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Ben Foakes shows off Surrey's fighting spirit

NICK HOWSON AT CHELMSFORD: Essex blew this sedate season opener wide open during the third morning but it brought out the resilient side of the reigning champions

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Nick Howson | 06/04/2025 at 18:49


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