Jordan Cox struck a sparkling century as Essex masterfully completed a chase of 330 to record a Vitality County Championship victory over Warwickshire at The Cloud County Ground.
Having resumed on 224-4, with his stand alongside Matt Critchley worth 112, Cox went on to craft his second ton in Essex colours from 185 deliveries.
Despite the loss of two quick wickets, one of which was Cox himself for 112, the unbeaten Critchley, who made an utterly bittersweet 99, was able to steer the Eagles to victory alongside Simon Harmer.
It was a victory that was made all the more remarkable considering the fightback that had to take place to secure it, with the hosts having conceded a first-innings deficit of 235.
19 май 2024
