The 2018 cricket season is almost at an end. But it isn’t quite over yet! The Birmingham Bears have a few busy weeks ahead of them before the Vitality Blast Finals Day which will take place in Edgbaston Stadium. If you’re coming to Birmingham in August, there are plenty of matches for you to see. Luckily, Park Regis Birmingham is less than a 10-minute drive from Edgbaston.
Considered by many as one of the best cricket stadiums in the world, Edgbaston Stadium has a long and interesting history. So, before getting down to the fixtures, we thought we’d share some fun facts about this venue.
Edgbaston hosted its first match on 7th June 1886, after being transformed from a ‘meadow of rough grazing land’ into a cricket ground with a brand new pavilion. Since then, Edgbaston has evolved into a world-renowned stadium where historic matches have been played. Nowadays, any supporter of the local or national teams, will come across a loyal crowd.
Now, onto the matches themselves. We wish to make Park Regis guests’ lives easier, so, instead of making you hunt down cricket fixtures on the Internet, we’re providing the latest fixtures for Edgbaston.
England vs India Specsavers Test Match
From August 1st to August 5th, England and India will meet again on the cricket field. These Tests are expected to be nerve-wracking, as India is determined to finally beat England in Birmingham. Tickets start at £29.
Vitality Blast
Friday 20th July, 2018, 7pm: Birmingham Bears vs Northamptonshire Steelbacks
Thursday 9th August, 2018, 7pm: Birmingham Bears vs Notts Outlaws
Wednesday 15th August, 2018, 7pm: Birmingham Bears vs Lancashire Lightning
Friday 17th August, 2018, 6:30pm: Birmingham Bears vs Worcestershire Rapids
Vitality Blast Finals Day
This is the 10th time Edgbaston will host the T20 Blast Finals Day on September 15th, 2018. And it is set to be a day to remember! Be it the electrifying atmosphere, the four teams playing and the long-anticipated final, cricket fans simply cannot miss it. Tickets start at £56, with various seating and packages available. Purchase your ticket soon, as they sell out fast!
Whether you’re going to one match or more, have your pre-match dinner and drinks at 1595 Restaurant and Bar. Our outdoor terrace is open for business throughout summer.
