Northern Dis vs Central D, at Hamilton, , Feb 26 2002 - Match Result

A match that began (or rather, did not begin) in uncertainty, progressed slowly and ended controversially as Central Districts beat Northern Districts by three wickets

A devastating spell of five for 10 from seven overs from Michael Mason provided the most exciting cricket of this State Championship match and has left Central Districts expecting to win the game tomorrow

The second day proceeded as the first had done, at the leisurely pace of little more than two an over