Mackie Cricket Club

Buddha reaches 10,000 runs—with Lucas at the other end

Damien Krotofil and his son Lucas together at Mackie Rd Reserve on the milestone day.

Damien “Buddha” Krotofil reached 10,000 runs for Mackie on 24 October 2026—and shared the moment at the crease with his son Lucas Krotofil.

24 October 2026 · Mackie Rd Reserve
Photographs: Ross Henderson

A milestone shared with Lucas

Starting the match against Kingston Heath’s 3rd XI on 9,968 runs, Buddha needed another 32 to reach the milestone. He made 36 from 31 balls, including six fours and one six, taking his tally to 10,004 runs for the Club.

Reaching the milestone while batting alongside Lucas made the occasion a family moment as well as a celebration of Buddha’s contribution to Mackie.

Damien Buddha Krotofil walking from the field after his 10,000-run milestone innings.
Damien “Buddha” Krotofil after his milestone innings at Mackie Rd Reserve, 24 October 2026. Photograph: Ross Henderson.
Scoreboard celebrating 10,000 runs for Mackie with the message Go Damo.
The scoreboard celebrates Buddha’s 10,000 runs for Mackie, 24 October 2026. Photograph: Ross Henderson.
Damien Krotofil and his son Lucas together at Mackie Rd Reserve on the milestone day.
Damien Krotofil and his son Lucas Krotofil at Mackie Rd Reserve, 24 October 2026. Damien reached 10,000 runs while batting alongside Lucas. Photograph: Ross Henderson.

The record at the milestone

Following that innings: 291 games · 287 innings · 35 not outs · 10,004 runs · batting average 39.70.

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