Essex claims five wickets as Yorkshire falters after century opening stand

Yorkshire lost five wickets for 18 runs after electing to bat first on a used surface. Lyth and Luxton initially provided a strong start to the innings with a century opening partnership. Essex responded by taking a flurry of wickets to shift momentum in their favor. The match remains in progress as play continues on the pitch. No final score or result has been determined at this stage of the contest.

• 5:33 PMESPNcricinfo — Essex hit back after Lyth-Luxton century opening stand