FRIENDLY MATCHES 2005
Match Details MCC vs MICC (at Westpark), 16th April 2005
MCC Performers
Batsman
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Parry lbw 11
Albert b 2
Harcourt run out 20
Appavu run out 34
Holmes ct 8
Scott b 22
McGree b 2
Bostock not out 20
Blades ct 5
Lepani ct 0
Finch dnb
TOTAL 40 Overs 143 for 9
MCC Bowler
Bowler O M R W
Scott 6 1 22 1
Blades 5 0 26 1
Lepani 4 0 35 0
Harcourt 3 0 34 0
Bostock 1 0 14 0
McGree 2 0 5 0
Parry 1.1 0 11 0
Summary of Match Result
MCC lost eventually by 6 wickets, with the MICC’s passing our score in the 23rd over.
Comments on the Match
Cricket is back for season 2005, with the first game to be played at Westpark against the MICC. We had the honour of batting first, & several players managed to impress despite not having any training to date. Appavu, Bostock, Scott, & the debutante Harcourt all managing to accumulate 20 or more runs, as we ended up making a respectable 9/143 at the end of the 40 overs. It could have easily been more, if it wasn’t for a couple of silly run outs. The bowling was tight early, with both Scott & Blades getting a wicket each. However the match went quickly downhill after that, with the MICC’s making a big & fast 3rd wicket partnership, to end the game several overs early.
MCC Man of The Match
Sembi produced a solid 34, before being run out
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Match Details MCC vs MICC (at Westpark), 23rd April 2005
MCC Performers
Batsman
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J. Hamilton lbw 0
Welthagen b 1
Finch ct 1
Appavu ct 66
Harcourt b 0
Sear b 18
Bostock b 13
Scott ct 10
McGree not out 9
Weatherall b 0
Saling ct 3
TOTAL 38 Overs 146 for 10
MCC Bowler
Bowler O M R W
Scott 8 1 30 1
Weatherall 2 1 10 1
McGree 8 2 36 1
Sear 5 0 23 0
Finch 4 0 24 2
Bostock 2 0 14 0
Harcourt 0.2 0 5 0
Summary of Match Result
We lost, with MICC passed our score with still 4 wickets in hand
Comments on the Match
We returned a week later to again play the MICC’s, with a chance to take revenge. We batted first, ending up with the respectable total of 146, after an early batting collapse had our score at 4 for not much. Sembi again produced the goods, with a great knock of 66. A highlight at the end of the innings, was the debut of the American Ryan Saling, who scored his first runs for the club, & managed to get into Des’ club stat records in his first game with a final wicket partnership of 14 with McGree. The bowling was solid early, with each bowler contributing to a tight display. When Finch took 2 wickets in an over, it looked like the game would swing our way. However an undefeated 7th wicket partnership of 40-odd got our opponents home, where we missed a couple of late chances to put on more pressure.
MCC Man of The Match
Another fine early batting display by Sembi with 66, bringing up the clubs first half-century of the season
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Match Details MCC vs CCB (at Zurichstr), 24th April 2005
MCC Performers
Batsman
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Houlahan ct 51
Nichols b 0
Sobek ct 14
Mitcham ct 19
Gale ct 9
Welthagen ct 0
McGree ct 13
Bostock not out 8
Blades ct 3
Gligorov b 0
Saling ct 0
TOTAL 37 Overs 182 for 10
MCC Bowler
Bowler O M R W
Gligorov 8 0 27 2
Blades 8 0 42 1
McGree 8 2 18 1
Gale 6 0 32 4
Bostock 3 0 29 0
Nichols 1 0 20 0
Houlahan 6 1 28 1
Summary of Match Result
Chasing 198, the MCC fell 16 runs short
Comments on the Match
“Scoreboard” became the infamous catch-cry of this game, in a sometimes spiteful clash against the CCB. CCB batted first, accumulating 198 runs on the relatively small ground. There were some solid bowling performances by Glig & Gale – who after taking 3 wickets in the last over finished with 4/32. Houlahan was happy to get his first wicket of the season, thanks to a great diving catch by McGree in the outfield. On the down-side, Kiwi was in the injury wars, dislocating his little finger in a catching effort, & re-injuring his lower back during his bowling spell. The interpretation of the wide rule was also questioned by some players. The run-chase started very well, with Houlahan hitting the attack all over the park in a quick-fire 51. Sobek & Mitcham also contributed in some important middle-order partnerships, before a late-order batting collapse deprived the team of victory, eventually falling just 16 runs short.
