Haverfordwest CC celebrated their 200th anniversary by hosting the MCC, who fielded a team from across the country. Gareth Ansell, the MCC’s wicket-keeper/batsman, stole the show. Ansell, with strong ties to Pembrokeshire through his father Barry Ansell, played a remarkable innings, scoring an unbeaten 104 runs and hitting ten boundaries. His performance ensured the MCC reached 187 for 4 before rain interrupted their innings at 36 overs. Ansell's heroics extended to the field where he contributed three stumpings and a catch.

David Kirtley provided strong support with an unbeaten 44, while Haverfordwest bowlers Adam James, Chris Phillips, James Marchant, and Clive Tucker each claimed a wicket. Phillips also impressed with a spectacular catch to dismiss opener Ben O’Neill.

Due to the rain, Haverfordwest's target was adjusted to 104 runs from 20 overs. Despite the efforts of Mikey Jones (34) and Ben Field (19), Haverfordwest were bowled out for 91. Al Holdaway led the MCC’s bowling attack, taking five wickets for 14 runs, supported by Tommy Dalton and Simon Williams, who took two and one wickets respectively.

After the match, Haverfordwest CC Chairman Dave Loosmore expressed gratitude to the scorers, umpires, groundsmen, and organizers, and praised the MCC players for joining the celebration. MCC skipper Scott O’Leary reciprocated the thanks, lauding the club’s facilities and the active participation of young players. He also presented Loosmore with an MCC Commemorative Plaque, which will hold a place of honor in the club.

MCC Team: Scott O’Leary, Sam Pearce, Gareth Ansell, Alec Holdaway, David Kirtley, Ben O'Neil, Harry Antsee, Craig Barrington, Simon Williams (Guest Player), Adam Lloyd, Tommy Dolton.

Haverfordwest CC Team: Chris Phillips, Jake Merry, Mikey Jones, Ben Field, Huw Scriven, Shan Perera, Adam James, Will Phillips, James Marchant, Jonny White, Clive Tucker, Brandon Dewstowe, Freddie Goodridge.

SCORECARD:

MCC Batting:
- Ben O’Neill ct Chris Phillips b Adam James 4
- Gareth Ansell not out 104
- Al Holdaway lbw b Clive Tucker 11
- Tommy Dalton b James Marchant 0
- Harry Anstee lbw b Chris Phillips 5
- David Kirtley not out 44
- Extras 17
- Total (4 wickets) 187

Haverfordwest CC Bowling:
- Adam James 4-2-6-1
- Jake Merry 4-0-17-0
- Clive Tucker 4-0-13-1
- James Marchant 4-0-17-1
- Chris Phillips 4-0-16-1
- Will Phillips 4-0-11-0
- Freddie Goodridge 2-0-24-0
- Brandon Dewstowe 2-0-18-0
- Johnny White 4-0-35-0
- Shan Pereira 4-0-25-0

Haverfordwest CC Batting:
- Mikey Jones ct & b Al Holdaway 34
- Jake Merry st Gareth Ansell b Sam Pearce 2
- Ben Field lbw b Tommy Dalton 19
- Shan Pereira ct Ben O’Neill b Tommy Dalton 1
- Adam James st Gareth Ansell b Simon Williams 4
- Chris Phillips lbw b Al Holdaway 6
- Will Phillips lbw b Al Holdaway 0
- Johnny White ct Gareth Ansell b Al Holdaway 8
- James Marchant not out 1
- Huw Scriven b Al Holdaway 1
- Clive Tucker st Gareth Ansell b Al Holdaway 4
- Extras 11
- Total (all out) 91

MCC Bowling:
- Ben O’Neill 4-0-22-0
- Sam Pearce 2-0-7-1
- Tommy Dalton 4-1-8-2
- Simon Williams 4-0-20-1
- Al Holdaway 3.5-0-14-5
- Harry Anstee 2-0-17-1