Thirsk Cricket Club took on an MCC XI at its Newsham Road ground last Thursday as part of the club's 150th anniversary celebrations.

Despite dreadful weather in the morning and a heavy defeat, Thirsk chairman George Gifford said the occasion was a great success.

The MCC made 216-3 batting first, with Oliver Hutton, grandson of the legendary Sir Leonard Hutton, hitting the top score of 75.

He was supported by S Bhava and Richard Frost, who both made 38.

In reply, the host club were all out for 96, including 24 from Dave Greenlay. Richard Hawthorne and Lovell each took four wickets for the MCC.