MCC Man of The Match
Gale with 4 wickets produced one of his best results with the ball.
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Match Details MCC vs Prague (at Hirschanger), 14th May 2005
MCC Performers
Batsman
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Van Dalsum lbw 33
Lovell not out 69
Mitcham run out 0
Appavu ct 19
J. Hamilton lbw 0
McGree ct 0
Blades lbw 5
Scott b 10
Lepani b 8
Gale not out 5
Finch dnb
TOTAL 40 Overs 164 for 8
MCC Bowler
Bowler O M R W
Scott 6 1 8 1
Gale 4 2 5 1
Blades 5 0 17 0
Lepani 7 0 20 1
Finch 5.3 0 19 3
McGree 5 0 33 0
Appavu 3 0 8 3
Summary of Match Result
MCC won by 43 runs, dismissing Prague for 121.
Comments on the Match
MCC batted first, & the in-form Lovell was joined with Van Damage in his first game of the year, with the MCC dream combination producing an opening stand over 50, before Wayne departed for a well-made 33. Despite the steady fall of wickets at the other end (incl. Mitcham the victim of a homicidal run out), Lovell maintained his composure throughout, to bat out an innings for the second match in-a-row, finishing with an impressive 69 not out. Some short rain at the drinks break made bowling slippery on the flicx pitch. Despite the tricky conditions, their were many good bowling efforts, with Gale, Blades, Lepani, & Scott all performing with distinction. Prague briefly threatened, when one middle-order batsmen broke loose & smashed several HUGE sixes in short-time. However, as further rain threatened to stop the game, Finch & Sembi joined forces to clean up the Prague tail, with each bowler finishing with 3 wickets – the last wicket of the match falling 5 minutes before the steady rain turned into an absolute classic late-afternoon Munich downpour.
MCC Man of The Match
Lovell again delivers the goods, with his new-found fitness helping him bat thru the innings to finish with 69 not out.
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Match Details MCC vs Serendib (at Hirschanger), 21st May 2005
MCC Performers
Batsman
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Giles b 2
Van Dalsum b 91
Nichols b 2
Cotterell b 10
Edwards ct 0
Carr b 11
Appavu st 10
Round b 3
Saling b 0
J. Hamilton not out 7
Dunne b 4
TOTAL 40 Overs 165 for 10
MCC Bowler
Bowler O M R W
Dunne 4.3 1 10 2
Nichols 4 0 16 0
Van Dalsum 3 0 14 0
Blades 4 0 11 1
Carr 6 0 39 2
Appavu 5 0 26 2
Summary of Match Result
MCC 165, Serendib 118 all out. MCC wins by 47 runs.
Comments on the Match
The match versus Serendib marked the 2005 Captaining debut of Tony Blades. His leadership with ball in hand along with a fine performance in the field allowed the MCC to get to the showers just in time to avoid a massive hail storm in the English Garden. Wickets were spread evenly on the day between Carr, Appavu, Blades and newcomer Brendan Dunne. Highlighting the bowling alongside Dunner was a spectacular one handed grab by Dave Carr. Hail, or cricket balls, falling from the heavens was the least of the worries when the MCC opened the bat however. Knocking 91 runs in 39 overs, Wayned Van Dalsum set up the home club for their 165 defended. South Afrikan Alister Round made his debut at the strike for the MCC with an entertaining 3 before being bowled out. Van Dalsum’s 91 opened the possibility of reaching a lofty milestone in the upcoming friendly versus MICC, ending the day just 78 runs shy of an impressive 5000 for his career for the Yellow and Black. For those hoping to catch a glimpse of history next week, get your tickets quick as word of this feat will be sure to have them lined up at the box office.
