Kent Sign Australian Seamer Tom Rogers for Vitality T20 Blast

Kent County Cricket Club has bolstered its bowling attack for the crucial second half of the Vitality T20 Blast group stage by signing experienced Australian seamer Tom Rogers. The 30-year-old joins the Spitfires from Melbourne Renegades, where he has been a key performer in the Big Bash League.

Rogers brings a wealth of T20 experience to Kent, having claimed 60 wickets in 72 matches at an impressive average of 24.78 and an economical rate of 8.38. His ability to swing the ball both ways and generate pace will be a valuable asset to the Spitfires, who have struggled with injuries to their bowling department.

Kent's director of cricket, Simon Cook, expressed his delight at securing Rogers' services. "We're pleased to have got Tom on board to sure-up our bowling options going into the 'business end' of this South Group stage," Cook said. "He has a lot of experience and has skills that will be useful to us with both the ball and the bat, too."

Rogers will join a Kent bowling attack that has been depleted by the absence of Xavier Bartlett, who is only available for the first eight group games, and Wes Agar, who has returned to Australia due to a shoulder injury. The Spitfires are currently second from bottom in the South Group, but they still have a chance of qualifying for the knockout stages.

Rogers is eager to make an impact for Kent and help the team achieve its goals. "I'm grateful for the opportunity to play in the Vitality Blast and I'm excited to be joining Kent," Rogers said. "We know that every game is vital for us now, and I want to do my part in getting results as a Spitfire in the near future."

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