KIDDERMINSTER Victoria secured a losing draw with Barnt Green in a see-saw Birmingham League Premier Division encounter.

Green batted first and were grateful to an opening partnership of 126 between Nathan Newport (89) and Gavin Shepherd (66) in their 224-5 from 55 overs.

Mark Mansell was the pick of the bowling with 3-69, while Jonathan Wright took 2-105.

Dougie Brown claimed 6-53 to help destroy KVCC’s chances of victory. Top scorers were Ted Baylis (50) and Neil Pinner (35).

At 181-9, KVCC were saved by last-wicket pair Marc Derrick and Arfan Khan who played out nearly two overs to finish on 183-9.