Game on

Middlesex 216 for 6 (84 overs). Morgan 5, Murtagh 1.
Game on here as Warwickshire take four wickets in 13 overs. Godleman clipped Botha to Troughton at mid-wicket just before lunch and then three bowlers have inflicted damage since the interval. Trott trapped Joyce lbw for 30, Botha won an lbw verdict against Philander (14) and Anyon has just won another against Scott (2). Middlesex lead by 76 and need some shoring up.

Trott has been told to mind his language following his earlier indiscretion. Philander is likely to receive a similar message after throwing a sad little tantrum at the pavilion gate after his dismissal.

A box of pegs was a favourite toy with small children in wartime and can still provide hours of pleasure. The type with the spring may be less suitable as little fingers could get pinched; that is also some of the fun, however.