Zak Crawley leads Kent in strong start against Northamptonshire
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 6:12 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Kent made a strong start against Northamptonshire on day one of their Division Two clash at Rothesay County Ground, accumulating 154 runs without loss. Zak Crawley scored an unbeaten 82 and Ben Compton added 51 as the pair established a solid opening partnership. The match saw a delayed start due to rain, allowing only 36 overs in the day's play. Both teams are vying for promotion, with Kent currently second and Northamptonshire just four points behind in third.
- •Kent: 154-0 at close of play on day one
- •Zak Crawley unbeaten on 82, his highest of the season
- •Ben Compton contributes with 51 not out
- •Match started late due to morning rain
- •Kent and Northamptonshire are battling for promotion
- 6:12 PMYahoo Sports — Kent take charge in Northants clash
"Zak Crawley posts highest score of the Championship season as Kent make blistering start to big Division Two promotion clash at Northants.
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