Bairstow and Hill Power Yorkshire to Dominate Middlesex

Jonny Bairstow’s impressive 160 and George Hill’s career-best 169 not out propelled Yorkshire to a commanding 601 for six in their first innings against Middlesex at Headingley. Yorkshire’s declaration puts them in a strong position in the Division Two promotion battle. Despite the benign pitch, Middlesex will be hoping for a draw as they ended the day on 141 for one. Bairstow, seeking to regain his place in the England squad, built on his overnight score, sharing a crucial 238-run partnership with Hill for the sixth wicket. This victory will give Yorkshire a much-needed boost in the County Championship.