Match Report: Shelley CC - 2nd XI vs Methley CC - 2nd XI
Competition: Heavy Woollen Cup – Crowther Cup 2nd Round
Date: Sunday, 18th May 2025
Venue: Little Church Lane

Result: Shelley CC - 2nd XI won by 6 runs

Toss and Innings Summary
Shelley CC won the toss and elected to bat, looking to set a competitive total. Their innings was built on key contributions from Adam Green, who top-scored with 45 off 72 balls, and David Greaves, who provided a solid start with 28 off 62 balls. Despite middle-order struggles, Sam Jaggar’s counterattacking 32 off 36 balls gave Shelley momentum towards the latter stages. Methley’s bowlers, led by Matty Bridge’s outstanding 5-30, kept Shelley in check, bowling them out for 177 in 46.3 overs.

Methley’s chase started well, with Oscar Childs leading the way with 39 off 49 balls. However, Shelley’s bowlers fought back, with Jake Adams starring with 4-22. Methley kept pushing, but wickets fell at crucial junctures, and despite a late push from Jacob Schofield’s 24 off 46 balls, they fell short, bowled out for 171 in 39.1 overs.

Key Performers
- Adam Green (Shelley CC) – 45 (72 balls, 6 fours, 1 six)
- Sam Jaggar (Shelley CC) – 32 (36 balls, 7 fours)
- Jake Adams (Shelley CC) – 4-22 (10 overs)
- Matty Bridge (Methley CC) – 5-30 (10 overs)
- Oscar Childs (Methley CC) – 39 (49 balls, 5 fours, 1 six)
- Jacob Schofield (Methley CC) – 24 (46 balls, 5 fours)

Shelley CC edged out Methley CC in a thrilling cup encounter, securing progression to the next round with a hard-fought victory.