ELWORTH cruised to their fifth victory out of six games to hit the top five in NSSC Division One.

Although promotion is out of the question for another season, their recent form has been worthy of a challenge.

If only they had clicked like this to start the season, Premier action would be on the cards.

Pro Sarfraz Hussain continues to be an inspiration, hitting 76 as they beat Bignal End, last Saturday.

Saying that, veteran skipper Jim Higgins isn't doing a bad job.

He's been doing his talking with the ball, claiming 4 for 42 in another excellent performance.

Despite singling out that duo, this really was a team display.

Along with Hussain, fine knocks from Cross (46), Palin (43) and Simpson (32) helped Elworth set a daunting total of 241 for 5 declared.

Buckley claimed a five-wicket haul for 25 as the visitors were blown away for 147 and another 25 points was secured at Booth Lane.

Elworth will be looking to continue the charge at rock-bottom Norton, this Saturday.