Ben Foakes Scores Record 174 as Surrey Secures Draw at Edgbaston

In the County Championship Division One match at Edgbaston, Surrey managed to salvage a draw against Warwickshire after facing a daunting first innings total of 665 for five declared by the hosts. Ben Foakes played a pivotal role with a career-best unbeaten 174, forming a record 158-run tenth-wicket partnership with Matt Fisher, which helped Surrey reach 504 all out and avoid an innings defeat. Foakes, who also kept wicket throughout Warwickshire's massive innings without conceding a bye, showcased both resilience and attacking intent, including consecutive sixes off spin bowling. The partnership was Surrey's highest tenth-wicket stand against Warwickshire, though it fell just short of their overall county record. Despite Warwickshire's strong bowling efforts, including a damaging spell from Rob Yates, Surrey's lower order resisted to deny the follow-on and force a draw, aided by a rain interruption on the final day. This result leaves Surrey needing to find form in upcoming matches against Yorkshire and Essex to maintain their competitive edge in the championship.