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An uncharacteristically hot and dry Betchworth CC played host to the Buccaneers’ fixture against Reigate Pilgrims as the June/July/August heatwave showed little sign of abating. As the mercury reached 32 degrees skipper Berry sought to arrange a 30 over thrash. … Continue reading →

Scorchio. Nanny state warnings about being too hot to do anything were ignored. A run fest was expected as was a winning toss from the Buccs captain. Oh dear. With a brown outfield, a lot of chasing leather was expected. … Continue reading →

The subcontinental conditions continued, as we returned to West Chiltington for what is often a competitive fixture – although this year would prove an exception. Falling at the first hurdle, Skipper Eswar lost the toss and West Chiltington, unsurprisingly, elected … Continue reading →

Scorecard can be found here.

Another visit to the pretty postage stamp of Frensham.  Unlike last year when the match was played in pouring rain, the weather was fair.  Frensham seem to prefer limited overs cricket but we agreed to play a declaration game.  In … Continue reading →

As so often in recent years, the warming London sun welcomed us to the historic Hurlingham Club. This year battle was to be played over a 40 over format due to some fuzzy Hurlingham heads from the party the night … Continue reading →

Buccaneers v Armadillos 15th May 2022 Sheffield Park Dills 232-4 dec. Buccs 81-3. Match abandoned: rain After the driest spring on record, it was inevitable that the rain would start falling as the captains went out to inspect the wicket … Continue reading →

16 Buccaners past and present, plus a guest or two met at Woldingham GC today to play a team competition for the Buccacup. Last played for in 2011, this year’s competition was won by the Allstars – the younger players … Continue reading →

Under the watchful gaze of leading sports QC Mark Milliken-Smith, a selection of Buccaneer players past and present met on the evening of Thursday 28 October at the East India Club Pall Mall, to reflect on the past season in … Continue reading →

This year the Gentlemen and the Players returned to Betchworth for the Annual House Match. With overcast conditions and a characteristically spongy wicket prevailing, the Gentlemen won the toss and inserted the Players. The opening partnership of S. Moules and E. … Continue reading →