UPDATE: Heavy rain has brought a sudden halt to the opening day of the County Championship Division One match between Somerset and Yorkshire at Taunton. Just 42 overs were played before a thunderstorm struck at 14:00, forcing an early end to play.
In a promising start, Somerset reached 155-3 with standout performances from Tom Kohler-Cadmore, who scored an aggressive 76, and James Rew, who remains not out at 54. The match took a dramatic turn when adverse weather conditions led to the umpires, Rob Bailey and Mark Newell, concluding that the outfield was unplayable.
This abrupt suspension not only impacts the players but also fans eagerly following the match. With cricket enthusiasts worldwide looking for updates, the immediate concern is when play will resume. The umpires conducted an inspection at 16:30, but no further action was taken as conditions remained unsuitable.
As rain continues to fall, spectators and teams alike are left waiting for news on the resumption of play. The situation is developing, and all eyes will be on the weather forecast and the umpires’ decisions in the hours to come.
Stay tuned for live updates as this story unfolds, and share your thoughts on social media about how this might affect the match outcome!
