The 1996-97 Victorian Premier Cricket first grade final was played between Northcote Cricket Club and Melbourne University Cricket Club at the Albert Ground.

Northcote defeated Melbourne University by 275 runs on the first innings to win the first-grade premiership

Pictured – Northcote Cricket Club wicket keeper Darren Berry who scored 109 in Northcote’s first innings of 404.

First Grade Premiers – Northcote
Second Grade Premiers – Frankston Peninsula
Third Grade Premiers – Geelong
Fourth Grade Premiers – Melbourne University

Club Championship – Melbourne

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