A big day with the bat put Melton’s second XI in a position of strength in its clash with Sunshine on Saturday.
On a sweltering afternoon, Melton had no hesitation in batting first at MacPherson Park, racking up 5-320 for the day.
A win is crucial to sixth-placed Melton’s chances of finals action, with just one game separating five sides jostling for the final three spots.
