The Old Scotch 1st XI defeated Melbourne University by 5 wickets today at Meares Oval with skipper Tom Murray continuing his hot early season form with a wonderful 96 to spearhead the Scotchies run chase.
In tandem with the youthful batting prodigy Cameron Melville who contributed 40, the pair put on a splendid match winning partnership.
The performance caps a remarkable turn around in the fortunes of the1st XI who have now won back to back matches on the strength of Tom Murray's blistering form.
The Celebrities were not si fortunate running into competition pace setters Old Mentone Grammar whilst being severely undermanned. The Mentonians racked up 301 in their 40 overs while the Celebrities capitulated for a demoralised 38 in perfect batting conditions.
In the mean time...