Ben Compton's Heroics Keep Kent in the Fight Against Gloucestershire

Ben Compton led Kent's resistance in their County Championship game against Gloucestershire.

Ben Compton put on a remarkable show for Kent in their encounter with Gloucestershire in the County Championship. His unbeaten 144 guided the hosts to 318-7, but they still trail by 154 runs. Gloucestershire posted 472, with notable performances. The match had several exciting moments and close calls.

Earlier, James Bracey made 151 not out for Gloucestershire. Kent's Nathan Gilchrist took career-best figures. The game has seen both teams battle it out in a tense cricketing encounter.

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