Monday, March 5, 2012

Opening clash was a success - Bennett

MARTIN Bennett has hailed the first ever fixture between theBristol & District and Bristol & North Somerset Leagues a roaringsuccess.

In a low scoring match, the Bristol & North Somerset were bowledout for 100 with Atul of Claverham on 38 not out.

In reply, the B&D side scraped home with two wickets to spare,Almondsbury's Phil Mortimore (23no) hit the winning runs and wassupported by Failand & Portbury's John Bachelor (23).

Rupert Stanning, of Stoke Bishop, claimed 5-36 with blisteringbowling to keep B&NS in the match.

Bristol & Somerset manager Bennett said: "The most important thingwas to get this first fixture off the ground.

"Hopefully we …

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