Sussex's Triumphant Victory over Somerset in County Championship

Sussex claimed their first win since promotion in the County Championship, defeating Somerset by 260 runs.

Sussex wore down Somerset's resistance on the final day at Hove. Needing six wickets, they eventually bowled Somerset out for 334. The absence of key players didn't stop Sussex, with Jayden Seales performing outstandingly. Tom Abell led Somerset's fight but it wasn't enough. Both teams' coaches shared their thoughts after the match.

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