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MCC Cricket Annual: 2013 Season Design and typesetting by MCC Brand, Design & Print Department

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C R I C K E T A N N UA L PA RT I I

The 2013 Cricket Annual provides a comprehensive record of the Club’s Out-Match season and summaries of MCC Overseas Tours.In addition to this, there are summaries of matches played at Lord’s, including as part of the Cross Arrows season, and a statistical round-up of the activities of the MCC Young Cricketers.There is a video to accompany this publication, available on MCC’s website, www.lords.org, and via the Club’s YouTube channel, LordsTV.

C O N T E N T S

MAJOR MATCHES AT LORD’S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2England v New Zealand (Investec Test Match)England v New Zealand (NatWest Series)England v Australia (Investec Test Match)Glamorgan v Nottinghamshire (Clydesdale Bank 40 Final)

OTHER MATCHES AT LORD’S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Oxford v CambridgeInter-Services Twenty20 TournamentMCC Universities Challenge FinalEton v HarrowEngland Women v Australia Women (NatWest Women’s Series)MCC Schools v ESCADavidstow Village Cup Final

CROSS ARROWS CC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

MCC OVERSEAS TOURS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

MCC YOUNG CRICKETERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

MCC OUT-MATCHES INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

SECRETARY’S MATCHES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

MCC OUT-MATCHES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

MCC WOMEN’S OUT-MATCHES INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

MCC WOMEN’S OUT-MATCHES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

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Investec Test Match

England v New Zealand 16th-20th May

England won by 170 runs Toss: England

England (J.M.Bairstow 41, J.E.Root 40, T.G.Southee 4-58, N.Wagner 3-70) 232and (I.J.L.Trott 56, J.E.Root 71, T.G.Southee 6-50) 213New Zealand ( K.S.Williamson 60, L.R.P.L.Taylor 66,

J.M.Anderson 5-47, S.T.Finn 4-63) 207and (S.C.J.Broad 7-44) 68England: A.N.Cook*, N.R.D.Compton, I.J.L.Trott, I.R.Bell, J.E.Root, J.M.Bairstow, M.J.Prior, S.C.J.Broad, G.P.Swann, S.T.Finn, J.M.Anderson

New Zealand: B.B.McCullum*, P.G.Fulton, H.D.Rutherford, K.S.Williamson, L.R.P.L.Taylor, D.G.Brownlie, B.J.Watling, T.G.Southee, B.P.Martin, N.Wagner, T.A.Boult

NatWest Series ODI

England v New Zealand (50 overs) 31st May

New Zealand won by 5 wickets Toss: New Zealand

England (T.G.Southee 3-37) 227-9New Zealand (M.J.Guptill 103*, L.R.P.L.Taylor 54, J.M.Anderson 3-31) 231-5England: A.N.Cook*, I.R.Bell, I.J.L.Trott, J.E.Root, E.J.G.Morgan, J.C.Buttler, C.R.Woakes, T.T.Bresnan, G.P.Swann, J.M.Anderson, J.W.Dernbach

New Zealand: N.L.McCullum*, L.Ronchi, M.J.Guptill, K.S.Williamson, L.R.P.L.Taylor, G.D.Elliott, B.B.McCullum, J.E.C.Franklin, M.J.McClenaghan, T.G.Southee, K.D.Mills

Investec Test Match

England v Australia 18th-22nd July

England won by 347 runs Toss: England

England ( I.R.Bell 109, J.M.Bairstow 67, I.J.L.Trott 58, R.J.Harris 5-72, S.P.D.Smith 3-18) 361

and (J.E.Root 180, I.R.Bell 74, P.M.Siddle 3-65) 349-7 decAustralia (G.P.Swann 5-44) 128and (U.T.Khawaja 54, M.J.Clarke 51, G.P.Swann 4-78) 235England: A.N.Cook*, J.E.Root, I.J.L.Trott, K.P.Pietersen, I.R.Bell, J.M.Bairstow, M.J.Prior, T.T.Bresnan, J.M.Anderson, S.C.J.Broad, G.P.Swann

Australia: M.J.Clarke*, S.R.Watson, C.J.L.Rogers, U.T.Khawaja, P.J.Hughes, S.P.D.Smith, B.J.Haddin, A.C.Agar, P.M.Siddle, J.L.Pattinson, R.J.Harris

Yorkshire Bank 40 – Final

Glamorgan v Nottinghamshire (40 overs) 21st September

Nottinghamshire won by 87 runs Toss: Glamorgan

Nottinghamshire (C.M.W.Read 53, D.J.Hussey 42) 244Glamorgan ( C.B.Cooke 46, S.R.Patel 3-21,

S.C.J.Broad 3-29, A.Shahzad 3-33) 157Nottinghamshire: C.M.W.Read*, M.J.Lumb, A.D.Hales, J.W.A.Taylor, S.R.Patel, D.J.Hussey, G.P.Swann, S.J.Mullaney, S.C.J.Broad, A.Shahzad, H.F.Gurney

Glamorgan: M.A.Wallace*, G.P.Rees, C.B.Cooke, J.Allenby, M.W.Goodwin, B.J.Wright, G.G.Wagg, A.G.Salter, D.A.Cosker, M.G.Hogan, S.P.Jones

M A J O R M ATC H E S AT L O R D ’ S

MARTIN GUPTILL PLAYS AN OFF DRIVE NOTTINGHAMSHIRE VICTORIOUS

STUART BROAD IS APPLAUDED BY HIS TEAMMATES JAMES PATTINSON’S WICKET FALLS

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Oxford v Cambridge (50 overs) 15th June

Oxford won by 7 wickets (D/L method) Toss: Oxford

Cambridge (T.C.Elliott 62) 153-8Oxford (A.D.J.Kennedy 43) 89-3Cambridge: P.T.Sadler*, P.M.Best, A.G.Hearne, N.V.S.Senaratne, A.S.Ansari, T.C.Elliott, M.R.Hickey, B.A.Wylie, J.L.Joyce, A.W.Pollock, T.J.W.Probert

Oxford: S.S.A.Agarwal*, B.A.J.Jeffery, A.D.J.Kennedy, B.W.Williams, M.J.W.Winter, T.R.C.Chadwick, S.A.W.Westaway, S.J.C.Cato, J.M.Marsden, F.G.F.Fox, F.F.J.J.Johnson

Inter-Services Twenty20 Tournament

Royal Air Force v The Army 18th June

The Army won by 56 runs Toss: Royal Air Force

The Army (Capt.S.Green 82, Pte.B.Varley 43) 178-5Royal Air Force (L.Cpl.J.Boynton 4-18) 122The Army: L.Cpl.J.Prinsloo*, Capt.S.Green, Sgt.D.Webb, Pte.B.Varley, L.Cpl.R.Emmanuel, Capt.I.Massey, L.Cpl.S.Govender, L.Cpl.J.Boynton, Rfn.R.Hislop, Cpl.R.Dearden, Pte.M.Simon

Royal Air Force: Flt.Lt.M.S.Compton*, S.A.C.R.Diver, S.A.C.J.A.Wray, Sqn.Ldr.T.W.Adcock, Flt.Lt.A.Fisher, Wg.Cdr.D.W.J. Catlow, Cpl.T.Chapman, S.A.C.S.Morris, Flt.Lt.J.Iago, S.A.C.R.T.Magee, Flt.Lt.S.Edmed

Royal Navy v Royal Air Force 18th June

Royal Air Force won by 71 runs Toss: Royal Air Force

Royal Air Force (Ldr.T.W.Adcock 68, A.B.M.Green 4-27) 178-7Royal Navy 107-6Royal Air Force: Flt.Lt.M.S.Compton*, S.A.C.R.Diver, S.A.C.J.A.Wray, Sqn.Ldr.T.W.Adcock, Flt.Lt.A.Fisher, S.A.C.A.McGeorge, S.A.C.S.Morris, S.A.C.S.Bloor, Cpl.T.Chapman, Cpl.I.Sinclair, Flt.Lt.S.Edmed

Royal Navy: Eng.Tech.M.Thompson*, Eng.Tech.S.Jennings, A.B.M.Green, Mne.L.Evans, Sgt.A.Pollard, Eng.Tech.I.Buss, Lt.Cdr.A.Ainsley R.N., Lt.J.D.Parker R.N., Air Eng.D.Storey, Capt.C.Moore R.M., Sgt.D.Mayturn

The Army v Royal Navy 18th June

The Army won by 42 runs Toss: The Army

The Army (Capt.I.Massey 54, L.Cpl.S.Govender 45, Eng.Tech.I.Buss 3-24) 166Royal Navy (Eng.Tech.I.Buss 51) 124The Army: L.Cpl.J.Prinsloo*, Capt.S.Green, Sgt.D.Webb, Pte.B.Varley, L.Cpl.R.Emmanuel, Capt.I.Massey, L.Cpl.S.Govender, L.Cpl.J.Boynton, Rfn.R.Hislop, Cpl.R.Dearden, Pte.M.Simon

Royal Navy: Eng.Tech.M.Thompson*, Mne.L.Evans, A.B.M.Green, Sgt.A.Pollard, Eng.Tech.I.Buss, Eng.Tech.S.Jennings, Capt.C.MooreR.M., Lt.Cdr.A.Ainsley R.N., Air Eng.D.Storey, Lt.J.D.Parker R.N., Sgt.D.Mayturn

MCC Universities Challenge – Final

Leeds/Bradford MCCU v Cardiff MCCU (50 overs) 21st June

Leeds/Bradford won by 3 wickets (D/L method) Toss: Leeds/Bradford

Cardiff (A.R.Laws 3-37) 143Leeds/Bradford MCCU (P.G.Harris 3-34) 121-7Cardiff MCCU: A.J.Miles*, U.A.Qureshi, Z.Elkin, H.G.Siddique, S.L.Davies, A.G.Salter, S.A.Mount, P.G.Harris, A.O.Morgan, J.S.T.Denning, R.J.Adams

Leeds/Bradford MCCU: A.MacQueen*, J.P.Webb, H.L.Thompson, D.R.Young, C.G.Roebuck, W.G.R.Vanderspar, A.R.Laws, J.E.Lee, C.A.R.Macleod, D.W.Foster, Z.R.Patel

Eton v Harrow (55 overs) 22nd June

Eton won by 5 wickets Toss: Harrow

Harrow (M.E.Cousens 47, C.R.D.Griffin 4-32) 201Eton (J.S.D.Gnodde 65, E.W.R.James 54, A.W.Boyd 3-36) 203-5Harrow: M.E.Cousens*, F.W.A.Ruffell, L.Bose, R.G.White, A.W.Boyd, V.M.Patel, M.G.Kellock, A.R.G.Turner, S.J.S.Assani, M.P.Ward, M.A.Fosh

Eton: E.W.R.James*, J.A.Langen, J.S.D.Gnodde, J.F.G.Halstead, A.D.L.Russell, H.A.S.Blake, M.J.Roy, M.H.P.Carleton-Smith, T.K.M.Eckett, P.H.A.Mould, C.R.D.Griffin

NatWest Women’s Series ODI

England Women v Australia Women 20th August

Australia Women won by 27 runs Toss: Australia Women

Australia Women (M.M.Lanning 56, K.Brunt 3-29) 203England Women (C.M.Edwards 61, J.L.Jonassen 4-38, E.A.Osborne 3-39) 176Australia Women: J.M.Fields*, R.L.Haynes, M.M.Lanning, J.E.Cameron, A.J.Blackwell, E.A. Perry, E.A.Osborne, S.J.Coyte, J.L.Jonassen, M.L.Schutt, H.L.Ferling

England Women: C.M.Edwards*, A.Brindle, S.J.Taylor, L.S.Greenway, H.C.Knight, T.Beaumont, L.Marsh, J.L.Gunn, K.Brunt, H.Colvin, A.Shrubsole

MCC Schools v ESCA (50 overs) 2nd September

ESCA won by 6 wickets Toss: MCC Schools

MCC Schools (J.L.Lawlor 119, J.M.A.Mynott 55) 262-7ESCA (H.E.Dearden 94, H.I.Hameed 70, M.Hussain 45, R.P.Jones 41) 264-4MCC Schools: J.L.Lawlor*, R.Davies, S.J.R.Wyatt-Haines, J.M.A.Mynott, H.C.Blofield, O.T.H.Esse, C.A.Pepper, P.B.Richardson, A.J.Jackson, T.Dinnis, B.W.M.Graves

ESCA: R.P.Jones*, H.E.Dearden, J.J.Weatherley, H.I.Hameed, A.H.T.Donald, M.Hussain, T.J.Moores, J.A.Thompson, J.D.Warner, M.J.G.Taylor, S.Mahmood

Davidstow Village Cup Final

Cleator CC v Rockhampton 8th September

Cleator CC won by 1 wickets Toss: Cleator CC

Rockhampton CC (J.Williams 57, M.Tyler 50) 192-7Cleator CC (W.Cartlidge 4-35, S.Nichols 3-31) 193-9Rockhampton CC: J.Williams*, M.Tyler, W.Tyler, G.Brothwood, S.Hore, R.Cartlidge, J.Spence, W.Cartlidge, S.Nichols, J.Hancox, C.Pearce

Cleator CC: D.J.Rooney*, J.Rogers, C.J.Quin, D.Clark, R.W.Mason, T.S.Sharpe, S.M.Kiggins, I.D.Clark, G.Lilly, D.Bell, D.W.Blackwell

O T H E R M ATC H E S AT L O R D ’ S

ROYAL NAVY IN ACTION AGAINST THE ARMY IN JUNE


v Adastrians CC (40 overs) 15th September

Match abandoned

Cross Arrows (A.Geldenhuys 130, P.Wise 100, D.Miller 71*) 354-4

v Stage CC (50 overs) 16th September

Match abandoned

Cross Arrows 99-3

v Barclays Capital (50 overs) 17th September

Match abandoned

Cross Arrows (T.Pettet 115, T.Edrich 50) 225-4

v Royal Household CC 18th September

Match abandoned

v Gentleman of Worcestershire CC (45 overs) 23rd September

Cross Arrows won by 5 runs

Cross Arrows (F.Stewart 57, W.Howard 74*) 256-7Gentleman of Worcestershire (L.Gwynn 148) 251

v Wycombe House CC (50 overs) 24th September

Wycombe House won by 5 wickets

Cross Arrows (P.Brierley 51, C.Dare 50*) 197-9Wycombe House (D.Perera 115) 198-5

v Frogs CC (45 overs) 25th September

Frogs won by 7 wickets

Cross Arrows 174Frogs (R.Lawrence 59) 178-3

v MCC (45 overs) 26th September

MCC won by 46 runs

MCC (G.Thurstance 95) 248Cross Arrows 202

v Uppingham Rovers CC (45 overs) 27th September

Uppingham Rovers 47 runs

Uppingham Rovers (J.Beaumont 55) 241Cross Arrows (N.Lamb 64*) 194

v Belbroughton CC (50 overs) 29th September

Belbroughton won by 39 runs

Belbroughton (G.Day 112) 305-6Cross Arrows (J.Fenn 82, I.Stuart 62*) 266-9

v Stock Exchange CC (50 overs) 30th September

Cross Arrows won by 118 runs

Cross Arrows (S.Atwa 71, C.Dare 58) 254Stock Exchange (P.Joshi 5-39) 136

v Kenya Kongonis CC (45 overs) 1st October

Kenya Kongonis won by 6 wickets

Cross Arrows (C.James 59, P.Joshi 51) 194Kenya Kongonis (S.Beetham 56*) 196-4

v Butterflies CC (45 overs) 2nd October

Butterflies won by 6 wickets

Cross Arrows (C.James 80, P.Joshi 52) 248-6Butterflies (N.Harrap 111, J.Weaving 53*) 252-4

C RO S S A R ROW S

UPPINGHAM ROVERS TRIUMPHED OVER CROSS ARROWS

CHAD BARRETT, BOWLING FOR CROSS ARROWS


TOUR TO ARGENTINA

Back Row L-R: M.C.Lomas, L.R.F.Stoughton, S.P.Kirby, A.G.Rennison, C.C.Finegan, G.G.Read, G.I.Maiden, S.D.Snell, O.G.K.HowickFront Row L-R: T.Kirk, J.H.Evans (Umpire), D.A.Lewis (Captain), M.S.L.Rollinson (Manager), R.J.Pack, D.L.Maddy

MCC v President’s XI (50 overs) 23rd February

MCC won by 17 runs Toss: President’s XI

MCC (S.D.Snell 80*, P.Esterhuyse 3-34, H.Fennel 3-17) 201-8President’s XI (A.Ferguson 46, D.L.Maddy 3-31) 184-9

MCC v North XI (50 overs) 24th February

Match abandoned

MCC v South XI (50 overs) 26th February

MCC won by 7 wickets Toss: South XI

South XI (S.P.Kirby 7-24) 113 all outMCC (L.R.F.Stoughton 57) 115-3

MCC v Argentina (50 overs) 28th February

MCC won by 151 runs Toss: Argentina

MCC (L.R.F.Stoughton 48, A.G.Rennison 110*, O.G.K.Howick 73) 269-5Argentina (S.P.Kirby 4-16, D.L.Maddy 4-3) 118 all out

MCC v Argentina (20 overs) 2nd March

MCC won by 5 runs Toss: Argentina

MCC (S.D.Snell 103) 201-5Argentina (G.I.Maiden 3-16, C.Finegan 3-7) 75-8

MCC v Argentina (50 overs) 3rd March

MCC won by 126 runs Toss: MCC

MCC ( L.R.F.Stoughton 71, A.G.Rennison 47, D.L.Maddy 75, D.A.Lewis 56, F.Duggan 3-53) 364-8

Argentina (G.G.Read 3-24) 167 all out

TOUR TO CAYMAN ISLANDS

Back Row L-R: H.T.Y.Shephard, G.D.Evans, A.N.Harris, Dr.T.J.W.Probert, W.S.Jones, M.J.Friedlander, G.M.Hamilton, S.G.D.Crampton, R.L.YoungFront Row L-R: J.W.Holder (Umpire), S.P.Henderson (Manager), R.E.W.G.Horridge (Captain), R.E.King (Not pictured: J.I.D.Kidson, K.T.Medlycott)

MCC v Governor’s XI (30 overs) 18th AprilMCC won by 25 runs Toss: MCC

MCC (R.L.Young 47) 139-5Governor’s XI (J.I.D.Kidson 4-21) 114-8

CC v President’s XI 20th AprilMatch drawn Toss: President’s XI

President’s XI (R.Sealy 62, J.I.D.Kidson 4-24) 206-9 decMCC (G.M.Hamilton 49) 205-6

MCC v Cayman Islands (50 overs) 21st AprilMCC won by 4 wickets Toss: Cayman Islands

Cayman Islands (S.G.D.Crampton 3-22, W.S.Jones 3-58) 157-9MCC (W.S.Jones 46, Basil 3-33) 158-6

MCC v Village Greenies CC (50 overs) 23rd AprilMCC lost by 3 wickets Toss: Village Greenies CC

MCC (Robinson 4-14) 113 all outVillage Greenies CC (S.G.D.Crampton 3-20) 114-7

MCC v Cayman Islands Select XI (20 overs) 24th AprilMCC won by 6 wickets Toss: Cayman Islands

Cayman Islands Select XI (S.G.D.Crampton 4-16) 110-8MCC (R.L.Young 62*) 112-4

MCC v Cayman Islands (20 overs) 25th AprilMCC won by 10 wickets Toss: Cayman Islands

Cayman Islands 135-5MCC (R.L.Young 64*, R.E.King 63*) 137 without loss

TOUR TO FRANCE

Back Row L-R: R.McLeod (Umpire), E.A.J.Packard, A.R.Wilson, T.E.Goodworth, D.R.Wigley, J.A.G.Green, A.D.Griffiths, J.C.D.Riches, O.J.Clayson

Front Row L-R: N.A.Chohan, F.L.Stewart (Captain), D.J.Bicknell (Manager), A.J.Clague, P.E.O’Donnell (Not pictured: M.D.Hunn)

MCC v ACCSO (30 overs) 5th MayMCC won by 48 runs Toss: MCC

MCC (J.C.D.Riches 50, A.D.Griffiths 52*) 200-7ACCSO (A.J.Clague 4-47) 152-8

MCC v Standard Athletic Club 7th MayMatch drawn Toss: MCC

MCC 190-5Standard Athletic Club 125-9

MCC v Dreux (45 overs) 8th MayMCC won by 2 wickets Toss: Dreux

Dreux (A.Zahir 69, T.E.Goodworth 3-27) 213 all outMCC (A.C.Griffiths 52, F.L.Stewart 83*) 214-8

MCC v PUC (20 overs) 9th MayMCC won by 27 runs Toss: PUC

MCC 123-6PUC 96 all out

M C C OV E R S E A S TO U R S


MCC v France (20 overs) 9th May

MCC lost by 44 runs Toss: MCC

France (AA 50) 152-5MCC 108 all out

MCC v France (20 overs) 10th May

MCC lost by 9 wickets Toss: MCC

MCC (D.J.Bicknell 45) 128-5France (Shankar 46, Sandil 51*) 134-1

TOUR TO CYPRUS

Back Row L-R: B.S. Toombs (Umpire), A.E. Wilkinson, T.S. Smith, T.E. Savill, A.P.Woodward, P.A.Coughlin, A.K.Hele

Front Row L-R: B.R.Stephens, N.Patel, A.M.Sparks, M.E.Root (Captain), J.D.H.Griffiths (Manager), D.J.Henderson (Not pictured: H.R.Anderson, R.H.Jones)

MCC v Cyprus Development XI (50 overs) 28th September

MCC won by 173 runs Toss: Cyprus Development XI

MCC (N.Patel 58, T.S.Smith 47, A.E.Wilkinson 60*) 300-9Cyprus Development XI (T.E.Savill 3-34, B.R.Stephens 4-26) 127 all out

MCC v Armed Forces 29th September

MCC won by 281 runs Toss: Armed Forces

MCC (T.E.Savill 71) 335-8Armed Forces (A.E.Wilkinson 5-16, N.Patel 3-9) 54 all out

MCC v Cyprus National XI (50 overs) 1st October

MCC won by 9 wickets Toss:

Cyprus National XI 77 all outMCC (R.H.Jones 53*, T.Smith 4-31) 93-3

MCC v Joint Forces XI (20 overs) 3rd October


MCC (J.D.H.Griffiths 51, P.A.Coughlin 48) 193-5Joint Forces XI (Robinson 46) 87-5

TOUR TO UGANDA

Back Row L-R: N.L.Bainton (Umpire), T.W.P.Cox, J.R.Irvine-Fortescue, C.T.Perren, R.C.Kitzinger, C.A.Barrett, J.M.E.Barrs, J.R.WoodFront Row L-R: D.Morrison, P.R.Carter, D.J.Otway (Manager), A.Akram (Captain), J.M.Overy, D.Cranfield-Thompson

MCC v Uganda (2 days) 6th October

Match draw Toss: Uganda

Uganda (C.A.Barrett 6-33, R.C.Kitzinger 3-24) 127 all outand (P.Ochan 60*, C.A.Barrett 3-42) 217-7 decMCC (F.Ochimi 4-35) 102 all outand 22 without loss

MCC v Emerging Uganda 9th October

MCC won by 6 wickets Toss: MCC

Emerging Uganda (L.Semahmba 56) 171 all outMCC (C.T.Perren 59) 175-4

MCC v Uganda (50 overs) 11th October

MCC lost by 2 runs Toss: Uganda

Uganda (H.Saleh 45, S.Mukobe 58, R.Okia 46*) 206-7 decMCC (R.Musaka 4-42, P.Ochan 3-34, R.Otim 3-22) 204-9

MCC v Uganda (20 overs) 12th October


MCC 93-6Uganda (A.Kyobe 51) 94-2

MCC v Rwanda 14th October


MCC 176-7Rwanda (J.R.Irvine-Fortescue 3-17, A.Akram 3-8) 82 all outMCC WAS UNBEATEN IN CYPRUS

JAMES OVERY DEFENDS IN THE CLUB’S TWO-DAY MATCH AGAINST UGANDA


Played 36Won 11 | Drawn 5 | Lost 16

Tied 1 | Abandoned 3

M C C YO U N G C R I C K E T E R SBAT T I N G AV E R AG E S 2 0 1 3

S E C O N D E L E V E N C H A M P I O N S H I P( M I N I M U M 5 0 RU N S )

In Average Order M Inns NO HS Runs Av 100 50

C.D.Piesley 9 14 0 120 566 40.43 2 2

T.M.Head 2 3 0 102 121 40.33 1 0

W.T.Root 6 10 0 165 377 37.70 1 1

S.W.Poynter 5 10 0 172 318 31.80 1 0

S.S.Arthurton 1 2 0 42 53 26.50 0 0

A.J.Hose 8 12 0 72 290 24.17 0 2

A.M.Dobb 7 8 3 23* 120 24.00 0 0

S.S.McKechnie 8 12 1 50 230 20.91 0 1

N.Budhayer 2 3 0 31 62 20.67 0 0

L.J.Gough 9 14 2 46 244 20.33 0 0

G.Clark 7 11 1 56 191 19.10 0 1

S.C.Getkate 8 11 1 47 169 16.90 0 0

D.O.D.Hampton 8 11 0 39 139 12.64 0 0

M C C YO U N G C R I C K E T E R SB OW L I N G AV E R AG E S 2 0 1 3

S E C O N D E L E V E N C H A M P I O N S H I P( M I N I M U M 5 0 OV E R S )

In Average Order Overs Mdns Runs Wkts Av 5 wkts Best Bowling

C.D.Piesley 67.0 14 185 13 14.23 - 4-20

J.G.Hoddle 79.4 20 231 10 23.10 - 3-20

J.A.Porter 174.4 40 542 17 31.88 - 4-69

D.O.D.Hampton 123.3 24 416 11 37.82 1 5-54

M.Abid 88.4 9 330 8 41.25 - 2-25

A.M.Dobb 170.1 26 657 13 50.54 - 3-69

S.C.Getkate 90.3 8 387 7 55.29 - 2-36

v Gloucestershire II at High Wycombe CC (2 days) 7th April

MCC YC lost by 8 wickets

MCC YC (W.T. Root 86*, S.C. Getkate 51) 206-8 decand 161-7 decGloucestershire II (C.D.J.Dent 80*) 129-1 decand (M.Klinger 83*) 241-2

v Norfolk CCC at Shenley (50 overs) 13th April

Match cancelled

v Grass Roots Academy at Shenley 16th April

MCC YC won by 2 runs

MCC YC 108Grass Roots Academy 106

v High Wycombe CC at High Wycombe 20th April


MCC YC (S.S.McKechnie 74*) 254-7High Wycombe CC (A.A.Duncan 52) 218

v MCC at Lord’s (50 overs) 1st May


MCC YC (G.Clark 83, S.S.McKechnie 62, D.M.Cousins 4-31, D.H.Wigley 4-62) 262-9MCC 154-9 all out

v Unicorns A at Radlett CC (40 overs) 2nd May

MCC YC lost by 34 runs

Unicorns A (H.Bush 94, V.Tripathi 57) 259-7MCC YC 225-9

v Royal Air Force CA at Vine Lane (20 overs) 13th June


Royal Air Force CA 137-8MCC YC 105

v Royal Air Force CA at Vine Lane (20 overs) 13th June


MCC YC 131-8RAF CA 126-6

v Oxfordshire Academy at Denis Compton Oval, Shenley (2 days) 27th June

Match drawn

Oxfordshire Academy (R.L.W.Cook 58) 219MCC YC (S.S.McKechnie 59) 188-7

v Duke of Norfolk’s XI at Arundel 4th August

Match drawn

MCC YC (A.J.Hose 71, L.J.Gough 5, D.Lowry 4-46) 224-8 decDuke of Norfolks’ XI (T.M.Head 58) 224-9

v Gloucestershire II at Downend CC WG Grace Memorial Ground (3 days) 27th August


MCC YC (G.Clark 99, A.J.Hose 85, E.G.C.Young 4-111) 400and (L.J.Gough 66, S.S.McKechnie 62) 248-6 decGloucestershire II (D.M.Housego 110, A.M.Dobb 5-111) 324and (I.A.Cockbain 54, A.M.Dobb 5-49) 195

Second Eleven Trophy (40 overs)v Nottinghamshire II at Radlett CC 22nd April


MCC YC (C.D.Piesley 59) 230-8Nottinghamshire II (S.Kelsall 69) 234-4

v Worcestershire II at High Wycombe CC 7th May


MCC YC (S.W.Poynter 74) 276-6Worcestershire II (A.Hepburn 101*, B.L.D’Oliveira 93) 266-6

v Durham II at Brandon CC 3rd June


MCC YC 109Durham II 112-8

M C C YO U N G C R I C K E T E R S


v Glamorgan II at Newclose, Isle of Wight 1st July


MCC YC (H.W.Powell 6-8) 157Glamorgan II 160-6

v Yorkshire II at Weetwood Hall, Leeds 8th July

Match tied

Yorkshire II (A.Lyth 102) 279MCC YC (C.D.Piesley 56, S.W.Poynter 51, A.Rafiq 4-45) 279

v Lancashire at Radlett CC 15th July

MCC YC won by 8 wickets

Lancashire II (J.G.Hoddle 5-23) 82MCC YC 85-2

v Leicestershire II at County Ground, Grace Road, Leicester 29th July

Match abandoned

MCC YC (C.D.Piesley 56*) 101-3Leicestershire II

v Derbyshire II at The Copper Yard, Denby 6th August


MCC YC (A.J.Hose 61, C.D.Piesley 60) 214-7Derbyshire II 107

v Warwickshire II at Olton & West Warwicks CC 13th August

MCC YC lost by 4 runs (D/L method)

Warwickshire II (D.L.Maddy 68) 201-8MCC YC (S.A.Piolet 4-33) 175-9

Second Eleven Championship (3 days)v Nottinghamshire II at Radlett CC 23rd April

MCC YC lost by an innings and 16 runs

MCC YC 205and 115Nottinghamshire II (S.Kelsall 83, G.G.White 83, P.J.Franks 77) 336

v Worcestershire II at High Wycombe CC 8th May

MCC YC lost by an innings and 36 runs

MCC YC (C.D.Piesley 102) 262and (J.Leach 4-46) 114Worcestershire II (J.Leach 67, L.Weston 64, A.Hepburn 55, S.G.Leach 55) 412-9 dec

v Durham II at Brandon CC 4th June

Match drawn

MCC YC (S.W.Poynter 172, G.Clark 56) 518-9 decand (W.T.Root 66) 143-8 decDurham II (G.J.Muchall 146, K.Turner 63) 354-6 decand (R.Singh 94, G.J.Muchall 64) 256-7

v Glamorgan II at Newclose, Isle of Wight 2nd July

Match drawn

Glamorgan II (D.L.Lloyd 113, J.C.Glover 57) 297-6MCC YC (W.T.Root 165, C.D.Piesley 63, J.C.Glover 5-82) 348

v Yorkshire II at Stamford Bridge CC 9th July


MCC YC (S.S.McKechnie 50) 298and (C.D.Piesley 120) 277-9 decYorkshire II (A.Z.Lees 102, C.D.Piesley 4-20) 323-9 decand (J.A.Leaning 66) 140

v Leicestershire II at Leicester Ivanhoe CC 30th July

Match abandoned

Leicestershire II 20-1MCC YC

v Derbyshire II at Belper Meadows CC 7th August


MCC YC (M.L.Turner 4-41) 112and (A.C.Evans 4-80) 234Derbyshire II (W.J.Durston 97, D.O.D.Hampton 5-54) 275and 72-2

v Warwickshire II at Walmley CC 14th August

Match drawn

Warwickshire II ( I.J.Westwood 131, S.G.Leach 109, C.B.F.Purchase 64*, T.R.Ambrose 55*, T.P.Lewis 52) 462-4 dec

and 16-1MCC YC (T.M.Head 102, A.J.Hose 72, C.D.Piesley 63) 327-5 dec

v Lancashire II at Dennis Compton Oval, Shenley 3rd September


Lancashire II (K.R.Brown 91, S.J.Croft 91) 251and (J.Clark 107, O.J.Newby 55) 282-8 decMCC YC (A.M.Lilley 5-60) 213and (A.J.Hose 52) 149-9

Second Eleven Twenty20

v Surrey II at Purley Sports Club 17th June


Surrey II (Azhar Mahmood 76*) 190-6MCC YC (A.J.Hose 49*) 151-7

v Surrey II at Purley Sports Club 17th June


MCC YC (C.D.Piesley 72) 139Surrey II 109

v Sussex II at Denis Compton Oval, Shenley 18th June


Sussex II (M.J.G.Rippon 60*) 130-4MCC YC (A.J.Hose 67*) 131-4

v Sussex II at Denis Compton Oval, Shenley 18th June


MCC YC 158-7Sussex II (J.S.Gatting 88) 159-5

v Hampshire II at the Ageas Bowl 25th June


Hampshire II 169-6MCC YC 174-6

v Hampshire II at the Ageas Bowl 25th June


Hampshire II 120-7MCC YC 115-8

v Kent II at Radlett CC 26th June


Kent II (A.J.Blake 68) 184-6MCC YC (M.A.Davies 4-15) 130

v Kent II at Radlett CC 26th June


MCC YC 120-7Kent II (B.W.Harmison 70*) 121-2


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A Aberystwyth University CC 6 MayAbingdon School 27 JuneAKS (formerly Arnold & KEQMS) 2 MayAldenham School 21 JuneAlexandra Park CC (125th Anniversary) 30 MayAlleyn’s School 20 JuneAmpleforth College 1 MayArgentina* (50 overs) 17 JulyArdingly College 17 JuneAshville College 24 JuneAustin Friars St. Monica’s School 8 May

B Bancroft’s School (65th Anniversary) 24 JuneBankfoot CC (Centenary) 7 JulyBarnard Castle School 15 MayBarnes CC 22 MayBath CC 25 JulyBeaconsfield CC 3 JulyBeckenham CC 2 AugustThe Becket R.C. School 30 AprilBeddington CC (150th Anniversary) 30 MayBedford Modern School 26 JuneBedford School 7 MayBeechen Cliff School 8 JulyBelbroughton CC (150th Anniversary) (50 overs) 14 JulyBelvedere CC (Centenary) 26 JulyBerkhamsted School 27 JuneBETHS Grammar School 19 JuneBexley CC 9 JulyBirkdale School 30 AprilBirkenhead School 26 JuneBishop Luffa School 16 AprilBishop Vesey’s Grammar School 21 JuneBishop’s Stortford College 30 AprilThe Bishop’s Stortford High School 18 JuneBlackheath CC 9 AugustBlagdon CC (125th Anniversary) 12 JulyBloxham School 8 MayBlundell’s School 8 MayBolton School 27 JuneBradfield College 14 JuneBradfield Waifs CC 5 JulyBradford Grammar School 8 MayBradman Foundation XI* (50 overs) 5 JulyBrentwood School 8 MayBrighton College 20 JuneBristol CC 9 AugustBritannia Royal Naval College 5 JuneBritish Fire Service CC 5 JuneBromley CC 30 AugustBromsgrove School 2 MayBrook CC 31 JulyBryanston School 30 MayBurford School 23 May

C Calmore Sports Club (Centenary) 25 AugustCambridge University CC* (3 days) 26 JuneCambridge University Crusaders CC 21 June

Canford School 25 JuneCardiff CC 28 JuneCardiff MCCU* (50 overs) 29 AprilCentral Lancashire League 26 JulyChallow & Childray U25’s 28 JulyCharterhouse 16 MayChatsworth CC (150th Anniversary) 28 JulyCheadle CC (150th Anniversary) 8 AugustCheadle Hulme Grammar School 19 JuneCheam CC 23 JulyChelmsford CC 4 AugustCheltenham College 25 JuneChichester Priory Park CC 8 AugustChigwell School 5 JulyChislehurst & Sidcup Grammar School 25 JuneChorleywood CC 17 JulyChrist’s College, Brecon 19 JuneChrist’s College, Finchley 3 JulyChrist’s Hospital 26 JuneCity of London Freemen’s School 28 JuneClayesmore School 28 JuneClifton College 7 MayClitheroe Royal Grammar School 17 MayClub Cricket Conference* (50 overs) 17 JulyCokethorpe School 15 MayColchester Royal Grammar School 30 AprilColfe’s School 19 JuneColston’s School 2 MayCombined Services CC* (20 overs) 14 MayContinental European Championships – T20 27 JuneContinental European Championships – T20 28 JuneContinental European Championships – T20 29 JuneThe Cotswold School 20 JuneCoventry Schools 8 MayCowley International College 5 JulyCranbrook School 26 JuneCranleigh School 25 JuneCricketers’ Club of NSW* (50 overs) 31 JulyCross Arrows CC 26 SeptemberCryptics CC 12 JulyCulford School 2 MayCumbria Cricket Board U17s 31 May

D Dame Alice Owens School (400th Anniversary) 10 JulyDartford Grammar School 10 JulyDatchet CC (Centenary) 26 AugustDauntsey’s School 2 JulyDean Close School 26 JuneDenstone College 15 MayDitchling CC 14 AugustDollar Academy 23 MayDorset “A” 23 MayDover College 14 MayDownside School 15 MayDr. Challoner’s Grammar School 24 JuneDuchess of Rutland’s XI* (40 overs) 9 JulyDuke of Norfolk’s XI* 28 JulyDuke of York’s Royal Military School 25 JuneDulwich College 1 MayDumbleton CC 29 JulyDurham MCCU* (3 days) 12 JuneDurham School 20 June

S e c r e t a r y ’s M a t c h e s, m a r k e d w i t h a n a s t e r i s k , a r e f e a t u r e d o n p a g e s 1 5 - 2 2


Durham Sixth Form Centre 30 AprilDurham University 2nd XI 9 June

E Ealing Academy 23 AugustEast League U23 24 JuneEastbourne College 27 JuneEastcote CC 28 JulyEastern Regional Academy (2 days) 26 JuneECB Northern Premier League U21s 12 JulyThe Edinburgh Academy 25 JuneElizabeth College 29 MayEllesmere College 28 JuneEltham College 27 JuneEmanuel School 24 JuneEnfield Grammar School 27 JuneEngland Deaf 19 AugustEpsom College 23 MayErmysted’s Grammar School 3 MayEsher CC 16 JuneEton College 25 AprilExeter School 27 June

F Falkland CC 28 JulyFarnham Royal CC 1 AugustFelsted Robins CC 12 JulyFelsted School 2 MayFettes College 9 MayFinchley CC 15 AugustFives & Heronians CC 26 JulyForest School 1 MayThe Forest School 25 JuneThe Forty Club 14 AugustFramlingham College 1 MayFriary School Sports College 4 July

G Gentlemen of Leicestershire CC 11 JulyThe Gentlemen of Essex CC 30 AugustGeorge Watson’s College 5 JuneGidea Park and Romford CC (150th Anniversary) 17 JulyGiggleswick School 17 JuneGlamorgan Nomads CC 26 JuneGlasgow Academy 13 JuneGlenalmond College 30 AprilGordonstoun 5 MayGrange CC 8 SeptemberThe Grammar School at Leeds 1 MayGresham’s School 27 JuneGuards CC 28 MayGuernsey Cricket Board XI (20 overs) 28 MayGuernsey Cricket Board XI (50 overs) 30 May

H The Haberdashers’ Aske’s School 1 MayHaileybury 25 MayHampshire Collegiate School, Embley Park 23 JuneHampshire Hogs CC 15 AugustHampstead CC 6 MayHampton School 23 AprilHarpenden CC (150th Anniversary) 8 AugustHarrow School 25 JuneThe Harvey Grammar School 24 JuneHaydon Bridge CC (150th Anniversary) 26 JulyHeathfield Park CC 7 August

Hereford Cathedral School 30 MayThe High School of Glasgow 12 JuneHighgate School 1 MayHonourable Artillery Company CC 11 AugustHorsham CC 6 AugustHSBC CC 24 JulyHuddersfield New College Cricket Academy 27 JuneThe Hurlingham Club 26 JulyHurstpierpoint College 18 JuneHutcheson’s Grammar School 11 JuneHymers College 5 July

I I Zingari (Australia) (in Australia) 10 FebruaryIpswich School 21 MayIreland “A”* (3 days) 8 MayIreland U19 XI 21 JuneIrish Universities 31 MayIsle of Man Cricket Association (20 overs) 21 JuneIsle of Man Cricket Association (20 overs) 20 JuneIsle of Man U21s 19 JuneIsle of Wight CA 21 MayIsleworth & Syon School 19 June

J Japan* 28 AprilJersey Cricket Board 1st XI (50 overs) 26 MayJersey Island Academy (20 overs) 27 MayThe John Fisher School 3 MayThe John Lyon School 24 June

K Kelly College 30 AprilKent College 2 MayKent Academy 11 AugustKimbolton School 8 MayKing Edward VI Aston School 9 MayKing Edward VI Camp Hill School 12 JulyKing Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford 3 JulyKing Edward VI School 21 JuneKing Edward’s School, Bath 1 JulyKing Edward’s School, Birmingham 2 JulyKing Edward’s School, Witley 30 JuneKing William’s College 20 JuneKing’s College School 25 JuneKing’s College, Taunton 7 MayKing’s School, Bruton 14 MayKing’s School, Rochester 26 MayKing’s School, Worcester 25 JuneThe King’s School, Canterbury 1 JulyThe King’s School, Chester 28 JuneThe King’s School, Ely 18 JuneThe King’s School, Gloucester 24 JuneThe King’s School, Grantham 28 JuneThe King’s School, Macclesfield 28 JuneThe King’s School, Tynemouth 10 MayKingston Grammar School 15 MayKingswood School 3 JulyKirkham Grammar School 30 April

L Lancashire League U21s 2 AugustLancaster Royal Grammar School 3 MayLancing College 25 JuneLangley Park School 2 MayLangley School 25 June


Lansdown CC 31 JulyLatymer Upper School 1 JulyLeeds/Bradford MCCU* (50 overs) 24 MayLeicester Grammar School 9 MayLeighton Park School 19 JuneLeinster Schools 29 MayLeinster U19s 30 MayThe Leys School 18 JuneLicensed Victuallers’ School 1 JulyLindfield CC 4 AugustLiverpool & District Cricket Competition U21s 5 AugustLiverpool College 25 JuneLlandovery College 3 JulyLord Wandsworth College 12 JuneLord William’s School 21 JuneLords & Commons 16 JuneLoretto School 16 MayLoughborough Grammar School 24 JuneLoughborough MCCU* (50 overs) 20 May

M Magdalen College School 23 JuneMalvern College 1 MayMansfield Hosiery Mills CC 24 JulyMarket Harborough CC 25 JulyMarlborough College 18 AprilThe Manchester Grammar School 24 MayMCC East Anglia

v MCC East Midlands (S.A. Bradford Memorial Game) 14 JuneMCC East Midlands v MCC North East 21 AugustMCC Home Counties v MCC London Suburban (North) 9 AugustMCC Ireland v MCC Wales 14 AugustMCC Ireland v MCC West South West 14 AugustMCC London South v MCC Home Counties* 1 JulyMCC North East v MCC North West 16 JulyMCC North East v MCC Scotland (2 days) 14 AugustMCC North West v MCC East Midlands 14 AugustMCC North West v MCC West Midlands 24 JulyMCC South East v MCC South East 27 MayMCC Wales v MCC West South West 14 AugustMCC West Midlands (Sussex) v MCC East Midlands (Kent) 20 JuneMCC Young Cricketers* (50 overs) 1 MayMelbourne CC* 23 JulyMerchant Taylor’s School, Crosby 24 JuneMerchant Taylor’s School, Northwood 8 MayMerchiston Castle School 28 JuneMetropolitan Police CC 26 JuneMidlands Club Cricket Conference* (50 overs) 2 JulyMill Hill School 21 JuneMillfield School 3 MayMilton Abbey School 13 MayMinor Counties Cricket Association* (50 overs) 30 MayMistley CC 16 AugustMonkton Combe School 25 JuneMonmouth School 20 JuneMunster Development XI 28 MayMyerscough College 22 May

N Neath Port Talbot College 5 JuneNew College (20 overs) 24 JuneNew Hall School 1 JulyNewcastle-Under-Lyme School 3 JulyNI Cricket Association U19 XI 19 JuneNidderdale Amateur Cricket League 28 AugustNorth East Premier League U21s 25 JulyNorthern Select XI 6 MayNorwich CC 25 August

Norwich School 26 JuneNottingham High School 8 May

O Oakham School 10 MayOld Bedfordians CC 1 JulyOld Waynfletes CC 8 JulyOld Wellingtonians CC 5 JulyOldham Hulme Grammar School 5 JulyOldswinford Hospital School XI 24 JuneThe Oratory School 1 JulyOrmskirk School 29 MayOundle School 23 AprilOxford University Authentics CC 7 JuneOxford University CC* (3 days) 3 June

P Pangbourne College 1 JulyParmiter’s School 27 JunePatchway CC (Centenary) 14 JulyPate’s Grammar School 26 JuneThe Perse School 25 JunePeterborough Beacon’s Schools 4 JulyPlymouth College 2 MayPocklington School 26 JunePoole Grammar School 5 JulyPortsmouth Grammar School 26 JunePreston Nomads CC 14 AugustPrior Park College 27 June

Q Queen Elizabeth Grammar School, Wakefield 24 AprilQueen Elizabeth’s Grammar School, Blackburn 16 MayQueen’s College, Taunton 9 May

R Radlett CC 26 AugustRadley College 30 MayRadley Rangers CC 5 MayRatcliffe College 25 AprilRBAI/Campbell College XI 20 JuneReading Blue Coat School 17 JuneReading School 26 JuneReed’s School 3 JulyRefugee Cricket Project 23 MayReigate Grammar School 5 JulyRepton School 7 MayRibblesdale Cricket League U21s 21 AugustRichmond CC 8 JulyRMA Sandhurst 3 AugustRossall School 1 MayRoyal Grammar School, High Wycombe 19 JuneRoyal Grammar School, Worcester 26 JuneThe Royal Grammar School, Guildford 9 MayThe Royal Grammar School, Newcastle-upon-Tyne 25 JuneThe Royal Hospital School 24 JuneRugby CC 2 JulyRugby School 23 AprilRydal Penrhos School 8 MayRyde School 22 MayRye CC (260th Anniversary) 13 August

S Sandwich Town CC 19 AugustSark CC 2 AugustSawston CC 4 August


Scillonian XI 1 AugustScotland Development XI* (3 days) 18 JuneScotland Regional Academy Select XI (50 overs) 12 AugustScotland U19s 15 JulyScottish Students XI 27 MaySeaford College 7 MaySedbergh School 9 MaySevenoaks School 29 JuneSevenoaks Vine CC 10 JulySGS College (formerly Filton College) 12 JuneSheffield Collegiate CC 23 JulyShenley Village CC 21 AugustSherborne School 21 JuneShiplake College 27 AprilShrewsbury School 28 AprilSibton Park CC 9 AugustSidcup CC 14 JuneSilcoates School 8 MaySimmons & Simmons 26 JulySingapore CC* (50 overs) 16 JulySir Joseph Williamson’s School 27 JuneThe Skinners’ School 7 MaySolihull School 26 JuneThe Somerset Stragglers CC 30 JulySonning CC 10 JulySouth Craven School 9 JulySouth Hampstead CC 31 JulySouth Wales Cricket Association 13 AugustSouthgate CC 3 JulySpalding Grammar School 24 AprilSt. Alban’s School 02 JulySt. Ambrose College 18 JuneSt. Bartholomew’s School 25 JuneSt. Bede’s School 06 MaySt. Benedict’s School 27 MaySt. Dunstan’s College 01 JulySt. Edward’s School 04 JulySt. George’s College 12 JuneSt. John’s School 07 MaySt. Joseph’s College 03 MaySt. Lawrence College 21 MaySt. Mary’s College, Crosby 24 AprilSt. Mary’s Island 31 JulySt. Paul’s School 29 JuneSt. Peter’s School 28 JuneStainsby Hall CC (150th Anniversary) 13 AugustStamford School 3 JulyStanmore CC 16 AugustStapleton CC (150th Anniversary) 18 AugustStewart’s Melville College 14 JuneSteyning Grammar School 1 MayStockport Grammar School 23 MayStonyhurst College 15 MayStowe School 16 JuneStragglers of Asia CC 24 JulyStrathallen School 9 JuneSunbury CC (75th Anniversary) 6 AugustSunderland CC 24 JulySussex Martlets CC 12 MaySutton CC 25 JuneSutton Grammar School 26 JuneSutton Valence School 9 MaySydney Cricket Ground Trust XI (in Australia) 20 DecemberSydney Cricket Ground Trust XI* 26 July

T Taunton School 23 MayTeddington CC 23 AugustTettenhall College 3 JulyThomas Whitham Sixth Form 7 MayTiffin School 24 JuneTonbridge School 2 July

Tower Hamlets District Cricket XI 3 JulyTrent College 2 MayTring Park 31 JulyTrinity School 2 JulyTrojans CC 7 JulyTruro School 1 MayTunbridge Wells CC 25 JulyTynemouth U21s 6 August

U Ulster Schools XI 18 JuneUniversity College School 20 JuneUniversity of Bristol CC 12 JuneUniversity of Exeter CC 3 MayUniversity of Kent CC 2 JuneUniversity of London CC 21 MayUniversity of Southampton CC 4 JuneUniversity of York CC 2 JuneUppingham Rovers CC (150th Anniversary) 26 MayUppingham School 18 June

V Victoria College 25 May

W Wales* 22 AprilWarwick School 19 JuneWarwick University CC 17 JuneWarwickshire Pilgrims CC 1 JulyWatford Grammar School 21 JuneWath Comprehensive School 2 MayWellingborough School 28 JuneWellington College 18 JuneWells Cathedral School 24 JuneWellsway School 17 JulyWelwyn Garden City CC 11 JulyWest Buckland School 19 JuneWest Herts CC 23 JulyWest Suffolk Schools 29 AprilWestminster School 2 MayWhitgift School 26 JuneWickersley Comprehensive School 1 MayWilson’s School 6 MayWimbledon CC 17 JulyWinchester College 11 JuneWindsor CC 25 AugustThe Windsor Boys’ School 10 MayWirral Grammar School 27 JuneWisbech Grammar School 2 MayWisbech Town CC (2 days) 10 AprilWokingham CC 7 JuneWolverhampton CC 31 JulyWoodbridge School 30 AprilWoodhouse Grove School 20 JuneWorksop College 12 JuneWorth School 21 AprilWraysbury CC 8 AugustWrekin College 1 JulyWycliffe College 20 JuneWyedean School 18 JuneWymondham College 19 June

Y The Yellowhammers CC 26 JulyYork & District Cricket League U21s 31 JulyThe Yorkshire Gentlemen’s CC (150th Anniversary) 7 AugustYorkshire Schools Cricket Association U19s 11 July


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MCC v WalesAt Lord’s, 22nd April. MCC won by 133 runs. Toss: MCC.

MCCE.R.Kilbee c Slade b Powell .....................................................................6J.R.Wade b Jones ...................................................................................6J.D.Russell b Jenkins ..........................................................................105†M.J.Chilton c Smith b Jenkins ..............................................................82D.D.Cherry c sub b Jones ......................................................................65S.J.Franke-Matthecka c Slade b Jones ...................................................7*F.R.H.John not out .................................................................................6A.J.Thomas not out ................................................................................5 Extras 17

(6 wkts, 50 overs) 2991/12 2/27 3/178 4/268 5/287 6/287C.A.Barrett, S.D.Hume, T.Van Noort did not batBowling: Powell 10-2-28-1, Jones 10-2-36-3, Smith 6 1 34 0, Fisher 10-0-78-0, Jenkins 9 0 70 2, Thomas 5-0-46-0

WALESJ.M.Davies b van Noort ...........................................................................0I.J.Thomas lbw b Barrett ........................................................................36L.A.Smith lbw b Barrett ..........................................................................14†A.W.Evans c Thomas b Franke-Matthecka ..............................................55S.E.Morris b Franke-Matthecka ...............................................................25A.J.Beasley lbw b Franke-Matthecka .........................................................4M.J.Fisher c Cherry b Hume .....................................................................4*G.Slade c John b Franke-Matthecka .........................................................0P.E.Jenkins c John b Van Noort ................................................................2H.W.Powell lbw b Thomas .....................................................................12M.Jones not out ......................................................................................1 Extras 13

(36.3 overs) 1661/0 2/29 3/67 4/143 5/140 6/148 7/149 8/152 9/152 10/166Bowling: Van Noort 8-1-40-3, Barrett 7-1-29-2, Thomas 6.3-0-55-1, Franke-Matthecka 7-1-25-4, Hume 8-2-14-1

MCC v JAPANOn the Nursery Ground, Lord’s, 28th April. MCC won by 106 runs. Toss: MCC.

MCCW.J.House c Ogawa b Hagihara ..............................................................25†R.J.Turner c Miyaji b Taniyama ............................................................111M.R.Tipping lbw b Miyaji .........................................................................1T.Webley c Hagihara b Miyaji...................................................................72J.R.Irvine-Fortescue c Miyaji b Hagihara ..................................................9C.D.Gange c Chino b Hagihara ...............................................................19*I.C.Hampshire not out............................................................................1 Extras 12

(6 wkts, 50 overs) 2501/39 2/45 3/205 4/217 5/244 6/250M.R.Dennington, C.E.H.Hopkins, A.P.Clarke, N.D.C.Brand did not bat

Bowling: Hagihara 8.1-0-41-3, Takada 8-1-27-0, Taniyama 10-0-70-1, Miyaji 10-0-33-2, Nakano 5-0-42-0, Ogawa 5-0-31-0.

JAPANMasaomi Kobayashi c Turner b Hopkins ................................................18Naotsune Miyaji c Gange b Dennington ..................................................12Seiji Sugiura b Hopkins ...........................................................................9†*Tatsuro Chino b Brand .......................................................................24Kazuyuki Ogawa c Clarke b Brand ...........................................................0Takuro Hagihara c Irvine-Fortescue b Clarke ..............................................3Makoto Taniyama b Clarke ......................................................................8Tsuyoshi Takada c Irvine-Fortescue b Hampshire .....................................45Satoshi Nakano b Hampshire ..................................................................5Yoshitaka Uehara b Clarke ....................................................................13Shohei Ogawa not out ............................................................................3 Extras 4

(37.3 overs) 1441/15 2/39 3/44 4/50 5/68 6/78 7/78 8/91 9/124 10/144Bowling: Dennington 7-1-29-1, Hopkins 6-2-19-2, Brand 8-1-20-2, Clarke 12-2-52-3, Hampshire 4.3-0-24-2.

S E C R E TA RY ’ S M ATC H E S

A CROWD OF MORE THAN 1,000 WATCHED MCC TAKE ON JAPAN IN MAY


MCC v CARDIFF MCCU (50 overs)At Croesyceilliog CC, Gwent, 29th April. MCC lost by 69 runs. Toss: Cardiff MCCU.

CARDIFF MCCUA.Miles lbw b Barrett ................................................................................1J.Libby lbw b Turner ..............................................................................27A.Dyson c Turner b Alleyne ...................................................................100S.Mount c Bedbrook b Holmes ...............................................................62C.Stone c Bedbrook b Holmes ................................................................28L.Burns st Spencer b Holmes ....................................................................1†*J.Hendrickson c Akram b Alleyne ..........................................................5J.Gaffney not out ..................................................................................14O.Morgan c Holmes b Ellis-Grewal ............................................................0 Extras 28

(8 wkts, 50 overs) 2661/12 2/49 3/187 4/238 5/247 6/247 7/253 8/253J.Denning, R.Adams did not bat

Bowling: Barrett 10-2-39-1, Bedbrook 10-0-40-0, Turner 3-0-21-1, Walker 5-0-32-0, Ellis-Grewal 10-1-59-1, Alleyne 8-0-35-2, Holmes 4-1-33-3.

MCCA.Akram c Hendrickson b Miles ...............................................................33C.L.Lawlor c Miles b Adams ...................................................................10†A.C.Spencer st Hendrickson b Morgan ....................................................4G.Sullivan c Stone b Burns .....................................................................16C.Walker c and b Morgan .......................................................................63G.Holmes c Stone b Burns .......................................................................9*M.Alleyne st Hendrickson b Gaffney .........................................................0C.A.Barrett c Hendrickson b Morgan .......................................................31R.D.Bedbrook b Morgan .........................................................................4J.S.E.Ellis-Grewal not out .....................................................................10T.D.Turner b Denning ...............................................................................0 Extras 17

(44.4 overs) 1971/43 2/55 3/55 4/98 5/120 6/125 7/172 8/179 9/188 10/197Bowling: J.Denning 7.4-1-32-1, Adams 8-0-27-1, Morgan 10-2-30-4, Miles 6-2-17-1, Burns 5-0-31-2, Gaffney 5-0-35-1, Dyson 3-0-19-0.

MCC v MCC YOUNG CRICKETERSAt Lord’s, 1st May. MCC lost by 108 runs. Toss: MCC Young Cricketers.

