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Bacchus Marsh batsmen steady to grab points

Bacchus Marsh has claimed first-innings points against Diggers Rest Bulla in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association McIntyre Cup.

Coming off a strong win in the opening round, the Bulls continued their good form on day one of the two-day clash.

The Bulls started well with the ball, having the Burras in trouble at 3-9 and then 6-38.

The going was tough for the Burras, who were all out for 76.

Just two players reached double figures, Blake Robinson top scoring with 31. Madushanka Ekanayaka took four wickets for the Bulls.

The Bulls got off to a reasonable start with the bat and were 26 for no loss, but two quick wickets slowed them down.

They steadied and were 2-81 at stumps. Skipper Ben Robertson was 36 not out along with James Lidgett on 12 not out.

In B grade, St Anthonys will need to be on with the bat against Riddell on day two of their match.

The Saints need 224 to claim the points.

Eynesbury had a day out with the bat, making 7-394 against Ashfield in its match.

Eagles skipper Hayden Castle scored 186.

Wallan recorded the highest score of the round, making 8-483 against Bacchus Marsh.

 

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