A high‑quality, run‑filled match between Bashley (Rydal) CC and Sarisbury Athletic CC ended in a draw, with Bashley declaring on 371/4 before Sarisbury replied with 273/6 from 59 overs.

Batting first, Bashley produced an outstanding top‑order performance. Patrick Lewis anchored the innings superbly with 126 from 162 balls, combining control with fluency. He was supported by Jack Stearman (87) in a partnership worth 166. The innings then exploded late on thanks to Michael Porter, who smashed a remarkable 100 from just 36 balls, hitting eight fours and nine sixes at a strike rate of 277. Bashley declared at 371/4 after 61 overs, setting a demanding target.

Sarisbury’s reply was led by an excellent innings from Nathaniel Hlabangana, who struck 116 from 122 balls, keeping his side competitive throughout. Sam Cooper (66)* provided stability in the middle order, while Jordan Wright (33) added valuable runs. Bashley’s bowlers worked hard on a flat surface, with Louis Prichard (2–43) and Sammy Laurent (2–38) the most effective, but Sarisbury held firm to close on 273/6, ensuring the match ended level.

Bashley took 10 points, while Sarisbury collected 16 from a well‑contested draw.

Bashley (Rydal) CC secured a 39‑run victory after posting 257 all out and bowling Paultons CC out for 218 in 43.2 overs.

Batting first, Bashley were led by an excellent innings from Alex Bourne, who struck 80 from 77 balls, hitting eight fours and a six. Kieran Pardey (40) provided early momentum, while Daniel Friedman (46) and Henry Morrison (21) added important middle‑order contributions. Late runs from Xavier Deacon (22) helped Bashley reach 257. Paultons’ attack was spearheaded by Peter Lamb (4–41) and Scott Dawes (2–43).

Paultons’ chase began positively through Rob Pike (38) and Julian Drake, who top‑scored with a composed 66 from 71 balls. Simon Ennew (38) and Scott Hills (27) kept the innings alive, but regular breakthroughs prevented sustained partnerships. Bashley’s bowlers delivered a strong collective performance, with Jack Allan (5–37) producing the standout spell, supported by Nrupadh Mahesh (3–25) and Simon Morris (1–10).

Paultons were eventually dismissed for 218, giving Bashley a well‑earned win and 24 points, while Paultons finished with 0.

Bashley (Rydal) CC claimed a narrow 11‑run victory, defending 181 all out to bowl Bournemouth CC out for 170 in a closely contested match.

Batting first, Bashley were led by Torquil Deacon, who compiled a well‑paced 57 from 85 balls, supported by Luke Stubbington’s 34 at the top of the order. A quick, impactful innings from James Ragettli‑Cross (28 off 19) lifted the scoring rate, but regular wickets prevented Bashley from building a larger total. Bournemouth’s bowlers shared the wickets, with Kuldeep Sharma (2–67), Jack Isaac (2–33) and Zach Turner (2–36) all contributing.

Bournemouth’s chase featured several important contributions. Patrick Lloyd (25 off 14) provided early momentum, while James Palmer (23) and Jack Isaac (32) kept the innings competitive. Zach Turner (26) added resistance in the middle overs, but Bashley’s bowlers held their nerve. Henry Courts (3–23) and Jake Lilley (2–30) delivered key breakthroughs, supported by Kevin Nash (2–37) and Kris Laurent (1–33), ensuring Bournemouth were dismissed for 170 in 42.1 overs.

A tight finish saw Bashley secure 22 points, while Bournemouth collected 9.

Bashley (Rydal) CC recorded a solid 6‑wicket victory after bowling Lymington CC out for 132 and chasing the target with plenty of overs to spare.

Lymington’s innings never fully settled after early breakthroughs from Daniel Manning, who delivered an excellent spell of 4–21 from 8 overs. Only M Gannaway provided prolonged resistance, top‑scoring with 42 from 67 balls, while J Hanson (20) added some middle‑order momentum. Bashley’s bowlers maintained control throughout, with Will Hayward (2–15) and Elliott Drew (2–17) supporting Manning’s efforts as Lymington were dismissed for 132 in 35.2 overs.

Bashley’s chase was measured and assured. Will Hayward (46)* anchored the reply, while Paul Kemp (40)* provided stability at the top. Their unbroken partnership ensured Bashley reached 133/4 in 31.2 overs, completing a comfortable win without any major pressure.

A strong all‑round performance earned Bashley 24 points, while Lymington collected 6.