AN unbeaten century from Andrew Loader took Cranborne to a resounding eight wicket victory when they entertained Rowledge II in the Hamp-shire League County Division Four.

The visitors were bowled out for 161 with Neville Bush, 4-40, and Dan Loader, 3-28, the main wicket takers.

Loader led the Cran-borne reply with 108 not out and he was well supported by Dan Adlem, 42, as the home side cruised to victory off 33.2 overs.

Ellingham were up against Division Two leaders Locks Heath at Picket Post and they found runs at a premium, especially against Bleeck, 3-20.

Mark Burrett made 60, but the only other batsmen in touch were Alan Bordley, 21 not out, and Alistair Redfern, 19, as the home side finished on 167-7.

Locks Heath took 38 overs to achieve their six wicket victory and maintain their unbeaten record with Richardson, 40, Stokes, 44, and Strong, 40, in good form as Burrett claimed 2-47.