It was a tough day out for our Carlton 3rd XI, who lost their match against Melbourne 3rd XI at home.
Batting first, we posted 8/184 from 45 overs. Harry Simpson passed fifty on the way to 55 off 121 balls with four fours. Lewis Bouckley provided good support with 26. Melbourne 3rd XI's best with the ball was Kyle Williamson (three for 38).
In reply, the visitors passed our total, finishing on 4/186 in 35.2 overs. Nicholas Critchley made a polished 95 not out for our opponents, a well-deserved half-century. Our best with the ball was Mubasheeruddin Jamal Mohammed, who took three for 26.
There are plenty of positives to take out of this one.
Chins up, everyone.
