In a high-scoring encounter in the Rothesay County Championship at Headingley, Yorkshire's Finlay Bean scored an impressive 102 not out, leading his team to a total of 192 for 1 in response to Sussex's formidable 502 all out. Sussex's captain, John Simpson, was the standout performer, scoring 136 runs and enhancing his record with 10 centuries in just 31 matches since joining the club in 2024. Yorkshire's innings was bolstered by a strong partnership of 175 runs between Bean and Sam Whiteman, who contributed 73 runs. The match saw Sussex's innings conclude with a total of 502, with contributions from Tom Price (93 runs) and Ollie Robinson (40 runs). Yorkshire's response, however, showed promise as they reached tea at 96 for 1, with Bean and Whiteman navigating the innings without further loss. This match highlights the competitive spirit and batting prowess on display, with Yorkshire aiming to close the gap on Sussex's total as they continue their innings.