The LV= Insurance County Championship match between Derbyshire and Essex at Derby has been abandoned ahead of the second day’s play.
The decision was made after it was confirmed this morning that an unnamed member of the Derbyshire playing squad tested positive for Covid-19 and has begun to self isolate.
Further members of the Derbyshire squad have been identified as close contacts.
Due to the isolation protocols and impact on Derbyshire’s available playing squad the umpires have abandoned the match.
The ECB has worked closely with Public Heath England and both Derbyshire and Essex County Cricket Clubs with the health and safety of players, staff and officials the first priority.
Confirmation on the awarding of points from the match will be announced in due course.