A classic batting collapse (and a bit of misfortune) precipitated defeat for the Ramblas, as their fourteenth season came to a close on a sunny September Sunday down in Kent. And it had all started so promisingly, as stand-in skipper Chris Thomas won the toss and chose to bat… Alas, after a watchful start from…
Match Report | vs Crusaders
Despite a spirited effort with bat and ball, the Rambas still succumbed to a 112 run defeat against a good Crusaders side.
Match Report | vs London Itinerants
The Kent Ramblas returned to winning ways in thrilling fashon, securing a one wicket victory on the final ball of the match.
Match Report | vs Chislehurst
The Ramblas’s struggles continued as they suffered a 156 run defeat at the hands of Chislehurst.
Match Report | vs Lamorbey Park
A six wicket haul from Ramblas captain Michael Cooper wasn’t enough, as Lamorbey Park secured a 69 run victory.
Match Report | vs Chislehurst
A controversial 150 from Chislehurst’s opener saw them emerge victorious by 52 runs in a closely fought contest.
Match Report | vs Hildenborough
The Ramblas were unable to gain revenge of old foes Hildenborough as the hosts secured a 49 run win to claim the clean sweep for the season.
Match Report | vs Leybourne
Another week and another replacement fixture saw the Ramblas defeated by 69 runs against Leybourne. The Ramblas were originally due to face old foes Petts Wood but when they dropped out during the week, Leybourne stepped up to the plate to host. Captain Cooper had no trouble getting a side out, with Jake Stratford making…
Match Report | vs Beckenham Merlins
After back to back wins, the Ramblas were brought back down to earth with a thud, comprehensively beaten by a strong Beckenham Merlins outfit. Heading into the game three players short, Ramblas captain Michael Cooper was able to call upon the services of Seth Clifford, Neil Missen and Al Murray to complete the XI. Alas,…
Match Report | vs Chevening Amblers
On a scorching hot day the Ramblas emerged victorious against Chevening Amblers, avenging the defeat to them the previous month. The Ramblas welcomed back their skipper Michael Cooper after his sojourn to the highlands, as well as their erstwhile king of spin Geoff Parrett. However, they were still a couple of players short but luckily…
Match Report | vs Petts Wood
It was a successful battle on two fronts this week, as the Ramblas overcame regular friendly foes Petts Wood… and the rain. Despite captaincy duties falling to Chris Thomas this week, Matt Rudgyard had to do the honours at the toss and the Ramblas were put in the field, with eyes keenly trained on the…
Match Report | vs Eastside CC
Another Sunday, another afternoon of leather on willow at fortress Ex Blues and this time we hosted a late addition to the fixture list in Eastside CC, whoe travelled to West Wickham from Forest Gate in East London. This week, the Ramblas were missing a number of stalwarts from the previous fixture – outgoings were…
Match Report | vs Hildenborough
Ten-man Ramblas left to rue uncharacteristically shonky fielding performance, as regular rivals Hildenborough edge what turned out to be a close encounter. Captain Michael Cooper was once more left wondering if he’d gone back in time, as injuries forced a couple of late withdrawals and there was the lesser-spotted cricket tea to arrange. As ever,…
Match Report | vs Grenfell CC
Rollicking Ramblas break 10-game winless streak, as a Geoff Parrett bowling masterclass and barnstorming knock by Luke Sheridan guide the hosts to a three-wicket victory. In-keeping with the throwback start to their season, the Ramblas were not only faced with finding a replacement opposition in the shape of local team Grenfell CC, but also found…
Match Report | vs Chevening Amblers
Despite vast improvement in the batting department following last week’s never-to-be-mentioned-again (apart from here) showing, Ramblas’ run of woe continued this Sunday as old foes Chevening proved too much in a much closer encounter in West Wickham. Winning the toss and shouting “We’ll have a bowl first” barely a millisecond after the coin hit the…
Match Report | vs Belvedere
Record-breaking Ramblas lived the very epitome of ‘a game of two halves’ this week, as they succumbed to a bowling masterclass against Belvedere. With four changes from the previous week’s defeat to Eltham, the Ramblas headed within sniffing distance of the Dartford Crossing to face a team they hadn’t played since the end of their…
Match Report | vs Eltham
Weather may have curtailed their season opener the previous week, and threatened to do the same this week, but thankfully the rain stayed away and the Ramblas season got underway against first time opposition, Eltham CC. Ramblas skipper Michael Cooper had no problem fielding a side, even with two players dropping out during the week….
Fixtures | 2023
Last year saw the Ramblas bounce back after a tough season the year before, and the club are looking to build on strong performances and aim for their second ever winning season. Sunday 30th April – Teston (A) Sunday 7th May – Eltham (A) Sunday 14th May – Belvedere (A) Sunday 21nd May – Chevening…
Match Report | vs Battersea Eagles
After the disappointment of a narrow loss to Ex Blues last weekend the Ramblas returned to fortress Ex Blues in the hope of securing a victory that would mean ending the season with as many wins as losses. In the absence of Ramblas legend, and skipper, Michael Cooper, Matt Rudgyard was tasked with leading the…
Match Report | vs Ex Blues
While the Ramblas had originally scheduled a week off for the bank holiday weekend, such has been the positive vibes this season both on and off the field, there was an appetite for an extra fixture. Fortunately, Ex Blues lost their opposition and offered to host, aiming…