Windsor Boys' School taught lesson

Published 21 May 2010 09:00 0 Comments

Cricket

THE MCC, the Worlds most famous cricketing team, came to Windsor Boys' school last week and gave the boys a cricketing lesson they will never forget last at Stovells Cricket Ground.

Becoming a playing member of the MCC is a prestigious accolade and is reserved for only the most talented cricketers around the world, members include Bishan Bedi, Richie Benaud, Sir Ian Botham, Rachel Heyhoe-Flint and Sir Garfield Sobers.

A playing member must be nominated by their cricket club and be capable of playing to a strong first XI standard.

They then face 10 qualifying matches over two years before achieving membership. The MCC therefore arrived at Windsor Boys' School with a strong point to prove as they attempt to reach their standards.

In front of a large crowd, including outgoing Mayor, Cllr Jesse Gray, and new Windsor Boys' headmaster, Mr Julian Clausen, the MCC won the toss and decided to bat first in their customary manner. Despite strong bowling by Michale Chambers, the MCC eased into their stride with Tim Lunel and Tom Hall, supported ably by captain Harry Hall posting 208.

Ryan Lewin and Kris Cannon tried to rein in the free scoring visitors, but they were simply unstoppable, posting their highest total for many years.

In reply Windsor boys' started brightly with Charles McInerney and Ollie Jordan providing the resistance, helped by captain Sam Jordan and Akeesh Khokar as they chased down the runs. Hope turned to expectation as 130 was on the board with 20 overs still to go.

However, the experience of the MCC team shone through as Buckinghamshire star Russell Lane, in particular, eked out the remaining few wickets, to wrap up victory by 37 runs.

It is an honour to play the MCC each year and it is a credit to them they were able to bring so many players who have played in the same fixture over the past few years.

As for the current crop of Windsor Boys' School cricketers, most of them are still young enough to take up the challenge again next year, armed with the experience of this year's defeat.

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This article appeared in Royal Borough Observer 21 May 10

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