Rory Burns' extraordinary knock of 227 led Surrey to declare at 444-9, establishing a commanding lead against a young Lancashire team struggling to respond.
The partnership between Burns and Foakes, who scored 82, solidified Surrey's position, demonstrating both players' abilities to build crucial innings under pressure.
Despite Burns' double-century, Lancashire's response was lackluster, ending day two with no runs on the board, while their young players faced the realities of first-class cricket.
This match showcases Surrey's dominance in the Championship and Lancashire's vulnerability, with the latter featuring seven homegrown players and an average age of 25.
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