SUS vs KEN- 7 June, 2026-Sussex Cruise to 7-Wicket Victory Over Kent in Vitality Blast South Group Clash

Sean Hunt and Tymal Mills Rock Kent Early

Kent's innings got off to a disastrous start as Sussex's pace attack ripped through the top order.

Sean Hunt struck immediately, removing Daniel Bell-Drummond and Zak Crawley cheaply, while Tymal Mills dismissed captain Sam Billings for a duck.

At 18/3 inside four overs, Kent found themselves under severe pressure.

Harry Finch attempted to counterattack with 27 from 19 balls, but Sussex continued to tighten their grip on the match.

Hunt's Brilliant Spell

Left-arm pacer Sean Hunt delivered one of the best bowling performances of the evening, finishing with remarkable figures of 3 wickets for just 9 runs from his four overs.

Tymal Mills provided excellent support with 3 wickets for 28 runs, ensuring Kent never gained momentum.

Joe Denly Leads Kent Recovery

Experienced batter Joe Denly stood tall amid the collapse, scoring a fighting 42 runs from 34 deliveries, including two sixes and one boundary.

Chris Benjamin contributed 22 runs, while Keith Dudgeon added an unbeaten 29 from 19 balls in the closing stages.

However, Kent struggled to accelerate against disciplined bowling and finished on 133/8 in 20 overs, a total that looked below par on a good batting surface.

Sussex Bowling Highlights
Sean Hunt – 3/9
Tymal Mills – 3/28
Jack Leaning – 1/22
Danny Briggs – 1/28
Sussex Recover After Early Wicket

Chasing 134 for victory, Sussex suffered an early setback when Harrison Ward was trapped lbw by Keith Dudgeon without scoring.

However, opener Daniel Hughes and wicketkeeper John Simpson quickly steadied the innings with an aggressive partnership.

Simpson attacked from the outset, smashing 33 runs from 22 balls, including seven boundaries.

The partnership put Sussex firmly in control of the chase.

Hughes and Carter Seal Comfortable Win

After Simpson's dismissal, Jack Leaning added a useful 21 runs before unbeaten knocks from Daniel Hughes (41)* and Oli Carter (32)* guided Sussex home.

The pair ensured there were no late nerves as Sussex reached 135/3 in 17.2 overs, securing a convincing victory.

Sussex Top Scorers
Daniel Hughes – 41* (37)
John Simpson – 33 (22)
Oli Carter – 32* (19)
Jack Leaning – 21 (24)
Player of the Match

Sean Hunt (Sussex)

The left-arm seamer set the tone for Sussex's victory with outstanding figures of 3/9, dismantling Kent's top order and restricting them to a below-par total.

Match Summary
Kent – 133/8 (20 Overs)

Top Scorers:

Joe Denly – 42 (34)
Keith Dudgeon – 29* (19)
Harry Finch – 27 (19)

Best Bowlers:

Sean Hunt – 3/9
Tymal Mills – 3/28
Sussex – 135/3 (17.2 Overs)

Top Scorers:

Daniel Hughes – 41* (37)
John Simpson – 33 (22)
Oli Carter – 32* (19)

Best Bowlers for Kent:

Keith Dudgeon – 2/24
Matt Milnes – 1/27
Key Highlights

✅ Sussex won by 7 wickets

✅ Sean Hunt claimed 3 wickets for just 9 runs

✅ Tymal Mills took 3 wickets

✅ Daniel Hughes remained unbeaten on 41

✅ Sussex chased down 134 with 16 balls remaining

Final Result

Kent – 133/8 (20 Overs)

Sussex – 135/3 (17.2 Overs)

Sussex won by 7 wickets.

The comprehensive victory strengthens Sussex's position in the South Group standings, while Kent will need to regroup quickly after another difficult outing with the bat.