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With rain again playing the decisive role, Essex and Leicestershire had to settle for a draw in their Division Two match at Chelmsford

Michael Thornely continued to repay Leicestershire's faith by scoring his second Championship century to lead his side to 336 for 9

Essex strengthened their grip against Leicestershire at Chelmsford on day two. After centuries from Tom Westley and Jaik Mickleburgh lifted Essex to an imposing 434 for 3 declared, the visitors were reduced to 32 for 2 at the close.

Tom Westley and Jaik Mickleburgh put together Essex's first opening century partnership of the season against Leicestershire at Chelmsford to finish on 161 without loss