Cricket

Stunning Foulkes debut helps Nantwich CC to opening day victory

Stunning Foulkes debut helps Nantwich CC to opening day victory

By Andy Dunn
Jason Foulkes had a debut to remember as he bowled Nantwich to an emphatic victory on the opening day of the Cheshire County Cricket League season.

The all-rounder, who signed from St Asaph after impressing in a National Club Championship game against the Dabbers last season, took 7-36 at Cheadle as the home side came up 75 runs short of their target.

April 24, 2023
FEATURE: Former Nantwich star Livingstone now one of world’s best

FEATURE: Former Nantwich star Livingstone now one of world’s best

When he hit a score of 350 off 138 balls for Nantwich against Caldy in a National Club Championship match in 2015, it was clear Liam Livingstone was set for a big career in the sport.

December 2, 2022
Cricket legend Henry Blofeld to perform at Crewe Lyceum

Cricket legend Henry Blofeld to perform at Crewe Lyceum

Legendary cricket commentator and broadcaster Henry Blofeld OBE brings his new show to Crewe Lyceum next month.

Famed for his plummy tones and all-round good humour, ‘Blowers’ brings “My Dear Old Things” to South Cheshire on Thursday September 8.

August 24, 2022
Nantwich CC reach National Club Championship final at Lord’s

Nantwich CC reach National Club Championship final at Lord’s

Nantwich CC saw off Wallasey CC in a one-sided semi-final to reach their second National Cclub final at Lord’s in three years.

In front of a big crowd at their Whitehouse Lane ground, Nantwich were dominate from the off.

August 22, 2022
Nantwich CC secure hat-trick of Phoenix 15 Finals Day wins

Nantwich CC secure hat-trick of Phoenix 15 Finals Day wins

Nantwich CC made it a hat-trick of Phoenix 15 Finals Day wins as they defeated hosts Hem Heath in a closely-fought final.

Nantwich and Hem Heath had earlier beaten J&G Meakin and Norton-in-Hales respectively in their semi-finals played out on a glorious hot day in front of a sizeable crowd.

August 15, 2022
Nantwich CC clinch spot in ECB National Club semi-finals

Nantwich CC clinch spot in ECB National Club semi-finals

Nantwich CC 1sts clinched their place in the ECB National Club Championships with a fine four-wicket victory over Kimberley Institute CC.

The hosts won the toss and put Kimberley into bat and reduced them to 208-9 off their 40 overs.

August 1, 2022
FEATURE: How to have a successful winter nets in cricket

FEATURE: How to have a successful winter nets in cricket

After a long summer season, cricket players all around the country enjoy a few months of mental and physical recovery.

But soon enough, the festive period passes, and new hopes and aspirations start to gather for the new season.

November 25, 2021
Nantwich Vipers seek new Level 3 coach for 2022

Nantwich Vipers seek new Level 3 coach for 2022

Nantwich Vipers are looking to recruit an ECB Level 3 Coach for 2022.

The new recruit will work with the team’s current coaching team.

November 22, 2021
Nantwich CC secure Cheshire County Premier League title

Nantwich CC secure Cheshire County Premier League title

By David Hulme
Nantwich CC 1sts are celebrating another title after securing victory in their final league game of the cricket season.

They travelled to bottom placed Cheadle in search of the two points required to win the Cheshire County Premier League crown.

September 17, 2021
Nantwich CC retain title on Phoenix 15 Finals Day

Nantwich CC retain title on Phoenix 15 Finals Day

Nantwich CC have retained their Phoenix 15 Finals Day crown after another keenly contested cricket tournament.

The finals day, which was played at Nantwich CC’s ground off Whitehouse Lane, had been re-scheduled to Sunday after a wash out of the original day in early August.

August 25, 2021
Cricket Finals to take place at Nantwich CC on August 8

Cricket Finals to take place at Nantwich CC on August 8

Nantwich Cricket Club will host the North Staffs and District Phoenix 15 Cricket Finals this Sunday, August 8.

Nantwich CC are the reigning champions and will be looking to retain the trophy.

August 3, 2021
Nantwich Vipers women’s cricket team teach North of England final

Nantwich Vipers women’s cricket team teach North of England final

Nantwich Vipers women’s cricket team have made it through to a North of England final.

The side will face Yorkshire team Sessay Emeralds in the ECB Women’s National T20 North of England Group Final on Sunday (June 27).

June 22, 2021
Nantwich Cricket Club hail backers after historic Cup win

Nantwich Cricket Club hail backers after historic Cup win

Nantwich Cricket Club officials have heaped praise on their supporters and sponsors after securing a milestone Cheshire Cup victory.

The Dabbers triumphed in a nail-biting final at Cheadle, bringing home the silverware for the first time in their 165-year history.

October 18, 2020