James Hudson grabbed a second Bath try but Chris Mayor, Mark Cueto and Chris Jones all crossed late on for Sale.

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There were also no takers for veteran Sri Lankan batsman Sanath Jayasuriya, Chris Gayle, Mark Boucher and Graeme Swann.

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Chris Nash and Mark Thornely edged their way to 14 before the close as Chapple bowled three maidens to put pressure on the Sussex run chase.

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