Hampshire's Downfall: Crawley's Match-Winning Performance

Crawley and Bell-Drummond Smash Hampshire as Kent End Hawks' Unbeaten Run Hampshire Hawks 177/7 (20 overs) lost to Kent Spitfires 178/2 (19 overs) by 8 wickets 🏆 Vitality Blast 2025 Zak Crawley unleashed a blistering 75 off 43 balls, leading Kent Spitfires to a commanding eight-wicket win over Hampshire Hawks, handing the previously unbeaten visitors their first defeat of the Blast season at Canterbury. Weatherley’s Lone Stand in Hawks Total Put in to bat, Hampshire suffered early blows, slumping to 63 for 4. Joe Weatherley held the innings together with a composed 63 not out, anchoring a recovery that included a 49-run stand with James Fuller (20) and some brief fireworks from Benny Howell (23). Tom Rogers was Kent’s most effective bowler, claiming 3 for 33, including the final-over scalp of Chris Wood, while Fred Klaassen and Wes Agar provided incisive support with key early wickets. Crawley, Bell-Drummond Demolish the Target In response, Zak Crawley and Daniel Bell-Drummond made short work of the chase, putting on a sensational 110-run opening partnership in just 11 overs. Crawley’s fluent knock featured three sixes and seven fours, dominating bowlers with elegance and power. Bell-Drummond, equally assured, compiled 61 off 40 balls, ensuring Kent stayed well ahead of the required rate. Even after Bell-Drummond was eventually caught off Nathan Ellis, there was no late drama as Joe Denly and Sam Billings guided the hosts home with an over to spare. Key Performers 🏏 Zak Crawley: 75 (43) – Commanding knock; set the tone early 🔥 Daniel Bell-Drummond: 61 (40) – Classy anchor in 110-run stand 🎯 Tom Rogers: 3/33 – Broke Hampshire’s middle-order momentum 🛡️ Joe Weatherley: 63* (off 44) – Lone resistance in Hawks innings