A second win in two days against English county opposition at the Taunton Cricket Festival has left Leinster U13s in pole position to reclaim the prestigious trophy.

An inspired batting display from Harry Tector, who top scored with 82, laid the foundations for a Leinster total of 217, with Rory McGovern making a valuable 19.

Ed Wilson (4-23), Col Pierre (2-17) and James Organ (2-26) were the pick of the Gloucestershire attack.

In reply, Gloucestershire were never in any serious contention, dismissed for 122 with only George Stone (28) showing any application.

Max Neville had the quite superb analysis of 4 for just 1 run, while JJ Garth was again excellent, claiming 3 for 17.

The Leinster hit list of wins against counties keeps growing ever longer, and the region is quickly establishing itself as a powerhouse not just of Irish cricket, but of UK cricket as well.

Taunton Cricket Festival

Leinster 217 all out (47.5 overs, Harry Tector 82, Rory McGovern 19, Ed Wilson 4-23, Col Pierre 2-17, James Organ 2-26)

Gloucestershire 122 all out (34.3 overs, George Stone 28, Max Neville 4-1, JJ Garth 3-17)

Leinster won by 95 runs