It was a case of the young and the old blowing out candles during week with 2 Mudrats becoming a year older. Life Member Nandor Smith turned 33 yesterday whilst up and coming bean counter, opening batsman and wicket keeper James “Pebbles” Ramplin celebrating his 19th today. Pebbles, who I think got his nickname for the attraction of Fred Flintstones daughter at a young age will miss tomorrow’s crucial C7 clash in favor to support Red,white and blue cocks……interesting. After all it is his birthday and he can enjoy what he wants so all the best to him. For all other dedicated Mudrats it is business as usual with the smell of red leather and the feel of nice cold tins on the agenda for the afternoon.