MCC Man of The Match
Mr. Van Dalsum is a clear selection, contributing over half of our score
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Match Details MCC vs MICC (at Hirschanger), 28th May 2005
MCC Performers
Batsman
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Van Dalsum not out 103
Lovell run out… 4
Khanna b 4
Mitcham st 12
Sear run out 52
Nichols lbw 4
Sobek b 0
Saling not out 1
Dunne, McGree dnb
Finch, M. Hamilton dnb
TOTAL 40 Overs 201 for 6
MCC Bowler
Bowler O M R W
Dunne 8 1 44 1
Sear 8 1 28 1
Nichols 4 0 46 2
McGree 8 0 17 1
Finch 4 0 21 0
Van Dalsum 4 0 35 0
M. Hamilton 1.5 0 8 3
Summary of Match Result
MICC passed us with 3 wickets in hand, & a couple of overs to spare
Comments on the Match
Wayne did not let down the massed ranks of inquisitive Germans, Americans and Canadians as he calmly accumulated the 78 further runs needed to reach 5000 and for good measure went on to reach an unbeaten century. He was ably supported, initially by Mitcham, as they stabilised the innings after a couple of early wickets, and then by a brutal onslaught from Sear. Shortly after reaching a 30 ball 50 Dan ran himself out to beat Wayne to the cold shower. A couple of further wickets in the last few overs meant that Saling stepped up to the plate, and only got to first base, not quite as successful as he was the night before with an inquisitive Canadian. After a ceremony to mark Wayne’s landmark the black and yellows had to go back out to defend 201 in the baking heat. With MICC always up, and mostly ahead of the run rate, it wasn’t until McGree’s and Sear’s second spells that MCC reasserted some control. However, it was too little too late, and with the Fat Lady about to burst into song, up stepped the darkest of dark horses Mark Hamilton, for his first bowl of the outdoor season. He couldn’t quite extract MCC from the shit, but after three quick wickets questions were asked as to why he wasn’t brought on earlier, but Hammo remained quiet…..
MCC Man of The Match
VAN DALSUM. Awesome batting effort, & 5000 club runs
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Match Details MCC vs v MICC (at Westpark), Sun June 5th
MCC Performers
Batsman
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Parry b 13
Sobek b 0
Pryke b 2
Weatherall ct 9
Nichols ct 20
Houlahan b 51
Holmes b 35
Gale b 35
Lepani not out 4
Saling not out 0
Dunne dnb
TOTAL 40 Overs 197 for 8
MCC Bowler
Bowler O M R W
Dunne 5 0 40 1
Lepani 5.4 0 37 1
Gale 3 0 21 0
Sobek 3 0 39 1
Houlahan 3 0 30 0
Pryke 4 0 23 1
Summary of Match Result
We lost by 6 wickets
Comments on the Match
Matty (skipper for the day) won the toss much to nath’s obvious disappontment and with a few blokes still recovering from the night before, it was a good toss to win. Matt opened the batting with Luke . They had a new left arm fast bowler–bit of swing but a few almost beamers that he got warned for–and he ripped through us a bit. 40-3 off 10. Then he went off and holmes (35), gale (35) and houlsa (51) set about putting on a good score. Nichols also chipped in with 20 and we made 197 which seemed halfway decent. The first ball of our turn in the field went for 6 and set the tone. Needless to say they got the runs in the 24th over for 4 down. Pryke was probably pick of the bowlers and he and houlsa bowled well together. Lepo also bowled 4 out 5 overs of good line and length. but it’s the age old problem: one bad ball per over and your figures look bad. 2 bad balls and your ruined.
