target

That is according to reliable journalist Simon Phillips, who wrote via his Substack this week that the Ghanaian was a target during the Abramovich era, with Chelsea even thinking about making contact at the time.

Semenyo has impressed for the Cherries since then, with BlueCo and the Chelsea recruitment team also thought to be major admirers of his. Indeed, it is believed that Semenyo is now a “massive” target for Chelsea, as they also consider moves for his Bournemouth teammates Illia Zabarnyi and Dean Huijsen.

“We’ve heard that Chelsea are now tracking versatile attacker Antoine Semenyo for a potential summer move,” wrote Phillips.

“There has been extensive scouting of late, and our top source tells us that Semenyo has now become a ‘massive’ target for the club. The 25-year-old, who can play on either wing as well as a central striker or a second striker, has been tracked by Chelsea for many years and was first scouted under the old ownership.

“When the new owners came in, they continued running the data on Semenyo and tracking his progress closely.

“The former owners actually seriously considered a move for the attacker when he was at Bristol City and went as far as making contact. But nothing came of that and the player then of course moved to Bournemouth.

“But the Ghana international is now a player that the new recruitment team at Chelsea really like and are impressed with not just his quality but also his physicality.”

If the west Londoners are serious about striking a deal for the versatile attacker, Bournemouth could demand a fee of around £51 million.

This will be the first time in the history of the ODI World Cup where not a single team will have the same captain as at the previous edition

ESPNcricinfo staff09-Apr-2023In what will be a first if nothing changes in the next few months, not a single captain from the previous edition of the men’s ODI World Cup will lead a team at the 2023 men’s ODI World Cup later this year in India.There have been retirements and changes at the top in the intervening period, and Kane Williamson is likely to miss the 2023 event after the knee injury he sustained at the IPL. New Zealand were the only team to have the same captain as the previous edition – Williamson was named Player of the Tournament in 2019 after leading New Zealand to the final and scoring 578 runs in nine innings along the way.Related

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While New Zealand are yet to name a replacement, Tom Latham, who has led the side in Williamson’s absence a number of times, is likeliest to lead them. As such, it’s possible that some of the men leading their teams at the moment might not be in the position by the time the World Cup comes around.At the other teams that have qualified directly: Gulbadin Naib is still around, but Afghanistan have been led by Hashmatullah Shahidi for a while now; Australia are now led by Pat Cummins, with Aaron Finch having retired from international cricket; Bangladesh have Tamim Iqbal in place of Mashrafe Mortaza, who hasn’t played internationally since March 2020; Eoin Morgan retired from international cricket last year after seven-and-a-half years as their white-ball captain, which included the 2019 World Cup trophy – Jos Buttler is in charge now; Rohit Sharma is India’s all-format captain, having taken over in ODIs after Virat Kohli was removed from the position in late 2021; Babar Azam has been Pakistan’s captain in ODIs since May 2020, having replaced Sarfaraz Ahmed.ESPNcricinfo LtdSri Lanka and West Indies, who were in the ten-team main event last time, will have to play the qualifiers this year. But there are changes there too. Sri Lanka have Dasun Shanaka in charge, in place of Dimuth Karunaratne, while West Indies are led by Shai Hope now – Kieron Pollard and Nicholas Pooran had led them after Jason Holder lost the top job following a poor 2019 World Cup.South Africa, too, have not qualified for the main event yet – Ireland can still edge past them if they win all three matches against Bangladesh in the upcoming series and improve their net run-rate from -0.382 to -0.076 or better. South Africa are now led by Temba Bavuma, with Faf du Plessis out of the picture at the moment.The men’s ODI World Cup is likely to start on October 5 and end on November 19.The qualifying event, meanwhile, will take place in Zimbabwe between June 18 and July 9. Along with Sri Lanka and West Indies, Netherlands, Zimbabwe, Nepal, Oman, Scotland, USA, UAE, and one of Ireland and South Africa will be part of the event. The top two teams from the qualifier will advance to the World Cup.

Xabi Alonso says Real Madrid can become an "unstoppable force" as the Spanish manager was unveiled as Carlo Ancelotti's successor.

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Alonso unveiled as Madrid's new coachSigned three-year deal with Spanish giantsMakes a vow and honours Ancelotti’s legacyFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?

The Spaniard arrived at the club's training ground on Monday and addressed the media for the first time since it was announced he would take over at the helm following a successful spell in charge of Bayer Leverkusen. Alonso, who signed a three-year deal, promised to bring "great things" to the club after paying tribute to Ancelotti.

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The 2024-25 campaign was a massive disappointment for Madrid as they lost out on all three trophies they were fighting for. They hope the man who shocked the football world by winning the Bundesliga with Leverkusen can propel them back to the top of European and Spanish football. Alonso's deep ties with the club as a former midfielder further strengthen his arrival as a symbolic yet strategic move.

WHAT ALONSO SAID

"Before talking about the new stage, I don't want to forget to talk about the stage that has just ended," he said. "I'm taking over from Carlo Ancelotti, a coach who left his mark on me, and probably without his mastery and the learning I received from him I wouldn't be here. I take up the legacy with great honour and pride and I hope to be able to live up to expectations and take the club to all the places we want to go.

