Tillside CC knocked out of Tyneside Charity Bowl

Tillside CC were knocked out of the second round of the Tyneside Charity Bowl on home soil by Alnmouth and Lesbury CC in midweek.

In a reduced overs clash, the hosts won the toss and elected to bat first, running up a final total of 101/6 from their 16 overs, thanks in large part to a 55 from captain Ross Hindmarsh. The wicketkeeper hit seven boundaries on his way to reaching his half-century, and was ably aided by David Todd, who produced a further 28.

Taking to the crease, Alnmouth and Lesbury wasted little time in setting about chasing down their target. De Silva was once again their star man, racking up an impressive 56 not out - including 10 boundaries - from just 23 balls, while James Davidson ended the innings on 28 as the visitors wrapped things up at 103/2 inside 12 overs. Rory McGregor was responsible for both of Tillside’s wickets.