Yorkshire produced a stirring fightback on day two of their County Championship clash against Somerset at Taunton, turning the tide after a tough opening day. The visitors bowled with renewed energy and precision to dismiss Somerset for 274, claiming their last seven wickets for just 73 runs in 28 overs.

Seamer Jack White was the star of the show, returning impressive figures of 4-41 from 16 overs. His incisive spell sparked the collapse, removing Josh Thomas and teenager Thomas Rew in the space of three deliveries without conceding a run, as Somerset slipped from a comfortable position to 201-5.

Tom Abell played a gritty innings, reaching a well-crafted 50 from 140 balls, featuring one six and four boundaries. But his resistance was eventually broken by George Hill, who induced an edge to Joe Root at first slip. Logan van Beek then joined the party, bowling Craig Overton to accelerate Somerset's decline.

The home side's first-innings lead was trimmed to 112, a far cry from what seemed likely after day one. Yorkshire's fielding was equally impressive, with Joe Root taking a fine catch in the deep to dismiss Lewis Gregory.

In response, openers Adam Lyth and Finlay Bean navigated 4.3 overs before rain intervened, washing out 62.3 overs for the day. Yorkshire resume their second innings on 13 without loss, trailing by 99 runs. The weather has given the visitors a significant boost, materially enhancing their chances of saving the match.

For Yorkshire fans, this fightback is a testament to the team's character and resilience. As the match heads into day three, all eyes will be on whether they can build on this momentum and pull off a memorable result at Taunton.