Daubly out for the season?

Rumours persist that all-rounder Steve Daulby's season could be over after suffering a freak achilles injury while moonlighting for Gresford.

The pacy left-armer and hard-hitting batsmen didn't turn out for North West Water last night, with sources close to the player claiming he might not play again this season.

It follows a series of controversies involving the player after he failed to turn up to a team bonding session. Daulby claimed he had to spend time in the garden instead, sparking rumours of dressing room unrest.

But one player, who asked not to be named, said today: "We're gutted for Steve. On his day, he's our Andrew Flintoff, even if his running between the wickets is a bit suspect at times. Hopefully he'll be back before the end of the season, we could certainly do with him."