Alex Davies is hoping Warwickshire build on last week’s performance at Taunton.
After losing the first day to bad weather, the Bears dominated the next three days after losing the toss, putting Somerset under pressure throughout.
Now back on home turf, there’s an opportunity for Mark Robinson’s side to significantly add to the 11 points accrued last week.
“There were a lot of positives to take from the Somerset game,” said the Vice Captain. “After day one we were happy to get some cricket in, but in hindsight we’re frustrated to lose that day as we would have had a great chance of winning.
“Three debutants started, all bowlers, and they did really well. Ed (Barnard) has settled in great, Hassan (Ali) has been here a week and everyone loves him and Rushy (Chris Rushworth) is a seasoned campaigner and did what he always does. It was a strong bowling unit performance with everyone chipping in.
“From a batting perspective, Hainy (Sam Hain) played really well and, again, showed what he’s capable of. I’m pleased with how it went for me. Edgbaston is my home now and long may it be for the rest of my career as I’m settled here. I was able to express myself in Taunton and show what I can do.”
Kent head to Edgbaston on Thursday in good spirits having beaten Northants by seven wickets.
The Spitfires have announced the return of right-arm fast bowler Conor McKerr for a two-match loan spell with the seamer likely to start this week.
“They’re always tough opposition, but we’ll just concentrate on ourselves,” added Davies. “We’ve got Chris Woakes available, so we’ll see what happens in terms of selection.
“The best teams have options and you find the Champions at the end of the season have rotated their players. Whoever doesn’t play it isn’t down to performance, just one eye on what’s to come.”
Squad
Will Rhodes (c)Hassan AliEd BarnardJacob BethellChris BenjaminMichael BurgessAlex DaviesSam HainOlly Hannon-DalbyDan MousleyChris RushworthChris WoakesRob Yates
How to Follow
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