Luke Thompson was all class for BLU, taking a ridiculous 7-11 from 8.1 overs. Photos: Matthew Kappos
Bamawm-Lockington United will take confidence this week from a convincing win over likely McMahon Shield finals opponent Echuca South.
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The Lions moved into second place on the Goulburn Murray Cricket ladder, usurping their opponent’s position with a seven-wicket victory at Bamawm Recreation Reserve.
Jayden Rosin gets it fine.
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Matthew Kappos
The Swans were first to bat and got off to a decent start.
After Kade Pearse claimed the early wicket of Ben Eade, Jayden Rosin and Asantha Singappuli paired for a useful 74-run partnership.
Regis Chakabva appeals for leg before.
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Matthew Kappos
Singappuli went for a quick 44 from 54 and the loss triggered a downturn for the Swans.
Luke Thompson stepped to the fore, claiming two quick wickets as South lost 3-1 a few overs later to decline to 5-94.
Brendan Lewis skies it to mid on.
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Matthew Kappos
Rosin eventually went for 39 and, although Ben Walker made an important cameo of 25 from 19 late, South was bowled out for 140.
Thompson’s explosion with the ball continued in the back half of the innings and, after claiming the last five wickets, he finished with eye-watering figures of 7-11 from 8.1 overs.
Prateer Mehta can’t believe he didn’t snag a wicket here.
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Prateer Mehta took one and completed a run out, while Pearse’s opening wicket rounded out the 10.
With a small total in its sights BLU remained composed in its chase.
Sachin Peiris practises his technique on his way to the middle as Brendan Lewis departs.
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Matthew Kappos
Regis Chakabva attempted to start on the front foot, but after belting one over the rope, he went for 12 from 11.
Woody Wilson joined Kade Pearse for an 83-run partnership for the second wicket, putting their side within striking distance.
Jeremy Felmingham and Brett Mundie celebrate Felmingham's catch.
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Matthew Kappos
Wilson would make 50, but no more, while Pearse fell for 43 four runs later to give the Swans a sniff at 3-109.
However, South couldn’t capitalise on the two new batters, `Thompson and Joel Felmingham completing the chase without further loss.
AK Gunathilaka logged best figures for the Swans, taking 2-27.
With two rounds to go theses two sides are a near certainty to face off in the second versus third semi-final and the Lions will go into that game on a high after this performance.
Before then BLU will visit another potential top four contender, Kyabram Fire Brigade, this weekend, while South is set to host Tongala.
The Game
Echuca South 140 (Asantha Singappuli 44, Jayden Rosin 39, Luke Thompson 7-11) lt Bamawm-Lockington United 3-141 (Woody Wilson 50, Kade Pearse 43, AK Gunathilaka 2-27)
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