Church Eaton CC 2nd XI were left devastated after a heroic bowling display fell just short, as Stone SP CC 4th XI snatched victory by 1 wicket in a gripping, last-over finish.

Church Eaton Innings – 116 all out
After choosing to bat, Church Eaton made a steady start, with Jack Leah (28) anchoring the innings and Zeekhir d Hainf (16) adding early momentum.
But just as the platform was set at 45 without loss, the innings unraveled.

A flurry of wickets saw Church Eaton slip to 59/4, and despite a determined effort from James Peasley (14), they were eventually bowled out for 116.

With 33 extras boosting the total, it was clear more runs were left out in the middle.

A Fightback to Remember
What followed was nothing short of extraordinary.
Church Eaton’s bowlers came out firing, turning a modest total into a fiercely defended target.

Elliot Robinson (3-38) led the charge
Wesley Ward (2-19) kept the pressure on
Mike Trayte (3-1) produced a sensational late burst
Wickets fell steadily, tension rising with every over.

Stone SP stumbled, then collapsed, and suddenly the unthinkable was within reach.

At 116/9, the scores were level. One wicket stood between Church Eaton and a remarkable victory.

The Cruellest Ending
With the field up and the pressure immense, Church Eaton pushed for the final breakthrough — but it never came.
Stone SP scrambled the winning run, sealing victory with their last pair and breaking Church Eaton hearts in the process.

A match that had everything — collapse, fightback, and late drama — but ultimately one that will linger as a “what if” for Church Eaton after a truly valiant effort.

Notably 2 second team Debuts Jack Donnelley 10 runs and a fine wicket keeping performance and Wesley Ward contributed with 2 wickets.