Day one of the latest round of County Championship fixtures is underway, with Essex hosting Surrey at Chelmsford among the headline matches. Glamorgan face Hampshire in Cardiff, while several other games across the country have also started.
Essex vs Surrey at Chelmsford
Essex won the toss and elected to bat first against Surrey at the County Ground in Chelmsford. The home side will be looking to build a strong first-innings total on a pitch expected to offer some assistance to the bowlers early on.
Surrey, the reigning champions, field a strong attack and will be eager to make early inroads. The match is one of several in the latest round of Division One fixtures.
Glamorgan vs Hampshire in Cardiff
At Sophia Gardens in Cardiff, Glamorgan also won the toss and chose to bat against Hampshire. The Welsh side will aim to set a competitive score on what looks like a good batting surface.
Hampshire's bowling unit will be looking to exploit any early movement with the new ball. Both teams are seeking valuable points in the championship standings.
Other Fixtures and Live Updates
Elsewhere, several other County Championship matches are taking place across the country. Live scores and updates from all the day's action are being provided throughout the day.
Fans can follow the progress of their teams as the first day's play unfolds, with the latest scores, wickets and partnerships being reported as they happen.