MCC YOUNG CRICKETERS†S.W.Poynter lbw b Cousins ....................................................................4C.D.Piesley c Dutch b Cousins ...............................................................34W.T.Root c Snell b Cousins .....................................................................19G.Clark c Alleyne b Wigley ......................................................................83A.J.Hose c Dutch b Cousins .....................................................................0*S.S.McKechnie c Alleyne b Wigley ........................................................62J.N.J.Rollings not out ...........................................................................33S.C.Getkate b Wigley ............................................................................13D.O.D.Hampton b Wigley ........................................................................1A.M.Dobb st Snell b Dutch .......................................................................0J.A.Porter not out....................................................................................0 Extras 13

(9 wkts, 50 overs) 2621/11 2/55 3/67 4/79 5/212 6/212 7/240 8/242 9/243Bowling: Cousins 10-1-31-4, Batty 6-0-35-0, Wigley 9 0 62-4, Alleyne 7-1-24-0, Dutch 10 0 49-1, Atherton 6-0-36-0, Buttleman 2 0-19-0

MCCD.P.Rodgers c Hose b Hampton .............................................................16*S.D.Snell c Poynter b Rollings ...............................................................26J.E.L.Buttleman b Hampton ..................................................................30†K.P.Dutch b Root ................................................................................30M.W.Alleyne lbw b Hose ........................................................................18M.E.Root b Hose ....................................................................................3D.H.Wigley b Hose ..................................................................................4

G.W.Batty not out ...................................................................................4S.J.Atherton b Rollings ............................................................................0D.M.Cousins lbw b Rollings .....................................................................0M.J.Eyles absent ......................................................................................- Extras 23

(9 wkts, 39.5 overs) 1541/46 2/54 3/106 4/132 5/143 6/146 7/151 8/154 9/154Bowling: Getkate 6-0-23-0, Porter 6-0-23-0, Rollings 4.5 0 21-3, Hampton 7-0-26-2, Dobb 6 0-25-0, Hose 6-3-15-3, Root 4-0-15-1

MCC v IRELAND “A”At Stormont, 8, 9, 10 May. Match abandoned as a draw. Toss: MCC.

MCCR.Strydom c Thompson b Eagleston .........................................................2J.D.Russell not out ................................................................................67R.R.Watson c McBrine b Eaglestone .........................................................0C.T.Perren c Anderson b Easglestone ......................................................77S.P. Naylor c McAllister b Sorensen ...........................................................3*M.J.Brown c McAllister b Thompson ........................................................0S.D.Burge c Anderson b Richardson ..........................................................3†R.E.Arthur not out .................................................................................4 Extras 38

(6 wkts, dec) 1941/13 2/15 3/164 4/169 5/170 6/179D.M.Cousins, T.H.Kopelman, J.Morrissey did not bat

Bowling: Sorensen 15-3-44-1, Eaglestone 14-2-26-3, S.R.Thompson 16-0-53-1, Richardson 9-0-28-1, McBrine 2-0-14-0.

IRELAND “A”C.Dougherty c Strydom b Kopelman .......................................................24B.J.Ackland c Perren b Cousins................................................................2J.Anderson c Arthur b Morrissey .............................................................42*J.N.K.Shannon not out ........................................................................15L.T.Nelson not out ...................................................................................9 Extras 5

(3 wkts) 971/17 2/45 3/83M.C.Sorensen, S.R.Thompson, P.S.Eaglestone, F.McAllister, A.McBrine, E.J.Richardson did not bat

Bowling: Cousins 6-1-16-1, Morrissey 8-1-21-1, Strydom 4-0-23-0, Kopelman 7-2-20-1, Naylor 6-1-16-0.

GRAHAM CLARK SCORED 83 FOR MCC YOUNG CRICKETERS


MCC v COMBINED SERVICES CC (20 overs)At Aldershot, 14 May. MCC lost by 8 wickets. Toss: Combined Services CC.

MCCA.A.Duncan run out.................................................................................3H.Horsley b Morris ................................................................................22E.J.A.Lowe c Massey by Boynton ...........................................................30O.G.K.Howick c Parker b Boynton ..........................................................21J.J.McLean c Wray b Morris ...................................................................13H.E.Smallwood not out .........................................................................15†S.D.J.Burge not out ............................................................................25 Extras 5

(5 wkts, 20 overs) 1341/3 2/43 3/72 4/87 5/96T.W.W. Rash, M.L. Creese, C.A. Barrett, *A. Akram did not bat

Bowling: Parker 4-0-19-0, Varley 2-0-16-0, Morris 4-0-36-2, Magee 2-0-17-0, Prinsloo 4-0-12-0, Boynton 4-0-29-2.

COMBINED SERVICES CCD.Webb not out .....................................................................................75B.Varley b Horsley .................................................................................17*M.S.Compton run out (Burge) ...............................................................15I.Massey not out ...................................................................................20 Extras 11

(2 wkts. 14.1 overs) 1381/33 2/83R.T.Magee, A.M.Fisher, J.D.Boynton, S.Morris, J.D.Parker, †J.A.Wray, J.Prinsloo

Bowling: Rash 2-0-15-0, Barrett 3-0-27-0, Horsley 2-0-12-1, Duncan 2-0-18-0, Creese, 3.1-0-27-0, Smallwood 2-0-33-0.

MCC v LOUGHBOROUGH MCCU (50 overs)At Loughborough University, 20 May. MCC won by 55 runs. Toss: MCC.

MCCJ.D.Russell c O’Nien b Sturter ................................................................33M.E.Cassar lbw b Riley ..........................................................................84T.Scollay c Lowen b Soilleux .....................................................................3*C.T.Perren lbw b Soilleux ........................................................................4†P.A.Nixon c Karim b Capel ....................................................................38K.P.Dutch b Nugent .................................................................................8D.J.Adams c Karim b Soilleux ...................................................................8K.A.Parsons st Karim b Riley ....................................................................1M.J.Deane c Nugent b Sturmer...............................................................12J.S.E.Ellis-Grewal b Sturmer ...................................................................7 Extras 32

(49.5 overs) 2591/56 2/70 3/150 5/192 6/197 7/202 8/211 9/242 10/259T.Mees did not bat

Bowling: Nugent 10-0-51-1, Sturmer 8.5-0-52-3, Soilleux 9-0-45-3, Scott-Williams 6-1-13-0, Riley 10-0-48-2, Capel 6-0-41-1.LOUGHBOROUGH MCCUPatel b Parsons .......................................................................................0†Karim c Russell b Mees ..........................................................................4O’Nien c Nixon b Deane .........................................................................39Baker lbw b Ellis-Grewal .........................................................................24Cornick c Dutch b Dean ...........................................................................4Lowen run out .......................................................................................54Soilleux c Nixon b Deane ........................................................................20Sturmer lbw b Scollay ............................................................................10Nugent c and b Mees .............................................................................20*Riley c Cassar b Adams .........................................................................17Capel not out ..........................................................................................0 Extras 12

(10 wickets, 45.2 overs) 2041/2 2/27 3/75 4/79 5/80 6/131 7/144 8/180 9/204 10/204Bowling: Parsons 7-0-30-1, Mees 7.2-1-25-2, Deane 10-1-44-3, Ellis-Grewal 8-0-29-1, Scollay 7-0-42-1, Adams 6-0-34-1.

MCC v LEEDS/BRADFORD MCCUAt Weetwood, Leeds, 24 May. Match abandoned.MCC: T.C.Drummond*, R.Atkins, T.E.J.Cooper, O.J.Davey, T.H.Kopelman, W.Kylander, W.Morrick, S.P.Naylor, D.J.F.Shuffe, W.R.G.Vanderspar, A.C.Williamson

MCC v MINOR COUNTIES CRICKET ASSOCIATION (50 overs)At Sidmouth CC, Devon, 30 May. MCC lost by 8 wickets. Toss: MCC.

MCCT.P.H.Hughes c Thompson b Hindmarch ..............................................0A.S.T.West b Bess ...............................................................................86T.E.Scollay c Thompson b Syddall ......................................................30C.D.Gange c Park b Bess .....................................................................9R.J.Holman c Thompson b Hindmarch ...............................................37C.A.M.Walker b Hindmarch ...................................................................5W.Kylander c Thompson b Hindmarch ...............................................10†*R.J.Turner not out ............................................................................12A.R.Caddick b Hindmarch .....................................................................9G.Bulpitt not out ....................................................................................3 Extras 16

(8 wkts, 50 overs) 2171/8 2/26 3/70 4/162 5/174 6/183 7/193 8/210G.C.Cave did not bat

Bowling: Hindmarch 10-1-46-5, Syddall 10-2-29-1, Bess 10-2-30-2, G.T.Park 8-0-46-0, Tripathi 10-0-45-0, S.M.Park 2-0-13-0.

MINOR COUNTIES CAC.M.Park c and b Scollay .......................................................................84J.R.Levitt c Turner b Caddick ..................................................................56G.T.Park not out ....................................................................................52J.J.Bess not out ......................................................................................8 Extras 20

(2 wkts, 41.1 overs) 2201/111†S.M.Park, *M.W.Thompson, A.J.Syddall, P.R.Hindmarch, A.J.Norman, J.J.Bess, L.F.O.Bass, B.Tripathi did not batBowling: Caddick 8-0-48-1, Cave 7-0-54-0, Kylander 9-0-38-0, Bulpitt 10-1-28-0, Scollay 7.4-0-41-1.

MCC v OXFORD UNIVERSITY CCIn The Parks, 3,4,5 June. MCC won by 6 wickets. Toss: Oxford University CC.

OXFORD UNIVERSITY CCJ.D.Z.W.Holt c Sharma b Barrett ................. 2 – lbw b Horsley ...................0A.D.J.Kennedy c Eyles b Horsley .............. 35 – lbw b Pascoe .................59†B.Williams c Cooper b Barrett ................. 52 – lbw b Barrett ..................12M.J.Winter not out .................................. 53 – st Cooper b Pascoe ........65*J.M.Davies lbw b Barrett .......................... 0 – run out ..........................42A.T.Martin lbw b Horsley ............................ 7 – lbw b Barrett ....................4S.J.Cato lbw b Wakefield ......................... 15 – not out ..........................18C.P.Ellison b Wakefield............................... 8 – c Eyles b Pascoe ............11D.A.Gordon lbw b Wakefield ...................... 4 – dnb ..................................M.J.L.Kidd c Eyles b Horsley ...................... 1 – dnb ..................................S.V.S.Mylvarapu run out ........................... 0 – dnb ..................................S.S.Agarwal ............................................... – lbw b Pascoe .................33 Extras 20 Extras 14

197 (8 wkts, dec) 2581/5 2/67 3/100 4/100 5/115 6/149 7/172 8/189 9/196 10/1971/10 2/34 3/147 4/148 5/148 6/222 7/227 8/258Bowling: First Innings – Wakefield 12-1-33-2, Barrett 16.2-3-55-3, Sharma 5-0-19-0, Horsley 20-8-54-0, Pascoe 22-9-54-0 Second Innings – Wakefield 15-2-74-0, Barrett 12-2-33-2, Pascoe 26.4-7-73-4, Horsley 23-6-50-1, Corbett 1-0-11-0, Walker 1-0-11-0.MCCM.J.Eyles b Ellison ................................ 10 – b Mylavarapu .................44L.C.Paternott c Davies b Gordon ................ 0 – c Agarwal b Kidd ............17C.A.M.Walker lbw b Ellison ...................... 37 – st Kennedy b Mylavarapu . 104*L.R.F.Stoughton c Davies b Kidd ............... 5 – b Mylavarapu ..............17


R.Sharma c and b Agarwal ....................... 21 – not out ........................12H.Horsley b Ellison .................................. 64 – S.T.Corbett lbw b Kidd ............................ 19 – C.A.Barrett lbw b Mylavarapu ................... 44 – not out ........................12†T.E.J.Cooper c Williams b Mylavarapu ..... 10D.C.Pascoe not out ................................ 14J.K.M.Wakefield b Kidd ............................ 2 Extras 18 Extras 6

244 (4 wkts) 2121/7 2/11 3/39 4/65 5/90 6/139 7/191 8/204 9/227 10/2441/21 2/156 3/179 4/192 Bowling: First Innings – Ellison 16-4-36-3, Gordon 14-4-48-1, Kidd 15.5-1-45-3, Williams 7-0-28-0, Agarwal 7-2-28-0, Mylavarapu 20-7-47-2, Cato 7-2-18-0. Second Innings – Kidd 7-2-22-1, Williams 3-0-17-0, Agarwal 9-0-58-0, Gordon 2-0-21-0, Cato 6.2-0-39-0, Mylavarapu 10-3-49-3

MCC v DURHAM MCCU

At the Racecourse Ground, June 12,13,14. MCC won by 9 wickets. Toss: Durham MCCU.

MCCC.P.Watling c Page b Liddiard ................... 67 – T.Lambert c Maddock-Jones b Liddiard ..... 64 – c Maddock-Jones b Liddiard ..14W.Kylander c Cummins b Henry ............... 76 – M.Payne b Lomas ................................... 58 – O.J.Davey c and b Liddiard ..................... 24 – not out ............................7N.D.Anderson not out ............................. 15 – not out ..........................10 Extras 7 Extras 0

(5 wkts, dec) 311 (1 wkt) 311/129 2/156 3/268 4/276 5/3111/22L.A.Blackaby, †R.E.Arthur, J.Bothma, M.D.Hunn, *M.R.Dixon did not bat

Bowling: First Innings – Green 7-2-20-0, Liddiard 18.4-3-54-3, Gribbell 13-0-50-0, Shah 10-2-22-0, Lomas 24-2-91-1, Henry 14-0-71-1. Second Innings – T.Liddiard 2-0-17-1, Gribbell 2-0-14-0.

DURHAM UNIVERSITY CCM.Goss c Arthur b Bothma ......................... 0 – c Watling b Bothma ........61O.Davies b Bothma ................................... 0 – lbw b Payne ...................78M.Henry c Arthur b Hunn ........................... 1 – b Bothma ......................11S.Page c Kylander b Hunn .......................... 1 – c Kylander b Payne .........10M.Cummins b Bothma .............................. 4 – b Bothma ........................6J.Maddock-Jones c Arthur b Bothma......... 2 – st Arthur b Payne ............75J.Lomas c Arthur b Bothma ........................ 2 – c Arthur b Bothma ..........41T.Liddiard c Anderson b Bothma ................. 5 – b Dixon ...........................9R.Gribbell b Hunn ..................................... 0 – not out ............................1M.Green not out ........................................ 0 – c Arthur b Payne .............1A.Shah absent............................................. – absent .............................. Extras 5 Extras 28

20 3211/0 2/1 3/2 4/7 5/13 6/15 7/15 8/16 9/20 10/201/140 2/166 3/177 4/189 5/189 6/245 7/259 8/319 9/321 10/321

The University’s decision to ask MCC to bat, based on the green pitch and overcast conditions, looked in hindsight to have been an error, as each of the Club’s top four scored half-centuries, allowing a declaration at 311 for 5. MCC then made inroads in the last session of the first day and on day two, the opening attack of Bothma and Hunn continued where they had left off, proving too good for the home side, who were bowled out for 20. MCC enforced the follow-on, but rested Bothma and Hunn and the University made a better fist of their second innings. Off-spinner Payne wheeled away from one end and after he made the breakthrough, wickets fell regularly. Four wickets each for Payne and Bothma meant only 31 runs were needed by MCC in their second innings, which they achieved for the loss of one wicket.

Matt Dixon

MCC v SCOTLAND DEVELOPMENT XIAt Stirling CC, 18,19,20 June. MCC won by 51 runs. Toss: MCC.

MCCT.J.W.Finzel b Chalmers ........................... 57 – absent injured .......................J.M.Overy c Gosan b Chalmers................... 2 – c McCraw b Edwards ......55R.J.Cross c Baum b Chalmers .................... 5 – b Gosain ...........................27C.E.Zhuwao b Edwards ........................... 26 – c Chalmers b Umeed ........6G.I.Maiden c McCraw b Main ................... 30 – lbw b Umeed ...................... 1D.S.Miller not out .................................. 106 – c McCraw b Alexander ....61H.Horsley c Chalmers b English ................ 31 – run out ............................4†J.A.M.Kerr not out................................. 51 – b Alexander .....................8C.A.Barrett ................................................. – c Chalmers b Edwards ....35*Ajaz Akhtar ............................................... – not out ............................1P.R.George ................................................. – b Chalmers ....................10 Extras 27 Extras 9

(6 wkts, dec) 335 2171/56 2/74 3/92 4/120 5/168 6/2411/81 2/103 3/112 4/119 5/184 6/197 7/205 8/215 9/217 10/217Bowling: First Innings – Main 14-1-66-1, Alexander 12-0-33-0, Chalmers 14-2-72-3, Edwards 11-3-52-1, Gosain 17-0-68-0, English 4-0-19-1, McCraw 4-0-15-0. Second Innings – Main 7-0-20-0, Alexander 7-0-38-2, Chalmers 8-0-33-1, Edwards 18-2-41-2, Gosain 12-1-50-1, Umeed 5-0-33-2.

SCOTLAND DEVELOPMENT XIA.R.I.Umeed lbw b Barrett ......................... 1 – c Kerr b George ...............6*R.E.McCraw c Cross b George ................. 2 – c Kerr b Barrett ................3H.J.W.Gardiner c Kerr b Barrett .................. 2 – c Overy b Barrett ............73E.F.Chalmers c Kerr b Akhtar ................... 84 – c Miller b George ..............0J.R.Edwards lbw b Zhuwao ..................... 18 – lbw b Zhuwao ................33M.M.English b Miller ............................... 23 – lbw b Maiden .................21K.W.Stirling c Kerr b Zhuwao ...................... 8 – b Barrett ........................76A.J.L.Baum not out ................................. 53 – lbw b George ...................4G.T.Main c Kerr b Barrett ............................ 8 – b Zhuwao ......................20N.S.Alexander c and b Akhtar .................... 2 – c George b Miller ..............0C.Gosain c Kerr b George .......................... 0 – not out ............................3 Extras 25 Extras 36

226 2751/1 2/3 3/10 4/52 5/114 6/147 7/151 8/165 9-/190 10/2261/13 2/14 3/25 4/107 5-/140 6/168 7/176 8/248 9/255 10/275Bowling: First Innings – George 12.4-1-59-2, Barrett 16-3-56-3, Zhuwao 8-0-40-2, Horsley 9-2-33-0, Miller 5-0-14-1, Akhtar 11-2-16-2. Second Innings – George 13-2-34-3, Barrett 12.3-2-35-3, Miller 8-1-43-1, Maiden 15-3-63-1, Akhtar 5-1-22-0, Horsley 5-1-17-0, Zhuwao 19-5-38-2.

A fierce contest between MCC and the best Scottish youngsters took place alongside the wonderful setting of Stirling Castle, with the Wallace Monument in the background. Finzel played beautifully for MCC to score 57 runs on a tricky track, marred by the later discovery that he had broken his hand after receiving a rising ball. The outstanding innings, though, was played by Sydney Grade cricketer Miller, who used his feet well against the spinners to accumulate 106*. Miller was joined by local legend Kerr, who showed an array of sweep shots to add 51* in quick time. Replying to the Club’s 335 for 6 declared, the young Scottish team showed excellent commitment and courage to reach 226 all out. The highlight of their innings was a fantastic 84 from Chalmers, who played the quick bowling superbly. Australian George and South African Barrett bowled with real pace and took five wickets between them, after which Akhtar managed to sneak in to pick up 2 for 16 from 11 overs.

The Club’s second innings of 217 featured a quick-fire 55 from Overy and Miller added another 61 runs to his first innings tally. The Scottish bowlers stuck to their task well, especially left-arm spinner Gosain, who finished with 1 for 50 from 12 overs. Having been set 327 from a minimum of 87 overs, it was a wonderful effort from the youngsters to finish just 52 short with only eight overs remaining. Gardiner contributed a classy 73 but the real fireworks came from Stirling, who smashed 76. In the end, however, MCC’s bowlers proved too good, with George and Barrett taking another six wickets between them and Zimbabwean international Zhuwao picking up 2 for 38 with his high-class left-arm spin.

Ajaz Akhtar


MCC v CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY CCAt Fenner’s, Cambridge 26,27,28 June. Match abandoned. Toss: MCC.

MCC*A.Akram lbw b Sadler ............................... 0A.Ashok lbw b Sadler .............................. 11 – c Hearne b Sadler ...........26K.Pearson b Sadler ................................ 29 – A.C.Blizzard c Ansari b Pollock ................ 31 – T.P.S.Hughes c Joyce b Sadler ................... 7 – not out ..........................37W.R.G.Leith b Wylie ................................ 70 – B.D.Shepperson c Joyce b Sadler.......... 167 – †A.T.Martin not out ................................. 55 – not out ............................4E.Bekker .................................................. 1 – Extras 15 Extras 0

(7 wkts, dec) 386 (1 wkt) 671/5 2/16 3/60 4/82 5/87 6/258 7/370J.G.Hoddle, G.G.Read did not bat

Bowling: First Innings - Sadler 20-2-114-5, Pollock 14-3-47-1, Wylie 20-5-101-1, Bath 15-2-78-0, Ansari 4-0-28-0, Seneratne 1-0-9-0 Second Innings – Probert 7-0-24-0, Pollock 4-0-15-0, Sadler 4-0-28-1

CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY CCP.H.Hughes lbw b Hoddle ......................................................................27A.G.Hearne c Martin b Bekker ..................................................................5A.S.Ansari c Bekker b Shepperson .......................................................121T.C.Elliott c Akram b Ashok.....................................................................50M.E.Carson ret out................................................................................28B.A.Wylie c Akram b Pearson .................................................................13†J.L.Joyce not out ................................................................................14A.W.Pollock c Pearson b Shepperson ......................................................19*P.T.Sadler not out ..................................................................................1 Extras 25

(7 wkts, dec) 3221/33 2/42 3/53 4/192 4*/251 5/282 6/291 7/317E.R.Bath, T.J.W.Probert did not bat

Bowling: Hoddle 16-4-68-2, Bekker 15-2-69-1, Read 12-1-41-0, Shepperson 12-1-51-2, Ashok 10-0-44-1, Pearson 11-2-37-1

The first session belonged to Cambridge’s bowlers and at 87 for 5, a solid response was required from MCC. All three probationers contributed, with Shepperson scoring an athletic 167. Cambridge replied with 322 for 8, with Ansari scoring a solid hundred. A few overs after lunch on the second day, MCC were 67 for 1, but the last four sessions were washed out and ruined a great game of cricket.

Arfan Akram

MCC LONDON SOUTH v MCC HOME COUNTIES

At Lord’s, 1st July. MCC Home Counties won by 16 runs. Toss: MCC London South.

MCC HOME COUNTIESD.A.Shaw lbw b Sharpe .........................................................................17D.C.L.Beynon c Offer b Sharpe ................................................................5T.Alam c Blizzard b Swift .........................................................................42N.Patel lbw b Sharpe ...............................................................................2S.Butt lbw b Evans ................................................................................19J.D.H.Griffiths b Swift .............................................................................0†Dr.S.S.Patel b Hunt .............................................................................38N.D.Bruce c and b Evans .........................................................................0*A.C.Davis not out.................................................................................26D.A.Atkinson c Swift b Hunt .....................................................................0M.M.Rajabali c Khan b Swift ..................................................................10 Extras 23

(10 wkts) 1821/9 2/59 3/73 4/77 5/81 6/126 7/132 8/153 9/153 10/182Bowling: Sharpe 11-4-23-3, Swift 11.3-1-55-3, Khan 4 0 24-0, Patel 14-4-40-0, Evans 3-2-5-2, Hunt 5 2 24-2, Potter 3-1-4-0

MCC LONDON SOUTHP.J.Furner c sub n N.Patel ......................................................................16†C.Offer c Beynon b Shaw .....................................................................21A.J.Potter c Davis b Bruce .....................................................................42C.J.S.Evans lbw b S.S.Patel .....................................................................5J.A.Woollhead c Beynon b Rajabali .........................................................13N.J.Hunt c Alam b Shaw ........................................................................30*D.J.M.Blizzard c Beynon b N.Patel ........................................................17P.M.Swift st Davis b N.Patel ......................................................................5O.Khan lbw b N.Patel ...............................................................................1T.J.Sharpe run out...................................................................................1Dr.H.Patel not out ...................................................................................0 Extras 15

(10 wkts) 1661/32 2/60 3/69 4/91 5/120 6/155 7/161 8/164 9/166 10/166Bowling: Shaw 10-1-30-2, Atkinson 9-2-23-0, N.Patel 13.5 2-48-4, S.S.Patel 3-0-8-1, Rajabali 8 0 28 1, Bruce 4-0-16-1

MCC v MIDLANDS CLUB CRICKET CONFERENCE

At Lord’s, 2nd July. MCC lost by 3 wickets. Toss: Midlands Club Cricket Conference.

MCCM.D.R.Sutliff c Mellor b Chishti .................................................................0M.E.Cassar c Mellor b Azam ..................................................................44E.C.Ballard c Mellor b Broughton ............................................................30A.G.Rennison c Chishti b Broughton .......................................................25A.K.Durgacharan c and b Diwan ..............................................................1*B.J.M.Scott not out .............................................................................74†W.J.House c Hussain b Broughton ......................................................108D.C.Pascoe not out ................................................................................5 Extras 18

(6 wkts, 50 overs) 3051/0 2/58 3/102 4/105 5/109 6/287T.W.W.Rash, T.Mees, K.J.Dean did not bat

Bowling: Chishti 9-1-67-1, Bowker 9-3-54-0, Hussain 9 1 57-0, Broughton 8-1-46-3, Diwan 10 1 36 1, Azam 5-0-36 1

MIDLANDS CLUB CRICKET CONFERENCE*A.Mellor lbw b Rash .............................................................................57J.Middleton c House b Pascoe ...............................................................31Mohammad Istiaq c Scott b Dean .........................................................86Rana Hassan st Scott b Pascoe .............................................................17†Laeq Chishti b Rash ............................................................................42T.Wright c Dean b Ballard .......................................................................44Kuldip Diwan c Sutliff b Mees ..................................................................6M.Hussain not out...................................................................................1Maroof Azam not out ..............................................................................1 Extras 21

(7 wkts, 49.5 overs) 3061/88 2/102 3/149 4/225 5/291 6/297 7/305J.Bowker, D.Broughton did not bat

Bowling: Mees 10-1-64-1, Dean 9.5-0-58-1, Pascoe 10 0 41-2, Rash 10-0-63-2, Ballard 5 0 34 1, Cassar 2-0-16-0, House 3 0 19 0

MCC v BRADMAN FOUNDATION XI (50 overs)

On the Nursery Ground, Lord’s, 5 July. MCC won by 40 runs. Toss: MCC.

MCCE.J.A.Lowe c and b Talbert .....................................................................17A.Akram c Griffith b Kerr ..........................................................................5A.Ashok st Crowley b Dagli ...................................................................115D.J.Adams not out ..............................................................................110J.J.McLean c Griffith b Kerr ...................................................................22†W.O.F.Howard not out ...........................................................................9 Extras 23

(4 wkts, 50 overs) 301


1/11 2/53 3/229 4/270*G.J.Rickman, G.Bulpitt, J.P.Dixon, G.G.Read, A.P.Woodward did not bat

Bowling: Kerr 7-0-30-2, Talbert 8-0-23-1, Griffith 8-1-53-0, C.Dean 7-0-6-0, Loader 4-0-30-0, A.Dean 3-0-47-0, Dagli 3-0-40-1

BRADMAN FOUNDATION XIM.Johns c Dixon b Read ..........................................................................6R.Haigh c Adams b Bulpitt ......................................................................53†J.Crowley c McLean b Bulpitt ...............................................................35A.Lowe lbw b Bulpitt ..............................................................................80*D.McPherson c McLean b Ashok ..........................................................37H.Kerr c McLean b Ashok .........................................................................8N.Dagli not out ......................................................................................20W.Loader c Dixon b Adams ......................................................................2A.Dean not out ......................................................................................10 Extras 9

(7 wkts, 50 overs) 2601/37 2/69 3/158 4/185 5/223 6/233 7/-239C.Dean, D.Talbert, G.Griffith did not bat

Bowling: Dixon 7-1-23-0, Read 6-2-24-1, Woodward 6-0-48-0, Bulpitt 8-0-58-3, Lowe 2-0-25-0, Rickman 2-0-21-0, Adams 5-0-26-1, Ashok 4-0-26-2

MCC v DUCHESS OF RUTLAND’S XI (40 overs)

At Knipton CC, Vale of Belvoir, 9 July. MCC won by 5 wickets. Toss: MCC.

DUCHESS OF RUTLAND’S XIR.A.McGregor c Gouldstone b Marquet ....................................................2P.J.Franks c Gouldstone b Cousins .........................................................27J.M.W.Dalrymple c Crawley b Marquet ...................................................22D.J.Adams c Dunn b Otway ...................................................................23*D.J.Bicknell st Turner b Dunn ................................................................34D.H.Wigley c Stewart b Dunn .................................................................37A.Du Beke b Hollins ................................................................................4†Cpl.L.Graham not out .........................................................................11P.M.Hutchison not out ............................................................................8 Extras 7 (7 wkts, 40 overs) 175

1/29 2/29 3/74 4/74 5/151 6/152 7/160T.A.Munton, J.O’Brien did not bat

Bowling: Cousins 6-1-16-1, Marquet 10-2-33-2, Otway 7-0-37-1, Dunn 10-2-54-2, Gouldstone 5-0-25-0, Hollins 2-1-4-1

MCCF.L.Stewart c Adams b Wigley ..................................................................4G.W.Ecclestone c Franks b Bicknell ........................................................49J.P.Crawley c Graham b Hutchison ...........................................................0M.A.Gouldstone not out .......................................................................66C.J.Hollins c Graham b Wigley ................................................................13†R.J.Turner c Graham b O’Brien ...............................................................1S.J.B.Livermore not out ........................................................................16 Extras 27

(5 wkts, 34.5 overs) 1761/9 2/27 3/107 4/153 5/154D.J.Otway, W.D.G.Dunn, D.M.Cousins, J.P.Marquet did not bat

Bowling: Hutchison 7-1-17-1, Wigley 9-0-40-2, Munton 5-1-24-0, Dalrymple 8-0-36-0, Bicknell 3-0-20-1, O’Brien 2-0-12-0, Du Beke 0.5-0-7-0.

THE CAPTAINS EXCHANGE TEAMSHEETS BEFORE THE TOSS AT BELVOIR

THE DUCHESS OF RUTLAND’S XI CELEBRATE A WICKET


A.Ferguson b Morton ............................................................................36M.Paterlini c Lewis b Shepperson ...........................................................56L.Paterlini c Overy b Barrett ....................................................................25P.Ferguson not out ................................................................................18*B.MacDermott c Pack b Lambert ............................................................5F.Duggan not out ....................................................................................9 Extras 30

(8 wkts, 50 overs) 2281/13 2/55 3/55 4/57 5/57 6/153 6/156 7/198 8/211A.Casime did not bat

Bowling: Barrett 10-0-38-1, Lukas 6-0-33-2, Lambert 9-0-45-1, Pack 10-5-22-1, Morton 6-1-34-1, Shepperson 9-0-48-1

MCC v CLUB CRICKET CONFERENCE (50 overs)

At High Wycombe CC, Bucks, 17 July. MCC lost by 7 wickets. Toss: MCC.

MCCA.C.Blizzard lbw b Granger ....................................................................11J.D.Russell c Willilams b Granger ............................................................20†A.T.D.Martin lbw b Granger ....................................................................0L.C.Ryan c Smith b Granger ...................................................................62D.M.Pratt b Smith ...................................................................................6R.J.Holman not out ...............................................................................88*S.S.Patel st Cruz b Smith ......................................................................18H.E.Smallwood run out (Hussain) .............................................................0A.A.Duncan run out (Hussain) ...................................................................0W.Morrick c Cramp b Granger ................................................................17H.Horsley not out ....................................................................................2 Extras 20

(9 wkts, 50 overs) 2451/23 2/23/3/37 4/69 5/146 6/187 7/191 8/192 9/236Bowling: Granger 10-0-52-5, Wharton 10-2-55-0, Smith 10-0-36-2, Sharath 10-1-50-0, Cramp 5-1-22-0, Patel 5-0-26-0

CLUB CRICKET CONFERENCEA.Williams c Martin b Horsley .................................................................23E.C.Ballard not out ..............................................................................143R.Wharton c Patel b Duncan ....................................................................3W.Hussain lbw b Ryan ...........................................................................21*M.Smith not out ...................................................................................38 Extras 18

(3 wkts, 47.5 overs) 2461/51 2/88 3/182†E.Cruz, J.Cramp, J.Granger, R.Sharath, M.Patel, E.Wharton did not bat

Bowling: Morrick 10-1-52-0, Horsley 8.5-0-53-1, Duncan 6-3-15-1, Ryan 10-0-55-1, Patel 4-0-17-0, Smallwood 9-0-44-0

MCC v MELBOURNE CC (50 overs)

At Lord’s, 23rd July. MCC won by 5 wickets. Toss: Melbourne CC.

MELBOURNE CCM.R.Begbie b Johnston ...........................................................................0†A.J.Kent c Stephenson b Johnston ..........................................................9A.R.Keath b Parsons ...............................................................................3P.A.Petricola lbw b Barrett .....................................................................18J.M.Huddart c Webley b Parsons ............................................................31L.G.K.Tonkin c Hanson b Barrett .............................................................12*D.N.Rowan c James b Ellis-Grewal ..........................................................7J.R.A.Bett b Johnston ...........................................................................22S.A.S.Sturrock c and b Stephenson ..........................................................7N.H.Quinn run out .................................................................................10A.C.Laragy not out ..................................................................................1 Extras 15

(42 overs) 135

1/0 2/3 3/18 4/34 5/58 6/75 7/104 8/118 9/129 10/135Bowling: Johnston 8-1-21-3, Parsons 9-1-41-2, Barrett 8 1 21-2, Ellis-Grewal 9-2-19-1, Stephenson 6 0 18 1, Jones 2-0-10-0

MCC v SINGAPORE CC (50 overs)

At Finchley CC, 16 July. MCC won by 50 runs. Toss: Singapore CC.

MCCM.S.Wade b Suresh ..............................................................................84M.H.James c Power b Paterson ................................................................3A.Geldenhuys b Paterson ........................................................................0†B.S.Scott c Border b Paterson ............................................................108N.D.Goh c Border b Suresh ......................................................................0I.I.Morton c Norney b Suresh ....................................................................0C.P.Watling c Simmons b Muruthi ...........................................................25I.Mohammed st Martin b Simmons .........................................................60T.L.Hemingway not out .........................................................................19T.M.Caviet c Murthui b Simmons ..............................................................6 Extras 21

(9 wkts, 50 overs) 3261/31 2/32 3/120 4/120 5/120 6/179 7/292 8/314 9/326*J.N.B.Bovill did not bat

Bowling: Paterson 9-0-88-3, Simmons 9-0-47-2, Suresh 10-0-52-3, Muruthi 10-2-50-1, Iyer 7-0-44-0, Power 4-0-33-0, Khushrushahi 1-0-4-0

SINGAPORE CCN.Dorney c Wade b Bovill .......................................................................23J.Muruthi b Bovill ..................................................................................32*D.Border c and b Goh ..........................................................................40S.Khushrushahi c Hemingway b Bovill ......................................................0B.Iyer c James b Hemingway ....................................................................0N.Power c Bovill b Mohammed ...............................................................31P.Muruthi b Hemingway .........................................................................54†A.Martin lbw b Hemingway ...................................................................11P.V.Simmons b Watling ..........................................................................23K.Suresh not out ...................................................................................22B.Paterson not out ................................................................................20 Extras 20

(9 wkts, 50 overs) 2761/49 2/76 3/88 4/100 5/102 6/256 7/189 8/208 9/241Bowling: Caviet 5-1-22-0, Morton 7-0-59-0, Goh 8-1-51-1, Bovill 6-3-16-3, Mohammed 6-0-26-1, Wade 4-0-17-0, Watling 5-0-20-1

MCC v ARGENTINA (50 overs)

At Merchant Taylor’s School, Northwood, 17 July. MCC won by 37 runs. Toss: MCC.

MCCA.Akram c Siri b L.Paterlini .......................................................................4J.M.Overy c Casme b Duggan ................................................................55†S.McKechnie c Savage b L.Paterlini ......................................................4B.D.Shepperson c Williams b Casime .....................................................15O.J.Clayson c Musiani b Casime...............................................................7S.J.Lambert c and b L.Paterlini ...............................................................52C.A.Barrett b L.Paterlini .........................................................................42T.Lukas c Siri b Duggan ..........................................................................25D.A.Lewis run out .................................................................................19I.S.Morton not out .................................................................................13R.J.Pack b Fennell ..................................................................................0 Extras 29

(48.9 overs) 2651/17 2/50 3/75 4/97 5/103 6/176 7/200 8/243 9/265 10/265Bowling: L.Paterlini 10-1-55-4, Duggan 8-0-59-2, Savage 0.3-0-5-0, Bruno 1.3-0-9-0, Casime 8-0-43-2, MacDermott 10-1-32-0, Musiani 4-0-21-0, Fennell 7.3-0-35-1

ARGENTINAH.Williams b Pack .................................................................................19P.Bruno b Lukas ......................................................................................3L.Musiani b Lukas .................................................................................27M.Siri run out ..........................................................................................0


1/45 2/73/3/184 4/222 5/243G.C.Cave, A.C.L.James, H.M.Khan, T.Van Noort did not bat

Bowling: Clark 14-3-52-1, Brooksbank 12-0-55-3, Lowe 6-1-19-0, Carroll 4-0-36-0, Mohammed 12-1-62-1, Smith 1-0-10-0

DUKE OF NORFOLK’S XIJ.Rowe c Pearson b Cave .........................................................................7M.Cooke c McLean b Khan ....................................................................52S.Clark run out (McLean) ..........................................................................0E.W.C.Gross not out .............................................................................62R.J.Barlow c and b Jones ........................................................................5E.J.A.Lowe not out ................................................................................33†T.Burton c Vanderspar b Cave .................................................................3I.Mohammed not out ............................................................................65 Extras 10

(6 wkts) 237

1/26 2/28 388 4/103 5/140 6/145G.S.Brooksbank, A.Carroll, *A.Smith did not bat

Bowling: Cave 9-0-36-2, Van Noort 10-1-44-0, James 8-0-49-0, Khan 9-1-56-1, Jones 6-0-35-1, Pearson 3-1-15-1

MCC v CRICKETERS’ CLUB OF NEW SOUTH WALES

On the Nursery Ground, Lord’s, 31 July. MCC won by 111 runs. Toss: MCC.

MCCR.E.Toohey run out (Wood).......................................................................1T.A.Simpson c Gale b Saady ..................................................................31J.I.W.Gatting c Gale b McCallum ..............................................................2M.J.W.Wright c Crooks b Brooks ..........................................................124J.R.Wade b Byrnes ................................................................................40N.Patel b Birchall ...................................................................................12†K.A.Lock run out (Birchall) ......................................................................7G.E.Fisher not out ...................................................................................9 Extras 7


1/2 2/13 3/77 4/152 5/216 6/218 7/233A.C.L.James, J.S.Smith, *F.L.Jarvis did not bat

Bowling: McCallum 6-1-37-1, Crooks 3-0-11-0, Saady 7-0-62-1, Palmer 6-1-25-0, Byrnes 4-0-46-1, Brooks 4-0-33-1, Birchall 2-0-14-1

CRICKETERS’ CLUB OF NEW SOUTH WALESR.Bevilacqua c Patel b Fisher .................................................................38S.Birchall b Smith .................................................................................33T.Robertson b Gatting ...........................................................................22N.Saady c Lock b Gatting .........................................................................3D.Byrnes lbw b Fisher ..............................................................................0*G.Brooks lbw b Gatting ........................................................................12A.Wood c Jarvis b Fisher ..........................................................................1†M.Gale lbw b Gatting .............................................................................4S.McCallum b Gatting .............................................................................0C.Palmer b Gatting ..................................................................................0P.Crooks not out .....................................................................................0 Extras 9

(22.5 overs) 122

1/49 2/86 3/92 4/93 5/109 6/117 7/121 8/121 9/121 10/122Bowling: James 6-1-39-0, Smith 6-0-42-1, Gatting 5.5-1-16-6, Fisher 5-0-20-3

MCCG.D.James b Sturrock ...........................................................................29T.Webley c Rowan b Quinn .......................................................................3M.A.Gouldstone lbw b Sturrock .............................................................27W.S.Jones c Begbie b Sturrock .................................................................1J.C.D.Riches not out .............................................................................22†J.P.Stephenson c Rowan b Laragy .......................................................39*W.T.D.Hanson not out ............................................................................0 Extras 18

(5 wkts, 42.3 overs) 139

1/6 2/56 3/62 4/71 5/135C.A.Barrett, J.S.E.Ellis-Grewal, D.T.Johnston, T.W.Parsons did not bat

Bowling: Quinn 9-2-22-1, Laragy 4.3-1-23-1, Keath 8 0 34 0, Bett 9-0-26-0, Sturrock 9-3-16-3, Petricola 3-0-11-0

MCC v SYDNEY CRICKET GROUND TRUST XI (50 overs)

On the Nursery Ground, Lord’s, 26 July. MCC won by 6 wickets. Toss: Sydney Cricket Ground Trust XI.

SYDNEY CRICKET GROUND TRUST XIP.Booth c Bradshaw b Stoneman ...............................................................1M.Bradley b Mottram...............................................................................9S.M.Katich b Hose ................................................................................85*†B.Papworth b Mottram .........................................................................0J.Penrose c Bradshaw b Foster ................................................................6J.Boyle c Perren b Foster .......................................................................19B.Bye c and b Dixon ..............................................................................11A.Jones not out .....................................................................................36D.Robinson not out ...............................................................................43 Extras 8


1/4 2/14 3/18 4/32 5/62 6/115 7/141B.Kelly, M.Regan did not bat

Bowling: Stoneman 8-1-22-1, Mottram 7-4-24-2, Austin 10-1-46-0, Foster 8-1-36-2, Dixon 10-3-42-1, Hose 4-1-20-1, Perren 3-0-22-0

MCCT.P.S.Hughes c Papworth b Jones ..........................................................99N.D.Hicks c Katich b Jones ....................................................................20J.Steele c Jones b Robinson ...................................................................30A.Hose not out ......................................................................................27†R.Bradshaw st Papworth b Katich.........................................................31*C.T.Perren not out................................................................................11 Extras 2 (4 wkts, 36.3 overs) 2201/55 2/145 3/165 4/209J.E.Austin, P.J.Foster, M.R.Dixon S.A.Stoneman, W.J.Mottram did not bat

Bowling: Bye 8-0-45-0, Regan 5-1-22-0, Jones 10-3-35-2, Kelly 3-0-26-0, Robinson 6-0-45-1, Katich 3-0-30-1, Boyle 1.3-0-17-0

MCC v DUKE OF NORFOLK’S XI

At Arundel Castle, 28 July. Match drawn. Toss: Duke of Norfolk’s XI.

MCCM.J.Chilton b Mohammed ......................................................................98W.G.R.Vanderspar lbw b Brooksbank .....................................................16*J.J.McLean c Burton b Brooksbank .........................................................5W.S.Jones c Burton b Clark ....................................................................64W.I.Gifford not out .................................................................................43†R.D.A.Lammiman c Smith b Brooksbank ................................................6K.Pearson not out ...................................................................................0 Extras 11

(5 wkts, dec) 243

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MCC won by 4 wickets Toss: SCG XI

Sydney Cricket Ground Trust XI (R.Arnold 78) 230-8MCC (S.N.Hobson 58) 232-6MCC: A.S.Peebles*, D.Chippeck, P.M.Goulstone, N.D.Hicks, S.N.Hobson, M.C.K.Hodgson, T.G.Hodgson, N.W.Hurford, M.P.W.Jeh, M.I.King, N.Mohammed, Prof.J.Sutton

The home side won the toss at Sydney Cricket Ground with a small crowd in attendance. The SCG XI named three internationals in Corey Collymore, Chandika Hathurusingha and captain Russel Arnold, the latter anchoring the innings with 78 from 67 balls. The sharp leg-side stumping by captain Peebles off the bowling of Mohammed produced a round of knowledgeable applause from the builders at work on the new Noble, Bradman and Messenger stands.

Steve Hobson top-scored for MCC with a destructive 58 from 29 balls. Corey Collymore stood out for the home side with 1 for 8 from his six overs, as did A.Stewart, who won his place in the SCG XI at a charity auction and went home with 10* and the wicket of M.Hodgson in the last over of the game.

Phil Goulstone

v I Zingari (Australia) 10th February 2013

MCC won by 3 wickets

(revised target of 170 in 30 overs) Toss: I Zingari

I Zingari (Australia) (P.Booth 96, M.Bryant 73) 226-7MCC 172-7MCC: T.P.Hodgson*, A.Bigfield, T.A.Coleman, S.P.Farnsworth, P.M.Goulstone, N.D.Hicks, G.Newman, P.Pineo, J.D.Ricketts, D.Roughley, E.Watson

Camden Cricket Club is a quintessential Australian ground, situated on an old outbush sheep station: a great setting for an entertaining match against I Zingari (Australia). After losing the toss, MCC’s bowling was more disciplined and controlled than expected, given the general lack of match practice. A true wicket, fast outfield and boundaries that were short enough to be cleared regularly meant that IZ racked up a challenging total.

A storm at the interval threatened to end the game, but stopped just in time to manufacture a reduced-over chase. Duckworth/Lewis apps were being downloaded but an old-fashioned “Run rate plus a bit” negotiation resulted in MCC being asked to chase 170 from 30 overs, which felt like a tough challenge for a team with very little (read: no) T20 experience. Ed Watson, making his MCC debut, employed the “wickets-in-hand” philosophy, getting MCC off to a solid start. Phil Goulstone later injected some energy into the innings with a quick-fire 31. A steady loss of wickets, fading light and storms gathering meant a loss or abandoned game seemed likely. With 56 required from five overs, only two wickets remaining and in steady rain, Toby Coleman settled at the crease and the tough ask became a possibility. Eight runs were required from the last over, and a six into the pavilion off the third ball was a great way to end an enjoyable and competitive game of cricket.

Tim Hodgson

v Wisbech Town CC (2 days) 10th April


MCC (T.E.Ballard 73, G.G.Arblaster 111) 254-4 decand (T.W.Rash 50, B.Wylie 62) 207-2Wisbech Town CC (G.Freer 44, T.Bowers 45) 209-8 decand (D.Emmington 46, G.Freer 66, B.Wylie 3-74) 255-7MCC: P.Harvey*, G.G.Arblaster, T.E.Ballard, J.Bishop, J.Cade, J.Ellis-Grewal, T.Hodson, T.Probert, T.W.Rash, C.J.Wake, B.Wylie

On a surprisingly dry April wicket, MCC started positively with a high tempo provided by Terry Ballard. George Arblaster’s century was ably supported by Cameron Wake (42*). Wisbech posted 209-8 in 45 overs in response, with good performances from Freer and Bowers. The wickets were shared between Wylie, Ellis-Grewal and Wake, with two a piece, giving MCC a lead of 45 overnight.

On day two, MCC again batted well, but with bad weather looming and requiring time to get ten wickets, made a positive declaration 30 minutes after lunch on 195-2 from 38.4 overs. Wisbech reached their target in the fifty-eighth over, the threat of rain having subsided. Notable performances in the field for MCC came from Wylie (3 for 74) and Ellis-Grewal (3 for 41), but Freer’s match-winning 66 led the way for the home side.

Paul Harvey

v Bishop Luffa School 16th April

Match drawn Toss: MCC

MCC (J.R.Goode 48, A.D.Edwards 100) 223-6Bishop Luffa School (Burrows 42, Thompson 42*) 208-9MCC: P.J.Terry*, M.Barson, D.Briance, N.E.Defty, A.D.Edwards, J.R.Goode, R.J.Gough, B.D.Jacklin, C.May, P.J.Moran, P.J.Wooldridge

v Marlborough College 18th April


MCC (C.D.Gange 100*, C.D.H.Palmer 72*) 201-1 decMarlborough College (J.Sennett 80*, A.Combe 48) 203-2MCC: A.J.R.Bird*, G.A.Adair, J.N.B.Bovill, N.A.Chohan, D.M.Fry, C.D.Gange, R.Hardwick, B.D.Jacklin, J.H.C.Jenkins, P.J.Moran, C.D.H.Palmer

On a slow but true wicket, Ralph Hardwick and Chris Gange opened the batting for MCC and began well. After a rain interruption of about an hour, Gange, who had been joined by Charles Palmer, produced a fantastic innings as the pair accelerated towards the declaration, which came from 43 overs. The Marlborough bowlers – particularly their seamers – bowled economically but they did not receive much help from the wicket. Marlborough’s openers, Sennett and Combe, put on a partnership of 139, the latter batting sensibly before being run out after some excellent fielding by Adair. Sennett batted well, being particularly strong on the leg side, but playing each ball on its merit, to carry his bat and helped win the game for the School from 45 overs; a thoroughly deserved win.

Alistair Bird

v Worth School 21st April

Match drawn Toss: Worth

MCC (J.W.Cramp 113, R.Bhome 65) 213-3 decWorth School (L.Donnegan 78) 171-6MCC: M.S.McAlister*, R.Bhome, J.S.Cox, J.W.Cramp, J.J.N.Heywood, S.J.Hirst, J.P.C.Jupp, H.P.Lamb, S.J.Lamb, R.A.Marshall, S.Salisbury

v Hampton School 23rd April


MCC (E.W.C.Gross 82*) 214-5 decHampton School (C.O’Brien 102*, G.Harper 99*) 215-0MCC: C.S.Churchman*, S.Butt, N.E.Defty, S.C.Elliot, S.J.Foster, P.J.Furner, E.W.C.Gross, B.D.Jacklin, G.Tidbury, A.J.L.Wales, J.S.T.Williams

The Club was handed a comprehensive drubbing by Hampton School, who chased down a total of 214 for 5 without losing a wicket. Openers O’Brien and Harper were faultless bar a couple of demanding chances for catches. Ben Jacklin bowled a demanding opening spell without any reward and Simon Foster bowled accurately without being able to make the breakthrough. Earlier, Ed Gross, with an excellent 82* in his first match for the Club, was supported by Nick Defty to give Hampton 53 overs in which to reach the target of 215, which they managed with 12 overs to spare.

Chris Churchman

MCC v Oundle School 23rd April


MCC (C.J.Wake 100, G.G.Arblaster 41*) 216-8Oundle School (F. Cundle 34) 104 all outMCC: G.G.Arblaster, C.D.Berrill, D.R.Clarke, R.W.K.Brown, M.P.Cook, J.R.G.Hawkins, C.P.Harvey, J.I.Hay, A.Howorth, A. Rowe, C.J.Wake

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MCC’s openers, Wake and Brown, got off to a steady start, with Wake later completing a fine century before being run out. Oundle bowled well but did not help themselves by dropping four catches. Berrill and Hay opened the bowling for the Club and made the young Oundle side work very hard, with the first three wickets falling for 15 runs. Cundle tried hard to hold the innings together but wickets continued to fall around him, with Pack (3 for 27) and Hay (4 for 18) the beneficiaries. Sadly, the Oundle innings fell well short but hopefully this will encourage them to come back stronger next year.

Rob Pack

v Rugby School 23rd April


MCC (E.J.Foster 53) 187 all outRugby School (W.Briggs 65, K.Goodfellow 88) 188-4MCC: N.J. Bevan*, S.T.Corbett, L.J.E. De Silva, E.J.Foster S. Gear, R.Hardwick, T.A.A.Huddart, M.A.Tilt, D.R.McCarthy, C.J.Wedgewood, C.A.F.Woodhead

v Queen Elizabeth Grammar School, Wakefield 24th April


MCC 191-7 decQueen Elizabeth Grammar School (H.Booth 47) 184 all outMCC: S.Cooper*, J.S.Booth, S.D.Burdett, R.A.Flack, M.J.Kellaway, S.T.Lawrence, P.Patel, N.G.M.Ramsay, S.E.Ryan, N.R.Waite, S.B.J.Ward

v Spalding Grammar School 24th April


MCC (B.H.F.Stroud 72, A.Hornsby 52) 191-7 decSpalding Grammar School 77-9MCC: C.S.Dring*, S.A.Brewer, A.M.Cade, P.Holmes, A.D.Hornsby, J.Pocklington, M.S.L.Rollinson, E.G.Sly, B.H.F.Stroud, D.C.Wing, P.G.Wright

v St. Mary’s College, Crosby 24th April


MCC (A.M.Gibson 100, C.S.Ratcliffe 61*) 216-2 decSt. Mary’s College (P.Travers 94*, T.Alman 53) 218-6MCC: M.D.Taylor*, D.E.Atkin, A.M.Gibson, R.M.Graham, D.R.Green, N.J.Heathcliffe-Core, D.J.Jackson, D.J.Otway, C.S.Ratcliffe, J.Steele, N.P.Wells

At Moor Park, Crosby, and on what looked like an excellent batting wicket, MCC batted for 44 overs, the major contributions coming from probationers Andrew Gibson and Charles Ratcliffe. For St Mary’s College, all the bowlers struggled to find consistency of line and length but stuck to their task and were well supported in the field. In reply, the College was struggling at 59 for 5 when Paddy Travers (94*) and Tom Alman (53) came together and shared an excellent 115-run partnership, which took the game away from MCC.

The Spirit of Cricket Cap was presented to Paddy Travers both for the way he batted and the way he rescued the home side’s innings to win them the match.

Michael Taylor

v Eton College 25th April


MCC (W.H.R.Edwards 65, C.C.H.Hammond 84, J.J.Brennan 59) 284-7 decEton College (E.James 74, J.Halstead 63*, M.J.Roy 58*) 285-5MCC: R.W.J.Bruce*, J.J.Brennan, E.C.A.Bruce, J.T.A.Bruce, H.J.P.Chetwood, N.E.Defty, W.H.R.Edwards, C.C.H.Hammond, H.J.H.Loudon, A.W.A.McCulla, A.O.J.Shales

The Club batted first, with excellent contributions from Edwards (a probationer), Hammond and Brennan. Some lusty blows from E.C.A.Bruce and Chetwood took the Club to a very competitive total. Eton applied themselves well and, despite wickets from Chetwood and Loudon, the School prevailed with two overs to spare.

Ed Bruce

v Ratcliffe College 25th April


MCC (J.R.Colton 65, E.V.Hill 111*) 249-3 decRatcliffe College (D.Shaw 63) 152-7MCC: P.R.Chapman*, R.Bolstridge, J.R.Colton, J.W.R.Clayfield, R.G.Craze, M.J.Deane, E.V.Hill, R.C.Kitzinger, R.F.Schoonheim, O.J.Uffindall, R.S.Wood

v Shiplake College 27th April


MCC (D.W.Spencer 58*) 168-5 dec Shiplake College 149 all outMCC: J.C.E.Shuttle*, R.W.K.Brown, S.T.Corbett, K.Desai, W.G.Hodson, H.P.Lamb, W.H.Rist, S.S.Rogers, R.F.Schoonheim, D.W.Spencer, A.Viney

v Shrewsbury School 28th April

Match abandoned Toss: MCC

MCC (D.N.Catterill 118*) 220-4 dec Shrewsbury School (E.Pollock 48*) 83-2MCC: N.J.Bevan, D.N.Catterill, S.T.Corbett, D.T.Cotter, H.R.C.Dawson, T.J.Home, J.I.D.Kidson, M.J.Marvell, R.A.J.Smith, A.Thomas, M.Tilt

The Club batted first on a surprisingly dry pitch. Catterill batted beautifully, scoring all around the wicket on a pitch that gave early assistance to the seamers. The School set off very positively but lost two early wickets before rain ruined a well-poised chase.

Ed Home

SUFFOLK SCHOOLS WEEK

v West Suffolk Schools 29th April


MCC (T.W.E.Goodley 103, A.Holdgate 72) 217-2 dec West Suffolk Schools (A.Lack 49, C.Cooper 5-48) 199-8

MCC: T.W.W.Rash*, C.H.Cooper, S.Cooper, P.A.Coughlin, P.J.Douglas, T.W.E.Goodley, J.I.D.Hay, A.Holdgate, M.D.Hunn, C.Jones, J.E.R.Nichols

Probationers Holdgate and Goodley put on 140 for the first wicket on an exceptional pitch for an early season fixture. Goodley went on to complete a fine century with support from Hay. The West Suffolk Schools side’s reply started well with a steady opening stand, before Chris Cooper’s off-spin yielded five wickets. With ten overs remaining either side could have won the game but, despite the tireless efforts of Hay, the match finished in a draw.

Tom Rash

v Woodbridge School 30th April

MCC won by 113 runs Toss: Woodbridge School

MCC (B.E.Watson 48, T.W.E.Goodley 68*) 219-5 dec Woodbridge School (J.Rowett 53, M.D.Hunn 5-188) 106 all out

MCC: M.J.Felton*, R.J.Catley, M.Cooke, J.F.Cotterel, M.Ennis, T.W.E.Goodley, M.D.Hunn, S.R.Plater, A.M.Synott, S.Veevers-Chorlton, B.E.Watson

Put into bat by Woodbridge, two probationers, Plater and Cotterel, soon settled, putting on 57 for the first wicket. Watson, at three, wasn’t troubled in the slightest, pulling with gusto and falling shy of a half-century in quick time. At the other end, a third probationer, Goodley, batted imperiously for an undefeated 68, increasing the run rate with Veevers-Chorlton to enable a declaration at 219 for 5 at the 39-over mark. Probationers Ennis and Hunn opened the bowling, with the latter, a Minor Counties cricketer, sending down some sharp deliveries on a slow pitch. He was too good for the Woodbridge boys, clean-bowling the top five. Ennis bowled 12 tight overs of pace before Plater all but finished the School’s resistance with three quick wickets. The Woodbridge captain, Rowett, was the only man to play Hunn effectively, scoring a well-deserved 53. In the end, the Club had a rather easy win, bowling out the School for 106, but it was a lovely day, bathed in that rare commodity, sunshine.

Mark Felton


position. After the loss of Smith, Tipping strode purposefully to the crease and smashed a creative 27 in 12 balls. This allowed the Club to declare confidently after 49 overs, with Godden completing a pleasing 59*.

Birkdale’s innings began with Rash tearing in, swinging the ball both ways, and leaving both openers clinging on to their wickets. Ward bowled with pace in support, and was clearly too quick and accurate for the home side, who were soon 10 for 2. Root’s accuracy and movement earned him two wickets, with Murrall’s economical off-spin and Dixon’s accustomed guile containing the School before Rash returned to finish off the middle order and tail, ending with 4 for 18.

