Somerset and Nottinghamshire lose in County Championship as Warwickshire lead

On day four of the County Championship, Somerset and Nottinghamshire suffered defeats to Yorkshire and Sussex respectively, significantly benefiting Warwickshire who now lead the title race by 11 points with one round remaining. Yorkshire dismissed Somerset quickly at Headingley, with Ben Cliff taking 11 wickets in the match. Nottinghamshire were bowled out for 193 at Hove, allowing Sussex to chase down the target comfortably. Meanwhile, Leicestershire defeated Hampshire, resulting in Hampshire's relegation. Other matches ended in draws or were affected by rain, with Northants drawing with Derbyshire and Gloucestershire drawing with Middlesex. The Championship now rests heavily on Warwickshire, with Somerset and Notts needing favourable results in the final games.