In a thrilling display of cricket, Round 6 delivered exceptional performances that highlighted the growing talent within the region.
At Berridale’s home ground, the hosts sealed victory over Bombala. Bombala, opting to bat first, managed 179 all out in 33 overs. Bombala’s Jason Cikos stood out, crafting a resilient 56 from 41 balls alongside M. Sullivan (59). However, the day belonged to Berridale’s Russel Haylock, who shone with both bat and ball. His leg-spin claimed 3/45 from 8 overs, dismantling Bombala’s middle order.
Not stopping there, Haylock dominated the chase, leading his team to triumph with an unbeaten 88 from 91 balls, easily man of the match. Berridale reached 2/184 in 31.3 overs. Despite Bombala’s efforts, including Brent Lucas’ commendable 1/36 from 6 overs, Berridale proved too strong.
In another fixture, Coffey’s emerged victorious against Rhythm with a smooth chase at home. Rhythm posted a respectable 9/159 in their full 40 overs, primarily sustained by Kasun Basnagoda’s resilient 63 not out off 98 balls.
The day however was owned by Coffey’s all-rounder Hunter Caldwell, who dominated with both the bat and ball. Caldwell’s exceptional bowling spell of 3/22 from 8 overs set the foundation, while his blazing 76 not out from 55 deliveries steered Coffey’s to 3/164 in just 24.4 overs.
Despite Rhythm’s bowling efforts led by Kel Macnab’s 3/38, it was Caldwell’s brilliance that stood out.
In a display of formidable power, Cooma Titans triumphed over Dalgety on their turf. Choosing to field, Cooma’s disciplined attack restricted Dalgety to 6/177 from 40 overs, with Nolan Holland scoring 52.
Cooma Titan’s Aqib Abbasi was instrumental, both with the ball, taking 2/19 off 8 overs, and with the bat, smashing a jaw-dropping 90 from just 33 balls.
Cooma Titans soared to 6/178 in 20 overs securing an easy win with Dalgety’s Rylee Holland worth mentioning for his impressive 2/11 from 3 overs.
Jindabyne Tigers had the Bye in round 6 and Coffey’s now lead the competition on 24 points from 5 matches played. In round 7 Coffey’s take on Jindabyne at home, Bombala host Berridale, and Dalgety are at home to Rhythm.