"We're starting a new era because I feel the club and the fans are united. We have fantastic players who have a very good present and a very bright future. We're here with the conviction of doing great things. To ignite the fans and make them enjoy themselves. If we manage to ignite that, we'll be an unstoppable force."

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Alonso will start preparing to lead his team to the Club World Cup this summer and the Spanish giants will be looking to strengthen in the transfer market, starting with Trent Alexander-Arnold's imminent arrival.

A high-profile figure at Celtic would “love” the idea of moving to another club in the near future, according to a new claim from former Everton CEO Keith Wyness.

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The Hoops sealed a superb 5-1 win at home to Aberdeen on Tuesday night, as they continue their unassailable march to yet another Scottish Premiership title.

Rangers have fizzled out throughout the campaign, not putting up much of a fight and sacking manager Phillipe Clement, and it feels like a matter of until Celtic are crowned champions, ahead of Saturday’s trip to St Mirren.

For Brendan Rodgers, this is a second successful spell in charge at Parkhead, winning the title in his first season back in the dugout, and looking to make it two in a row in May.

The Northern Irishman is highly thought of at Celtic, which is no surprise, given the success and quality of football he has brought to the club, but supporters will know that there is always the risk of losing him, as was the case when he joined Leicester City first time around.

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Speaking to Football Insider, Wyness said that Rodgers would “love” to quit Celtic and leave for a bigger club such as Bayern Munich, casting doubt over his future.

“It’s always surprised me that he’s not come to the top. Everyone says he’s very bright, very hardworking and innovative. People in football have always had a high opinion of him, but that hasn’t matched his level of success. He was harshly treated at Liverpool and didn’t go on to great success elsewhere.

“He’s still got time and I think his next appointment could be the one. I think other clubs will be looking at him now. Clubs like Bayern Munich, who have fallen down the ladder a bit, could even look at someone like him. I think he’d love to move on from Celtic now if he gets a bigger offer.”

As mentioned, there may be a feeling that Celtic could lose Rodgers, considering he has managed Liverpool in the past and may always be keeping half an eye on a European giant coming calling again.

The 51-year-old has won three Scottish Premiership titles and Scottish Cups apiece, as well as four Scottish League Cups, so he is a proven winner, and it’s fair to say there are far less accomplished coaches scattered throughout Europe’s traditional ‘big five’ leagues.

There was unrest when Rodgers departed for Leicester, however, and the same could easily happen again if he departs in the near future, with supporters potentially feeling like he is merely treating the club as a stepping stone.

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Whether Wyness proves to be correct remains to be seen, but once the current season reaches its conclusion, it will be interesting to see if Rodgers’ head is turned by possible interest from elsewhere. Hopefully, he will remain at Celtic for a long time, and in fairness, he seems happy currently, given the success coming his way.

Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold has broken his silence on his future and confirmed he is leaving Anfield after 20 years at the club.

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• Alexander-Arnold to leave Reds
• Posts lengthy statement on social media
• Set to sign for Real Madrid

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  After months of speculation about his future, Alexander-Arnold has finally confirmed he will move on when his contract expires at the end of the season. The defender has penned an emotional statement ahead of an expected move to La Liga giants Real Madrid.

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• WHAT ALEXANDER ARNOLD SAID

  He posted on X: "After 20 years at Liverpool Football Club, now is the time for me to confirm that I will be leaving at the end of the season. This is easily the hardest decision I’ve ever made in my life. I know many of you have wondered why or been frustrated that I haven’t spoken about this yet, but it was always my intention to keep my full focus on the team’s best interests, which was securing No.20. This club has been my whole life – my whole world – for 20 years. From the Academy right through until now, the support and love I have felt from everyone inside and outside of the club will stay with me forever. I will forever be in debt to you all. But, I have never known anything else and this decision is about experiencing a new challenge, taking myself out of my comfort zone and pushing myself both professionally and personally. I’ve given my all every single day I’ve been at this club, and I hope you feel like I’ve given back to you during my time here. From the bottom of my heart, I thank everybody – my coaches, my managers, my teammates, the staff and our incredible supporters – for the last 20 years. I’ve been blessed enough to live out my dreams here and I will never, ever take for granted the special moments I’ve been fortunate enough to have lived through with you all. My love for this club will never die."

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  Alexander-Arnold is set to head to Spain to join England team-mate Jude Bellingham at Real Madrid. According to Fabrizio Romano, the full-back will sign a five-year contract with Los Blancos and the deal has already been verbally agreed.

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  Liverpool and Alexander-Arnold have already won the title but still have three games left to play. The Red face Arsenal next at Anfield on Sunday and then finish their campaign with games against Brighton and Crystal Palace.

Manchester City are used to being the Premier League’s top scorers, but this season’s poor form has seen Pep Guardiola’s side rank joint third for goals scored after 22 games played, scoring 44 goals.

