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Find out moreDelayed starts at Lancashire, Warwickshire, Durham and YorkshireAs John Cleese might say, this match is no more. It has ceased to be. It has expired and gone to meet its maker. Bereft of life, it rests in peace. This is an ex-match!
The umpires have had a quick look out in the middle and have called for a further inspection at 12:45 BST.Jamie Porter is a bit of a prodder so when the next wicket falls it might be an idea for Essex to declare, particularly if they've added another 20 or so in the meantime.Lamb drives - and that's a superb stop by Saif Zaib at cover.
The former England captain also scored a ton in the second innings. But which four other players scored a century in that Test?Although there are no covers on the field and it is not raining, there are still the heat lamps that are covering the bowlers' run-ups.
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