By Tara Murray
Malmsbury remains undefeated in the Gisborne and District Cricket Association Jensen Shield Sub-District Firsts.
Needing 200 for victory against Kyneton, Malmsbury made the runs with plenty of time remaining.
It finished 5-205 with captain Matthew Cox on 85 not out. Chris Ganim was also unbeaten with 46 not out.
Malmsbury sits on top of the ladder, with three wins and a draw.
St Anthonys chased down Lancefield’s total of 209 in their match.
The Saints finished 7-211, moving them up to second on the ladder.
It was a similar case for both Sunbury United and Rupertswood in their games.
United had the biggest chase on its hands, with Macedon making 9-248 on day one. United only just got the job done, finishing 7-252.
Thomas Balmer top scored with 61 at the top of the order. Daniel Trotta and Stephen Coleman took three wickets each for Macedon.
Rupertswood ensured Blackwood remained without a win. Blackwood made a more than respectable 208 on day one, but it wasn’t enough with Rupertswood making 7-222.
Jayden Swallow top scored with 72, one short of his highest score.
In the close competition, third through to seventh are on equal points.
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