Essex make good progress towards victory
Paul Hiscock

Day 1 reports

• Hollioake carries Surrey hopes
• Essex in trouble after Surrey struggle for runs

Day 2 reports

• Irani ton steers Essex past Surrey total
• Surrey recovering after early shock
• Essex in driving seat thanks to Irani

Day 3 reports

• Essex hold the upper hand against Surrey
• Surrey's late order frustrates Essex
• Anderson puts Essex in sight of victory

Day 4 reports

• Essex make good progress towards victory
• Essex thwarted by the rain