Ben Brown was instrumental in saving Hampshire’s County Championship clash with Worcestershire on the final day of the match. Showcasing extraordinary stamina and concentration, Brown batted the full day, ending with an unbroken 109. His performance proved that he’s a special batter to watch. It reflected well on his leadership as well, having assumed the captaincy upon replacing James Vince over the winter months.
Brown remained calm and composed at the crease for 331 minutes. He played with elusive foot movement as he coolly tackled the threats of Worcestershire’s spearheads. His innings of 257 balls was his second century of the season. Brown’s unflappable batting was particularly priceless because his performance ensured Hampshire would not suffer a chastening defeat.
The day began with Hampshire under pressure, but Brown’s unwavering determination to stay at the crease transformed the team’s fortunes. He put everything else out of his mind, coming back to the pavilion only at lunchtimes and during tea breaks. He made his half-century off only 162 balls. This milestone was the catalyst to get him riled up, and he used this to throw more aggressive pitches for the remainder of his innings.
The longer Brown continued to build momentum, the more Dawson was in his corner. Corner and Ryan put together a fine partnership, confidently handling the opposition’s bowling attack. Together, they created a dynamic duo that heaved Hampshire way ahead in the match. Brown’s efforts were further bolstered by an impactful wicket he took himself, getting the Indian cricketer Varma off-balance and out for 47 runs.
Brown wasn’t going to let a dropped catch by Ben Allison at first slip dent his newfound confidence. No matter the result of their match, he would stay deaf to that truth. His concentration remained entirely on his own batting and making sure Hampshire earned nine vital points from the low-scoring contest.
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