KELSO have cemented their place as runners-up in the East of Scotland Championship behind runaway leaders Mazars Grange.

The Tweedsiders eased to a 116 runs victory over Carlton 2s on Saturday at Shedden Park.

Michael Eckard waded in with 42 as the home side reached 225 from their 50 overs.

In response Carlton could only reach 109.

Gala look almost certain to be relegated from the Championship following their 45-runs defeat against Freuchie at Meigle Park.

Chasing the visitors' total of 208 was a realistic target after Gregor Mein rekindled the innings with a swift 30, but a late batting collapse gave the visitors the victory.

St Boswells will also be dropping down a division following a six wicket defeat against Largo at The Green.

The Bossie have only enjoyed two victories all summer in Division 2.

Hawick & Wilton also appear to be in trouble in Division 3.

Saturday's six wickets defeat to Murrayfield at Roseburn has left The Teries bottom of the table with just two games remaining.

Despite suffering a four-wicket defeat to Edinburgh Accies at Philiphaugh, Selkirk remain in fifth place.

Greg Fenton's 41 helped the Souters to 140 from their 40 overs.

But even with Kenny Paterson's four wickets, the capital side surpassed the total with more than four overs to spare.

In a huge scoring game at Whitestone Park, Peebles County took the bragging rights and points against Melrose.

Opener Edwards hit a remarkable 161 not out as the hosts raced to 277 from their 40 overs.

In a spirited response, which included a 69 from Fergus Godfrey-Faussett, Melrose reached 245.