Rascals V's The Chelsea Arts Club (Score Book & Match Report)

There was a delayed start due to, unusually, the opposition being waylaid in the pub; much to the delight of the Rascals members who found themselves with an excuse for the third pint. CAC won the toss and elected to bat.
After four overs they were 37 without loss and moving well. However, all seven bowlers who were given the opportunity for the Rascals did well and combined with some excellent fielding, notably Jamie Flint's outrageous catch to dismiss the eminently handy Alex Chamberlain,CAC were restricted to 137 runs at the end of their 32nd (yes an odd one) overs.

Tea requires little comment further than the ubiquitous superlatives,thanks to all involved. It was then up to Will Drew and Eddie Skilbeck to commence the chase and by golly did they do just that. When Eddie was bowled by Wighting, well into the innings, the opening partnership had soared to 95, with Eddie having made a commendable 54. Although Tarquin, at number 3, was somewhat less than successful, it was great to see Geoff Knight score some useful runs after his customary initial period of 'virtual cricket'.
We reached their total for the loss of only two wickets and with Will carrying his bat after a superb 52.

Eddie thinks it is possibly as long as ten years ago since we last beat CAC.
I shall confirm that with the post season debrief. Any road, well done you Rascals.

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