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Durham duo Alex Lees and Emilio Gay pile on the runs against Yorkshire

Lees ended day two on 148 and Gay scored a maiden first-class century for Durham.

The Independent UK

Cam Green hits comeback century then retires with cramp

In his first match since undergoing back surgery in October Australia's Cam Green has hit a century for English county Gloucestershire, but then retired hurt.

AAP

County cricket: Warwickshire win nail-biter, Sussex end top-tier drought – as it happened

Warwickshire edged Durham by a wicket while Sussex dismissed Somerset for a first Division One win since 2015

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County cricket day three: Yorkshire thrash Worcestershire, Kent beat Middlesex – as it happened

How all the day three action unfolded, as Yorkshire cantered to a 504-run win and in Division Two Kent eased to an eight-wicket victory

The Guardian - UK

County cricket: Pope and Sibley build Surrey’s lead; Yorkshire power on

Rolling report: Join Tanya Aldred for all the latest from around the grounds in County Championship

The Guardian - UK

Kyle Verreynne hits 111 as Nottinghamshire recover from bad start against Essex

The South African helped the hosts recover from 78 for five to 328 for eight.

The Independent UK

Trans ban in ladies’ pool events passed after ‘loads of complaints’ from players, sports chief says

Pool player Harriet Haynes has taken the English Blackball Pool Federation to court over its ban of transgender women from ladies’ competitions

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“Ibanez and Japanese brands in general were irritating the hell out of Gibson, Fender and other US companies targeted by copyists”: From copies to innovations – the origin and rise of Japanese electric guitars (and the truth about ‘lawsuit’ guitars)

We dig into the Japanese guitar industry of the 1960s and ’70s and find notable brands, mischievous copies, diligent makers and original designs that led to the instrument’s renaissance in the 1980s and beyond

Guitar World

Tom Banton’s record-breaking triple ton puts Somerset in command

The 26-year-old made the highest first-class score in the county’s history with his 344 not out against Worcestershire.

The Independent UK

Aussie seamer O'Neill makes fine English county debut

Three Australian newcomers to the County Championship, headed by Fergus O'Neill, have made a big impression on the opening day of the season in England.

AAP

Jordan Cox gives England reminder with opening-day century in Championship

Cox’s ninth first-class century and fifth inside a year helped Essex to 355 for four.

The Independent UK

County Championship bursts back into life with calm before the storm

The 125th edition – the calm before the 2026 storm – begins on Friday with notable names headlining the cast list

The Guardian - UK

Familiar faces and trophy races – talking points ahead of the new county season

International issues, domestic bragging rights and players pushing for a bright future are all on the agenda.

The Independent UK

Andrew Flintoff’s son Corey follows younger brother Rocky into county cricket

Corey Flintoff has signed a two-year rookie contract at Kent

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When hands fail and history alters: cricket’s notorious dropped catches

England’s most renowned butterfingered culprits share the lingering regret that came from a single moment

The Independent UK

England batter Zak Crawley signs new Kent deal running to end of 2025 campaign

The 26-year-old academy product has registered 147 appearances for the county to date.

The Independent UK

Promoted Sussex wrap up Division Two title as County Championship season ends

Sussex picked up the four batting bonus points required in their draw with Middlesex.

The Guardian - UK

Worcestershire’s Leach bows out on a high while Yorkshire batters feast – as it happened

Surrey and Sussex received their divisional winners’ trophies while Worcestershire’s Joe Leach said farewell and Yorkshire topped 700

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The Independent UK

Lancashire relegated from Division One as Yorkshire earn promotion to top flight

Differing fortunes for two great rivals as Hampshire secure second place behind champions Surrey.

The Independent UK

Surrey close in on third successive County Championship title

Somerset need to beat Lancashire to keep their slim hopes alive

The Independent UK

Essex beat Warwickshire inside two days at Edgbaston

Ryan Patel’s career-best 134 guided leaders Surrey to a 153-run first-innings lead against Durham.

The Guardian - UK

Worcestershire thrive in a summer of adversity, bereavement and floods

Mourning Josh Baker and ravaged by the climate crisis, the county have made the most of limited means

The Independent UK

Rory Burns reaches milestone as leaders Surrey take charge against Durham

Captain Burns moved beyond 1,000 Championship runs for the season.

The Independent UK

Somerset stay in hunt for Championship title after dramatic late win over Surrey

Surrey were bowled out for 111 with less than five minutes left in the game.

The Independent UK

Tom Curran batting assault moves Surrey into strong position

The all-rounder smashed eight sixes and six fours in a game-changing innings of 86 from 75 balls.

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