BUCKS CRICKET

Bucks Men tested by Northants at Tring Park

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:17:16 +0000

Report: Michael Knox

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Aadi Sharma (68) and Ed Horsley shared a 123-run partnership for Bucks Men in their final warm-up match against Northamptonshire Academy at Tring Park on Sunday.

Former Sussex all-rounder Bertie Foreman also contributed 40 off 26 balls, including 24 from one over, as Bucks posted 348/9 from their 50 overs.

Matt Pardoe, formerly of Herefordshire, was bowled by Beaconsfield teenager Ben Taylor for 26, while Archie Dodds made a quickfire 30 from 17 balls in the closing overs.

Northants Academy's reply was led by two great knocks from Adam Fox (79) and Alex Corbett (73), but they ultimately fell short of the total.

Scores: Bucks Men 348/9 (Sharma 68, Horsley 65) (Kochhar 3-60)

Northants Academy 264 (Fox 79, Corbett 73) (Foreman 5-68)

Thank you very much to Tring Park for hosting us, and best of luck to Northants Academy for the upcoming season.

Bucks Men travel to Usk CC on Sunday to start their

Bucks Women win two from two in style as they started their Vitality Blast campaign against Hertfordshire on Sunday.

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Batting first in both games, Bucks posted 153/7 and 163/6 respectively in front of a well-spirited crowd at Wormsley Cricket Ground.
It was a debut to remember for Essex Academy loanee Amelie Bishop, as she starred with the bat, top scoring in Game One (40) and Game Two (73).
Debutant Afra Rose Mohamed opened up with 21 runs, and Tilly Fellows smashed 37 from just 22 balls in Game One, finding the boundary six times on her way to posting 153.
After a steady start from Hertfordshire, Bucks took 3 wickets in 4 overs through Natasha MacBean and a Tegan Stockdale run out, which restricted the visitors to 24/3 in the power play.
Bishop followed up with a wicket in her first over, and Herts found themselves 39/4 at the halfway stage.
The clinical bowling continued, with MacBean finishing her 4-over spell with 3-17, and debutant Eva Lewis opened her account for Bucks with 2 wickets.
It was a brilliant all-round display from Bucks Women in Game One, and they sealed a comfortable 69-run victory.

After batting first once again, it was the Townsend and Bishop show as they ran up the total in an explosive 71-ball partnership, bringing Bucks up to an improved total of 163/6.
Elizabeth Clune was the pick of the bowlers for Hertfordshire as she picked up 3-25 from 4 overs.
Once again, it was a steady start from Herts before losing 3 wickets in one eventful MacBean over, with Bishop taking two catches and Cara Duggan running out Reese Nash with a direct hit.
That didn’t stop the away side’s momentum for too long as they reached 55/3 with 10 overs to go, before Lewis struck with back-to-back LBWs, reducing Hertfordshire to 58/5.
There was hope for the visitors after a costly Stockdale over went for 15 runs before she made amends with a wicket on the final ball of the 14th over.
After a spirited effort from Eva Cullen (39), she fell in the final over of the run chase to Charlie Mailey, and they fell 47 runs short of the total.

Two very impressive displays from Bucks in their season opener see them top of the table on 10 points, including 2 bonus points which could prove to be crucial come the end of the season.

Match Highlights
Game One - Game Two - Scorecards

Game One - Game Two - League Table - Bucks Women travel to Ipswich CC on Sunday in Round 1 of the

ROLE VACANCY: Operations Administrator - Pathway & Participation

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Bucks Cricket is recruiting an Operations Administrator - Pathway & Participation to support the Bucks Cricket staff with the organisation and administration of the programmes delivered to make cricket inclusive, enjoyable and accessible to all.
To review the Job Description for the role, please click Cover Letter
CV

Interviews are scheduled to take place on w/c 11th May Aylesbury or Milton Keynes.
*Please only submit an application if you already have the right to work in the UK, we are unable to provide sponsorship*

2026 Handbook

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:52:00 +0000

The 2026 handbook has been published.
You can view it Amelie Bishop and Hannah Davis join the squad on loan.

Ben Ungaretti wants to continue growth from 2025: After a strong first season, teams will be more aware of what we bring, so we’ll need to keep evolving.
There have been a few changes.

Bucks Cricket announces MK Buffet Village as County Squads Partner

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:07:10 +0000

Bucks Cricket is proud to announce a new partnership with MK Buffet Village, who will become the County Squads Partner for the 2026 season.

The partnership will see

MK Buffet Village - the biggest buffet restaurant in Milton Keynes serving food from Indian, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Mexican, and traditional British cuisines.
They offer great value and great choice by serving over 100 freshly prepared dishes using the best quality ingredients at an affordable price.

