Halstead Cricket Club secured promotion on the final day of the season, chasing down a modest total under fading light to seal the divisional title and a return to the top flight after more than a decade away.
The result came down to the last few overs, with the home side needing steady heads rather than heroics. A watchful partnership saw them over the line to spark celebrations at the pavilion.
A season built on consistency
The captain praised the squad’s depth, pointing to a run of results earned by bowlers and lower-order batters rather than one or two star names.
- Nine wins from the final eleven fixtures
- A settled bowling attack that took wickets in every match
- Strong turnouts from the second eleven feeding the first team
Attention now turns to strengthening the squad for a harder division. The club has confirmed pre-season nets will begin in the spring and is appealing for new players of all abilities to come along and try the game.
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