The stage was set for two weeks of intense cricketing action in Wimbledon, England, as 10 teams battled it out across group stages, eyeing a place on the coveted Finals Day. Split into two competitive groups, it was Banstead, Spencer, Wimbledon, and East Molesey who emerged as the top four.
However, Finals Day took an unexpected turn when Banstead were forced to withdraw, handing Spencer a direct ticket to the final. The second semi-final saw East Molesey outplay hosts Wimbledon, booking their place in the title clash and setting up a mouth-watering contest with last year’s runners-up.
The final began with East Molesey batting first and posting a commanding 172, thanks to aggressive stroke play and disciplined partnerships. Spencer’s chase got off to a shaky start, losing early wickets, but Ben Kempley and Moiz Rana reignited hopes with a brilliant 99-run stand. Just as the game seemed to be tilting Spencer’s way, disaster struck — both set batters fell within the space of three balls, leaving the lower order too much to do. In the end, Spencer fell short by 14 runs, and East Molesey were crowned champions.
The tournament’s standout performer was Michael Shean, whose consistency and class with the bat were unmatched. Amassing 350 runs, he not only topped the scoring charts but also played a pivotal role in East Molesey’s championship run, earning him the Most Valuable Player award.