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Doors Open To Cricket Fans As Professional Games Return To The Isle Of Wight

Cricket taking place at Newclose Cricket Ground

Professional cricket returns to the Isle of Wight today (Friday) and everyone is welcome!

Hampshire 2nd Eleven commence their 2021 competitive fixtures after two T20 matches against Sussex on Tuesday at Hove, they now make the journey to the Isle of Wight for their third game in the competition.

The Hampshire team is managed by Jimmy Adams the former 1st XI Captain, and Charlie Freeston a former Ventnor CC player, who graduated into coaching the Hampshire Academy players at The Ageas Bowl.

Despite the ground acting as the base for the COVID Test Centre, spectators will be welcome to attend the match and enter the ground for free.

Parking on the grass in the overflow car park will be permitted, also at no charge.

Seating will be limited, however, and spectators are encouraged to bring their own deckchairs or patio chairs so as to enjoy the spectacle of professional cricketers in action from 2.00pm until about 5.30pm.

There are large areas around the cricket ground that are ideal for picnics and which also offer a good view of the cricket.

The marquee has not been erected this season and for that reason, if there is a chance of rain there will be no cover for spectators other than under their own umbrellas – which on a more positive note could be useful as protection against the sun.

As has been the case for the past month, the pavilion will be open to serve drinks and refreshments in line with the prevailing Government rules for licensed premises and hospitality businesses.

*UPDATED 2pm

The event has been cancelled.

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