David Hickey on an unforgettable 2025 season

Eleven men in cricket whites standing in a field with trees in the background — Mill Hill Village Cricket Club 1st XI

Mill Hill Village Cricket Club is toasting an unforgettable 2025 season after all five adult league teams secured promotion – a feat unmatched in living memory.

Leading the charge for the club’s Saturday league sides, the 1st XI claimed the Herts Premier Cricket League’s Division 4B title and will step up to Division 4A next summer. It marks back-to-back promotions for captain Devraj Ray’s side, which he says has been powered by hard work, sharp habits, and a team spirit that is second to none.

The 2nd XI, under new skipper Hamdard Jan Temori, finished just two points shy of Potters Bar CC 3rd XI at the top of Division 7 East.Meanwhile, the 3rd XI, led by Pryank Patel, sealed promotion with a decisive final-day win over Northwood CC 4th XI. They ended the campaign second in Division 11 West.

The 4th XI, captained by Ken Shakoor, also grabbed second place and promotion from Division 12 East.

And in a milestone moment, the club entered a Sunday league side for the first time. Captain H Ikram’s team secured promotion from Division 5 in second place – boasting the league’s highest net run rate of 2.03.

A Mill Hill Village Cricket Club spokesperson said: “Five promotions in a single season is an extraordinary achievement and something everyone at the club can be proud of. From the 1st XI winning their division to the brilliant efforts across all our Saturday sides and our new Sunday league XI, it shows the depth, commitment and spirit within Mill Hill Village. It truly feels like a golden era for the club.”

The club intends to build on its success by entering a 5th XI into the Herts Premier Cricket League in 2026.

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