A DISAPPOINTED crowd of around 3,000 were left with no action in Worcestershire Royals' game yesterday.
Hosts Hampshire suffered their fourth home wash-out of the season when the totesport League match was abandoned at the Rose Bowl without a ball being bowled.
It became clear persistent rain under a leaden sky would provide no cricket, to the added disappointment of a television audience.
Umpires Nigel Cowley and Barrie Leadbitter made their decision after inspecting the outfield and wicket surrounds.
Meanwhile, County teenager Steve Davies took four catches and hit 28 not out as England Under 19s defeated Sri Lanka by eight wickets at New Road yesterday.
The batsman starred behind the stumps as the tourists were dismissed for 124 and then helped lead the team home in 30 overs. Old Trafford hosts the next one-day international between the sides tomorrow.
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