In a captivating fixture of the Palace Shield Competition, White Coppice CC secured a definitive 42-run victory over Whittle & Clayton le Woods CC.

Batting first, White Coppice posted a strong total of 221, thanks to Chris Maguire’s robust 72 off 81 balls and debutante Antony Dark’s pivotal 39 not out.

Ibby Akram’s exceptional bowling, capturing 6 wickets for 58 runs, dismantled the opposing batting lineup, restricting them to just 179 all out.

This performance not only showcased the team’s depth but also solidified their standing with a rewarding 12 points in the Division 4 table.