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Crows in trouble

Sunshine has work to do if it is to claim the Victorian Turf Cricket Association Isaac Howarth Shield premiership.

The Crows had a day to forget on Saturday on day one against Altona North with the bat, which left them on the back foot.

Day two on Sunday was called off and will now be played on the reserve day this Saturday.

Facing Altona North, the Crows took plenty of confidence into the match having been the only team to beat them this season.

On Saturday, Altona North won the toss and decided to bat in warm conditions.

It was in trouble early as it lost three early wickets, while Asela Aluthge retired hurt on just four.

Altona North lower order responded and managed to get it to 9-177 from 60 overs.

Joe Harrison, who came in at number eight, finished with 59.

Charitha Jayampathi took 3-30 off 8.4 overs for the Crows.

With a solid total to chase, the Crows were hoping to get off to a good start with the bat.

It became a nightmare as their top order collapsed.

The Crows slipped to 5-35, with none of their top four reaching double figures.

They finished the day at 5-45.

Pramud Hettiwatte will resume at 18 off 25 balls, while Charitha Jayampathi will resume on zero after surviving 21 balls.

Day two was called off about 2pm with rain continuing to fall throughout the day, allowing the reserve day to come into play.

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