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CCC turned in a rusty and in the end disappointing performance against new boys Seaton Burn at the Burn Stadium last night.
On winning the toss CCC opted to bat first in what was left of the sunshine. This looked a great decision as Nick raced to 40 off only 5 overs. At this stage a total of 130 plus looked good, as the side was packed with batting. However Rian and Peter went in quick succession to rustic shots, and Nick then holed out for 44. Matt and Mudassar were left to rebuild, both reaching 20 (Mudassar with two straight sixes). However, the innings had lost momentum, which a couple of late run outs did not help, and CCC subsided to 112 for 6 on a ground where 120 should be the minimum score.
It needed an above par bowling performance, but that wasn't to be forthcoming. The main problem was bowling up the hill: no one adapted to it and all went for runs. The home side have a strong batting line all of whom play straight down the ground very well. Towards the end a comfortable victory looked on the cards until Rian dragged CCC back into the game with an excellent second spell. He ended with 4-19, but it came too late, and Seaton Burn won with four balls remaining.
A disappointing start to season 2007, against a side who will probably do well in their home games. After a good start CCC should have placed a more imposing target, but gave away too many dot balls, whilst the bowlers (Rian excepted) gave away too many four balls and will want to put in a better performance against Fire Service next week.
Team: Nick, Rian, Peter, Matt, Mudassar, Simon W, Simon E, Andy, Guy, Derek, Cliff
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