There was plenty to celebrate as our Fitzroy Doncaster 1st XI got the better of Melbourne University 1st XI.

First up, Melbourne University 1st XI made 145 from 49 overs. The best of our opponents' batters was Noah Croes with 47. Liam Myott was the pick of our bowlers with four for 19. Miller Childs backed up well, taking two for 32.

In reply, the boys reached the target at 6/149 in 42.1 overs. Jack Rudd passed fifty on the way to 72 not out off 139 balls with six fours and one six. Mark Phelan played a handy knock of 28. Mark Stafford claimed three for 14 for the visitors.

Thanks to our opponents for the contest.