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After New Zealand’s dramatic 1-run win over England in Wellington, we look back on Essex’s victories after being forced to follow on.

There have been some remarkable victories in the Club’s history, but few can match the drama of their comebacks after following on.

Following on occurs when a team bats second and scores 150 fewer runs than the opposing team in their first innings. The team that bats second is then asked to bat again immediately, and if they can’t make up the deficit, they lose the game.

However, Essex cricket has pulled off some extraordinary victories by overturning this deficit and winning games they seemed destined to lose. Let’s take a look at some of their most impressive victories after following on.

1. Essex v Warwickshire, Ilford (1984), Essex won by 35 runs.

The first time Essex recorded a win from the jaws of defeat was back in 1984 at Valentine’s Park, Ilford. In a County Championship match against Warwickshire, Essex were forced to follow on after being bowled out for just 114 runs in reply to Warwickshire’s first innings total of 334, which include eight single-digit scores.

However, in their second innings, Essex put up a remarkable performance with South African Ken McEwan (97) and Chris Gladwin (92) leading the fightback. They were eventually bowled out for 374, setting Warwickshire a target of 155 to win. In response, Essex’s bowlers turned on the heat and it was the visitors turn to sturggle with the bat as Essex dismissed them for just 119 to secure a famous victory. John Lever and Derek Pringle were the heroes with the ball taking 4/46 and 4/13, respectively.

2. Essex v Hampshire, Bournemouth, (1992), Essex won by 79 runs.

In another County Championship match in 1992, Essex found themselves in a precarious position after being asked to follow on by Hampshire. Essex only managed 149 in their first innings, which included 63 from Nasser Hussain, in reply to Hampshire’s 300. But in their second innings, half-centuries from Mike Garnham (63) and Derek Pringle (51) helped Essex post a total of 310. Hampshire were then bowled out for just 80, with Mark Ilott taking four wickets to secure a stunning victory for Essex by 79 runs.

This match was another has gone down in the CLub’s history as one fo the greatest as the team went on you lift the Championship trophy for a sixth time.

3. Essex v Nottinghamshire, Trent Bridge (1999), Essex won by 120 runs.

In a dramatic encounter in 1999, Nottinghamshire batted first and recorded 349 runs in the first innings. However, Essex only mustered 188 in response, leaving Nasser Hussain’s side to follow on. In their second innings, Essex fought back valiantly, with Paul Prichard scoring a century (110) and Hussain contributing with a Captain’s innings of 143. They were eventually bowled out for 432, setting Yorkshire a target of 272 to win. But in a stunning display of bowling, Essex’s Mark Ilott and Ronnie Irani took three wickets apiece to bowl Yorkshire out for just 151 and secure the win at Trent Bridge by 120 runs.

4. Essex v Hampshire, Ageas Bowl (2017), Essex won by 108 runs.

The last time Essex achieved this remarkable feat was in 2017. It signalled another monumental victory and highlighted once again the mental strength of the side that would end the campaign by lifting the first County Championship title in 25 years.

In the match against Hampshire at the Ageas Bowl, Essex were forced to follow on after scoring just 76 runs in their first innings in reply to Hampshire’s 254.

Kyle Abbott was the Essex nemesis taking 6/20 and leaving the away side with a 178-run first innings deficit.

But in their second innings, a 141-run partnership between Dan Lawrence and Ravi Bopara helped Essex to claw their back into the game. Lawrence would go on to hit 101 and Essex total was again duly aided by a cameo from Neil Wagner who struck 44 off 63 balls to help the team reach 362.

Hampshire has a modest target of 185 for the win in Southampton but the bowling attack soon put pay to that by bowling Hampshire out for 76 and recording a win by 108 wins. Sam Cook took 5/18 with Neil Wagner and Jamie Porter both taking two wickets apiece.

Adam Rossington is set to continue his winter of global franchise cricket after signing up to play for the Pakistan Super League team Karachi Kings.

The move to Karachi Kings for PSL8 caps off a busy winter for the wicket-keeper-batter who arrives in Pakistan from South Africa where he won the SA20 competition with Sunrisers Eastern Cape.

Rosso landed in Islamabad on Monday and will go straight into the squad for Wednesday’s match against Peshawar Zalmi. He is a temporary three-match replacement for Hampshire’s James Vince at the Kings who has linked up with the England ODI squad in Bangladesh.

The Karachi Kings are one of the top teams in the Pakistan Super League and Rossington’s power-hitting at the top of the order and his adeptness behind the stumps make him an ideal addition to the Kings’ squad.

Rossington follows former Eagles Ravi Bopara and Mohammad Amir to have played for the Karachi Kings, with Dan Lawrence the most recent Essex player to feature in the tournament after his stint last year with Quetta Gladiators.

Essex Cricket can today confirm the Club’s pre-season plans ahead of the 2023 season.

The squad will fly out to Abu Dhabi for two weeks of pre-season training which will include both red and white-ball fixtures against Somerset before heading home to complete final preparations with a three-day red-ball fixture away against Kent.

The fixture away at Kent will be free entry for all fans attending over the three days.

Head Coach Anthony McGrath is looking forward to the trip and said: “We’re all delighted to be heading back out to Abu Dhabi again. It’s a chance for the whole squad to be back together after a long winter and get some good practice in. There’s a strong buzz around the Club at the moment and we’re all really excited to get going.

