Cobar’s representative cricket side held their nerve to record a thrilling two-wicket victory over Narromine at Ward Oval on Sunday, successfully chasing down the target of 176.
Narromine won the toss and elected to bat first, but Cobar’s bowlers quickly made an impact, reducing the hosts to a precarious position early in their innings.
Jake Harbison was instrumental with the ball, claiming three wickets for 25 runs, while Ryan Urquhart (3/31) and Nicola Harbison(3/33) also picked up three wickets each.
Kyle Larance (48) was the best of the Narromine batters with their innings finishing at 9/176 in their allotted 40 overs.
Cobar’s chase was far from straightforward.
While Harbison played a key role in Cobar’s chase with 45 runs, he was dismissed with the score at 2/84.
Cobar then slumped to 5/100 before Andrew Hill (14) joined Stephen Nicholson (29) and the pair moved the innings on to 145 before both were dismissed in quick succession.
Ryan Urquhart fell shortly after with the score at 154.
Anthony Mitchell’s calm 17 not out guided the team through the closing overs and with support from Prajwal Kharel, Cobar surpassed Narromine’s total in the 38th over.
In challenging and very hot conditions, Narromine’s bowlers kept up the pressure.
Liam Wherritt (2/25) and Daniel Battishall (3/37) fought hard to keep the match alive.
Cobar’s narrow victory showcased their resolve in a tight chase.
Despite Narromine’s bowlers, led by Wherritt and Battishall, making regular breakthroughs, Cobar’s batting resilience saw them through in the final moments.
This thrilling contest will be remembered for its dramatic finish and exceptional all-round performances on both sides.—contributed
