Somerset leads Sussex as Lammonby shines with 74 runs

ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 6:07 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Somerset leads Sussex as Lammonby shines with 74 runs

Summary

Tom Lammonby scored 74 runs for Somerset on day two against Sussex in the County Championship at Hove. Somerset, after trailing by 48 runs in the first innings, reached 167-2 at stumps, holding a lead of 119 runs. Lammonby's innings came after a difficult season, where he averaged just 28 prior to this match. Somerset looks to build on their position as they aim for the title, while Sussex may feel they missed a significant opportunity during their batting. The match continues with inclement weather expected on day three.

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Key Details

•Lammonby scored 74 runs, his highest score of the season.
•Somerset finished day two at 167-2, leading Sussex by 119 runs.
•Sussex posted 250 in their first innings, with Tom Clark scoring 85.
•Craig Overton took 4 wickets for Somerset, contributing to Sussex's batting collapse.
•Inclement weather is anticipated which may affect the match's outcome.

Latest Updates

6:07 PMESPNcricinfo — Lammonby returns to form to revive Somerset title push
6:06 PMYahoo Sports — Lammonby helps Somerset build lead against Sussex

What they're saying

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Opener Tom Lammonby returns to form to revive Somerset's County Championship title challenge with his highest score of the season on an absorbing second day against Sussex at Hove.
— Yahoo Sports