RAIN was again the big winner as cricket splashed down and out at the weekend.
But Steve Bailey hit a defiant half-century as Leigh posted 147-4 in their match against Huyton.
On a damp wicket he and Greg Dimery put on 31 for the first wicket, the Aussie eventually going for 31.
Bailey's 57 included six fours and a six before he went for 57.
Skipper Dave Dove then added an unbeaten 33 as Leigh pushed towards a declaration. But the rain beat them to it.
When it stopped Huyton had 45 overs to reach their target. But they had the worst possible start with Dimery taking a quickfire wicket.
They had reached 73-1 when the final downpour stopped proceedings.
On Saturday (2pm) Leigh entertain derby rivals Wigan.
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