Coloured Trousers 38

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 08:51:00 +0000

As we move away from the winter gloom and the days get longer, Bill Scholes has whetted the appetite for cricket with his 38th edition of the Bucks newsletter Coloured Trousers.
This issue includes interviews with Bucks skipper Conner Haddow, new recruit Bertie Foreman and new Bucks women's captain Clare Duggan.
There are also comprehensive fixture lists of both the men's and women's 1st XIs.
Download, printout or read Bucks Cricket is proud to announce a new partnership with CSM Design & Decor, who will become the Regional Squads Partner for the 2026 season.

The partnership will see

From concept to completion, CSM Design & Decor offers bespoke design and decorating services that elevate any space.

Chris Mottau, CSM Design & Decor says: "CSM Design & Decor are proud to partner Bucks Cricket Regional sides for the coming season.

Bucks Cricket announces Steven Eagell Toyota as Disability Partner

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Bucks Cricket is delighted to announce a new partnership with Steven Eagell Toyota, who will become the Disability Partner for the 2026 season.

The agreement will see

At Steven Eagell Toyota, as well as offering the full range of new Toyota cars and up to 2,500 quality used vehicles in group stock, they also offer an extended range of facilities.

Sheraz Rashid, Group Operations Director, Steven Eagell Toyota says: “We’re incredibly proud to be partnering with Bucks Cricket to sponsor their disability team for the upcoming season.

Sharing Buckinghamshire roots, Steven Eagell Toyota, which began in Milton Keynes, has grown while maintaining a strong commitment to working with and supporting local communities seven days a week.

Josh Lincoln signs for Bucks

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:14:21 +0000

Welcome to Buckinghamshire, Josh Lincoln!
The former Berkshire all-rounder will join up with Bucks Men for the upcoming 2026 season.
Josh joins Bucks Cricket with five years of National Counties experience at Berkshire, including a match-defining 124 (98) in the NCCA Championship Final 2024, as well as a five-wicket-haul (5-52) against Devon last season.
We spoke with our latest signing ahead of his move across the border and asked him what he's aiming to achieve in 2026.
Here’s what he had to say:

Q1.
Answer: Yes, I’m very much looking forward to meeting up with the squad.

Q2.
Answer: I’m a middle-order batsman and seaming all-rounder coming into my fifth year of NCCA cricket, having played the past four with my childhood county, Berkshire.

Q3.
Answer: Over recent years, Bucks have had great success in the red ball, winning two out of the past three Championship Finals.
First and foremost, the goal is to win silverware.

Men's Captain Conner Haddow is delighted with the arrival: "I’m buzzing, to be honest.
"He’s one of those players who contributes in all departments and raises the standard around him.
"With the ball, he has great skills at the death, which is massive in tight games.
"Overall, he’s the kind of player who can impact games in multiple ways, and I’m certain he’ll contribute in a lot of games for us this season.

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Bucks Cricket announces Bloom Health Hospitals as Headline Sponsor

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:09:00 +0000

Bucks Cricket is delighted to announce a new partnership with Bloom Health Hospitals, who will become the Headline Sponsor for the 2026 season.

The agreement will see "With Bloom Health Hospital’s support, we are excited to continue growing the game, investing in our players, and strengthening our connection with the wider Milton Keynes community.
"We have enjoyed getting to know Ravinder and Fateh at Bloom Health, and are excited to build a strong and successful relationship together over the seasons ahead.

At Bloom Health Hospitals, everything they do is guided by a patient-first philosophy.

Ravinder Singh Punia, CEO/Founder at Bloom Health Hospitals, said: "We see this partnership with Bucks Cricket CIO as a meaningful opportunity to combine community impact with long-term value.
"Cricket is something that resonates deeply with us at a personal level.
"From Bloom Health perspective, we are keen to build a partnership that is visible, engaging, and delivers real benefit, whether that’s through community outreach, player and family wellbeing initiatives, or creating wider awareness around accessible healthcare.
"We are here to support our communities seven days a week, and we believe this collaboration can become a strong example of how sport and healthcare can work together to make a genuine difference.
"We look forward to working closely with you and the team to bring this to life.

Like Bucks Cricket, they are here to support our communities seven days a week, and this collaboration shows how sport and healthcare can work together to make a genuine difference.

