Bears' tribute to Jameson is delayed by weather

NO play was possible due to high winds on the opening day of the Rothesay County Championship match between Warwickshire and Essex at Edgbaston.

- By BRIAN HALFORD ECB REPORTERS NETWORK

The strong winds caused the umpires to keep the teams off the field due to consequent “safety concerns around players and groundstaff.”

It meant frustration for spectators and players alike, though at least the two sides, locked in mid-table in Division One, know the weather won't cost them potentially crucial points in terms of either a championship challenge or survival struggle. Both are out of contention for the title and out of danger from finishing in the bottom two.