THERE were contrasting fortunes for the Warwickshire Cricket League Division Three newcomers in their opening fixtures.
Five Ways Old Edwardians opened their account with a seven wicket win but Wythall suffered a 60 run defeat on their debut at the higher level.
Five Ways sit proudly joint top of the table after bowling opponents Offchurch out for 120 with Nadim Ali boasting 5-38.
Paul Bryan knocked 58no as Old Eds replied for three.
The Masshouse side could face a stiffer test on Saturday (2pm start) when they entertain a Streetly side who rolled over neighbours Wythall.
The Silver Street outfit looked to be going well as their opponents stumbled to 70-7 but slack bowling allowed them to recover and gallop to 260.
In reply Wythall could only muster 200 all out to pick up just six points from their opening encounter.
The villagers will be hoping for better luck at home to newly-merged Highcroft/Great Barr Unity on Saturday (2pm start).
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