Surrey Bowled Out for 253 as Hampshire Responds in County Championship

Surrey's opener Dom Sibley delivered a stellar performance, carrying his bat for an unbeaten century (100) as Surrey posted 253 against Hampshire in their County Championship match at The Oval. Despite a strong bowling effort from Hampshire, including Brad Wheal's 4/65, they were unable to dismiss Sibley, who showcased remarkable patience and skill. Hampshire struggled in their reply, losing Fletcha Middleton early to a fine delivery from Dan Worrall. By stumps, they had reached 55/1, still 198 runs behind, with Mark Stoneman and Nick Gubbins stabilizing the innings. Surrey's total was viewed as under-par given the conditions, but Sibley's performance stood out amid a challenging day for the batting side. The match highlights the ongoing competitive nature of the County Championship as teams strive for crucial points.