BOWLING: Lowly Dire Straits nearly upset Gilt Edge Short Mat League leaders Brintons in a tight first half but ended up losing 26-9.

High-flying Invincibles also had a fright as a sterling fight-back from opponents Squirrel restricted them to an 18-11 victory.

Tornadoes ran riot in the first half against Aces but were given a tougher match after that, eventually winning 30-9.

Off-form Stourport had to work hard to even take two points against fellow strugglers Chestnuts in a 14-20 defeat.

Other result: Wribbenhall 18, Untouchables 14; Crusaders 15, Blakedown 24.

Meanwhile, Worcestershire Premier drew their second match of the season 18-18 at Warwickshire.

The A side lost 24-12 at home to Warwickshire.