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County Cricket Day 2: Preamble – Damp Start in Manchester
Good morning and welcome to day two of county cricket action. Play begins under overcast skies in Manchester, where the sun is struggling to break through, likened to a faint smear of butter on greaseproof paper. We will be providing live updates throughout the day, keeping you informed of all the scores and developments from matches across the country.
Match Commentary and Player Updates
The weather radar indicates an unusual weather system moving from the South East towards the North West, potentially leading to eventful starts and intervals in play for several fixtures today, with the exception of Durham, which appears to have favourable conditions.
Dom Bess’s Form for Yorkshire
Yorkshire’s Dom Bess is demonstrating strong form, following up his maiden Championship century against Worcestershire with an unbeaten half-century in the match against Durham at Chester le Street. After making his first-class debut in 2016, Bess seems to have found his stride at the crease, aiming to convert his current score of 57 not out into another substantial total. This follows a season start marked by modest scores of 1, 0, and 7.
James Vince in the Pakistan Super League
James Vince has experienced a varied week in the Pakistan Super League while playing for the Karachi Kings. His performances include a rapid century, scoring 101 runs at a strike rate of 234 against Multan Sultans, contrasted by a duck in two balls against the Lahore Qalandars, and more recently, a score of 70 runs at a strike rate of 149 against the Quetta Gladiators.
Vince’s move is noted, acknowledging his significant presence and contribution to Hampshire cricket. His departure marks a notable shift, and it is hoped the relocation proves positive for him.
Related: Hampshire’s James Vince moving to Dubai after attacks on family home
Live County Cricket Scores
Division One
- Chester le Street: Durham vs Yorkshire 295-8
- Chelmsford: Essex 179 vs Worcestershire 98-4
- Southampton: Hampshire vs Somerset 94-6
- Hove: Sussex 227-2 vs Surrey
- Edgbaston: Warwickshire 34-2 vs Nottinghamshire
Division Two
- The County Ground: Derbyshire 216-4 vs Northamptonshire
- Canterbury: Kent vs Gloucestershire 365-7
- Old Trafford: Lancashire 61-3 vs Leicestershire start delayed
- Lord’s: Middlesex 63-0 vs Glamorgan 199
Weather Forecast for County Cricket Day 2
Regional Weather Overview
East-West Weather Divide: Saturday’s weather pattern presents a contrast across the UK. Western regions are anticipated to experience a cloudy, wet, and windy commencement to the day, accompanied by considerable rainfall and hill fog. While these conditions are expected to gradually subside in most areas, western Scotland may continue to face persistent wind and rain. In contrast, eastern areas are predicted to be largely dry, enjoying spells of warm, diffused sunshine. Coastal areas along the North Sea will likely remain cooler. Spectators and players are advised to monitor local forecasts for the most up-to-date information as weather conditions may influence play.