James Sales' Century Boosts Northamptonshire in County Championship Clash
Rothesay County Championship - James Sales century tilts contest in Northants' favour
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James Sales scored a remarkable 164 runs, helping Northamptonshire to a first-innings total of 409 against Middlesex, who responded with 341. As Middlesex ended the day at 109 for 1, they lead by 41 runs in a tightly contested Rothesay County Championship match.
- 01James Sales scored 164, his fourth first-class hundred.
- 02Nathan McSweeney contributed a solid 107 in a key partnership.
- 03Middlesex's second innings saw them reach 109 for 1 by stumps.
- 04Northamptonshire's first-innings total was 409, giving them a 68-run lead.
- 05Sam Robson and Max Holden were unbeaten at 49 and 42, respectively.
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In a gripping Rothesay County Championship match, Northamptonshire set a first-innings total of 409, thanks to James Sales' impressive 164 runs and Nathan McSweeney's 107. Their partnership of 164 runs was pivotal in establishing a 68-run lead over Middlesex, who managed 341 in their first innings. Middlesex began their second innings with a score of 109 for 1, trailing by 41 runs at the end of the day. Sales, who has now scored three centuries against Middlesex at Wantage Road, showcased his batting prowess, while tailender Ben Guthrie added a quick-fire 51 runs to bolster the total. Middlesex's Sam Robson and Max Holden remained at the crease, aiming to reduce the deficit further as the match progresses.
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