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Caldy 35-38 Chinnor
Caldy 35 - 38 Chinnor
Greene King IPA Championship · 3 · Saturday, 3 October 2026
Match Report
The atmosphere at Paton Field was electric this Saturday as Caldy and Chinnor delivered an absolute classic in the Greene King IPA Championship. From the opening whistle, both sides traded blows in a high-octane encounter that kept the crowd on the edge of their seats throughout. Caldy started with intent, using their powerful forward pack to punch holes in the defensive line, but Chinnor proved to be remarkably resilient, absorbing the pressure and striking back with clinical precision whenever an opportunity arose.
As the second half unfolded, the momentum swung back and forth like a pendulum, with neither team willing to concede an inch. Chinnor fly-half James Richards was instrumental, orchestrating his backline with vision and flair to carve out space that left the Caldy defenders scrambling. Not to be outdone, Caldy captain Ben Jones led a spirited late fightback, orchestrating a sequence of phases that brought the hosts within striking distance, yet a dogged defensive stand from the visitors in the final minutes ultimately secured the narrowest of victories for the travelling side.
This result serves as a massive statement of intent for Chinnor, who will take immense confidence from clinching such a hard-fought win on the road. For Caldy, it is a bitter pill to swallow after such a valiant effort, but they will take heart from their ability to compete at the highest intensity for the full eighty minutes. Both teams have shown they belong in this company, and if today’s thriller is any indication, the remainder of the Championship season promises to be an unpredictable and exhilarating race for every point on the table.
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