Footscray United has put itself in a strong position heading into day two of its Victorian Turf Cricket Association Isaac Howarth Shield match with Sunshine.
The Bulldogs, who are looking for their first win of the season, had a big early test against last season’s grand finals Sunshine.
Winning the toss, the Bulldogs were led by Dulan Pabasara Waduge, who made 103, as they went on to make 9-321.
The lower order provided handy runs to push the total past 300.
Seddon, Altona Roosters and the Druids all have work to do on day two of their matches.
The Dockers will have to bat well if they are to get the points against Haig Fawkner.
After being sent in, Haig Fawkner made 6-316 with Asher Warnakulasooriya finishing 93 not out.
Weligamage Bhanuka and Adrian Neill took two wickets each for the Dockers.
Altona Roosters have been set a solid run chase by Sunshine United.
The Tigers chose to bat and went on to make 267 before being bowled out in the 74th over.
Nathan Pobega took three wickets for the Roosters.
The Roosters had to face four overs at the end of the day which they managed to get through unscathed, finishing 0-4.
The Druids were bowled out for 136 by Doutta Stars.
After a strong start, the Wizards middle order failed, with three ducks included.
The Stars will resume at 1-76 after batting out the day.
In the Steve McNamara Shield, Williamstown Imperials have already claimed first innings points against West Newport.
West Newport was bowled out for just 91 as none of its bottom six scored more than five.
Kendrick Hatton and Brad Paull took four wickets each for the Imperials.
The Imperials top order quickly got the job done, making 2-220 before declaring.
Andrew Henry made 115 off 94 balls.
West Newport lost two quick wickets and will resume at 2-25, still 104 runs behind.
Meanwhile, Williamstown CYMS is on top in its match with Sunbury.
The CYs won the toss and decided to send Sunbury.
It was the right call, with Sunbury bowled out for 161
Hamish Cooper was the pick of the bowlers with 6-31.
After losing two quick wickets, the CYs settled and finished the day at 4-89.
Recruit Alex Browne is 50 not out.
Newport-Digman and Gellibrand will both need to bat well if they are to come away with points.
The Bulls will need 252 after Tullamarine made 8-251. Ben Hall took three wickets for the Bulls.
Gellibrand will need to chase down West Coburg St Andrews’ 315.