ROLE VACANCY: Conduct and Culture Officer

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Bucks Cricket is recruiting a Conduct and Culture Officer to ensure that cricket across Buckinghamshire remains welcoming, respectful, and enjoyable for everyone, while maintaining confidence that any issues of conduct are addressed fairly, consistently, and transparently.
To review the Job Description for the role, please click Cover Letter
CV

Interviews are scheduled to take place on 15th April in Aylesbury.
*Please only submit an application if you already have the right to work in the UK, we are unable to provide sponsorship*

Bertie Foreman signs for Bucks

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Buckinghamshire, Bertie Foreman!
The former Sussex all-rounder will join up with Bucks Men for the upcoming 2026 season.
Bertie joins Bucks Cricket with three years of professional experience at Sussex, including a loan spell at Worcestershire last season, as well as a few series under his belt for England U19s against the likes of Australia and Sri Lanka.
We spoke with our latest signing ahead of his move to Bucks and asked him what he's aiming to achieve in 2026.
Here’s what he had to say:

Q1.
Answer: Really excited to be playing for Bucks.

Q2.
Answer: I'm an off-spinning all-rounder who came through the Sussex pathway and was signed there for the last three years.

Q3.
Answer: I think the main goal would be to win a white-ball competition with the guys.

Head of Performance, Jason Harrison is pleased with the addition: "Bertie is a highly talented, genuine all-rounder who will add real quality to our hungry squad.
"We are over the moon he has signed – with both Matt and Bertie now wearing the Bucks Swan, we are all looking forward to a fun summer ahead!

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ROLE VACANCY: Cricket Development Officer - Women and Girls (North Bucks) and Aylesbury Community

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:12:00 +0000

Bucks Cricket is recruiting a full-time Cricket Development Officer to grow participation in cricket by delivering inclusive, accessible and sustainable programmes for women and girls across MK and North Buckinghamshire, alongside community-based cricket development in Aylesbury, with a strong focus on engaging under-represented and diverse communities.
To review the Job Description for the role, please click Cover Letter
CV

Interviews are scheduled to take place on Monday 9th March.
*Please only submit an application if you already have the right to work in the UK, we are unable to provide sponsorship*

Bucks Cricket CIO Welcomes Two Trustees

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:42:00 +0000

Bucks Cricket CIO is delighted to welcome Anuj Sharma and Laura Hall to its Board of Trustees.
Anuj joined the Trustees at its last meeting in November, while Laura joined at the start of the 2025.
Anuj is Global Technical Programme Lead for Santander Digital Services and explained his motivation for joining the Trustees:

“I’m passionate about grassroots cricket and the positive impact it has on young people and local communities.
Becoming a trustee is a meaningful way for me to give back to a sport that has given me so much, while using my experience in strategy, digital, and community engagement to support the CIO’s development.
Laura is Head of Psychology, Teacher of PE and Director of Cricket at Dr.
“I believe there are boundless avenues to continue the hard work of Bucks Cricket to grow the women and girls’ game and feel I can impact and innovate within these areas as a trustee.
They join Ian Hodgson (Chairman), Rich Hudson (CEO), Stuart Beck (FD), Martin Watts, Graham Rance, Yolanda Harris, Mike Sutliff, Raj Brar, Breffni Walsh and Jessica Chu on the Board of Trustees for Bucks Cricket CIO.

Bucks Cricket renews partnership with G&P

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 08:21:00 +0000

We’re delighted to announce that we’ve renewed our kit partnership with Gentlemen and Players!
G&P produce some of the best cricket kit in the country and are leaders in high-quality equipment, especially their outstanding range of bats.
Head to As the year draws to a close, this is a message first and foremost to thank everyone involved in cricket in Buckinghamshire for their efforts through the year.
There are no silver bullets for success.
For Junior Cricketers and their Parents: put the enjoyment of the game first (players who enjoy cricket stay in the game longer and improve more over time), then put the will to improve second and work on all areas of your game (skills, physical, tactical and emotional).
Enjoyment and continual improvement will take you further than heaping pressure on yourself to perform.
For Clubs: the most sustainable clubs we see are those that invest deliberately in people, not just teams - continually building a broad volunteer base and ensuring the Cricket Club is a place the whole family wants to spend their summer evenings and weekends.
Please keep investing time and effort - and getting the right coaches and organisers on board – in Women and Girls’ Cricket.
Bucks Cricket is primarily a team of development officers and coaches.
We have published the Bucks Cricket CIO Impact Report for 2025, available on our website here: To pick out three highlights from the season:

Clubs collectively had 49 Girls’ teams that played in 262 fixtures in Bucks Girls’ Leagues - a 70% fixture increase from 2024

Bucks Cricket was awarded ‘County Board of the Year’ by the MCC Foundation for our work developing talented cricketers from State Schools

Bucks Men won the NCCA Championship for the second time in three seasons, with three debutants this year who have come through the County Player Pathway

