Builth Wells march on in Worcestershire County Cricket League

A brilliant batting display powered Builth Wells to another victory in Division Six (South) of the Worcestershire County Cricket League.

Nathan Howell led the way with a blistering century as the table-toppers swept Amigos Kempsey aside to record their eight win in nine outings.

After winning the toss and opting to bowl, Builth made inroads as they reduced their visitors to 64-5.

But a superb unbeaten 130 from Arun Surendran helped lift Amigos to a final total of 248.

Ben Cripps was the pick of the Builth bowlers with 3-41 while Dylan McPhee took 2-36.

Builth made light work of their chase as Howell plundered 14 fours and six sixes on his way to 113.

Opener Neil Harris made 57 as the hosts reached their target in the 26th over.

The victory left Builth 25 points clear of second-placed Stone.

Kington picked up a welcome win in Division Seven (South).

Duncan Morgan, Aidan Mills and Gary Irwin all took two wickets as visiting Luctonians made 199-9 from 45 overs.

Ian Probert top scored with 67 and Jamie Simpson made 50.

Kington's batters then got to work as they chased down the total for the loss of five wickets in 38 overs.

Henry Powell took the individual honours with an unbeaten 50 with Morgan (45), Robert Stokes (32) and Ben George (28) make valuable contributions.