MATT Perry-Lewis hit a six off the last ball of the match to give St Cross a thrilling two-wicket win over ECB Southern Electric Premier League rivals Portsmouth at St Helen's, Southsea.

His six-hit over wide mid-wicket climaxed a storming fightback by the Winchester side, who were struggling at 128-7 seven overs from the end.

"We had to get 194 in 29 overs and, with about 30 minutes left, were seven down with a lot to do" admitted skipper Mark Padwick.

"But James Irvine-Fortescue and Stu Charman turned it round with an incredible 60-run partnership.

"We needed 14 off the last over and, when Matt hit the winning six, we swarmed on to the field as if we'd just won the World Cup!

"It really was a fantastic result and has given everyone such a lift"

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