Ed McKenna

v Wickersley Comprehensive School 1st May


MCC (M.R.Tipping 100, N.A.T.Pearson 51) 217-4 dec Wickersley Comprehensive School 104 all out

MCC: M.R.Dixon*, R.Bolstridge, J.R.Colton, M.W.D.Godden, R.W.Ibbotson, S.J.B.Livermore, T.J.H.Pearson, N.A.T.Pearson, J.C.Pitcher, T.W.W.Rash, M.R.Tipping

MCC, containing a mini-touring squad from the East Anglia area, enjoyed the South Yorkshire sun. Mark Tipping, in particular, belied his stodgy reputation to blaze 100 exactly. Chasing a score of 217, Wickersley were briefly stalled by an off-pitch contretemps but the warrant card of an MCC Member allowed the game to continue. The Club’s myriad of bowling options, even including Pitcher’s round left arm, proved too much for the School, who were bowled out for 104.

Matt Dixon

v Wath Comprehensive School 2nd May


MCC (O.Davies 57, T.W.W.Rash 48, S.Whitlam 4-59) 187-7 dec Wath Comprehensive School (M.Azan 40, R.J.Barlow 4-38) 163 all out

MCC: J.C.Pitcher*, R.J.Barlow, A.Brown, J.R.Coulton, O.Davies, M.R.Dixon, M.W.D.Godden, S.J.B.Livermore, T.W.W.Rash, D.Seal, M.R.Tipping

Wath were slightly weakened this year with three players leaving and now playing ECB Yorkshire League Cricket, meaning that the majority of the School side were under 15. That said, they bowled and fielded extremely well, with the young left-arm spinner Sam Whitlam taking four deserved wickets. Thomas Rash and probationer Oliver Davies batted well, putting on 86 for the first wicket. The middle order chipped in with quick runs and declared just shy of 46 overs bowled. Aided by Wath CC’s overseas player, the School started brightly and Coulton took an excellent catch at gully off the impressive Rash. Wickets fell at regular intervals with Azan and Ogden making good contributions of 40 and 32.

Jason Pitcher

v Bishop’s Stortford College 30th April


MCC (S.Burge 100, T.Foot 5-38) 204-6 dec Bishops Stortford College (T.Boucher 41*) 205-8MCC: A.Mackinlay*, C.G.Arnold, C.E.Bennet-Baggs, R.Bhome, S.D.Burge, J.D.Haworth, A.J.A.Hooley, M.J.Howeson, H.Modi, T.S.Smith, J.S.T.Williams

After losing an early wicket, the Club slowly accumulated runs on a difficult wicket. The standard of bowling from Bishop’s Stortford College was impressive, consistently holding an accurate line and length. The scoring continued to labour as the visitors lost wickets along the way. Sam Burge was the only MCC player to get to terms with the conditions and blasted an exciting 100 runs. The college was unable to dictate with the bat and did not put together a good partnership. At 86 for 5, and all top batsmen out, it felt as if the Club was in firm control. However, determined batting by the lower order batsman took the score to 138 for 8. Needing another 60 runs the boys dug deep; Boucher (41*) and Foot (a gutsy 39*) managed to overcome MCC to win the match. A terrific fight back by Bishop’s Stortford College!

Andrew Mackinlay

v Framlingham College 1st May


MCC (S.R.Plater 137*, S.Veevers-Chorlton 50) 250-4 dec Framlingham College ( Williman 81, P.J.Douglas 3-43,

C.H.Cooper 3-71) 246-9

MCC: A.J.Douglas*, C.H.Cooper, S.B.Cooper, P.J.Douglas, J.J.N.Heywood, J.I.D.Hay, O.P.C.Magnus, J.S.A.Nicholls, S.R.Plater, I.J.P.Tufts, S.Veevers-Chorlton

Sam Plater and Spencer Chorlton put on 129 for MCC’s first wicket. Later, a swift 38 from Tufts meant the Club was able to declare on 250 for 4. The college responded positively, remaining ahead of the rate after the thirtieth over and with plenty of wickets in hand. Williman scored 81 before departing to Douglas (3 for 43). Although wickets continued to fall, Framlingham was in a great position to be victorious. It came down to the final over with nine required and two wickets in hand. A fine run out by C.H. Cooper on the penultimate delivery left the college requiring five off the last ball to win. The number 11 came in and defended the final delivery, resulting in the match being drawn.

Alistair Douglas

v Culford School 2nd May


MCC (S.B.Cooper 129, R.G.Craze 85*) 253-2 dec Culford School (N.Batcheler 3-13) 114 all out

MCC: G.W.Ecclestone*, N.Batcheler, C.H.Cooper, S.B.Cooper, P.A.Coughlin, R.G.Craze, M.A.Kay, J.I.D.Hay, D.R. Martin, T.P.C.Philp, T.S.Smith

MCC had waited two years to gain revenge over the Culford side, which underperformed to deliver a comprehensive victory for the Club. On a gloriously sunny day, the wicket held few demons. After losing Daniel Martin caught behind early on, the Club amassed 224 for the second wicket, pairing Simon Cooper’s aggressive 129 with Robert Craze’s steady 85*. Culford were bowled out rather easily for 114 with all bowlers enjoying some success. Arguably the best of them was Nick Batcheler, whose 3 for 13 from seven economical overs of medium pace included the removal of three of the top four.

Giles Ecclestone

v St. Joseph’s College 3rd May


MCC (C.J.Binnie 79, C.Pether 66, S.Veevers-Chorlton 42*) 225-6 dec St. Joseph’s College (C.Morel 4-13) 112 all out

MCC: M.J.Marvell*, J.G.S.Agar, P.J. Barker, C.J..Binnie, A.J.R.Collier, M.J.H.Drew, M.D.Hunn, C.Jones, C.Morel, C.Pether, S.Veevers-Chorlton

MCC was made to work hard for runs during a lively spell from Hugo Douglas, who opened the bowling for St. Joseph’s. Having weathered the storm, the Club’s total of 225 for 6 was largely thanks to the batting of Chris Binnie (79), Chris Pether (66) and Spencer Veevers-Chorlton (42*). The college’s response never really got going after Matthew Hunn had taken two early wickets and they melted away in the bright sun, closing on 112.

Marcus Marvell

SOUTH YORKSHIRE SCHOOLS TOUR

v Birkdale School 30th April


MCC (L.D.S.Smith 62, M.W.D.Godden 59*) 173-4 dec Birkdale (T.W.W.Rash 4-18) 58 all out

MCC: S.J.B.Livermore*, W.J.Bancroft, M.R.Dixon, M.W.D.Godden, C.Murrall, T.W.W.Rash, M.E.Root, S.E.Ryan, L.D.S.Smith, M.R.Tipping, S.B.J.Ward

After the early loss of Ryan, the Club put on a strong partnership of 95, which set the tone for the match. Smith and Godden played carefully at first, building what turned out to be a match-winning


A committed Plymouth College bowled 41 overs at MCC, who batted first. An excellent innings by Rob Ayre and Shaun Needham’s quick-fire effort allowed MCC to declare early, offering Plymouth the best part of 52 overs to chase 204. What a start the College made! Two 15-year-olds, Dennis and Richards, put on 82 for the first wicket in no time. MCC was up against it but battled back with terrific bowling from Stephen George (1-40) and Gary Chapell (5-40).

Nick Folland

v University of Exeter CC 3rd May


MCC (G.Holmes 96, B.Lane 4-36) 224-9 dec University of Exeter CC ( A.Morgan 109, J.J.Porter 5-64,

J.King 4-39) 214 all out

MCC: J.King*, A.J.D.Boughton, T.Clewes, R.P.Fern, S.A.George, A.H.F.Graveney, G.Holmes, A.J.Mitchell, S.D.Needham, J.J.Porter, J.Rawson

MCC compiled 224 for 9 relatively sedately from 58 overs. Greg Holmes held the innings together with an extremely well-compiled 96. Exeter looked in control of the game at 170 for 3 with plenty of overs remaining but a combination of the occasional slow left-arm bowling of James King (4 for 39) and the more penetrative seam bowling of a probationer Jack Porter (5 for 64) ultimately sealed an improbable win by ten runs with two overs remaining in the game. Exeter’s Morgan scored an impressive 109 in a losing cause in this highly competitive game.

James King

FYLDE COAST SCHOOLS TOUR

v Kirkham Grammar School 30th April


MCC (G.D.Dhar 46, J.Steele 54, R.Cross 47*, O.Jump 3-43) 226-7 dec Kirkham GS (G.Brookes 72, L.Leach 41, C.S.Ratcliffe 3-39) 220-7

MCC: R.A.B.Purnell*, J.R.Bentham, M.Burkes, R.J.Cross G.D.Dhar, R.M.Graham, D.R.Green, M.J.Homes, D.J.Otway, C.S.Ratcliffe, J.Steele

On a sporting wicket at Kirkham, and despite the loss of an early wicket, Dhar, Steele and Cross ensured the Club posted a competitive target of 226 for 7 in 44 overs. Oliver Jump featured for Kirkham with some tidy seam bowling, returning figures of 3 for 43. Kirkham struggled to raise any momentum in reply, reaching 97 for 5 with Charles Ratcliffe taking three well-deserved early wickets. However, an excellent stand of 73 between Kirkham skipper Brookes (72) and Leach (41) gave Kirkham a chance of victory. This was ultimately snuffed out and Kirkham closed on 220 for 7 in 46 overs.

Rex Purnell

v Rossall School 1st May


MCC (D.A.Lees 46*, L.Williams 3-31) 152-5 dec Rossall School (L.Williams 43, D.A.Lees 3-31) 144 all out

MCC: J.R.Bentham, R.J.Cross, G.D.Dhar, N.J.H.Fielden, R.M.Graham, D.R.Green, D.A.Lees, T.S.Liversedge, J.P.Needham, D.J.Otway, A.C.Williamson

At windy Rossall, MCC struggled on a slow and low wicket. Tom Liversedge (35*) and David Lees (46*) were the primary contributors, sharing a stand of 89. Luke Williams quality seam bowling earned him 3 for 31 from 15 overs. Rossall were always in with a shout of victory and Williams again led from the front with 43. Ultimately, the MCC spin triumvirate of Dhar, Lees and Purnell ensured MCC won a tight match by eight runs.

Rex Purnell

Colchester Royal Grammar School 30th April


MCC (J.A.Wells 133, J.D.Russell 57) 236-4 dec Colchester Royal Grammar School (A.Haines 70) 195-9MCC: A.S.Ranawat*, P.G.Arnold, J.E.L.Buttleman, G.E.Fisher, N.F.Gibbs, K.J.Goodman, F.H.C.Price, J.W.Probert, J.D.Russell, J.A.Wells, M.Wild

v Durham Sixth Form Centre 30th April


MCC (P.Riches 63, A.Brown 64, W.Ritzema 52*) 243-3 dec Durham Sixth Form Centre (A.Haines 70, O.J.Davies 4-12) 99 all outMCC: M.Laidler*, A.Brown, R.P.M.Davenport, O.J.Davies, N.M.G.Ramsey, P.Riches, W.Ritzema, G.E.Rounthwaite, Y.Sert, H.E.Smallwood

v Glenalmond College 30th April


MCC (J.S.D.Moffat 89, R.A.G.Grant 93) 223-6 dec Glenalmond College (A.M.J.Little 4-8) 89 all outMCC: M.N.Forbes, R.A.G.Grant, M.D.Hays, J.A.M.Kerr, A.M.J.Little, A.C.S.MacPherson, J.S.D.Moffat, H.K.More, N.G.Ninan, G.N.Quinn, R.R.Watson

SOUTH WEST TOUR

v Kelly College 30th April


MCC ( S.Hooper 65, O.Strong 62, A.May 54*, A.J.D.Broughton 43*) 249-5 dec

Kelly College (R.J.R.Edlmann 3-40) 163 all out

MCC: A.P.Sutcliffe*, A.J.D.Broughton, R.J.R.Edlmann, R.P.Fern, S.Hooper, A.Maddock, A.May, I.G.Osborne, L.I.F.Sanders, J.W.Skinner, O.Strong

Sean Hooper dominated Kelly College’s attack, hitting many boundaries, as probationer Strong settled and produced many impressive drives for his 62. A hard-hitting 43* from Bertie Broughton with support from Alex May took MCC’s score to 249 for 5 at the declaration. Kelly College started steadily against tight bowling from both Sanders and Edlmann. Sanders made the first breakthrough and Edlmann went on to take 3 wickets for 40 runs off his eight overs. The highlight of the College’s innings was a 41-run stand between Little and Bermingham, but wickets fell regularly and MCC triumphed by 86 runs.

Phil Sutcliffe

v Truro School 1st May


MCC (O.J.Miller 73, P.Sutcliffe 69, S.Needham 59*) 216-2 dec Truro School (Conchie 64, Jelbert 43, R.J.R.Edlmann 6-45) 160 all out

MCC: I.G.Osbourne*, R.J.R.Edlmann, A.K.Hele, S.Hooper, A.R.Maddock, O.J.Miller, S.D.Needham, L.I.F.Sanders, J.W.Skinner, A.P.Sutcliffe, T.D.Turner

The Club batted first and enjoyed a fine innings by Phil Sutcliffe, supported by probationer Oswald Miller. After lunch, Miller and Needham scored freely to enable the Club to declare at 216 for 2. The School responded after the early loss of a wicket before Conchie and Jelbert shored up the middle of the innings. The loss of Jelbert placed too much pressure on Conchie, as wickets fell regularly during an excellent spell by Richard Edlmann.

Ian Osborne

v Plymouth College 2nd May


MCC (R.P.Ayre 56, S.D.Needham 64*) 204-6 dec Plymouth College (T.Dennis 57, G.Chapell 5-40) 163 all out

MCC: N.A.Folland*, R.P.Ayre, R.Baggs, G.Chapell, R.Edlmann, S.George, A.K.Hele, Lt.-Col.A.T.D.Lerwill, A.R.Maddock, S.D.Needham, T.D.Turner


Ampleforth bowled very well early on and MCC lost three quick wickets for ten runs just before lunch with another falling soon after a. The Club managed to reach 204 thanks to a great innings from Burdett and a quick 50 from Lawrence. The School’s innings began in similar fashion as they lost three quick wickets during a good opening spell from Lund. They batted well against the spinners before tea and there was a good partnership from Pratt and Derbyshire. MCC managed to get the breakthrough and, with Ampleforth needing 50 runs from the final 20 overs, it looked like it was game over. A great spell from Burdett and Lund allowed MCC to bowl Ampleforth out with three overs remaining to win by 20 runs.

John Bowett

v Dulwich College 1st May

MCC won by 9 wickets Toss: Dulwich College

Dulwich College (D.Chohan 64, A.D.Greenidge 52, H.J.Patel 4-45) 205 all out MCC (A.O.J.Shales 144*, I.Mohammed 50) 209-1MCC: W.J.House*, E.J.Alexander, P.G.Arnold, E.Bekker, J.H.Gethins, S.K.MacLennan, I.Mohammed, T.E.Savill, A.O.J.Shales, Dr.H.J.Patel, J.R.Wade

v Forest School 1st May


MCC (A.C.Richards 66*, G.E.Fisher 34) 200-8 dec Forest School (W.Mulder 45, K.J.Goodman 4-63) 181 all outMCC: J.P.H.Hinton*, A.Akram, T.E.Ballard, J.E.L.Buttleman, J.Das, G.E.Fisher, K.J.Goodman, C.P.Harvey, J.D.Haworth, B.Lee, A.C.Richards

v Highgate School 1st May


MCC (E.P.H.Jones 126*, C.Yorke-Starkey 4-64) 214-6 dec Highgate School (J.Powe 35*) 86-3MCC: A.J.Brand*, N.D.C.Brand, N.A.Chohan, R.G.Craze, S.K.F.Dishon, E.P.H.Jones, R.H.Jones, C.H.Leonard, E.J.Murrills, J.Rasheed, A.R.Wilkinson

MCC was in disarray at 21 for 4 thanks to a devastating spell of bowling from the Highgate captain Yorke-Starkey, who picked up 3 for 8 in his opening five overs. Having seen off the opening bowlers, probationer Ed Jones batted superbly throughout the entire innings for a magnificent hundred. Nick Brand and Robert Craze then bowled superbly for the Club when the second innings started, leaving the School 14 for 3. However, Powe and Tse dug in and frustrated the visitors, batting for 32 overs to steer the School to safety, adding 72 in that time. The game petered out to a draw despite very attacking fields during most of the School innings. The Spirit of Cricket cap went to Charles Yorke-Starkey for his 4 for 64 for the School.

Adam Brand

v Malvern College 1st May

MCC lost by 8 wickets Toss: Malvern College

MCC (O.J.Davey 46, A.Shah 5-39) 168 all outMalvern College (Wynn 72*, Martin 50) 169-2MCC: M.J. Smart*, H.C.R.Bowles, D.N.Catterall, R.P.M.Davenport, O.J.Davey, N.P.Howells, H.C.D.Hughes, R.L.Morgan, S.A.Morris, R.M.Neale, J-P.Rees

The College won the toss and sportingly elected to field on a beautiful spring morning. Openers Bowles and Davey set off at a good pace as the College’s opening bowlers came on to the bat at a comfortable pace and the ball travelled swiftly across the manicured outfield at the “Senior”. MCC was soon reduced to 69 for 2. Despite this, a target of around 230 looked to be in order until Shah, bowling his well-flighted leg spin, bowled an incredibly disciplined spell, returning figures of 5 for 39 in 15.3 overs. He was well supported by Children, who bowled with equal control, picking up 2 for 20 as MCC struggled to 168 all out – the only innings of note coming from probationer Odge Davey.

In reply, Kohler-Cadmore and Wynn found the opening pace to their liking and, despite the odd bit of playing and missing, raced to 52 before Kohler-Cadmore tried one aggressive shot too many. The spinners, brought on to try and slow the run rate, were treated with equal disdain as Malvern eased within sight of their target. Whilst Martin fell for 50 with only eight needed, Wynn was undefeated on 72 as the College comfortably reached their target.

Matt Smart

v AKS (formerly Arnold & KEQMS) 2nd May


MCC (G.Dhar 74, J.Needham 47, C.Cartmell 3-59) 225-5 dec AKS (H.Kenworthy 41, T.Huddart 3-43) 174 all out

MCC: J.R.Bentham, N.R.Bolton, G.D.Dhar, N.J.H.Fielden, R.W.Fisher, R.M.Graham, T.Hodson, T.Huddart, D.A.Lees, J.P.Needham, A.Williamson

The match against AKS was played on easily the best wicket and conditions of the Fylde week, and probationers Dhar and Needham helped ease MCC to 225 for 5 from 44 overs. Chris Cartmell was the mainstay of the AKS bowling attack, his figures of 3 for 59 coming from some fine slow left-arm bowling. AKS started well in reply, sharing the runs around, but they fell away, struggling against the guile of Fielden and Lees. Probationer Huddart polished off the tail to ensure MCC won by 51 runs as AKS were dismissed for 174 from 42.5 overs.

Rex Purnell

v Lancaster Royal Grammar School 3rd May


MCC (G.D.Dhar 49, T.Whitehouse 4-77) 207-7 decLancaster Royal Grammar School ( M.Rosbottom 52*,

K.Parekh 43*) 153-5

MCC: R.A.B.Purnell*, N.A.Barnes, L.J.Bedford, J.R.Bentham, G.D.Dhar, S.Dutt, R.M.Graham, T.Hodson, J.P.Needham, I.L.Oakes, A.C.Williamson

The elevated Lancaster RGS ground presented a benign wicket, but exceptionally windy conditions. Dhar just missed out on his second half-century of the week, as Lancaster, the strongest of the four Fylde coast fixtures, focussed on spin in difficult conditions. Lancaster captain and off-spin prospect Tom Whitehouse, who has taken 11 wickets in the previous two MCC fixtures, relatively under-performed with 4 for 77 this year. Lancaster’s batsmen really struggled against probationers Huddart and Oakes and at 58 for 5, MCC looked like the only winner. However a rearguard stand of 95 through the last 20 overs (Rosbottom featuring with 52*) enabled Lancaster to bat out the draw.

Rex Purnell

v The Becket R.C. School 30th April


MCC (M.E.Cassar 72, W.Butler 76*, R.Briscoe 51) 257-5 dec The Becket R.C. School (M.I.Langford 5-30) 120 all outMCC: T.Kirk*, R.A.M.Briscoe, W.Butler, M.E.Cassar, J.Colton, K.J.Dean, M.J.Dean, P.G.Gough, M.I.Langford, W.D.Thompson, I.G.Wright

Colton and Cassar put on 105 for the first wicket, Cassar racing to

72 in just over an hour. Butler and Colton continued the battle against

sometimes hostile bowling, particularly from Bhabra. Briscoe’s arrival

accelerated the run rate until he fell just prior to declaration with a well-

crafted 51 on debut, leaving fellow debutant Butler on 76*. The home

side showed a great deal of character against a strong batting line-up with

Bhabra returning the best figures of 2 for 72. Becket’s innings stuttered

at the start against two former county bowlers, Kevin and Michael Dean.

Some beautiful swing and seam bowling put the School on the backfoot

very quickly. McNeil and Bhabra were the only two batsmen to stamp any

kind of authority on the innings, making 39 and 38 respectively. The pick

of the MCC bowlers, though, was the cunning slow left-arm spin of Mark

Langford, who took 5 for 30. His first five-wicket haul for the Club was

aided by some superb fielding by his teammates.

Tim Kirk

v Ampleforth College 1st May


MCC (S.D.Burdett 76*, S.T.Lawrence 76*) 204-7 dec Ampleforth College (T.Pratt 72, M.Derbyshire 50) 184 all outMCC: J.W.Bowett*, A.D.Bairstow, C.D.G.Best, S.D.Burdett, R.C.Cowdrey, A.J.Ellis, S.T.Lawrence, T.C.Lund, S.C.Mosey, G.Routhwaite, D.M.Sadler


The Kent College innings started promisingly, with contributions from the captain Balsdon and Gould. However, wickets fell regularly – four of them to Cowdrey’s steady left-arm spin. Sadly, no more partnerships materialised and the innings faded, unable to make headway against accurate bowling from the Club’s bowlers.

Julian Thompson

v Langley Park School 2nd May


MCC (M.G.H.Page 103) 207-7 dec Langley Park School (N.Hill 54, M.Abbett 54) 211-7MCC: S.Iqbal*, A.M.J.Barber, L.A.Blackaby, A.J.R.Collier, J.M.Evans, P.J.Furner, J.H.Gethins, C.C.H.Hammond, H.J.Luff, M.G.H.Page, M.Richardson

v Trent College 2nd May


MCC (R.Field 73*, M.Brown 3-33) 192-9Trent College (T.Hill 61, R.Carnelly 42) 196-6MCC: K.S.Newbold*, R.Bolstridge, O.J.Clayson, J.L.Ede, R.J.Field, D.G.Harry, M.I.Langford, M.G.R.Swann, O.J.Uffindall, R.B.Wood, I.G.Wright

Batting was made difficult by some excellent bowling from the College’s bowling attack and MCC soon found themselves in trouble at 40 for 3. Ollie Uffindall, James Ede and Rob Field batted very well, steadying the middle order, and late runs from Roger Bolstridge enabled the Club to reach 192 for 9. Trent started very well, putting on 72 for the first wicket and 66 for the second, and these good innings from the top three put them in a commanding position. Roger Bolstridge and Ollie Uffindall bowled well, stemming the flow of runs and bagging a pair of wickets each, but Trent still managed to reach the target with seven overs remaining.

Kevin Newbold

v Westminster School 2nd May


MCC (N.E.Defty 87, W.M.Gifford 74) 251-4 dec Westminster School (A.Winder 77, E.Daley 47*, A.J.Brooksbank 3-36) 246-7

MCC: G.S.Brooksbank*, A.J.Brooksbank, N.E.Defty, W.M.Gifford. E.P.Hamilton-Jones, J.A.D.Lumsden, T.Matharu, J.P.Mills, A.G.Nicholson, M.D.Patel, Dr.H.J.Patel

Probationers Ed Hamilton-Jones and Nick Defty put on 90 for the first wicket in glorious weather. Gifford scored quickly and a cameo from Matharu allowed MCC to declare early on 251 for 4 from 45 overs. The Mayor of London’s son, M. Johnson, looked in good touch, attacking the MCC bowling with confidence. However, Nicholson and Brooksbank soon made inroads, reducing the School to 77 for 5 at tea after 21 overs. The School recovered well with Winder enjoying the spinners. Daley (47*) and Mylne (29*) had a good crack at the total but fell six runs short, resulting in an honourable draw.

George Brooksbank

v Wisbech Grammar School 2nd May

Match tied Toss: MCC

MCC (C.S.Dring 67, A.Wheatley 71*) 240-3 dec Wisbech Grammar School 240 all outMCC: C.Jones*, A.Akhtar, M.J.Drew, C.S.Dring, T.W.E.Goodley, A.Ponder, B.H.F.Stroud, A.Wheatley, B.Willemsen

v Ermysted’s Grammar School 3rd May


MCC (L.D.Gordon 101, R.A.Atkins 56*) 214-4 dec Ermysted’s Grammar School (J.Beetham 51, K.Ahmed 4-20) 147 all outMCC: T.E.J.Cooper*, E.Ahmed, K.Ahmed, R.E.Arthur, R.A.Atkins, O.J.Davies, L.D.Gordon, P.E.O’Donnell, J.D.Rigby, T.A.J.Smallwood, H.E.Smallwood

A strong MCC side overcame the School due to some excellent batting and disciplined bowling. Highlights of the game included a classy hundred by Lee Gordon and a quick-fire fifty by Richard Atkins – both debutants. Kez Ahmed’s 4 for 20 came off just ten overs.

Tim Cooper

v Steyning Grammar School 1st May


MCC (H.N.E.Campbell 100*) 232-4 dec Steyning Grammar School (H.Jones 105*) 200-9MCC: M.J.White*, H.N.E.Campbell, A.N.Cox, J.S.Cox, A.D.Edwards, C.P.Hart, S.J.Hirst, G.A.Hobden, M.D.Murray, M.P.Nash, H.O.Sims

v The Grammar School, Leeds 1st May


MCC (D.J.F.Shuffe 68*, S.J.Lambert 47, T.Burton 4-68, E.Mason 3-20) 201-9 dec The Grammar School (S.Lambert 4-18, T.J.Jacklin 4-21) 114 all outMCC: N.J.C.Kay*, C.E.J.Finan, R.A.Flack, P.M.Hutchinson, T.J.Jacklin, S.J.Lambert, R.T.Love, P.Patel, J.D.Rigby, D.J.F.Shuffe, S.B.J.Ward

On a dry wicket, Simon Lambert and Sasha Ward got off to a good start before a middle order collapse left the Club on 137 for 7 at lunch. Daniel Shuffe steadied the ship with some attacking strokes to produce a competitive total. The Grammar School made a solid start, but the introduction of spin took its toll in helpful conditions as Toby Jacklin and Simon Lambert ripped through the School’s middle order. Aided by excellent catching and fielding, MCC ran out winners by 87 runs with eight overs to spare.

Nick Kay

v The Haberdashers’ Aske’s School 1st May


MCC (Aaman Soni 62, L.Samarasinghe 90) 238-2 dec The Haberdashers’ Aske’s School (W.Wright 102, T.Colverd 56) 181-9MCC: Aalok Soni*, I.Boyton, R.W.Haxby, D.H.Kerry, M.Lench, W.H.Notley, R.Pandya, R.K.Rao, R.Rao, L.Samarasinghe, Aaman Soni

v Bromsgrove School 2nd May


MCC (E.J.Foster 69, D.N.Catterall 58) 246 all out Bromsgrove School (D.R.Williams 47, M.Lamb 41) 171 all outMCC: M.J.Donald*, E.A.R.Bridgeman, D.N.Catterall, O.J.Davey, E.J.Foster, H.Horsley, D.R.McCarthy, W.J.Mottram, F.H.C.Price, M.Rawnsley, O.E.Strong

v Colston’s School 2nd May


MCC (S.P.Watson 100, C.A.M.Walker 112) 284-3Colston’s School (Roper 34, M.W.Alleyne 3-9) 165-8MCC: A.H.F.Graveney*, M.W.Alleyne, R.C.M.Davis, M.J.D.Finzel, M.S.Fowler, R.Glynn-Jones, G.E.Griffiths, D.J.Rowe, A.Tryfanos, C.A.M.Walker, S.P.Watson

v Felsted School 2nd May


MCC (J.A.Wells 124, J.A.Lewis 42) 260-7 Felsted School (O.Grayson 89, J.Hunter-Jordan 43) 261-6MCC: A.Kennedy*, J.E.Austin, J.E.L.Buttleman, B.Cocklin, M.J.Drew, J.E.Fisher, A.Humayon, J.A.Lewis, L.C.Paternott, W.S.A.Weller, J.A.Wells

v Kent College 2nd May


MCC (J.S.Masters 100*, R.M.Neale 55) 216-4 Kent College (Gould 40) 136 all outMCC: J.B.Thompson*, J.M.Baker-White, S.D.J.Burge, J.L.Cowdrey, J.S.Masters, P.A.Motum, R.M.Neale, D.K.Patching, L.G.Ward, D.J.Wheeler, T.N.Wren

Faced with an excellent College bowling attack, supported by consistently good fielding, MCC openers Masters and Neale needed to be at their best initially to keep their wickets intact. They rose to the occasion superbly, slowly accelerating through the morning to allow the Club to lunch on 130 for 0. Neale lost his wicket shortly after the interval, followed by a mini-collapse when Burge and Cowdrey went cheaply. Ward and Masters restored order and the latter reached a magnificent hundred with a glorious cover-driven boundary. For the College, Richardson bowled with consistent pace and accuracy.


The Club declared on 245 for 8 after 44 overs, which was a par score on a very good wicket and fast scoring ground. The Northern Select XI started cautiously, pegged back by a disciplined bowling display from Macpherson and Quinn. However, once set, the batsmen began to score more freely and, despite wickets falling at regular intervals, the game was evenly placed entering the last hour. At this point, some wily spin bowling from Ninan and Assiter managed to restrict the run rate and cause a few false shots. The late flurry of wickets finished any chance the Northern Select XI had and they were all out for 169.

Matthew Hays

v Radley Rangers CC 5th May


MCC (S.Waters 68, G.Adair 65) 240-6 dec Radley Rangers CC (J.Waddell 74) 136 all outMCC: C.B.R.Duffell*, G.A.Adair, C.E.Bennett-Baggs, G.C.Cave, S.H.Crawley, P.J.Harman, H.P.Lamb, S.J.Lamb, S.K.MacLennan, C.J.L.Sandbach, S.R.Waters

v Hampstead CC 6th May


MCC (T.Patabendige 4-25) 148 all out Hampstead CC (L.Casey 62*, J.Lombard 54*) 149-4MCC: B.Patel*, E.J.Alexander, N.D.C.Brand, C.S.G.Cooke, P.J.Davies, K.Desai, S.H.Ferguson, S.K.MacLennan, J.P.Mills, T.M.C.Nicoll, R.K.Rao

MCC lost out to a strong Hampstead team consisting of a number of First XI players, succumbing to a strong bowling attack on a lively early May pitch. Batting first, MCC was in trouble as nine wickets fell before lunch, with the top order failing to adapt to a tricky green wicket and some high-class swing bowling. The Club struggled to post any sort of total but a tail-end recovery ensured it was not bowled out before lunch, and Bhavesh Patel helped push the total up to 148.

MCC re-grouped at the innings break and came out fighting, with Hampstead losing former MCC Young Cricketer Mubashar Hassan in the first over to Ted Alexander, and Kunal Desai picking up another wicket to leave Hampstead at 0 for 2. A fantastic bit of fielding from Tom Nicoll resulted in Hanish Patel being run out and, when Desai broke through the defences of Slater, Hampstead were struggling at 38 for 4. Hampstead captain Jon Lombard and MCC Member Liam Casey then re-built the innings, punishing any loose deliveries. Their partnership of 102 runs, with both scoring fine fifties, took the home side to victory as MCC rued a couple of dropped catches and the loss of fast bowler Nick Brand to injury.

Bhavesh Patel

v St. Bede’s School 6th May


MCC (T.J.W.Finzel 113) 254 all outSt. Bede’s School (C.Jackson 86, F.Hudson-Prenticer 63) 255-5MCC: K.Ibrahim*, A.D.Edwards, T.J.W.Finzel, C.R.Hobden, G.A.Hobden, J.M.Robinson, A.J.Stewart, M.A.E.Symonds, T.van Noort, R.H.Wakefield, M.J.White

Batting first on a sunny day, Finzel helped MCC to a flying start and scored a fine century, his 113 runs coming from 98 balls. In the lower order, van Noort scored a quick 37 to help the Club reach 254. Hobden and van Noort opened the bowling for the Club and made the St. Bede’s side work hard. After the wicket of Wells, Jackson and Hudson-Prenticer played some lovely shots all around the ground to take the School’s score close to the target. Allport played a mature 46* to help guide the home side to victory.

Kashif Ibrahim

v Wilson’s School 6th May


MCC (C.H.Houlder 50*, J.D.Taylor 48, N.Heal 4-43) 167-7 dec Wilson’s School (S.Khan 76*) 154-9MCC: P.M.Swift*, T.B.J.Beagent, A.D.Campbell, M.J.Drew, M.Ennis, P.J.Furner, C.H.Houlder, J.G.Knapper, C.H.Leonard, J.M.Smallridge, J.D.Taylor

Wilson’s School must be commended for their continual improvement in standards, as once again their simple approach to bowling and fielding made MCC work hard for their runs. If it had not been for debutant

v Millfield School 3rd May

Match drawn Toss: Millfield School

Millfield School (C.Vickery 103, A.Easton 57) 253-8 decMCC (G.Jones 51, T.Hughes 42, C.Vickery 6-81) 244-7MCC: M.G.N.Windows*, J.N.B.Bovill, A.J.Davis, T.H.C.Hancock, C.J.Hellings, E.V.Hill, T.P.S.Hughes, G.W.Jones, R.O.Jones, W.D.B.Philips, J.R.A.Williams

v The John Fisher School 3rd May


MCC (R.M.Neale 70*, J.R.Perkins 44) 200-6 dec John Fisher School ( B.Dombrandt 56, S.Chmielinski 53,

J.Rasheed 4-49) 155 all outMCC: A.J.R.Bird*, N.A.Chohan, A.E.Clark, J.N.Dampney, P.J.Davies, M.Ennis, P.J.Furner, W.W.Moolman, R.M.Neale, J.R.Perkins, J.Rasheed

The School’s opening pair bowled economically on a low, slow wicket, with Cody (1 for 16) and Taylor (2 for 38) being the pick of the bowlers. MCC lost some early wickets and were at one stage 38 for 3, before a watchful 78-run partnership between Richard Neale and Jonathan Perkins helped steady the ship. Quick runs from William Moolman put MCC in a position to declare at 200 for 6 off 47 overs. John Fisher School got a great start, with both opening batsmen showing good techniques and remaining patient on a difficult wicket. Dombrandt fell for 56 and was soon followed by his opening partner Chmielinski for 53. This brought a flurry of wickets and MCC off-spinner Jawwad Rashid managed to find lavish turn and caused the boys some difficulty. Having been in a strong position at 122 for 1, wickets continued to tumble and the School were bowled out for 155 with two overs remaining.

Alistair Bird

MORAYSHIRE TOUR

v Gordonstoun 5th May


MCC (C.D.Martin 62, J.A.G.Grant 49) 244-7 dec Gordonstoun ( R.S.Vasconcelos 70, H.J.Knight 59,

J.S.Gray 4-35) 185 all out

MCC: M.D.Hays*, M.W.Assiter, G.V.Grace, A.S.M.Graham, J.A.G.Grant, R.A.G.Grant, J.S.Gray, C.D.Martin, S.Nanthkumaran, R.F.W.Paterson, G.W.Quinn

The ground was under water the previous morning and the fact that the match managed to survive the inclement May weather owes much to the excellent Gordonstoun facilities and their groundstaff. The Club batted first, scoring steadily to reach 244 for 7, with the highlights being a fluid 62 from Callum Martin and an aggressive 49 from Jamie Grant. A young school side started solidly but slowly against the opening attack of Jonny Gray and Graeme Quinn. The game was evenly poised at tea with South African Vasconcelos scoring freely. However, the transformation some tea and cakes had on the MCC side was remarkable as, after the break, Vasconcelos became the first of four run outs – not a very common event in MCC Out-Matches! Gordonstoun were eventually all out for 185 with 12 overs remaining in the day. The pick of the MCC bowlers was Jonny Gray (the flying Scotsman) with figures of 4 for 35.

Matthew Hays

v Northern Select XI 6th May


MCC (N.G.Ninan 68, M.W.Assiter 69) 245-8 dec Northern Select XI (J.S.Crabtree 47) 169 all out

MCC: M.D.Hays*, M.W.Assiter, A.S.M.Graham, J.A.G.Grant, R.A.G.Grant, J.S.Gray, A.C.S.Macpherson, C.D.Martin, N.G.Ninan, S.Nanthkumaran, G.N.Quinn

The Club made a steady start with opener Ninan scoring a well-made 68. Probationer Assiter scored a free-flowing 69 and was unlucky to be run out when a hundred looked to be on the cards.


Blundell’s got off to a flying start and MCC soon found it very hard to stem the flow of runs, opener Dylan Penberthy scoring 65 before being second out with the score on 105. The School continued to be positive and regular bowling changes did not prevent every member of the attack going for a least five an over. School captain Jack Dart saw the School home with a composed 25*. Blundell’s were victorious by six wickets with eight balls to spare. This was a disappointing day in which MCC performed well below par, but credit must go to the School team who were as strong as they have been for many years – a trend that looks set to continue.

Rob Holman

v Queen’s College, Taunton 9th May


MCC (M.J.D.Finzel 87, J.W.Bachelor 68, J.R.Cockroft50*) 219-4 dec Queen’s College (F.Spurney 54, L.Bartlett 47*, J.R.Cockroft 4-57) 198 all out

MCC: R.Glynne-Jones*, J.W.Bachelor, J.R.Cockroft, M.J.D.Finzel, M.S.Fowler, G.E.Griffiths, A.Hamilton, Lt.-Col.A.T.D.Lerwill, J.Lindley, J-P.Rees, R.W.Swetman

MCC progressed quickly to 219 for 4 before a generous declaration gave the opposition an anticipated 60 overs to bat. Max Finzel stroked an impressive 87, John Bachelor a sedate 68, whilst Jon Cockroft completed his maiden half-century for the Club. Cockroft demonstrated his status as a genuine all-rounder by taking 4 for 57 with his googlies and straight ones, the Club rounding off a 21-run victory in atrocious weather.

Richard Glynne-Jones

v Aberystwyth University CC 6th May


MCC (A.D.Thomas 101, A.M.Gibson 60) 266-3 dec Aberystwyth University CC ( Jones 87, S.Holliday 4-44,

J.Murphy 3-23, A.D.Thomas 3-46) 221 all out

MCC: M.J.Hackett*, A.Brown, J.Crissall, A.M.Gibson, D.J.Greaves, S.Holliday, A.C.L.James, P.H.W.E.Lazarus, J.Murphy, M.A.Sharp, A.D.Thomas

After some tight bowling with the new ball, the Club’s openers, Gibson and Thomas, set about constructing a total by compiling a 117-run opening stand. This was followed by solid contributions by the rest of the recognised batsmen, including a flashing four from the talented veteran Lazarus (a declaration came shortly thereafter to prevent any further extravagant blows).

The total of 266 may have seemed a little ungenerous, but Jones for the University quickly dispelled that thought. He set about the bowling, with one exception: the probationer, James, bowled with pace and bounce to finish with 3 for 23. Once Jones was dispatched by Holliday, the Club made relatively short work of the rest of the order. All retired to the Coopers Arms where much lemonade (with the odd Double Dragon) was consumed.

Martin Hackett

v Repton School 7th May


MCC (C.Murrall 66, S.H.Ferguson 56) 236-5 dec Repton School (N.R.Kumar 154*) 239-2MCC: R.M.Wilkinson*, T.J.Atkinson, E.A.R.Bridgeman, M.E.Cassar, J.W.R.Clayfield, B.N.Davis, H.R.C.Dawson, J.L.Ede, S.H.Ferguson, C.Murrall, C.D.Paget

A large crowd lined the famous Repton bank to witness MCC being restricted to 236 for 5 batting first in this 50-over game, which looked a little below par on an excellent batting surface. So it proved, as Repton dismissed this total with a full 15 overs to spare, Canadian international Kumar hitting a devastating 154* - an exceptionally high score for a Schoolboy in Out-Match cricket.

Richard Wilkinson

probationer Charles Houlder and Charlie Leonard’s mature 75-run partnership, MCC would have lost this fixture for the second time in succession. As it was, the Club ensured a full game was played in superb spirit with only the School’s final batsman, their best bowler, preventing a final over win for MCC.

Paul Swift

v Bedford School 7th May

Match drawn Toss: Bedford School

Bedford School (T.Graham 114, T.Bradbeer 53*) 302-5 dec MCC (W.H.Notley 56, W.Wright 7-81) 218-9MCC: W.H.Notley*, T.B.J.Beagent, O.J.Chinneck, R.G.Craze, M.L.Creese, S.J.Foster, J.C.Henderson, C.Jones, M.Lench, J.F.D.Mendelssohn, P.J.Smith

WESTERN SCHOOLS WEEKv Clifton College 7th May


MCC (T.M.Parnell 47, J.Dilley 4-36) 198 all outClifton College (T.Smith 114*, W.Higgins 66) 199-4

MCC: R.W.Swetman*, N.A.Baldwin, D. Bush, J.S.Davis, J.A.Green, A.N.Harris, T.C.M.Harris, W.M.Lawry, Lt-Col.A.T.D.Lerwill, T.M.Parnell, J.R.A.Williams

Clifton College Close looked superb on the first glorious summer day of the year. The home side bowled well early on to restrict the opening batsmen, and Tom Parnell was out just before lunch after a good 47. MCC struggled to accelerate after the break due to some very good bowling from Clifton – especially the left arm spin of J. Dilley (son of Graham) – and ended up all out for 198. MCC battled hard on an unforgiving pitch but they could not contain the fluency of Smith, who was supported, after a few well-deserved wickets, by Higgins. Smith led his team to a well-deserved victory.

Rupert Swetman

v King’s College, Taunton 7th May


MCC (T.H.C.Hancock 113, O.M.Slipper 57, N.Brand 6-88) 241-9 dec King’s College (L.May 85) 242-6

MCC: G.E.Griffiths*, L.A.Cooper, C.K.Glasper, T.H.C.Hancock, C.J.Hellings, W.Kylander, J.J.Porter, O.M.Slipper, B.Smith, R.M.Wakefield, S.P.Watson

MCC batted first and Chris Hellings did well for his 30, but the innings was dominated by Oli Slipper (57), who oozed class from ball one, and Tim Hancock, who batted beautifully for 113. Brand bowled tidily in taking 6 for 88 for King’s College, with a controlled display of left-arm spin on a pitch offering little assistance. When batting, the School attacked from the outset, with Rhys Davis (28) smashing Chris Glasper for four consecutive boundaries in the first over. Although dismissed early, Davis looked a real talent and this aggressive approach enabled the School to get ahead of the rate, taking them to 41 from the first four overs. Probationer Jack Porter (3 for 84) bowled well in three separate spells, but the School chased down the runs with one over spare for the loss of 6 wickets, May top-scoring with 85.

Gareth Griffiths

v Blundell’s School 8th May


MCC (O.J.Uffindall 100) 180-5 dec Blundell’s School (D.Penberthy 65) 181-4

MCC: R.J.Holman*, R.P.Ayre, N.A.Baldwin, J.M.E.Barrs, R.P.Fern, W.J.D.Finzel, Lt-Col.A.T.D.Lerwill, A.J.Mead, J.J.Porter, R.J.Turner, O.J.Uffindall

The Blundell’s team bowled well at MCC on an overcast morning, restricting scoring and taking wickets at regular intervals. By lunch, the Club had moved on to 157 for 3 from 40 overs. In the afternoon, play was heavily interrupted by frequent rain showers, meaning that the Club stumbled to 180 for 5 from 43 overs with Oliver Uffindal carrying his bat for exactly 100. A slightly low declaration was tempered by the fact the Club had a strong bowling attack, on paper!


CUMBRIA SCHOOLS TOUR

v Austin Friars St. Monica’s School 8th May


MCC (I.L.Oakes 91, J.Steele 51) 190-4 dec Austin Friars St. Monica’s School 107 all out

MCC: T.E.H.Prime*, J.R.Cutt, A.D.Glover, A.S.M.Graham, D.R.Green, M.R.Hadwin, G.T.E.Monkhouse, I.L.Oakes, A.J.Potter, E.J.M.Singleton, J.Steele

v Sedbergh School 9th May


MCC (L.J.Bedford 40*) 80-1

MCC: A.J.Potter*, L.J.Bedford, N.R.Bolton, J.P.Butler, B.N.Davis, J.Edington, R.M.Graham, M.R.Hadwin, A.G.W.Lewin, G.J.Rickman, J.Steele

v Bloxham School 8th May


MCC (P.J.Deakin 100*, J.R.Pearce 57, D.L.J.Bailey 57*) 224-1 dec Bloxham School (O.Tice 46, E.W.C.Gross 3-18) 149-7MCC: M.D.R.Sutliff*, D.L.J.Bailey, L.T.Bailey, D.M.Catterall, P.J.Deakin, N.E.Defty, J.A.Grant, E.W.C.Gross, C.F.Horne, A.W.A.McCulla, J.R.Pearce

Pearce and Deakin opened the MCC innings and were watchful against

the new ball, with the main challenge coming from the extra bounce gained

by a tall opening pair. Deakin went on to make a measured century, with

half-centuries from Pearce and Bailey – the latter remaining unbeaten

with Deakin. A young Bloxham side never really challenged the MCC total

despite a generous declaration, but offered stout defence to secure a draw

in the face of an experienced and capable bowling attack. Gross returned 3

for 18, the best figures of the game. Oliver Tice was the pick of the Bloxham

boys, with a patient 46 to add to his 1 for 37 with the ball – the only wicket

taken in the MCC innings. Horne of MCC returned to Bloxham some 50

years after his first visit as a probationer.

Mike Sutliff

v Bradford Grammar School 8th May


MCC (P.Hutchinson 66*) 177-5 dec Bradford Grammar School ( R.A.Atkins 3-16,

K.Ahmed 3-16, D.T.Syers 4-16) 67 all outMCC: S.R.Anderson*, K.Ahmed, R.A.Atkins, D.J.Greaves, J.Hartley, P.M.Hutchison, A.A.Metcalfe, J.D.Rigby, T.A.J.Smallwood, D.T.Syers, S.B.J.Ward

v Brentwood School 8th May


MCC ( R.H.Wakeford 46, Rohan Bhome 49, B.Cocklin 87, R.Sarkar 3-43) 260-5 dec

Brentwood School (R.Syed 59, S.Prabhakar 68) 263-5MCC: N.S.C.Hobbs*, Rohan Bhome, J.E.L.Buttleman, B.Cocklin, M.J.Drain, M.J.H.Drew, C.I.Pether, M.G.Pether, J.E.Pratt, R.H.Wakeford, W.S.A.Weller

v Coventry Schools 8th May


MCC (V.Menon 3-27, D.Patel 3-26) 176 all outCoventry Schools (M.Payne 67, J.R.Cockcroft 3-9) 143-5MCC: R.J.Field*, J.R.Cockcroft, B.M.De Souza, J.P.De Souza, S.Gear, D.R.McCarthy, L.Mead, C.J.C.Robards, S.Stenning, J.F.G.While, I.G.Wright

MCC made hard work of things with the bat against a strong Coventry Schools side on a showery early May day. Only Gear (30) looked comfortable prior to lunch and wickets fell at regular intervals, with MCC struggling to 176 after 57 overs. Menon, Payne and Patel all stood out in

v Seaford College 7th May


MCC (M.Barson 81, C.Offer 57) 197-5 dec Seaford College (B.Hemmingway 120) 193-6MCC: T.Deacon*, M.Barson, P.J.Furner, R.J.Gough, I.W.Gray, J.A.King, J.G.Knapper, G.R.E.Martin, C.May, C.Offer, H.St.C.Thomson

Probationer Max Barson opened the batting with MCC stalwart Clive Offer, who proceeded to hit the second ball of the match for six. On what turned out to be a featherbed of a pitch and a quick outfield, Barson and Offer scored at a good rate against some decent bowling from the College. In particular, De Candole bowled his right-arm medium-fast with excellent control. Offer, in typically belligerent early season form, passed his fifty but when looking very well set on 57 he managed to hit a full toss straight to mid-on. After lunch, with Barson looking good for a hundred, he played back to a delivery that kept low and was bowled for a well-compiled 81. The scoring slowed after his departure, especially against the left-arm spin of Hemmingway (3 for 22) and MCC declared at 197 for 5.

Hemmingway opened the batting for the College and produced the most elegant of hundreds. Using the pace of the ball against a very useful opening attack, he placed the ball immaculately, particularly behind and in front of square on the off side and proceeded to punctuate his innings with some exquisite cover drives. Hemmingway’s brilliance forced MCC to turn attack into defence and with the introduction of the off-spinners Jonathan King and Gary Martin, the Club regained control by “bowling at the other end.” With only Colin contributing 28 in support and with a win in sight for Seaford, Hemmingway made his only mistake in a superb innings and holed out at deep square leg off the bowling of Barson for 120. With all three results possible in the final over of the match Seaford finished 193 for 6, match drawn.

Torquil Deacon

v St. John’s School 7th May


MCC (B.A.Jeffery 71, S.C.Elliott 129) 279-3 dec St. John’s School (K.Hanratty 74*, D.Patel 82) 205-5MCC: T.S.Matharu*, A.Akram, S.C.Elliott, B.A.Jeffery, H.M.Khan, P.P.Knight, W.W.Moolman, J.F.T.Musgrave, A.G.Nicholson, A.J.L.Wales

Jeffery hit a cracking 71 and Elliot scored his maiden century for the Club as MCC raced to 279 for 3. Patel’s leg-spin was particulary impressive during the School’s 44 overs. St. John’s batted well at the beginning of their reply, but despite ample opportunity with attacking fields set and an over rate of 19 overs per hour, they were never tempted to chase an intimidating total.

Tony Matharu

v The Skinners’ School 7th May

MCC lost by 1 wicket Toss: MCC

MCC (T.Mees 62*) 221-5 dec The Skinner’s School (T.Corner 66, D.May 73*, J.L.Cowdrey 7-58) 225-9MCC: K.Pearson*, E.Bekker, J.L.Cowdrey, J.H.Gethins, T.Griffin, C.C.H.Hammond, S.V.Kokkiligadda, T.Mees, P.A.Motum, T.W.Parsons, C.J.Willets

v Thomas Whitham Sixth Form 7th May


MCC (R.J.Cross 65, J.R.Cutt 46) 213-5 dec Thomas Whitham Sixth Form (P.Martin 94*) 216-6MCC: A.J.Bowker*, L.J.Bedford, M.J.Birks, R.J.Cross, J.R.Cutt, J.P.Dixon, R.M.Graham, T.Hodson, T.S.Liversedge, M.C.Lomas, T.A.J.Smallwood

A strong MCC side made a slow start against some accurate bowling from the School. After the loss of an early wicket, the Club were able to up the tempo before probationer Cross fell for an excellent 65. MCC declared shortly after lunch on 213 and early inroads were made by opening bowler Dixon. Thomas Witham made slow progress until Patrick Martin began to increase the pace. A tight finish ensued as the School passed their required total courtesy of four byes from the last ball of the game as Martin finished on 94*.

Andrew Bowker


v Sutton Valence School 9th May

Match drawn Toss: Sutton Valence School

MCC (C.R.G.Vernon 45, T.Griffin 102) 240-6 decSutton Valence School (R.Sehmi 97) 191-5MCC: K.Pearson*, A.M.J.Barber, A.D.Edwards, J.H.Gethins, T.Griffin, C.C.H.Hammond, P.A.Motum, T.W.Parsons, D.H.Stickels, H.St.C.Thomson, C.R.G.Vernon

v The Royal Grammar School, Guildford 9th May


MCC (A.J.L.Wales 79) 174-7 decThe Royal Grammar School, Guildford ( A.Sweet 115,

W.W.Moolman 4-56) 178-4MCC: R.H.Carlson*, J.H.C.Bailey, O.J.Davey, W.Davies, J.W.Excell, P.J.Furner, I.Mohammed, W.W.Moolman, J.P.C.Musgrave, C.J.L.Sandbach, A.J.L.Wales

Having been unable to play the last two years due to washouts, the 2013 fixture got underway after a two-hour rain delay. Excellent bowling and fielding from the School meant MCC’s innings struggled to build any momentum, with only Wales (79) and Davies (35*) able to push the score up to a below par 174 for 7 in 41 overs. Short on seam bowlers, MCC resorted to spin early on, as poor weather again threatened the game. Opening on debut for RGS, 15-year-old A. Sweet started well, accumulating runs steadily up to the tea interval. As the ball became harder to hold, Sweet was able to attack and punish the MCC bowling, and 115 runs later he had taken the team to the brink of a six-wicket victory, despite a four-wicket blast by Moolman.

Richard Carlson

v Oakham School 10th May


MCC (A.T.A.Martin 47, J.W.R.Clayfield 68, W.H.R.Edwards 57) 247-6 decOakham School (C.Hurley 120, J.Kendall 60*) 250-5MCC: D.M.Kingham*, R.Bolstridge, R.W.K.Brown, J.W.R.Clayfield, W.H.R.Edwards, G.M.Harper, G.D.Hofbauer, A.T.A.Martin, B.H.F.Stroud, M.D.R.Sutliff, M.A.Wolstenholme

MCC elected to bat and made steady progress throughout the morning on a lively but very true pitch which was always going to make judging a fair declaration difficult (as was to prove the case!) Useful contributions came from James Clayfield (who retired at lunch to give others a chance) and from probationers Alex Martin and Will Edwards (both former pupils) and Greig Hofbauer. Setting the School 248 to win in just under even time seemed reasonable. Oakham, however, having just played in three T20 events, had other ideas. With 20 overs left they required 124 to win. Charles Hurley completed an excellent 120 and was out with the win in sight. Oakham’s victory was largely down to his foundations and an excellent 60* from Jamie Kendall, who timed the ball exquisitely to see the School home with two overs to spare. MCC had little to complain about; beaten fair and square, but a pleasure to witness.

Duncan Kingham

v The King’s School, Tynemouth 10th May


MCC (S.A.Malpass 93, G.Applegarth 88*, J.Brown 3-78) 252-4 decThe King’s School (A.Appleby 75, D.A.Longhurst 4-65) 247 all outMCC: M.A.P.Dale*, G.Applegarth, R.C.Cowdrey, D.A.Longhurst, S.A.Malpass, J.Raine, E.J.M.Singleton

v The Windsor Boys’ School 10th May


MCC (C.J.Cann 52) 197-4 decThe Windsor Boys’ School (Tuthill 48, Odell 64) 198-7MCC: J.C.E.Shuttle*, C.J.Cann, K.Desai, C.W.Fleming, P.J.Furner, G.W.C.Gross, M.S.Gurney, L.H.Jackson, J.A.Mahood, A.Viney, A.West

a good bowling and fielding display from the Schools side, which had a solid start laid down for them by Warwickshire IIs opener Best (28) and man of the match Payne (67). Between rain breaks, MCC slowly clawed their way back into the game, thanks largely to Cockroft’s leg-breaks. Sadly no result was possible as rain had the final say.

Robert Field

v Kimbolton School 8th May

MCC won by 130 runs Toss: Kimbolton School

MCC (G.D.Hofbauer 47, R.G.Craze 69) 216-6 decKimbolton School (D.J.E.Oldham 5-29, R.G.Craze 4-35) 86 all outMCC: R.J.Claxton*, P.G.Arnold, J.R.Biddle, R.G.Craze, Z.D.Harvey, G.D.Hofbauer, R.M.James, M.T.Moore, D.J.E.Oldham, F.G.Owen

v Merchant Taylor’s School, Northwood 8th May

MCC won by 35 runs Toss: Merchant Taylor’s School

MCC (J.S.T.Williams 65, A.J.Brand 50) 203-4 decMerchant Taylor’s School (A.Shah 82, J.Rasheed 5-48) 168 all outMCC: N.D.Goh*, A.J.Brand, D.Miller, P.J.O’Reilly, J.M.Overy, R.Pandya, R.Rao, J.Rasheed, V.Sethi, M.Wilkin, J.S.T.Williams

The Club batted positively against a strong Merchant Taylor’s side who bowled and fielded with great skill and enthusiasm. Some uncommonly good catching by the Club and five wickets for Rasheed ensured a win by 35 runs, despite a fine 82 by A. Shah.

