The County Championship round-up for the day saw several key events unfold, with play being abandoned at multiple venues due to rain. Highlights include Worcestershire losing two early wickets, Somerset struggling at 70-5, and Essex reaching 116-1 before rain interrupted play. Lancashire’s Stephen Croft announced his retirement, while Yorkshire and Somerset continue to battle it out for promotion. The Division Two table shows Sussex on top, while Surrey has already been crowned champions in Division One. The weather forecast for the day predicts heavy rain in certain areas. Despite delays in several matches, play is set to resume soon at Taunton and Chelmsford. Overall, the final round of the County Championship promises to be an exciting and eventful one as teams jostle for position and the season reaches its conclusion.
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