Cricket round-up: Knighton batter hits 232, as Builth Wells remain top

Knighton returned to winning ways with a thrilling 164-run home victory over Birlingham in Division Seven (South) - thanks to a 232 runs by Dan Fenwick-Lofts.

Fenwick-Lofts produced a mesmeric 232 from just 153 balls, which featured 23 fours and 12 sixes during a remarkable showing.

Laura Wade also weighed in with 51 and an undefeated 35 from Ben George led Knighton to a commanding 359/1.

Stuart Mason attempted to lead the comeback charge for Birlingham - while Joe Hudson (27) and Martin Downes (25) also scored respectably.

But they were eventually bowled out for 195, as Joseph Houchin took three wickets for Knighton.

That latest victory leaves Knighton in fifth-place and 18 points adrift of the top four.

Division Six (South) leaders Builth Wells cruised to victory over Ombersley thirds, after winning by eight wickets in the Worcestershire County Cricket League.

Ombersley opened with the bat but came up against a formidable fielding performance from Builth Wells.

Jamie Hathway’s unbeaten 25 was the standout for Ombersley, who were bowled out for 99, thanks in large part to Ben Cripps’ three wickets.

Builth Wells comfortably hit their target inside the eighth over and conceded just two wickets in the process.

Neil Harris high-scored for Builth Wells - while Nathan Howell (27) and Lyndon Jones (14 not out) sealed the victory.