In his second spell with the ball, OReilly, who had been bowling]
succeeded in breaking up getting Leyland wright at mid-on by one of the substitutes, Barnett (482 for six). The} Yorkshireman tried to drive O'Reilly for a four, but he did not connect properly. His contribution of 153 was. the result of a glorious innings, marked by strong driving both to the' fon and off, and lasting 8 he, 10 min. He made nineteen fours and one five, and was given a thunderous ovation on his return to the pavilion.
Following the departure of Leyland, two wickets fell in quick succession. At 492, Hopwood tried to play! Orel with crass bat and had His) wicket shattered. "He made only two Allen filled the gap, only to see Ames out to a catch to Ponsford mid-on off Grimmett. It was a powerful pull, but the Australian fieldsman made no mistake (510 for eight). The retiring batsman's contribution was a flawless 72, which it took him! 2% hr. to compile, He made ten day, but he played'a sparkling knock
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