Wharton and Whiteman steady Yorkshire against Leicestershire in Scarborough

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Yorkshire faced Leicestershire in a County Championship match at Scarborough that was shortened due to rain. Openers Wharton and Whiteman put in a solid batting performance to lay a strong foundation for Yorkshire. Josh Davey was the standout bowler for Leicestershire on the day, picking up key wickets. The weather disruption limited the amount of play possible, affecting the overall progression of the match.

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