Liam Dawson century topples Essex title push on day of undulating drama
Brilliant century in partnership with Vince all but seals title for Surrey, as fielding lapses cost hosts
19/09Result
County Championship Division One at Chelmsford, Sep 19-22 2023
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![Essex]( "Essex")
447/9d & 153/8d -
![Hampshire]( "Hampshire")
334 & 267/7 (58.1 ov)
19/09Result
County Championship Division One at Chelmsford, Sep 19-22 2023
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![Essex]( "Essex")
447/9d & 153/8d -
![Hampshire]( "Hampshire")
334 & 267/7 (58.1 ov)
Day 4
Day 3
Prest's maiden ton holds up five-star Harmer
Hampshire avoid follow-on as 20-year-old takes down Essex spinners
Day 2
Matt Critchley makes 99 as Essex pile on the runs before rain frustrates title bid
Hampshire face just seven overs in reply as challengers are thwarted at Chelmsford
Day 1
Adam Rossington hundred lays platform for title-chasing Essex
Wicketkeeper finds form to go with fifties from Westley, Critchley as hosts take charge