Rochester opener Dylan Cuttriss is caught behind by Moama wicketkeeper Kobyn James — a key moment in Saturday’s fixture. Photos: Bruce Povey
Coming up against the reigning John McMahon Shield holder in round one was always going to be difficult for Rochester.
Morgan Boyack makes his ground to avoid being run out.
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And it proved so, as a strong bowling display from Moama earned it a 68-run win at Windridge Oval.
Kobyn James is bowled by Brandon Byrne.
Rochy had to chase 215 for the win — Moama setting the solid total after struggling early at 3-49.
Brandon Byrne celebrates with teammates after dismissing Anthony McMahon.
Myles Wade, Dylan Cuttriss and Cale James took those early wickets, though Brandon Byrne (3-41) and Jesse Cuttriss (3-27) were the best bowlers in the innings.
Asher Rasmussen takes the catch to remove opener Fraser Buchanan.
Dylan’s dismissal in the run chase was a turning point — the opener slogging his way to 47 off 48 balls.
Dylan Cuttriss smashed eight boundaries.
He made the lonely walk back to the pavilion at 2-57 and Rochy never really recovered.
Moama appeals for an LBW on Oliver Williams.
Wicketkeeper Kobyn James watches on as cousin Cale hits a four.
It was later 4-62 and then all out for 146.
The game
Moama 214 (Kobyn James 43, Rhys Drennan 32, Jesse Cuttriss 3-27) d Rochester 146 (Dylan Cuttriss 47, Cale James 40, Russell Stockdale 4-24)
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