The Over 50’s World Cup is currently on in Australia and the NBLs (Natural Born Losers), one of Cornwall’s one day teams, is well represented with three players involved.

Adrian Dale is a Cornwall legend. He came to the club as an overseas professional and returned following a 14 year First Class playing career with Glamorgan. He once scored more than 1,500 runs in a Premier season which remains a record in Auckland. At the Over 50’s World Cup Adrian’s performances so far are as follows:

• 61 & 45/3 off 9 v Pakistan

• 17 v Australia

• 102 v Canada

• 1/17 off 6 v Wales

Dean Askew represented Auckland in 21 First Class fixtures, finishing up with 54 wickets at an average of 25. Dean’s performances so far are as follows:

• 17 & 0/14 off 4 v Pakistan

• 0 & 1/35 off 7 v Australia

• 2/30 off 9 v Canada

• 1/25 off 4 v Wales

Richie Horner, an ex NBL, is travelling as the official scorer for the side.

Article added: Sunday 02 December 2018