Powys duo earn call ups to Welsh national cricket side

Dylan McPhee and Simon Jones. <i>(Image: County Times.)</i>
Dylan McPhee and Simon Jones. (Image: County Times.)
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DYLAN McPhee is celebrating after earning a call-up for the Wales over 40s national cricket squad.

The Builth Wells all rounder is joined by ex-Llanidloes Cricket Club team-mate Simon Jones who earns his first cap in recognition of his form for Shelton Cricket Club.

Wales take on England at St Fagans CC in Cardiff today (Thursday).

McPhee said: “I am very happy to be picked again for the season opener against the old enemy England.

“I am really looking forward to the game and expecting very tough opposition as always so we will have to be on it.

“We have a few players making their debuts including my ex-teammate from Llanidloes Simon Jones so I am looking forward to catching up.

“Under the captaincy of Sion Morris we are going into this game with a clear focus and a good mix of experience and form.

“Personally, I have been enjoying my cricket with Builth Wells and am feeling in a good place heading into this one and am hoping to contribute with bat and ball.”

McPhee is no stranger to the national set-up having represented Wales at last year’s Over 40s World Cup.

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