Hampshire Academy claimed a controlled 4‑wicket victory, chasing down 178 in 45.4 overs after restricting Bashley (Rydal) CC to a below‑par total.

Batting first, Bashley struggled for momentum throughout the innings. Jack Stearman played the standout knock with a composed 51 from 75 balls, while Daniel Friedman (21), Patrick Lewis (19) and George Wilson (21) offered supporting contributions. However, regular breakthroughs prevented any major partnerships. Hampshire’s bowlers were excellent, especially Abdullah Iqbal, who delivered a superb spell of 4–27 from 11 overs, supported by Freddie Gillett (2–28) and Dylan Kettle (1–26). Bashley were bowled out for 178 in 50.4 overs.

Hampshire’s chase was anchored by a high‑class innings from Sam Ashman, who compiled 75 from 97 balls, striking nine boundaries and guiding the innings with maturity. Adam Bourne (27) and Ollie Webster (15) added important middle‑order runs, while late contributions from Felix Stanley (15)* and Dylan Kettle (17)* ensured a calm finish. Bashley’s bowlers worked hard — Alvin Cameron (2–42) and Jayden Gengan (2–38) leading the attack — but the Academy reached 179/6 with overs to spare.

Hampshire Academy collected 21 points, while Bashley took 5

Gosport Borough CC chased down 318 with power and precision, winning by 6 wickets in a match dominated by two outstanding individual centuries.

Batting first, Bashley were carried by a phenomenal innings from Simon Morris, who struck 166 from 126 balls, hitting 23 fours and 5 sixes in a commanding display. He controlled the innings from the 14th over onwards, accelerating superbly in the final third. Earlier, Phanee Valluri (29) and Torquil Deacon (25) provided a steady start, while Xavier Deacon’s unbeaten 40 ensured Bashley reached a strong total of 318/6 from their 50 overs.

Gosport’s chase was even more explosive. Charlie Bignell produced a stunning match‑winning knock of 162 from 103 balls, hammering 21 fours and 6 sixes at a strike rate of 157. His innings dominated the reply and shifted the momentum decisively. Tom Larner (56 off 45) added early impetus, while Charlie Creal (42)* guided the chase calmly once the target was within reach. Bashley’s bowlers worked hard — Kris Laurent (3–49) and Ross Grierson (1–50) the main wicket‑takers — but Gosport’s top order proved too strong.

Bramshaw CC claimed a 16‑run victory in a high‑scoring contest, defending 293/5 after a superb innings from Tom Arnold.

Batting first, Bramshaw were led by an outstanding performance from Tom Arnold, who struck a magnificent 160 from 126 balls*, hitting 22 fours and 3 sixes. He controlled the innings from start to finish, accelerating decisively in the final overs. Jack Booth (60) provided strong support at the top, while Michael Kingston (22 off 15) added late momentum. Bashley’s bowlers worked hard, with Kevin Nash (2–45) and Daniel Manning (1–36) the most effective, but Arnold’s innings proved decisive.

Bashley’s chase was built around a superb knock from Stuart Layton, who made 127 from 118 balls, striking 14 fours and 4 sixes in a brilliant effort to keep his side in contention. Luke Stubbington (52) gave the innings a solid start, and Chris Vaughan (36) added valuable middle‑order runs. However, Bramshaw’s bowlers delivered key breakthroughs at crucial moments — particularly Bailey Loveless (3–80) and Joe Coombs (1–23) — preventing Bashley from sustaining the required scoring rate.

Bashley finished on 277/6, falling just short of the target despite a spirited chase.

Bashley (Rydal) CC secured a well‑earned 3‑wicket victory, chasing down 226 in 36 overs thanks to a superb match‑winning innings from Evie Hayward.

Bournemouth’s innings was built around two major contributions: Joe Miller’s aggressive 68 from 53 balls, featuring 14 boundaries, and Toby Clist’s steady 40. Varun Neelamraju (21 off 13) added a burst of momentum, while Andy Hatchard (35) held the middle order together. Bashley’s bowlers fought back well, with Felix Steele‑Velazquez delivering an excellent spell of 4–26, supported by Simon Bellamy (1–35) and Austin Moore (1–15). Bournemouth finished on 226/8, boosted by 34 extras.

Bashley’s chase began steadily through Neil Weedon (45) and Josh Bellamy (23), but the innings truly turned when Evie Hayward produced a brilliant, fluent 68 from just 35 balls, striking 14 fours and scoring at nearly 200. Her innings shifted the momentum decisively. Phil Hayward (28)* provided a calm finishing touch, guiding Bashley to 227/7 in 36 overs despite a flurry of middle‑order wickets. Bournemouth’s attack was led by Varun Neelamraju (3–30) and Alexander Tomkins (2–47).