Bucks Cricket is entering into a new strategic cycle from 2026 to 2028 - having successfully presented our strategy to the ECB, and this Autumn having received ECB ‘Ready to Invest’ status, where they will match-fund new community programmes we are looking to set up.
We are looking for Sponsors for the next three years.
We have been delighted that this Autumn, we have received funding from The Clare Foundation, HS2 Ltd and the Rothschild Foundation to take cricket into our urban areas (particularly Milton Keynes, Aylesbury and High Wycombe) to those who would not otherwise be able to access it, whether that’s due to cost, cultural or confidence barriers – and then hopefully transition participants into Clubs for lifelong participation.
Bucks Cricket became a charity in 2023.
You can follow all the latest updates from Bucks Cricket on That’s everything from me, for now.
Wishing everyone an enjoyable Christmas and festive season.
Many thanks,

Rich Hudson

Bucks Cricket CIO (Charity No.
Bucks Cricket connects every level of the game across the county — from grassroots programmes to performance pathways — supporting players, volunteers, clubs and communities to thrive.
From Milton Keynes in the north to Marlow in the south; from County teams to inspiring children in schools; from supporting our 98 affiliated cricket clubs to breaking down barriers to participation through our free-to-access Community Programmes, Bucks Cricket plays a central role in the county’s sporting and social fabric.

Sponsorship Opportunities

We are seeking sponsors ideally committing to a three-year partnership.
Headline Sponsor

Main sponsor across all team, staff and training shirts and tops
£15,000–£30,000 per annum

County Sponsors (sleeve sponsor across all team shirts)

£4,000–£7,000 per annum (each)

Bucks Men & Boys (U13–U18) and Disability Cricket

Bucks Women & Girls (U13–U18)

Regional Sponsors (sleeve sponsor across all team shirts for U10–U12)

£3,000–£6,000 per annum (each)

North Bucks (Milton Keynes district)

East Bucks (Chesham district)

West Bucks (Wycombe district)

South Bucks

Community Programmes Sponsors - Match-funded by the ECB

Supporting free-to-access sessions for those who may not otherwise play cricket
£4,000–£7,000 per annum (each)

Milton Keynes

Aylesbury

High Wycombe

Showcase Events Sponsors

£2,500–£5,000 per annum (each)

Bucks Men T20 NCCA home match-days (2)

Bucks Women T20 ECB home match-days (3)

Bucks Men 50-over NCCA home match-days (2)

Bucks Women 50-over ECB home match-days (3)

Bucks Men 3-day home matches (2)

Bucks Men v Middlesex at Wormsley

Milton Keynes Cricket Festival

Bucks Junior Club Competitions Sponsor: £2,500 per annum

Sponsor Benefits

All sponsors will receive:

Regular digital and social media coverage

Invitations to showcase event lunches and hospitality

Advertising banners at matches

Additional benefits and bespoke packages can be tailored to ensure mutually beneficial partnerships.
Why Partner with Bucks Cricket?

Social impact: Over 20,000 children engaged annually, with participation growing year-on-year

Talent development: Supporting local players through the Bucks Cricket Pathway

Brand visibility: Kit branding, showcase events, strong digital reach, and county-wide exposure across clubs, schools and community partners

Align with a values-driven charity championing inclusion, wellbeing and opportunity through cricket

Contact:
Richard Hudson – CEO, Bucks Cricket CIO
richard.
Learn more via the Bucks Cricket CIO Impact Report 2025, available here:
We are delighted to share that Cara Duggan has been confirmed as the Buckinghamshire Women’s Captain for the 2026 season, continuing her role for a fourth year.
The all-rounder began her journey with Bucks Girls U11s, and after scoring 1000 runs and 50 wickets for Bucks Women 1st XI, became our 9th Women's Capped Player.
Cara took on the role of Captain in 2023, and enjoyed some success by reaching the Tier 3 Vitality Blast Final, as well as a 4th placed finish in the Metro Bank One Day Cup.
We spoke with our Women’s Captain and asked her what we can expect in the upcoming 2026 season.
Here’s what she had to say:

Q1.
Answer: It feels really good, I love the girls and Bucks is my home.

Q2.
Answer: Yes definitely.

Q3.
Answer: I know the girls are at their best when I'm at my best.

Women's Lead Coach, Ben Ungaretti expressed his excitement: "Cara’s reappointment as Captain reflects both her consistency and her influence on the wider squad.
"From a coach perspective, her standards set the tone for how we prepare, compete and carry ourselves.
"She brings clarity in decision making, a calm presence in pressure moments and a genuine commitment to developing the players around her.
"Her leadership has been a stabilising force for Bucks cricket, and another season with her at the helm gives us continuity, ambition and a competitive edge.
"I’m confident the group will continue to grow under her guidance and that she will lead with the same integrity and drive that earned her this role again.

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