Rain Thwarts Hampshire's Chances Of Victory On Final Day

Rain thwarted Hampshire's chances of chasing victory against Surrey as the wet weather ensured their Specsavers County Championship fixture ended as a draw at the The Ageas Bowl.

Surrey's Ollie Pope (100*) recorded his maiden First Class century and added an unbroken partnership of 154 for the fifth wicket with Ben Foakes before captains George Bailey and Gareth Batty shock hands to end the game at 4.30pm.

Rain washed out all but five overs on the opening day, and despite two full days, rain on the morning of the fourth day ended hopes of a positive result.

The players eventually made it to the middle at 2pm, but with the bowlers finding no reward prior to tea, the match was declated a draw.

The result ensures Hampshire keep hold of their third place position in Division One by taking an additional bonus point, with Surrey remaining fourth.