Drummond lifted the Midweek Cup Plate after a commanding 112-run victory over Bonds Glen in the final at their home ground, inspired by a superb all-round performance from Dylan Holmes.

Batting first, Drummond amassed an imposing 252 for seven from their 20 overs. Holmes was the outstanding performer, smashing 102 from only 55 deliveries in an innings containing seven fours and nine sixes.

He shared an opening stand of 79 with Michael Lynch, who struck 30 from 17 balls, before captain Andy Doey maintained the momentum with a rapid 37 from just 17 deliveries.

Johnny Young added 17, while James Thompson’s late cameo of 18 from six balls helped Drummond post a formidable target. Jack Morrow was the pick of the Bonds Glen attack with three for 22, while Richard Thompson claimed two wickets.

Bonds Glen were quickly under pressure in reply as Holmes followed his century by taking three for 31. Jamie Mills removed Johnny Haslett and captain Stephen McGowan, while James Thompson also claimed two wickets.

Bobby Buchanan returned the best figures of the innings, taking three for 18 from four overs as Bonds Glen were bowled out for 140 from the final delivery of their 20 overs. Morrow provided the main resistance with a spirited 35 from 18 balls, hitting three fours and three sixes.

North West Board member John Bratton presented the trophy and thanked both clubs and the umpires for their efforts. He said it was pleasing to see a final staged at Drummond and praised Holmes’ century as a special achievement in a cup decider.

SUMMARY SCORE MIDWEEK PLATE FINAL
Drummond Midweek beat Bonds Glen Midweek by 112 runs. 
Drummond Midweek 252/7 (20 overs; Dylan Holmes 102, Andy Doey 37, Michael Lynch 30; Jack Morrow 3-22, Richard Thompson 2-33). 
Bonds Glen Midweek 140 (20 overs; Jack Morrow 35; Dylan Holmes 3-31, Bobby Buchanan 3-18, Jamie Mills 2-21, James Thompson 2-21).