Essex

Essex chief executive Derek Bowden says the IPL could be brought forward to free up players for county commitments.

Scotland's Saltires lose a rain-affected YB40 match to Essex by 59 runs as the visitors post a big score.

Essex batsman Rob Quiney suffers a shoulder injury as opener Alastair Cook leaves for England duty.

Lancashire complete an incredible three-wicket victory over Essex with just one ball to left to play.

Jaik Mickleburgh's unbeaten half century helps Essex stretch their lead over Lancashire to 252 runs at Old Trafford.

England captain Alastair Cook warms up for next week's first Test with an unbeaten fifty for Essex against Lancashire.

Graham Napier hits an unbeaten century, but Essex are all out for 226 on the opening day against Lancashire.

Essex head coach Paul Grayson says Ravi Bopara is due a big innings when he joins the England Lions next week.

Essex beat Hampshire by four wickets thanks to Graham Napier's 78 not out after Alastair Cook falls cheaply.