Sam Hain scores century as Warwickshire leads Leicestershire in Championship
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 5:40 PM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026
Sam Hain scored 142 runs as Warwickshire set a first-innings total of 372 against Leicestershire at Edgbaston on day two of the County Championship match. Hain's performance, supported by Ed Barnard's 88, helped Warwickshire gain a first-innings lead of 247 runs. Leicestershire, who were all out for 125 in their first turn, went into their second innings at 55-3, trailing by 192 runs. Warwickshire is now one strong session away from potentially securing the Championship title, as a draw would suffice for the title. This match continues with both teams looking to secure points, especially Leicestershire, facing relegation concerns.
- •Warwickshire scored 372 runs in their first innings.
- •Hain reached his 21st first-class century.
- •Leicestershire trails Warwickshire by 192 runs.
- •Warwickshire needs a draw to clinch the title.
- •Match ongoing with Leicestershire at 55-3 in the second innings.
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"Centurion Sam Hain shares a 165-run stand with skipper Ed Barnard against Leicestershire to edge Warwickshire close to a ninth County Championship title.
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