North Perrott battled to a hard-earned victory in a match where batting was far from straightforward!! The visitors were dismissed for 123 thanks to an outstanding bowling performance led by S Rowswell (an incredible 4-15 from 10 overs ), well supported by N. Malinga (3-42) as Perrott kept Chard under constant pressure.

The chase proved just as challenging, but A Frost showed tremendous composure, carrying his bat for an unbeaten 35 to steer Perrott home. N Malinga also played a crucial cameo, striking a quickfire 24 from just 9 balls to swing the momentum back Perrott's way when it mattered most.

It wasn't the prettiest win, but it was full of grit and determination. Hopefully, this hard-fought victory is just the result needed to kickstart North Perrott's season.

Wincanton CC 1st XI 127-3 (17.5 overs) beat North Perrott CC 2nd XI 123 all out (34.1 overs) by 7 wickets.

It was a frustrating afternoon for North Perrott, who never quite got going after choosing to bat first. O Frost top-scored with 34, but regular wickets saw the visitors restricted to 123. Wincanton made light work of the chase, reaching the target in just 17.5 overs despite M Mounde claiming two wickets (2- 33) A day to put behind them, with plenty to build on next time out.