Cool overcast conditions with a hint of moisture in the air, coupled with a greenish pitch, left The Willows with little choice but to bat first upon winning the toss.

While the older Willow players sat warm and dry in the Pavilion, young Liam Bartholomeusz set about compiling a well constructed 85 not out against some lively Wellington College bowling. After two stoppages for rain it was decided to declare The Willows innings closed after only 41 overs (in what seemed a sensible decision at the time!) to give Wellington College a chance to bat.

Upon the resumption of play the Wellington College batsmen dominated with a 50 opening partnership paving the way for a seven wicket victory. Some rather rusty Willows fielding helped their cause. Young Matt McEwan was the best of The Willows’ bowlers.

Unfortunately the rain did not return to save The Willows from their third consecutive defeat!