“We’ll play several games out there including a few against Somerset who are a good side, before taking on Kent back in England, but these fixtures will give us a chance to get ourselves organised and sharp before the first game away at Middlesex on April 06.”

PRE-SEASON FIXTURES:

Abu Dhabi:
• Friday 10 March: 2 x T20 matches v Somerset
• Sunday 12 March: Intra-squad T20 match
• Wednesday 15 March: Intra-squad game (red-ball)
• Friday 17 – Saturday 18 March: Two-day red-ball match v Somerset

England:
• Wednesday 29 – Friday 31 March: • Three-day red-ball match v Kent (Away – Canterbury)

Less than a week since Vitality Blast tickets went on general sale, three fixtures are nearing a sell-out with only a handful of allocated seats remaining.

The Eagles are yet again set to receive rapturous home support at Chelmsford next season with the three Friday night fixtures against Hampshire Hawks (02 June), Glamorgan (16 June) and Middlesex (June 30) already nearing a sell-out.

Essex’s fixture against Kent Spitfires on Thursday 22 June has also proved popular with less than half of the tickets remaining.

The Eagles will open their 2023 Vitality Blast campaign at Chelmsford against Gloucestershire on Tuesday 30 May. The fixture falls in the summer half-term holidays and will begin at 6pm, an hour earlier than other matches, to make it more easily accessible for families.

The Club thanks every supporter who has contributed to what promises to be another season of the Eagles receiving the best support in the country.

 

Essex Cricket is delighted to announce that Jamal Richards has put pen to paper on a new deal with the Club, his maiden Senior contract with Essex.

The all-rounder who was born Edmonton joined the Essex Academy at the age of eleven, progressing though player pathway and making his Second XI debut in 2021, where he played 12 games bowling 44 overs and taking 9 wickets at 28.56.

He is the latest quick bowler to have graduated through the Club’s Academy system, following in the footsteps of Jamie Porter Aaron Beard and Sam Cook. Richards has recently featured for the England U19 side in Australia where he played in all four games against the Australian youngsters.

After re-signing for the Club, Richards said: “It’s great to be able sign a new deal with Essex! I’ve been at the Club for nine years now and I’m delighted to call this place home.

“After having a taste of first team cricket over the last few seasons, I’m motivated to work hard in order to achieve more. The fans have been amazing and very supportive of me ever since I began my senior career, and I can’t wait to repay them this season.”

Head Coach, Anthony McGrath added: “Jamal is one of the brightest talents on the County circuit, so we’re thrilled to have him re-sign. He has raw pace with ball in hand and can hit it a long way with the bat too.

“He has shown moments of brilliance when featuring in our One Day Cup side, and we’re all really excited to see him perform in an Essex shirt again soon.”

Attention all Essex Cricket fans!

The Essex Cricket Store sale is live with fantastic savings on training wear, replica shirts, and merchandise. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the Club, or just love cricket in general, enjoy up to 80% off a range of lines online and in-store at The Cloud County Ground.

This sale is whilst stocks last with reductions on training wear, caps and replica shirts… there is something for everyone.

And, of course, there’s plenty of merchandise available to decorate your home or office with, from mugs to keyrings and everything in between.

The sale is available both in-store and online, so you can shop from the comfort of your own home or visit the shop in person to see the products up close.

Head to the Store now to see the full range of products on offer and grab yourself a bargain!

The Essex Cricket Store at The Cloud County Ground is also open all weekend between 10am – 2pm.

Essex County Cricket Club Members will once again be able to access a host of perks including free entry and access to Member-only areas at grounds across the country.

As well as free or reduced entry at seven counties and access to Members’ facilities at a further five, Members will also get free entry to eight days of racing at four UK racecourses, including Chelmsford City and both days of the ‘End of Term’ meeting at Newmarket.

Counties offering free entry to LV= Insurance County Championship fixtures are Hampshire, *Lancashire, Gloucestershire, Warwickshire and Leicestershire. Kent and Sussex offer discounted entry to Essex Members of £7 and £10 respectively. Essex Members can also access Members-only areas at each of these grounds.

Other counties that offer access to Members’ areas during Championship matches are Middlesex, Nottinghamshire, Surrey, Worcestershire and Yorkshire. Members’ areas at Yorkshire will also be accessible during the One Day Cup.

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Please note: These offers are not applicable at outgrounds or when Essex is the opposing team, with the exception of Lord’s where the offer is only applicable when Essex is the opposing team. Free entry to Lancashire only applies to those who live more than 15 miles from the ground. Use your Membership card as proof of ID.

Horse racing

Chelmsford City, Hickstead, Huntingdon and Newmarket racecourses are all welcoming Essex Members for free on the following dates:

Chelmsford City: Thursday 27 April, Sunday 09 July, Saturday 14 October
Hickstead: Friday 23 June, Saturday 29 July
Huntingdon: Monday 30 October
Newmarket: Friday 03 November, Saturday 04 November

Become a Member

With six weeks to go until the season opener, now is the perfect time to renew your Membership from last year or become a Member for the 2023 season. Membership gets you entry to all LV= Insurance County Championship and One Day Cup fixtures, priority access and discounts for Vitality Blast and International fixtures as well as a host of other benefits.

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