Nick Goh

v Nottingham High School 8th May


MCC (P.G.Wright 110*) 237-4 decNottingham High School (B.Carr 75, W.Butler 3-45) 238-6MCC: P.R.Chapman*, D.J.Adams, R.A.M.Briscoe, W.Butler, M.J.Deane, J.L.Ede, S.H.Ferguson, G.Harry, O.Hayes, T.S.V.Pope, P.G.Wright

v Rydal Penrhos School 8th May

MCC won by 66 runs Toss: Rydal Penrhos School

MCC (A.J.Davis 52, D.J.Jackson 70, A.M.Gibson 46, A.Welden 3-61) 217-5 decRydal Penrhos School (R.A.B.Purnell 4-10) 151 all outMCC: M.J.Leathley*, L.J.Bedford, A.J.Davis, R.W.Fisher, A.M.Gibson, J.D.Gray, D.J.Jackson, D.J.Otway, R.A.B.Purnell, A.M.Snook

v Silcoates School 8th May


MCC (M.E.Westwood 50, D.M.Sadler 53, C.E.J.Finan 47*, Khan 3-35) 204-6 decSilcoates School (Khan 55*) 110 all outMCC: W.G.Hodson*, S.Davy, C.E.J.Finan, R.A.Flack, P.Patel, J.C.Pitcher, G.Roberts, D.M.Sadler, H.E.Smallwood, G.J.Toogood, M.E.Westwood

v Fettes College 9th May


MCC (J.A.M.Kerr 117*) 223-4 decFettes College (H.P.A.MacLeod 60, S.J.Davidson 5-14) 192-9MCC: N.J.Peet*, S.J.Davidson, H.R.Edwards, D.W.Hodge, J.A.M.Kerr, H.K.More, D.N.R.Philip, H.J.R.Philip, G.N.Quinn, E.G.C.Stubbs, D.F.Watts

v King Edward VI Aston School 9th May

Match abandoned

MCC: A.Mahmood*, A.Farooque, D.J.Greaves, D.Manning, S.Mohammed, O.C.Powell, A.Sharma, S.Stenning

v Leicester Grammar School 9th May


MCC (I.G.Wright 50, O.J.Uffindall 110*, J.R.Pearce 73) 261-4 decLeicester Grammar School 6-2MCC: R.B.Wood*, G.Bulpitt, S.J.Childs, W.H.R.Edwards, D.A.Longhurst, A.T.A.Martin, J.R.Pearce, N.J.Pullen, O.J.Uffindall, A.P.Woodward, I.G.Wright


v Kingston Grammar School 15th May

MCC won by 183 runs Toss: Kingston Grammar School

MCC (M.G.H.Page 111, L.Godliman 3-40) 246-6 decKingston Grammar School (T.M.Caviet 4-6, P.O.B.Swainson 4-18) 63 all outMCC: J.M.Rea-Palmer*, T.M.Caviet, N.E.Defty, J.Lumsden, J.G.Knapper, P.P.Knight, W.M.Lawry, M.G.H.Page, P.O.B.Swainson, H.St.C.Thomson, W.H.Young

Despite typically chilly May conditions, the rain stayed away to allow for what was, in truth, a fairly one-sided match. MCC lost the toss and were inserted by the School, which allowed Max Page, opening, to hit a fluent century. With others giving good support, MCC were able to set a challenging total. In response, the School never really recovered from an excellent spell of opening bowling by Tristan Caviet, who ended up with figures of 4 for 6 off seven overs, reducing them to 21 for 5. More diligent batting from the middle order was in vain, as the School were bowled out for 63 with Peter Swainson taking 4 wickets for 18 runs.

Jon Rea-Palmer

RIBBLE VALLEY TOUR

v Stonyhurst College 15th May

Match abandoned

MCC: N.J.H.Fielden*, J.D.Bean, L.J.Bedford, M.J.Birks, B.Davis, R.O.Graham, D.R.Green, D.A.Lees, T.S.Liversedge, D.J.Otway, G.J.Rickman

v Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School, Blackburn 16th May

Match abandoned

MCC: L.J.Bedford, M.J.Birks, D.W.J.Catlow, R.O.Graham, D.R.Green, M.R.Hadwin, T.Hodson, T.A.A.Huddart, D.A.Lees, J.A.Reynard, R.P.Singh

v Clitheroe Royal Grammar School 17th May

Match cancelled

MCC: N.R.Bolton*, L.J.Bedford, M.J.Birks, N.J.H.Fielden, D.R.Green, T.Hodson, D.A.Lees, J.P.Marquet, R.G.Ogilvie, J.A.Reynard, M.A.Sharp

v Charterhouse 16th May

Match drawn Toss: Charterhouse

MCC (S.C.Elliott 49, O.M.Slipper 58, M.Barson 48, Marwan 3-66) 262-6 decCharterhouse (Bachelor 163, J.W.Excell 3-79) 251-5MCC: N.A.Gauri*, M.Barson, S.R.A.Cheetham, S.C.Elliott, J.W.Excell, C.K.Glasper, A.S.M.Graham, P.P.Knight, M.D.Patel, N.Patel, O.M.Slipper

v Loretto School 16th May


MCC (H.R.Edwards 82, D.W.Hodge 46*) 204-4 decLoretto School ( J.D.Marshall 97, J.A.Thiele 54,

G.N.Quinn 3-41, M.J.Powell 4-43) 203-7MCC: S.J.S.Smith*, H.R.Edwards, A.D.Glover, J.A.G.Grant, R.A.G.Grant, D.W.Hodge, J.S.D.Moffat, H.K.More, N.J.Peet, M.J.Powell, G.N.Quinn

After losing this fixture to the weather in 2012, both sides were grateful just to get a game in – and what a game! A dramatic final over, with all three results possible when the last ball was delivered, was a fitting end to an excellent day’s cricket played in glorious sunshine. After the Club won the toss and elected to bat, probationers Edwards and Moffat negotiated a fiery opening spell from Thiele and Swanson. Richardson continued to apply the pressure. Edwards gradually became more expansive and had a century in his sights when he was caught at the wicket for an excellent 82. Boundary-laden cameos from Jamie Grant (34) and Hodge (46*) allowed the Club to declare at exactly halfway, setting the School 205 in 40 overs.

Quinn and Glover kept Loretto’s scoring rate under control, but had only the wicket of McCreath to show for their efforts, with Marshall and Thiele patiently setting about their business. Edwards and Peet came in for some punishment as the chase gathered momentum, and Marshall’s partnerships with Thiele and Whait (worth 94 and 73 respectively) took the School to within touching distance of victory. Quinn returned and

v Sussex Martlets CC 12th May


MCC (A.C.Cope 57) 209-7Sussex Martlets CC (N.Seager 81, A.Turner 89*) 210-3MCC: M.JBanes*, E.C.A.Bruce, A.C.Cope, A.I.C.Crawford, M.J.D.Finzel, W.M.Gifford, C.C.H.Hammond, C.M.M.Hill, A.C.L.James, A.O.J.Shales A.J.Stewart

With an ominous forecast, the captains decided upon a 30-over match and it proved a very shrewd decision as the game was completed just before the heavens truly opened. The Club batted first and posted 209, thanks in part to a well-made half-century by Alan Cope. Other good contributions came from Max Finzel and Ant Shales. It was going to prove tricky to defend on a good pitch and the game was always in the balance, but the Martlets made it home in the final over.

Matt Banes

v Milton Abbey School 13th May


MCC (E.R.D.Nichols 54, T.S.C.Cooke 54) 214-3 decMilton Abbey School (J.F.Stedman 3-4, O.C.Powell 3-21) 56 all outMCC: D.M.Fry*, T.S.C.Cooke, J.R.Goode, M.O.Joyce, A.Keath, N.A.Le Bas, Lt.-Col.A.T.D.Lerwill, E.R.D.Nichols, O.C.Powell, J.F.Stedman, B.C.Thompson

v Dover College 14th May

Match abandoned

MCC: M.R.Lincoln*, A.E.Clark, M.Ennis, P.J.Furner, S.J.Hirst, A.M.Maurice, P.A.Motum, A.D.G.Neale, R.K.Rao, D.H.Stickels, L.G.Ward

v King’s School, Bruton 14th May

Match abandoned

MCC: F.L.Stewart*, A.D.Campbell, R.C.M.Davis, M.S.Fowler, O.R.Fowlston, R.Hadwick, W.Kylander, Lt.-Col.A.T.D.Lerwill, C.D.H.Palmer, B.C.Thompon, A.Tryfonos

v Barnard Castle School 15th May

Match abandoned

MCC: R.F.T.Musgrave*, R.C.Cowdrey, A.D.Glover, T.Hodson, Y.Judah, T.C.Lund, S.C.Mosey, N.G.M.Ramsay, J.D.Rigby, G.E.Rounthwaite, Y.Sert

v Cokethorpe School 15th May


MCC (M.J.Payne 81*) 205-4 decCokethorpe School (M.J.Payne 6-34) 138-9MCC: R.A.Evans*, P.G.Arnold, J.W.Barrett, D.J.Bowyer, I.M.Crosby, I.J.Curtis, W.H.R.Edwards, M.J.Payne, L.C.Ryan, G.D.L.Sandbach, M.J.Sheeran

MCC openers Edwards and Crosby batted well to put on 55 for the first wicket and when Crosby was bowled for 25, Bowyer arrived to enable MCC to reach 94 for 1 at lunch. After lunch, Payne and Bowyer increased the scoring rate with some fine strokes to bring up the declaration off 28 overs. Cokethorpe were soon in trouble, losing opener Stevens caught at mid-on for 8. Owen and Eltham took the score to 41 before Owen was bowled by Barrett for 20. Cokethorpe continued to lose wickets steadily but managed to hang on for a draw with the score on 138-9 at the close. Michael Payne’s debut was memorable with the ball as well as with the bat: 6 for 34 off 16 overs.

Rupert Evans

v Denstone College 15th May

Match abandoned

MCC: D.K.Pashley*, E.A.R.Bridgeman, J.W.R.Clayfield, D.S.Culbard, E.J.Foster, M.A.Gouldstone, C.R.Heiden, A.N.Mackelworth, J.R.McCredie, W.J.Mottram, J.R.Mountford

v Downside School 15th May

Match abandoned

MCC: M.P.Sage*, D.M.Barnes, R.C.M.Davis, C.D.Gange, A.Hamilton, M.O.Joyce, A.W.Mitchell, N.G.Potter, J.W.Skinner, B.D.Trotman, J.R.M.Wakefield


v University of London CC 21st May

Match drawn Toss: University of London CC

MCC (E.W.C.Gross 120*, E.J.Humphreys 66, J.Wickham 4-39) 229-4 decUniversity of London CC ( C.Briggs 64, Z.Muazzam 46,

A.Mohammed 4-25) 164-7MCC: A.R.Wilkinson*, L.Casey, E.W.C.Gross, M.J.Howeson, E.J.Humphreys, C.H.Leonard, A.Mohammed, Dr.S.Mohammed, J.P.C.Musgrave, G.G.Read

Having been inserted, MCC lost a quick wicket but this brought Ed Gross and Ed Humphreys together. The pair shared a 142-run stand before Humphreys was dismissed LBW for 66. Gross went on to make a very fine 120*, with University of London CC opening bowler Wickham taking 4-39. Charles Leonard and Glen Read were metronomic in the home side’s reply, each taking a wicket, as did Salman Mohammed, who was unlucky not to pick up more. The pick of the bowlers was Adnan Mohammed, taking 4-25 from 13 overs, and University of London CC finished on 164-7 to draw the game.

Tony Wilkinson

v Barnes CC 22nd May


Barnes CC (A.Johnson 112, T.Durrell 63*) 271-4 decMCC (D.C.Wynne-Griffith 62, A.G.B.Williams 51) 243-7MCC: O.B.Ratcliffe*, N.E.Defty, D.J.E.Oldham, M.M.Rajabali, T.D.Smith, C.T.Thomas, N.S.Trueman, M.G.F.Walker, B.H.Wigley, A.G.B.Williams, D.C.Wynne-Griffith

v Myerscough College 22nd May

MCC lost by 8 wickets Toss: Myerscough College

MCC (G.D.Dhar 71, D.Conroy 5-20) 140 all outMyerscough College (S.Shrasthra 56*, D.Williams 50*) 141-2MCC: N.J.Heaton*, L.J.Bedford, G.D.Dhar, J.P.Dixon, T.Hodson, D.A.Lees, I.L.Oakes, C.S.Ratcliffe, C.J.Riley, T.A.J.Smallwood, A.J.Syddall

v Burford School 23rd May


MCC (P.G.Gough 72, G.D.L.Sandbach 63, N.Wallington 3-14) 228-4 decBurford School (J.W.Barrett 5-36) 138-8MCC: J.J.Porter*, P.G.Arnold, J.W.Barrett, L.Bowles, P.G.Gough, J.H.C.Jenkins, A.W.A.McCulla, G.D.L.Sandbach, M.Toner

v Dollar Academy 23rd May


MCC (N.G.Ninan 70, F.G.G.Black 102*) 212-3 decDollar Academy (G.N.Quinn 3-20) 97 all outMCC: R.R.Watson*, M.W.Assiter, F.G.G.Black, J.G.A.Frost, R.A.G.Grant, J.A.M.Kerr, B.G.Lockie, N.G.Ninan, G.N.Quinn, M.H.Wells, C.M.Wright

v Epsom College 23rd May


MCC (J.W.Cramp 152*) 251-1 decEpsom College (H.Allen 49, I.Braithwaite 57*, E.Bekker 4-57) 195-7MCC: G.V.Grace*, E.Bekker, J.W.Cramp, O.J.Davey, M.Ennis, W.A.T.Gillions, C.H.Houlder, J.G.Knapper, R.D.A.Lammiman, C.Offer, P.M.Swift

v Refugee Cricket Project 23rd May

MCC won by 39 runs Toss: Refugee Cricket Project

MCC (L.A.Blackaby 61, S.D.J.Burge 61, Roman 3-41) 221-8 decRefugee Cricket Project (Masood 48, W.W.Moolman 3-53) 182 all outMCC: E.A.Alexander, D.W.Bates, L.A.Blackaby, S.D.J.Burge, K.Desai, A.S.Edmonds, P.J.Furner, S.Getkate, W.W.Moolman, M.G.Pether, J.West, J.R.G.Wilson

Having been inserted, MCC’s inning gained momentum after the loss of an early wicket, with positive contributions from Luke Blackaby and Sam Burge. The middle order maintained the scoring rate with MCC Young Cricketer Shane Getkate and James West enabling the innings to close on 221 for 8. To their credit, the Refugee Cricket Project kept a high level of energy and enthusiasm throughout their time in the field, with Roman and Ajabul providing the bowling highlights. Project opening

snapped up two quick wickets to swing the game back in the Club’s favour, but a series of lusty blows from Marshall gave the School the upper hand once again.

Probationer Powell was given the responsibility of bowling the final over with eight required, and when the second ball was launched over the rope at mid-wicket, the School looked set for a famous win. Two wickets and a dot ball, however, left them needing two from the last ball. Going for glory, Marshall was brilliantly caught in the deep by a full-stretch Edwards, falling for 97 and leaving the School agonisingly short of victory and the Club relieved to escape with a share of the spoils. Who says declaration cricket can’t be exciting?

Simon Smith

v Ipswich School 21st May


MCC (C.A.Swallow 57, H.Fiddes 3-14) 187-9 decIpswich School (C.Rule 48, C.A.Swallow 5-23, A.D.Campbell 3-40) 166 all outMCC: A.D.Douglas*, P.G.Arnold, A.D.Campbell, S.J.Childs, P.J.Douglas, T.W.E.Goodley, O.P.C.Magnus, C.I.Pether, S.R.Plater, C.A.Swallow, G.G.Warrington

ISLE OF WIGHT TOURv Isle of Wight CA 21st May


MCC (S.P.Naylor 82, T.Head 5-56) 228-8 decIsle of Wight CA (B.Duggan 97, B.R.Stephens 3-49) 205 all out

MCC: C.E.Sketchley*, R.E.Arthur, D.J.Cranfield-Thompson, R.J.Curzon-Thompson, A.Humayon, M.G.Miller, M.J.Morgan, S.P.Naylor, G.Russell, B.R.Stephens, A.P.Woodward

v Ryde School 22nd May

MCC won by191 runs Toss: MCC

MCC (H.E.Smallwood 70, R.E.Arthur 121*, J.Jayerajah 3-76) 248-6 decRyde School (C.May 5-2, A.P.Woodward 3-19) 57 all out

MCC: R.D.A.Lammiman*, R.E.Arthur, D.C.Briance, D.J.Cranfield-Thompson, N.A.Le Bas, C.May, S.P.Naylor, M.G.H.Page, C.E.Sketchley, H.E.Smallwood, A.P.Woodward

Following the loss of an early wicket (Page), Smallwood and Arthur set about building a big total. The 136-run partnership was finally broken when Smallwood was stumped by Ryde captain, Jayerajah. Arthur carried his bat through the MCC innings as the declaration was made at 248-6. Ryde got off to the worst possible start, losing Robinson to the first ball of the innings. Unfortunately matters only got worse as probationer Chris May ripped through the top order, finishing with figures of 5 for 2. May was ably supported by Woodward and Sketchley as Ryde tumbled to 57 all out. The resounding 191-run win provided MCC with a second victory in as many days.

Rob Lammiman

v Dorset “A” 23rd May


MCC (A.R.Keath 113, G.Holmes 125) 279-2 decDorset “A” (A.Butler 52, D.Hand 54, C.Quinn 53*, A.I.C.Crawford 3-18) 268-5

MCC: M.G.Miller*, A.I.C.Crawford, A.J.Donaldson, D.Fry, G.Holmes, A.R.Keath, W.R.G.Leith, Lt.-Col.A.T.D.Lerwill, T.J.Mynott, T.W.Wainwright, A.P.Woodward

v St. Lawrence College 21st May


MCC (M.J.Richardson 51) 195-4 decSt. Lawrence College ( Collins 70, Keeley 62, J.A.Froome 3-83,

D.K.Patching 3-34) 189-8MCC: J.Hodgson*, G.A.Aukett, D.P.Bartholomew, J.A.Froome, R.M.Neale, D.K.Patching, M.J.Sheeran, G.M.Stephens, M.J.Richardson


v Jersey Cricket Board 1st XI (50 overs) 26th May


Jersey Cricket Board 1st XI (D.A.Morrison 99, Hawkins-Kay 41*) 234-9MCC (C.J.Wake 60, P.Connolly 4-57) 235-8

MCC: G.D.James*, E.C.Ballard, W.U.Bruce, S.J.Childs, J.O.Evans, W.J.Rowe, A.E.Skeggs, T.S.Smith, W.Turner, T.W.Wainwright, C.J.Wake

v Jersey Island Academy (20 overs) 27th May

MCC lost by 6 wickets Toss: Jersey Island Academy

MCC 144-5Jersey Island Academy 145-4

MCC: G.D.James*, H.G.S.Bailey, E.C.Ballard, W.U.Bruce, P.M.P.Eckersley, J.O.Evans, A.W.Hawkins-Kay, D.A.Morrison, A.E.Skeggs, T.S.Smith, C.J.Wake

v Guernsey Cricket Board XI (20 overs) 28th May

MCC lost by 6 wickets Toss: Guernsey Cricket Board

MCC (E.C.Ballard 78) 136-3Guernsey Cricket Board (J.D.J.Frith 54, S.J.Childs 4-32) 139-4

MCC: G.D.James*, E.C.Ballard, S.J.Childs, J.O.Evans, A.W.Hawkins-Kay, D.A.Morrison, W.J.Rowe, C.H.Tomlinson, W.Turner, T.W.Wainwright, C.J.Wake

v Elizabeth College 29th May


MCC (W.Turner 89) 220-8 decElizabeth College (O.Nightingale 124*, A.W.Hawkins-Kay 5-57) 221-9

MCC: P.J.O’Reilly*, H.G.S.Bailey, W.U.Bruce, S.J.Childs, P.M.P.Eckersley, A.W.Hawkins-Kay, D.A.Morrison, W.J.Rowe, C.H.Tomlinson, W.Turner, T.W.Wainwright

v Guernsey Cricket Board XI (50 overs) 30th May


Guernsey Cricket Board (J.D.J.Frith 52, E.C.Ballard 4-49) 166 all outMCC (J.D.J.Frith 5-20) 167-8

MCC: G.D.James*, H.G.S.Bailey, E.C.Ballard, S.J.Childs, P.M.P.Eckersley, J.O.Evans, A.W.Hawkins-Kay, D.A.Morrison, C.H.Tomlinson, W.Turner, T.W.Wainwright

The Channel Islands Tour of 2013 was again a huge success for everyone involved. As always, MCC started the trip with an all-day game against Victoria College, Jersey. Fielding six probationers, MCC batted first and posted 231 for 4, with Morrison and Turner falling just short of half-centuries. Early wickets from Jersey’s own Hawkins-Kay gave the Club control of the game, though a fourth-wicket partnership from Gallichan and Jenner put the game back into the balance. Hawkins-Kay continued to strike but could not remove Luke Gallichan, who went on to make 117 before eventually falling to an outstanding catch in the deep. Victoria College managed to save the game as they finished on 195 for 9.

The Club then took on a pair of Jersey sides across consecutive days in 50- and 20-over matches. For the first of these encounters at Granville CC, two of the MCC tour party jumped ship for the day to play for their national side – and what an impact they had! Batting first Jersey’s Morrison struck 99 and Hawkins-Kay 41* against their Club. The MCC side always stayed in the game, taking wickets at key times, and restricted the home side to 234. Cameron Wake and Eddie Ballard got the visitors’ innings off to a great start, putting on 100 for the first wicket. Further good contributions in the middle set up a superb finish with Rowe and Childs seeing the Club home in the last over with two wickets in hand.

The T20 fixture saw the Club visit Farmers Field, a fantastic new venue on the island for cricket. MCC’s batting struggled to get going following the loss of an early wicket and, again, Wake and Ballard led the batting, although the consistent loss of wickets meant the Club could only post 144. Jersey set off at over ten runs per over, with even Tim Smith receiving some tap as they eased to a six wicket victory with two overs remaining, with all of their top four contributing nicely. That brought an end to the Jersey leg of the trip

batsman Masood took the attack to MCC, scoring a rapid 48. Roman increased the scoring rate, striking five fours and two sixes in his 34 but tried one hit too many and was bowled by Moolman’s left-arm spin. Having scored a hearty seven runs per over the Project were well-placed at 145 for 4. Accurate bowling by Luke Blackaby put the brakes on the innings, which fell away. It was a pleasure to play the Refugee Cricket Project, who showed by their positive cricket how much they enjoy playing the game.

Paul Bedford

v Stockport Grammar School 23rd MayMatch abandoned

MCC: D.J.Otway*, D.E.Atkin, A.M.Day, J.M.Fawcett, T.Hodson, T.A.A.Huddart, H.C.D.Hughes, C.S.Ratcliffe, N.K.B.Salmon, L.D.S.Smith, J.Steele

v Taunton School 23rd MayMCC won by 68 runs Toss: Taunton School

MCC (D.R.Martin 112, A.J.D.Broughton 65) 240-4 decTaunton School (G.Hallas 65, M.Kelly 45, L.A.Cooper 5-15) 172 all outMCC: M.H.Richards*, N.A.Baldwin, A.J.D.Broughton, J.Carson, L.A.Cooper, J.H.Duder, D.R.Martin, J.H.C.Jenkins, K.A.Parsons, O.E.Strong, T.D.Turner

Invited to bat on a good dry wicket, MCC made excellent pre-lunch progress. An imposing third wicket stand of 149, dominated by Martin and Broughton, was enough to enable a declaration after 46 overs. The School had battled hard in testing and extremely blustery conditions, when the umpires had to resort to dispensing with bails simply to keep the game moving!

Calmer conditions greeted Taunton’s reply and, despite the loss of an early wicket, the second wicket pair were disciplined, showing good shot selection. A stand of 103 provided a platform to chase down the target of 241. However, a careless wicket – an unfortunate run out at the non-striker’s end – meant that an innings rebuild was necessary. The School’s middle order didn’t quite have the application or techniques required and the innings came to a tame conclusion with the last five wickets falling for just 21 runs. The damage was inflicted by the wily non-turning off-spin of old boy Cooper, who took 5 for 15 in just four overs.

Miles Richards

v The Manchester Grammar School 24th MayMCC lost by 5 wickets Toss: MCC

MCC (J.R.Cutt 70*, M.Tulley 3-48) 173-5 decThe Manchester Grammar School ( L.Wolstenholme 67,

N.D.Anderson 3-36) 174-5MCC: J.D.Gray*, N.D.Anderson, D.E.Atkin, J.D.Bean, I.R.Cross, J.R.Cutt, A.J.Davis, D.R.Green, T.Hodson, S.Ogilby, J.Pinnington

On a slow wicket and with some tight bowling, MCC got off to a slow start. Showing excellent application, James Cutt was the glue of the innings and, after a rain break, the Club was able to declare with Cutt 70*. The School never looked in trouble from ball one, with Luke Wolstenholme and Matthew Tully at one point looking set for a nine-wicket conquest, but a late rally from MCC saw the School win by five wickets.

Jonathan Gray

v Haileybury 25th MayMatch drawn Toss: MCC

MCC (D.H.Kerry 50) 178 all outHaileybury (B.Spencer 68*, S.M.Prodger 3-64, M.A.E.Symonds 4-18) 173-8MCC: S.M.Prodger*, E.J.Alexander, C.E.Bennett-Baggs, J.Fielding, C.P.Harvey, C.M.M.Hill, R.A.Kemp, D.H.Kerry, M.Lench, J.R.L.Oram, M.A.E.Symonds

CHANNEL ISLANDS TOURv Victoria College 25th May


MCC (D.A.Morrison 48, W.Turner 47, W.J.Rowe 56*) 231-4 decVictoria College (L.Gallichan 117, A.W.Hawkins-Kay 3-30) 195-9

MCC: G.D.James*, H.G.S.Bailey, S.J.Childs, P.M.P.Eckersley, A.W.Hawkins-Kay, D.A.Morrison, P.J.O’Reilly, W.J.Rowe, A.E.Skeggs, W.Turner, T.W.Wainwright


v Guards CC 28th May

Match cancelled

MCC: B.J.Colbeck*, S.J.Bracey, L.Casey, M.Cooke, S.K.Dishon, J.A.Froome, N.D.Goh, P.J.Moran, E.P.Reynolds, G.Tidbury, P.D.C.Wise

SOUTHERN IRELAND SCHOOLS WEEKv Munster Development XI 28th May


MCC (D.R.Lucas 73, E.Ahmed 82, R.J.Mitchell 46*) 266-3 decMunster Development XI ( R.Russell 63, A.Morshed 60,

P.Saville 4-33) 244 all out

MCC: R.M.Henson*, E.Ahmed, A.T.D.Cullen, T.Hodson, D.R.Lucas, K.A.McDonald, R.J.Mitchell, P.E.O’Donnell, P.Saville, I.J.Synnott, T.J.Williamson

v Leinster Schools 29th May


MCC (E.Ahmed 52, D.A.J.Rigby 57) 183-7 decLeinster Schools (J.Tector 58, S.Dutt 3-32, K.A.McDonald 3-21) 127 all out

MCC: R.M.Henson*, E.Ahmed, B.Coghlan, A.T.D.Cullen, S.Dutt, T.Hodson, D.R.Lucas, K.A.McDonald, R.J.Mitchell, D.A.J.Rigby, P.Saville

Some favourable early bowling conditions allowed the Leinster

Schools side to take early wickets. Good batting from Dominic

Rigby and Ehtesham Ahmed helped MCC to declare on 183 for

7 after 35 overs. The opposition started their run chase well, with

notable contributions from J. Tector (58) and A. Bailey (27), but

fine bowling spells from Sameer Dutt and Kenneth McDonald

meant that Leinster were bowled out in 32 overs.

Robert Henson and Peter O’Donnell

v Leinster U19s (45 overs) 30th May


MCC (D.R.Lucas 50, D.A.J.Rigby 51, B.Coghlan 70) 298-6Leinster U19s ( R.A.Forrest 74, K.A.McDonald 3-41,

E.Ahmed 3-34) 266 all out

MCC: R.M.Henson*, E.Ahmed, B.Coghlan, A.T.D.Cullen, S.Dutt, D.R.Lucas, K.A.McDonald, R.J.Mitchell, P.O’Donnell, D.A.J.Rigby, P.Saville

v Irish Universities 31st May


MCC (R.Strydom 50, A.R.Dunlop 48, A.Blain 3-39) 184 all outIrish Universities (R.Forrest 51*, A.Anwar 49*) 186-4

MCC: R.M.Henson*, E.Ahmed, B.Coghlan, A.T.D.Cullen, A.R.Dunlop, S.Dutt, K.A.McDonald, R.J.Mitchell, P.O’Donnell, R.Strydom, D.A.J.Rigby

The beautiful setting of College Park in central Dublin played

host to the final game of the tour. Reinhardt Strydom top-scored with

a half-century for MCC, aided by notable contributions from former

Irish International Angus Dunlop (48) and probationer Ehtesham

Ahmed (39). Afer some inspiring words at the tea interval, the Irish

Universities started well. Fine unbeaten knocks by R. Forrest and

A.Anwar allowed the Universities to chase down the MCC score for

the loss of just four wickets.

Robert Henson and Peter O’Donnell

v Ormskirk School 29th May


MCC (D.J.Jackson 50, M.S.Glayzer 56*, G.Perry 3-38, R.Dickinson 3-9) 188-8 decOrmskirk Grammar School (P.J.Nicholson 3-10) 82 all outMCC: J.Anustrong, M.Baker, M.S.Glayzer, D.Green,N.Heathcliffe Core, D.J.Jackson, P.J.Nicholson, C.Ratcliffe, C.Riley, M.Sharp, N.Wells

with honours even; though there was time for some quiet reflection before the boat crossing that evening.

The weather forecast looked considerably better than the previous year, when the Club did not bowl a ball in Guernsey. Unfortunately MCC’s T20 form continued as the home side won the toss and bowled first on a bowler-friendly wicket. Ballard showed his class yet again as he struck 78 in a total of 136. Guernsey came out and struck the ball very well in the powerplay overs to get ahead of the rate early. Simon Childs collected outstanding figures of 4 for 32 showing pace and control, but 54 from veteran Jeremy Frith held the home side’s innings together as they won by six wickets.

College Fields ground was the stunning location for the fifth fixture of the tour, against Elizabeth College. Captained by veteran tourist Paul O’Reilly, MCC batted first on a great surface, with William Turner top-scoring as the Club posted 220 for 8. Elizabeth College put partnerships together and even though the Club took wickets the home side kept on coming, their innings held together by Nightingale’s unbeaten century. On the last ball, with the College nine wickets down, all three results were possible and a single struck through the fielders ensured a stunning victory.

The last game of the trip, against Guernsey in the 50-over format, was a low scoring affair. Having won the toss, the Club elected to field, a decision soon vindicated as Childs and Hawkins-Kay struck early. This was followed up by key middle overs from James and Ballard as the home side were 166 all out. A strong batting side saw MCC reach the total with overs to spare to clinch a vital victory at the end of the tour.

Gareth James

v King’s School, Rochester 26th May


MCC (D.J.Chambers 70, A.S.Edmonds 67, M.L.Creese 66) 227-4 decKing’s School (J.Carslaw 48) 191 all outMCC: W.T.D.Hanson*, L.T.Bailey, D.J.Chambers, J.L.Cowdrey, M.L.Creese, A.S.Edmonds, C.P.Hart, J.S.Masters, R.Pandya, S.Salisbury, S.E.Smith

v Uppingham Rovers CC (150th Anniversary) 26th May


MCC (G.D.Hofbauer 109) 217-8 decUppingham Rovers CC (H.Hughes 56, S.Pearson 51) 218-6MCC: R.J.Pack*, R.Bolstridge, J.R.Cade, D.I.Goodson, G.D.Hofbauer, P.J.Harman, R.P.Hodson, R.M.James, A.J.Stewart, B.H.F.Stroud, R.E.Walker

MCC South East (Sussex) v MCC South East (Kent) 27th May

MCC South East (Sussex) won by 63 runs Toss: MCC South East (Sussex)

MCC South East (Sussex) (T.J.W.Finzel 53, M.Tomset 124) 246-6 decMCC South East (Kent) (J.Howie 5-67) 183 all outMCC South East (Sussex) Team: B.Smith*, M.J.Banes, A.D.Edwards, T.J.W.Finzel, C.M.Grammer, C.P.Hart, G.A.Hobden, J.Howie, M.Tomsett, T.van Noort, M.J.White

MCC South East (Kent) Team: S.Salisbury*, E.Bekker, L.A.Blackaby, J.W.Cramp, T.E.Goodworth, W.T.D.Hanson, T.F.C.Harvey, A.D.G.Neale, T.W.Parsons, K.Pearson, J.M.Robinson

v Scottish Students XI 27th May

Match abandoned Toss: Scottish Students XI

Scottish Students XI 8-1MCC: N.G.Ninan*, F.G.G.Black, H.Conradie, S.Conradie, J.S.C.Galloway, F.J.H.Irwin, J.E.Lowe, S.J.Mackay, C.D.Martin, M.A.Parker, A.J.B.Stokes

v St. Benedict’s School 27th May


MCC (T.J.Sharpe 45*, D.Howe 5-36) 214 all outSt. Benedict’s School (D.Terblanche 3-11, A.Howorth 3-12) 75 all outMCC: L.R.F.Stoughton*, N.A.Chohan, J.I.W.Gatting, R.W.Haxby, A.Howorth, N.G.Hurst, J.A.Mote, J.K.Rao, J.Rasheed, T.J.Sharpe, D.Terblanche


came out playing their shots and quickly assumed a formidable run rate. MCC’s bowlers did well to pin them back in the middle of the innings through some accurate bowling and wickets taken, but could not clinch the key wicket of C. Kirby, who played an excellent innings to take his side past the MCC total. He was unbeaten on 111 as the University of Kent recorded a three-wicket victory.

Dan Patching

v University of York CC 2nd June

MCC won by 44 runs Toss: University of York CC

MCC (S.D.Burdett 90) 189-9 decUniversity of York CC (C.Alsop 62, S.D.Burdett 5-9) 145 all outMCC: M.I.Mortimer*, L.J.Bedford, S.D.Burdett, M.N.Burdett, A.L.T.Kay, S.J.Lambert, T.C.Lund, E.J.Murrills, J.R.Oldham, P.Patel, S.Pathak

The first shock was the weather. Following last year’s torrential downpours and widespread flooding, the MCC side was greeted with brilliant sunshine and ideal cricket conditions. The decision by the home side to put MCC in to bat turned out to be a very shrewd assessment of the wicket which, on initial inspection, showed good grass coverage and was soft-to-firm. The University attack began by relieving the Club of their top order and, with MCC at 48 for 5, the decision to field was looking extremely good. However, Stephen Burdett (90) dug deep and worked tirelessly to get himself in and acclimatise to the conditions presented to him, and when Andrew Kay joined him, a partnership was formed, with the pair putting on 116 runs. The end of the innings was bolstered by the tail, leaving MCC to close on 189 for 9 off 49.2 overs.

Conditions for batting were by now improving and the pitch had started to firm up and dry out, meaning that, if previous years’ experiences were anything to go by, it would be a close battle. However, early wickets from James Oldham put the home team on the back foot from the start. His opening partner, Tom Lund, worked hard and bowled tight lines for little reward. Three of the home team batsmen were able to get starts but only one went on to score heavily. The ultimate downfall was a lack of partnerships, meaning wickets fell steadily throughout the innings.

The University of York’s demise was in no small part due to the fantastic performance of Stephen Burdett, whose magnificent spell earned him 5 for 9 off nine overs. The icing on the cake for MCC and Stephen was that of the tenth wicket being taken by the final delivery of the day. This brought to an end a good day’s cricket and a fantastic first MCC appearance by Burdett.

Mike Mortimer

v University of Southampton CC 4th June


MCC (W.D.B. Phillips 53, N.A.Le Bas 52*) 250-7 decUniversity of Southampton CC ( R.McSweeney-Atkins 53, J.C.Richards 4-59,

R.Bhome 4-61) 204 all outMCC: R.A.Franklin*, R.Bhome, A.S.Edmonds, W.J.T.Follett, A.Geldenhuys, N.A.Le Bas, M.J.Howeson, T.J.Mynott, S.M.Parsons, W.D.B.Phillips, J.C.Richards

MCC won a competitive fixture at the Ageas Bowl largely through the batting contributions of Will Phillips and Nigel Le Bas, with Stuart Parsons and Will Follett pitching in to help MCC reach 250 for 7. On a difficult surface for the bowlers, the evergreen Tim Mynott struck early, but it was the spin attack of ex-Southampton University student James Richards and Rahul Bhome that really turned the game in the Club’s favour as the University of Southampton were bowled out for 204 with two overs to spare.

Rob Franklin

v Britannia Royal Navy College 5th June


MCC (W.R.G.Leith 79, S.D.Needham 62, A.C.Griffiths 81) 316-5 decBritannia Royal Navy College (J.Rhodes 3-25) 62 all outMCC: N.A.Baldwin, D.J.Bostock, R.C.M.Davis, J.L.Francis, A.C.Griffiths, C.H.Houlder, J.S.Houlder, W.R.G.Leith, S.D.Needham, J.Rhodes, B.C.Thompson

In recent years, the high Operational tempo across Defence has seen this fixture postponed and cancelled a number of times and it was fantastic to see this fixture starting to come on to an even keel. Whilst the standard of

With heavy rain forecast at 3 p.m., it was decided to re-organise the game into a 40-over match, with the traditional lengthy lunch delayed until after the match. The Club batted first and progressed steadily thanks to Dan Jackson and Matty Glayzer. The innings closed at 188 for 8, with George Perry and England Development Under-15 girl Rachel Dickinson the pick of the bowlers. The School were well set at 63 for 3 but collapsed to 82 all out.

John Armstrong

v Alexandra Park CC (125th Anniversary) 30th May


MCC (T.Deacon 51, L.Samarasinghe 79) 189-6 decAlexandra Park CC (T.E.Savill 4-5, S.J.Bracey 3-8) 53 all outMCC: T.S.Matharu*, A.Akram, D.A.Atkinson, S.J.Bracey, L.Casey, T.Deacon, J.A.King, C.H.Leonard, L.Samarasinghe, T.E.Savill, J.S.Smith

Faced with grey skies and pond-like puddles in the car park, the prospects of play in the 125th Anniversary match seemed rather remote. However, the combined efforts of the Alexandra Park players and others enabled play to commence after a rather early and splendid lunch. With the damp wicket aiding the bowlers, MCC’s opening batsmen worked hard to take the score to 75 before Torquil Deacon was out for a fighting 51. Probationer Samarasinghe contributed 79 to enable the Club to declare at 189 for 6, permitting Alexandra a generous time to the close.

All thought of a home victory was dismissed quickly together with the Alexandra Park top order, who were never able to get on top of some first class bowling. Tom Savill excelled with 4 for 5, ably assisted by Sam Bracey with 3 for 8. As the skies began to clear, the last Alexandra Park batsman was dismissed and MCC claimed a victory by 136 runs.

Tony Matharu

v Beddington CC (150th Anniversary) 30th May


MCC (R.K.Rao 54, P.J.Furner 49, N.Lack 3-44) 174-5 decBeddington CC (P.P.Knight 3-40) 178-5MCC: T.B.J.Beagent*, W.Davies, J.A.Froome, P.J.Furner, G.D.Hicks, A.Jaffer, J.G.Knapper, P.P.Knight, R.K.Rao, P.D.C.Wise, J.J.Wyatt

v Bryanston School 30th May

Match abandoned

MCC: G.A.Bucknell*, G.A.Adair, P.G.Arnold, N.Batcheler, G.W.Ecclestone, N.J.Hadcock, J.W.Irwin-Brown, A.J.Mead, M.H.Richards, O.E.Strong, A.M.Synnott

v Hereford Cathedral School 30th May

Match abandoned

MCC: W.J.Clarke*, M.P.Briers, D.T.Cotter, O.J.Davey, H.R.C.Dawson, B.W.Gannon, P.G.Gough, A.Hamilton, D.R.McCarthy, A.P.Thomas, M.Tilt

v Radley College 30th May

Match abandoned

MCC: M.R.Bellhouse*, N.J.S.Buchanan, H.N.E.Campbell, C.S.G.Cooke, H.Foster, S.J.Foster, N.Freeborn, R.M.James, M.J.Payne, N.G.M.Ramsay, J.H.Walters

v Cumbria Cricket Board U17s 31st May


MCC 219-6 decCumbria Cricket Board U17s ( A.Hart 54, A.R.Wilson 5-76,

J.R.Cutt 3-45) 197 all outMCC: T.E.H.Prime*, N.R.Bolton, S.R.Clement, R.J.Cross, J.R.Cutt, D.R.Green, M.R.Hadwin, D.C.Mulholland, A.C.Murray, R.P.Singh, A.R.Wilson

v University of Kent CC 2nd June


MCC (A.E.Clark 52) 201-8 decUniversity of Kent CC (C.Kirby 111) 202-7MCC: D.K.Patching*, D.J.Chambers, J.Champion, A.E.Clark, T.H.Kopelman, J.E.G.Lincoln, M.R.Lincoln, A.M.Maurice, A.W.J.Middleton, H.O.Sims, S.E.Smith

Making first use of a two-paced wicket at the University of Kent, MCC declared on 201 for 8, with opener Clark accumulating 52. The University


v Strathallan School 9th June

MCC lost by 4 wickets Toss: Strathallan School

MCC (F.G.G.Black 69, J.T.Ritchie 5-42) 181 all outStrathallan School (A.R.Wilson 3-65) 183-6MCC: S.T.Crawley*, F.G.G.Black, F.W.G.Burnett, D.Cornforth, J.S.Gray, G.Hariharan, D.C.Hill, B.G.Lockie, D.N.R.Phillip, A.Steele, A.R.Wilson

The probationer openers Burnett and Black made the most of a fast outfield to find the boundary regularly. Burnett had reached a stylish 30 when he became the first of Ritchie’s victims with the score at 49. Black and Lockie took the score to 137 in good time before Black fell for a well-constructed 69. MCC went into lunch feeling comfortable at 160 for 4. However, all out for 181 (losing the last three wickets for zero runs) in 36.4 overs was not the plan! Wilson running out Lockie started the rot, and Ritchie, a promising strapping age-group rugby player, mopped up the tail to finish with 5 for 42 off 10.4 overs, including a very good caught and bowled. On a good wicket, MCC needed to take regular Strathallan wickets. Wilson bowled well and two quick wickets kept MCC in the hunt. A great spell from Gray caused a collapse and gave the Club hope as the School slumped from 140 for 3 to 149 for 6. However some lusty blows from the lower order meant the home side knocked the runs off in 50 overs with time to spare. Wilson picked up 3 for 65 from 22 overs, but the boys had all chipped in and deserved their win.

Stephen Crawley

GLASGOW SCHOOLS WEEK

v Hutcheson’s Grammar School 11th June

MCC won by 165 runs Toss: Hutcheson’s Grammar School

MCC (C.A.Young 100*) 211-2 decHutcheson’s Grammar School (H.G.Munsey 3-4) 46 all outMCC: G.I.Maiden*, A.M.G.Brock, H.M.Chaudhry, J.A.Collister, J.R.Edwards, G.Hariharan, H.G.Munsey, R.T.Routray, Abdul Sabri, I.G.Worth, C.A.Young

v The High School of Glasgow 12th June

Match abandoned

MCC: D.R.Lockhart*, A.Baum, F.G.G.Black, A.M.G.Brock, F.W.G.Burnett, G.Hariharan, A.Hill, C.D.Martin, S.Nanthakumaran, A.Sabri, C.A.Young

v Glasgow Academy 13th June


MCC (F.G.G.Black 105*, D.J.Pinkstone 64*, A.M.G.Brock 49) 253-3 decThe Glasgow Academy (B.A.Mazzucco 46, N.I.S.Jones 3-11) 172-9

MCC: D.R.Lockhart*, A.J.L.Baum, F.G.G.Black, A.M.G.Brock, S.T.Crawley, M.N.Forbes, G.Hariharan, N.I.S.Jones, I.G.Kennedy, D.J.Pinkstone, A.D.Simpson

Probationer Fergus Black and Alex Baum batted steadily early on before Baum was caught behind for 17. Black played himself in well while Andrew Brock batted very positively at the other end before being bowled behind his legs sweeping one short of a fifty. Black was beginning to pick up the tempo and Dylan Pinkstone joined him in an excellent unbroken 123-run partnership full of entertaining stroke-play and good running between the wickets.

Black followed his hundred with a sharp slip catch off the bowling of Nigel Jones on the third ball of Glasgow Academy’s innings. An attritional period of cricket followed before the introduction of left-arm spinner Andrew Brock brought a wicket with his third ball. A couple of quick wickets preceded an excellent partnership of 89 between Ben Mazzucco and Usman Imran, who both took the attack to the MCC bowling. Mazzucco in particular played some impressive strokes and demonstrated a fantastic eye. You couldn’t keep Black out of the game though; he broke the partnership by yorking Mazzucoo and a flurry of wickets ensued. Four overs remained when the ninth wicket fell but the last pair batted resolutely and Glasgow Academy held on for the draw.

Douglas Lockhart

the opposition was fairly weak, this will be resolved for 2014 with a more intelligent dovetailing of the MCC and Navy Cricket fixture lists, coupled with the reduction in troop numbers in Afghanistan. A comfortable win for MCC was marked by some silky batting by probationers Needham (himself a Royal Marines/Combined Services player) and Leith before some neat bowling by, amongst others, leg-spinning titan probationer Houlder saw the Club home safely.

Cliff Dare

v British Fire Service CC 5th June


MCC (B.Richardson 49, A.Morris 3-57) 204-8 decBritish Fire Service CC (C.James 77, G.W.Batty 3-75, T.Common 4-21) 208-8MCC: D.J.Adams*, G.W.Batty, E.Common, T.Common, J.Ellis, A.Quarrell, B.Richardson, W.Ritzema, W.Taylor, W.Urwin, D.Waters

v George Watson’s College 5th June


MCC (M.W.Assiter 85, F.G.G.Black 63*) 237-4 decGeorge Watson’s College (C.A.Cash 59*, M.W.Assiter 3-34) 172 all outMCC: D.Cornforth*, M.D.Angerlin, M.W.Assiter, F.G.G.Black, S.R.Dryden, A.M.G.Little, M.S.A.Miller, M.A.Parker, R.T.Routray, A.J.B.Stokes, B.G.Williamson

v Neath Port Talbot College 5th June


MCC (B.L.Wadlan 64, F.R.H.John 113*) 288-6 decNeath Port Talbot College (L.P.Burns 3-16) 215 all outMCC: S.A.Morris*, L.P.Burns, A.J.Dalton, T.Dalton, A.P.Davies, J.L.Davis, F.R.H.John, R.L.Morgan, J.W.Steptoe, T.D.Turner, B.L.Wadlan

v Oxford University Authentics CC 7th June


MCC (C.A.Smith 100*, H.R.Edwards 81, E.W.C.Gross 50*) 265-5 decOxford University Authentics CC (E.J.Alexander 5-32) 174-8MCC: A.F.Gofton*, E.J.Alexander, L.Casey, J.R.Cockroft, K.J.Desai, H.R.Edwards, A.Geldenhuys, E.W.C.Gross, C.A.Homewood, A.W.A.McCulla, C.A.Smith

MCC and the Authentics enjoyed a full day’s competitive cricket under clear skies at the Parks. MCC’s 265 for 5 in 50.1 overs was largely due to an unbeaten 100 from Chris Smith (who carried his bat), an attacking 81 from 65 balls from probationer Henry Edwards and 50* from 38 balls from fellow probationer Ed Gross. Left-handed Smith was in complete control and didn’t offer a chance, whilst Edwards and Gross each showed an array of shots on both sides of the wicket against a decent bowling attack. On a flat wicket, the Authentics were reduced to 37 for 5 by some skilful bowling from probationers Ted Alexander and Kunal Desai. Alexander ended up taking 5 for 32 from 15 enthusiastic overs. Chris Smith followed up his batting exploits with controlled off-spin that yielded 2 for 6. MCC fielded with energy and didn’t drop a catch, but the Authentics managed to bat out for a draw.

Alan Gofton

v Wokingham CC 7th June


MCC 242-8 decWokingham CC (Shaw 45, J.A.Froome 6-41) 151 all outMCC: R.G.R.Barlow*, A.K.Evans-Gordon, J.A.Froome, S.J.Hirst, A.R.Maddock, W.J.A.McDonald, W.M.E.Denselow, S.J.Mankee, Aalok Soni, A.J.L.Wales, J.A.Woollhead

v Durham University 2nd XI 9th June


MCC (J.Ritzema 85*, J.Rowett 3-45) 208-6 decDurham University 2nd XI (T.Harvey 73, S.P.Naylor 6-36) 189 all outMCC: T.E.J.Cooper*, A.J.Bowker, O.J.Davey, M.D.Harrison, A.W.A.McCulla, D.C.Mulholland, S.P.Naylor, J.Ritzema, D.J.F.Shuffe, H.E.Smallwood, C.J.Wedgewood


MCC: N.H.Grice*, N.A.Chohan, H.Foster, G.E.M.Graham, R.M.Graham, D.R.W.Irens, M.Lench, W.D.B.Phillips, M.M.Rajabali, P.Shaw, J.C.E.Shuttle

On a cloudy morning, the Club made steady progress on a difficult wicket that offered assistance to the seamers and had some irregular bounce. Accurate seam and spin bowling by Bradfield meant that MCC kept losing wickets and were unable to score quickly. Four down before lunch, they continued to find it difficult to up the run rate after the break. For Bradfield College, Smithson produced some accurate seam bowling and his 3 for 46 came from 15 overs. MCC’s lack of seam bowling on a seamer-friendly wicket was exposed and, despite losing wickets on a regular basis, Bradfield scored quickly, reaching their target for the loss of just four wickets and with plenty of time to spare. Captain Ryan Higgins batted beautifully, finishing on 91*.

Nigel Grice

MCC East Anglia v MCC East Midlands (S.A. Bradford Memorial Game) 14th June

MCC East Midlands won by 7 wickets Toss: MCC East Midlands

MCC East Anglia (O.Burford 48) 171-7 decMCC East Midlands (M.A.Gouldstone 85*) 172-3MCC East Anglia Team: S.J.B.Livermore*, R.J.Austin, O.Burford, C.S.Dring, D.I.Goodson, C.Jones, W.H.R.Edwards, A.Kennedy, A.T.A.Martin, B.H.F.Stroud, C.H.Tomlinson

MCC East Midlands Team: T.M.Jack*, C.D.Berrill, R.Bolstridge, J.W.R.Clayfield, M.A.Gouldstone, C.R.Heiden, G.N.Jackson, T.Kirk, R.J.Pack, A.D.Sears, O.J.D.Swann

A wonderful day was put on at Sleaford CC in this memorial game for the long-serving Sleaford, Lincolnshire and MCC cricketer, Stephen Bradford. Both teams were treated to fantastic lunchtime hospitality in the marquee, for which 400 tickets had been sold to raise money for cancer research in Stephen’s memory. MCC East Anglia’s innings was interrupted on three occasions by showers making a declaration difficult. However, the sun shone for the East Midlands’ innings and they got home relatively easily with three overs to spare as Gouldstone top-scored with 85*.

Mark Rollinson

v Sidcup CC 14th June


MCC (J.E.Pratt 60, J.S.Masters 79, C.Jerrom 3-19) 201-6 decSidcup CC (I.Bryce 88, X.P.M.Darroch 4-83) 202-9MCC: J.F.Barr*, J.Champion, A.E.Clark, J.L.Cowdrey, X.P.M.Darroch, N.S.Jones, J.G.Knapper, J.E.G.Lincoln, J.S.Masters, J.E.Pratt, A.G.B.Williams

v Stewart’s Melville College 14th June

MCC lost by 6 wickets Toss: Stewart’s Melville College

MCC (H.J.R.Philip 54, M.S.A.Miller 3-20) 222-7 decStewart’s Melville College (M.D.Angelini 51, S.C.Docherty 135*) 223-4MCC: S.J.Davidson*, M.W.Assiter, R.Flannigan, N.I.S.Jones, P.J.S.Legget, A.M.J.Little, B.G.Lockie, C.D.Martin, J.S.D.Moffat, N.J.Peet, H.J.R.Philip

v Esher CC 16th June


MCC (K.T.Medlycott 49*) 183-9 decEsher CC (M.Hopkinson 97, J.S.Gray 3-11) 179-9MCC: K.T.Medlycott*, A.Banerjee, R.Chaudhuri, J.S.Gray, C.J.Hellings, G.D.Hicks, P.Salt, J.E.Tall, A.G.B.Williams, J.Woodroof, W.H.Young

This was a closely fought contest on a day which started in dank conditions but finished in glorious sunshine. MCC batted first and found the Esher attack to be a daunting one. A fighting innings by Chaudhuri gave a little solidity to the top and middle order and a strong finish by the lower order of Young, Williams and captain Medlycott left Esher to chase 184. The pace of the “flying Scotsman” John Gray got MCC off to a great start and his figures of 3 for 11 were well justified. James Woodroof grabbed a brace, but Esher clawed their way back into the match. With MCC deploying the spin twins, Tall and Medlycott, the game reached a crescendo as Esher’s Mark Hopkinson played the innings of the match. Six was needed off the last ball to win, but it was not to be and Esher had to make do with a single for the draw.

Keith Medlycott

Winchester College 11th June

Match abandoned

MCC: J.R.Irvine-Fortescue*, E.A.R.Bridgeman, S.R.A.Cheetham, A.J.Donaldson, J.T.E.Essex, N.A.Le Bas, A.H.Lewis, C.D.Paget, T.D.Smith, J.H.Walters, J.O.Weaving

v Lord Wandsworth College 12th June

Match abandoned Toss: Lord Wandsworth College

MCC (W.R.G.Leith 62, W.D.B.Phillips 115*) 236-2 decLord Wandsworth College 88-2MCC: J.M.Rea-Palmer*, N.A.Chohan, M.W.D.Godden, J.G.Knapper, P.P.Knight, W.R.G.Leith, J.A.D.Lumsden, W.D.B.Phillips, M.M.Rajabali, J.P.Stephenson, W.H.Young

Given the recent weather conditions it was testament to the School and the Groundstaff that any play was possible in this fixture. Under gloomy skies, the Club batted first and compiled a competitive total of 236 for the loss of two wickets. Will Leith batted stylish for 62 whilst another Will – Will Phillips – imposed his mark on the game with a fine unbeaten 115. This allowed MCC to declare a little early, after 44 overs, given the inclement weather around. The School were well set at 88 for 2 when the fine drizzle that had been falling for much of the afternoon turned heavy and prolonged, bringing a premature end to proceedings – a shame, as another tight finish looked on the cards.

Jon Rea-Palmer

v SGS College (formerly Filton College) 12th June

Match abandoned

MCC: H.C.R.Bowles, T.S.C.Cooke, M.S.Fowler, R.Hardwick, T.P.S.Hughes, E.J.M.Singleton, T.Shiu, G.M.Stephens, O.E.Strong, T.Turner, T.Williams

v St. George’s College 12th June

MCC won by 71 runs Toss: St.George’s College

MCC (O.M.Slipper 78, J.Betts 68) 202-4 decSt. George’s College (G.A.G.Henderson 6-28) 131 all outMCC: N.M.G.Hoyle*, N.J.Armstrong, M.Betts, S.J.Erwee, C.K.Glasper, C.W.G.Goldsmith, G.A.G.Henderson, A.M.T.Janmohammed, M.G.H.Page, S.W.K.Shannon, O.M.Slipper

v University of Bristol CC 12th June

Match drawn Toss: University of Bristol CC

MCC (S.A.Brewer 81*, F.R.H.John 101) 228-4 decUniversity of Bristol CC (S.A.Brewer 3-3) 82-9MCC: A.N.Harris*, S.A.Brewer, S.J.Childs, T.D.Cullen, B.M.Figuerido, F.R.H.John, M.O.Joyce, K.A.Lock, J.P.Mills, N.G.Potter, W.J.J.Rowe

The University of Bristol CC invited MCC to bat on a wicket offering some early assistance to the seamers due to the 10 a.m. start. The game changed when John strode to the wicket. He and Brewer put on an entertaining 160-run partnership for the third wicket before John was dismissed for 101. His acceleration after lunch allowed the Club to declare at 228 for 4 from 45 overs. Joyce and Childs opened the bowling and soon reduced the University to 16 for 2. The introduction of Brewer and Potter into the attack continued the home side’s slide to 56 for 6 as four quick wickets fell, John taking three catches at slip. Despite bowling 22 overs in the last hour it only brought about another three wickets. The wily Harris had an LBW turned down from the last ball, but the students clung on to the draw.

Alex Harris

v Worksop College 12th June


MCC (D.MacLean 4-47, C.Blatherwick 4-36) 198 all outWorksop College 88-2MCC: W.J.D.Thompson*, W.Butler, M.E.Cassar, J.Colton, M.J.Deane, J.L.Ede, G.D.Harry, M.I.Langord, K.S.Newbold, M.E.Root, A.D.Sears

v Bradfield College 14th June


MCC (W.D.B.Phillips 45, Smithson 3-46) 169-6 decBradfield College (R.Higgins 91*) 171-4


v Hurstpierpoint College 18th June


MCC (J.Howie 52*) 189-7 decHurstpierpoint College (M.Campopiano 92*, J.Wilkes-Green 46) 192-3MCC: J.B.Sadler*, T.R.W.Carr, A.H.Cox, J.S.Cox, T.P.J.Dodd, W.D.G.Dunn, G.A.Hobden, J.Howie, J.P.C.Jupp, E.J.Murrills, H.O.Sims

Faced with a green wicket and very overcast conditions (with sunshine promised later), MCC nevertheless batted first. Hurstpierpoint bowled very tightly and restricted the Club’s batsmen to two an over until lunch. After lunch, acceleration was required and this caused a few wickets to tumble. However, 189 was a respectable score given the conditions, with James Howie and Tim Dodd the main run scorers. After a fair declaration of 50 overs, the visitors bowled aggressively against the College’s openers and soon had a wicket. However, the sun came out and the wicket dried, transforming into a very different batting surface. Marcus Campopiano scored a well-crafted 92* to guide Hurstpierpoint to victory in the penultimate over.

James Lamb

v St. Ambrose College 18th June


MCC (C.S.Ratcliffe 51, L.D.S.Smith 58) 157-4 decSt. Ambrose College (P.R.Chapman 3-9, M.A.Marfani 3-4) 68 all outMCC: R.C.Kitzinger*, P.R.Chapman, A.M.Day, N.J.H.Fielden, T.Hodson, M.A.Marfani, C.S.Ratcliffe, L.D.S.Smith, D.J.Otway, O.J.Uffindall, A.D.West

The School restricted MCC to 157 for 4 through some excellent bowling and enthusiastic fielding. Simon Ratcliffe anchored the MCC innings with 51 and Luke Smith gave impetus to the score with an excellent 58. Once Paul Chapman had dented the School’s top order they never recovered and were 68 all out with the wickets shared by MCC’s bowlers.

