Lancashire

Lancashire captain James Anderson has branded the County Championship's injury replacement regulations as 'daft' and 'nonsensical' following confusion over permitted substitutions.

The Blaze claimed top spot in the One-Day Cup with a commanding victory, while Lancashire ended Hampshire's perfect start to the campaign.

Emilio Gay and David Bedingham struck magnificent unbeaten centuries in a record third-wicket partnership as Durham successfully chased 336 against Lancashire.

Lancashire's injury woes continue to mount as fast bowler Ajeet Singh Dale is set for hamstring surgery, adding to concerns over Luke Wells and Arav Shetty.

James Bracey struck a commanding century to put Gloucestershire firmly in the driving seat against an injury-depleted Lancashire side at Bristol.

James Bracey's magnificent century and a crucial partnership with Miles Hammond transformed Gloucestershire's fortunes as Lancashire suffered fresh injury concerns.

Keaton Jennings' resilient half-century steered Lancashire to a commanding position as wickets tumbled throughout a captivating second day at Bristol.

George Balderson's four-wicket haul helped Lancashire dominate the rain-affected first day against struggling Gloucestershire at Bristol.

Lancashire head coach Steven Croft has criticised the County Championship's new injury replacement regulations after his side were prevented from making what he considered a straightforward substitution.

George Balderson claimed four wickets as Lancashire reduced Gloucestershire to 124-6 before rain curtailed play on day one at Bristol.

A stunning collapse to 23-5 has left Lancashire vulnerable despite a late recovery, with Derbyshire hunting their first Old Trafford victory in 28 years.

Lancashire capitalised on winning the toss to reach 346-7, built around Josh Bohannon's 90 and Luke Wells' 87 in their Championship encounter.