Kent defeats Lancashire to strengthen promotion bid in County Championship
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 12:37 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Kent secured a seven-wicket victory over Lancashire on September 17 at the St Lawrence Ground in Canterbury. Chasing 140 runs to win, Kent began the day at 84-2 and reached 142-3 in just 18.3 overs. Sam Northeast remained unbeaten on 48, while Daniel Bell-Drummond hit the winning runs. The match was essential in the context of the County Championship Division Two promotion race, as Kent now accumulates 19 points from this match.
- •Kent finished on 142-3, successfully chasing 140 runs.
- •Sam Northeast scored 48 not out in the chase.
- •Daniel Bell-Drummond hit the winning runs for Kent.
- •Kent started the day needing 56 runs for victory.
- •Lancashire managed 161 and 192 runs in their innings.
- 12:37 PMYahoo Sports — Kent beat Lancashire to boost promotion hopes
"Kent remain firmly in the County Championship Division Two promotion race after they beat Lancashire by seven wickets at Canterbury.
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