Rupes Kitzinger

v The Bishop’s Stortford High School 18th June


MCC (A.J.L.Wales 87, S.M.S.Davies 63*, B.Jacklin 3-18) 210-3 decThe Bishop’s Stortford High School 136 all outMCC: A.Richardson*, C.G.Arnold, D.P.Bartholomew, S.M.S.Davies, M.R.Hammond, A.Holdgate, B.D.Jacklin, T.H.Kopelman, T.S.Smith, A.J.L.Wales, M.Wild

v The King’s School, Ely 18th June


MCC (J.C.T.Collins 71, R.G.Craze 90*, T.W.E.Goodley 85*) 290-3 decThe King’s School (O.Jones 82, C.H.Holder 6-54) 214 all outMCC: N.W.Ferrari-Curran*, C.Beeden, J.C.T.Collins, R.G.Craze, T.W.E.Goodley, D.I.Goodson, J.J.N.Heywood, C.H.Holder, R.M.James, M.A.Kay

v The Leys School 18th June


MCC (A.S.Ansari 46, E.C.Dodson 62, O.Lawson 7-65) 220 all outThe Leys School ( M.Mniszko 56, O.Lawson 53,

J.I.Hay 6-53, B.S.Shepperson 4-42) 206 all outMCC: S.H.Aldous*, A.S.Ansari, R.J.Catley, E.C.Dodson, P.J.Douglas, J.I.Hay, S.J.B.Livermore, O.P.C.Magnus, C.I.Pether, B.S.Shepperson, W.Turner

On a warm and sultry day, Shepperson and Ansari got the Club off to a quick start. The highlight of the innings was a well-struck 62 from Ed Dodson with support from James Hay. The Leys School’s bowling was based around the excellent Oliver Lawson, who ended up with fantastic figures of 7 for 65 off 19.2 overs. At the start of the School’s innings, wickets fell regularly to James Hay, but they re-built with two excellent fifties from Mniszko and Lawson and came close to winning. It was only with the re-introduction of Hay that Leys faltered and his bowling proved too good for the School’s lower order batsmen. Hay finished with 6 for 53 and the School fell 14 runs short in an excellent game with a great all-round display from the Leys captain Lawson as its highlight.

Simon Aldous

v Lords & Commons 16th June


MCC (J.J.J.Brennan 82, D.R.Green 52) 236-6 decLords & Commons (N.Adams 125*, J.D.Parker 4-47, J.A.Porter 3-14) 233-9

MCC: J.R.Holliday*, J.J.J.Brennan, D.R.Goodman, D.R.Green, T.Hodson, N.C.Jones, N.P.H.King, J.D.Parker, H.J.Patel, J.A.Porter, A.J.Potter

v Stowe School 16th June


MCC (N.J.Ferraby 49) 123-4MCC: A.C.Davis*, D.Atkinson, O.J.Clayson, P.J.Deakin, P.M.P.Eckersley, N.J.Ferraby, M.D.Patel, N.Patel, C.P.Seal, M.D.R.Sutliff, A.Viney

v Ardingly College 17th June


MCC (H.O.Sims 61, R.Jasadi 4-31) 199-7 decArdingly College (J.Cooper 48, J.Chadburn 3-61) 203-7MCC: J.Chadburn*, H.N.E.Campbell, J.S.Crabtree, G.A.Hobden, J.Howie, J.P.C.Jupp, M.P.Nash, T.F.Pettet, H.O.Sims, M.A.E.Symonds, M.J.White

MCC made 199 for 7 by the halfway point thanks to 61 from Henry Sims and a trio of thirties from Mark Symonds, James Howie and Tom Pettet. Ardingly College bowled and fielded very tidily. In reply, Ardingly got off to a very solid start, putting on 74 before the loss of the first wicket. Gradually, the Club pegged the School back with dogged slow bowling and looked like winning at 188 for 7. However, a nerveless 36* from 15-year-old Evans saw Ardingly home with only a few balls to spare.

James Chadburn

v Giggleswick School 17th June

Match drawn Toss: Giggleswick School

MCC (J.D.Rigby 65, D.M.Sadler 71) 218-4 decGiggleswick School (R.Davidson 79) 188-9MCC: T.R.Taylor*, R.A.Atkins, S.Cooper, N.J.H.Fielden, R.A.Flack, S.G.W.Lambert, J.D.Rigby, D.M.Sadler, H.E.Smallwood, N.R.Waite, C.J.Wedgewood

v Reading Blue Coat School 17th June


MCC (C.J.Cann 45, A.J.Viney 46, G.D.T.Paskins 91*) 237-5 decReading Blue Coat School (M.Anderssen 45, W.H.C.Hunt 3-9) 95 all outMCC: D.A.Atkinson*, C.J.Cann, T.R.W.Carr, S.J.Cato, O.J.Clayson, A.D.Downing, C.W.Fleming, W.H.C.Hunt, G.D.T.Paskins, S.S.Rogers, A.J.Viney

The Club’s substantial 237-5 was based around runs from probationers Chris Cann, Andy Viney and Graeme Paskins. After initial resistance from the School’s top order – particularly the hardworking Martin Anderssen (45 and 1 for 30) – Billy Hunt (3 for 9) and Sam Cato (2 for 35) took wickets regularly before a series of run outs ended the innings, allowing MCC to claim a comfortable victory by 142 runs.

David Atkinson

v Warwick University CC 17th June


MCC (D.Gill 8-33) 239 all outWarwick University CC (O.C.Powell 4-24, N.J.Bevan 3-32) 97 all outMCC: D.J.Bowett*, N.J.Bevan, K.Chhibber, W.M.E.Denselow, A.S.Edmonds, E.W.C.Gross, C.R.Heiden, T.L.Home, B.Mason, O.C.Powell, M.Tilt

With swing bowler-friendly conditions, the University had an excellent early part of the game, which left MCC on 97-6 at lunch. The innings was dominated by an outstanding performance from D. Gill, whose incredible figures of 8 for 33 from 14.2 overs demolished the Club’s top (and bottom!) order. In true MCC fashion, the tail wagged, however, and excellent batting from B. Mason, N. Bevan and O. Powell enabled the Club to reach 239 in 51 overs, leaving the University 49 overs to win. The home side were bowled out for 97, with the spin attack taking nine wickets between them. Powell, Bevan and Edmonds were brilliant on a pitch that gave them assistance.

Duncan Bowett


WELSH SCHOOLS WEEKv Wyedean School 18th June


MCC (I.R.Jenkins 85, J.Farrant 3-13) 209-7 decWyedean School (M.Jones 54, C.L.Lawlor 5-33) 167-9MCC: J.R.P.Davenport*, M.J.Adams, T.J.Allan, T.Bevan, H.C.R.Bowles, G.R.Holmes, I.R.Jenkins, J.D.Larner, C.L.Lawlor, J.D.P.Lewis, O.G.Williams

v Christ’s College, Brecon 19th June

MCC won by 89 runs Toss: Christ’s College

MCC (T.Bevan 98) 199-5 decChrist’s College (I.Mitchell 68) 110 all outMCC: J.R.P.Davenport*, M.J.Adams, T.Bevan, I.R.Jenkins, J.D.Larner, C.L.Lawlor, P.H.W.E.Lazarus, A.H.Lewis, T.P.C.Philp, J-P.Rees, O.G.Williams

v Monmouth School 20th June


MCC (G.Warwick 3-28) 129 all outMonmouth School (L.P.Burns 3-25) 130-2MCC: J.R.P.Davenport*, T.Bevan, L.P.Burns, R.P.Fern, G.R.Holmes, J.D.Larner, C.L.Lawlor, J.D.P.Lewis, M.T.Madurasinghe, T.P.C.Philp, O.G.Williams

v BETHS Grammar School 19th June


MCC (A.A.Senn 52, A.M.J.Barber 88, M.Lanning 3-32) 224-5 decBETHS Grammar School (J.S.E.Ellis-Grewal 4-8) 65 all outMCC: R.A.Horner*, M.Abbas, A.M.J.Barber, D.G.Darroch, X.P.M.Darroch, M.Dayal, J.S.E.Ellis-Grewal, W.W.Lee, R.K.Rao, A.A.Senn, O.S.Youll

v Cheadle Hulme Grammar School 19th June


MCC (C.S.Ratcliffe 103) 185-6 decCheadle Hulme Grammar School (A.Jackson 52, A.D.West 5-23) 172 all outMCC: D.J.Otway*, W.R.T.Chalk, A.H.Davis, B.N.Davis, J.D.Gray, T.Hodson, D.A.Lees, M.A.Marfani, C.S.Ratcliffe, L.D.S.Smith, A.D.West

A sunny Bramhall CC was the venue for a great day of cricket against one of the best School sides in the North West. MCC’s innings was anchored by probationer Simon Ratcliffe, who batted superbly for a maiden 100 for the Club. Good support from Will Chalk enabled MCC to declare at 185 for 6. The hostile pace of Ashley Davis and Ben Davis (no relation) gave wicket-keeper Tommy Hodson cause to contemplate retirement but, at tea, the School were 50 for 1 and looking comfortable. An excellent 50 from Jackson put Cheadle Hulme in a strong position, needing 65 off the last 20 with eight wickets in hand. However, an inspired spell of 5 for 23 from Ashley West on his home ground turned the game around and two late wickets for Chalk sealed the Club’s victory.

David Otway

v Colfe’s School 19th June


MCC (W.R.G.Leith 52, J.S.Masters 46) 209-4 decColfe’s School (T.D.Cullen 4-52, A.I.Crawford 5-19) 124 all outMCC: M.J.Bluett, N.J.Bluett, N.A.Chohan, A.I.C.Crawford, T.D.Cullen, J.M.Evans, P.C.H.Gawith, W.R.G.Leith, J.S.Masters, C.D.M.Tooley, C.J.Willetts

ISLE OF MAN TOURv Isle of Man U21s 19th June


MCC (J.S.T.Williams 57, A.D.Clarke 53) 187-3 decIsle of Man U21s (H.R.Anderson 3-15, J.S.T.Williams 3-6) 99 all outMCC: P.N.Unsworth*, H.R.Anderson, D.E.Atkin, A.D.Clarke, A.S.M.Graham, S.J.Plevin, N.D.Ross, A.J.Wildig, A.C.Williamson, J.S.T.Williams, A.P.Woodhead

NORTHERN IRELAND SCHOOLS WEEK

v Ulster Schools XI 18th June


MCC (T.Carson 3-15) 174 all outUlster Schools XI (A.Johnston 53, S.Dutt 3-34) 175-8

MCC: S.A.I.Dyer*, E.Ahmed, R.W.K.Brown, S.Dutt, A.N.Kirkpatrick, R.J.Mitchell, C.J.A.Paget, A.J.Potter, J.N.K.Shannon, C.J.Wedgewood, G.H.Williams

v NI Cricket Association U19 XI 19th June


MCC (C.J.A.Paget 46, A.Haggan 3-28) 180-8 decNI Cricket Association U19 XI (J.Holmes 67, M.Gilmour 54) 184-4

MCC: E.Ahmed, C.F.Andrews, S.Dutt, W.C.Horwood, J.Kennedy, A.N.Kirkpatrick, C.J.A.Paget, A.J.Potter, J.N.K.Shannon, C.J.Wedgewood, G.H.Williams

v RBAI/Campbell College XI 20th June


MCC (J.N.K.Shannon ret 58, R.J.Mitchell ret 69, R.Hughes 3-33) 230-6 decRBAI/Campbell College XI ( J.McCabe 46, A.J.Potter 3-23,

J.N.K.Shannon 3-24) 176 all out

MCC: S.A.I.Dyer*, C.F.Andrews, T.Hodson, J.Kennedy, A.N.Kirkpatrick, R.J.Mitchell, C.J.A.Paget, A.J.Potter, J.N.K.Shannon, C.J.Wedgewood, G.H.Williams

v Ireland U19 XI 21st June


MCC (W.C.Horwood 58, R.Anders 3-23) 144 all outIreland U19 XI (S.Campbell ret 58, A.Shields 46) 148-1

MCC: C.F.Andrews, A.J.Cowden, P.Cummins, W.C.Horwood, J.Kennedy, A.N.Kirkpatrick, C.J.A.Paget, A.J.Potter, N.J.Russell, C.J.Wedgewood, G.H.Williams

v Uppingham School 18th June


MCC (P.S.Wright 62, C.J.Rogers 66) 225-6 decUppingham School (L.Blakey 96, S.Snoxall 49, B.H.F.Stroud 4-44) 226-7MCC: E.R.Fowler*, C.Bennett-Baggs, W.H.R.Edwards, H.C.D.Hughes, G.N.Jackson, W.D.L.Nobles, C.J.Rogers, A.D.Sears, P.J.Smith, B.H.F.Sroud, P.S.Wright

Clark opened the bowling for Uppingham and removed both openers

quickly. Peter Wright and Paul Smith made a recovery before lunch at a

rapid scoring rate and the Club declared 50 minutes after the break,

having amassed 225 for 6 in 48 overs. The School responded confidently

and the top three batsmen put them in a commanding position at tea.

The opener, Blakey, was dismissed on an impressive 96 runs whilst

swinging for his century and there was a moment when MCC had their

chance to push for a win. The School’s lower middle order rescued them

from a rapid collapse and in a thrilling last (and sixty-first) over, the

MCC total was passed with three wickets remaining.

Ed Fowler

v Wellington College 18th June


MCC (H.T.P.Caines 58, N.J.Armstrong 60, T.Membrey 3-73) 222-5 decWellington College (A.Dewes 107, T.E.Goodworth 5-38) 218-7MCC: G.A.G.Henderson*, N.J.Armstrong, J.K.Barrow, H.T.P.Caines, S.J.Cato, N.Freeborn, T.E.Goodworth, T.C.Hicks, N.Kent, P.P.Knight, E.J.A.Lowe


v Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe 19th JuneMCC won by 50 runs Toss: MCC

MCC (A.Viney 106, S.J.P.Howland 54, J.Grewal 3-19) 219-5 decRoyal Grammar School (S.S.Rogers 3-45, G.F.Watts 4-48) 169 all outMCC: M.E.Sullivan*, J.D.Atkins, J.M.Coles, C.W.Fleming, S.J.P.Howland, J.A.Mahood, S.S.Rogers, D.A.Shaw, S.A.Sylvester, A.Viney, G.F.Watts

v Warwick School 19th JuneMCC lost by 2 wickets Toss: MCC

MCC (F.H.C.Price 63) 234-7 decWarwick School (T.Glanfield 53, J.H.Gethins 3-80, C.R.Heiden 3-36) 236-8MCC: K.Chhibber, R.J.Field, J.H.Gethins, C.R.Heiden, T.D.Lunel, B.M.L.Mason, O.J.Miller, W.D.L.Noble, F.H.C.Price, P.W.R.Richards, R.B.Wood

v West Buckland School 19th JuneMatch drawn Toss: MCC

MCC (J.C.Richards 107*, S.D.Needham 42) 241-3 decWest Buckland School (L.I.F.Sanders 4-35) 137-9MCC: A.K.Hele*, R.P.Ayre, J.S.Booth, S.A.Brewer, W.J.Clarke, R.J.R.Edlmann, S.D.Needham, J.C.Richards, L.I.F.Sanders, G.L.Spencer, N.R.Waite

The West Buckland ground was in great condition and, with a strong side, MCC batted positively. Shaun Needham set the tone with an aggressive 42, but Jamie Richards stole the plaudits with a classy 107*, which included some substantial blows. The School found the going tough against an accurate bowling attack. Clayton and Quinn each scored 22 and George Laing made 31 before he fell to Lewis Sanders’ slower ball in a fashion reminiscent of Chris Read’s departure against New Zealand in the 1999 Lord’s Test. Sanders bowled with pace to pick up 4 for 35 but, despite two wickets each from Brewer and Richards, MCC could not quite winkle out the tail-enders, leaving the School with a deserved draw.

Andy Hele

v Wymondham College 19th JuneMCC won by 54 runs Toss: MCC

MCC (S.B.Ward 70, S.B.Cooper 60) 220-5 decWymondham College (J.I.Hay 3-24, S.B.Ward 5-30) 166 all outMCC: I.J.P.Tufts*, C.J.Binnie, A.Butterworth, S.B.Cooper, A.J.Douglas, T.W.E.Goodley, J.I.Hay, J.J.N.Heywood, D.R.Martin, S.Veevers-Chorlton, S.B.Ward

v Alleyn’s School 20th JuneMatch drawn Toss: MCC

MCC (A.A.Senn 100, W.W.Lee 117*) 255-3 decAlleyn’s School (S.Redmayne 102, P.Patel 3-42) 197-8MCC: C.M.Coulson*, N.A.Barnes, S.H.Ferguson, P.C.H.Gawith, R.A.Horner, J.G.Knapper, W.W.Lee, Dr.H.Patel, P.Patel, N.K.B.Salmon, A.A.Senn

v Brighton College 20th JuneMCC won by 114 runs Toss: Brighton College

MCC (D.W.Spencer 105*, K.Ibrahim 46*) 269-6 decBrighton College (E.Coombs 49, M.P.Nash 3-36, K.Ibrahim 4-18) 155 all outMCC: J.P.C.Carr*, E.Bekker, C.N.Gates, C.M.Grammer, K.Ibrahim, M.D.Murray, M.P.Nash, H.O.Sims, D.W.Spencer, R.H.D.Spink, R.H.Wakeford

v Durham School 20th JuneMatch drawn Toss: MCC

MCC (S.J.Birtwisle 105*) 229-6 decDurham School (J.Bushell 45, W.Proctor 50) 190-7MCC: W.R.Hagen*, W.H.A.Allen, S.J.Birtwisle, R.C.Cowdrey, O.J.Davies, J.I.Hay, C.C.Homewood, J.R.McCredie, J.Ritzema, J.R.P.Smailes, D.C.Wynne-Griffiths

MCC West Midlands v MCC East Midlands 20th JuneMCC East Midlands won by 3 wickets Toss: MCC West Midlands

MCC West Midlands (J.R.Oldham 50*, T.Lucas 4-14) 184-9 decMCC East Midlands (E.A.R.Bridgeman 53*) 185-7MCC West Midlands Team: G.Bulpitt*, R.A.M.Brisco, H.R.C.Dawson, A.S.Edmonds, E.J.Foster, A.Mahmood, D.Manning, J.R.Oldham, C.Smith

MCC East Midlands Team: D.M.Kingham*, E.A.R.Bridgeman, R.W.K.Brown, C.Dolley, J.L.Ede, M.A.Gouldstone, T.Lucas, R.J.Pack, N.J.Pullen, A.D.Sears, F.C.A.Taylor

v King William’s College 20th June


MCC (J.S.T.Williams 59) 143-3 decKing William’s College (C.J.Riley 4-26) 114-9MCC: P.N.Unsworth*, D.E.Atkin, A.S.M.Graham, S.J.Plevin, C.J.Riley, N.D.Ross, J.A.O.Steele, A.J.Wildig, J.S.T.Williams, A.C.Williamson, A.P.Woodward

v Isle of Man Cricket Association (20 overs) 21st June


MCC 103-5Isle of Man Cricket Association 104-4MCC: P.N.Unsworth*, H.R.Anderson, D.E.Atkin, A.D.Clarke, A.S.M.Graham, C.J.Riley, N.D.Ross, J.A.O.Steele, A.J.Wildig, J.S.T.Williams, A.C.Williamson

v Isle of Man Cricket Association (20 overs) 21st June

MCC won by 7 wickets Toss: Isle of Man Cricket Association

Isle of Man Cricket Association (P.Littlejohns 50) 131-6MCC (C.J.Riley 70, G.Roome 3-16) 132-3MCC: P.N.Unsworth*, H.R.Anderson, D.E.Atkin, A.D.Clarke, S.J.Plevin, C.J.Riley, J.A.O.Steele, A.J.Wildig, J.S.T.Williams, A.C.Williamson, A.P.Woodward

v Isleworth & Syon School 19th June


MCC 204-6 decIsleworth & Syon School (D.Khan 121*, A.Mohammed 3-48) 208-8MCC: J.G.C.Stocks*, J.W.Hamilton, W.H.C.Hunt, A.W.Mitchell, A.Mohammed, G.M.Overy, M.M.Rajabali, A.Standdin, J.Stedman, J.H.Walters, C.A.F.Woodhead

After about an hour’s play, and having elected to bat, MCC were rocking, having lost five wickets for just over 100. An unbeaten 80-run partnership from Steadman and Hamilton steadied the ship to ease the Club into a pre-tea declaration. Isleworth & Syon showed good character and maturity against a good MCC seam attack. The first 100 was reached for the loss of just four wickets, and although pursuit of the remaining runs was always going to prove challenging, opener Danyall Khan reached a superb 121* andsteered the School side home with one wicket to spare. Jubilant scenes followed, with players, supporters and parents storming the pitch.

Jason Stocks

v Leighton Park School 19th June


MCC (S.R.A.Cheetham 112, A.W.A.McCulla 94) 234-3 decLeighton Park School (J.D.Howarth 3-7, W.M.E.Denselow 4-15) 64 all outMCC: R.P.Lane*, D.L.J.Bailey, S.R.A.Cheetham, W.Davies, W.M.E.Denselow, R.J.C.Harris, J.D.Howarth, S.J.Mankee, A.W.A.McCulla, J.E.Shepherd, S.J.Wyatt

KING WILLIAM’S COLLEGE, ISLE OF MAN


victory for BVGS, two tight final overs resulted in the need for two runs to secure victory and having bowled the final delivery a Gough/Manning run out secured a drawn match. It was a perfect ending to a wonderful game.

David Manning

v Cambridge University Crusaders CC 21st June

MCC lost by 6 wickets Toss: Cambridge University Crusaders CC

MCC (J.D.Taylor 65, R.Thompson 3-30, J.Maguire 3-30) 158 all outCambridge University Crusaders CC 160-4MCC: N.W.Ferrari-Curran*, T.A.Curran, P.J.Davis, P.J.Douglas, J.S.E.Ellis-Grewal, M.A.Kay, O.J.Miller, T.D.Smith, C.F.Sorenson, J.D.Taylor, J.A.Wells

MCC were inserted on a dampish morning but made a brisk start, reaching 66 for 2 off eleven overs. Wickets then fell at regular intervals, many to poor shots, but the Crusaders had also exerted pressure through some tricky bowling backed up by athletic fielding and, at lunch, MCC were teetering at 100-6. The Club’s innings stabilised for a few overs but they were bowled out for 158 as the sun came out. The only notable MCC performance was from opener Joe Taylor, who was ninth man out. Crusaders batted solidly and steadily towards their small target. With little to defend it was impossible to impose any real pressure on the home side and the opening pair put on 58 for the first wicket. MCC fielded well and never gave up but in truth, the total was at least 60 runs short.

Nick Ferrari-Curran

v King Edward VI School 21st June


MCC (B.A.Jeffrey 71, T.R.W.Carr 76*, J.W.Irwin-Brown 64*) 271-2 decKing Edward VI School (McGhee 122*, Stanley 124*) 275-2MCC: C.D.H.Palmer*, T.R.W.Carr, A.I.C.Crawford, A.J.Donaldson, R.A.Franklin, J.W.Irwin-Brown, J.R.Goode, B.A.Jeffrey, N.A.Le Bas, J.C.Richards, J.Stedman

v Lord William’s School 21st June


MCC (S.J.Cato 68, C.Little 6-21) 147-8 decLord William’s School (S.J.Cato 4-49, E.J.Montague 4-21) 117 all outMCC: J.M.Coles*, P.D.Atkins, T.D.Brooker, P.Brooks, S.J.Cato, W.H.C.Hunt, E.J.Montague, B.T.Mooney, J.G.Stevens, M.E.Sullivan, G.F.Watts

The backbone of the MCC innings was a partnership of 100 between the experienced Tim Brooker and Sam Cato. Back from representing Oxford University at Lord’s, Cato looked in excellent touch and made light of the tricky batting conditions. The School’s usual excellent lunch seemed to spur the boys on and distract the MCC batsmen. Chris Little completed a tremendous spell of 6 for 21 off thirteen overs (all six bowled). The School started steadily in response, but regularly lost wickets to spinners Montague and Cato, ending 30 short.

Jon Coles

v Mill Hill School 21st June

MCC won by 160 runs Toss: Mill Hill School

MCC (E.J.Murrills 101*, S.H.Ferguson 100*) 235-2 decMill Hill School (R.A.Johnson 4-16, T.M.C.Nicoll 3-21, E.Bamber 3-5) 75 all outMCC: J.G.Wilson*, T.J.Allan, E.Bamber, N.J.C.Brand, M.L.Creese, S.H.Ferguson, R.A.Johnson, J.P.Mills, W.J.Montgomerie, E.J.Murrills, T.M.C.Nicoll

v Sherborne School 21st June

MCC won by 82 runs Toss: Sherborne School

MCC (G.A.Adair 116, C.S.G.Cooke 69, H.Barron 4-16) 261-6 decSherborne School (W.Homer 60, D.M.Fry 5-50, C.S.G.Cooke 3-7) 179 all outMCC: C.A.R.Esson*, G.A.Adair, N.A.Baldwin, C.S.G.Cooke, T.S.C.Cooke, R.J.R.Edlmann, D.M.Fry, H.P.Lamb, B.E.Lyons, E.R.D.Nichols, A.N.P.Searson

Sherborne won the toss and elected to field on a sunny morning in North Dorset. After losing three early wickets, MCC were under pressure before Cook and Adair shared an outstanding partnership of 168 for the fourth wicket. Hugh Barron was the pick of the School’s bowlers, with figures of 4 for 16. MCC’s declaration left plenty of time to bowl at Sherborne. Dom Fry

v The Cotswold School 20th June

MCC won by 54 runs Toss: The Cotswold School

MCC ( E.W.C.Gross 64, W.D.L.Noble 121, O.J.Miller 52, Arthurs 3-45) 279-3 dec

The Cotswold School (J.Galpin 119*, G.W.C.Gross 4-21) 225 all outMCC: D.A.Hanson*, S.M.Browne, E.W.C.Gross, G.W.C.Gross, N.G.Hurst, J.Milhench, O.J.Miller, J.A.Mote, W.D.L.Noble, O.C.Powell, A.E.Varley

v University College School 20th June


MCC (T.R.W.Carr 85) 204-4 decUniversity College School (J.Bridgland 76, T.D.Cullen 3-51) 205-8MCC: D.M.Stewart*, N.J.C.Brand, T.R.W.Carr, T.D.Cullen, W.M.E.Denselow, D.J.Jackson, J.P.Mill, A.Mohammed, T.M.C.Nicoll, W.J.Spencer, J.O.Weaving

v Woodhouse Grove School 20th June


MCC (S.D.Burdett 97, A.Baldwin 5-22) 236-9 decWoodhouse Grove School (A.Baldwin 50) 155-3MCC: A.D.Bairstow*, C.D.G.Best, J.W.Bowett, M.N.Burnett, S.D.Burnett, T.C.Drummond, A.J.Ellis, M.Harrison, P.M.Hutchison, G.Phillips, D.M.Sadler

The Club got off to a slow start and then lost the first wicket in the sixth over with score on 25. It remained slow going amidst a flurry of wickets but the innings was held together with a superb 97 from probationer Steven Burdett, enabling a declaration on 236 for 9 in 50 overs. Woodhouse Grove came out to bat and a dropped catch at third slip in the second over was the only genuine chance for some time as the School focussed on not getting out. This caused the game to move forward slowly as Woodhouse Grove passed up the opportunity to score from some part-time bowling. It was nevertheless an enjoyable day as the School faced 60 overs for their final tally of 155 for 3.

Andrew Bairstow

v Wycliffe College 20th June


MCC (J.R.A.Williams 110*, Webb 3-65) 207-5 decWycliffe College (M.O.Joyce 4-42) 87 all outMCC: A.G.F.Graveney*, J.S.Booth, S.A.Brewer, B.Figuerido, R.Glynne-Jones, R.Hardwick, M.O.Joyce, D.J.Rowe, G.M.Stephens, N.R.Waite, J.R.A.Williams

v Aldenham School 21st June


MCC (W.J.Spencer 75, M.Lench 51*) 214-3 decAldenham School (B.D.Jacklin 6-10) 48 all outMCC: E.F.Pugh*, G.M.Harper, B.D.Jacklin, M.Lench, T.F.Pettet, M.M.Rajabali, P.J.Smith, A.C.Spencer, W.J.Spencer, M.I.Yeabsley

v Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School 21st June

Match drawn Toss: Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School

MCC 262-9 decBishop Vesey’s Grammar School (D.Betty 59, K.Chhibber 3-72) 262-7MCC: D.Manning*, K.Chhibber, P.G.Gough, T.L.Home, S.J.P.Howland, O.P.Lawson, B.M.Mason, Miss L.Manning, A.Sharma, V.Solanki, I.G.Wright

MCC batted first with openers Amit Sharma and Paul Gough settling in nicely against some very good seam bowling from Phagura. A few wickets were lost before Lawson (playing with a pulled hamstring), Chhibber and Howland steadied the innings and a brisk final partnership between Solanki and Manning took MCC to a credible and fair 262 for 9. The wickets were shared amongst the BVGS attack but special mention should go to Phagura with figures of 2 for 28. BVGS started strongly against an opening attack of Mason and Manning (Miss). MCC’s bowling was somewhat hampered by the injury to Lawson who, to his credit, turned up and contributed. BVGS openers Betty (59) and Curwen (36) looked to have the game won before the only bowlers left standing – Chhibber and Manning (David, who had given the gloves to Wright) – went to work. In the end, although a fantastic innings from Phagura looked to have secured


an aggressive 96, with the Club on 152. Some big hitting by Atkinson after lunch pushed MCC’s score up to 221. Ashville College lost Stanford and Buller early on to the pace of former Staffordshire opening bowler Denton Brock. Some good batting from Jackson (35) and Lister (37) took the score past 70 but both soon perished to the spin of Ahmed. The rest of the School showed little resistance to the Club’s attack and were all out for 98.

After the game The Spirit of Cricket Cap was presented to Harry Lister for his all-round performance and sportsmanship.

Toby Drummond

v Bancroft’s School (65th Anniversary) 24th June


MCC (R.J.Hayto 55) 201-4 decBancroft’s School (V.Handa 81, M.Tann 44, J.S.E.Ellis-Grewal 3-33) 204-5MCC: J.O.Evans*, Dr.R.Bhome, S.Bukhari, J.S.E.Ellis-Grewal, S.W.Gant,K.J.Goodman, C.P.Harvey, R.J.Hayto, S.Mirza, D.J.Shirt, Y.A.Patel,

After a slow start, MCC managed to gain some impetus through Hayto and Shirt, who together showed a vast array of strokes all round the wicket. MCC declared on 201 for 4; a competitive target for Bancroft’s batsmen. Openers Thankarajah (25) and Handa made an excellent start, putting on 47 for the first wicket. Some tight spin bowling from Bhome, Ellis-Grewal and Goodman, supported by some exemplary catching, set up a tight finale. A good quick knock from Tann accelerated the scoring rate and Bancroft’s managed to win the game in the penultimate over.

Jonathan Evans

v Dr. Challoner’s Grammar School 24th June


MCC (A.Viney 57*) 163-6 decDr. Challoner’s Grammar School 74 all outMCC: M.J.Morgan*, O.J.Clayson, A.D.Downing, C.W.Fleming, S.G.Lynch, J.A.Mahood, D.Mooney, S.S.Rogers, L.Samarasinghe, J.G.Stevens, A.Viney

MCC were out for revenge having suffered a heavy defeat against the School side last season. Put into bat on a green wicket, the Club declared after reaching 163 for the loss of six wickets from 56 overs, thanks to a patient 57* from Andrew Viney. The School side slipped to 14 for 3 in reply and from that point never looked like reaching their target. Despite a brave effort from the lower order batsmen, the School were eventually bowled out for 74, giving MCC a victory by 89 runs.

Mark Morgan

EDINBURGH WEEK

v East League U23 24th June


MCC (H.R.Edwards 47, Bailey 78*, C.Sole 3-46) 245 all outEast League U23 (C.Farrell 47, P.J.S.Legget 3-43) 228 all out

MCC: D.F.Watts*, F.Allerdice, J.Aslam, T.M.B.Bailey, A.M.G.Brock, B.E.Duerden, J.Edwards, H.R.Edwards, D.W.Hodge, P.J.S.Legget, D.Philip

Goldenacre was the venue for the first MCC vs East of Scotland Highlanders U23 XI (“East”) fixture. On a reasonable wicket, probationers Duerden and Edwards produced a solid partnership of 46 after early losses. Despite some stylish batting, wickets continued to fall but, at 136 for 7, a solid rearguard action from Bailey and Watts saw the Club to a par score of 245. Philip swung the ball well opening the bowling and was unlucky not to take the edge on a number of occasions. Probationer Legget then really put the East under the pump, removing the well-set McLean and then nipping out Stirling with good accuracy and variation to return exemplary figures of 10-2-43-3. The East kept up with the rate but lost wickets at regular intervals which stemmed the flow of runs. Allerdice and Aslam both spun the ball well and formed a formidable spin trio with Brock. The game went down to the last over with the Club eventually winning by 17 runs in what was a hard fought tussle.

Fraser Watts

continued his run of success as Sherborne’s nemesis, with a return of 5 for 50. This was well backed up by Charlie Cooke, who took 3 for 7. Sherborne fought hard but were eventually bowled out for 179.

Charlie Esson

v Watford Grammar School 21st June


MCC (R.B.R.Williams 106*, G.S.Brooksbank 70*, B.Gage 3-54) 227-5 decWatford Grammar School (J.Hodson 49) 196-7MCC: P.J.O’Reilly*, G.S.Brooksbank, A.D.Campbell, D.R.J.Cranfield-Thompson, T.L.Hemingway, N.L.Hodgins, G.D.James, I.Mulholland, L.Samarasinghe, A.E.Skeggs, R.B.R.Williams

The School captain, Billy Gage won the toss and had no hesitation in asking the Club to bat under cloudy skies. His choice paid off in the first hour of the game, as the Club were reduced to 41 for 5. Gage’s own bowling was excellent; he got three good wickets and finished with the figures of 3 for 54. It was this performance and his manner on the field which won him the Spirit of Cricket award. MCC made a fantastic recovery from the early setback as Rhys Williams, scored a proper century, coming in at number five. His timing, placement and execution of shots were fantastic and he was ably supported by George Brooksbank, who scored an unbeaten 50 to enable a declaration on 227 for 5. Tea was taken early, as an hour was lost to rain, and the last 20 overs was likewise moved in order to give the School a better chance. Watford really struggled with a mixture of poor batting and good bowling. Opportunities to score were offered through some very attacking fields and a variety of bowling but the School never really got going and they ended the day six down and about 30 short.

Paul O’Reilly

v Hampshire Collegiate School, Embley Park 23rd June


MCC (H.G.S.Bailey 78, M.Haworth 3-33) 232-5 decHampshire Collegiate School (S.Berryman 51) 164-7MCC: P.W.J.Richards*, H.G.S.Bailey, R.Bhome, S.Butt, A.J.Donaldson, P.J.Douglas, P.M.P.Eckersley, H.Foster, J.W.Irwin-Brown, S.J.Mankee, W.D.L.Noble

Henry Bailey’s 78 dominated the top of the order and probationers Steve Mankee, Harry Foster and Will Noble kept the scoreboard ticking, but some tight bowling from the School captain Matt Haworth after lunch restricted MCC to 232 for 5 with half an hour to go until tea. Hampshire Collegiate’s openers Steve Berryman and Matt Haworth made the most of a slow start by MCC. Chandler made a quick and belligerent 29 in the middle order but Rahul Bhome and Will Noble kept the School pegged back to 164 for 7. A few dropped catches, even in the final over, could have made the difference but it wasn’t to be and the match ended in a well-fought draw.

Peter Richards

v Magdalen College School 23rd June


MCC (G.J.Rickman 52, T.Tolson 4-33) 147 all outMagdalen College School (A.E.Wilkinson 6-22) 93 all outMCC: J.A.Brady*, D.A.Atkinson, N.J.Ferraby, N.J.Hunt, A.W.A.McCulla, M.M.Rajabali, G.J.Rickman, T.D.Smith, A.Viney, A.E.Wilkinson, R.F.Wycherley

v Ashville College 24th June

MCC won by 123 runs Toss: Ashville College

MCC (H.C.D.Hughes 96) 221-4 decAshville College (K.Ahmed 3-16) 98 all outMCC: T.C.Drummond*, K.Ahmed, T.J.Atkinson, C.D.G.Best, D.J.Brock, A.J.Ellis, H.C.D.Hughes, P.M.Hutchison, S.J.Lambert, J.D.Rigby, H.E.Smallwood

The overnight rain and overcast conditions indicated that the first hour could be a challenge as MCC were invited to bat on a seamer-friendly pitch. With only nine runs on the board the Club lost their first wicket, with Best shouldering arms to a good delivery from Lister seaming back up the hill. Hughes and Lambert set about building a foundation and, as the pitch dried out and the ball got older, both scored freely, with Hughes the more dominant. On the stroke of lunch Hughes was caught behind for


WIRRAL SCHOOLS WEEK

v Merchant Taylor’s School, Crosby 24th June


MCC (A.Cribson 50, J.P.Butler 51, M.Sutcliffe 3-31) 156-6 decMerchant Taylor’s School ( C.Bell 40, M.Barton 42,

N.J.Heathcliffe-Core 4-36) 147-9

MCC: J.P.Butler*, A.B.Birley, A.Cribson, A.C.Elwood, M.C.Fletcher, N.J.Heathcliffe-Core, D.J.Jackson, T.Hodson, M.J.Leathley, J.P.Needham, M.J.Winter

A very special day’s cricket was used as a celebration to commerate the exceptional achievements of the 1963 Merchant Taylor’s School side who were undefeated in that season, which included a match against Lancashire CCC & Ground. 50 years on, every single member of that team attended the MCC fixture, some travelling from as far as Australia and Canada to mark the occasion. This year’s match was a very close affair, with the School chasing a competitive declaration from MCC of 156 for 6, and eventually managing to hold on to their last wicket for a draw. Bell and Barton provided the backbone of the School’s innings, managing solid scores of 40 and 42 respectively. Sutcliffe and Hughes had earlier caused problems for MCC’s top order, initially reducing them to 31 for 3.

Jamie Butler

v Liverpool College 25th June

MCC won by 112 runs Toss: Liverpool College

MCC (A.R.D.Wilson 101) 200-4 decLiverpool College (D.J.Jackson 3-3, J.R.Cutt 3-17) 88 all out

MCC: G.J.Rickman*, J.R.Cutt, A.J.Davis, M.C.Fletcher, A.M.Gibson, N.J.Heathcliffe-Core, T.Hodson, D.J.Jackson, A.C.Murray, R.P.Singh, A.R.D.Wilson

v Birkenhead School 26th June


MCC (J.P.Needham 82*, D.J.Jackson 105*) 237-1 decBirkenhead School 124-7

MCC: A.B.Birley*, A.J.Davis, P.A.Davis, R.P.Dixon, A.M.Gibson, D.R.Green, D.J.Jackson, T.Hodson, J.P.Needham, D.J.Otway, R.M.Wilkinson

The School side were weaker than usual due to A-Level exams, but with a lot of 15- and 16-year-olds playing, the bowling was better than we were led to expect. The youngsters bowled good lines but on a decent wicket lacked penetration against solid batting. All three MCC batsmen played very well, with Dan Jackson thoroughly deserving his hundred. The physically smaller boys struggled to score with the bat; while technically correct, they were unable to force against very experienced bowlers. The opening attack was tight and after some changes to the bowling Birkenhead scored but also lost wickets steadily and decided to play for the draw fairly quickly after tea. The quick bowlers came back on, the boys acquitted themselves well and the Club was unable to bowl them out.

Andrew Birley

v Wirral Grammar School 27th June


MCC 24-0

MCC: D.R.Snellgrove*, A.D.Clarke, S.I.Clifford, A.J.Davis, R.W.Fisher, A.M.Gibson, D.J.Jackson, T.S.Liversedge, J.P.Needham, A.C.Murray, J.A.Reynard

v The King’s School, Chester 28th June


MCC (M.A.Marfani 49, J.Kurukkal 6-58) 146-7 dec

MCC: S.Ogilby*, D.E.Atkin, J.S.Farmer, D.R.Green, R.W.Fisher, D.J.Jackson, M.A.Marfani, F.G.Owen, C.S.Ratcliffe, A.J.Smith, A.M.Sparks

v The Edinburgh Academy 25th JuneMCC won by 122 runs Toss: The Edinburgh Academy

MCC (B.E.Duerden 60, J.S.D.Moffat 64, B.S.Kinghorn 5-17) 182-9 decThe Edinburgh Academy (P.J.S.Legget 5-8, A.J.B.Stokes 4-26) 60 all out

MCC: A.M.Bredin*, A.M.G.Brock, B.E.Duerden, D.C.Hill, P.J.S.Legget, R.M.S.Legget, C.D.Martin, J.S.D.Moffat, H.K.More, A.J.B.Stokes, W.R.G.Tait

Probationers Duerden and Moffat got the Club off to a flying start, putting on 122 by lunch. After their dismissal there was a “mad half hour” that included four ducks and no double-figure scores as MCC subsided to 156 for 9. The last pair, More and Bredin, with a combined age of 124, put on a battling 26 as they took the score to 182 for 9. Edinburgh Academy never seemed to recover from the shock and were bowled out for 60 in under 19 overs. The highlight came from the two probationers, with Peter Legget taking 5 for 8 in six overs and Alistair Stokes 4 for 26 in five.

Andrew Bredin

v Eastern Regional Academy (2 days) 26th JuneMatch abandoned Toss: MCC

MCC (A.J.L.Baum 56, M.R.J.Watt 4-56) 212 all outEastern Regional Academy (A.Sabri 3-41) 165-8

MCC: A.M.G.Brock*, F.G.G.Black, A.J.L.Baum, B.E.Duerden, H.R.Edwards, M.M.English, P.J.S.Legget, P.A.Ross, A.Sabri, A.J.Sadler, B.G.Wilkinson

v Merchiston Castle School 28th JuneMatch drawn Toss: Merchiston Castle School

MCC (F.G.G.Black 100, N.J.Peet 52, G.P.Hairs 3-71) 229-5 decMerchiston Castle School (R.M.S.Legget 4-15) 87-8

MCC: J.A.M.Kerr*, F.G.G.Black, B.E.Duerden, D.W.Hodge, P.J.S.Legget, R.M.S.Legget, A.M.J.Little, N.J.Peet, J.C.Richards, G.N.Quinn, A.J.B.Stokes

At 33 for 2, the Club’s innings required some re-building. Opener Fergus Black responded magnificently with a superb 100 and Nick Peet scored 52 alongside. A few late order cameos brought up a score of 229 for 5 in 39 overs. In reply, Merchiston were in trouble immediately and R.M.S. Legget bowled with venom to reduce the School to 17 for 4 (two magnificent caught behinds) then 28 for 6. A number of bowling changes attempted to provide some respite but further wickets fell and the School were firmly in the mire at 74 for 8. Sensing that time was running out, R.M.S. Legget returned to finish off the tail – with four wickets to his name and wishing for fifth, surely it was only a formality? To the School’s great credit, the boys dug in and saw themselves to an unlikely draw at 87 for 8 off 34 overs.

Jamie Kerr

v Emanuel School 24th JuneMCC won by 96 runs Toss: MCC

MCC (T.W.Nightingale 97, T.D.Smith 101) 262-5 decEmanuel School 166 all outMCC: C.J.P.Baker*, P.J.Harman, C.J.Hellings, W.O.F.Howard, L.S.Marshall, M.P.Nash, T.W.Nightingale, T.D.Smith, N.K.B.Salmon, N.S.Trueman

After losing an early wicket, Tom Nightingale and Tom Smith batted positively, putting on 150 for the Club’s second wicket before Nightingale fell agonisingly short of a fine century – undone by a sharp piece of work from the wicket-keeper. Smith continued to his hundred and the Club closed its inning on 262 for 5. The Emanuel reply started slowly but two separate half-century partnerships kept them on track, only to be derailed by some sharp work in the field from Paddy Harman. At tea the chase was still on but after some initial lusty blows the students fell short, losing by 96.

Chris Baker

v Loughborough Grammar School 24th JuneMatch drawn Toss: Loughborough Grammar School

MCC (P.S.Wright 128, Y.Yudah 50) 270-5 decLoughborough Grammar School (B.A.Wylie 3-54) 161-7 decMCC: R.E.Walker*, C.D.T.Bloor, J.W.R.Clayfield, C.R.Heiden, S.R.D.McArthur, C.B.Ogilvie, O.J.D.Swann, A.D.Sears, P.S.Wright, B.A.Wylie, Y.Yudah


CHELTENHAM SCHOOLS WEEKv The King’s School, Gloucester 24th June


MCC (O.R.D.Logan 63, G.D.L.Sandbach 100*) 281-3 decThe King’s School (O.Henson 80, A.J.Brooksbank 3-33) 197 all outMCC: S.J.Varney*, A.J.Brooksbank, G.S.Brooksbank, O.R.D.Logan, M.A.Marfani, J.P.Mills, G.J.Mitchell, D.J.Rowe, G.D.L.Sandbach, M.D.R.Sutliff, W.F.Wright

v Cheltenham College 25th June


Cheltenham College ( B.Ringrose 102, A.Duncliffe-Vines 51, S.J.Varney 3-70) 253-7 dec

MCC ( M.A.Marfani 53, J.Jamieson-Black 3-42, A.Duncliffe-Vines 3-37) 172 all out

MCC: A.J.Brooksbank, O.R.D.Logan, M.A.Marfani, R.A.Marshall, J.P.Mills, G.J.Mitchell, D.J.Rowe, G.D.L.Sandbach, K.M.W.Stovold, M.D.R.Sutliffe, S.J.Varney, W.F.Wright

The Club elected to field and an economical morning session had Cheltenham 102 for 3 at lunch. The School accelerated after the break, taking advantage of the attacking MCC field placings to reach 253 for 7. The strong MCC batting line up never got going and probationer Marfani (53) was the only batsman to make a significant contribution. A draw looked inevitable until Wright hit a full toss to mid-wicket in the penultimate over of the day.

George Brooksbank

v Dean Close School 26th June


MCC (M.D.R.Sutliff 53, M.A.Marfani 57, C.Graham 3-70) 270-7 decDean Close School ( C.Wheatley 62, M.Dawson 87,

G.D.L.Sandbach 3-70) 238 all outMCC: D.J.Rowe*, A.J.Brooksbank, O.R.D.Logan, M.A.Marfani, J.P.Mills, G.J.Mitchell, W.J.Rowe, G.D.L.Sandbach, M.D.R.Sutliff, S.J.Varney, W.F.Wright

v Pate’s Grammar School 26th June


MCC (W.D.L.Noble 74, K.St.J.D.Emery 77, J.Moore 4-52) 226-7 decPate’s Grammar School (R.C.M.Davis 3-25) 171-9

MCC: R.A.Heath*, S.A.Brewer, N.C.Burton, A.Carson, C.Carson, R.C.M.Davis, K.St.J.D.Emery, O.Gardener, M.O.Joyce, W.D.L.Noble, P.D.Snelling

Under clear blue skies, MCC was immediately in deep trouble, losing both openers even before the coffee, biscuits and cake had had time to settle. A “schoolboy mix-up” led to a first wicket run out and the second was one of two victims for the excellent Joe Savage. Much scrabbling for kit was audible as the middle order started to think about getting the whites on. Will Noble and Kevin Emery halted the disaster as they came together to repel some really great bowling. A couple of ducks followed the break-up of the partnership, but a sparkling 27 from the irrepressible Andy Carson brought about the declaration. In reply, Pate’s were off at the gallop, Mark Morris and Henry Mitchell scoring freely until the well-timed resting of Heath from the attack brought the first wicket. The School battled hard through George Adams and Joe Moore and not until the unstoppable Ramsay Davis came on, weaving his magic, did the home side appear to doubt their victory, at which point they saw out the remaining overs for a very competitive draw.

Richard Heath

v The Royal Hospital School 24th June


MCC (W.A.Gillions 109, I.S.Morton 65*) 229-3 decThe Royal Hospital School (S.R.Plater 4-38) 149 all outMCC: J.G.S.Agar*, W.A.Gillions, A.J.A.Hooley, D.R.Martin, I.S.Morton, N.Patel, C.I.Pether, M.G.Pether, S.R.Plater

WORCESTER SCHOOLS TOUR

v New College (20 overs) 24th June


New College 61 all outMCC 58-3MCC: B.M.De Souza*, K.Chhibber, D.T.Cotter, J.P.De Souza, L.R.De Souza P.G.Gough, G.P.Hewitt, D.Manning, N.Khosla, O.P.Lawson, O.J.Uffindall

v King’s School, Worcester 25th June


MCC (N.Khosla 74, B.M.De Souza 50, A.Hunt 4-74) 254-7 decKing’s School (N.Hammond 97, O.C.Powell 3-52) 184 all out

MCC: B.M.De Souza*, D.N.Catterall, K.Chhibber, D.T.Cotter, D.J.Greaves, G.P.Hewitt, N.Khosla, D.R.McCarthy, W.F.O’Driscoll, O.C.Powell, N.G.M.Ramsay

MCC emerged with a 70-run victory over King’s Worcester, with Nowell Khosla and Bernie De Souza the main contributors to the MCC total. Skipper Ali Hunt led the School’s attack with 4 for 74. For King’s, Hammond followed up his hundred the previous season with 97, while fellow opener Jack Park contributed 26. The School appeared well placed for victory at 117-2 but the innings subsided to 184 all out.

Bernie De Souza

v Royal Grammar School, Worcester 26th June


MCC (H.Selvey 4-20, J.Taylor 3-16) 121 all outRoyal Grammar School (E.Bartlett 50*, J.Taylor 45) 123-2

MCC: L.R.De Souza*, D.N.Catterall, K.Chhibber, J.P.De Souza, B.M.De Souza, N.Khosla, O.P.Lawson, D.Manning, WJ.F.O’Driscoll, N.G.M.Ramsay, O.J.Uffindall

Royal Grammar School, Worcester claimed their fourth successive victory with an eight-wicket victory. Huw Selvey with a fine 4 for 20 and Jack Taylor (3 for 16) were the leading RGS bowlers as MCC were bowled out for 121. In reply, victory was achieved in just 24.3 overs with Taylor completing a fine all-round performance with 45. Fellow opener Elliott Bartlett hit seven boundaries for his half-century, proving his all-round credentials after 6 for 45 the previous year. Josh De Souza (2 for 57) was the only MCC bowler to taste success.

Luke De Souza

v Oldswinford Hospital School XI 24th June

Match abandoned

MCC: A.M.J.Lyttle*, D.A.Banks, D.S.Culbard, H.R.C.Dawson, A.Farooque, D.J.Greaves, E.L.Home, S.J.P.Howland, A.N.Mackelworth, R.P.Merriman, A.Sharma

v The Harvey Grammar School 24th June


MCC (C.R.G.Vernon 54, M.R.Lincoln 47*, C.Emmanuel-Baker 3-19) 209-4 decThe Harvey Grammar School (A.R.Wightman 3-6) 88 all outMCC: L.G.Ward*, J.Champion, A.E.Clark, T.D.Cullen, P.P.Knight, M.R.Lincoln, J.J.Masters, A.M.Maurice, P.A.Motum, C.R.G.Vernon, A.R.Wightman

v The John Lyon School 24th June


MCC (R.K.Rao 70, J.Rasheed 100*, V.Bhimjiyani 49*) 286-3The John Lyon School (V.Bhimjiyani 3-16, J.Rasheed 4-12) 105 all outMCC: N.D.Goh*, T.J.Allan, V.Bhimjiyani, M.Cooke, J.F.Cotterell, J.Khan, A.M.Synnott, R.K.Rao, R.Rao, J.Rasheed, J.S.T.Williams


v Duke of York’s Royal Military School 25th June

MCC won by 42 runs Toss: Duke of York’s RMS

MCC (J.J.Masters 76*, D.K.Patching 53) 178-4 decDuke of York’s Royal Military School (C.J.Jackson 6-16) 136 all outMCC: Dr.J.B.Thompson*, D.P.Bartholomew, J.Champion, C.J.Jackson, J.J.Masters, P.A.Motum, D.K.Patching, L.G.Ward, D.J.Wheeler, A.R.Wightman, T.N.Wren

v Harrow School 25th June


MCC (W.Jones 124, A.Turner 3-41) 258-7 decHarrow School (R.White 90, M.Cousens 64) 259-5MCC: R.D.Nelson*, N.E.Defty, J.R.Fosbraey, H.Foster, G.M.Harper, I.R.Jenkins, W.Jones, D.C.Nash, Y.Sert, A.C.Spencer, W.J.Spencer

v King’s College School 25th June

MCC lost by 5 wickets Toss: King’s College School

MCC (C.R.Churchman 52, I.Mohammed 122) 255-3 decKing’s College School (J.Churchman 66, J.Huxtable 83, R.O.Jones 3-64) 258-5MCC: R.Q.Cake*, C.R.Churchman, E.V.Hill, T.P.Howland, G.W.Jones, R.O.Jones, R.S.Luddington, I.Mohammed, O.R.J.Quarry, N.G.K.Salmon, B.H.Wigley

The game was a tremendous victory for King’s College School (KCS) Wimbledon, after their bowlers had suffered at the hands of some brutal batting from MCC either side of lunch.

The Club’s steady progress was achieved through a partnership of 113 between Imran Mohammed and Chris Churchman, followed by a 50 partnership between Mohammed and Garri Jones. After Garri Jones’ departure, MCC accelerated to a very early declaration at 255 for 3 with Imran Mohammed eventually falling for a stylish 122, while Vern Hill’s 39* featured powerful shots in all directions. KCS rode their luck initially – James Churchman seeing an early edge go down in the slips, but went on to score a sprightly 66 to stay ahead of the required rate. On three occasions, Robin Jones (3 for 64) took what seemed to be the wicket that might turn the game, but MCC’s bowlers could never quite exert the desired control and the School’s batsmen kept their heads and made it home to win deservedly by five wickets.

Russell Cake

v Lancing College 25th June

MCC lost by 5 wickets Toss: Lancing College

MCC (R.H.Wakeford 119, H.O.Sims 52*) 211-3 decLancing College (N.Ballamy 135*, R.H.D.Spink 4-24) 214-5MCC: J.P.Carr*, H.N.E.Campbell, C.N.Gates, J.A.G.Green, J.Howie, K.Ibrahim, T.W.Nightingale, H.O.Sims, R.H.D.Spink, R.H.Wakeford, P.J.Wooldridge

v Langley School 25th June


MCC (A.S.Ansari 77, D.R.Martin 45) 187-6 decLangley School (S.R.Plater 3-25, F.Sutton 3-16) 111 all outMCC: C.R.Borrett*, A.S.Ansari, C.J.Binnie, T.W.E.Goodley, O.T.Higenbottam, J.R.Holden, A.J.A.Hooley, D.R.Martin, S.R.Plater, F.Sutton, P.D.E.Wiseman

The Club posted a very competitive total of 187-6 with A.S. Ansari striking an elegant 77. Langley struggled to get started and were disappointed to reach only 111 in reply, Plater collecting three wickets in an explosive opening spell which damaged the School’s batting order. Langley were excellent hosts and the future looks bright for a fast-developing School.

Chris Borrett

v Monkton Combe School 25th June


MCC (W.Kylander 81, T.Wortlehocke 3-55) 211-5 decMonkton Combe School (A.Tryfonos 4-66) 183 all outMCC: M.G.N.Windows*, S.A.Brewer, T.Carter, B.M.Figuerido, J.A.Green, G.D.Harding, M.O.Joyce, W.Kylander, E.J.M.Singleton, B.Smith, A.Tryfonos

v Tiffin School 24th June


MCC (A.S.Edmonds 103, C.J.Cann 109) 255-4 decTiffin School (A.Rana 48, S.G.D.Crampton 3-60) 201-7MCC: J.D.Atkins*, D.W.Bates, C.J.Cann, T.W.R.Carr, S.G.D.Crampton, W.Davies, A.S.Edmonds, B.A.Emblin, H.Saffiyuddin, M.J.Salmon, M.M.Rajabali

Probationers Cann and Edmonds put on over 200 for the second wicket and both made sparkling centuries on a good batting track. MCC’s veteran left-arm spinners, Salmon and Rajabali, and the slightly younger Tiffin old boy Crampton chipped away against some positive batting from the School. Neither side prevailed, despite MCC bowling 23 overs in the last hour, as Tiffin ended up at 201 for 7 and the game ended in an honourable draw.

Jonathan Atkins

v Wells Cathedral School 24th June


MCC (T.M.Parnell 60) 217-6 decWells Cathedral School (W.Bradshaw 54) 143-8MCC: B.D.Trotman*, J.W.Bachelor, J.S.Booth, M.Carpenter, L.A.Cooper, R.C.M.Davis, T.M.Parnell, N.G.Potter, P.N.Sanderson, G.M.Stephens, D.C.Wynne-Griffiths

The picturesque ground of Wells Cathedral School is the stage for a fantastic batting pitch, but the morning session proved harder than expected as MCC struggled to put runs on the board. Only Tom Parnell showed promise, amassing 50 at lunch as the Club slumped to 80 for 4. Things improved and, although the untimely loss of Parnell for 60 was a setback, Matt Carpenter’s quick-fire 44 resulted in a declaration on the 53-over mark. MCC took to the field looking to create pressure on the opening batsmen, and sterling work from Pete Sanderson and Nick Potter kept the scoring to a minimum inside the first 16 overs, with Wells taking tea on 35 for 1. Following the break, it was a tale of two different types of cricket; at one end Matt Carpenter was steaming in bowling fast, fully and accurately, whilst at the other Ramsay Davis began spinning his web of left-arm spin. Both bowled economically before Bachelor came on to claim further wickets, but the School demonstrated great application as they hung on for the draw, finishing with 143 for 8 off 63 overs.

