Testing pitch promises tense finish
A tense final day is in prospect after Derbyshire built a lead of 161 with three wickets remaining against Surrey
29/08Result
County Championship Division One at London, Aug 29-Sep 1 2013
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![Derbyshire]( "Derbyshire")
219 & 286 -
![Surrey]( "Surrey")
289 & 218/6 (66.4 ov)
29/08Result
County Championship Division One at London, Aug 29-Sep 1 2013
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![Derbyshire]( "Derbyshire")
219 & 286 -
![Surrey]( "Surrey")
289 & 218/6 (66.4 ov)
Day 3
Day 2
Solanki shines for wasteful Surrey
While Derbyshire were gifted a way back into the game by some wasteful Surrey batting, their bowlers remained diligent to battle hard on a pitch that rewarded patience
Day 1
Youth rewarded as Edwards shines
George Edwards claimed three wickets and Tim Linley four as Derbyshire were bowled out for 219 on the first day at The Oval
Others
Surrey's first win lifts survival hopes
Finally, at the twelfth attempt, Surrey have their first win of the 2013 County Championship, and one that keeps their fate in their own hands.