ABOVE all others, the one thing Kinross will take from its first day’s play against defending Orange District Cricket Association premiers Cavaliers is how to play wicket-taking spinner Brad Wright.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
$0/
(min cost $0)
or signup to continue reading
A task often far easier said than done, but students coach Andrew Litchfield said negating the impact of Cavaliers’ left-arm orthodox threat was crucial if Kinross is to challenge for an outright victory at KWS Main today.
“We don’t have a left-arm orthodox bowler at Kinross, so it’s something new for the boys to face,” Litchfield said.
“Brad’s an attacking bowler and the boys certainly learned a lesson; if you attack the top of off stump, if the batsman misses, there’s a chance for the bowler.
“He bowled well but the boys know a little bit about Brad now.”
Today’s play seems destined for an outright result, but such was the even-nature of day one just which way maximum points will fall is anyone’s guess.
Cavaliers hold the upper hand having already claimed first innings points after dismissing the students for 88 then passing the total six wickets down.
But the premiers will resume at 8-96 with Chris Martin (10) the not out man at the crease.
Early wickets will be key for Kinross.
And if they come, Litchfield said his goal was to push Kinross into a commanding enough position that an outright victory wasn’t out of the realms of possibility for the students.
“Absolutely. The boys enjoy playing attacking cricket, so we’ll see what happens. We’ll endeavour to set up the match,” he said.
“The wicket is still a really good one so if we get another chance to bat we’ll be working hard to build partnerships.”
Fletcher Rose (2-6) was the main dangerman with the ball for Kinross, and he’ll have to strike early for his side to be in with a shot once play begins at 1pm.
