22/03/2026
Grand Final Review
A historic day for the Bayswater Postels Cricket Club — our first A Grade premiership in 26 years!
Third Grade entered day two in a familiar position, tasked with defending a low total away from home. Three early wickets gave the boys a genuine sniff, but a strong partnership between Poletti and Bastin saw Ascot take control and ultimately the premiership. Matt Dowsett was outstanding, delivering a fighting spell of 2/6. While it wasn’t the result we were after, it caps off a vastly improved season with several career-best performances — plenty to be proud of.
Now to the main event.
An absolute classic unfolded at Brown Park. Swan View resumed at 5/75, holding a slight advantage. All eyes were on Matt Parnham, the key wicket, and both sides knew it. Wes struck first to remove Dunne with the score at 84, keeping things finely balanced.
The turning point came soon after — Prasad took on the attack and was gone and Greg to pulled off an absolute screamer to dismiss Parnham and swing the momentum our way. Sads then removed the number 10, leaving just one wicket to claim.
Enter Wes Mortin. Caught and bowled
One final breakthrough sealed a famous premiership for the top side — a thrilling 9-run victory.
Genuinely one of the best games of cricket many have witnessed.
The club extends its thanks to Swan View Cricket Club for hosting a hard-fought match played in great spirit at Brown Park. A special mention also to Noelzy from the Community Sports Show, whose contribution to community sport often goes under the radar.
One of the greatest days in club history. Thoroughly deserved, boys.
Now, let’s celebrate. 🏆