Kent release Ivan Thomas after nine-year spell

The seamer has endured a nightmare time with injury and joins Calum Haggett in leaving the club following the conclusion to the 2020 season

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Ivan Thomas will leave Kent after a frustrating period with injuries.

The 29-year-old has only played twice for the club since September 2018 due to a cruciate knee ligament injury.

Thomas, previously affected by back problems, featured in a pair of Bob Willis Trophy matches last term.

But those outings were not enough to earn a new deal at Canterbury, where he came through as an academy graduate back in 2011.

In 73 appearances in all formats, he claimed 112 wickets and was part of the Kent side that won promotion from Division Two in 2018.

"I’m gutted that I couldn’t have spent another decade here, but I’m thankful for the opportunities I’ve been given," said the right-arm seamer.

"Playing a role in the Championship promotion season in 2018 will be a highlight of my time at Kent, and I hope the team can go on to win Division One in the near future.

"The squad looks in an incredible place with every potential of winning trophies in all formats, and I wish the all of Kent lads the best of luck going forward."

Director of Cricket Paul Downton, added: "He has been a hugely popular and valued member of the dressing room throughout his time at Kent. He has been particularly unlucky with injuries which kept him off the field for long periods of time."

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