Jonny Bairstow hit a spirited 72 before rain washed out most of day two in the Yorkshire vs Surrey County Championship match at Scarborough.
Bairstow Anchors Yorkshire’s Stand at Scarborough
Jonny Bairstow played a spirited innings of 72 runs on July 23, 2025, as Yorkshire took firm control against Surrey in the Rothesay County Championship match at North Marine Road, Scarborough. The clash, however, was curtailed by persistent rain that allowed less than a session of play on day two.
Short Burst of Play Amid Weather Woes
Play began at 1:00 PM following a delayed start due to a wet outfield caused by overnight rain. Yorkshire resumed at 282 for five, with Bairstow on 19 and Matthew Revis yet to open his account. By 2:35 PM, the skies opened again, and no further play was possible, with umpires eventually calling it off at 4:40 PM.
Bairstow’s Aggression Shifts Momentum
In the brief window of play, Bairstow launched a calculated assault on the Surrey bowlers. He drove Dan Worrall crisply through the covers and swept Sai Kishore for a towering six to reach his half-century off 68 balls. It was Bairstow’s sixth 50 of the Championship season and his third against Surrey, showcasing his consistent form.
Surrey Bowlers Toil for Breakthroughs
Surrey struggled to make inroads during the short session. Bairstow and Revis added 88 runs for the fifth wicket before the English international perished trying to loft Kishore over mid-on. His dismissal at 364 for five gave Surrey a brief reprieve, but Revis (34*) and Will Sutherland (6*) continued steadily until rain interrupted.
Emotional Undertone for Bairstow
This match carries personal significance for Bairstow, whose late father David’s ashes are scattered at the ground. Off the field, Bairstow is also on standby to leave the match at any moment, as he awaits the birth of his second child.
Outlook for the Remainder
Yorkshire finished the rain-affected day on 376 for five after 110.1 overs. With more rain forecast in the region, the match’s outcome may hinge on how quickly the conditions improve and whether the pitch can offer anything for the bowlers. Surrey faces an uphill task, especially if Yorkshire’s middle order continues their solid form.
Published by Surrey Speak
