Muddies bogged down but victorious

The Court House Hotel Port Douglas Mudcrabs continue their winning streak with another win against Barron River.

This win was a little tighter than they have grown used to and provided a timely reminder that you have to keep your foot on the gas at all times to win a race.

All bowlers contributed to this hard fought win.  Man of the match Daryl Mison took 3 for 12 in just 7 overs , Simon Cody bowled a very controlled line and length and finished with 3 for 16 in 7 overs, Matt Schiesser took 2 for 21 off his 7 overs and Dave Joyce contributed 2 for 18 off his 7 overs. 

Cody also took two good catches, but just when you think you're having a great day, was given out when the Muddies took to the crease caught behind without touching it - but that's cricket!

Bronson Ryan took a good catch and was an example of the good, tight disciplined fielding and bowling that got Barron River all out for just 67. 

It looked like a simple task to knock off this meagre total but Barron River, with veteran Peter Whitehead back in the saddle, were not going to go down without a fight. 

Captain Steve Doble donned his Geoffrey Boycott hat and stuck to the task of anchoring the innings with an invaluable 8 runs from a dogged 17 overs. 

Wickets were tumbling around him as the Muddies struggled to get to the total, but get there they did with Sammy Evans bringing them home with a quick game saving 18 not out for a 3 wicket win.

Next Saturday (Nov 6th) the C Grade have a home game at The Port Douglas Sports Ground.....Go the Muddies!