Northern Districts Knights battle Auckland Aces at Cobham Oval

Northern Districts batsman Brett Hampton, seen here blocking the ball in front of Auckland keeper Ben Horne, resurrected the home side's innings with 57 at Cobham Oval yesterday. Photo / John Stone

The Northern Districts Knights braved the hot sun in their first Northland fixture of 2020 against the Auckland Aces yesterday in a 50-over Ford Trophy match at Whangārei's Cobham Oval.

Northern Advocate photographer John Stone was there to catch the action. For full results, visit www.nzc.nz.

Northern Districts middle order batsman Peter Bocock reaches for a delivery on his way to making 42 runs from 56 balls. Photo / John Stone

Auckland bowler Sean Solia bursts through the crease under the watchful eye of umpire Damian Morrow. Photo / John Stone

Over 100 Whangārei Primary School pupils braved the heat to watch the two domestic sides play. Photo / John Stone

Auckland Aces fielder Finn Allen took an excellent diving catch to remove Northern Districts' Peter Bocock. Photo / John Stone

Black Cap Colin Munro was an important figure in the field for Auckland. Photo / John Stone

Brett Hampton (left) and Peter Bocock were key members in reviving the Knights' batting innings. Photo / John Stone

Northern Districts batsman Joe Walker backs up as Auckland spinner Louis Delport watches his ball in flight. Photo / John Stone