DEREK Pringle’s affectionate and honest piece about Doug Insole struck just the right note.
I saw my first Essex game and Insole scored 159. He instantly became my hero.
Doug did more than anyone in transforming Essex from a mid-table team to six-time Championship winners and current leaders.
It was therefore appropriate his passing was marked with a big win in Yorkshire that enhanced their chances of a seventh Championship.
DAVID PRACY, Nazeing

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