Hambledon v Winchester University - 24 April 2016

Opening home match of the season at the Ridge on a very cold April day, with Hambledon losing to Winchester Uni by 2 wickets.

Thanks to stand-in photographer Rhidian for snapping pics while Hambledon were in the field...

Prad spoons one in the air but manages to avoid getting caught Prad prepares to swat away a high full toss Solid straight drive from Ash Prad scoops it over Spencer's head at square leg Bails fly as Prad's off stump is pegged back Ash hits out on the on-side... ...but only manages to pick out the fielder Tim scoops the ball straight to a fielder George and Wayne at the crease Classic straight drive from George Harding Classic ball in the midriff from George Harding Wayne demonstrates the solid base straight from the coaching manual Resty hits out... ...but falls to a cheeky catch in the covers Prad sends down the first over of the innings Seb enjoying his new spot opening the bowling Quite a number of spectators for a bitterly cold April day Resty takes his turn with the ball George gives it some flight Wayne spots the assembled press corps... ...before taking his turn down the hill Tim, concealed beneath multiple layers of clothing Resty still toiling away Meanwhile, Future Hambledon is practising in the nets Skipper decides to come on for a few overs Batsman starting to charge at Resty (shortly before being stumped) Lewis hoping he doesn't get another one on the end of the finger Captain Jack with his head in his hands, and it's only the first game...