Warwickshire extended their winning streak to five matches with a dominant 53-run victory over Worcestershire at Edgbaston. Led by half-centuries from Robert Yates and Dan Mousley, Warwickshire showcased another formidable batting performance, pushing their total beyond 225 runs. Worcestershire’s bowlers, except for Mitchell Santner, struggled to contain the onslaught.

Although Santner displayed brilliance with both bat and ball, scoring a remarkable fifty and claiming two wickets, Worcestershire’s chase failed to gather momentum. Mousley, impressing with his fifty, showcased his versatility by taking four wickets, while Hasan Ali emerged as the standout bowler for Warwickshire.

Warwickshire posted an imposing total of 228/4, with Yates top-scoring with 59 runs. In response, Worcestershire could only manage 175/9. Warwickshire’s convincing victory solidifies their position in the competition and extends their winning streak. They continue to display their batting prowess, while Worcestershire will need to address their shortcomings to bounce back in upcoming matches. Mousley’s all-round performance and Ali’s skilled bowling played crucial roles in Warwickshire’s triumph.

Brief scores: Warwickshire 228/4 in 20 overs (Robert Yates 59, Dan Mousley 51; Mitchell Santner 2-25) beat Worcestershire 175/9 in 20 overs (Mitchell Santner 56; Dan Mousley 4-41, Hasan Ali 2-22) by 53 runs.

TOPICS: T20 Blast 2023