A Modbury Masterpiece: Cricketing Capers at Cornwood CC

It was a Sunday of such meteorological perfection that even the most hardened of pessimists would have struggled to find fault. The sun shone with a benevolence rarely seen outside of postcards, and the gentle breeze carried with it the scent of freshly cut grass and the distant aroma of smoked salmon and cucumber sandwiches.

Cornwood’s Cautious Commencement

Having won the toss, Modbury’s captain John ‘the skip’ Compston elected to field, perhaps influenced by the allure of an early tea. Cornwood’s 5th XI took to the crease with a determination befitting their verdant surroundings. Their innings, while steady, lacked the fireworks that often accompany tales of cricketing heroics. They were undone by 3 wickets taken by James ‘Slapps’ Sloman, whose spin deliveries turned with the unpredictability of a plot twist in a detective novel. Accumulating 140 runs for the loss of 7 wickets over the allotted 30 overs, their performance was akin to a well-mannered waltz—graceful but devoid of daring dips.

Modbury’s Majestic March

In response, Modbury’s batsmen approached the chase with the confidence of a cat who knows the cream is within reach. Opening the innings, Ethan displayed a repertoire of strokes that would make a concert pianist envious. His partner Francis ‘Boycie’ Phillips complemented Ethans flair with a stoic resilience, together laying a foundation as solid as Aunt Agatha’s fruitcake.

The middle order, not to be outdone, contributed with gusto. Vice-Captain Tom Hatch, wielding his willow like a maestro’s baton, orchestrated the innings towards its crescendo with a majestic 44 runs. With a flurry of boundaries and the occasional elegant single, Modbury reached the target in a mere 22 overs, securing victory with 7 wickets in hand.

A Day to Remember

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting golden hues over Cornwood, the Modbury faithful raised their glasses in celebration. In the grand tapestry of cricketing tales, this match stood out as a testament to Modbury CC’s prowess, sportsmanship and cricketing camaraderie.