Repton Pilgrims Cricket Archive (1921-)
Over 50s Competition
The Cricketer Cup’s newer format for school alumni aged over 50.
A New Competition Format
The Over 50s Competition was introduced in 2024 as a special initiative to extend Cricketer Cup participation to school alumni over the age of 50. This exciting format celebrates the longevity of player careers and the enduring passion for cricket among former students.
Founder: Freddie Tulloch (Eton Ramblers) — Visionary behind the Over 50s Competition
Launched
2024
Teams (2024)
5
Teams (2026)
14
Repton Pilgrims
Joined 2026
Player Eligibility
All players must have attended the school they are representing and must be over 50 years of age on the day of the match.
Match Format
35 overs per side with a maximum of 7 overs per bowler. A streamlined format ideal for mature players while maintaining competitive cricket.
Competition Spirit
Celebrating cricket excellence, school loyalty, and the passion for the game across generations. A fitting tribute to lifelong cricketers.
Teams by Year
2024 – Inaugural Year (5 Teams)
Bradfield Waifs
Founding Member
Eton Ramblers
Founding Member
Harrow Wanderers
Founding Member
Old Wykehamists
Founding Member
Oundle Rovers
Founding Member
2025 – Expansion Year (10 Teams)
Bradfield Waifs
Continuing
Eton Ramblers
Continuing
Harrow Wanderers
Continuing
Old Wykehamists
Continuing
Oundle Rovers
Continuing
Old Alleynians
Added 2025
Old Cholmeleians
Added 2025
Old Tonbridgians
Added 2025
St Peter's York
Added 2025
Uppingham Rovers
Added 2025
2026 – Growth Year (14 Teams)
Bradfield Waifs
Continuing
Eton Ramblers
Continuing
Harrow Wanderers
Continuing
Old Wykehamists
Continuing
Oundle Rovers
Continuing
Old Alleynians
Continuing
Old Cholmeleians
Continuing
Old Tonbridgians
Continuing
Uppingham Rovers
Continuing
St Peter's York
Not invited 2026
Old Cheltonians
Added 2026
Old Georgians
Added 2026
Old Wellingtonians
Added 2026
Repton Pilgrims
Added 2026
Stowe Templars
Added 2026
Repton Results
| Year | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Oundle Rovers (h) | Lost by 6 wickets |
Competition Finals Results
| Year | Winners | Score | Runners-up | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Bradfield Waifs | 189–5 | Oundle Rovers | 187–5 | Won by 5 wickets |
| 2025 | Bradfield Waifs | 72–1 | Uppingham Rovers | 68 | Won by 9 wickets |
| 2026 | Fixtures to be announced | ||||