Somerset have taken the lead in the County Championship, moving closer to what could be their first historic title. Lewis Gregory's team defeated Glamorgan by an innings, pushing their opponents into a six-club relegation battle.
Nottinghamshire, who previously led the table, now sit four points behind Somerset after securing a draw against Leicestershire. Leicestershire, despite the draw, are only seven points away from escaping the relegation zone.
Sussex secured a crucial 47-run victory against Essex, with James Coles contributing a vital 79 runs and taking seven wickets. This win helps Sussex arrest their slide, while Essex have dropped to seventh in the table.
In a thrilling match, Surrey defeated Yorkshire. Yorkshire's loss means they are still in the fight to avoid relegation. Durham, meanwhile, appear destined for Division One in 2027, having won eight and drawn three of their 11 matches this season.
Kent beat Worcestershire, moving into the second promotion slot. Sam Northeast scored 132 for Kent, his 37th first-class hundred, helping them secure the win.