Nelson began their 2026 T20 campaign on Friday evening with a trip to local rivals Colne for their opening group fixture of the season.
Having retained the Scuderi Shield at Seedhill a week earlier in the annual T20 friendly, Nelson won the toss and elected to bat first.
The visitors made an excellent start, with captain/professional Tyler McGladdery and Lewis Bradley sharing a superb opening partnership of 160. Their stand was the third highest first-wicket partnership in Lancashire League history and Nelson’s highest ever partnership in T20 cricket.
Bradley was eventually dismissed for an impressive 69, while McGladdery carried his bat through the innings, finishing unbeaten on 95 from just 55 balls. Their efforts helped Nelson post a formidable 186-2 from their 20 overs.
Set a challenging target, Colne were required to score quickly from the outset and responded impressively. Despite creating opportunities, Nelson were unable to capitalise on their chances as the hosts chased down the target inside 18 overs, losing only four wickets in the process.
It proved to be an entertaining fixture for everyone in attendance, with Colne emerging victorious in the opening group game.
Nelson will look to bounce back this Friday evening when T20 action returns to Seedhill, as they host Accrington.
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