Canterbury opener Matt Jenkinson works the ball to leg during Saturday's defeat to Sandwich

Canterbury are just eight points off the foot of Shepherd Neame Kent League Division 1 after a disappointing five-wicket defeat at Sandwich.

Simon Cusden top scored with 42 of Canterbury’s 149 but despite Tim Wren’s 3-39 the hosts reached their target.

James Loader's stoic 55 could not prevent Whitstable losing to Kent League Division 1 leaders Lordswood by five wickets.

Loader helped the visitors to 172-8, but the home side cruised to victory with 15 overs to spare.

For a full Kent League round-up see this week's Kentish Gazette