Two of the county’s strongest outfits met in the second round of this prestigious cup. Neyland came out on top as they secured an impressive victory over Carew by 7 wickets, successfully chasing down a target of 177.
Carew set a challenging target, posting a total of 176 for 4 in their 22 overs. The innings was anchored by solid contributions from several batsmen. Morgan Grieve added a steady 41, providing a stable foundation. Shaun Whitfield continued the momentum, adding a crucial 46. Adam Chandler was the standout performer, remaining unbeaten with a resilient 49 not out, supported by Rhys Davies, who chipped in with 25.
Neyland's bowling attack managed to keep the scoring in check, with Jack John claiming 2 wickets for 46 runs. The experienced Andrew Miller and Brad McDermott-Jenkins also contributed, with Miller taking 1 for 27 and McDermott-Jenkins delivering an economical spell of 1 for 6.
Neyland responded to the chase with confidence, reaching the target with 7 wickets in hand. Paul Murray was the star of the innings, playing a masterful knock of 92 not out, steering his team towards victory. He was well supported by Ashley Sutton, who scored a steady 22, and Patrick Bellerby, who added 25 valuable runs. Dai Davies ensured the chase was completed smoothly, contributing an unbeaten 17.
Carew's bowlers tried to make inroads, with Jon Rogers picking up 1 for 31, Shaun Whitfield taking 2 for 35, and James Hinchliffe chipping in with 1 for 29. Despite their efforts, they were unable to contain Neyland’s batting lineup.
The match was officiated by umpires Chris Stapleton and Dave Brandon, with the scorers being Julie Davies, John Laugharne, and Sarah Arran.
Neyland's composed chase and dominant batting performance ensured their victory, highlighting their strength and depth in the squad. They once again look like the team to beat if you want to win this competition! Congratulations to Neyland.