A stunning all round effort from Max Fitzgerald propelled Marple thirds to a great win in the Sunday Premier League over local rivals Hyde at Werneth Low last Sunday.
Max's fast improving leg spin, he took a fantastic 6 for 32, more than ably supported by off spinner Connor Bergin with 3 for 15, sent Hyde packing for the mythical score of "Nelson", 111 all out. It was a joy for skipper Greg Marsland to see his young and contrasting spin partners weave their magic. Lewis Barham with 33 top scored for Hyde, before he was bowled by the up and coming Tom Reeve.
When Marple replied, Will Darby with 41 not out got things underway. However, when Matt Leech was dismissed at 37 for 2, Fitzgerald wasted no time in getting into his stride. Nine fours and a six in his 48 not out took Marple to an eight wicket win, the runs coming in just 17.4 overs.
It was disappointment though in the third eleven T20 quarter finals against Didsbury thirds on Monday. After a good start through Sam Stretton, 17 and Mark Nicholson, 21, things fell away somewhat. Only Lewis Braddock 22 and Connor Bergin 13 not out made meaningful contributions in a modest final tally of 102 for 8. George Poyser with 5 for 16 from his four overs was the destroyer in chief.
Didsbury were comfortable winners by seven wickets, despite Marsland using seven different bowlers. Opener Richard Daniel with 56 not out steered his side home.
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