Flynn, who was recently elevated to legend status at Ringwood Cricket Club, was among those lauding the current captain as the Rams’ greatest ahead of his 250th First XI match three years ago.

His off-season had been spent with UK-based club Steyning, which included a 4-26 return off 7.5 overs in May. “It rarely happens,” Ringwood coach Sean Flynn remarked of Beaton’s feat on debut.