Bangladesh pacer Hasan Mahmud made an impressive County Championship debut, taking seven wickets as Kent defeated Worcestershire by 84 runs. The victory also increased Kent’s lead over their closest rivals in Division Two.
Chasing 380 runs, Worcestershire looked capable of mounting a strong chase after reaching 265 for five. Keith Dudgeon changed the momentum by taking three wickets in 19 balls, while Hasan Mahmud and Matt Milnes also contributed with crucial wickets.
Brett D’Oliveira remained unbeaten on 103 and kept Worcestershire’s hopes alive. His 86-run partnership with Henry Cullen was broken by Hasan Mahmud, who dismissed Cullen for 45 to claim his third wicket of the second innings.
After taking four wickets in the first innings, Hasan Mahmud added three more in the second innings. He finished the match with seven wickets for 119 runs, making a memorable start to his County Championship career.
The victory leaves Kent 15 points ahead of third-placed Northamptonshire. Worcestershire lost their final five wickets for just 30 runs as Kent’s bowlers completed a convincing win.
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