Nottinghamshire replaces Essex at top of County Championship

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Nottinghamshire replaces Essex at top of County Championship
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Nottinghamshire climbed to the top of the Rothesay County Championship Division One, defeating Essex by an innings and 52 runs at Chelmsford. Resuming on 13-2, Essex was dismissed for a total of 221 in their second innings, with Fergus O'Neill taking 5-39. This victory allowed Nottinghamshire to overtake Essex in the standings. Meanwhile, Leicestershire secured their first Division One win in 23 years against Yorkshire, while Hampshire defeated Sussex, with Somerset in a strong position against Warwickshire.

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  • Nottinghamshire scored an innings and 52 runs victory over Essex.
  • Fergus O'Neill took 5 wickets for 39 runs.
  • Essex was dismissed for 221 runs in their second innings.
  • Leicestershire achieved their first Division One win in 23 years.
  • Somerset is currently leading against Warwickshire.
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Defending champions Nottinghamshire replaced opponents Essex at the top of Rothesay County Championship Division One after winning by an innings and 52 runs at Chelmsford.

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