SPCL 3 - Kenway heroics not enough to save Hambledon

Discarded Hampshire opener Derek Kenway cracked an undefeated 135 for Hambledon against New Milton at Ridge Meadow. But his century heroics failed to save Hambledon from a five-wicket defeat by the Southern Electric Premier League, Division 3 promotion contenders.

Kenway and John Burdekin (48) rescued the Dons from a worrying 80-5 to 243-7 - but it didn't stop New Milton.

The Hampshire cricketer bowled seven unsuccessful overs for 45 runs as New Milton stormed home with time to spare - Ryan Beck (65) and Dean Miller (49) leading the run chase.

Top dogs St Cross Symondians thrashed Leckford by 166 runs with Mark Parker hitting a century and Richard Boote taking four wickets.

Second-placed Alton lost by four wickets to Hursley Park, while Flamingo appear to be fading after losing by 76 runs to Purbrook.

Bashley II all-rounder Jo Hall was detailed in a Portsmouth hospital overnight after being struck on the head in the 67-run defeat at Havant.

Luke Wordley celebrated his Redlynch & Hale debut with a career-best 107, but was unable to stave off a 117-run defeat at Gosport, who piled up 322-5.

Paultons, Ventnor and Waterlooville were also Premier 3 winners.