The Citizens are averaging 61.4% possession which is the highest in the division, taking 17.3 shots per game on average which ranks them second in the league.

Of their 44 goals scored, Erling Haaland has scored 17 of them, also providing one assist in his 22 Premier League appearances.

Phil Foden has started to chip in with some goals in recent weeks, but some extra attacking additions could help City in the second half of the season.

Manchester City looking at one of Europe's best

According to reports from Spain, Manchester City are willing to make an offer for Barcelona forward, Raphinha, in the summer.

The report suggests City are prepared to offer a huge £84m to bring the Brazilian to the club and strengthen their attacking options.

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The 27-year-old has gone up a level since working under Hansi Flick, playing mostly as a left-winger, often being the outlet for that Barcelona side, which has seen his output skyrocket this campaign. Raphinha can also play through the middle and on the right-wing, offering versatility.

Raphinha has made 30 appearances for Barcelona so far this season, scoring 22 goals and providing 11 assists.

How Raphinha compares to Omar Marmoush

Much like Raphinha, Manchester City’s new forward, Omar Marmoush, can play a variety of positions, often playing in a front two for Frankfurt this season, but also having the capacity to play on the left-wing if needed, and deeper behind the striker in an attacking midfield position.

Marmoush has made 26 appearances in all competitions for Frankfurt this season, scoring an enormous 20 goals and supplying 14 assists.

As a result, the 25-year-old looks like a clear replacement for Julian Alvarez who left in the summer, bringing a versatile forward to the club who can work around and alongside Haaland in attacking areas to share the goals.

When comparing the two players’ metrics, you can see both offer a huge goal threat, scoring higher goals per 90, and both generating 0.63 and 0.64 xG respectively. Both players rank close to four shots per 90, adding extra shot volume around Haaland, which could also allow the Norwegian to pick up some easier goals from rebounds/second balls.

Raphinha has been described as “one of the best in the world” by Barcelona legend, Romario, stating “he will give us very special things in football”. Therefore, alongside the likes of Marmoush and Haaland, Raphinha would offer a more direct wide runner in behind, offering a clinical finisher from wide areas, which could then potentially further open those spaces inside for others to operate.

Guardiola adding not one, but two players who have superb ball-striking, finishing and box instincts, could take the burden off of Haaland, spreading the goals out more and allowing the entire system to operate in a more calm and controlled manner.

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Jan 21, 2025

Solid support from Harry Came and Anju Dal enables home side to recover from 58 for 4

ECB Reporters Network05-Sep-2022Derbyshire 306 (du Plooy 82, Came 78, Dal 56, Rushworth 3-60) vs DurhamLeus du Plooy enjoyed another good day at Durham’s expense as Derbyshire recovered in the LV=Insurance County Championship match at the Incora County Ground.The Division Two promotion hopefuls were struggling at 58 for 4 but du Plooy followed his two centuries in the game at Chester-le Street in July with 82 from 123 balls. Harry Came scored a career-best 78, sharing a stand of 143 in 32 overs with du Plooy before Anuj Dal added 56 as Derbyshire were bowled out for 306, Chris Rushworth and Ben Raine both taking three wickets.Durham’s decision to bowl on a well-grassed pitch looked a good one when Rushworth and Raine reduced Derbyshire to 31 for 3. Luis Reece went to the second ball of the match when he edged Rushworth into the gloves of Tom Mackintosh and Billy Godleman’s poor season in the Championship continued when he played on driving at Raine in the next over.Brooke Guest again looked the part at No. 3, showing good judgement in challenging conditions but Derbyshire lost another big wicket in Rushworth’s sixth over. Wayne Madsen had to play at a ball that seamed away and was caught behind for 9 and Guest, who scored a hundred at Chester-le-Street in July, was also the victim of a good delivery.Guest drove Rushworth down the ground for four and, with du Plooy, was starting to rebuild the innings when Raine nipped one away to take his off stump.Another wicket before lunch would have plunged Derbyshire into deep trouble but Came and du Plooy negotiated nine overs and batting became increasingly easier in the afternoon.The inevitable change of ball came after 40 overs but Durham probably wished they had stuck with the old one as du Plooy drove the first delivery from Raine back past the bowler for his ninth four to reach 50 from 73 balls. He took three more fours from the over and with Durham’s bowlers failing to maintain the consistency they showed in the morning, du Plooy and Came played with increasing assurance.Came scored his maiden first-class fifty at Trent Bridge earlier in the season and two sixes off Liam Trevaskis got him moving towards a second. He launched the left-arm spinner down the ground before dispatching a full toss over the ropes and with du Plooy punishing anything short or overpitched, the momentum swung towards Derbyshire.The pair looked set to bat through the session when du Plooy aimed a loose forcing shot outside off stump at Trevaskis and was caught behind.Durham’s bowlers could not apply any sustained pressure after tea and Came pulled Oliver Gibson for his fifth four to pass his previous best score of 70. But Gibson, who bowled at a lively pace, yorked him just before the second new ball which accounted for the tail although Dal completed another half-century to secure a third batting point before he was out in the last over of the day.