Suffolk had the better of the first day of their season-opening Unicorns Championship three-day clash with Buckinghamshire today.

Sudbury Mercury: Hugo Douglas took four wickets for just 19 runsHugo Douglas took four wickets for just 19 runs (Image: Archant)

Bucks won the toss and elected to bat first at the Victory Ground in Bury St Edmunds.

Sudbury Mercury: Suffolk captain and wicket keeper Adam MansfieldSuffolk captain and wicket keeper Adam Mansfield (Image: Archant)

But Hugo Douglas, who plays his club cricket for Copdock & Old Ipdswichian, tore through their order, finishing with a hugely impressive four wicket haul for just 19 runs as Bucks were dismissed for 260.

Sudbury Mercury: Suffolk's Michael Comber bowls to Michael PayneSuffolk's Michael Comber bowls to Michael Payne (Image: Archant)

Tom Rash and Kyran Young claimed two wickets each, with Jack Beaumont capturing one.

Sudbury Mercury: Gary Park is caught and bowled by Kyran YoungGary Park is caught and bowled by Kyran Young (Image: Archant)

G Paskins led Bucks with 72 runs, backed by Pat Castleden’s 53, and captain Mike Payne’s 52.

In reply, Suffolk set themselves up nicely for day two, reaching stumps at 87-0.

Former Essex star Jaik Mickleburgh reached his half century, finishing the day with 51 off 86 balls, including nine fours.

Martyn Cull added a steady 36 runs off 66 balls.