East Prawle beat Aveton Gifford by 17 runs in a game that saw 425 runs scored by the two teams in 70 overs.

The highlight of the day was a sterling 117 runs by Prawle's Alex Browne.

Aveton Gifford's Brad Harris and Clark both scored half centuries in their attempt to overtake the Prawle total of 221.

Aveton Gifford won the toss and put the home side in.

The visitors took early wickets and had the home side at 13 for 3 before Browne and opener Phil Martin took matters in hand and pushed the scoreboard rapidly on.

Best of the Aveton Gifford bowlers was Laidler, who took 3 for 26 runs in six overs.

For Prawle, skipper Shaun Taylor also took 3 wickets but for only 18 runs in six overs.

The match was played in blazing sunshine and was a thoroughly entertaining affair.