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    Volts playing for pride in trophy competition

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    Blaze outgun Sparks in doubleheader

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    NEV advance in quest for shield

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    NEV advance in quest for shield

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    Otago Country finish job quickly

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    Otago Country finish job quickly

    Otago Country cricketers gave themselves the afternoon off yesterday.

    Union, Glenavy post convincing victories

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    Union, Glenavy post convincing victories

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    Brothers-in-law double their fun

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    Brothers-in-law double their fun

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