On a cold and wet evening, at Ullenwood, Bayshill batted first in an 18 over shortened match.
Bayshill made 98, with Horner firing well to 27 off 25 finishing with a flamboyant 6 that scraped the ozone layer. Pritchard followed with a lively 24 off 22, also troubling the heavens with one six. Van Dyke hit a quick 16 off 11, including 2 fours. The innings was concluded with an unbroken partnership of 7 by Jamie Liley (11) and Steve Liley (5 off 4) his grandfather!
In reply, Ullenwood raced to the target with 3 overs to spare. Only one wicket fell to the guile of Chris ‘Hawkeye’ Thorp making his first appearance for the club since 2019. Plater led the charge with a lusty 26, with Mezo smacking 28, Drennen 22 and Gray 16. Clearly the poor light and rain made Ullenwood increase their scoring rate.
In spite of the cold, wet and dark conditions, the game was enjoyable! Both teams played in the ‘right way’ and deserve commending for this.
Until next time. Your sporting correspondent – Ivor Thirston.
Bayshill vs Ullenwood
Bayshill 98/8
Horner 27 off 25, one 6 & two 4s
Pritchard 24/22 & 1&1
VDyke 16/11 & 0&2
Ullenwood 99/1
Plater 26
Mezo 28*
Drennen 22*
Gray 16*
Thorp 2/0/12/1