A memorable partnership was forged at South Wangaratta Recreation Reserve a fortnight ago in Benalla Bushrangers’ B-grade match against Rovers United Bruck.
Tasked with chasing Rovers’ first innings total of 236, Christian De Fazio opened the batting and produced a knock for the ages.
In just his second game of the season, De Fazio carved out an unbeaten 101 off 98 balls to record his fourth career ton in the Wangaratta and Disctrict Cricket Association.
As wickets fell around him, De Fazio stood tall to keep runs ticking over in the Bushrangers’ valiant chase.
In need of a batting partner, Christian’s nephew Jasper came to the crease in the 21st over and the two mounted a crucial fightback.
Jasper whacked a classy 39 off 48 balls to keep his side in the hunt.
The Bushies fell by 62-runs, but the match would be remembered for the resilient 99-run partnership between uncle and nephew.