MCC Man of The Match
Houlsa makes another 50, his 2nd in 2 matches
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Match Details MCC vs v The Arc (Hirschanger), Sat June 11th
MCC Performers
Batsman
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Edwards ct 5
N. Sharma b 10
Albert b 1
Appavu not out 83
Cotterell b 0
Holmes b 13
Bostock lbw 11
Round 0 b
Parry 0 b
Blades not out 2
M. Hamilton, Finch dnb
TOTAL 27.3 Overs 155 for 8
MCC Bowler
Bowler O M R W
Finch 8 1 30 4
Blades 6 2 14 2
Parry 8 0 44 0
N. Sharma 8 1 15 0
Appavu 5 1 15 2
M. Hamilton 2 0 19 1
Holmes 1.2 0 16 2
Summary of Match Result
MCC won by 3 wkts
Comments on the Match
The long awaited replay of the MCC v Arc X1 rain cancelled match from 07 May got underway in fine conditions. The Arc Captain Hazza Khanna won the toss and had no hesitation in batting first. The Arc X1 was a curious mix of vagabonds, spare wheels, misfits and the odd good cricketer. A solid and safe start by Lovell and Arc v.c Gligarov was then followed by sheer cricketing madness as Ian Finchy proceeded in taking a hat-trick and then ending up taking 4 wkts in 4 balls. A marvellous effort that! Gligarov kicked and dug in with side kick Mr Araujo, Gligarov eventually falling LBW for a well made 48. The Arc X1 made a competitive score of 154, all out in 40th over of the innings. Blades, Appavu and Holmes all picked up 2 wkts each for MCC. MCC started its innings in disastrous fashion losing early wkts to be stranded at 27 for 4. Partnerships of 53 and 48 between Appavu/Holmes and Appavu/Bostock respectively rested back the initiative MCC’s way. Simon McCarty (the pick of the Arc’s bowlers) came back for a good 2nd spell to send panic in the MCC’s camp, but, Appavu (with 83 not out) alongside with Blades saw MCC home, 8 wkts down in the 28th over. A marvellous game of cricket played in a healthy spirit. Roll on 2006.
MCC Man of The Match
Finchy turned the Arc innings from 49/0 to 49/4 in the space of 4 balls. The first ever double hattrick for the club (there has only been 2 other hattricks in the clubs history…)
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Match Details MCC vs Lancing Manor (Hirschanger), Sat July 9
MCC Performers
Batsman
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Lovell b 38
Albert b 7
McGree b 13
N. Sharma ct 0&5*
Khanna ct 8
Sobek lbw 7
Edwards b 9
Dunne b 0
Parry lbw 7
M. Hamilton not out 17
Saling b 10
TOTAL 39.5 Overs 146 for 10
MCC Bowler
Bowler O M R W
Dunne 7 1 17 1
Albert & M.Hamilton 3 0 19/15 0
N. Sharma 5 0 21 1
Edwards 3 0 11 1
Parry 7 0 15 3
McGree & Khanna 5 1 16 0
Sobek 2 0 6 0
Summary of Match Result
MCC won by 1 solitary wicket, off the 2nd last ball
Comments on the Match
A special MCC selection met the Lancing lads for what turned out to be a very enjoyable match that was played in a pleasant atmosphere and perfect conditions and that culminated in a rare nail-biting finish. Lancing batted first and after their openers had hung around for a while, wickets began to fall at regular intervals. Dunne impressed the opposition with both his tight line and the impressive dent his right foot left in the pitch. Edwards’ deservedly got his man with a combination of deceptive flight and intense staring at the batsman while following through. Khanna, who had handed the gloves to Saling, failed to hold on to two very tough chances, but proceeded to achieve a spectacular run-out off his own bowling. McGree captained as coolly as ever, bowled the mean sort of spell we’ve all grown so fond of and achieved a fantastic direct hit run-out. Parry, at one point on a hattrick, was the pick of the MCC attack. Sharma chipped in with another wicket and the fairly tight MCC fielding, topped by some very entertaining sprinting duels between Mssrs. Sobek and Edwards, restricted the opposition to a non-too-ungettable total. After generously leaving our lunch to Lancing (fortunately our captain had anticipated a shortage of supplies and bought some food as well) it was our turn to bat. The openers made a reasonable start until Albert was bowled trying to leave one. Lovell, throughout his innings, didn’t look like he was going to get out – until he did. Sharma, after his golden duck, didn’t look like he was going to get in again on the day, but he did (as we were batting 12) and managed to make amends. However, before that happened, we failed to build substantial partnerships and never reached a position in which we could feel confident of winning. Enter Hamilton, our number 10 batsman, with about 40 required. Assisted by Saling, who batted valiantly and reached double figures the first time, and the aforementioned Sharma, Hammo kept his cool and battled his way into the final over of the day. With two balls left and one run required he heaved one over the infield, set off for the other end and the MCC camp went delirious with joy.
MCC Man of The Match
Mark “Hammo” Hamilton & Ryan “I am” Saling both produced personal highest scores in a 25-run 10th wicket partnership, that turned out to be a match-winning effort
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