There was no joy for our Sydney 4th, who were held off by Bankstown 4th on Saturday.
Bankstown 4th batted first and put 8/251 on the board from 44 overs. Shivam Lakade made a fine 89 for the hosts, a well-deserved half-century. Credit to Aarav Daddikar, who made a half-century (84) for our opponents. Himantha Walawage was the pick of our bowlers with three for 35.
Needing 252 to win, we finished on 8/207 from 44 overs. A classy 57 off 75 balls from Matthew Plunkett was the highlight. There were also handy runs from Henry Hawkins (45). For the hosts, Hassaan Jamil took four for 57 off nine overs.
We'll take the lessons from this one and go again. A tough stretch, and one the side will be determined to end. Thanks to our opponents for the contest.
