The last round of the Mark Cromie Holden 50-over club cricket competition saw five of the six sides potentially in a position to qualify for the final. Kaipara Flats had the inside running and their bonus-point victory ensured they will be there, while Kamo secured the other berth with a
Tight race to make the finals
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In reply, City did well to take the game to the last over with solid contributions from Harry Darkins (41) and Steve James (40). The game was finally won by Maungakaramea as the last ball was caught on the boundary with City four runs from victory.
The final crucial game was between Kamo and Onerahi played on the grass wicket at Kamo Reserve. Batting first, Kamo posted a healthy 181/7. Opener Rhys Farrand scored 39, while a middle order partnership between Dean Williams (39 not-out) and Jamie Millar (28) was crucial in carrying Kamo through to their final total.
In reply, Onerahi lost crucial wickets and were eventually dismissed for 80. Logan Choat, Richie McPherson and Adam Ogle all took three wickets to help secure the bonus point and entry to the final.
The final will be played at Cobham Oval on March 4.