Middlesex

Gloucestershire have strengthened their bowling options by securing Henry Brookes on a five-match loan from Middlesex for the upcoming County Championship fixtures.

Gloucestershire have strengthened their bowling attack by securing Henry Brookes on a temporary five-match deal from Middlesex ahead of a crucial Championship period.

Teenage seamer Sebastian Morgan produced career-best figures as Middlesex secured their first red-ball campaign opening victory since 2018.

Teenage pace bowler Sebastian Morgan claimed a career-best 4-48 as Middlesex secured their first red-ball victory since 2018 with an innings triumph over Gloucestershire.

Mike Gatting and high-profile former Middlesex players have written to members demanding the resignation of chair Richard Sykes, citing years of decline.