Lancs' survival hopes in balance

LANCASHIRE’S clash with Somerset at Old Trafford hangs in the balance as the teams battle for a pivotal win at both ends of the Division One table.

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Needing 393 for victory and to keep their hopes of winning their first Vitality County Championship title alive, Somerset ended the third day’s play on 204 for six, still 189 runs short of their target.

Should they succeed, Somerset will take their battle with Surrey into the final week of the season.