Yorkshire Promoted, Lancashire Relegated in Championship

Lancashire's relegation from Division One of the County Championship has been confirmed after a dismal season that saw them fail to secure any batting points in their final match against Worcestershire, where they were bowled out for 177. This marks their fourth relegation since last winning the title in 2011 and comes despite high hopes following a recent victory over Somerset. Meanwhile, Yorkshire has secured promotion back to the top flight after completing a strong performance against Northamptonshire, confirming their rise with a total of six bonus points. The contrasting fortunes of these two historic rivals mean that there will be no Roses matches in the Championship for at least another season. Lancashire's struggles were compounded by their inability to perform consistently, as highlighted by their poor batting average this season. The future now looks uncertain for both teams as they navigate their respective challenges in the upcoming season.