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Q: A fantastic match was played on Thursday between Battle CC and the Australian Crusaders and it’s certainly not a misnomer as our opponents today were Battle Cricket Club.
Think Battle of Hastings and 1066 and you’ll understand the rich history of this cricket club.
Australia Crusaders batted first and scored an unremarkable 6 for 232 of 35 overs and Battle although with a few anxious moments cruised past the total with 13 balls to spare.
Cricket is a lifetime game filled with friendships, runs, wickets and golden ducks with everything in between and at times we forget the man officiating, the umpires.
For those in my age era you’ll notice in the photos that the match umpire was no other than John McKinnon.
John is not only a great man, respected by all, he’s the Crusaders official umpire.
John has hung up his playing bat and now tours with the Crusaders as an umpire, but he’s best remembered for his longevity on World of Sports and was Australia’s leading football commentator.
Could there hardly be a better man than McKinnon in cricket? 🏏
