| Peartree were the clear league leaders and it would take a great
team performance to turn them over. They had some key players and the
challenge was set when they were put into bat. Full of confidence the captain
promised it was the right decision and that would not be chasing 250 after
tea. Who elected the captain? I Agha added another hundred to his season
tally and when the 2nd wicket did not fall until the score was 188, the
writing was on the wall. Burridge had a good number of youngsters who bowled
well and showed good spirit. Burridge made a steady start but could not match
the scoring rate of Peartree. It was going to be a day of personal
performances. John scored steadily but fell just short of his 50. Pete was
finding his own pace and looked in total control. He appeared focused and
somehow inspired. While other wickets fell around him, Pete carried his bat
finishing 52 not out. The result was quite inevitable but it was a very
encouraging performance and surprisingly enjoyable despite the loss |
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