LKO Cup First Round – Penrith v Lowerhouse
Sunday, May 18
Venue: Penrith CC
The Lowerhouse legion made the long journey north to Penrith for the first round of the LKO Cup and returned victorious after a dominant all-round performance.
Having lost the toss, Lowerhouse were asked to field first, and the decision quickly paid off. Pro Salpietro tore through the top order with a superb spell, taking four quick wickets and reducing Penrith to 64 for 6. Despite a brief lower-order rally, Penrith were bowled out for 159 in 43.1 overs.
In reply, Lowerhouse set the tone early. Ben Heap opened with a blistering 40 off just 18 balls before being adjudged LBW. Jonny Whitehead anchored the innings with a composed 72 not out, while pro Dan Salpietro capped off his excellent day with a fluent 36.
The chase was wrapped up in just 21.2 overs, with Lowerhouse finishing on 160 for 2 to comfortably advance to the next round.
📊 Full scorecard here: Lowerhouse CC
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