A downpour scuppered any chance of results in Saturday’s round of Armidale District Cricket Association first grade action.
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The town was hit by wet weather mid-afternoon forcing the two matches to be abandoned.
The heavens opened at a good time for Barbarians, who looked in strife against Hillgrove at Lambert Park.
Brad King’s brilliant 100, highlighted by 11 fours and six towering sixes, proved the cornerstone as the Colts posted a formidable 236.
Matt Schaefer played a fine supporting role, scoring a polished 70, peppered by nine fours and two sixes.
Jason Boland with four wickets was the pick of the bowlers from Baa Baas, although its batsmen struggled.
Max Laurie’s dazzling opening spell of 3-1 from three overs put Barbarians on the back foot at 3-4 from five overs when play was stopped.
In the other match, Easts were 2-34 (Todd Francis 23 no) against City when play was halted at Armidale Sportsground.