Essex Cricket

Essex completed a stunning seven-wicket victory after dismantling Leicestershire for a paltry 60 runs on day three at Chelmsford.

The 32-year-old seamer finally broke his batting duck with an assured half-century that prevented Leicestershire from establishing a commanding position at Chelmsford.

Scotland international Priyanaz Chatterji starred with an unbeaten 37 as Surrey pulled off a remarkable comeback to defeat Essex by three wickets at The Oval.

Simon Harmer's brilliant unbeaten 80 in a match-saving partnership with Jamie Porter turned the tide for Essex against Hampshire at Chelmsford.

Strong partnerships from Jake Lehmann and Ben Brown ultimately proved insufficient as Hampshire surrendered their advantage to Essex on the opening day.

Essex captain Tom Westley produced a masterful 136 to guide his side to safety against Surrey at the Kia Oval, sharing a crucial 197-run partnership with Dean Elgar.

Paul Walter's composed century and Dean Elgar's 92 guided Essex to 325-6 on the opening day at the Oval, despite Surrey's late fightback.

Sam Cook's five-wicket haul has positioned Essex perfectly for victory, requiring 195 more runs on the final day at Edgbaston.

Jamie Porter's exceptional new-ball bowling demolished Warwickshire's top order as Essex seized control on a rain-affected opening day at Edgbaston.

Essex director of cricket Chris Silverwood is demanding a swift response from his players following their comprehensive three-day defeat to Somerset.

Matt Critchley fell just three runs short of a century as Essex recovered from 67-3 to reach 219-3 on day one against Hampshire.