09:45 cranbourne Friday 20th February 2026

STAGE 'N' SCREEN (1) found the line nicely last start to get up for third over 7f at Pakenham. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. Expected to be in the finish. INDIAN JEWEL (6) finished seventh two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 1m at Sandown-Hillside, beaten 1. 3 lengths after being in the firing line on the bend. Beautifully placed and is sure to give this a mighty shake. CHARMING DEEL (3) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 1m at Sandown-Hillside, beaten 3 lengths into fifth. Has the talent to put the recent run of form behind her. CAT NOIR (2) is putting together some solid results. Finished third at Sandown-Hillside two starts back then got the job done by 0. 8 lengths last time out over 1m at Colac. Looks well placed so expect another big run.