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Lions claim first innings

Darley has already claimed first innings points after day one of its Ballarat Cricket Association clash with Wendouree.

Looking to bounce back after a disappointing loss the weekend before, it was a dominant bowling display by the Lions, who skittled Wendouree for just 54.

Wendouree won the toss and decided to bat, but struggled to find any partnerships.

Just two players scored double figures as Wendouree was bowled out in the 32nd over.

There were four ducks in the innings.

Sajith Dissanayaka was the main destroyer for the Lions, taking 6-20 off 9.5 overs.

The Lions didn’t get off to a great start either with Rockey Hoey, Jarrod Burns and Dissanayaka all soon back in the shed.

Dilan Chandima settled the side along with Lachlan Herring to get the Lions past Wendouree’s total.

The Lions finished the day at 9-155 with Madushanka Ekanayaka (16 not out) and Ben Longhurst (15 not out) at the crease.

Chandima top scored with 60.

It was a tougher day for Bacchus Marsh in its match with Ballarat Redan.

The Bulls entered the match on the back of their third win of the season.

After deciding to bat, the Bulls had a lot of starts in their innings without anyone going on with it.

The Bulls were bowled out for 138 in the 56th over.

Will Lalor top scored with 48 as Angus Jones (26) was the only other batter who reached double figures.

The Bulls managed to get an early wicket before Ballarat Redan steadied.

Ballarat Redan will resume on two at 1-52.

Sam Crea has the wicket for the Bulls.

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