Middlewich 3rd XI edged past Christleton CC in a thrilling low-scoring contest, chasing down 162 with just two wickets remaining to secure their first league win of the season.

Christleton Innings – 162 all out (36.5 overs):
After winning the toss and electing to bat, Christleton looked in control early on thanks to solid middle-order knocks from Thomas Scott (38) and George Crabtree (49 off 47). However, a steady collapse followed as Jigardan Gadhavi (5-36) ripped through the middle and lower order with a superb spell of spin bowling. Sam Farrell (2-18) offered great control, while Ryan Skiffington and Thomas Webb also picked up a wicket each.

Middlewich Bowling Highlights:
• Jigardan Gadhavi: 8–3–36–5
• Sam Farrell: 7–1–18–2
• Ryan Skiffington: 4.5–0–18–1

Middlewich Innings – 163/8 (38.3 overs):
Chasing 163, Middlewich lost wickets regularly, but contributions from across the order proved just enough. William Cummings (35) gave a solid start, and Sam Fairbrother (18 off 14) added impetus in the middle. A nervy finish saw Sam Farrell (20*) and Gabriel McHugh (6*) hold their nerve with a calm unbroken stand to see the hosts home in the 39th over.

Middlewich Batting Highlights:
• William Cummings – 35 (42 balls)
• Vincent Stott – 20 (45 balls)
• Sam Fairbrother – 18 (14 balls, 2 fours)
• Sam Farrell – 20* (24 balls)

Christleton Bowling Highlights:
• Jason Ashcroft – 10–4–27–3
• Jake Jones – 7.3–0–22–2
• Henry Stewart – 9–0–31–2