Yorkshire collapse after strong start as Essex fight back in county clash

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Yorkshire chose to bat first on a used pitch but struggled to convert their promising position into a commanding total. Openers Lyth and Luxton provided a solid foundation with a century stand, giving Yorkshire an early advantage. However, the innings unravelled dramatically as Yorkshire lost five wickets for just 18 runs. Essex capitalised on the collapse to claw back control of the match. The turnaround highlighted the unpredictable nature of batting on a deteriorating surface.

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