Seconds Ardleigh out of a Canter

Goresbrook’s second string posted a mammoth 312 for 8 enabling skipper Rohit Sharma to declare early at Central Park, Harold Hill on Saturday. Sharma’s duck was the only blot on the landscape as the visitor’s early order were in fine fettle with the bat. Teenager, George Sleight led the way fashioning 11 boundaries in a polished 66 receiving strong support from fellow opener, Harry Jackson (32). Lovelin Mostra (41) maintained the early impetus allowing Shaun Ross to thrash 11 fours and 2 towering sixes in a bruising 68. Anthony’s three wicket burst was the only highlight for the hosts as Karamat Ali (26) and Ali Raza (36 not) put the game beyond ‘Green.
After the tea interval, ‘Brook’s consistent attack allowed no respite for the home side. Seamer Ali Raza (3 for 16) and spinner Jackson (3 for 18) were the pick of the visiting bowlers as Martin Casson (26) caught the eye in a disappointing reply for hosts, allowing the Dagenham outfit to clinch victory by the handsome margin of 188 runs.

Goresbrook 2nd 312 for 8 declared in 37.5 overs (25 points) beat Ardleigh Green & Havering-atte-Bower 2nd 124 all out in 37.5 Overs (3 points) by 188 runs