Worcester, United Kingdom – Web Desk: Pakistan spinner Usama Mir produced a standout bowling performance as Worcestershire Rapids defeated Warwickshire Bears by six wickets in a T20 Blast Midlands derby match.
After winning the toss, Worcestershire opted to field first and restricted Warwickshire to 141 runs in 19.5 overs. Rob Yates top-scored with 45 runs, while Jordan Thompson contributed 37. However, no other batter managed to cross the 20-run mark.
Usama Mir played a key role in dismantling the opposition batting lineup, taking 3 wickets for 27 runs with his disciplined leg-spin. Tom Taylor also impressed with figures of 2 wickets for 17 runs.
In reply, Worcestershire chased down the 142-run target in 18.5 overs, losing four wickets. Kashif Ali played a steady knock of 36 runs off 30 balls to guide the chase.
With this result, Worcestershire secured their second win in three matches, while Warwickshire suffered their third consecutive defeat, putting their qualification hopes under pressure.
