NZ Emerging Players outclassed by Australians

The New Zealand Emerging Players were soundly beaten by a dominating Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) side in their 50-over match at Redlands Cricket Club, Brisbane today.

Batting first, AIS amassed 300 for the loss of six wickets in their 50 overs. Steve Smith top scored with an unbeaten 125, while Matthew Wade hit 61 and captain Rob Quiney 58. For New Zealand Tim Southee took 2 wickets for 74.

Losing wickets early and regularly, NZEP never looked likely to threaten the target, and were dismissed in 30.5 overs for 110. Only George Worker, last batsman dismissed for 32, offered any resistance to the Australian attack.

NZEP's next match is against the South Africa Emerging Players, on Thursday 23 July.

FULL SCORECARD available at:
http://www.blackcaps.co.nz/content/scorecard/NZEP_V_AIS_21JUL09.aspx

NZC Emerging Players website:
www.blackcaps.co.nz/content/international/emerging-players/default.aspx

Cricket Australia tournament website:
http://www.cricket.com.au/default.aspx?s=emergingplayers09