The Shaforce added another victory io their list when they defeated the Police on the latter's ground yest day afternoon in a very one game.
Capt. Grey's performance at the crease, together with a fine 57 by L/Cpl Cheney, were the highlights sri an otherwise uninteresting match. Peasgood of the Police made a very gallant attempt to stem the rot in his side, but he had no support.
With one or two of the law men absent on important duty, the Police could not field their strongest team. However, there was little doubt that Shaforce could have coped with any opposition offered. They are a good side this year.
Dudley assisted Peasgood in a stand which produced over 40 runs, to bring the side out of a weak position in the face of bewildering deliveries from Sadler and Cheney. Little headway could be made against. these two strong bowlers, and the Police had to serape every run for their total of 68.
Going in first in company with Major Rawsthorne, Capt. Grey quick ly settled down to a delightful display of fast wrist-work, together with hard drives through the covers for a valuable contribution of 43. Eatwell partnered his skipper well' aa runs care fast till Capt. Grey was well bowled by Spenser.
Cheney took full advantage of a very wearied attack, and his 57 in-eluded eight 4s and a six. Having past the opposition's score, the Army side gave an exhibition of carefree patting which provided enjoyable entertainment for the large crowd watching, and stumps were drawn at 149 for seven.
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