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Worcestershire

a county of W central England, formerly (1974--98) part of Hereford and Worcester. Administrative centre: Worcester. Pop.: 549 300 (2003 est.). Area: 1742 sq. km (674 sq. miles)
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The Australian-born Allenby followed up his top score of 78 in Glamorgan's first innings to claim figures of four for 27 in 20 overs in the Worcestershire second innings.
He came through the academy ranks at Worcestershire and made his debut in 2005.
But, when Durham needed something special to break Worcestershire's spirited attempt at a counter-attack, the Ashington Express stepped up a gear and delivered a fast bowling performance which reminded us just what a unique talent he can be.
Worcestershire are confident they will be able to meet McGrath's financial demands and have received positive vibes from the 35-year-old who was his country's man of the match in the first npower Test with England at Lord's.
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Andy Bichel maintained Worcestershire's unbeaten start an unbeaten 45 from 26 balls as Worcestershire squeezed home with three balls to spare.
Knight passed 4,000 career runs in the competition and set a Warwickshire record of 682 runs in a season with a superb 122 which effectively put the game out of Worcestershire's reach.
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