Lancashire looking well in control, and this partnership could be the big one to break, Jones and Stevens. Powell gone for 17 off his 4 overs so far, could be worse!
Essex have made a solid start in reply to Somerset's 387, Cook and Godleman have made their way to 61 at lunch. Trego was my worry, and he didn't disappoint with a speedy 71 not out.
Hants have finally got their season up and running, on top against Warwickshire whose batting continues to disappoint despite the appearance of Bell and Trott. Good to see Kabir picking up another 4 so far, think that's 15 wickets so far this season at less than 20.
Mark Davies' wicketless overs has now extended to 81, what does he have to do ? A very reasonable economy (less than 2 an over) this season, but not enough to restrict Yorkshire, who are now in a strong position and may want to step on the gas in the afternoon session so they can declare with plenty of time left in the match.
Great partnership between Rana Naved and Goodwin, the relatively small lead they had when they combined forces is now a very imposing one. Leicester's top order will be under serious pressure this afternoon.
