Matching Green Cricket Club News story


Youngest ever Matching Green XI??

24 Aug 2020

The average age of our XI away to Springfield yesterday was less than 21. We think that's probably the youngest ever team to play a senior game for us.

On a flat track, we amassed a remarkable 282 for 6 in our 35 overs. Sam Figg, captain for the day, hit a solid 71 before retiring. But the star performer was Olly Hartnell with the second century of his burgeoning career. Olly also retired 100 not out.

With a huge target to chase, Springfield struggled to keep up with the required rate and soon began loosing wickets. Max Smith with 4 for 16 in his 6 overs was the most successful bowler. Joe Scanlon (1) and Charlie Bennett (20 picked up the others as Springfield ended their 35 overs with 158 for 7.