George Bartlett powered Northamptonshire to 284 on day two with a heroic 92, helping them seize control against Lancashire despite bad light cutting play short. Bartlett’s innings, nearly a century, was anchored by a crucial 91-run stand with Lewis McManus and came after early wobbles that saw three wickets fall in quick succession. Lancashire’s George Balderson shone with 4-70, while debutant Ben Walkden impressed with 3-33. Lancashire, at 68-2, face an uphill battle as Northamptonshire inch closer to a vital win for promotion.

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