Ben Trotman

v Canford School 25th June


MCC ( E.R.D.Nichols 65, J.H.Walters 76, T.S.C.Cooke 55*, C.D.Berrill 50) 264-7 dec

Canford School (W.D.B.Phillips 3-29, T.S.C.Cooke 3-26) 182 all outMCC: G.P.A.Herring*, C.D.Berrill, T.S.C.Cooke, D.M.Fry, J.D.Haworth, N.A.Le Bas, E.R.D.Nichols, W.D.B.Phillips, J.C.Richards, B.C.Thompson, J.H.Walters

v Chislehurst & Sidcup Grammar School 25th June


MCC (W.W.Lee 64, B.J.Butcher 5-66) 255-6 decChislehurst & Sidcup Grammar School (M.M.Patel 3-7) 120 all outMCC: R.J.O’Sullivan*, J.M.Evans, G.S.Joyce, G.Laing, W.W.Lee, L.McCawley, R.Mirza, M.M.Patel, A.A.Senn, C.R.G.Vernon, R.E.Wallbridge

v Cranleigh School 25th June


MCC (O.J.Davies 49, T.J.Crump 51*) 233-4 decCranleigh School (O.Pope 74*, A.J.Cama 3-46, S.R.Waters 3-49) 162-7MCC: M.Crump*, A.J.Cama, A.C.Cope, T.J.Crump, O.J.Davies, P.Harman, J.B.Haynes, W.O.F.Howard, J.P.C.Jupp, W.J.Langmead, S.R.Waters

After two years of rain-affected fixtures finally MCC were able to play a full fixture at Cranleigh. The Club set a robust total against the rather sharp Rollings and Chitty, with Tom Crump ending up on 51*. Cranleigh had a strong opening stand of 50, but the highlight of the innings came from 15-year-old Ollie Pope, who played a fabulous knock of 74* to hold the School innings together. Cranleigh simply ran out of steam towards the end with the game ending in a competitive draw.

Matt Crump


MCC: A.J.Trott*, T.W.J.Chapman, S.J.Childs, O.J.Chinneck, O.J.Clayson, W.M.E.Denselow, K.J.Locke, E.A.J.Packard, P.J.Smith, G.R.Thurstance

v Christ’s Hospital 26th June


MCC (M.Barson 73*) 199-5 decChrist’s Hospital (M.Barson 3-3, Lt.-Col.A.T.D.Lerwill 3-46) 153 all outMCC: P.J.Goodwin*, M.Barson, A.E.Brawn, G.A.Hobden, C.C.Hammond, J.G.Knapper, Lt.-Col.A.T.D.Lerwill, C.May, J.B.Sadler, R.H.Wakeford, P.J.Wooldridge

MCC struggled through to lunch on 100 for 4, as all the Christ’s Hospital bowlers bowled well, supported by some fine catches. An excellent lunch included a full band parade and afterwards Max Barson’s 73 allowed the Club to declare at 199 for 5. In reply, MCC’s bowlers kept the scoring rate down and with the pacey Barson and the flight and guile of Tim Lerwill, the School lost wickets on a fairly regular basis. An outstanding partnership between L. Hansford and A. Elmes took the School close, but with only a few overs left MCC took the last couple of wickets, enabling a win by 46 runs. The School conducted themselves exceptionally well and it is clear that cricket at Christ’s Hospital is on the rise.

Patrick Goodwin

v Cranbrook School 26th June


MCC (T.W.R.Carr 64, N.J.Hunt 46) 196-6 decCranbrook School 200-5MCC: A.R.Wightman*, T.W.R.Carr, B.Leale-Green, N.J.Hunt, C.A.MacLeod, J.J.Masters, P.A.Motum, S.Reenivasa, J.Walton, D.J.Wheeler, M.J.White

Tudor Carr led the way for MCC with a useful 64, but some tight bowling by Cranbrook in the middle of the innings slowed progress until Neil Hunt hit out at the end. The School chased the target with spirit and intent from the start, with all of their batsmen making a contribution. The Club’s bowlers were manouevred around as the game progressed towards a tight finish. The previous year, Cranbrook had been in a similar position with 50 runs required, when they had collapsed to be all out. This year, they drew on that experience and, despite an excellent bowling performance from Carr (2 for 76), they kept wickets intact and they reached the target five wickets down. Congratulations to the School and the Match Manager will have to review his declaration strategy ahead of next year’s fixture.

Tony Wightman

v Glamorgan Nomads CC 26th June

MCC won by 6 wickets Toss: Glamorgan Nomads CC

Glamorgan Nomads CC (J.Harris 60, T.Sidford 74) 228 all out MCC (O.J.Davies 55, D.D.Cherry 81*) 230-4MCC: D.R.J.Herbert*, A.Aji, H.C.R.Bowles, L.P.Burns, D.D.Cherry, O.J.Davies, J.Hitchen, G.Holmes, C.L.Lawlor, R.A.J.Smith, J.W.Steptoe

Glamorgan Nomads won the toss and elected to bat. The outstanding Smith had the batting side in all sorts of trouble with pacy swing bowling and was ably supported by Steptoe. Nomads struggled to 44 for 5 but were rescued by a superb century partnership between Harris (60) and Sidford (an impressive, hard-hitting 74). The innings finished on 228 all out after 63 overs – probably 40 short of a par score. The Club opened with a solid partnership of 97, Bowles (35) and Davies (55) dominating, and the innings continued in the same vein. Cherry then produced a gem of an innings to seal a comprehensive victory in 36 overs.

Dan Herbert

v Metropolitan Police CC 26th June

Match cancelled

MCC: N.Sen*, T.M.Caviet, T.Deacon, W.D.G.Dunn, C.W.Fleming, A.Mohammed, C.Offer, M.M.Rajabali, C.F.Sorensen, A.Viney, D.Wigley

v Norwich School 26th June


MCC (S.R.Plater 56, C.H.Cooper 76, M.Plater 3-37) 262-7 decNorwich School 97-4MCC: P.J.Free*, C.H.Cooper, S.B.Cooper, A.J.Douglas, R.J.C.Goodenough, J.I.Hay, O.T.Higenbottam, S.J.B.Livermore, D.R.Martin, S.R.Plater, A.Todd

v St. Bartholomew’s School 25th June


MCC (C.Flack 3-21, W.Herrington 3-26) 140 all outSt. Bartholmew’s School (H.Houlder 3-47, I.Boyton 3-9) 141-9MCC: S.Butt*, I.Boyton, P.J.Douglas, H.Houlder, W.H.C.Hunt, J.W.Irwin-Brown, S.J.Mankee, A.W.A.McCulla, R.Peter, R.K.Rao, R.Rao

v Sutton CC 25th June


MCC (T.R.W.Carr 54, J.P.C.Musgrave 79, B.Vaghela 4-22) 254-9 decSutton CC (N.Pretorius 68, J.B.F.Woodroof 5-43) 202 all outMCC: S.Gibson*, C.S.Bates, T.R.W.Carr, S.P.Coughlin, N.Kent, J.P.C.Musgrave, G.G.W.Paterson, A.G.Rennison, R.D.Underwood, J.B.F.Woodroof, J.J.Wyatt

James Woodroof’s canny death bowling swung an excellent game of cricket towards the MCC side. Earlier, Carr and Musgrave had set up the Club’s innings before Vaghela (4 for 22) led the fightback for a committed Sutton side to keep MCC to 254 for 9. The explosive Pretorius looked to have positioned Sutton well for a successful chase until he became one of Woodroof’s five victims. Underwood (2 for 15) and Rennison (2 for 29) provided support as Sutton finished 52 runs short.

Steve Gibson

v The Forest School 25th June


MCC (S.R.A.Cheetham 62, J.Allum 3-41, Kayser 3-31) 238-8 decThe Forest School (Kayser 66, C.T.Owen 5-18) 116 all outMCC: R.P.Lane*, S.R.A.Cheetham, K.J.Desai, A.Eaglesham, A.Holdgate, J.D.Howarth, C.T.Owen, J.E.Shepherd

v The Perse School 25th June


MCC (S.Veevers-Chorlton 81, D.G.Root 56*) 220-7 decThe Perse School (A.Jackson 52, J.Howe 56, J.S.E.Ellis-Grewal 6-35) 189-9MCC: S.H.Aldous*, R.J.Catley, S.B.Cooper, P.A.Coughlin, J.S.E.Ellis-Grewal, O.R.Fowlston, M.A.Kay, P.G.Richer, D.G.Root, C.F.Sorenson, S.Veevers-Chorlton

MCC’s 220 was built around an excellent 81 from Spencer Veevers-Chorlton. He was well supported by Gareth Root, later Oliver Fowlston (a quick-fire 26) and Peter Richer (a steady 23). The School went about the chase in a steady fashion with both Jackson and Howe getting good fifties. They put the Perse School into an excellent position with 20 overs to go, needing less than a hundred to win. However, this was the time for the introduction of Joe Ellis-Grewal, whose spell of 10 overs, 6 for 35 was outstanding. He showed excellent variations and the School can take some pride in getting to 189 for 9 in the chase.

Simon Aldous

v The Royal Grammar School, Newcastle-upon-Tyne (50 overs) 25th JuneMCC won by 119 runs Toss: MCC

MCC (G.H.Hazel-Owram 58, S.A.Malpass 115) 244-5The Royal Grammar School (K.Ahmed 4-14) 125 all outMCC: S.J.Birtwisle*, K.Ahmed, W.H.A.Allen, T.Common, R.C.Cowdrey, I.Fazal, G.H.Hazel-Owram, S.A.Malpass, J.Ritzema, Dr.R.F.Schoonheim, Y.Judah

With a tournament imminent for the School, it was decided to play a 50-over game to aid their preparation. The Jesmond pitch had a tinge of green, which the School’s opening bowlers exploited and MCC found themselves 43 for 3. George Hazel-Owram and Sam Malpass began the re-building process and then took the attack to the bowlers – Malpass with a magnificent 115. MCC made inroads with the new ball and then a devastating spell of spin bowling from Kez Ahmed crippled the School’s reply, MCC eventually bowling them out for 125 to win the match by a margin of 119 runs.

Simon Birtwisle

v Bedford Modern School 26th June

Match drawn Toss: Bedford Modern School

MCC (G.R.Thurstance 110, K.J.Locke 58, W.M.E.Denselow 52) 282-8 decBedford Modern School (H.Thurstance 54, T.Burman 90, A.J.Trott 3-22) 226-8


contributions from McLean and Wales, and from probationers Gawith and Quarry. After the break, Quarry and Foster caused problems with the swinging ball for Sutton’s batsmen, with attacking fields being set at every opportunity. Lancefield batted positively throughout his innings and showed promise for his 69 and his colleague Joyce was unlucky not to score a half-century, being caught and bowled by Quarry in his second spell. The Grammar School batted positively throughout and were all out for 209 with only six overs remaining.

Andy Wales

v Whitgift School 26th June

MCC won by 48 runs Toss: Whitgift School

MCC (L.Gough 50, J.R.Wood 66) 221-6 decWhitgift School (G.Dann 55, D.K.Patching 5-32) 173 all outMCC: K.A.O.Barrett*, N.A.Chohan, M.Dayal, K.Desai, L.Gough, D.K.Patching, M.D.Patel, J.R.Pearce, J.Porter, J.R.Wood, C.A.Woodhead

MCC recorded their first victory against Whitgift School for a few years, beginning well with Wood punching off the back foot through the covers and Gough driving to both sides of the wicket. Both openers reached 50 in an opening stand of 118 before falling in quick succession. After lunch, MCC made steady progress and reached 221 for 6 from 56 overs with good contributions from Chohan and Patel – the latter having to retire after top-edging a sweep shot into the bridge of his nose, and spending most of the afternoon in the School Surgery – MCC players clearly used to a different type of “claret”.

MCC got off to the perfect start, with Porter removing the Whitgift captain, Lloyd, with the first ball of the second innings. Beri and Dann made sound progress, and at 85 for 1, had built a solid platform to chase down the target. That all changed with the introduction of Patching. Using the guile of a wily ferret, Patching finished with 5 for 32 off 10 overs, with all five dismissals being clean bowled – including Dann, who made a sound 55. Whitgift steadily lost wickets and fell behind the rate. Even with a late flurry of boundaries from Nelson and McManus, Whitgift fell short by 48 runs.

Kevin Barrett

v Abingdon School 27th June


MCC (A.J.Cama 42, D.Matthews 3-27) 146 all outAbingdon School (R.Garrett 49) 147-4MCC: N.A.Gauri*, A.J.Cama, M.L.Creese, G.P.Hewitt, N.Khosla, J.F.D.Mendelssohn, O.J.Miller, S.Pathak, R.K.Rao, D.W.Terry, J.G.Wilson

On what looked like a good wicket at Abingdon, good bowling, superb fielding and poor batting restricted the Club to just 146. Cama top-scored with 42. It would take an excellent effort in the field to defend what was a sub-par total. Unfortunately, the opening attack did not get off to the start that it would have wished as one of the Abingdon openers was quick to punish anything off-line. The rain arrived just before teatime, but the game continued, the Umpires having pronounced that conditions were not “dangerous”. MCC spinners Creese and Cama tried valiantly to stem the run flow, but ultimately the conditions were soaking wet, which made control nigh-on impossible. The School breezed to a six-wicket victory with overs to spare. The Club was out-played on this occasion, but will be out for revenge next year!

Naz Gauri

v Berkhamsted School 27th June

Match abandoned Toss: Berkhamsted School

MCC (D.R.J.Cranfield-Thompson 102*) 205-5 decBerkhamsted School (S.Masters 100) 170-6MCC: J.G.E.Benning*, C.G.Arnold, C.J.Cann, O.J.Chinneck, D.R.J.Cranfield-Thompson, R.J.Curzon-Thompson, M.J.Eyles, G.E.M.Graham, E.A.J.Packard, M.J.Payne, G.Russell

v Bolton School 27th June


MCC (N.D.Anderson 71) 108-1MCC: R.E.W.G.Horridge*, N.D.Anderson, J.R.Bentham, M.J.Birks, G.H.Dhar, N.J.H.Fielden, D.R.Green, N.J.Heaton, R.A.B.Purnell, D.C.Sandiford, A.J.Syddall

v Pocklington School 26th June


MCC (S.Lambert 82, F.Beal 3-38) 177-4 decPocklington School (S.C.Mosey 4-40) 125 all outMCC: N.L.Fletcher*, S.D.Burdett, G.T.Hazel-Owram, I.D.Jarvis, S.Lambert, T.C.Lund, S.C.Mosey, R.F.T.Musgrave, S.Pathak, J.D.Rigby, Dr.R.F.Schoonheim

The Club enjoyed an entertaining victory against the well-coached and enthusiastic Pocklington School. Batting first with a top five comprising solely probationers, MCC were in early difficulties at 36 for 2. A partnership of 76 between Lambert (82) and Jarvis (31) put the Club back in control and with a breezy 38* from Burdett a sporting declaration was made. A special mention should go to the School’s opening bowler, Frankie Beal, who bowled with skill and pace to take 3 for 38. Pocklington never really challenged the total, being dismissed for 125 with the only meaningful contributions coming from Hanley (25) and Coton (32). For the Club, Mosey had an excellent spell of 21 overs, taking 4 for 40 bowling uphill against the breeze.

Neil Fletcher

v Portsmouth Grammar School 26th June


MCC (M.J.Winter 62, A.J.Donaldson 48, W.Davies 46) 256-6 decPortsmouth Grammar School (S.Collings-Wells 87) 190 all outMCC: D.J.Henderson*, W.Davies, A.J.Donaldson, L.Duffield, J.D.Haworth, J.W.Irwin-Brown, N.A.Le Bas, J.C.Richards, R.R.Savage, M.J.Winter, A.P.Woodward

MCC posted a brisk 256 on a lovely summer’s day on the South Coast. Portsmouth Grammar School reached 90 for 2 in the twelve overs before tea and looked well set to reach this target. Some accurate bowling from Woodward and Donaldson ripped out the middle order to leave the School 62 runs short but with ten overs of the day remaining.

David Henderson

v Reading School 26th June


MCC (W.H.C.Hunt 52, R.K.Rao 61) 231-6 decReading School (J.S.Houlder 3-86) 199-9MCC: S.Butt*, I.Boyton, J.Harris, J.S.Houlder, W.H.C.Hunt, W.J.A.MacDonald, S.J.Mankee, A.W.A.McCulla, R.Rao, R.K.Rao, P.W.J.Richards

v Solihull School 26th June


MCC (M.J.Donald 99, J.L.Ede 68*, C.B.Duffell 57*) 270-2 decSolihull School (N.Starkey 49, J.Hughes 78, O.Hayley 79) 273-5MCC: W.J.Mottram*, H.R.C.Dawson, M.J.Donald, C.B.Duffell, J.L.Ede, A.Farooque, S.Gear, J.R.Holliday, J.M.Robinson, J.E.Tall, P.J.W.Young

On a beautiful day in Solihull, MCC had the first opportunity to bat on a wonderful batting track. Simon Gear (36) and Martin Donald (99) put on 129 for the first wicket. After lunch MCC accelerated – probably too quickly – as James Ede and Charlie Duffell scored with ease. An obtainable total was set and, with so many overs left in the game, the Club needed to strike early. Sadly this didn’t happen but MCC were bought back into the game thanks to spin twins Farooque (2 for 73) and Dawson (2 for 43). Batting-friendly conditions and some more than competent batting enabled the School to cruise to victory for the loss of only five wickets, with nine overs to spare.

William Mottram

v Sutton Grammar School 26th June

MCC won by 30 runs Toss: Sutton Grammar School

MCC (A.S.Edmonds 68, R.Joyce 3-62, G.Lancefield 3-50) 239-7 decSutton Grammar School ( G.Lancefield 69, R.Joyce 48,

S.J.Foster 3-35) 209 all outMCC: A.J.L.Wales*, N.E.Defty, A.S.Edmonds, J.W.Excell, S.J.Foster, P.J.Furner, P.C.H.Gawith, J.J.McLean, Dr.H.J.Patel, P.Patel, O.R.J.Quarry

Furner and probationer Edmonds started well, putting on 95 for MCC’s first wicket. After a couple of quick wickets, there were positive


v Prior Park College 27th June

Match abandoned Toss; MCC

MCC (J.A.Green 81, N.G.Potter 49) 211-3 decPrior Park College 58-2MCC: D.M.Barnes*, M.B.Abington, T.S.C.Cooke, T.B.A.Davies, J.A.Green, J.R.McCredie, N.G.Potter, O.C.Powell, W.J.J.Rowe, E.J.M.Singleton, B.C.Thompson

Beginning in sunny conditions, MCC lost two early wickets to Prior Park’s opening bowlers, Pearson and Kelly, before being steadied by probationers Green and Potter. Dark clouds circled as the visitors declared on 211 for 3. Prior Park’s innings started with an opening partnership of 33 between Tappsfield and Mattick and MCC picked up two wickets before the tea interval to leave the game evenly poised with Prior Park on 58 for 2. Rain then descended and with no further play possible, the match had to be abandoned.

Darren Barnes

v Sir Joseph Williamson’s School 27th June


MCC (G.A.Aukett 60, D.H.Stickels 48, J.Hyder 4-45) 205-7 decSir Joseph Williamson’s School ( O.Morton 55, M.J.E.Green 3-30,

D.H.Stickels 3-34) 178 all outMCC: J.F.Barr*, G.A.Aukett, D.P.Bartholomew, M.J.E.Green, T.F.C.Harvey, B.O.Leale-Green, A.M.Maurice, P.D.B.Mitchell, H.Snape, D.H.Stickels, D.J.Wheeler

Batting first in awkward conditions, MCC were a precarious 30 for 3 after the first hour. However, some attacking batting from Dan Stickels combined with the experience of Glen Aukett to allow the Club to declare ahead of the half way stage, offering the School 52 overs to get 206. Hugo Snape took two early wickets to dent their hopes but the School managed to keep well ahead of the required rate and had a realistic opportunity for victory, needing just 29 runs with three wickets in hand. An excellent run out by Patrick Mitchell dismissed the key batsman and MCC eventually ran out comfortable winners against a strong School side.

James Barr

v Cardiff CC 28th June

Match drawn Toss: Cardiff CC

MCC (Brad Wadlan 151*) 268-5 decCardiff CC (K.Carlson 104) 258-7MCC: R.L.Morgan*, L.P.Burns, J.Hickman, N.P.Howells, I.R.Jenkins, F.R.H.John, J.W.Steptoe, G.Sullivan, T.D.Turner, Brad Wadlan, Brett Wadlan

v City of London Freemen’s School 28th June

Match abandoned

MCC: R.L.Johnson*, T.R.W.Carr, J.Carter, T.M.Caviet, R.Chaudhuri, O.J.Davies, P.J.Furner, D.C.Gerard, J.P.C.Musgrave, W.J.Spencer, J.D.Taylor

v Clayesmore School 28th June


MCC (S.D.Needham 47, O.Perrin 3-31, D.Clutterbuck 4-32) 160 all outClayesmore School (O.C.Powell 5-27 T.P.A.Davies 5-38) 123 all outMCC: D.M.Fry*, D.M.Barnes, T.P.A.Davies, Lt.-Col.A.T.D.Lerwill, T.J.Mynott, S.D.Needham, E.R.D.Nichols, O.C.Powell, E.J.M.Singleton, S.Tapsfield, B.C.Thompson

The Club suffered a major setback when ten recognised top order batsmen failed to pass 50, and succumbed to 160 all out in 42 overs. In reply, five wickets apiece from off-spinners Ollie Powell and Toby Davies saw off the Clayesmore’s challenge, which at 83 for 2 had looked extremely promising.

Dominic Fry

v Ellesmere College 28th June

MCC won by 18 runs Toss: Ellesmere College

MCC (D.Jonrd 3-14) 100 all outEllesmere College (H.E.Smallwood 4-12) 82 all outMCC: G.L.Home*, N.J.Bevan, D.N.Catterall, W.D.Clarke, D.T.Cotter, R.Davies, H.R.C.Dawson, T.L.Home, H.E.Smallwood, T.D.Smith, C.A.J.Wedgewood

v Jersey (T20 reduced to 16 overs per side) 27th June

MCC won by 11 runs Toss: Jersey

MCC (C.W.Perchard 3-2) 102-8Jersey 91-6MCC: J.R.Wileman*, G.G.Arblaster, M.D.Hunn, P.M.Hutchison, A.C.L.James, R.H.Jones, M.I.Langford, D.C.Pascoe, N.Patel, D.M.Pratt, J.R.Wade

v Eastbourne College 27th June


MCC (J.D.W.Walker 91, J.T.Pooley 88*, H.Smith 3-40) 240-6 decEastbourne College (H.Finch 130) 234-5MCC: B.Smith*, C.S.G.Cooke, T.H.C.Harvey, G.A.Hobden, J.A.Howie, J.T.Pooley, A.J.Stewart, M.Tomsett, T.van Noort, J.D.W.Walker, P.J.Wooldridge,

v Eltham College 27th June


MCC (N.Freeborn 59, C.J.Willetts 52, J.Radhakrishnan 3-42) 229-9 decEltham College (T.Mees 3-37) 151-6MCC: N.J.Bluett*, M.Abbas, M.J.Bluett, J.M.Evans, N.Freeborn, T.C.M.Harris, N.Kent, T.Mees, A.Senn, C.Sid-Speller, C.J.Willetts

v Enfield Grammar School 27th June


MCC (J.I.W.Gatting 76, T.W.R.Carr 53, D.H.Kerry 66*, J.O.Weaving 50*) 278-2 decEnfield Grammar School 160 all outMCC: M.R.Bowen*, G.N.Blackmore, T.W.R.Carr, B.J.Collins, J.I.W.Gatting, D.C.Gerard, N.G.Hurst, D.H.Kerry, J.A.Mote, M.M.Rajabali, J.O.Weaving

The Grammar School won the toss and elected to field. Opening the batting for MCC, Gatting and Carr scored freely and brought up the 100 partnership in good time before Carr was caught and bowled with a sharp return catch from the leg-spinner Thompson. This brought Daniel Kerry to the crease, who took up where Carr left off. Eventually Gatting went for 76, bringing Jo Weaving to the crease. Weaving and Kerry took the score to 278 for 2, Kerry making 66 and Weaving 50. Gatting and Kerry opened the bowling for the Club, bowling with good pace and taking an early wicket each. The School lost wickets at regular intervals, although Wallis batted well for his 34. They were eventually bowled out for 160 with six overs left in the match.

Matthew Bowen

v Exeter School 27th June

Match abandoned Toss: Exeter School

MCC (R.P.Fern 51, W.M.Lawry 69) 234-5 decExeter School 86-2MCC: A.G.Hamilton*, R.P.Ayer, N.A.Baldwin, D.J.Bostock, F.J.Broderick, J.H.Duder, R.P.Fern, M.S.Fowler, W.M.Lawry, L.I.F.Sanders, B.D.Trotman

v Gresham’s School 27th June


MCC (M.G.F.Walker 56) 219-7 decGresham’s School 72-2MCC: J.S.A.Nicholls*, C.H.Cooper, S.Cooper, J.Hay, J.R.Holden, D.R.Martin, S.R.Plater, A.Ponder, F.C.A.Taylor, M.W.Thomas, M.G.F.Walker

v Huddersfield New College Cricket Academy 27th June


MCC 77-2MCC: J.S.Booth*, I.D.Jarvis, G.T.Hazell-Owram, T.Hodson, S.Lambert, S.T.Lawrence, D.A.Lees, C.J.Kippax, R.F.T.Musgrave, Dr.R.F.Schoonheim, H.E.Smallwood

v Parmiter’s School 27th June


MCC (M.J.Howeson 81*, H.Illangaratne 126) 232-2 decParmiter’s School (J.Cooke 86, S.Emerton 49, N.L.Hodgins 4-35) 199 all outMCC: N.L.Hodgins*, S.Butt, C.J.Hardcastle, D.Howard, M.J.Howeson, H.Illangaratne, M.D.Lench, P.Mehta, N.Morgan, I.Mulholland, S.S.Rogers


v St. Paul’s School 29th June


MCC (J.O.Weaving 83, R.L.Young 57*, S.Bhushan 3-33) 241-5 decSt. Paul’s School (M.Madhvani 48, T.Powe 109*, A.Meyer 63) 242-5MCC: R.W.S.Carroll*, D.W.Bates, S.J.Cato, A.S.Edmonds, D.C.Gerard, I.R.Jenkins, J.A.D.Lumsden, P.J.Moran, J.O.Weaving, R.L.Young

v King Edward’s School, Witley 30th June


MCC (J.C.Richards 89, L.D’Silva 51, S.Tunbridge 3-38, T.Orme 3-24) 244-8 decKing Edward’s School ( A.Orme 83, O.J.Davies 3-15,

A.J.Cama 4-51) 153 all outMCC: G.P.Hewitt*, A.J.Cama, A.J.R.Collier, O.J.Davies, L.D’Silva, C.H.Fellows-Smith, P.M.P.Eckersley, E.J.Humphries, N.Khosla, J.C.Richards, J.H.Walters

v King Edward’s School, Bath 1st July


MCC (C.D.Gange 100, T.S.C.Cooke 100) 278-3 decKing Edward’s School (T.King 50, J.A.G.Green 4-84) 254-8MCC: G.Brown*, S.A.Brewer, D.J.Catlow, T.S.C.Cooke, C.D.Gange, J.A.G.Green, E.J.Humphreys, O.J.Lawson, N.G.Potter, P.N.Sanderson, B.C.Thompson

MCC’s 278 for 3 was made against a varied attack of pace and good

spin. The Club’s standard of batting, though, was excellent – in particular

Gange and Cooke, who each retired upon reaching the 100 mark. The

School fielded very well and showed great character to keep going and to

prevent the Club from reaching 300-plus. In reply, King Edward’s went

about chasing the large target with maturity and skill. Top scorer Tom

King was given the man of match award for his half-century; at one stage

he put two balls into the nearby canal. The School came up just short in

their chase and finished on 254 for 8.

Gregg Brown

v Latymer Upper School 1st July

MCC won by 56 runs Toss: Latymer Upper School

MCC (L.Casey 80, A.Khan 54*) 228-4 decLatymer Upper School ( R.Burnett 83*, V.Sethi 4-49,

V.Bhimjiyani 4-60) 172 all outMCC: V.Sethi*, V.Bhimjiyani, L.Casey, A.Khan, O.R.D.Logan, S.Patel, R.K.Rao, R.Rao, R.W.Saxby, S.A.Selwood, A.Soni

Under perfect weather and ground conditions, MCC scored a solid 228 for 4 off 43 overs, setting Latymer Upper considerable time to score the required runs. All batsmen got themselves in, but only Casey capitalised with a well composed 80. Khan then upped the scoring rate with a fast

v Hurricanes (North Holland) (T20) 28th June

MCC lost by 75 runs Toss: Hurricanes

Hurricanes (E.Van den Burg 73) 257-9MCC (J.R.Wade 61, V.A.Tewarie 3-28) 182 all outMCC: J.R.Wileman*, G.G.Arblaster, R.Bolstridge, P.M.Hutchison, A.C.L.James, R.H.Jones, W.W.Moolman, D.C.Pascoe, N.Patel, D.M.Pratt, J.R.Wade

v St. Peter’s School 28th June

Match abandoned

MCC: Dr.N.P.Durham*, N.D.Anderson, S.D.Burdett, I.D.Jarvis, S.Lambert, S.C.Mosey, J.Murphy, J.D.Rigby, J.Ritzema, Dr.R.F.Schoonheim, H.Williams

v The King’s School, Grantham 28th June

Match abandoned

MCC: J.D.L.O’Connor*, L.T.Bailey, J.W.R.Clayfield, W.H.R.Edwards, D.J.Goodson, D.C.Gerard, A.J.A.Hooley, T.M.Jack, D.J.E.Oldham, A.D.Sears, B.H.F.Stroud

v The King’s School, Macclesfield 28th June

Match abandoned

MCC: M.H.W.Gray*, J.D.Bean, A.M.Day, T.Hodson, Rev.R.Marsden, J.P.Needham, D.J.Otway, J.A.Reynard, L.D.S.Smith, N.P.Wells, R.M.Wilkinson

v Wellingborough School 28th June


MCC 146-8 decWellingborough School (C.M.Macdonell 50) 128-4MCC: J.M.Attfield*, D.R.Clarke, J.C.T.Collins, P.Croker, G.Evans, E.R.Fowler, N.J.Haste, G.D.Hofbauer, R.M.James, T.Lukas, R.J.Pack

v Sevenoaks School 29th June


MCC (W.J.House 74, R.Harris 3-44) 200-8 decSevenoaks School (C.J.Crang 3-18) 82 all outMCC: W.J.House*, E.J.Alexander, E.J.B.Bugge, C.J.Crang, P.J.Davies, K.Desai, N.Freeborn, G.A.G.Henderson, C.M.M.Hill, R.A.Kemp, S.K.MacLennan

An excellent 43 from Sevenoaks’ James McQuin ensured a strong start from the School in their pursuit of 201 for victory. However, MCC’s spinners, Chris Crang and Charlie Hill, gained considerable assistance from the wicket and ran through the School’s middle and lower order. Ed Bugge also bowled well with the new ball to claim two wickets. Earlier, the School had bowled and fielded superbly, Rupert Harris claiming three wickets – one thanks to a breathtaking catch at long on by Oliver Gibson – but MCC were able to reach 200 thanks to useful contributions from Scott Maclennan, Will House, Giles Henderson and Charlie Hill.

Will House

SEVENOAKS SCHOOL


v St. Dunstan’s College 1st JulyMCC won by 22 runs Toss: St. Dunstan’s College

MCC (B.O.Leale-Green 99, N.F.Alberts 82) 241-2 decSt. Dunstan’s College ( G.Burr 55, B.Syrett 73, X.P.M.Darroch 3-50,

W.F.Wright 3-33) 219 all outMCC: D.G.Darroch*, N.F.Alberts, D.L.J.Bailey, X.P.M.Darroch, R.A.Horner, B.O.Leale-Green, J.A.D.Lumsden, J.P.Mills, P.Patel, N.K.B.Salmon, W.F.Wright

v The King’s School, Canterbury 1st JulyMCC won by 80 runs Toss: The King’s School

MCC (J.L.Cowdrey 101, J.S.Masters 100*) 221-2 decThe King’s School (P.J.Wooldridge 5-35) 141 all outMCC: G.J.R.Williams*, J.M.Baker-White, E.J.B.Bugge, J.L.Cowdrey, B.J.B.Hall, C.A.R.MacLeod, J.S.Masters, P.D.B.Mitchell, P.A.Motum, H.Snape, P.J.Wooldridge

A pleasant morning saw MCC put in on a flat deck, wholly out of a sense of tradition from the home side. Wooldridge departed in the first over but Cowdrey and Masters steadied the Club with ease and proceeded to make hay. Whilst the King’s bowlers kept it tight at times, Cowdrey pushed ahead and gradually upped the pace to reach his first MCC century. Masters was more circumspect, albeit more comfortable, and, happy to take singles rather than dominate the bowling, he reached his classy century at the end of the innings. The King’s innings started solidly; Meddings and Baker-White were comfortable against quality new ball bowling from Snape and Bugge. Two run outs after tea effectively lost them the match as the innings never recovered. Down the order, Glynn-Williams (a 2nd XI player) showed some promise but five wickets from Wooldridge closed the game out.

Gareth Williams

v The Oratory School 1st JulyMCC won by 38 runs Toss: The Oratory School

MCC (W.J.A.MacDonald 87*, Rintoul 3-32) 206-7 decThe Oratory School (Jacobsen 58, O.C.Powell 4-26) 168 all outMCC: S.W.D.Rintoul*, D.P.Bartholomew, W.Davies, R.J.R.Edlmann, P.Hennessy, G.D.Hicks, W.J.A.MacDonald, S.J.Mankee, O.C.Powell, D.Rintoul, S.E.Ryan

v Warwickshire Pilgrims CC 1st July

MCC lost by 27 runs Toss: Warwickshire Pilgrims CC

Warwickshire Pilgrims CC (G.Randhawa 81, J.Walker 112, D.Ball 75, G.A.Hobden 4-103) 331-6 decMCC ( R.H.Wakeford 108, T.P.W.Harvey 50,

D.A.Clapp 48*, M.Cooke 5-71) 304 all outMCC: D.A.Clapp*, A.E.Brawn, A.H.Cox, J.S.Cox, C.M.Grammer, T.P.W.Harvey, G.A.Hobden, E.J.Murrills, J.M.Robinson, H.O.Sims, R.H.Wakeford

54*. Latymer responded well in the early stages, scoring at a good rate, but could not keep this up as their captain, Burnett, ran out of partners. The School were 145 for 3, but collapsed to 172 all out with some fine spin bowling from Bhimjiyani and skipper Sethi.

Vishal Sethi

v Licensed Victuallers’ School 1st July


MCC (W.M.Lawry 53, B.T.Mooney 129*, M.G.R.Swann 64*) 274-1Liscenced Victuallers’ School ( A.J.Towse 3-4, C.P.Harrison 3-16) 99 all outMCC: C.P.Seal*, C.P.Harrison, W.M.Lawry, A.W.A.McCulla, B.T.Mooney, Y.Sert, Aalok Soni, O.J.D.Swann, A.J.Towse, R.G.H.Turner, R.A.D.West

Ben Mooney’s outstanding 129* was the backbone of the MCC’s 274 for 1 in a rather one-sided affair in Ascot. The School struggled to cope with some excellent new ball bowling from Ash West and Oliver Swann and they opened the door for spinners Towse (a Housemaster at the School) and Harrison, who bagged three wickets each. Despite their travails on the field, the School were excellent hosts.

Chris Seal

v New Hall School 1st July


MCC (J.E.L.Buttleman 114, P.Richer 71) 221-3 decNew Hall School ( L.Poynter 73, J.Whetstone 54,

Rohan Bhome 3-63, T.L.Hemingway 5-54) 201 all out

MCC: B.J.Debenham*, Rohan Bhome, J.E.L.Buttleman, T.L.Hemingway, J.P.H.Hinton, P.J.O’Reilly, T.P.C.Philip, S.J.L.Pountney, N.R.Prowting, P.Richer, W.S.A.Weller

v Old Bedfordians CC 1st July

MCC won by 2 wickets Toss: Old Bedfordians CC

Old Bedfordians CC ( W.Aitkenhead 75, E.Wharton 96, N.G.M.Ramsay 3-47) 246-8 dec

MCC (G.R.Thurstance 65, I.Mohammed 86, E.Waite 3-26) 247-8MCC: W.H.Notley*, W.J.Bancroft, O.J.Chinneck, P.A.Coughlin, D.C.Gerard, A.J.A.Hooley, A.H.Lewis, M.Lench, I.Mohammed, N.G.M.Ramsay, G.R.Thurstance

v Pangbourne College 1st July


MCC (M.J.Payne 95, J.C.Richards 64*, C.J.Cann 50, W.Wright 3-50) 281-5 decPangbourne College (M.J.Payne 5-31) 141-9MCC: O.J.Clayson*, C.J.Cann, R.C.Cowdrey, H.Foster, R.J.C.Harris, E.A.J.Packard, M.J.Payne, J.C.Richards, J.E.Shepherd, J.B.F.Woodroof, S.J.Wyatt

THE BOYS RECEIVE A PRE-MATCH TALK AT NEW HALL SCHOOL


who has already represented Middx IIs and took 5 for 56. With more rain shortening the game, both teams were in sight of victory with two overs to go. The School finished at 146 for 8, with Stuart Browne having starred with the ball, taking three wickets. A draw was a fair result.

Dave Hanson

v Tonbridge School 2nd July

Match abandoned Toss: Tonbridge School

MCC (T.F.J.Coldman 58, O.G.K.Howick 86, R.O’Grady 3-35) 248-8 decTonbridge School 30-0MCC: S.Iqbal*, S.Boyd, E.J.B.Bugge, T.F.J.Coldman, T.E.Goodworth, T.F.C.Harvey, C.M.M.Hill, O.G.K.Howick, M.Richardson, A.O.J.Shales, P.J.Wooldridge

v Trinity School 2nd July


MCC (F.Wilson 3-68) 214-9 decTrinity School (J.McCulloch 108*, F.Wilson 61*, C.Webster 41) 218-2MCC: J.E.Vigar*, R.C.Cowdrey, M.Dayal, P.J.Furner, I.W.Gray, G.P.Hewitt, N.Khosla, J.G.Knapper, N.K.B.Salmon, D.C.Wynne-Griffith, D.M.Woods

A weakened MCC side were just not good enough against an excellent Trinity School side containing some exciting young cricketers. MCC’s total of 214 for 9 was 50 runs short with no batsman passing 40 and 55 overs used up. On a very good pitch, the School batted excellently, winning for the loss of only two wickets in 36.4 overs. Jamie McCulloch looked a fine prospect in scoring 108*, and he was well supported by Chris Webster and Freddie Wilson.

John Vigar

v Beaconsfield CC 3rd July


MCC (G.D.T.Paskins 53, J.R.Cockroft 54, J.Cameron 4-46) 235-8 decBeaconsfield CC (G.E.M.Graham 3-18) 122 all outMCC: D.A.Shaw*, R.Chaudhuri, J.R.Cockcroft, P.J.Douglas, S.Gear, G.E.M.Graham, A.H.Lewis, B.T.Mooney, G.D.T.Paskins, S.S.Rogers, J.C.Stevens

Graeme Paskins and Simon Gear moved MCC’s score up to 86 after the loss of two early wickets. A further four wickets later, it was up to Jon Cockroft and David Shaw to put on 84 after lunch to allow the Club to declare on 235 for 8. Beaconsfield’s reply started well as they put on 42 for the first wicket but, with the introduction of spin, MCC took control with George Graham, Jon Cockcroft and David Shaw performing well to bowl out Beaconsfield for 122 with 15 overs left.

David Shaw

v Christ’s College, Finchley 3rd July


MCC (A.J.R.Collier 61, P.J.Harman 52, N.Pandya 4-31) 164 all outChrist’s College (D.C.Pascoe 3-8, P.J.Harman 3-5) 69 all outMCC: W.O.F.Howard*, A.J.R.Collier, R.C.Cowdrey, I.M.Crosby, W.F.W.Dudley, D.C.Gerard, P.J.Harman, C.H.Leonard, J.P.Mills, D.C.Pascoe, S.A.Selwood

On a tough wicket due to overnight rain, MCC batted first. Following a good start, the Club suffered an unfortunate run out which led to a slide of wickets, amongst some very good bowling from Christ’s College. A steadfast 61 from Alex Collier helped MCC over 100, before some superb bowling by Pandya led to another clatter of wickets. Composed at the crease, Paddy Harman lifted the Club to a total of 164. Unfortunately the quality of the Club’s attack and the green wicket meant that the College had little chance of challenging the total. Some very good bowling put paid to the top order, followed by some poor shot selection at the bottom.

Will Howard

v King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford 3rd July


MCC (M.J.Howeson 96*) 213-3 decKing Edward VI Grammar School ( Goldsmith 70, M.J.Drain 3-20,

R.J.Hayto 4-30) 176 all outMCC: P.M.Jones*, B.Cocklin, A.Dewan, M.J.Drain, R.J.Hayto, A.J.Holdgate, M.J.Howeson, M.G.Pether, S.J.L.Pountney, N.R.Prowing, W.S.A.Weller

v Wrekin College 1st July


MCC (N.J.Bevan 50, J.Tanser-Harvey 5-59) 186-6 decWrekin College (H.R.C.Dawson 5-58) 191-10MCC: S.T.Corbett*, N.J.Bevan, G.Bulpitt, R.P.L.Burton, D.N.Catterall, H.R.C.Dawson, R.P.Fern, C.Home, E.L.Home, C.Murrall, H.E.Smallwood, A.P.Woodward

v Dauntsey’s School 2nd July


MCC (B.M.Figuerido 73, P.D.Snelling 57*) 244-5 decDauntsey’s School (A.Walker 63) 246-6MCC: R.W.Swetman*, R.A.Bagnall, B.M.Figuerido, D.M.Fry, T.C.M.Harris, Lt.-Col.A.T.D.Lerwill, K.A.Lock, T.J.Mynott, T.M.Parnell, P.D.Snelling, G.M.Stephens

A great platform from Tom Parnell and Ben Figueredo allowed MCC’s middle order to score freely as MCC declared on 244 for 5. Early wickets from Fry and Bagnall meant that Dauntsey’s needed to re-build their innings with their middle order and they did this well. Dauntsey’s chased down the target with an over to spare.

Rupert Swetman

v King Edward’s School, Birmingham 2nd July


MCC (S.E.Ryan 69*) 166-2 decKing Edward’s School (W.A.Hughes 4-19) 130-9MCC: T.W.P.Cox*, N.F.Alberts, E.J.Foster, W.A.Hughes, A.M.J.Lyttle, D.R.McCarthy, A.W.A.McCulla, J.Porter, O.C.Powell, S.E.Ryan, R.E.Walker

Some resolute defence from the King Edward’s lower order prevented MCC from leaving Birmingham with a victory. With only 80 overs possible on a blustery day, MCC batted confidently against a youthful School attack. Probationer Ryan carried his bat for an unbeaten half-century, and he was ably supported by fellow probationers Porter and McCulla before an early declaration left the School 45 overs to chase 166. Despite early inroads from McCarthy, the School looked set to get very close, but a fine spell from off-spinner Hughes (4 for 19) ripped the heart from the middle order and swung the game back the way of the Club; it was to the boys’ great credit that they hung on for the draw in the face of a sharp spell from Porter.

Tom Cox

v Rugby CC 2nd July


MCC (P.G.Gough 88, N.Bevan 41, M.Ewer 3-50, M.Sadiq 4-32) 269-8 decRugby CC (C.J.C.Robards 149*, M.Ewer 103*) 271-2MCC: W.J.Clarke*, N.J.Bevan, D.T.Cotter, H.R.C.Dawson, L.D’Silva, P.G.Gough, T.A.A.Huddart, C.Murrall, R.W.Murrall, H.E.Smallwood, M.Tilt

On a pleasant but chilly day at Rugby Cricket Club, the Club was involved in a very high-scoring game on a good, true, hard wicket with a blisteringly quick outfield. Probationer Paul Gough opened the batting and top-scored with a well-made 88. Nick Bevan contributed 41 at a run a ball and some late runs from Richard Murrall (33*) and Henry Dawson (23*) enabled the skipper to set a challenging declaration. Rugby started the chase well until two quick wickets fell with the score on 40, both taken by pacy opening bowler Tom Huddart (a probationer). From then on, Charlie Robards and captain Matt Ewer batted in exemplary fashion, knocking off the mammoth total without the loss of further wickets. Robards played some lovely drives alongside Ewer in an unbroken stand of 231.

Will Clarke

v St. Alban’s School 2nd July


MCC (D.C.Gerard 49*, G.Scott 5-56) 154-7 decSt. Alban’s School (S.M.Browne 3-26) 146-8MCC: D.A.Hanson*, D.C.L.Beynon, S.M.Browne, S.M.S.Davis, G.Dill, D.C.Gerard, M.J.Howeson, J.A.Mote, A.E.Skeggs, P.J.Smith, R.S.Smith

The Club’s innings was interrupted by rain and some great luncheon hospitality from St. Alban’s School. Thanks to a fine 49* from Darren Gerard, MCC declared on 154 for 7, but praise was due to George Scott


MCC returned to the Walker Ground for its biennial fixture and the opening pair of Durgacharan and Gatting put together a solid 58-run partnership against the controlled Southgate attack of Kalagara and Berman, before the introduction of spin in the form of Faruqi produced the first wicket, trapping Durgacharan LBW. Creese, returning to his former home ground, carefully played himself in but, when Gatting departed, he started to play more expansively. With Allan, 74 was added for the fourth wicket and a 300-plus total looked likely. However the Southgate side and its post-lunch all-spin attack of Bynoe, Johnson and Corns put the brakes on and proceeded to clean up the middle and lower order for only 50 or so more.

The Southgate reply started briskly, with St.Hill and Hughes looking comfortable. Probationer James Oram took the new ball and toiled away manfully but without success as the MCC total was starting to look around 50 runs light. However, an LBW for Gatting and the introduction of spin brought about the much-needed change. 60 for 1 soon became 98 for 4 as the spinners took control and, when they had a breather, Wilson’s gentle medium pace accounted for two further wickets. The re-introduction of Creese with eight overs to go saw the last two wickets fall in successive balls with Southgate 39 runs short of their victory target.

Jeremy Dangerfield

v Stamford School 3rd July


MCC ( W.H.R.Edwards 57, A.T.A.Martin 55, S.H.Ferguson 52*, C.Page-Morris 3-82) 284-5 dec

Stamford School (Z.J.Chappel 63, C.Page-Morris 45, P.J.Foster 52*) 288-5MCC: J.H.Fuller*, J.W.R.Clayfield, W.H.R.Edwards, S.H.Ferguson, L.H.Jackson, A.T.A.Martin, J.C.Pettigrew, A.Spears, B.H.F.Stroud, C.H.Tomlinson, P.G.Wright

v Tettenhall College 3rd July


MCC (D.N.Catterall 104, M.Tilt 53, O.Jones 4-83) 220-7 decTettenhall College (D.T.Cotter 3-48) 145 all outMCC: J.R.Mountford*, D.N.Catterall, W.J.Clarke, S.T.Corbett, D.T.Cotter, P.G.Gough, E.L.Home, T.J.Home, C.Murrall, D.K.Pashley, M.Tilt

One of four probationers in the MCC side, former Worcestershire all-rounder Catterall made a fantastic 104 on a very difficult wicket. He was ably supported by Tilt, who made his first MCC fifty. Jones, for Tettenhall, bowled left-arm spin with some success, producing figures of 16.2 overs, 4 for 83. After lunch, it was Tettenhall’s turn to bat and probationers Catterall and Cotter opened the bowling, taking five wickets between them. Tettenhall were bowled out for 145 leaving them 75 runs short, with Mountford and Corbett also in the wickets.

John Mountford

v Tower Hamlets District Cricket XI 3rd July


MCC (L.Casey 71, J.S.E.Ellis-Grewal 48) 175-5 decTower Hamlets District Cricket XI (S.Hussain 51, J.R.Cade 5-36) 114 all outMCC: A.M.Akram*, J.R.Cade, L.Casey, T.M.Caviet, W.Davies, J.S.E.Ellis-Grewal, P.C.H.Gawith, O.Khan, G.Muwas, J.Rasheed, W.F.Wright

v Friary School Sports College 4th July


MCC (R.A.M.Briscoe 64, J.L.Ede 66, R.J.Field 46*, R.Davies 3-37) 284-7 decFriary School Sports College (H.R.C.Dawson 3-14) 88 all outMCC: M.J.Donald*, R.A.M.Briscoe, H.R.C.Dawson, J.L.Ede, R.J.Field, T.Hodson, O.C.Powell, S.Stenning, C.H.Tomlinson, C.J.Wedgewood, I.G.Wright

Briscoe was unlucky with one that stuck in the wicket after a swift 64 had got MCC off to a flying start. Ede cleared the ropes several times on his way to 66 and Field’s 46* was also a highlight. Friary never really got going in their innings and lost wickets at regular intervals. Tomlinson showed his use with the new ball and bowled very tight to pick up the first wicket, but it was spinners Powell and Dawson that the College’s batsmen had no answer for. Friary were eventually bowled out for 88 in 27 overs.

Martin Donald

A good batting performance by MCC against some challenging early seam bowling from the School allowed the foundations to be set for a challenging score of 213 for 3. Mathew Howeson provided the anchor to the innings with a fine 96*. The School reply started well with a useful pre-tea stand of 38, which put the total well within reach. Wickets then began to tumble once the breakthrough was made with four falling in quick succession. Rob Hayto was the main wicket-taker with his off-spin but an excellent partnership of 76 between Goldsmith and Coleman, demonstrating some excellent attacking play, got the School back within touching distance. Once the partnership was broken, the innings quickly fell away as inexperience showed. MCC ran out victors by 36 runs.

Paul Jones

v Kingswood School 3rd July


MCC (G.M.Stephens 84, S.R.D.McArthur 50*, C.D.Gange 52*) 248-2 decKingswood School (T.Rouse 102, R.J.R.Edlmann 4-28) 249-6MCC: M.S.Fowler*, J.W.Bachelor, R.C.M.Davis, R.J.R.Edlmann, C.D.Gange, S.R.D.McArthur, E.J.M.Singleton, G.M.Stephens, A.J.B.Stokes, B.D.Trotman, R.I.Trotman

v Llandovery College 3rd July

Match abandoned

MCC: N.P.Howells*, H.C.R.Bowles, K.Carlston, A.J.Dalton, T.Dalton, J.Hitchin, G.Holmes, F.R.H.John, R.L.Morgan, G.Sullivan

v Newcastle-Under-Lyme School 3rd July


MCC (S.J.P.Howland 74*, U.Ohja 3-57) 164-5 decNewcastle-Under-Lyme School ( B.Keeler 45, T.Vickers 68*,

R.C.Kitzinger 3-12) 165-8MCC: D.J.Brock*, T.Hodson, S.J.P.Howland, A.Joynson, R.C.Kitzinger, D.J.Morgan, O.C.Powell, C.S.Ratcliffe, P.Ridgway, A.Taylor, O.J.Uffindall

This well-supported fixture has not shown a true contest in the past five outings, but this year was different. The Club declared on 164 for 5, with Newcastle-Under-Lyme old boy Simon Howland contributing a strong 74*, leaving the School 60 overs to knock off the runs. Wickets for the Club were hard to come by, but so were runs for the School. A very mature innings from Tom Vickers saw the School reach the target for eight wickets down in the 60th over.

Denton Brock

v Reed’s School 3rd July


MCC (T.Deacon 50, N.F.Alberts 64, K.Corbett 5-34) 205-7 decReed’s School (S.Cott 50, P.Salt 94, S.Stewart-Taylor 51*) 207-3MCC: G.R.E.Martin*, N.F.Alberts, T.Deacon, P.J.Furner, G.P.Hewitt, N.Khosla, J.G.Knapper, K.T.Medlycott, C.Offer, N.K.B.Salmon, D.C.Wynne-Griffiths

MCC batted first on an overcast morning and were soon in trouble as the School’s opening bowlers, Corbett and Douthwaite, found movement and pace, reducing the Club to 29 for 3. The experienced Deacon and Alberts consolidated the innings with a fine 98-run partnership but both fell in quick succession shortly after lunch. Opening bowler Corbett returned to complete an excellent five-wicket haul and only a late rally by Medlycott (39*) enabled MCC to declare at a generous 205 for 7. Reed’s always looked favourites to overhaul the MCC total once S. Cott and P. Salt had put on an excellent first wicket partnership of 96. Medlycott was introduced to bowl his left-arm spin and with excellent support from Alberts, the run rate was contained a little, but the damage had been done and a lively 51* from S. Stewart-Taylor saw the School home with eight overs to spare.

Gary Martin

v Southgate CC 3rd July


MCC (J.I.W.Gatting 52, M.L.Creese 62, R.Corns 4-47) 209 all outSouthgate CC 170 all outMCC: J.D.Dangerfield*, T.J.Allan, W.J.Bancroft, B.J.Collins, M.L.Creese, A.K.Durgacharan, J.I.W.Gatting, J.R.L.Oram, T.F.Pettet, D.M.Roe, J.G.Wilson


v Old Wellingtonians CC 5th July


MCC ( D.M.Pratt 45, J.F.D.Mendelssohn 78, A.Boobyer 4-22, G.Byrd 3-56) 239 all out

Old Wellingtonians CC (N.K.B.Salmon 3-40) 229 all outMCC: J.C.Enderby*, N.F.Alberts, S.R.A.Cheetham, N.J.K.Creed, D.C.Gerard, J.F.D.Mendelssohn, M.G.H.Page, D.M.Pratt, N.K.B.Salmon, C.J.L.Sandbach, A.J.B.Stokes

The Old Welllingtonians’ (OWs) opening bowlers bowled with accuracy and penetration. Scoring was difficult and slow although the outfield was lightning and there was a succession of “sorry skipper” from the MCC top order, who had found it difficult. First Pratt and then Mendelssohn managed to put bat to ball successfully to increase the run rate. The OWs were hot and tired and relieved to be batting. They got off to a flyer but slowly and surely were pegged back by tidy bowling from Creed and Sandbach. Attacking fields were kept to encourage the chase and wickets fell steadily, Salmon and Stokes finishing the innings. They were ably assisted by three run outs from some excellent fielding. The OWs were all out for 229 being ten runs short with three overs to spare. This was a competitive game played in the right spirit and close enough to have the potential for all three results: win, lose or draw.

Jonathan Enderby

v Oldham Hulme Grammar School 5th July


MCC (D.L.J.Bailey 69) 187-3 decOldham Hulme Grammar School ( M.H.W.Gray 3-3,

R.A.B.Purnell 4-20) 79 all outMCC: N.J.Heaton*, D.L.J.Bailey, M.J.Birks, M.H.W.Gray, T.Hodson, D.A.Lees, J.P.Needham, I.J.L.Oakes, D.J.Otway, R.A.B.Purnell, A.R.D.Wilson

v Poole Grammar School 5th July


MCC (C.D.Gange 86, C.May 50*) 222-4 decPoole Grammar School (R.G.H.Turner 5-46, A.M.Synnott 3-60) 158 all outMCC: N.J.L.Trestrail*, N.J.S.Buchanan, C.A.R.Esson, C.D.Gange, C.May, E.R.D.Nicholls, J.B.Sadler, M.A.E.Symonds, A.M.Synnott, R.G.H.Turner, T.W.Wainwright

Nicholls and Esson had to work hard for the Club against a steady seam attack of Butcher and Simmons, before the latter yorked Esson for 12. This brought Gange to the crease and he soon got off the mark and contined to score freely as, together with Nicholls the score was taken to 102. After a pleasant lunch in the School dining room, Gange was eventually dismissed by Moss for a high quality 86. May batted with competence and accelerated at the right time to finish on 50*, when the declaration came. The two opening batsmen from Poole Grammar batted well before Buchanan made the breakthrough, his fellow opening bowler May producing five overs for a miserly eight runs. At first change, Turner and Synnott gradually weaved their way through the young Poole Grammar side, eventually dismissing the School for an entertaining 158, Turner taking 5 for 46.

Neil Trestrail

v Reigate Grammar School 5th July


MCC (J.R.Fosbraey 41) 197 all outReigate Grammar School (L.Haughton 62, J.R.Fosbraey 5-40) 184 all outMCC: C.S.Bates*, S.P.Coughlan, J.R.Fosbraey, S.Gibson, W.T.D.Hanson, K.Haughton, S.J.Hirst, W.Irving, G.G.W.Paterson, J.C.Richards, D.C.Wynne-Griffiths

Reigate Grammar bowled and fielded exceptionally well in the morning session to reduce MCC to 111 for 7 at lunch. However, the tail, led by John Fosbraey (41), wagged to post a creditable 197. Opening for the School, Luke Haughton batted with great authority, reaching 62 before becoming one of Fosbraey’s five victims. The game was well balanced at 130 for 5 but a collapse reduced the School to 151 for 9. To the excitement of the watching parents and staff the last pair chanced their arm but finally fell 13 runs short with three overs remaining.

