? Match Report: New Milton CC 3rd XI vs Mudeford CC 3rd XI
Hampshire Cricket League Division 6A – 20 June 2026, Fernhill Sports Ground
New Milton 3rd XI fell just short in a competitive encounter against Mudeford 3rd XI, despite a strong bowling effort and promising start with the bat.

? Disciplined Bowles Restrict Mudeford
After winning the toss and electing to field, New Milton produced a solid all-round bowling performance to keep Mudeford in check.
Sam Fuller (48) and Pete Bennet (35) provided the backbone of the visitors’ innings, with a steady partnership helping them recover from early setbacks. However, New Milton’s bowlers consistently chipped away with key breakthroughs to prevent a larger total.
Captain Matthew Oxford led from the front with 3 wickets, while Harpreet Singh (2 wickets) offered excellent support in a controlled spell. Contributions across the attack ensured Mudeford finished on a manageable 156–8 from their 40 overs.

? Chase Undone by Middle-Order Collapse
In reply, New Milton’s chase got off to a shaky start, losing an early wicket, but was rebuilt well by Noah Gawler, who top scored with a composed 39, and Harpreet Singh (29).
At 80–3, the hosts were in a strong position to push on and secure victory. However, the game turned dramatically as the middle order collapsed under pressure.
Mudeford’s bowlers seized their moment, with Dave Allen producing a match-winning spell of 5–8 from 5 overs, including three maidens. His incisive bowling ripped through the lower order, reducing New Milton from 99–4 to 99–7, effectively ending hopes of a successful chase.
Despite late resistance from *R Cassidy (21 off 21)**, New Milton were ultimately bowled out for 127 in 32.3 overs.

? Mudeford Seal Victory
Mudeford’s ability to strike at key moments proved decisive. Their disciplined bowling, spearheaded by Allen’s outstanding spell, turned a balanced contest into a hard-fought win.
New Milton will take positives from a strong performance with the ball and a promising top-order contribution, but will rue the middle-order collapse that cost them a winning position.

⭐ Key Performances

Dave Allen (Mudeford) – 5–8 (5 overs, 3 maidens)
Matthew Oxford (New Milton) – 3 wickets
Harpreet Singh (New Milton) – 29 & 2 wickets
Noah Gawler (New Milton) – 39
Sam Fuller (Mudeford) – 48

? Match Summary

Mudeford CC 3rd XI – 156/8 (40 overs)
New Milton CC 3rd XI – 127 all out (32.3 overs)
Result: Mudeford won by 29 runs