Birmingham Bears took a big stride towards qualification for the Vitality Blast quarter finals with a thrilling six-wicket win over Northants Steelbacks at Northampton.
Birmingham Bears took a big stride towards qualification for the Vitality Blast quarter finals with a thrilling six-wicket win over Northants Steelbacks at Northampton.
The Steelbacks, having chosen to take first use of excellent batting conditions, totalled a hefty 211 for six thanks to Saif Zaib (74 from 32 balls) and Chris Lynn (59 from 43). Some serious flak flew and the Bears didn’t help themselves with dropped catches, including Zaib on 12.
A measure of control was imposed by Olly Stone (one for 33) and Jake Lintott (two for 39), however, and their skills proved crucial as the Bears raced to 213 for four with seven balls to spare.
T20 Quarter-Final: Tickets only £10
Birmingham Bears will host Hampshire Hawks at Edgbaston on Thursday 7 July (6.30pn) in the Vitality Blast quarter-finals.
Adult tickets are available from £10, when you buy in advance of the day of the match. Under 12s go FREE and 12 to 15-year-olds are £1. Members and Season Pass holders go FREE.