Chris Bates

v Peterborough Beacon’s Schools 4th July


MCC ( A.D.Hornsby 55, J.D.Taylor 102, O.T.Higenbottam 48, S.Choudhury 3-32) 232-5 dec

Peterborough Beacon’s Schools ( D.F.Ralfs 3-17, B.H.F.Stroud 5-41) 144 all out

MCC: A.Akhtar*, P.A.Coughlin, O.T.Higenbottam, A.J.A.Hooley, A.D.Hornsby, C.Jones, A.L.Ponder, D.F.Ralfs, P.Richer, B.H.F.Stroud, J.D.Taylor

v St. Edward’s School 4th July


MCC (F.Baig 4-34) 137 all outSt. Edward’s School (F.Baig 54) 141-3MCC: C.M.Pitcher*, N.F.Alberts, J.W.Barrett, P.J.Deakin, S.J.Foster, J.A.Gaunt, C.K.Glasper, C.E.H.Hopkins, J.A.Ireland, A.W.A.McCulla, O.M.Slipper

After a slow, solid opening start from Deakin and Barrett, the Club lost a succession of wickets trying to force the run rate up on a slow but fair wicket. Tight bowling from the School’s openers, especially Simon, set the stage for their leg-spinner, Baig, to lure some run-starved batsmen into loose shots, taking 4 for 34. Too many MCC batsmen got in and then gave their wicket away and the Club reached 137 all out from 52 overs, which was going to be a challenge to defend. A lively opening spell from Hopkins was rewarded with a quick early wicket but St. Edward’s batted with restraint against some tight MCC bowling, not playing any loose shots, and reached 141 off 38 overs to win by 7 wickets. Again, Baig led the way with 54. The School had had a strong season and batted with a maturity sadly lacking from MCC, sealing an inauspicious end to the Match Manager’s tenure.

Chris Pitcher

v Bradfield Waifs CC 5th July

MCC won by 23 runs Toss: Bradfield Waifs CC

MCC (S.Mankee 50, O.R.D.Logan 54) 206 all outBradfield Waifs CC (A.Rishton 67, C.Williams 53, C.K.Glasper 7-53) 183 all outMCC: G.Phillips*, A.Banerjee, C.K.Glasper, R.W.Haxby, O.R.D.Logan, S.J.Mankee, R.Rao, J.E.Shepherd, Aalok Soni, D.J.Terry, A.F.Zia

v Chigwell School 5th July


MCC (A.J.A.Hooley 100*, J.S.E.Ellis-Grewal 68) 246-4 decChigwell School 150 all outMCC: J.M.Holland*, A.Akram, W.J.Bancroft, Rahul Bhome, Rohan Bhome, J.E.L.Buttleman, J.S.E.Ellis-Grewal, R.J.Hayto, A.J.A.Hooley, N.J.Shawyer, O.W.P.Wagstaff

v Cowley International College 5th July


MCC (A.C.Murray 100*) 228-4 decCowley International College ( M.Stark 61, A.J.Davis 3-23,

R.Dixon 4-33) 146 all outMCC: D.J.Otway*, D.L.J.Bailey, A.D.Clarke, A.J.Davis, R.Dixon, N.J.H.Fielden, C.C.Finegan, D.J.Heyes, M.A.Marfani, A.C.Murray, B.R.Tomlinson

The new venue for this game – Hindley St. Peters CC, near Wigan – has a distinct slope but after the loss of Marfani, probationers Bailey and Murray regained control, with lunch taken at 105 for 1. It was Murray who entertained after the break, making a very good maiden 100 for the Club to set up the declaration.

Hostile early pace from Davis and excellent catches from Otway, in the slips and in the outfield, set Cowley back but the flight and guile of the spinners was the School’s ultimate downfall and they were dismissed for 146 with just two overs to spare.

David Otway

v Hymers College 5th July


MCC (A.D.Hornsby 45, J.Nettleton 3-55) 184-6 decHymers College (T.Norman 80) 185-4MCC: T.C.Lund*, O.J.Davey, A.J.Ellis, C.R.E.Harrison, G.T.Hazel-Owram, A.D.Hornsby, Y.Judah, S.C.Mosey, R.F.T.Musgrave, G.E.Rounthwaite, S.Pathak


The ground at Magdalen College School, Oxford, was an absolute picture for this fixture against the School’s old boys. Once the MCC side had assembled at the ground, Morrick, having commandeered a punt to reach this “island” oasis, made the most of the excellent batting conditions. Paskins and Hands both scored excellent hundreds as MCC reached 261 for 2. Ferraby and Syddall bowled well, reducing Old Waynfletes to 55 for 7 before a surperb rearguard assault led by captain Bixby took the score to well over 200. It was left to the evergreen Medlycott to finish the innings off, taking 5 for 73 from 18 overs of flight and guile.

Jon Coles

v Richmond CC 8th July

Match drawn Toss: Richmond CC

MCC (A.S.Ansari 77, J.Porter 46, W.A.MacVicar 53) 240-7 decRichmond CC (A.Lowe 101*, J.T.E.Essex 3-29, J.Porter 3-30) 193-9MCC: B.H.Wigley*, A.S.Ansari, A.Banerjee, D.W.Bates, J.T.E.Essex, W.T.D.Hanson, W.A.MacVicar, P.J.Moran, G.G.W.Paterson, J.Porter, J.D.Taylor

MCC batted first and were quickly 15-2 but an assured 77 from Ansari helped to steady the innings. A 95-run partnership between probationer Porter and MacVicar ensured that MCC declared at a very competitive 240 for 7 from 52 overs. Essex opened the bowling for MCC with a fast and aggressive spell that reduced Richmond to 11-2. Porter removed the middle order and Richmond were reeling at 56 for 5. Richmond’s Australian overseas player, Lowe, scored an impressive 101* to keep Richmond with an outside chance of getting the runs, but they continued to lose wickets and Lowe, in partnership with the number 11 Murphy, survived the last ten balls to earn Richmond a draw.

Barry Wigley

v Bexley CC 9th July


MCC (D.Stickels 115, M.Abbas 5-50) 246-8 decBexley CC (J.Clay 53, G.Wells 92, A.Djleet 3-35) 247-6MCC: S.Salisbury*, L.P.Burns, A.Djleet, J.H.Gethins, N.P.Hands, B.O.Leale-Green, C.J.A.Paget, A.O.J.Shales, H.E.Smallwood, D.Stickels, C.R.G.Vernon

v South Craven School 9th July


MCC (A.D.Hornsby 100, C.J.Wynd 52) 221-2 decSouth Craven School ( J.Wilkinson 140, R.A.Atkins 3-48,

T.J.Jacklin 3-21) 173 all outMCC: N.R.Waite*, K.Ahmed, R.A.Atkins, W.Atkins, M.J.Birks, S.Cooper, A.D.Hornsby, T.J.Jacklin, T.C.Lund, R.F.T.Musgrave, C.J.Wynd

Batting first in 30-degree heat on a wicket most definitely favouring the bat, MCC scored 221 for the loss of only two wickets – probationer Hornsby retiring on 100. South Craven made full use of their star batsman Wilkinson, who kept them in the game through to the end, being the last man out for 140. Probationers Atkins and Jacklin each claimed three wickets in the match.

Neil Waite

v Dame Alice Owen’s School (400th Anniversary) 10th July

Match tied Toss: MCC

MCC (A.Birkby 74, B.T.Mooney 57) 237-5 decDame Alice Owen’s School ( T.Coughlan 61, B.Swaile 57,

A.Birkby 3-47, J.T.E.Essex 3-14) 237 all outMCC: A.I.Mackinlay*, A.Birkby, G.N.Blackmore, J.T.E.Essex, S.J.Foster, J.A.Gaunt, B.D.Jacklin, R.M.James, G.Manligo, D.RMcCarthy, B.T.Mooney

A beautiful sunny day, picturesque ground and a wicket that would favour the batsmen – MCC had to bat! The Club got off to a flying start, reaching 137 for the first wicket. Birkby and Mooney played freely and it seemed a large total was on the cards. However, Dame Alice Owen old boys fought hard in the field and stemmed the flow of runs. An explosive and powerful knock from Essex (34) helped MCC reach 237 for 5, which never felt enough on this wicket. A large supporting crowd watched in glee as Dame Alice Owen raced to 70 for 2. Once again it was the strapping Essex who brought calm, as he removed the dangermen with an

v Bankfoot CC (Centenary) 7th July


MCC (I.Aslam 72, J.Snyman 99) 230-5 decBankfoot CC (M.Nicholson 57, M.Hutchins 56, H.R.Anderson 3-22) 231-7MCC: H.R.Anderson*, I.Aslam, T.E.J.Cooper, M.Harrison, G.T.Hazel-Owram, N.Jones, H.E.Smallwood, J.Snyman, A.Young

Spectators were given a real treat in this high-scoring game to celebrate Bankfoot’s centenary. MCC raced away with some fine hitting, first from Aslam and then by Snyman, who delivered some of the finest hitting of a cricket ball ever seen at Bankfoot. The Club were very happy with 230 for 5 in their allotted 30 overs. Having only nine men, no regular wicket-keeper and only one medium pace bowler, defending 230 in 30 overs on a good batting wicket with relatively short straight boundaries was never going to be an easy task, and so it proved. Although MCC managed to remove seven Bankfoot batsmen (including three of the top order, clean bowled by Anderson) the lack of fielders, bowling options and a regular wicket-keeper (34 extras) meant MCC could not stop the scoring sufficiently; Bankfoot scored the winning runs with two overs to spare!

Harvey Anderson

v Trojans CC 7th July


MCC (A.J.R.Collier 82, O.J.Davis 69, A.Joshi 3-34) 266-6 decTrojans CC (J.Truscott 72, J.C.Richards 4-44) 251-9MCC: D.J.Henderson*, E.J.Alexander, A.J.Cama, A.J.R.Collier, O.J.Davis, W.Davies, J.Mitchell, E.R.D.Nichols, D.E.Pike, J.C.Richards, T.W.Wainwright

On the day Murray won Wimbledon, MCC faced Trojans in hot sunshine. A flat pitch and lighting-fast outfield meant runs flowed off the bat for MCC, as Collier attempted to clear the large conifers at the northern end of the ground. Trojans replied strongly, reaching 100 for 1 at tea. At one point, the MCC fielding side was down to eight; one of the spinners never made it to the ground after crashing his car en route, the opening bowler went off with sunstroke and a duty-minded team member left the pitch to telephone the police, as the football tournament on the adjacent five-a-side pitches ended in fisticuffs! The spin of Richards changed the game, with four wickets leaving Trojans requiring a run a ball off the last four overs with just two wickets in hand. Trojans decided to defend the draw and ultimately the Club came up one wicket short in a good spirited, if eventful match.

David Henderson

v Beechen Cliff School 8th July


MCC (J.C.Richards 84, C.D.Gange 55) 238-8 decBeechen Cliff School (R.Evans 45, J.C.Richards 3-14) 175 all outMCC: M.Thorburn*, M.B.Abington, G.Brown, C.D.Gange, J.A.Gaunt, J.A.Green, O.P.Lawson, N.G.Potter, J.C.Richards, B.C.Thompson, D.L.N.Tuohey

Beechen Cliff School started well with disciplined opening spells from Weaver, Newman and O’Leary, but on a fantastic batting surface the MCC openers were always going to be hard to contain as Richards and Gange put on 140 for the first wicket. However, the School showed good character in taking three quick wickets and slowed the scoring rate as MCC reached 238 for 8 in 50 overs. In reply Beechen Cliff found scoring difficult and lost wickets at regular intervals, as Gaunt, Potter and Green bowled well for MCC. A 44-run partnership between R. Evans and O. Weaver got the School back into the game and at the last hour of the match they need five runs an over to win the match. Some excellent spin bowling from Richards (3 for 14) and Abington proved too much of a challenge and the School was bowled out 63 runs short of their target.

Mark Thorburn

v Old Waynfletes CC 8th July


MCC (N.P.Hands 101*, G.D.T.Paskins 102, M.P.Syddall 45) 261-2 decOld Waynfletes CC (K.T.Medlycott 5-73) 221 all outMCC: J.M.Coles*, P.D.Atkins, N.J.Ferraby, N.P.Hands, A.Kennedy, K.T.Medlycott, W.Morrick, G.D.T.Paskins, O.T.Pike, M.E.Sullivan, M.P.Syddall


v Gentlemen of Leicestershire CC 11th July


MCC (W.H.Edwards 99, A.D.Sears 56, N.J.Ferraby 41*) 256-5 decGentlemen of Leicestershire CC ( Jajal 92, N.Jelley 52*, M.D.Bashford 3-39,

A.D.Sears 5-43) 222-9MCC: M.D.Bashford, C.D.Berrill, W.H.Edwards, N.J.Ferraby, A.D.Hornsby, M.A.Kay, A.D.J.Kennedy, A.T.A.Martin, A.D.Sears, F.C.A.Taylor, C.J.Wedgwood

Edwards was outstanding with the bat on a belting wicket at Kibworth, missing out by a single run on a deserved century. Support came in the form of Sears, who struck the ball cleanly, and former Leicestershire professionabl Ferraby . A sporting declaration left the Gentlemen of Leicestershire significant time to chase 256 runs. An early breakthrough from Bashford, who clean bowled van Biljon from Orange Free State with an excellent delivery, set the tone for the innings. Sears and Bashford were both outstanding with the new ball and it was only a rearguard action from the Gents’ captain Nick Jelley (52*) and Jajal (a well-constructed 92) which saved the game.

Mike Sutliff

v Welwyn Garden City CC 11th July


MCC (A.W.Pollock 52, T.Alam 121) 262-4 decWelwyn Garden City CC (A.W.Pollock 4-28) 182 all outMCC: D.C.L.Beynon*, T.Alam, C.G.Arnold, G.J.Dill, M.H.James, A.W.Laraman, G.Mamhiyo, T.F.Pettet, A.W.Pollock, D.M.Roe, A.E.Skeggs

v Yorkshire Schools Cricket Association U19s 11th July


MCC (B.Morley 3-34) 210-9Yorkshire Schools Cricket Association U19s ( J.McNicoll 91,

J.Tetley 62) 214-3MCC: T.E.J.Cooper*, E.Ahmed, R.A.Atkins, M.J.Eyles, T.Hodson, T.J.Jacklin, R.A.Johnson, S.Lambert, J.Ritzema, D.J.F.Shuffe, H.E.Smallwood

Despite strengthening its side considerably, the Club suffered its second consecutive defeat in this fixture. Underperformance with the bat was key – 190 for 5 became 210 for 9 off 50 overs. A tidier bowling effort failed to contain Yorkshire Schools, who cantered to 214 for 3.

Tim Cooper

v Blagdon CC (125th Anniversary) 12th July

MCC won by 15 runs Toss: Blagdon CC

MCC (C.D.Gange 59, G.A.Bucknell 46) 223-4 decBlagdon CC (M.Sage 48, J.Heming 40, M.O.Joyce 5-37) 208 all outMCC: A.N.Harris*, G.A.Bucknell, C.D.Gange, J.A.Green, A.K.Hele, M.O.Joyce, B.E.Lyons, P.N.Sanderson, E.J.M.Singleton, R.J.Turner, J.R.A.Williams

MCC was inserted on a recently relaid pitch. Singleton and Gange added 74 before the former departed, and then shortly after lunch Gange, Lyons and Turner fell in the space of 30 runs leaving the Club on 145 for 4. A rapid partnership of 78 from Williams and Bucknell allowed MCC to declare at 223 for 4. Blagdon got off to a steady start, but offered a simple catch from the last ball before tea. Green and Sanderson bowled tightly on the resumption and two more wickets fell in quick succession before Singleton, with two wickets from successive balls, reduced Blagdon to 95 for 5. Joyce switched ends and immediately removed the dangerous Hemming, and Board soon followed. Despite some great batting, Sage was unable to manage the strike and Joyce continued to take wickets at the other end finishing the innings with 5 for 37 as the hosts fell 15 runs short in a fabulous game.

Alex Harris

v Cryptics CC 12th July

MCC lost by 61 runs Toss: Cryptics CC

Cryptics CC ( D.Heyliger 69*, A.Davidson 62, J.W.M.Dalyrymple 45, F.Vainker 44) 263-5 dec

MCC (R.M.James 44, R.Hastings 3-15) 202 all outMCC: F.L.Stewart*, S.R.A.Cheetham, O.J.Clayson, T.A.A.Huddart, R.M.James, A.D.J.Kennedy, E.A.J.Packard, G.G.Read, T.D.Smith, J.E.Tall, N.S.Trueman

express set of deliveries and the tables turned as Dame Alice Owen found themselves 105 for 5. Birkby followed up his batting with 3 for 47. At 170 for 8, the Club felt that they had reached the tail but, incredibly, Swaile and Coughlan put together a partnership that took the total to 237 for 8. Essex was swiftly returned into the bowling attack – wicket! Suddenly the pressure took its toll and a run out resulted, leaving the scores tied on 237 apiece. This was a wonderful game and a memorable and fitting occasion to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the School.

Andrew Mackinlay

v Dartford Grammar School 10th July


MCC (A.Senn 65, R.Chaudhuri 57*, D.Golding 3-48) 201-6 decDartford Grammar School (J.Scarth 45, L.L.Burns 5-16) 123 all outMCC: M.M.Patel*, L.L.Burns, R.Chaudhuri, M.J.E.Green, N.P.Hands, J.S.Masters, M.G.Pether, A.A.Senn, D.H.Stickles, P.J.Wooldridge

Dartford Grammar School continues to maintain its progress in re-establishing cricket. The wicket is a “work in progress”, but the recent acquisition of covers should help this considerably. MCC opened steadily with two probationers at the crease. Both fell together in close succession and Senn anchored the innings but also saw two partners come and go cheaply. The experienced Chaudhari joined Senn in a classy fifth wicket stand that proved crucial in allowing MCC to declare just after lunch on 201 for 6. Life was never going to be easy for Dartford Grammar on a wearing pitch that was becoming increasingly unpredictable in nature. After an early breakthrough, the second wicket partnership between Scarth and Copp threatened to wrestle the game away from MCC. The spinners plugged away and eventually, when the breakthrough came, the new batsmen struggled against a variety of different spin options. The School were finally bowled out for 123, with Lorne Burns (5 for 16) the most successful bowler.

Min Patel

v Sevenoaks Vine CC 10th July


MCC ( S.C.Elliott 66, M.G.H.Page 70, T.J.Allan 43, M.Thompson 4-52, A.Rayner 5-60) 268 all out

Sevenoaks Vine CC ( L.A.Blackaby 51, A.Rayner 45, T.L.Hemingway 4-47, H.J.P.Chetwood 5-43) 194-9

MCC: W.J.House*, T.J.Allan, H.J.P.Chetwood, A.C.Cope, S.C.Elliott, T.P.W.Harvey, T.L.Hemingway, A.M.T.Janmohammed, N.Kent, M.G.H.Page, C.J.A.Paget

An entertaining day’s cricket played on an excellent wicket ended with MCC surrounding the bat trying to claim the final wicket needed for victory – but to no avail. The young Sevenoaks Vine side had aquitted themselves very well in the field, bowling MCC out for 268. This total was underpinned by Elliott and Page, as well as useful contributions from Allan (43) and Harvey (25). Sevenoaks Vine began their reply in positive fashion and, at 107 for 1, looked well placed to chase down MCC’s score. However, the twin off-spin of Harry Chetwood (5 for 43) and Tom Hemingway (4 for 47) turned the game in MCC’s favour during the final hour, leaving the last wicket pair to hang on gamely for the final three overs for a draw.

Will House

v Sonning CC 10th July


MCC (H.W.H.Woodward 65) 236-6 decSonning CC (J.A.Mahood 4-26, M.P.Syddall 3-25) 165 all outMCC: M.D.R.Sutliff*, A.Banerjee, T.D.Brooker, N.C.Jones, A.D.J.Kennedy, J.A.Mahood, A.W.Mitchell, S.M.Parsons, A.Saunders, M.P.Syddall, H.W.H.Woodward

Most batsmen contributed in posting a competitive MCC total of 236 in 48 overs. Highlights included a well-crafted half-century from Woodward, who timed the ball beautifully all around the wicket, with the required acceleration from Sydall, Jones and a few cleanly struck boundaries from Kennedy, who would undoubtedly have completed his half-century had he not been run out posting a declaration score. Sonning started well but, with the loss of two wickets shortly before the tea interval, were always chasing the game. Mahood took 4 for 26 and leg-spinner Sydall (3 for 25) bowled with pace, bounce and turn.

Mike Sutliff


v Patchway CC (Centenary) 14th July


MCC ( M.J.D.Finzel 54, S.D.Needham 45, A.K.Hele 50, M.Reed 3-33, J.Scriven 3-33) 258-6 dec

Patchway CC (J.J.Rowe 5-22) 122 all outMCC: K.A.Lock*, M.J.D.Finzel, G.E.Griffiths, R.Hardwick, A.K.Hele, A.C.L.James, L.J.D’Silva, S.D.Needham, D.J.Rowe, J.J.Rowe, O.E.Strong

This was a glorious day for the start of Patchway’s cricket week, celebrating their centenary.

Both MCC openers batted very well and pushed hard to get to 82 before the fall of the first wicket in the twelfth over. A couple of cameo performances at three and four put on a further 50 in the next twelve overs, which brought in the lower order prior to lunch. Upon the resumption, the pace was picked up a little more, and the captain declared, feeling that 250 could be enough, and keen to bowl as many overs at Patchway as possible. The Patchway innings started slowly, reaching 27 for 1 off the first ten overs, as the opening bowlers tied them down, and they struggled in particular against the pace of James. There was some resistance by the opener and number 3, but very little through the lower and bottom order. Talk of Patchway playing for a draw at teatime was soon quashed, as the remaining wickets fell by the 39th over for 122 runs. Jake Rowe was the standout bowler, taking 5 for 22 off his seven overs.

Kerry Lock

v Scotland U19s (50 overs) 15th July

MCC lost by 19 runs Toss: Scotland U19s

Scotland U19s (C.H.Hill 51*, R.R.Watson 4-48) 254-7MCC 235-9MCC: J.A.M.Kerr*, F.G.G.Black, A.M.G.Brock, F.W.G.Burnett, C.N.Graves, G.W.Hopcroft, P.J.S.Legget, C.D.Martin, M.J.Powell, R.T.Routray, R.R.Watson

MCC North East v MCC North West 16th July

MCC North East won by 90 runs Toss: MCC North East

MCC North East (S.Lambert 157, R.A.Atkins 68*, K.Ahmed 49) 352-5 decMCC North West (C.T.Perren 52, N.D.Anderson 45, K.Ahmed 3-19) 262 all outMCC North East Team: F.L.Jarvis*, K.Ahmed, H.R.Anderson, R.A.Atkins, T.Boxell, T.Forsdike, G.M.Hamilton, M.D.Harrison, I.D.Jarvis, S.Lambert, D.J.F.Shuffe

MCC North West Team: A.J.Syddall*, N.D.Anderson, A.J.Bowker, A.M.Day, J.P.Dixon, T.C.Drummond, J.M.Fawcett, T.Hodson, C.T.Perren, R.P.Singh, R.M.Wilkinson

The stunning Alderley Edge ground was bathed in sunshine for this regional clash. MCC North East had no hesitation in batting after winning the toss on one of the hottest days of the year. The Alderley Edge track offered very little to the MCC North West bowlers, who were put to the sword by probationers Lambert, Atkins and Ahmed in amassing a huge 352 runs from 50 overs for the loss of just five wickets. MCC North West started their reply brightly but fell away to 262 all out with only Clinton Perren and Nick Anderson keeping the hosts in the hunt throughout the early part of the innings.

Adam Syddall

v Chorleywood CC 17th July

MCC won by 52 runs Toss: Chorleywood CC

MCC (A.Birkby 83) 231-6 decChorleywood CC (J.G.E.Benning 3-27, A.Birkby 4-22) 179 all outMCC: J.G.E.Benning*, A.Birkby, R.Chaudhuri, D.R.J.Cranfield-Thompson, I.M.Crosby, C.J.Hardcastle, D.H.Kerry, M.Lench, J.A.Mahood, S.A.Musk, S.S.Rogers

Batting first on a very hot day, MCC got off to a slow start due to some good bowling from the Chorleywood opening bowlers. The standout performance with the bat was a partnership of 133 for the fourth wicket between Birkby and Musk. MCC bowled tightly at the start of Chorleywood’s innings and, looking for wickets, turned to spin. Birkby got generous turn, bowling his off-spin and finishing with figures of 4 for 22, restricting Chorleywood to 179 all out. This was a well-fought game and was played in the spirit that the game deserves.

James Benning

The Cryptics won the toss and batted on a beautiful summer’s day at Radley College. Former England all-rounder Jamie Dalrymple scored an elegant 45, despite an accurate opening spell from Glen Read, who was unlucky to miss out on a wicket. Runs accrued steadily, but Packard and Tall helped to keep the Cryptics within MCC’s reach, as they declared at 263 for 5. A hostile opening spell from Heyliger was initially weathered by Cheetham and Clayson before the extra pace did for both of them. Clayson, Kennedy, Smith and Packard all got starts but only James made it beyond 30, scoring an elegant 44. Read and Huddart scored freely towards the end, but the Cryptics were deserved winners, taking the last wicket with the score on 202.

Fraser Stewart

v ECB Northern Premier League U21s 12th July


MCC (D.N.Catterall 82*, P.Allington 4-40) 172 all outECB Northern Premier League U21s (N.Heruston 55, R.Pearson 70*) 173-3MCC: R.E.W.G.Horridge*, N.D.Anderson, L.J.Bedford, J.R.Bentham, D.N.Catterall, G.D.Dhar, J.P.Dixon, J.M.Fawcett, D.A.Lees, M.C.Lomas, C.T.Perren

v Felsted Robins CC 12th July


MCC (L.C.Paternott 117*, W.S.A.Weller 82*, O.Ekers 3-24) 296-3 decFelsted Robins CC ( A.Ross 64, J.Hebron 60,

W.S.A.Weller 4-76, C.S.Knightley 3-60) 288 all outMCC: C.S.Knightley*, N.Batchelor, B.Bury, J.E.L.Buttleman, A.J.Douglas, J.E.R.Gallian, L.C.Paternott, J.E.Pratt, D.G.Roots, W.S.A.Weller, J.A.Wells

MCC utilised the scorching quick outfield and good batting conditions early on against the new hard ball to reach 163 for 3 after 32 overs at lunch. Almost all the batsmen scored well but the partnership of 193 between Paternott and Weller either side of lunch was the key to MCC pulling out after 50 overs with 296 for 3 on the board. This was a generous declaration time-wise, but if Felsted Robins could chase 296 they would deserve the win. The Robins came out of the blocks fast and were 100 without loss from the first 12 overs and MCC were staring down the barrel. However, wickets started to fall and, although the home side always looked in command, it was now a contest. The last hour started with the Robins needing 95 runs with seven wickets in hand, but the combined bowling of Weller, Batchelor and Knightley somehow managed to see MCC secure victory by eight runs with seven balls remaining of what would have been 54 overs.

Charlie Knightley

v King Edward VI Camp Hill School 12th July


MCC (C.Murrall 102*) 236-4 decKing Edward VI Camp Hill School (J.Marsden 4-21) 113 all outMCC: H.Horsley*, S.French, P.G.Gough, J.Horsley, M.Johal, J.Marsden, S.R.D.McArthur, A.W.A.McCulla, C.Murrall, A.W.Pollock, A.Sharma

MCC’s batsmen made full use of a flat wicket in very hot, sunny conditions to post 236 for 4 in 48 overs with probationer Chris Murrall crafting an excellent unbeaten 102. Despite a 70-run partnership for the second wicket, King Edward VI Camp Hill School always looked to be struggling to chase the required total, with wickets falling at regular intervals, ultimately being bowled out for 113 in the 32nd over. A notable 4 for 21 was recorded by probationer Jonathan Marsden.

Harry Horsley

v Belbroughton CC (150th Anniversary)(50 overs) 14th July


MCC (W.J.Clarke 116,A.Sharma 83, D.L.R.Terblanche 64) 310-3 decBelbroughton CC (R.W.Price 45, T.K.E.Oliver 54) 286-5MCC: J.F.G.While*, G.Bulpitt, W.J.Clarke, D.S.Culbard, E.Anderson, D.J.Manning, D.K.Pashley, A.Sharma, D.L.T.Terblanche, G.G.Warrington, A.P.Woodward


MCC: R.Bolstridge*, M.E.Cassar, J.Coltman, M.A.Gouldstone, D.G.Harry, T.Hodson, G.D.Hofbauer, N.Langford, D.A.Lees, K.S.Newbold, P.S.Wright

Cassar and Hofbauer put on 108 for the Club’s first wicket and later assistance was provided by Langford and Gouldstone. Mansfield Hosiery Mills replied with 222 all out off 49 overs, with ex-Leicestershire wicket keeper Tom New top-scoring before being expertly stumped by Tommy Hodson. Kevin Newbold bowled an exacting line and length to finish with outstanding figures of 5 for 51 for MCC.

Roger Bolstridge

v MCC North West v MCC West Midlands 24th July

MCC North West won by 9 wickets Toss: MCC West Midlands

MCC West Midlands ( H.R.C.Dawson 59, R.P.Singh 4-30, R.A.B.Purnell 4-43) 131 all out

MCC North West (A.Wilson 47*, C.T.Perren 56*) 135-1MCC West Midlands: T.W.P.Cox*, S.T.Corbett, H.R.C.Dawson, M.J.Donald, E.L.Home, T.J.Home, J.RMountford, A.W.Pollock, H.E.Smallwood, A.J.Smith, A.P.Woodward

MCC North West: M.C.Lomas*, L.J.Bedford, A.J.Clague, O.Erasmus, D.J.Morgan, C.T.Perren, R.A.B.Purnell, C.Ricey, R.P.Singh, S.A.Stoneman, A.Wilson

v Stragglers of Asia CC 24th July


MCC ( W.G.R.Vanderspar 53, W.B.Miller 67, S.R.A.Cheetham 70, R.Hilliard 3-33) 294-6 dec

Stragglers of Asia CC (R.A.Kemp 3-17, P.J.Moran 3-18) 110 all outMCC: J.N.B.Bovill*, G.Adolphus, S.R.A.Cheetham, H.Foster, R.A.Kemp, A.D.J.Kennedy, W.B.Miller, P.J.Moran, G.D.T.Paskins, J.L.Pool, W.G.R.Vanderspar

NORTH EAST TOURv Sunderland CC 24th July


MCC (D.C.Mulholland 65*) 202-5 decSunderland CC (C.Dowell 48, D.C.Mulholland 4-19) 161 all outMCC: H.D.W.Wordsworth*, J.W.Bowett, R.N.D.Craig, E.W.De Moura Correia, Q.J.Hughes, N.J.Longhurst, J.RMcCredie, D.C.Mulholland, P.J.Nicholson, W.Ritzema, R.F.Schoonheim

v North East Premier League U21s 25th July


MCC (J.R.McCredie 79) 229-8 decNorth East Premier League (D.Seymour 47, R.Waite 83, C.Hooker 53, R.N.D.Craig 3-51, J.R.McCredie 3-45) 233-8MCC: H.D.W.Wordsworth*, J.W.Bowett, R.N.D.Craig, E.W.De Moura Correia, T.Hodson, Q.J.Hughes, N.J.Longhurst, J.R.McCredie, D.C.Mulholland, P.J.Nicholson, R.F.Schoonheim

v Haydon Bridge CC (150th Anniversary) 26th July


MCC (Q.J.Hughes 52, P.J.Nicholson 50) 185-6 decHaydon Bridge CC (J.Taylor 45, Q.J.Hughes 3-5) 123 all outMCC: H.D.W.Wordsworth*, M.P.Briers, M.N.Burdett, S.D.Burdett, E.W.De Moura Correia, N.J.H.Fielden, T.Hodson, Q.J.Hughes, S.A.Malpass, P.J.Nicholson, R.F.Schoonheim

v Bath CC 25th JulyMCC lost by 36 runs Toss: Bath CC

Bath CC (S.Mount 56, W.Jenkins 120, M.S.Fowler 4-70) 307-9 decMCC (J.M.L.Fear 45, R.Hardwick 57, S.Marchant 5-70) 271 all outMCC: R.I.Trotman*, J.M.L.Fear, M.S.Fowler, R.Hardwick, Lt.-Col.A.T.D.Lerwill, A.J.Miles, D.J.Rowe, G.M.Stephens, B.D.Trotman, C.A.M.Walker, N.P.Weekes

v Market Harborough CC 25th JulyMatch cancelled

MCC: G.N.Jackson*, R.W.K.Brown, S.J.Childs, J.C.T.Collins, G.D.Hofbauer, N.J.Hunt, A.W.Pollock, R.M.Reynolds, P.J.Smith, C.J.Wake, M.A.Wolstenholme

v Gidea Park & Romford CC (150th Anniversary) 17th July


MCC (O.W.P.Wagstaff 51, R.J.Hayto 46) 226-6 decGidea Park & Romford CC (C.Collier 45) 169-9MCC: A.Richardson*, M.J.Drain, M.J.Drew, J.S.E.Ellis-Grewal, M.R.Hammond, R.J.Hayto, A.J.Holdgate, Y.Patel, O.W.P.Wagstaff, J.E.P.Walford, M.Wild

v Wellsway School 17th July

Match cancelled

MCC: S.R.D.McArthur*, G.A.Bucknell, A.D.Campbell, J.T.E.Essex, M.S.Fowler, T.L.Hemingway, D.R.McCarthy, D.E.Pike, J.C.Richards, R.E.Walker

v Wimbledon CC 17th July


MCC (B.R.Parfitt 67, A.J.Mitchell 81, J.R.Wileman 51*) 273-5 decWimbledon CC ( T.Eaves 62, B.Compton 60, G.V.Grace 85,

A.I.C.Crawford 4-96, W.W.Moolman 4-63) 264-8MCC: J.R.Wileman*, C.D.J.Bailey, R.Bolstridge, A.I.C.Crawford, M.J.Dennington, A.Geldenhuys, A.J.Mitchell, W.W.Moolman, B.R.Parfitt, J.M.Smallridge, S.N.Waymouth

v Cheam CC 23rd July


MCC (M.A.Jaffer 87, S.N.De Silva 56, S.Aussie 3-34) 265-9 decCheam CC (G.Martin 52, D.Dilhshan 86, K.Brown 59, J.A.Froome 6-103) 261-9MCC: D.J.Maslen*, G.Adolphus, J.F.Cotterell, S.N.De Silva, T.C.Elliott, J.A.Froome, M.A.Jaffer, W.W.Lee, G.D.Hicks, A.J.Mead, A.A.Senn

v Sheffield Collegiate CC 23rd July

Match abandoned

MCC: M.E.Root*, M.J.Birks, J.Colton, O.J.Davey, M.R.Dixon, L.D.Gordon, T.Hodson, R.W.Ibbotson, M.I.Langford, S.K.Parker, A.P.Woodward

v West Herts CC 23rd July


MCC (T.Alam 103, A.W.Laraman 59*) 251-6 decWest Herts CC (A.Lewis 81, N.Trapani 76*) 255-2MCC: M.H.James*, T.Alam, A.Birkby, S.J.Bracey, G.J.Dill, D.H.Kerry, A.W.Laraman B.T.Mooney, N.Morgan, T.F.Pettet, A.E.Skeggs

v HSBC CC 24th July


MCC (A.M.J.Barber 71, C.D.Isles 64, R.Golbourne 3-62) 255-6 decHSBC CC (M.Barbosa 112, S.Hassan 51, T.F.J.Coldman 3-60) 255-9MCC: K.Pearson*, A.M.J.Barber, L.A.Blackaby, L.P.Burns, T.F.J.Coldman, M.Dayal, T.C.Elliott, J.R.Gethins, C.D.Isles, W.W.Lee, H.Snape

An exceptional day at HSBC CC was rewarded with an impeccable finish. Needing one to win from the final two deliveries, HSBC CC managed to lose two wickets to leave the scores level at 255. MCC batted first and, on a flat pitch, scored consistently throughout the innings. At 33 for 3 the hosts were in trouble but a magnificent hundred from Barbosa, coupled with a fine supporting effort from Hassan, brought the game to life. Four runs were needed from the final over and, with Barbosa still at the wicket, the Bank were firm favourites. Two dot balls increased the pressure but the next two balls realised twos and the game seemed up for MCC. Coldman bowled Barbosa with the penultimate ball of the match and, needing one off the final ball, new batsman Heard couldn’t quite get home from a scrambled single.

Karl Pearson

v Mansfield Hosiery Mills CC 24th July


MCC ( M.E.Cassar 51, G.D.Hofbauer 75, N.Langford 70, M.A.Gouldstone 42, S.Fernando 4-35) 261-7 dec

Mansfield Hosiery Mills CC ( T.New 72, M.Smallwood 52, K.S.Newbold 5-51) 222 all out


MCC: J.M.Attfield*, L.A.Blackaby, D.Chohan, M.J.H.Drew, T.C.Elliott, J.M.L.Fear, J.B.M.Grant, M.J.E.Green, E.V.Hill, M.G.H.Page, H.Snape

v Challow & Childray U25s 28th July


MCC (I.M.Crosby 60, B.W.Gannon 53, L.C.Ryan 59, J.C.Barrett 40) 277-7 decChallow & Childray U25s (R.Gordon 112, J.Harris 52*) 245-6MCC: R.A.Evans*, J.C.Barrett, I.M.Crosby, H.Eltham, B.W.Gannon, N.P.Hands, L.C.Ryan, S.E.Ryan, C.J.L.Sandbach, J.Smith, J.R.West

MCC openers Nick Hands and Sam Ryan put on 23 for the first wicket before making way for the middle order, who contributed well. Ian Crosby, with 60 off 52 balls, shared a partnership of 85 with John Barrett. Ben Gannon and Luke Ryan then shared a century partnership either side of lunch, which was taken early because of a heavy rain shower. The declaration came after MCC had batted out 48 overs. Unfortunately MCC’s spearhead bowler, Gannon, aggravated an old injury when bowling his third over and could not bowl again. The Challow & Childray innings was dominated by an attacking 112 off 113 balls, with 16 fours and two sixes, from opener Ryan Gordon. Wicket-keeper Harry Kent ensured that there was no collapse after Gordon’s departure, and there was just time for captain Joe Harris to get to 50 off only 38 balls before the match ended as a draw as the rain returned almost exactly on the finishing time. After 50 overs Challow were some 30 runs short of their target.

Rupert Evans

v Chatsworth CC (150th Anniversary) 28th July


MCC (D.J.Otway 56, J.Pack 5-51) 191-7 decChatsworth CC (S.Weston 47, D.J.Adams 3-16) 134 all outMCC: I.C.Hampshire*, D.J.Adams, I.J.Bates, R.Bolstridge, K.J.Dean, A.F.Gofton, T.Hodson, M.I.Langford, S.A.Malpass, D.J.Otway, T.S.V.Pope

v Eastcote CC 28th July


MCC (J.Rasheed 128*, I.R.Jenkins 55) 278-4 decEastcote CC (B.Frais 152*, W.Dunn 54*) 279-3MCC: P.D.C.Wise*, D.W.Bates, N.J.C.Buchanan, M.S.Dhaliwal, J.Fielding, G.M.Harper, S.J.Hirst, I.R.Jenkins, G.M.Overy, J.M.Overy, J.Rasheed

James Overy and Jawwad Rasheed scored freely for MCC on a surface that was always going to produce a high number of runs. Iwan Jenkins made 55 and Rasheed carried his bat for 128*, making a declaration possible at 278 for 4 off 47 overs. Nick Buchanan and George Harper bowled well with the new ball but excellent batting from 16-year-old Aman Lotay and Ben Frais ensured Eastcote were well in the game. A couple of tough chances could have turned the match and Steve Hirst and Rasheed did their best to slow the rate. However, Frais made 152* and with support from Will Dunnaw Eastcote home with seven wickets in hand.

Phil Wise

v Falkland CC 28th July


Falkland CC (E.A.J.Packard 3-86) 200-8 decMCC (G.R.Thurstance 96, S.Gilmour 4-51) 202-6MCC: O.J.Clayson*, L.T.Bailey, J.D.Bunting, C.J.Cann, T.W.J.Chapman, T.S.C.Cooke, G.Evans, W.B.Miller, E.A.J.Packard, S.M.Parsons, G.R.Thurstance

v Dumbleton CC 29th July


MCC (M.J.Donald 88) 270-5 decDumbleton CC (W.D.L.Noble 3-25) 174 all outMCC: C.J.Townsend*, M.P.Briers, M.J.Donald, A.J.Ellis, C.S.Knightley, W.D.L.Noble, S.Stenning, A.J.Syddall, C.H.Tomlinson, R.G.H.Turner, A.E.Wilkinson

The MCC batting was spearheaded by Martin Donald who seemed set for a century. Unfortunately, in scoring what would have been his eighteenth boundary he hit his wicket, having scored 88 off 76 balls. Charles Knightley and Alistair Wilkinson hastened the declaration with an unbroken stand of 64 off eight overs. MCC finished with 270 for 5 off 52

v Tunbridge Wells CC 25th July


MCC (A.D.Edwards 87*, M.Churchill 4-76) 281-8 decTunbridge Wells CC (R.Bailey 139, L.P.Burns 5-52) 244 all outMCC: J.D.P.Bowden*, L.P.Burns, T.F.J.Coldman, J.W.Cramp, S.N.De Silva, A.D.Edwards, T.C.Elliott, T.E.Goodworth, C.J.A.Paget, M.Richardson, H.Snape

v Belvedere CC (Centenary) 26th July


MCC (N.P.Hands 51, M.J.W.Wright 131*, S.E.Smith 54*) 288-4 decBelvedere CC (D.Thomas 49, C.E.H.Hopkins 4-42) 154 all outMCC: S.Salisbury*, L.Casey, H.Furze, N.P.Hands, C.E.H.Hopkins, B.O.Leale-Green, O.Lea, J.F.T.Musgrave, D.Silou, S.E.Smith, M.J.W.Wright

MCC was delighted to be invited to join in Belvedere CC’s centenary celebrations and drew applications from around the world, including Hong Kong! Wright, Hands and Smith put on a fine exhibition of strokeplay for the visitors. In reply, Belvedere were all out for 154, as Charlie Hopkins (4 for 42) was unplayable after the declaration bowling.

Steve Salisbury

v Central Lancashire League 26th July


MCC (H.E.Smallwood 47) 211-6 decCentral Lancashire League (B.Chapman 109) 215-3MCC: M.Ali, A.J.Clague, S.Crabtree, R.D.T.Davies, D.R.Green, D.A.Lees, J.Martin, D.J.Otway, J.Sandham, H.E.Smallwood, L.D.S.Smith

v Fives & Heronians CC 26th July


MCC (S.J.L.Pountney 75, C.P.Harvey 51*, S.Knapman 3-71) 264-6 decFives & Heronians CC (P.Kilpatrick 81, Rohan Bhome 3-71) 235 all outMCC: N.F.Gibbs*, N.T.Bailey, Rahul Bhome, Rohan Bhome, G.E.Fisher, J.I.W.Gatting, C.P.Harvey, H.M.Khan, J.A.Lewis, S.Mohammed, S.J.L.Pountney

v Simmons & Simmons 26th July


MCC (A.D.Campbell 54, J.T.E.Essex 100*, B.Hall 3-58) 276-4 decSimmons & Simmons (J.Henderson 53) 155 all outMCC: F.L.Stewart*, D.W.Bates, A.D.Campbell, J.T.E.Essex, C.H.Fellows-Smith, O.R.Fowlston, T.E.Goodworth, W.W.Moolman, B.Patel, O.B.Ratcliffe, J.G.C.Stocks

Fowlston and Campbell got MCC off to a brisk start at Dulwich, with the former hitting a beautiful straight six before falling for 33. MCC were in control at 129 for 1 before the loss of three quick wickets kept things level. Essex then hit a powerful century, allowing a declaration on 276 for 4. Goodworth struck twice for the Club in the first over, with two perfect out-swingers. Simmons & Simmons rallied, however, taking the score to 70 for 2 before the combined spinning efforts of Stocks, Moolman, Campbell, Fellows-Smith and Fowlston worked their way through the middle and lower order, whilst giving MCC an over rate of more than twenty overs per hour. The final wicket fell with the score at 155, which left plenty of time for some more of the excellent hospitality so generously offered by the Club’s hosts.

Fraser Stewart

v The Hurlingham Club 26th July


MCC (R.Rao 79, Dr.S.S.Patel 83, G.S.Brooksbank 3-96) 300-9 decThe Hurlingham Club (D.Newton 103, G.Kennedy 56, N.D.Goh 3-41) 301-6MCC: Dr.S.S.Patel*, A.J.Brooksbank, O.J.Clayson, K.Desai, N.D.Goh, K.Newell, M.D.Patel, R.Rao, L.C.Ryan, T.E.Savill, K.J.Spencer

v The Yellowhammers CC 26th July

MCC won by 1 wicket Toss: The Yellowhammers CC

The Yellowhammers CC ( O.Durell 94, J.Smallwood 63, D.Chohan 4-80) 316-8 dec

MCC (M.G.H.Page 72, E.V.Hill 133*, R.O’Grady 3-56, O.Durell 3-60) 317-9


late hard hitting from Tom Hughes and Owain Hopkins took MCC to a total of 186 for the loss of four wickets. In response, St. Mary’s fell 13 runs short in a tense finale, with James Francis stranded on 65*. Nick Folland batted with great fluency and class for 54. Mark George bowled particularly well for the Club in a very enjoyable game on a beautiful island.

Gareth Griffiths

v Scillonian XI (35 overs) 1st August


MCC (P. Snelling 50, J. Bachelor 51) 220-7 decScillonian XI (Francis 74, Goddard 46, Lefrec 44, W.M.George 4-40) 209-7

MCC: G.E.Griffiths*, T.J.Angove, J.Bachelor, G.Bulpitt, N.Folland, N.T.P.George, W.M.George, T.P.S.Hughes, M.P.Sage, P.D.Snelling, R.J.Turner

MCC moved to Tresco for the second day of the trip, to take on the Isles of Scilly team in a 35-over game. The Club faced a hostile opening stint from Joe Badcock, who beat Mark George for pace on several occasions and was rewarded win fine figures of 2 for 19 from six overs. Nick Folland again batted well for 37, probationer Paul Snelling scored a fine 50 and John Bachelor struck the ball well for 51, MCC totalling 220-7 in their allocated overs. Nick George and Mark Sage bowled economically to put the Islanders behind the required rate. Lefrec and Goddard took them close, and James Francis again batted positively for 74, though for the second time in two days he was unable to see his team across the finishing line. With 15 required from the final over he was out on the first ball, Scillonian finishing eleven runs short in a great finish.

Gareth Griffiths

v South Hampstead CC 31st July

Match abandoned

MCC: R.J.Baxter*, V.Bhimjiyani, A.D.Campbell, J.W.Excell, A.Hill, E.P.H.Jones, D.H.Kerry, A.J.Mitchell, T.F.Pettet, G.G.Read, W.J.Spencer

v Tring Park 31st July


MCC (T.Alam 89, C.J.Cann 73, V.Devisetty 3-48) 248-6 decTring Park CC (V.Devisetty 79, G.J.Dill 3-15) 183 all outMCC: J.M.Overy*, T.Alam, C.J.Cann, G.J.Dill, M.S.Dhaliwal, S.R.Kamalia, D.C.Pascoe, N.J.Pont, D.G.Roots, O.E.Strong, J.E.Tall

Some good contributions from the MCC top order meant that the Club reached 248 for 6 in 45 overs. This looked to be enough when N. Pont (2 for 39) removed the Tring top order, only for V. Devisetty (79) to begin to take the game away from the Club. D. Pascoe (2 for 24) was the only bowler to really threaten Devisetty’s wicket and once he picked him up LBW, MCC had the game firmly under control. MCC finished the game off in the 37th over, winning by 65 runs.

James Overy

v Wolverhampton CC 31st July


MCC: D.J.Bowyer* J.W.Barrett, S.T.Corbett, I.M.Crosby, T. Mees, C.Murrall, A.W.Pollock, C.J.L.Sandback, A.J.Smith, J.F.G.While, A.E.Wilkinson

v York & District Cricket League U21s 31st July


MCC (M.N.Burdett 63, J.Wackett 56) 248-7 decYork & District Cricket League U21s (C.Bilton 49*, M. George 4-40) 144-3MCC: N.J.C.Kay*, M.N.Burdett, S.D.Burdett, S.Croft, R.I.Frost, G.M.Hamilton, S.Lambert, R.Love, T.J.Love, R.P.Singh, L.R.Stabler, J.Wackett

overs, leaving what turned out to be 51 overs for Dumbleton. Probationer Will Noble, who had earlier scored 39, took three wickets in six balls, changing Dumbleton’s competitive 120 for 4 to a terminal 127 for 7. Seven of the home batsmen got to double figures but Adam Stuart top-scored with only 35 and MCC won with six overs to spare.

Chris Townsend

v The Somerset Stragglers CC 30th July

MCC lost by 3 wickets Toss: The Somerset Stragglers CC

MCC (C.D.Gange 109, M.Mellor 4-55) 243-6 decThe Somerset Stragglers CC (K.Krancamp 65, S.D.Needham 4-52) 245-7MCC: N.A.Folland*, C.D.Gange, R.J.Holman, T.P.S.Hughes, R.A.Kemp, A.J.Mead, S.D.Needham, L.I.F.Sanders, P.N.Sanderson, R.J.Turner, J.R.A.Williams

v Brook CC 31st July


MCC (J.H.Walters 103, E.W.C.Gross 44, J.King 4-70) 284-6 decBrook CC (J.C.Richards 7-77) 193 all outMCC: I.D.Turner*, G.A.Adair, R.J.Arthur, R.Chaudhuri, J.T.E.Essex, E.W.C.Gross, G.A.G.Henderson, J.C.Richards, A.J.Stewart, J.H.Walters, J.B.F.Woodroof

A good opening partnership developed between MCC’s Adair and Walters. There was a promising opening spell by the young Brook seamer, R. Williams, who bowled a good line and length. Walters looked to dominate and struck the ball well all around the wicket, scoring a very fine 103. He was out just before lunch with the score on 183 for 3. After lunch, Ed Gross kept up a good scoring rate and played a cultured innings of 44. There were some useful contributions by Woodroof and Essex in the middle order allowing MCC to declare on 284 for 6 at 3.15 p.m. Brook lost the early wicket of T. Williams to a short ball from Essex. With the sun beginning to shine and a pitch that became more and more suited to spin bowling it was always going to be a big ask for the home side to chase down the MCC score. Richards bowled a superb spell of left-arm spin, taking 7 for 77 from 21 overs. The Brook batsmen continued to attack and play their shots, much to their credit, but Richards took his seventh and the final wicket of the innings as Brook were all out for 193.

Iain Turner

v Lansdown CC 31st July


MCC 117 all outLansdown CC (Dorman 49*) 119-2MCC: Wg.Cdr.D.W.J.Catlow*, M.B.Abington, G.Brown, C.D.Gange, J.A.Green, J.Harvey, A.J.Mead, N.G.Potter, Wg.Cdr.V.E.Thomas, R.G.H.Turner, A.R.D.Wilson

This was a disappointing performance from an MCC side which, on paper at least, had the measure of the Lansdown First XI. Early wickets from the combative Veal and Rocke, on a lively pitch, made for a poor start for MCC. A rally from Harvey and Potter was short lived, before the fluent-looking Green was unfortunate to be dismissed. Catlow and Brown attempted to re-build but a combination of poor shot selection, good bowling and a tricky wicket conspired to dismiss MCC for 117. Some tight bowling from Green and Mead at the top of Lansdown’s innings was undone by a lack of depth in the bowling attack. Despite the dismissal of both openers, Lansdown overseas player Dorman was in destructive form to lead them to a comprehensive eight-wicket victory. In summary, Lansdown deserved this victory over a lacklustre MCC team.

David Catlow

SCILLY ISLES TOURv St. Mary’s Island (20 overs) 31st July


MCC (T.P.S.Hughes 63, O.C.Hopkins 42*) 186-4St. Mary’s Island (J.L.Francis 65*, N.Folland 54, W.M.George 4-32) 173-9

MCC: G.E.Griffiths*, T.J.Angove, J.W.Bachelor, G.Bulpitt, N.T.P.George, W.M.George, O.C.Hopkins, T.P.S.Hughes, M.P.Sage, P.D.Snelling, R.J.Turner

The first day of the Scilly Isles tour saw MCC take on St Mary’s in a 20-over game. Mark Sage batted aggressively for 24, and some


continued to play their shots but, at 204 for 9, MCC was nearly over the line. An excellent last-wicket stand saw the cadets home with only a few balls to spare.

James Fulton

v Chelmsford CC 4th August


MCC (O.W.P.Wagstaff 43, N.J.Bailey 40) 266-9 decChelmsford CC ( D.Hagen 85, J.Clifford 45, C.Prowting 43*,

T.P.C.Philp 5-35, O.W.P.Wagstaff 3-39) 241 all outMCC: P.J.Bird*, L.T.Bailey, N.J.Bailey, B.J.Clayden, A.Holdgate, F.G.Owen, R.J.Paxton, C.I.Pether, T.P.C.Philp, O.W.P.Wagstaff, M.Wild,

MCC reached 120 for 4 at lunch with good contributions from Nick Bailey (40), Fred Owen (26) and Adam Holgate (25). After the break, the MCC side looked to push the score along with a declaration in mind. However, quick wickets and some tight bowling from Chelmsford reduced the visitors to 175 for 8 before some late aggression from the lower order resulted in a declaration at 266 for 9. Chelmsford got off to a slow start in their own innings and, at 34 for 3, looked to be struggling. A good partnership from Dan Hagen and Chris Prowting led the recovery and, at 135 for 3, Chelmsford looked favourites to win. With 130 required from the final 20 overs, wickets fell to excellent spells from Thomas Philp and Oliver Wagstaff leading MCC to bowl Chelmsford out for 241 to win with four overs to spare.

Philip Bird

v Lindfield CC 4th August

MCC lost by 3 wickets Toss: Lindfield

MCC (M.J.D.Finzel 54) 190 all outLindfield CC (M.Hewitt 66) 191-7MCC: A.J.Stewart*, A.M.Brown, M.E.C.Chapman, M.J.D.Finzel, T.P.W.Harvey, J.Howie, J.Lumsden, B.Smith, H.Smith, C.C.E.White, P.J.Wooldridge

v Sawston CC 4th August


MCC (A.J.A.Hooley 84, R.J.C.Goodenough 55, N.Gladwin 50*) 233-3Sawston CC (S.J.Atherton 4-14) 88 all outMCC: J.F.Barr*, E.J.Alexander, S.J.Atherton, N.Batcheler, J.R.Cade, N.Gladwin, R.J.C.Goodenough, J.J.N.Heywood, A.J.A.Hooley, P.Richer, B.R.Stephens

Probationers Alex Hooley and Peter Richer got the Club off to a slow and comfortable start, but soon picked up the run rate. Hooley reached his half-century and built another solid partnership with R. Goodenough. After lunch, the batsmen scored with more freedom and Goodenough and Gladwin very quickly reached their fifties after the dismissal of Hooley for 84. Declaring on 233 for 3, MCC were confident that they had enough on a slow and deteriorating wicket. After a very quick start, Sawston soon succumbed to the bowling of Batcheler (2 for 22) and Atherton (4 ror 14), leaving the last three batsmen to be skittled by Cade (3 for 9), in a very comfortable 145-run win for MCC.

James Barr

v Liverpool & District Cricket Competition U21s 5th August

Match abandoned

MCC: J.M.Armstrong*, J.P.Dixon J.M.Fawcett, M.W.D.Godden, D.A.Lees, M.J.Leathley A.C.Murray, H.E.Smallwood, L.D.S.Smith, D.R.Snellgrove, S.A.Stoneman

v Horsham CC 6th August


MCC (T.J.W.Finzel 48, M.E.C.Chapman 44) 190 all outHorsham CC (Cloy 45, J.T.Pooley 3-31) 191-7MCC: M.Tomsett*, S.J.Bracey, A.E.Brawn, M.E.C.Chapman, J.T.E.Essex, T.J.W.Finzel, M.G.Krause, D.Morrison, J.P.C.Musgrave, J.T.Pooley, P.J.Wooldridge

Having won the toss and elected to bat, the Club got off to a strong start thanks to openers Toby Finzel (48) and Peter Wooldridge (30).

v Farnham Royal CC 1st August


MCC (J.T.E.Essex 122*, C.J.Cann 59, A.Rai 3-33) 272-9 decFarnham Royal CC (S.Ali 71, R.Sanford 43*, J.E.Tall 4-77) 236-9MCC: N.J.S.Buchanan, J.D.Bunting, C.J.Cann, T.W.J.Chapman, G.J.Dill, L.Douglas, J.T.E.Essex, J.C.Richards, M.P.Syddall, J.E.Tall, G.R.Thurstance, H.W.H.Woodward

In a high-quality fixture, MCC maybe batted a couple overs too long but it was still a very good game. James Essex played a brutal innings, which was followed by a consistent bowling display.

Olly Clayson

v Beckenham CC 2nd August

Match drawn Toss: Beckenham CC

Beckenham CC (J.McCulloch 48, C.D.Isles 74, L.P.Burns 5-56) 213-9 decMCC (D.H.Stickels 70, J.J.McLean 41, T.McDowell 3-43, A.Senn 3-27) 149-8MCC: S.Salisbury*, L.P.Burns, C.J. Cann, T.F.J.Coldman, N.Freeborn, T.Griffin, C.C.H.Hammond, J.J.McLean, W.R.Montgomery, T.W.Parsons, D.H.Stickels

Beckenham’s long-standing cricket week culminated in MCC’s visit. A delayed start saw Beckenham win the toss and bat first. Burns (5 for 56) and Coldman (1 for 86) bore the brunt of the work for MCC on a pitch offering spin. Beckenham declared at 213 for 9 in 46 overs, leaving a possible 40 for the Club’s reply. MCC’s chase looked strong with Stickels and McLean batting in a very positive manner, until a middle order collapse saw MCC lose four for ten and effectively ended the chase.

