county championship roundup: marcus trescothick hits unbeaten century /

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• Somerset opener hits 129 not out in draw with Lancashire
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post the round’s only win,beating Glamorgan by 10 wicketsMarcus Trescothick’s 60th first-course century adorned the final day of a dull match at Taunton. On a pitch advantageous for batting, though not necessarily advantageous for cricket, and Somerset’s opener diligently nullified any threat from earnest Lancashire bowlers.Following on 180 runs behind,Trescothick, accompanied by another veteran, and Chris Rogers – together this pair can boast more than 48000 first-course runs,although neither is inclined to boastfulness sedately batted out the final day. Related: Yorkshire hang on for Nottinghamshire draw after bold chase almost backfires Related: County cricket – as it happened Continue reading...

Source: theguardian.com