Sam Hain's impressive century at Edgbaston has edged Warwickshire closer to securing their ninth County Championship title. Hain compiled 142 runs from 301 balls, his 21st first-class century, and reached 1,000 first-class runs for the season for the second time.
Hain was supported by captain Ed Barnard, who made 88 runs, contributing to a 165-run partnership over 50 overs. Warwickshire reached a total of 372, establishing a substantial first-innings lead of 247 against relegation-threatened Leicestershire.
Leicestershire, bowled out for 125 in their first innings, closed day two on 55-3. Bears paceman Ethan Bamber took two wickets, increasing his season's tally to 66. Chris Woakes also secured a wicket, leaving Warwickshire potentially one strong session away from the title.