Kent beat Gloucestershire to boost Division 1 promotion hopes

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Kent secured a crucial home victory over Gloucestershire in the final round of the County Championship. Sam Northeast played a steering role in guiding his side to the win. The result puts Kent in a strong position in the promotion race for Division 1. Gloucestershire, who have been struggling this season, could not mount an effective challenge. The win is expected to be enough for Kent to seal their return to the top flight.

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