Last Man Stands continues to showcase the power of its global community and nowhere was that more evident than at the Thirsty Devil Brewery Border Bash 2026.
Bringing together players from across Australia - and beyond, this year’s tournament was a true celebration of what LMS represents. With 21 teams competing across 42 matches, the event delivered a weekend of high-quality cricket, strong competition and even stronger community spirit.
Players travelled from Brisbane to Melbourne, as well as from Townsville, Tasmania and New Zealand, highlighting the growing reach and connection across LMS regions. What stood out most was not just the level of cricket on display, but the spirit in which it was played — competitive on the field and social off it.
Events like Border Bash set the benchmark for what LMS leagues can achieve. The commitment from local management teams to organise and deliver experiences like this plays a huge role in strengthening the wider LMS network and inspiring other regions around the world.
Beyond the cricket, the tournament made a meaningful impact where it matters most. Together, the LMS community raised approximately $7,500 for important men’s health charities, including Survivors of Suicide & Friends / Winter Solstice and Spoke to a Bloke. It’s a powerful reminder of the role grassroots sport can play in bringing people together to support important causes.
Tournament Highlights
- BB26 Champions: Thornbury Ravens (LMS Melbourne)
- Shield Champions: Can’t Bowl Can’t Throw
- Australian Disability Navigators Dream Team Champions
Individual Awards
- BB26 MVP: Sandeep Mandalika
- Shield MVP: Nicholas Impink
- Best Batter: Shane Lovejoy
- Best Bowler: Sandeep Mandalika
- Best Keeper: Ian Maiden
The event also marked an important transition, with recognition for Gus Sloan’s outstanding contribution over five years as a business partner in LMS Albury-Wodonga and a warm welcome to Nicholas Impink as a new incoming partner.
A huge thank you goes to all players, organisers, sponsors and supporters who made the event possible. From the competition on the field to the impact off it, Border Bash 2026 was a standout example of LMS at its best.
👉 You can view the full event recap and highlights here:
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As LMS continues to grow globally, events like this show what’s possible when leagues come together — raising the bar on grassroots cricket competition, building community and making a difference.
