Andrew Stonell turns in an excellent knock but cannot stop Frome 2nds from falling to Lansdown

A fine innings from opener Andrew Stonell could not prevent Frome 2nd from falling to defeat against Lansdown 2nds.

Lansdown skipper Dan Veal smashed a terrific 125 for Lansdown, ably supported by 75 from Jack Betenson – with whom he had tallied 147 for the opening partnership.

Charlie Smith was the pick of the hosts' attack with 3-53, but Lansdown amassed 281-6 from their 45 overs.

In response, Frome's Andrew Stonell was the top scorer with 85.

His knock, combined with 42 for Smith and 35 from Mat Bracher, helped Frome reach 209 before being skittled, for a total of 8 bonus points.