With showers forecast, Clifton skipper Sam Dorsey, made the important call to field first after winning the toss. The decision paid off, as the bowlers maintained excellent control throughout to keep Egerton’s innings within reach. Ben Hamilton (2–20 from 10 overs) was the pick, hitting a perfect length and strangling the scoring rate, while Mason Turner and Ollie Sleight chipped in with key wickets. Egerton’s Pro, Ali (26), threatened briefly, but once Hamilton trapped him lbw the innings stalled. A patient unbeaten 43 from George Harris guided Egerton to 145 from 37 overs, a total always likely to be adjusted once the weather intervened.
Rain then forced a recalculation, leaving Clifton chasing a revised 128 from 22 overs. That target could easily have caused nerves, but Zach Flaxman set the tone with a positive 28 from 33 balls, striking boundaries to keep Clifton ahead of the rate. After his dismissal, the momentum was carried on by Matthew Van Dyk (38 off 32), who mixed controlled stroke play with aggression to push Clifton closer.
With the game still finely balanced, professional Sam Dorsey showed composure under pressure, steering Clifton home with an unbeaten 29 from26 deliveries. Even as wickets fell at the other end, Dorsey and Van Dyk ensured the run chase never drifted, before Dorsey calmly finished the job in the 21st over.
The 5-wicket win sparked celebrations among the Clifton players and supporters, sealing an important result in their push for survival. This was a victory built on disciplined bowling, strong fielding, and a fearless approach with the bat when it mattered most.