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Kata International Cricket 7’s 2016

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Phuket side Aussie Zen are the 2016 Cup Champions

Finals Day Wrap - Friday 22nd April 2016

Aussie Zen took the plaudits in the Cup, the blue ribbon event of the 2016 Kata Group International Cricket 7’s, following victory over Rowdiez of Qatar and Dubai to round off a fantastic three day’s cricket at the Republic Ground in Chalong, Phuket on Friday. The locally based side clattered 91-1 with Rishi Sadarangani’s fine knock contributing heavily along with Anthony Van Blerk's 26 not out and 1-12 with the ball as well as yet another Stuart Hamilton retirement, with Rowdiez mustering 52-2 in reply.

Zen had earlier seen off the challenge of the veteran international outfit CBB’s in the semi-final, whilst runners-up Rowdiez had defeated Katherine Bushrangers of Northern Territory. Stuart Hamilton of Aussie Zen added much to the success of his team over the three days of the tournament with five retirements of over 30 in seven innings.

The Bowl division went to New South Wales outfit Galah CC who amassed an impressive 81-1 thanks to a magnificent innings of 33 not out from Chris Alexander against Falcons of the UAE who made a gallant 60-3 in reply after earlier eliminating Victoria’s Southern Stars in the play-off match.

As predicted the three early games carried over were pivotal with wins for Galah, Aussie Zen and the Stars determining the final standings after the round robin stage. Southern Stars all-rounder Dale Chandler put in another accomplished performance as he retired with 30 to his name.

Participants retired to the luxurious Kata Beach Resort & Spa, one of two tournament hotels along with the Andaman Seaview for the Awards Dinner where the trophy presentations took place.

The Kata Group International Cricket 7’s formed part of the Asian Cricket Sixes Tour, Phuket Cricket Week. At the close of play ACST Chairman, Michael ‘Cat’ Maher summed up the mood of the events. “It’s been truly fantastic to be around so many smiling people. Every player, official, spectator, and those assisting at the two grounds have made it such a fantastic success”. “Any tiredness in the unprecedented heat is soon forgotten when you’re around so many fantastic people”, he added.

The next ACST event will be the 2016 Thailand International Cricket Sixes, which will be held in Bangkok in late October.

For further details, please contact Mr Maher at mmaher.padmir@bigpond.com or by telephone on +61 407 385 481.

CBB’s lead the way after Day Two

Day Two Wrap - Thursday 21st April 2016

International outfit CBB’s stood top of the pile with just three round robin games to be completed at the Republic Ground in Chalong, Phuket at the conclusion of Day Two.

CBB’s won both their games at the event organised by the Asian Cricket Sixes Tour (ACST), which forms part of the Phuket Cricket Week with comprehensive performances that put Australian sides Southern Stars and Katherine Bushrangers to the sword as Dixie Joy once again showed the way with the bat with added support from Imran Idrees.

The Rowdiez side hailing from Qatar and Dubai had an outstanding day with victories over Galah CC, Aussie Zen and then Falcons in the final match of the day to elevate their chances of competing in the Cup on Finals Day.

Aussie Zen had a very disappointing day as they also went down to the Bushrangers, after winning their two matches on Wednesday. Zen’s two matches on Friday morning will prove pivotal in the final standings of the round robin table.

Southern Stars collected a win against Falcons before going down to Galah CC who finally put in a performance to justify their pre-tournament status. Falcons remain winless, but have played the game in superb spirit and have at least have the guaranteed consolation of a play-off game to decide whether they’ll compete for honours in the Bowl division.

Bowling performance of the day belonged to Chris Alexander of Galah who took 3-10 in his over against Southern Stars.

At the close of play Tournament Referee Ian Liddell paid tribute to the fortitude of all participants who endured trying conditions in severe heat and humidity. “It really has been an absolute pleasure to be amongst so many smiling faces and see cricket being played in such brilliant spirit.”

Finals Day will start on Friday at 10.15am at the Republic Ground, where spectators are welcome, admission is free and refreshments are available.

Dale Chandler is the hat-trick hero on Day One

Day One Wrap - Wednesday 20th April 2016

The sun shone brightly on the Kata Group Republic Ground in Chalong as the sides and participants from many nations lined up for Day One of the 5^th Kata Group International Cricket 7’s.

Highlight of the day was a brilliant over from Dale Chandler of the country Victoria side Southern Stars who dismissed three Rowdiez batsmen with consecutive deliveries to end with figures of 3 for 8. The side from Qatar and Dubai never recovered and were skittled out for just 47, before the Stars knocked off the total with ease.

Local side Aussie Zen appeared twice after lunch and head the table after the opening day as they made light work of challenges from Galah CC of New South Wales and then Falcons of the UAE. Stuart Hamilton led the way with two retirements upon reaching 30 runs.

The international outfit, CBB’s came back from a defeat against Rowdiez to deflate the hopes of Galah and Falcons to sit in second place on net run rate as the experienced Dixie Joy ran amok with the bat. Northern Territory side Katherine Bushrangers recovered from a beating in the opening game by Galah CC which saw a fine knock from Dave Newham to see off Southern Stars and then Rowdiez as Greg Kemp continued his excellent form the previous weeks Phuket International Cricket Sixes.

The opening round of the tournament features a round robin table before sides are split to go for honours on Finals Day on Friday.

After rest at the Andaman Seaview Hotel and the Kata Beach Resort & Spa, all participants headed to the sponsors ALLStar Bar on Taina Road where host Gary Matheson provided a buffet and refreshments.

Day Two at the Republic Ground will start at 10.15am on Thursday. Spectators are welcome, admission is free and refreshments are available.