Kristian Shuttleworth hits out in his innings of 55 for Sandal against Wakefield St Michael's.Kristian Shuttleworth hits out in his innings of 55 for Sandal against Wakefield St Michael's.
Kristian Shuttleworth hits out in his innings of 55 for Sandal against Wakefield St Michael's.

PICTURE FOCUS: Image special as Sandal take over at top of table with win over Wakefield St Michael's

Sandal took over at the top of Division Two after continuing their run of good form with a 130-run win in a local derby at Wakefield St Michael’s in the Gordon Rigg Bradford League.

A strong batting display in which several players contributed was at the heart of their latest success. Skipper Kristian Shuttleworth led the way with 55, including three sixes and six fours, while Matthew Westwood smashed 49 off 40 balls, Leighton Shuttleworth hit 49 and Ashley Mackereth a brisk 33 at the top of the order.

Despite the efforts of Joe Finnigan (4-53) to restrict them Ossett were able to post a formidable 268-8 total.

Overseas player Lalit Mangalarapu top scored with 45 as St Michael’s replied, but support was in short supply as they were all out for 138. Brandon Hewlett (3-33), Zaeem Zulfqar (3-11), Sam Noden (2-57) and Amjid Sadiq (2-32) combined to bowl Wakefield out.

Photographer Scott Merrylees captured the action from the derby game and here are some of his images