Steve Salisbury

v Lancashire League U21s 2nd August


MCC (R.D.T.Davies 50) (C. Hayman 4-21) 126 all outLancashire League U21s 72-1MCC: L.J.Bedford, N.R.Bolton, R.D.T.Davies, C.I.Jones, M.C.Lomas, J.Marsden, S.Sehgal, H.E.Smallwood, R.P.Singh, S.A.Stonemen, A.P.Woodward

v Sark CC 2nd August


MCC (W. Turner 54) 235-5 decSark CC 35-0MCC: W.Jenner*, M.P.Briers, S.J.Caley, M.C.Clapham, A.S.M.Graham, S.J.Lamb, B.E.Lyons, D.Morrison, P.J.O’Reilly, W.Turner, C.J.Wake

Great support by Members made this a special experience for those who were first-time visitors to Sark. Sadly, after a magnificent lunch, which was followed by a speech from the Seneschal (Prime Minister) of Sark, Reg Guille, heavy rain forced the early abandonment of the match. MCC faced 35 overs, and Sark received just six before the rain came and the trophy was shared.

Ward Jenner

v RMA Sandhurst 3rd August


MCC (A.P.Gofton 61*) 222-7 decRMA Sandhurst (H.Barcroft 40) 226-9MCC: J.A.G.Fulton*, E.J.Alexander, D.P.Barthmolomew, S. Butt, A.P.Gofton, T.C.M.Harris, J.R.Irwin-Brown, Lt.-Col.A.T.D.Lerwill, Capt.O.W.D.Lerwill, O.E.Strong, F.C.A.Taylor

MCC batted first on a fine morning at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS) and, despite the early loss of Ted Alexander, built some healthy partnerships before lunch. Toby Harris (26), Jake Irwin-Brown (32) and Fabian Taylor (39) all contributed significant runs either side of the interval but it was Alan Gofton (61*) who showed good judgement on a difficult wicket that boosted MCC’s score to 222 for 7 declared. The strong RMAS batting line-up set about the task at pace and were soon well ahead of the rate, but they also continued to lose wickets at regular intervals. Tim Lerwill was as miserly as ever and difficult to get away but all the bowlers chipped in with wickets. RMAS


Stoneman steadied the innings with David Otway before lunch and then took the game to Cheadle after the break with a powerful 84*. probationers Jonathan Fawcett (26) and James Hawley (17) batted well to help the Club declare on 222 for 8 off 51 overs. Cheadle were initially in trouble with early wickets from Jimmy Dixon and Nick Anderson and were 86 for 4 after James Hawley swung the ball to take two more wickets. However, a chanceless 99* from Dan Brown accompanied by Gary Cash’s hard-hitting 79* took the game away from MCC and Cheadle won by six wickets.

Stuart Stoneman

v Chichester Priory Park CC 8th AugustMCC won by 7 wickets Toss: Chichester Priory Park CC

Chichester Priory Park CC (P.J.Terry 3-7, M.Barson 3-22) 133 all outMCC (I.R.Jenkins 44) 134-3MCC: G.D.Price*, M.Barson, M.E.C.Chapman, J.T.E.Essex, R.J.C.Goodenough, E.W.C.Gross, I.R.Jenkins, C.May, W.A.B.Philips, J.Steadman, P.J.Terry

Chichester Priory Park opted to bat first, keen to put early runs on the board. The Club responded well, with Max Barson taking three early wickets in his opening spell for 22 runs, taking a good scalp of an Australian Academy opening batsman Rosisto. MCC’s James Steadman, Paul Terry (3 for 7), Chris May and Michel Chapman all bowled well to keep Chichester down to 133 all out on a low scoring pitch. Iwan Jenkins (44), Edmund Gross (28) and Michel Chapman (23) battled to see off the run chase against some very tight and dangerous off spin from Rosisto and Turner.

Geof Price

v Harpenden CC (150th Anniversary) 8th AugustMCC lost by 2 wickets Toss: Harpenden CC

MCC (L.C.Paternott 76, M.J.Howeson 65) 264-7 decHarpenden (N.Lamb 65, D.Tuck 62*) 265-8MCC: G.J.Dill*, C.E.Bennett-Baggs, A.Birkby, S.A.Bracey, B.J.Collins, J.E.Corbett, M.J.Howeson, L.C.Paternott, A.W.Pollock, L.Samarasinghe, W.F.Waddell-Dudley

v Wraysbury CC 8th August


MCC (D.Morrison 71, S.Butt 58) 258-6 decWraysbury (J. Mohan 105*, S.S.Patel 5-83) 261-9MCC: Dr.S.S.Patel*, S.Butt, R.W.Haxby, S.G.Lynch, B.T.Mooney, D.Morrison, J.R.Perkins, O.E.Strong, G.R.Thurstance, J.R.Wileman, P.D.C.Wise

A great game of cricket that ended with the Club losing in the last over with the opposition nine wickets down!

Sameer Patel

v Blackheath CC 9th August

MCC won by 81 runs Toss: Blackheath CC

MCC (J.C.Richards 139*) 256-3 decBlackheath CC (H. Giles 67) 175 all outMCC: T.J.Carter*, C.D.J.Bailey, J.Brett, C.J.Cann, D.J.Colquhoun, P.J.Furner, C.H.Houlder, D.Morrison A.J.Porter, J.C.Richards, A.Westphall

Horsham fought back well and regular wickets fell as MCC struggled to build partnerships. John Barron and Tom Johnson took the share of the wickets and it was only thanks to a fluent 44 from Michael Chapman that MCC managed to reach 190. Despite an excellent opening spell from James Essex, Horsham started well in their reply and at one stage were sitting comfortably at 122 for 2. MCC responded with wickets from Bracey, Pooley and Wooldridge. Essex then returned to the attack and was rewarded for his pace and control with figures of 3 for 31 but it was not enough to prevent Horsham from completing a deserved three-wicket victory.

Mark Tomsett

v Sunbury CC (75th Anniversary) 6th AugustMCC lost by 4 wickets Toss: MCC

MCC (J.P.Mills 73) 283-9 decSunbury CC (C. Sayers 113*) 286-6MCC: C.S. Kemp*, A.Banerjee, R.W.K.Brown, J.E.Corbett, J.M.L.Fear, E.W.C.Gross, E.V.Hill, E.J.Humphreys, J.P.Mills, B.T.Mooney, N.S.Trueman

v Tynemouth U21s 6th AugustMatch abandoned

MCC: M.J.Thewlis*, W.H.A.Allen, S.J.Birtwisle, M.Collins, L.D.Gordon, A.Nicol, W.Ritzema, G.E.Rounthwaite, J.R.P.Smailes, R.Walker, C.Watson

v Heathfield Park CC 7th August


MCC (D.A.Morrison 123*, M.E.C.Chapman 51) 277-6 decHeathfield Park (D.Jacobs 70, W.Robertson 57) 281-8MCC: J.S. Crabtree*, M.D.Bashford, H.N.E.Campbell, M.E.C.Chapman, A.H.Cox, J.M.Finch, M.J.E.Green, T.P.W.Harvey, D.A.Morrison, R.N.Park, J.T.Pooley

v The Yorkshire Gentlemen’s CC (150th Anniversary) 7th AugustMCC lost by 1 wicket Toss: MCC

MCC (J.D.Rigby 67) 157-7 decThe Yorkshire Gentlemen’s CC (T.M.Malloch 67) 161-9MCC: S.D.Burdett, R.I.Frost, R.P.Hodson, T.Hodson, T.C.Lund, D.C.Mulholland, D.J.Otway, C.D.Palmer, S.Pathak, J.D.Rigby, H.E.Smallwood

v Cheadle CC (150th Anniversary) 8th AugustMCC lost by 6 wickets Toss: MCC

MCC (S.A.Stoneman 84*) 222-8 decCheadle CC (D.Brown 99*, G.Cash 79*) 224-4MCC: S.A.Stoneman*, N.D.Anderson, J.P.Dixon, J.M.Fawcett, M.S.Glayzer, J.E.L.Hawley, T.Hodson, M.A.Marfani, D.J.Otway, H.E.Smallwood, M.J.Winter

After the rain at Old Trafford had secured The Ashes for England earlier in the week, blue skies awaited the players to celebrate nearby Cheadle CC’s 150th anniversary. MCC batted first on a wicket that assisted two experienced Australian new ball bowlers and were quickly in trouble when an experienced top order collapsed to 21 for 4 off 15 overs. Stuart

MCC PLAYERS CONGRATULATE THE YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN’S CC ON THEIR VICTORY


a quick 24 to revive Academy hopes. The Club were to hold firm, with Flannigan removing Neill with a slower ball and Quinn returning to end the innings and give the Club victory by 49 runs.

Simon Smith

v Rye CC (260th Anniversary) 13th August


MCC (D.A.Morrison 105, C.P.Hart 44) 229-6 decRye CC (S.F.Roundall 4-2) 141MCC: C.G.Arnold, H.N.E.Campbell, G.J.Dill, M.J.Green, C.P.Hart, P.J.Morgan, D.A.Morrison, R.N.Park, J.T.Pooley, S.F.Roundall, M.J.White

Morrison and Hart both batted beautifully for MCC to put on 160 for the first wicket. Hart was eventually dismissed for a well-made 44, and Morrison continued to score a magnificent 105. A number of Rye batsmen made starts but, thanks to tight bowling, no one could get on top of the MCC bowling attack. The game finished in sensational fashion with Simon Roundall taking the last three wickets in a hat-trick to finish with figures of 4 for 2 off 1.3 overs.

George Campbell

v South Wales Cricket Association 13th August


MCC (H.C.R.Bowles 104, A.J.Miles 56) 263-8 decSouth Wales Cricket Association (B.Edkins 85, J.Parkhouse 70) 224-7MCC: M.T.Phillips*, H.C.R.Bowles, R.Edwards, N.P Howells, F.R.H.John, L.Jones, A.J.Miles, J-P.Rees, A.J.Thomas, G.Weatherhall, M.Wilson

v Stainsby Hall CC (150th Anniversary) 13th August


MCC (M.E. Cassar 64) 212-9 decStainsby Hall CC (B.Garside 62) 214-5MCC: M.I.Langford*, I.J.Bates, W.Butler, M.E.Cassar, J.L.Ede, D.R.Green, D.G.Harry, T.Hodson, C.B.Ogilvie, T.S.V.Pope, L.S.Smith

v Ditchling CC 14th August


MCC (A. Cox 55, J. Cox 4-37) 239-5 decDitchling CC (G. Walsh 63, C. Atkinson 58) 240-8MCC: I.Cox*, C. Burton, A.H.Cox, J.S.Cox, J.S.Crabtree, C.C.H.Hart, T.W.P.Harvey, P.J.King, M.G.Krause, J.T.Pooley, M.A.E.Symonds

MCC made good progress and lunched at 120 for 1. Although the loss of two quick wickets directly afterwards slowed the run rate slightly, the Club were still able to declare at 239-5 in even time. The Ditchling reply started poorly with the loss of three early wickets but a spirited stand of 114 put them in control, only to lose four more quick wickets and put themselves under pressure. Despite this, the Ditchling lower order were able to see them home by two wickets with ten balls to spare.

Ian Cox

TWO DAY MCC REGIONAL TOURNAMENT IN DUBLIN

MCC Ireland v MCC West South West (35 overs) 15th August

MCC West South West won by 26 runs Toss: MCC West South West

MCC West South West ( R.J.Holman 77, E.R.Kilbee 100, B.A.Wylie 3-58) 227-5 dec

MCC Ireland (E.Ahmed 63, D.A.J.Rigby 44, J.Kennedy 41) 201 all out

MCC West South West Team: G.E.Griffiths*, C.D.Gange, N.T.P.George, T.H.C.Hancock, R.J.Holman, T.P.S.Hughes, E.R.Kilbee, A.J.Miles, N.S.S.Pollard, R.W.Swetman, J.R.M.Wakefield

MCC Ireland Team: I.J.Synnott*, E.Ahmed, J.Bushe, A.J.Cowden, S.Dutt, D.A.J.Rigby, J.Kennedy, R.J.Mitchell, J.Morrissey, P.E.O’Donnell, A.M.Synnott, B.A.Wylie

v Bristol CC 9th August


MCC (C.D.Gange 104*, M.J.D.Finzell 109) 245-1 decBristol CC (M.Khan 45) 145 all outMCC: J.R.A.Williams*, N.J.S.Buchanan, J.E.Corbett, M.J.D.Finzel, C.D.Gange, J.A.Green, R.Hardwick, I.R.Jenkins, K.A.Lock, D.J.Rowe, A.P.Thomas

MCC Home Counties v MCC London Suburban (North) 9th August

MCC Home Counties

won by 7 wickets Toss: MCC London Suburban (North)

MCC London Suburban (North) (J.J.McLean 86*) 253-5 decMCC Home Counties (A.W.Laraman 137) 254-3MCC London Suburban (North) Team: Dr.S.S.Patel*, K.A.O.Barrett, Z.Bhettay, G.S.Brooksbank, K.J.Desai, N.A.Gauri, R.W.Haxby, J.J.McLean, J.R.Perkins, J.J.Porter, V.Sethi, M.Wilkin

MCC Home Counties Team: M.J.Eyles*, A.Birkby, R.J.Curzon-Thompson, M.S. Dhaliwal, F.G.Fox, G.M.Harper, M.H.James, A.W.Laraman, N.Patel, J.G.Stevens, J.C.E.Shuttle

v Sibton Park CC 9th August


MCC (B.O.Leale-Green 103*, C.R.G.Vernon 74, J.Keeler 4-61) 284-5 decSibton Park CC (J.Keeler 62*) 286-9MCC: S.Salisbury*, A.D.Campbell, J.Champion, M.E.C.Chapman, X.P.M.Darroch, L.De Silva, T.P.W.Harvey, B.O.Leale-Green, H.Snape, D.H.Stickels C.R.G.Vernon

v Honourable Artillery Company CC 11th August


MCC (A.R.Ponder 152, P.J.Moran 56) 272-6 decHonourable Artillery Company CC (S.Parry 116*) 274-6MCC: S.W.Gilmour*, C.E.H.Hopkins, S.G.Lynch, P.J.Moran, S.A.Musk, A.R.Ponder, R.M.Sawney, C.F.Sorensen, J.G.C.Stocks, O.E.Strong, M.E.Sullivan

v Kent Academy 11th August


MCC (D.J.Chambers 52) 221-9 decKent Academy (M.Walker 88*, S.T.Piesley 60) 227-5MCC: P.Bedford*, D.J.Chambers, M.E.C.Chapman, J.W.Cramp, S.Drakely, J.I.W.Gatting, E.J.A.Lowe, A.D.G.Neale, D.H. Stickles, A.A.Senn, S.E.Smith

v Scotland Regional Academy Select XI (50 overs) 12th August


MCC (R. Flannigan 84, F.W.G. Burnett 51, A.N.Kirkpatrick 47*) 255-6 decScotland Regional Academy Select XI ( B.C.Carnegie 57,

A.G.Preston-Jones 55*) 206 all outMCC: S.J.S.Smith*, A.M.G.Brock, F.W.G.Burnett, R.Flannigan, D.W.Hodge, A.N.Kirkpatrick, N.G.Ninan, M.J.Powell, G.N.Quinn, A.Steele, A.R.Wilson

The positive start to the Club’s innings was pegged back when Neill produced a beauty to bowl Powell for 15, but Flannigan (84), in partnership with Burnett (51) then Kirkpatrick (47*), kept the scoreboard moving along well. The Academy fought back through excellent bowling from Rao and Neill and some superb catching from Gosse and Preston-Jones, and the Club was grateful for a hard-hitting late cameo of 23 from Brock in hoisting the total to 255 for 6. Quinn and Burnett took the new ball and quickly had the Academy in trouble at 34 for 3, thanks in the main to spectacular catches from Hodge at point and Wilson in the gully. The introduction of spinners Wilson and Brock saw the scoring rate fall, and three further batsmen perished trying to break the shackles, leaving the Academy on 88 for 6. Carnegie and Preston-Jones began re-building patiently, and when a rain shower rendered the ball difficult to control, the pair began to take advantage. Once Brock had Carnegie held at slip by Powell, the game looked up, but Neill joined Preston-Jones and whacked


MCC East Midlands Team: M.E.Cassar*, R.A.M.Briscoe, J.R.Colton, P.G.T.Davies, M.J.Deane, J.L.Ede, M.A.Gouldstone, J.Marsden, N.Talbot, W.J.D.Thompson, R.E.Walker

MCC North West Team: S.R.Montgomery*, D.Atkin, L.J.Bedford, N.R.Bolton, R.Dixon, L.Gordon, T.Hodson, D.A.Lees, A.D.Mawson, S.J.Plevin, A.Smith

v Preston Nomads CC 14th August


MCC (J.J.Porter 44) 227-7Preston Nomads CC (J.Gatting 90*) 228-8MCC: H.T.Y.Shephard*, A.J.Cama, L.Casey, M.E.C.Chapman, D.S.Culbard, S.C.Elliot, J.I.W.Gatting, C.K.Glasper, A.D.Griffiths, D.Morrison, J.J.Porter

MCC arrived at the lovely Spen Cama Memorial Ground to find a typically excellent track. Both teams agreed to a 50-over affair to reduce the amount of time cricket played by all the league players. MCC lost regular wickets against some good bowling and at 139-7 from 38 overs appeared to be coming up under par. However, Alex Griffiths (37*) and Jack Porter (44*) batted exceptionally well to take the Club to 227 for 7 from the allotted overs. Preston Nomads batted similarly but were held together by Joe Gatting at number 5, who finished on 90*. An injury to one of the MCC bowlers left them a bowler light, but the game went down to the final over, with 20 required from it. A final over of 621164 meant Preston Nomads just won an enthralling match.

Hugo Shephard

v The Forty Club 14th August


MCC (S.Needham 70, M.Joyce 58, B.Trotman 48) 268-6 decThe Forty Club (S.Gerring 61, A. Robertson 47, F.Fox 4-41) 208-8MCC: O.Clayson, G.Bucknall, F.Fox, M.Joyce, T.Lerwill, J.Lindley, S.Needham, B.Thompson, B.Trotman, D.Tuohey, J.While

A thoroughly enjoyable cricket matchtook place at Castle Cary CC, despite almost continuous drizzle for most of the day. The Club was indebted to the XL Club for spending the morning session out in the rain while probationers Shaun Needham and Matthew Joyce scored freely to leave the Club ahead of the game at lunch on 194 for 2. Needham was retired and Joyce instructed to reach his half-century which allowed Ben Trotman a cameo innings of 48 to place the Club on 268 for 6 when the rain actually forced the teams off the field. Andy Robertson of XL Club sustained the reply until probationer Freddie Fox, now finding rhythm and speed of the wicket, induced him to spoon one to Needham in the covers. Entering the final 20 overs needing five more wickets, rain again intervened and twelve overs were lost. Though gallant efforts were made by both sides to obtain a result, the game ended in a draw and Fox, having bowled 21 overs, returned 4 for 81, missing out on both a win and his fifth wicket!

Tim Lerwill

v Finchley CC 15th August


MCC (A.J.Mitchell 118, S.A.Selwood 99) 299-2Finchley CC (A.Sayed 71, J.Whittaker 5-38) 142MCC: A.G.J.Fraser*, B.J.Colbeck, J.F.Cotterell, L.D’Silva, T.Howard, S.R.Kamalia, A.J.Mitchell, R.Pandya, S.A.Selwood, S.Tailor, J.Whittaker

v Hampshire Hogs CC 15th August

MCC won by 8 wickets Toss: Hampshire Hogs CC

Hampshire Hogs CC (W.C.E.Gabb 56*) 235-7 decMCC (H.J.Foster 102*, G.A.Bucknell 101*) 238-2MCC: A.J.T. Halliday*, G.Adolphus, R.W.J.Bruce, G.A.Bucknell, J.D.Bunting, H.Deacon, C.B.R.Duffell, H.J.Foster, J.R.C.Hamblin, A.J.B.Stokes, D.C.Wynne-Griffith

v Mistley CC 16th August


MCC (D.G.Brandy 80) 240 all outMistley CC (M.Bibby 41, C.H.Cooper 5-31) 164 all outMCC: O.P.C.Magnus*, D.G.Brandy, C.H. Cooper, S.B.Cooper, A.J.Douglas, R.J.C.Goodenough, C.P.Harvey, J.A.Lewis, J.S.A.Nicholls, A.Ponder, C.A.Swallow

MCC West South West elected to bat on a sunny morning at Trinity College, Dublin. After negotiating an excellent opening spell by Joe Morrissey, openers Holman and Kilbee settled into their rhythm and constructed a superb partnership of 189 for the first wicket. Kilbee brought up a brilliant century and retired in the 27th over. This sparked a fightback from MCC Ireland, particularly Ben Wylie, who overcame early difficulties to take 3 for 58 and reduce the visitors to 227 for 5. Ireland’s reply started well with openers Rigby (44) and Kennedy (41) putting on 95 for the first wicket. A blistering 63 from Ahmed looked to have put Ireland in control but his departure brought on a collapse and their reply petered out, finishing on 201 all out.

Iain Synnott

MCC Wales v MCC West South West (35 overs) 15th August

MCC Wales won by 9 wickets Toss: MCC West South West

MCC West South West (T.Smith 3-25) 172 all outMCC Wales (H.C.R.Bowles 84*, G.Sullivan 55) 173-1

MCC West South West Team: G.E.Griffiths*, C.D.Gange, N.T.P.George, T.H.C.Hancock, R.J.Holman, T.P.S.Hughes, E.R.Kilbee, A.J.Miles, N.S.S.Pollard, R.W.Swetman, J.R.M.Wakefield

MCC Wales Team: G.Sullivan*, H.C.R.Bowles, H.Carter, J.Davies, G.W.Fisher, R.Owen, M.Preece, M.J.Smart, T.Smith, J.W.Steptoe, A.P.Thomas

Following a closely fought game with MCC Ireland, the MCC West South West team were straight back out on to the pitch to bat first against MCC Wales in what proved to be an extremely long day. The top five all got starts, but were unable to hang around long enough to build a good total. Some good bowling from Matt Smart, James Steptoe and Tony Smith restricted West South West to a below-par total of 172 all out to end day one.

The West South West bowling attack was somewhat below par when the Welsh openers strode to the wicket the following morning. Very few chances were created, and Gareth Sullivan and Harry Bowles put on 127 for the first wicket in double-quick time. The game was wrapped up when Bowles took 35 from one over: following a wide the over proceeded 666646, with some terrific hitting in a nine-wicket win for the Wales side. A fantastic couple of days were rounded off with a formal dinner for the Irish region which all three teams attended, involving some 50 guests. The whole event was brilliantly organised throughout, and much credit is due to Iain Synnott and the Irish lads for their fantastic hospitality.

Gareth Griffiths

MCC Ireland v MCC Wales 14th August

Match abandoned

MCC Ireland Team: I.J.Synnott*, R.W.K.Brown, J.Bushe, A.J.Cowden, A.J.D.Cullen, S.Dutt, J.Kennedy, A.N.Kirkpatrick, D.R.Lucas, A.W.A.McCulla, J.Morrissey, A.M.Synnott, B.A.Wylie

MCC Wales Team: M.J.Smart*, H.C.R.Bowles, H.Carter, J.L.Davies, G.W.Fisher, G. Sullivan, R.Owen, M.Preece M.J. Smart, T. Smith, J.W.Steptoe A.P.Thomas

MCC North East v MCC Scotland (2 days) 14th August

MCC Scotland won by 3 wickets Toss: MCC North East

MCC North East (S.D.Burdett 101*) 261-5 decMCC Scotland (S.D.Burdett 5-30) 181-9 decMCC North East (D.C.Mulholland 41) 176-6 decMCC Scotland (F.W.G.Burnett 67, S.D.Burdett 4-59) 257-7 decMCC North East Team: A.L.T.Kay*, T.S.Bartham, M.N.Burdett, S.D.Burdett, Dr.N.P.Durham, S.Lambert, N.J.Longhurst, M.I.Mortimer, D.C.Mulholland, J.Murphy, J.Wackett

MCC Scotland Team: J.G.A.Frost*, F.G.G.Black, F.W.G.Burnett, R.Flannigan, B.G.Lockie, J.A.M.Kerr, J.J.Newell, N.G.Ninan, R.T.Paxton, M.J.Powell, R.T.Routray

MCC North West v MCC East Midlands 14th August

MCC East Midlands win by 124 runs Toss: MCC North West

MCC East Midlands (M.A.Gouldstone 88, R.A.M.Briscoe 77) 331-7 decMCC North West (L.J.Bedford 59, M.E.Cassar 3-9) 207 all out


continued to play well until he was trapped by Pack’s artful slow left-arm. This brought Longhurst and Jacklin together who then dominated the rest of the game. North East were deserving winners of a fairly one-sided event. The highlight for the East Midlands was Cassar and Butler’s stand and a large lunch – not much else went to plan.

Tim Kirk

v Ribblesdale Cricket League U21s 21st August


MCC 205-9 decRibblesdale Cricket League U21s (N.J.H.Fielden 5-22) 124 all outMCC Team: N.R.Bolton*, L.J.Bedford, M.J.Birks, M.N.Burdett, A.J.Clague, N.J.H.Fielden, D.R.Green, T.Hodson, J.P.Marquet, D.J.Morgan, J.A.Reynard

Shenley Village CC 21st August


MCC (T.Alam 55, T.F.Pettet 55) 275 all outShenley Village CC 155 all outMCC: T.Alam, V.Bhimjiyani, A.E.Clark, J.F.Cotterell, S.R.Kamalia, D.H.Kerry, D.C.Pascoe, T.F.Pettet, L.Samarasinghe, C.F.Sorensen, D.Terblanche

v Ealing Academy 23rd August


MCC (M.Wilkin 130*) 255-5 decEaling Academy (Taz 43) 146 all outMCC: V.Sethi*, A.Ashok, J.T.Corbett, W.T.D.Hanson, J.R.Holmes, R.A.Marshall, K.Newell, J.R.Oldham, M.D.Patel, R.Rao, M.Wilkin

On a fine summer’s afternoon, it was tough going for the Club’s batsmen, considering the overnight rain, but a mixture of watchfulness and counter-attack allowed MCC to reach a highly competitive 255 for 5, having been 80 for 4. Mylo Wilkin took the honours with a superb 130*. Leaving Ealing Academy equivalent overs, they reacted aggressively to the Club’s attacking fields, but were unable to put together a partnership of significance. MCC won by 109 runs, largely due to the seam bowling of James Corbett, Ross Marshall and James Holmes.

Vishal Sethi

v Teddington CC 23rd August

Match drawn Toss: Teddington CC

MCC (V.Yadav 61) 225-6 decTeddington CC (C.E.H.Hopkins 5-38) 82-9 MCC: J.P.T.Knappett*, J.M.Attfield, W.M.Gifford, C.E.H.Hopkins, H.M.Khan, A.W.Laraman, M.P.H.Page, S.Tailor, J.E.Tall, V.Yadav, A.J.L.Wales

v Calmore Sports Club (Centenary) 25th August

Match drawn Toss: Calmore Sports Club

MCC (B.Jeffrey 94, M.A.Jaffer 50, G.G.Warrington 52) 261-7 decCalmore Sports Club (M.Lavelle 80, Johns 57, M.A.Jaffer 4-81) 259-8 MCC: M.G.Miller*, S.Butt, A.J.Donaldson, K.St.J.D.Emery, B.R.Hartman, M.A.Jaffer, B.Jeffrey, S.D.Needham, T.W.Wainwright, G.G.Warrington, A.P.Woodward

MCC lost Needham early on a pitch with some variable bounce, but Ben Jeffrey and Mohammed Ali Jaffer attacked the Calmore bowlers. Jeffrey’s aerial approach continued briefly after lunch until he was caught for a fine 94, whereupon Warrington and Wainwright enabled a declaration on 261-7 off 55 overs. Calmore’s openers were circumspect before tea against the accuracy of Woodward and Donaldson but, as the rate approached six an over, opened up against the change bowlers. Jaffer’s wily off-spin (4 for 81) accounted for Lavelle and Johns and forced the run rate higher. However, with relatively small boundaries, attacking batting from West (32), some innovative shots from Rose (34) and a wonderfully vocal and sizeable home crowd behind them, Calmore edged closer and required eleven runs from the final over with two wickets in hand. Just nine were scored, bringing a very enjoyable day’s cricket and centenary celebration to a close.

Martin Miller

v Stanmore CC 16th August

Match abandoned

MCC: J.R.Fosbraey*, S.J.Bracey, J.I.W.Gatting, J.P.Mills, C.P.Harrison, G.D.Hicks, I.R.Jenkins, B.T.Mooney, D.Morrison, Y.M.Sert, C.A.Smith

v Stapleton CC (150th Anniversary) 18th August

Match drawn

MCC (R.Hardwick 81, M.P.H.Sage 58, G.A.Bucknell 53*) 271-4 decStapleton CC (C.Phillips 128, I.Purchase 44) 247-7MCC: G.E.Griffiths*, J.W.Bachelor, G.A.Bucknell, R.Hardwick, A.C.L.James, W.Kylander, A.J.Mead, D.J.Rowe, M.P.H.Sage, A.P.Thomas J.R.M.Wakefield

Stapleton pulled out all the stops in welcoming MCC for this 150th anniversary match. On a wet and green wicket, Mark Sage and probationer Ralph Hardwick put on 151 for the first wicket. After a 30-minute rain break, Guy Bucknell (53*) and Wayne Kylander (29) continued where they had left off, enabling a declaration on 271 for 4. In reply, probationer Andrew James and Jamie Wakefield both bowled outstanding spells without luck, consistently beating the bat. Another probationer, Andy Mead, then took over with more of the same, and with Wayne Kylander, this proved to be a very fine seam attack. It was not enough, however, to dislodge Chris Phillips who scored a classy 128*, though only Ian Purchase was able to hang around long enough to bring Stapleton close, even with some very generous bowling and attacking fields. The hosts finished on 247 for 7 without really making much effort to win the game, happy to walk away with honours shared.

Gareth Griffiths

v England Deaf 19th August


MCC (E.Anderson 86, Dixon 3-21) 233 all outEngland Deaf (M.Weatherby 66, D.S.Culbard 4-37) 222 all outMCC: J.F.G.While*, D.J.Adams, E.Anderson, R.A.M.Briscoe, S.T.Corbett, D.S.Culbard, B.T.Mooney, D.A.Lees, D.Manning, P.D.C.Wise, W.F.Wright

v Sandwich Town CC 19th August


MCC (J.S.Masters 85*) 216-9 decSandwich Town CC (D.Scoggins 45) 172 all outMCC: S.Salisbury*, J.W.Cramp, M.J.H.Drew, A.I.Giles, W.T.D.Hanson, C.E.H.Hopkins, C.A.R.MacLeod, J.J.McLean, J.S.Masters, D.K.Patching, H.E.Smallwood

MCC East Midlands v MCC North East 21st August

MCC North East won by 8 wickets Toss: MCC East Midlands

MCC East Midlands (M.E.Cassar 76, W.Butler 53, R.J.Barlow 4-49) 216-8 decMCC North East (N.J.Longhurst 101*, T.D.Jacklin 62*) 217-2 MCC East Midlands Team: T.Kirk*, D.J.Adams, R.Bolstridge, W.Butler, M.E.Cassar, S.J.Childs, J.Colton, M.J.Deane, M.I.Langford, R.J.Pack, R.E.Walker

MCC North East Team: J.C.Henderson*, G.W.Batty, R.J.Barlow, M.R.Dixon, A.J.Ellis, T.D.Jacklin, N.J.Longhurst, M.I.Mortimore, G.E.Rounthwaite, J.R.P.Smailes, A.Twigg

Having won the toss, MCC East Midlands lost Colton for only 4. This paved the way for Cassar and Butler to set about the MCC North East attack. The pair dominated the next hour, adding just short of 100 before Cassar fell to Barlow for a hard-hitting 76. Butler added another 30 runs in quick time to take him past his half-century, before also falling to spin – Jacklin’s turn this time. Their stand was the only time the East Midlands were ahead in the game. Just prior to and after lunch they lost six wickets for ten runs, and it was hard to recover from that when trying to set a total. Deane and Childs added 49 for the ninth wicket and a declaration was made at 216 for 8. Outstanding figures of 4 for 49 for Barlow and great control by Jacklin taking 2 for 18 were the highlights in a good bowling performance for the North East.

Ellis and Twigg made a solid start to the North East’s innings, punishing anything loose until Ellis chased a wide half-volley and was “juggled” by Cassar at slip who eventually hung on to the catch. Twigg


v The Gentlemen of Essex CC 30th August


MCC (M.A.Kay 60, Joseph Buttleman 57) 199 all outThe Gentlemen of Essex CC (K.Dale 51, J.I.W.Gatting 4-57) 200-9MCC: J.E.R.Gallian*, N.Batcheler, C.F.Sorensen, Joseph Buttleman, Jack Buttleman, J.I.W.Gatting, N.R.Gladwin, M.A.Kay, C.S.Knightly, L.C.Paternott, J.A.Wells

Despite a disappointing start to the day, being 34 for 5 on a good batting wicket, MCC managed to get to a resonable total of 199. This was down to a good partnership between M.A. Kay and Joseph Buttleman. In reply, the Gentlemen of Essex also succumbed to the pressure of chasing, with a good fielding and tight bowling performance led by Gatting’s 4 for 57. Having the opposition 179 for 9 it was unfortunate that MCC could not take the final wicket and lost what turned out to be an exciting game.

Jason Gallian

v Grange CC 8th September


MCC (A.M.G.Brock 3-21, T.B.Sole 3-10) 109 all outGrange (H.G.Munsey 41) 112-2MCC: P.W.B.Flockhart*, F.G.G.Black, C.R.Briggs, C.D.Burrill, S.J.Davidson J.G.A.Frost, D.W.Hodge, R.M.S.Legget, B.G.Lockie, N.J.Peet, E.G.E.Stubbs

v Cross Arrows CC 26th September


MCC (G.R.Thurstance 95) 248 all outCross Arrows CC (T.Percival 46) 202 all outMCC: N.G.Hurst*, I.J.Bates, M.Dayal, G.Evans, K.A.Lock, E.J.A.Lowe, S.K.MacLennan, C.F.Sorensen, G.R.Thurstance, T.P.C.Philp, V.Yadav

MCC took on Cross Arrows at Lord’s in the annual September fixture. The weather gods had been kind as autumnal sunshine baked down on the Nursery Ground, which looked as resplendent as ever. MCC elected to bat and openers Ed Lowe and Scott MacLennan made a good start, reaching 55 without loss at the ten-over mark. At this point, Cross Arrows’ spinners came to the fore, picking up wickets and slowing the run rate down considerably, to the extent that at the twenty-over halfway point, the score had slowed to 75 for 3. Enter George Thurstance who, after a considered start, went on to play what proved to be the match-winning innings of 95 with a very high strike rate. As his partners came and went in search of quick runs he was caught in the deep just shy of a century. It was felt that 248 was perhaps under par on a small ground. In reply, Cross Arrows scored steadily throughout, but lost wickets at crucial times. Vibhor Yadav bowled a brisk opening spell, picking up two wickets. He was then replaced by Mudit Dayal, a young leg-spinner who bowled beautifully to take 1 for 40, and that man Thurstance (2 for 26). With Cross Arrows batting all the way down, the balance of the game ebbed and flowed but wickets from Tom Philp and Iain Bates (including a very smart stumping from Kerry Lock) meant that MCC ran out winners by 48 runs.

Neil Hurst

v Norwich CC 25th AugustMCC won by 16 runs Toss: MCC

MCC (J.C.D.Riches 51*) 215-6 decNorwich CC (C.Sutton 98, P.D.E.Wiseman 5-64) 199 all outMCC: M.R.Tipping*, K.A.O.Barrett, C.J.Binnie, P.J.Free, R.J.C.Goodenough, O.T.Higenbottam, J.S.A.Nicholls, O.T.Pike, J.C.D.Riches, M.J.Sheeran, P.D.E.Wiseman

v Windsor CC 25th August


MCC (J.G.Stevens 49) 181-9 decWindsor CC (W.Nicholls 43) 174 all outMCC: O.J.Clayson*, E.E.Brock, S.R.A.Cheetham, I.M.Crosby, G.E.Fisher, B.T.Mooney, S.A.Musk, S.M.Parsons, J.R.Perkins, A.W.Pollock, J.G.Stevens

v Datchet CC (Centenary) 26th AugustMCC won by 44 runs Toss: MCC

MCC (J.G.Stevens 80) 202-5 decDatchett CC 158 all outMCC: M.J.Eyles*, D.J.Colquhoun, I.M.Crosby, G.M.Harper, R.P.Lane, S.G.Lynch, K.Newell, S.M.Parsons, J.G.Stevens, S.S.Rogers, S.S.Patel

v Radlett CC 26th AugustMCC lost by 9 wickets Toss: MCC

MCC (W.D.B.Philips 48, J.I.W.Gatting 47) 202-9 decRadlett CC (F.Crawford 108, J.J.McLean 61) 205-1 MCC: M.R.Evans*, L.Casey, B.J.Collins, G.J.Dill, F.G.Fox, J.I.W.Gatting, E.P.H.Jones, S.A.Musk, J.P.L.Oram, O.T.Pike, W.D.B.Philips

v Nidderdale Amateur Cricket League 28th AugustMCC lost by 3 wickets Toss: MCC

MCC 193 all outNidderdale Amateur Cricket League (J.Bryant 59) 197-7MCC: R.W.G.Ross*, R.Bolstridge, J.W.Bowett, T.Hodson, R.C.Kitzinger, D.C.Mulholland, J.R.P.Smailes, H.E.Smallwood, A.J.Syddall, M.P.Syddall, R.M.Wilkinson

v Bromley CC 30th AugustMCC lost by 7 wickets Toss: MCC

MCC (C.R.G.Vernon 68, C.A.Barrett 65*) 228-8 decBromley (M.Barbosa 108, A.Wright 81*, T.H.Kopelman 3-41) 230-3MCC: K. Pearson*, C.A.Barrett, L.A.Blackaby, L.P.Burns, W.T.D.Hanson, B.A.Jeffery, I.R.Jenkins, T.H.Kopelman, B.O.Leale-Green, D.H.Stickels, C.R.G.Vernon

MCC were warmly received at Bromley CC and invited to bat in scorching conditions. The Club found progress difficult against a well drilled attack and only Vernon and Barrett made sizeable contributions to the declaration total of 228 for 8. This total soon appeared meagre, as Wright and Barbosa compiled a scintilating partnership of 160 to take the game away from MCC by seven wickets. Only Kopelman was able to trouble a strong Bromley line-up.

Steve Salisbury

MCC’S SLIP CORDON POISED FOR VICTORY AT WINDSOR

WO M E N ’ S I N D E X

A Army 9 July

B Buckinghamshire 28 May

C Cambridge University WCC 10 JuneCheshire League XI (45 overs) 23 AugustClub Cricket Conference 15 AugustCombined Services Women 14 AugustCranleigh School (20 overs) 28 June

D Devon (45 overs) 23 August

E Exeter University WCC 17 May

H Horsham Ladies 6 August

J Japan Women (50 overs) 29 April

K King’s College (20 overs) 10 May

L Lancashire League XI 22 AugustLeeds/Bradford MCCU (50 overs) 22 AprilLord Wandsworth College (20 overs) 12 JuneLoughborough MCCU 20 May

M MCC Young Cricketers 1 MayMCC Young Cricketers (2 days) 11 SeptemberMiddlesex 30 JulyMillfield School 3 MayMistley CC 20 August

O Oxford University WCC 13 May

R RAF WCC 12 JulyRoyal Navy WCC 11 July

S Scottish Student’s XI 5 MayScottish Student’s XI 6 MayStaffordshire Juniors 21 MaySurrey (50 overs) 26 June

W Wales 21 June

Marylebone Maidens v Lord’s Ladies 28 September

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v Leeds/Bradford MCCU (50 overs) 22nd AprilMCC won by 84 runs Toss:MCC

MCC: (D.N.Wyatt 80, T.T.Beaumont 102) 280-5Leeds/Bradford MCCU: (B.MacGregor 55) 196-7MCC: B.Nicholson*, T.T.Beaumont, S.Butler, E.Jones, L.Malkin, S.E.McCann, N.T.Miles, S.J.Taylor, D.N.Wyatt

v Japan Women (50 overs) 29th AprilMCC won by 71 runs Toss: MCC

MCC (E.J.Rainford-Brent 57, E.A.Beamish 62, C.M.McNeil 68*) 247-3Japan Women (M.Yamamoto 86, J.R.Wilmot 4-39) 176 all outMCC: S.C.Taylor*, C.M.G.Atkins, G.Atkins, S.Bi, E.A.Beamish, C.M.McNeill, B.C.Moorcraft, K.Price, E.J.Rainford-Brent, S.D.Williams, J.D.Wilmot

MCC lost the toss and were inserted on what proved to be an excellent April wicket. Price and Rainford-Brent, with other 50 international caps between then, put on 74 in good time. Rainford-Brent brought up her half-century with some lovely shots through the covers. Beamish (62) and McNeill (68*) continued to punish any poor bowling – their partnership also featuring some good running between the wickets. In reply to MCC’s 247 for 3, the Japanese women were dismissed for 176 in 41 overs. Opener Yamamoto (86) was last to fall after playing a well-paced innings full of cover drives. Thompson and Moorcraft bowled well with the new pink ball and Atkins pickup up a brace of wickets in the middle stages, it was Wilmot who shone, with 4 for 39.

Moira Comfort

v MCC Young Cricketers 1st May MCC lost by 172 runs Toss:MCC

MCC Young Cricketers (A.Jones 153*, B.Nicholson 3-47) 267-7MCC (M.Jones 4-13, D.N.Wyatt 3-20) 252 all out

MCC: B.Nicholson*, A.D.Carr, M.J.Comfort, G.Hennessey, E.Inglis, E.Jones, J.Laycock, A.J.MacLeod, N.T.Miles, A.M.Rogers, J.E.Titmuss

v Millfield School 3rd May


MCC (E.M.A.Godman 72*) 202-2 decMillfield School (J.R.Wilmot 5-10) 118 all out

MCC: J.L.Godman*, P.Black, E.M.A.Godman, I.Imlach, R.Patel, K.Rose, L.Szczepanski, S.C.Taylor, H.Thompson, I.Williams, J.R.Wilmot

MCC batted first on a dry but slightly chilly day, with openers Thompson and Patel creating a good platform for the innings. Former Somerset age-group player and Millfield captain Sophia Westbury took out Thompson’s leg stump when she was on 29 and Patel continued hitting the ball well, before by caught, for 33, by a diving effort at short cover, off the dominant Westbury. Emma Godman (73*) and Somerset 14-year-old Karla Rose (27*) then laid into the Millfield bowling, playing lovely attacking shots to enable the Club to declare on 203 for 2. The Millfield girls set off at a great pace, with Westbury punishing the bad ball, and the school soon put on 50 runs at a rate of six per over. At this point, a change of bowling, with the off-spin of Szczepanski at one end and the left-arm orthodox spin of Wilmot at the other, slowed the pace of the game and Westbury (37) eventually fell to a diving catch at cover from Rose. Wilmot’s bowling proved too much for the middle order and she ended up with four wickets, including two stumpings by Taylor. Millfield became a little tentative in taking runs, but the tail certainly wagged when Rapp came to the crease. Showing a good eye and plenty of aggression, she moved the score on, but she too succumbed, being trapped LBW for 20 by Patel. The school tried for the draw but were all out with just two over remaining.

Jan Godman

v Scottish Student’s XI 5th May

Match cancelled

v Scottish Student’s XI 6th May

Match cancelled

v King’s College (20 overs) 10th May

MCC won by 18 runs Toss:MCC

MCC 129-5King’s College 111-8MCC: J.L.Godman*, C.Atkins, F.J.Broderick, E.M.A.Godman, J.Head, R.Patel, N.Richards, B.Sellick, C.Smaill, H.Thompson, R.Patel

v Oxford University WCC 13th May

MCC lost by 7 wickets Toss:MCC

MCC 150-9Oxford University WCC (E.Beaumont 75) 153-3MCC: C.L.Ross*, L.A.Aldred , K.Baluch, E.A.Beamish, V.L.Clarkson, S.Dixon, C.Jones, S.S.Khan, D.Lavender, C.M.McNeill, A.F.Straker-Nesbit

WO M E N ’ S O U T- M ATC H E S

AMY JONES COMPILED A SUPERB 153* FOR MCC YOUNG CRICKETERS

A PINK BALL WAS USED FOR THE MATCH AGAINST JAPAN


v Exeter University WCC 17th May


MCC (J.A.Kitzinger 63) 188 all outExeter University WCC (J.R.Wilmot 4-31) 120 all outMCC: C.M.G.Atkins*, G.E.F.Adcock, E.A.Beamish, H.Hands, J.Hawker, E.Kings, J.A.Kitzinger, T.Male, R.B.Patel, J.R.Wilmot

The Club posted a respectable total of 188 in a 40-over match at Topsham. The best partnership of the day was between Kitzinger (63) and Beamish (39), who combined canny manipulation of the field with good running between the wickets. The target soon looked too much for Exeter University as new ball bowler Jude Wilmot took 4 for 31 with her left-arm spin.

Caroline Atkins

v Loughborough MCCU 20th May

Match abandoned Toss:MCC

MCC 157-7Loughborough MCCU 0-1MCC: D.L.Warren*, C.Dalton, R.Donnoghue, H.Gradwell, E.Ingles, A.J.Macleod, N.T.Miles, A.Rogers, L.Smith

v Staffordshire Juniors 21st May

Match abandoned

v Buckinghamshire 28th May

Match abandoned

v Cambridge University WCC 10th June


Cambridge University WCC (D.Lavender 4-2) 42 all outMCC 43-2MCC: E.R.Wild*, S.Benson, S.Bi, L.C.Boorman, S.Dixon, R.Graham, L.G.Horitz, D.Lavender, C.M.McNeill, C.L.Ross

Lord Wandsworth College (20 overs) 12th June


Lord Wandsworth College 85-5MCC 86-5MCC: S.D.Williams*, R.E.Bailey, E.A.Beamish, K.E.Berry, F.J.Broderick, A.Bruce, A.Cram, S.L.Cray, C.M.Maccullum, R.B.Patel, M.Smith

v Wales 21st June


MCC (J.L.Godman 108) 183-9Wales (R.Struthers 54, J.Wilmot 5-20) 151 all outMCC: C.Rogers*, G.E.F.Adcock, V.L.Clarkson, M.J.Comfort, E.M.A.Godman, J.L.Godman, S.Luff, L.Szczepanski, B.R.Sellick, B.Williams

v Surrey (50 overs) 26th June


Surrey 135-8MCC (S.Clarke 4-33) 139-5MCC: I.M.G.Westbury*, E.D.Burton, A.F.Carter, S.Dixon, G.Hill, E.K.Hubbard, R.R.Lakhtaria, A.Potgieter, C.I.E.Ramsey, A.M.Rogers, S.Westbury

Oxshott was the charming setting for this match against a Surrey side which was preparing for an important match the following weekend in a fight for survival in the LV County Championship Division One. For this reason it was decided to replicate the playing conditions from that competition as far as was possible, meaning that a 50-over match took place and MCC, having won the toss, elected to field first on a damp pitch. The Club used six bowlers in all, who kept to a tidy line to restrict Surrey’s score to just 135 for 8. Rogers took three wickets at a very economical rate and Sophia Westbury, making her MCC debut, took a

pair of wickets, including one in her first over. MCC’s openers set off at a slow and steady start and settled in nicely to build a solid foundation for the rest of the innings. The middle order had a bit of a hit and a fair few fell victim to the tempting flight of the spinners but the Club eventually sailed smoothly across the finish line with overs and wickets to spare.

Isabelle Westbury

v Cranleigh School (20 overs) 28th June


MCC (S.Price 51) 113-3Cranleigh School 71-9 MCC: M.Smith*, R.E.Bailey, K.E.Berry, A.M.Bruce, S.L.Dixon, J.L.Godman, R.R.Lakhtaria, L.A.Lawrence, S.A.Price, S.D.Williams

MCC elected to bat on a ground that was still a bit wet following a rain shower earlier in the day. The match was reduced to 20 overs per side and Ali Bruce and Sian Price put on 49 for the opening stand. Price was later joined by Steph Williams and then Sally Dixon, as she compiled a half-century on her return to MCC cricket following a two-year hiatus. Mandy Gowland and Jan Godman opened the bowling for the Club as the Cranleigh girls struggled a little to build partnerships. Vincent top-scored with 32, her teammates chipping in with a few runs, as Cranleigh fell 42 runs short of the total.

Marilyn Smith

v Army 9th July


MCC (A.Gowland 50) 188-7Army 129 all outMCC: K.E.Berry*, L.Aldred, R.Bellamy, F.C.J.Bennett, K.Burress Gould , V.L.Clarkson, A.De Grey, A.J.Gowland, E.K.Hubbard, R.R. Lakhtaria, D.L.Warren

v Royal Navy WCC 11th July


MCC (N.Richards 71*) 217-7Royal Navy WCC: 95 all outMCC: J.R.Wilmot*, K.E.Berry, S.Bi, A.M.Bruce, A.Cram, S.L.Cray, L.G.Horitz, M.Richards, N.Richards,

Royal Navy WCC requested a 40-over game as preparation for the following week’s Inter-Services Tournament. MCC complied and soon found scoring quite difficult against some variable bowling and excellent fielding. The Royal Navy side was let down by the number of wides bowled – 61 in total – and without these the result would have been much closer. Nicole Richards batted excellently for her 71*. The Royal Navy Ladies scored slowly due to inexperience against the Club’s all-spin attack and despite the difference in scores, it was a useful lesson for the home side.

Jude Wilmot

v RAF WCC 12th July


MCC (A.J.Gowland 55, C.M.McNeill 101) 310-4RAF WCC 101 all outMCC: K.E.Berry*, E.D.Burton, A.J.Gowland, E.K.Hubbard, R.R.Lakhtaria, C.M. McCallum, C.M.McNeill, K.Price, E.Starr, D.L.Warren, S.D.Williams

v Middlesex 30th July

Match abandoned

v Horsham Ladies 6th August


MCC: (I.M.G.Westbury 97) 232-4Horsham Ladies: (F.C.J.Bennett 4-6) 148 all outMCC: A.M.Bruce*, F.C.J.Bennett, E.D.Burton, A.F.Carter, V.L.Clarkson, S.L.Dixon, E.L.Hubbard, C.M.McNeill, R.R.Lakhtaria, I.M.G.Westbury, J.R.Wilmot


v Combined Services Women 14th August


Combined Services Women 160 all outMCC (R.R.Lakhtaria 77*) 164-4MCC: S.E.Goodden*, R.Bellamy, P.J.Black, E.V.Elsom, A.J.Gowland, E.K.Hubbard, R.R.Lakhtaria, C.Ramsay, N.Richards, H.J.Thompson, J.R.Wilmot

The day started in overcast and muggy conditions and MCC, having elected to field first, got off to a tight start. The fall of the first wicket brought Combined Services player (and MCC Member) Amanda Potgieter to the crease and she scored 41 quick runs before succumbing to a full and straight delivery from Nicole Richards. With Potgieter gone, MCC tightened the screw with some excellent bowling from Hannah Thompson, Elysa Hubbard, Rachel Bellamy and Jude Wilmot. Some sharp stumpings from Sinead Goodden and a few run outs meant that the home side set a target of 161. MCC cruised to victory with three overs to spare, led by a solid innings from Raveena Lakhtaria (77*) and useful contributions from Elsom and Bellamy.

Sinead Goodden

v Club Cricket Conference 15th August


MCC (S.Redfearn 92) 177-6decClub Cricket Conference (S.Dunkley 107*) 178-5MCC: S.E.Goodden*, R.Bellamy, P.J.Black, E.V.Elsom, A.J.Gowland, E.K.Hubbard, R.R.Lakhtaria, C.M.MacCallum, S.Redfern, H.J.Thompson, J.R.Wilmot

Sue Redfern anchored MCC’s batting with a good score of 92 and was well supported by a useful 34 from Emma Elsom, enabling the Club to post a total of 177 for 6, which was felt would be good enough. However, 15-year-old Sophie Dunkley batted through the Club Cricket Conference’s innings for an unbeaten and classy century to secure victory in the final over of a very tight match.

Sinead Goodden

v Mistley CC 20th August


MCC (E.V.Elsom 58*) 186-3 decMistley CC (K.Toleman 90*) 188-4

MCC: E.R.Wild*, R.E.Bailey, L.C.Boorman, E.D.Burton, A.F.Carter, M.J.Comfort, B.Culver, E.V.Elsom, S.E.Goodden, A.Rogers

v Lancashire League XI 22nd August


MCC (C.M.McNeill 58*) 181-5 decLancashire League XI 122 all outMCC: J.A.Kitzinger*, N.Ahmed, A.Bi, S.Bi, K.L.Coppack, C.M.McNeill, S.E.McCann, R.Rodighiero, G.Spragg, S.Sutcliffe, M.Zahoor

v Cheshire League XI (45 overs) 23rd AugustMCC won by 24 runs Toss: MCC

MCC (E.Jones 71) 200-5Cheshire League XI (S.Ahmed 59) 176 all outMCC: J.Laycock*, K.L.Coppack, J.Couser, S.Connor, B.Doshi, E.Jones, R.R.Lakhtaria, N.Lyons, C.M.McNeil, S.Sutcliffe, H.Tilley

v Devon (45 overs) 23rd AugustMCC lost by 5 wickets Toss: MCC

MCC 164-8Devon (L.Harris 50, A.Kerry) 165-5MCC: J.L.Godman*, G.E.F.Adcock, E.M.A.Godman, E.Knight, R.R.Lakhtaria, P.Male, B.Nicholson, C.I.E.Ramsay, L.Szczepanski, S.C.Taylor, J.R.Wilmot

On a lovely sunny date at the seaside, MCC elected to bat on a slightly green but very hard, dry wicket. Somerset Under-19 opener Georgina Adcock partnered the extremely experienced former England cricketer Claire Taylor and in spite of good bowling from Devon, they made a reasonable start; if the ball got through the Devon ring, it sped straight to the boundary. With a change in bowling came the fall of Adcock’s wicket, holing out to the safe hands of O’Keefe off the bowling of Alex MacDonald. Another wicket followed soon after, again MacDonald proving very effective. Szczepanski and Taylor shared a 50-run partnership before both lost their wickets – Taylor three short of her half-century. The athletic Raveena Lakhtaria and Claire Ramsay later added a few more scampered runs in a stand of 40, enabling MCC to declare at 164 for 8. Seamer Trish Male opened the bowling for MCC, bowling tight lines in tandem with the evergreen Jude Wilmot and her teasing left-arm “tweakers.” Wilmot tormented the young Devon openers with her flighted deliveries but they kept their cool until Varcoe hit one straight into the hands of square leg with the score on 35. Lydia Harris was then accompanied by fellow Under-17 teammate, Ally Kelly and both youngsters proved worthy opponents of the heavily spin-laden attack, each reaching a half-century before retiring. Runs dried up a bit but wickets likewise proved hard to come by and although MCC made a couple more dismissals, the depth of Devon’s batting proved too strong and MacDonald finished a great day by knocking off the final runs as Devon won by five wickets.

Jan Godman

v MCC Young Cricketers 11th SeptemberMCC won by 48 runs Toss:MCC

MCC (D.R.Cooper 68, A.F.Carr 71) 204 all outMCC Young Cricketers ( L.Winfield 64, A.J.MacLeod 4-21,

G.J.Gibbs 3-44) 252 all outMCC: N.T.Miles*, A.D.Carr, D.R.Cooper, D.V.Gardner, G.J.Gibbs, G.L.Holmes, E.K.Hubbard, E.Jones, A.J.MacLeod, R.R.Lakhtaria, F.C.Wilson_

On what was a belter of a track to bat on at Uxbridge, MCC won the toss and elected to bat first. Having lost one of our openers early on, Fran Wilson and Natasha Miles looked to build foundations and set the innings up. After getting us to a hard fought 50, both were out in quick succession and a couple wickets fell quickly with some controlled bowling from Izi Noakes and Natalie Sciver. However, an outstanding fifth wicket partnership between Deanna Cooper and Amara Carr guided MCC to 200 before both departed for well-deserved half centuries each (68 & 71 respectively). After posting a total of 252, the Young Cricketers got off to a great start finishing the first day on 32 for the loss of one wicket. With rain overnight the match was reduced to an innings a side and the YC’s continued steadily on Day 2 until losing their opener Lauren Winfield on 64 after being bowled by Grace Gibbs; who bowled an excellent spell finishing with figures of 15-5-44-3. The Young Cricketer’s all got off to good starts but Alice Macleod, who was named Man of the Match, caused problems getting both turn and bounce picking up four wickets for only 21 runs in her 14 overs as the YC’s fell short of the total by 50 runs.

Natasha Miles

Lord’s Ladies v Marylebone Maidens (45 overs) 28th SeptemberMarylebone Maidens won by 8 wickets Toss: Lord’s Ladies

Lord’s Ladies (R.B.Patel 73, C.M.McNeill 71*) 215-3Marylebone Maidens (A.Potgieter 84*, I.M.G.Westbury 105) 219-2

Lord’s Ladies: A.Bruce*, J.L.Godman, S.E.Goodden, E.K.Hubbard, C.Jones, R.R.Lakhtaria, L.A.Lawrence, C.M.McNeill, R.B.Patel, N.Richards, J.R.WilmotMarylebone Maidens: S.D.Williams*, E.D.Burton, M.J.Comfort, S.Dixon, E.V.Elsom, M.Gowland, B.C.Moorcraft, A.Potgieter, K.Price, M.Smith, I.M.G.Westbury

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