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Today's Fixtures

Future Fixtures

Sun 6 July: Under 13’s vs Edgworth CC (Away)
Mon 7 July: Under 15’s vs Egerton CC (Home)
Mon 7 July: Under 9’s A vs Heaton CC 'A' / Howrich RMI CC 'A' at Bolton Indians CC
Mon 7 July: Under 9’s B vs Howrich RMI CC 'A' / Darcy Lever CC 'A' at Bolton Indians CC
Tue 8 July: Under 13’s vs Prestwich CC (Friendly) (Away)
Wed 9 July: Under 18’s vs Tottington St. Johns CC (Home)
Wed 9 July: Under 11’s A vs Brooksbottom CC (Away)
Wed 9 July: Under 11’s B vs Walshaw CC (Away)

Opening Times

Today 12:00 to 00:00
Sun 12:00 to 22:30
Mon 18:00 to 21:30
Tue 18:30 to 23:00
Wed 18:30 to 23:00
Thu 18:30 to 23:00
Fri 15:00 to 00:00

Match Report Sun 29 June: 2nd XI vs Heywood CC - 2nd XI Championship Cup (Quarter Final) (Away)

Sun Shines, Clifton Dominates: Semi-Finals Here We Come

For the second Sunday in succession, the Clifton faithful turned out at Heywood to witness a convincing Cup win over the home side. In stark contrast to last week, the sun graced us with its presence as the home side won the toss and decided to have a bat. 

Runs were at an absolute premium as Tom and Rob applied the stranglehold, backed up by some lively fielding, so that by the time Lewis came on first change, only 33 runs had come from 14 overs. Lewis then took a wicket with his first ball, but then became a little wayward and conceded a string of boundaries. The response from Liam was to introduce Dan who moved the ball prodigiously, resulting in stats of 4-12 off his seven overs. Liam chipped in with three more as once again, all the bowlers except Rob; probably because the batsmen couldn't lay bat on ball, claimed at least one scalp. 

The final score of 100 never looked like it was going to be a problem and so it proved as Ethan (35no), Sam (25) and Dan (37no) eased the team into the semi-final with a big win over a team from a higher division. 

Hoping for a home tie in the semis where Bury, Dukinfield or Bolton Indians await to try and wrestle away our 2024 crown.

Match Report Sat 28 June: 2nd XI vs Little Hulton CC 1st XI (Home)

Clifton 2s Dismantle Little Hulton 1s to Stay Top

Manchester Road welcomed Little Hulton’s 1st XI, hoping that this season’s fixture would be a different result, as the men from LH turned over the 2nd XI with a century and a half century from two of their top order to dent last year’s promotion hopes. With the 2nd XI sitting pretty at the top of the table, this was an ideal opportunity to right that.

With a cup quarter final the following day, Rob Meredith decided to rest up and save himself, with the challenge of opening the bowling up the hill handed to Dan Jones, partnering the usual Tom Worthington from the top end.

With a maiden each to start the innings, they were soon into the wickets, with Tom taking 2 scalps in his second over, including the dangerous Harrison Calvert with a catch from stand-in keeper, Owen Hogben. The other opener was run out following a suicidal single, before Dan Jones cleaned up last year’s centurion who only managed 4 off 15 this time around.

At 26/4 after 12 overs, things were looking ominous for the visitors.

Jordy came into the attack and took 3-14 from his spell, with Lewis also picking up 1-20 from his spell of 6 overs, before Ethan Kite cleaned them up with 2-0 off the only over her bowled. That’s now 4 wickets for no runs in the last 9 balls Ethan has bowled in the 2nd team. A destroyer of the tail.

A total of 70 to win was never going to cause this batting line up any issues, and so it proved. It was knocked off in 17 overs, with a solid 19 for Ethan Kite and a dominating 54 off 46 from Sam Winstanley, who has found a new lease of life with the bat in recent weeks, posting his second half century in quick succession. Just like buses….

Another week passes and another example that this Clifton 2nd XI should be competing in a much higher division to really push and develop the younger lads in this squad, as they’re sweeping all before them this season with the minimum of fuss. That’s now 17pts clear, and it will take something drastic to prevent them finishing the season as champions.

Match Report Sat 28 June: 1st XI vs Roe Green CC (Away)

Clifton Falter as Roe Green Hit Top Gear

The firsts ended the first half of the season with a hard working but ultimately fruitless defeat at Roe Green, despite providing both the highest individual score and the game's champagne moment. 

Sam Dorsey juggled his bowling attack expertly, but on the day, two medium pacers and three spin options were simply not enough as Roe Green piled up their second 300+ score within the space of six days. Fin Testa has had a great month and his three wickets took him to an impressive 23 during June, but the glaring lack of experience amongst a bowling attack that produced too many 'buffet' balls, to a Roe Green batting order that contained three ex Cliftoners with that very experience that we lacked, was there for all to see. 

It's fair to say though, that ten of these lads will be the same or better players next season (sorry Liam!) and there's not another team in the league that can say that. The youthful exuberance and talent was exemplified by Ollie's champagne rocket from the boundary that hit half way up middle stump to run out the dangerous Luke Norris and in the final event, given the lightning outfield, the 304 total was by no means insurmountable. 

The run chase was punctuated by shots that players would not have played if they were chasing 100 less runs, as proved by the first seven managing double figures but only one reaching thirty. Matt Van Dyk went on to score 87 in 107 balls, as the chase became one for a bonus point at 228. It seemed in the bag at 189-4 with overs to spare, but wickets tumbled under the incessant pressure from the hosts who were themselves chasing the extra point. 

In the final event it was them who secured it although it was unbearably unfair on the young side, to be on the end of a 0-6 point tally having come just seven runs short when Liam Dorsey perished. A repeat of the nine wicket win on the season's opening day, would be most welcome next week at Flowery Field.

Picture - Matt's 87 was top score of the day.

SunGuarding Approved

We're Proud to Be a SunGuarding Club!
Clifton Cricket Club is now officially SunGuarding Approved, thanks to Jane completing the Sun Protection course. We're committed to promoting sun safety for all our players, members, and visitors. Stay safe in the sun - don’t forget your sunscreen!

A Starry Surprise at All Stars Cricket!

We were thrilled to welcome a very special guest to our All Stars Cricket session on Friday evening – Twinkle, the official All Stars mascot! The children were full of excitement as Twinkle made a surprise appearance, bringing plenty of smiles, high-fives, and even some cricket skills to the field.

It was a fantastic evening filled with energy, laughter, and unforgettable memories. The kids loved getting photos with Twinkle and showing off their enthusiasm for the game. A big thank you to Twinkle for making the session extra magical – a true highlight of the summer so far

2025 Sponsorship

Our first sponsorship opportunity for the 2025 season is for our match day ball sponsors.

For just £30 (Inc VAT), you can support Clifton CC, help cover essential costs, and get your name (or business) in front of players, supporters, and the wider community. With over 60 senior fixtures, now’s your chance to be part of the action!

What’s in It for You?

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Act fast! Fixtures will go quickly—simply email cliftonccmembership@gmail.com with your interest.

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