It was a day to regroup for our Essendon 2nd XI, who fell short against Kingston Hawthorn 2nd XI in a tough outing.

Our innings closed at 7/262 from 50 overs. A classy 70 off 87 balls from Ikroop Dhanoa was the highlight. Aidan Salvado's 67 off 99 balls was a half-century to remember. Jamie Moraitis claimed three for 52 for Kingston Hawthorn 2nd XI.

Our opponents knocked off the runs, finishing on 7/266 in 49.3 overs. The hosts' best was a half-century from Vithum Sathyajith, who made 50. Our opponents also got 46 from Luke Ajani. Dhanoa starred with the ball, taking two for 47.

Thanks to the hosts for the contest.