Essex found a way against Durham, James Bracey made his case for a Test cap and Hampshire marmalised Middlesex
By Gary Naylor for the 99.94
Cricket Blog
When Essex were 96 all out just after lunch on the first afternoon, you would not have put money on them being top of Group One at the end of the weekend. When Essex conceded a first-innings lead of 163, you would not have put money on them being top of Group One now. When Essex had three wickets in hand and a lead of 45, you would not have put money on them being top of Group One now.