Middlesex Bounces Back Against Lancashire on Rain-Shortened Day One
On the opening day of the County Championship match at Merchant Taylors' School, Middlesex managed to score 139-3 against Lancashire, despite rain interruptions. Luke Hollman led the charge with an unbeaten 54, while James Anderson marked his return from injury by taking two early wickets for Lancashire.
The match began with Middlesex winning the toss and opting to bat, but rain delayed their start until 2:10 PM. Anderson, returning after a two-month absence, quickly made an impact by dismissing Sam Robson and Max Holden, leaving Middlesex in a precarious position at 67-3.
Hollman and captain Leus du Plooy then steadied the innings with a partnership of 72 runs. However, du Plooy was caught at slip shortly before tea. Hollman reached his half-century shortly after the break, showcasing his batting skills before bad light halted play for the day.
