County round-up: Thomas keeps Somerset surge rolling
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Somerset have not given up hope of improving on last year's second place in the County Championship and enjoyed the benefits again of having Alfonso Thomas back to full fitness as they dismissed Sussex for 245.
Michael Yardy had faith enough in the Taunton pitch not to be put off by a green top or an overcast sky when he won the toss but after half-centuries for Ed Joyce and Murray Goodwin his side collapsed from 201 for four, losing their last six wickets in just under 22 overs as Thomas finished with six for 60, his best figures in England.
Thomas was a key figure as Somerset beat Durham by nine wickets last month, which was followed by last week's innings win over Worcestershire.
With the exception of Michael di Venuto, who made 132 on a rain-disrupted day in Chester-le-Street, Durham were made to struggle by Nottinghamshire, whose Andre Adams took four wickets to become leading wicket taker in the First Division.
Jacques Rudolph fell one short of a century but Yorkshire ended in the strong position of 318 for three against Hampshire at the Rose Bowl.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments