Penultimate match of what seems to have been a long season -- and the ultimate match for our Indian buddy, Anshul, who's heading home in a couple of months. Up against Pickwicks, a mere two points above us in the table but with not 1, not 2, not 3 but 4 games in hand.

So, how did we all do?

• Anshul -- out with a whimper, zero points: that lad need his sleep
• Andy -- what might have been, zero points: was up 9-3 against Alan in the 5th
• Ed -- star for a night, 2 points: 5 end scraped wins v. John and Mark

Thank goodness for a doubles win for Ed and Anshul to gain that 3rd point. Need every one at this stage of the season to keep us up. So long, Anshul, and thanks!