Sidmouth suffered a big blow to their hopes of retaining the Francis Clark Devon League title when they lost by three wickets in the final over of a thrilling contest at Exmouth.

Batting first there were useful contributions from Pete Randerson (49), Luke Bess (43) and opener Mat Cooke (44) in a Sidmouth total of 237-8 from 50 overs.

Exmouth got home in the final over with three wickets and five balls to play with on 241-7.

Make sure of your copy of the Sidmouth Herald – out next on Friday, July 19, for a full match report and news from the other two senior sides at the Fortfield ground