Nerrena’s convincing win over Town

C Grade, Division 1

LEONGATHA Town batted first after winning the toss but struggled to capitalise on a strong start from Sakthy Vs (38) and Ray Edwards (19). Christos Marinou (3/13) bowled with precision, dismantling the middle order, while Chris Williams added 2/7. Town was bowled out for 114 in 29.1 overs.

Nerrena’s chase began cautiously but was powered by Captain Brian Gannon’s commanding 63 off 58 balls. Despite losing a few early wickets, the partnership between Cohen Harrison (16 not out) and Cameron Baudinette (8 not out) guided Nerrena to 3/115 in just 22 overs, securing a seven-wicket victory.

OMK dominates in low-scoring clash

PHILLIP Island elected to bat first after winning the toss but struggled against OMK’s disciplined bowling. 

Toby Nicholas was the standout, taking 4/18 in a devastating seven-over spell. Supported by Russ White (1/5), Owen Fitzpatrick (2/20) and Justin Greenwood (2/14), Phillip Island was restricted to just 67 from 25 overs. No batter managed to score more than 15.

OMK’s chase wasn’t without hiccups, as Thimira Senanayaka (3/16) claimed three quick wickets. However, Liam Bourke (22) and Mitchell Nicholas (24) steadied the innings with aggressive strokes.

OMK reached the target with five wickets down, sealing a comfortable victory.

Burra clinches tight victory

KORUMBURRA batted first after Wonthaggi Club won the toss and elected to bowl. Despite an early wicket, Korumburra’s innings was anchored by a stellar performance from their fill-in batter, who scored 94 off just 68 balls, including 10 boundaries and four sixes. 

Contributions from Darren Scott (16 off 21), Patrick Beadel (19 off 33) and Liam Dole (19 off 31) provided stability, but a flurry of wickets late in the innings meant Korumburra finished on 8/179 from 35 overs. Wonthaggi Club’s Sam Liddle (3/25) and Justin Licis (3/30) bowled superbly, keeping the target within reach.

In reply, Wonthaggi struggled to build partnerships. Bryce Riddell (2/31) struck early, while Owen Maskell’s excellent 3/26 ensured consistent breakthroughs. Contributions from Chris Fraser (29) and a quick 39 from a fill-in batter gave Wonthaggi some hope, but they fell short, bowled out for 167 in the final over. Korumburra secured a hard-fought 12-run win.

Kilcunda-Bass  had the bye.

C Grade, Division 2

One-sided affair for sharks

PHILLIP Island cruised to a dominant 159-run victory over Outtrim Moyarra Kongwak, showcasing brilliance with both bat and ball in their 35-over clash.

Batting first, the sharks posted a daunting 2/236. 

Peter Francis led the charge with an unbeaten 81 not out, supported by Michael Cleary’s explosive 70 not out and Steven Niven’s steady 51. OMK bowlers struggled to make inroads, with only Harry Greenwood (1/28) and Ryan Wyatt (1/27) breaking through.

In reply, OMK’s batting lineup crumbled under relentless pressure from Phillip Island’s bowlers. Jai Kleverkamp was unplayable, claiming incredible figures of 4/1 from seven overs, including a stunning three-wicket maiden. Sonny McMillan (2/28) and Sachin Sirirathnage (2/10) also delivered key contributions. OMK managed just 77 runs in 31 overs, with Ryan Wyatt’s 22 not out providing the only resistance.

The match saw superb fielding from Wade Paterson, who was involved in a run-out and a catch, sealing a comprehensive victory for Phillip Island.

Cougars overpower Glen Alvie

KOONWARRA Leongatha RSL secured an emphatic 86-run win over Glen Alvie in their 35-over encounter. 

Batting first, Koonwarra-L/RSL compiled an imposing total of 6/234, led by Nigel Grimes’ composed 46 off 48 balls. Vice-Captain Glenn Boxall blasted 38 off just 25, while Tom Collins (41) and Glenn Matthies (40) added crucial middle-order runs. Despite a strong effort from Glen Alvie’s Grace Luff (1/12) and Cooper Stewart (1/17), the total proved too steep to chase.

Glen Alvie’s reply struggled for momentum despite a valiant unbeaten 82 from Captain Ian Thorn. Thorn’s innings lacked support, with the next highest contribution coming from Owen Luff’s 17 not out. Shane Paterson delivered a standout performance with the ball for Koonwarra, taking 3/28, while Isuru Godage’s 2/19 kept the opposition in check. Dylan Hanily and Nigel Grimes supported in the field, taking key catches as Glen Alvie finished at 7/148 after 35 overs.

Inverloch Triumphs in 35-over clash

INVERLOCH secured a convincing six-wicket victory over Meeniyan Dumbalk United after successfully chasing 178 in a thrilling 35-over match.

MDU, batting first after Inverloch opted to bowl, posted 7/178. Gary Webster was the standout, scoring 70 off 76 balls with 12 boundaries. 

Captain Dale Thomas added 26, but the rest of the lineup faltered against a disciplined bowling attack. Cameron Butler shone for Inverloch, claiming 3/42 in his seven overs, while Aedan Parker (2/26) and Wayne Chapman (1/14) provided crucial breakthroughs.

Chasing 179, Inverloch recovered from the early loss of Jordon Foote for a duck. Cameron Butler anchored the innings with a composed 55 off 93 balls, supported by Wayne Chapman’s 38. The game turned with a blistering unbeaten 52 off 33 balls by a private player, who sealed the win in style alongside Isaac Richardson (11*). Inverloch reached 4/184 in 32.5 overs.

Stephen Riley (1/20) was the pick of the bowlers for Meeniyan Dumbalk United, but their efforts weren’t enough to contain Inverloch’s batting lineup.

Nyora had the bye.