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Darren Stevens, 45, insists he has no plans to retire after inspiring Kent to Vitality Blast glory on T20 Finals Day

GOLDEN oldie Darren Stevens says he has no plans to retire after inspiring Kent to Vitality Blast glory.

All-rounder Stevens, 45, starred as Kent beat Sussex and Somerset.

Golden oldie Darren Stevens says he has no plans to retire
The 45-year-old all-rounder inspired Kent to Vitality Blast glory

And his displays helped them to lift the trophy in Saturday’s T20 finals day at Edgbaston. 

And Stevens declared: “I’ve showed I’ve still got it.

“I’m still playing the game because it’s all about winning trophies and games for Kent.

“To walk away with a trophy is unbelievable, but I’ve no interest in stopping.

“As long as I look after my body, as long as the eyes stay good, I’ll be alright.”

His 47 not out from 28 balls guided Kent to a semi-final win over Sussex.

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That was before also taking a vital wicket in the 25-run final triumph over Somerset.

He became a T20 champ for the third time after winning with Kent in 2007 and Leicestershire in 2004.

Stevens, who was recalled after being axed for the quarter-final, added: “I  was devastated to be left out, but I said: ‘You get us to Finals Day and I’ll win you the final.’

“My knock in the semi was a big contribution to winning the competition and I feel I’ve done myself justice.”