Big Blast Guide: Friday Night Blast!

Fixtures:

Friday 6th June –  Hampshire Hawks vs Gloucestershire (7pm start)

Friday 13th June – Hampshire Hawks vs Middlesex (7pm start)

Friday Night Blast: Big hits, bold vibes & brilliant group nights

Get ready for back-to-back Friday nights under the lights at Utilita Bowl, where cricket meets nostalgia, mates, and unbeatable value.

Whether you're repping your local cricket club, rounding up the work crew, or just planning a night out with friends, the Friday Night Blast fixtures are made for groups looking to soak up the action and atmosphere of the Vitality Blast.

Two huge Fridays. One epic vibe.

Expect 90s and 00s throwback tunes, bar vibes, and thrilling T20 action as the Hawks take flight on home turf.

Fancy dress (tasteful) is encouraged for these two Friday nights out.

Both fixtures promise entertainment on and off the field – and if last year’s nail-biter is anything to go by (remember Benny Howell’s last-ball heroics?), you won’t want to miss a moment.

Perfect for groups – Bigger crowd, bigger discount

Planning a night out with friends, your club or your colleagues? Make the most of our group ticket offers:

• Groups of 6+ qualify for discounted tickets
• The more you bring, the bigger the discount
• Perfect for after-work socials, club nights out, and team bonding

Cricket & Sports Clubs – Hawks vs Middlesex is your night

Calling all cricket & sports clubs – we’ve got something special lined up for Friday 13th June.

Come as a club and enjoy:

• Exclusive discount for groups of 10+

• Games and competitions

• Club recognition opportunities

• Exclusive experiences and giveaways

It’s the ideal way to celebrate the season with your teammates, and enjoy elite T20 cricket as a club.

International Stars Under the Lights

Hampshire Hawks vs Middlesex just deliver big crowds and good vibes — it will also feature some of the most exciting names in world cricket.

Keep an eye out for:

• Dewald Brevis – explosive South African batter whose been lighting up the Blast for the Hawks already!
• Lhuan-dre Pretorius – rising South African talent with serious power
• Kane Williamson – New Zealand legend and one of the world’s most elegant batters
• Josh Little – Ireland’s fiery left-arm quick and T20 gun-for-hire
• Liam Dawson – Hawks legend and England all-rounder, back on home turf

Whether you're here for the atmosphere or the elite-level talent, Friday nights at Utilita Bowl promise world-class entertainment from first ball to final whistle.

Raise Your Game! Try Friday Night hospitality

Fancy taking things up a notch? Treat your team, colleagues or clients to a premium Friday night out with one of our hospitality experiences, featuring:

• Pitch-facing suites

• Private bars

• Delicious food and drinks packages

• Complimentary car parking

Don’t Miss the Friday Night Blast

Cricket. Music. Fireworks. The best rated food and view in cricket. It’s all happening – and all that’s missing is your group.

So grab your mates, rally the club, or round up the office – and let’s make Friday nights at the Bowl legendary.

Secure your group tickets now and join the Friday night fun.

Book now via the link below.

To find out more about Hampshire Hawks and their home Vitality Blast games, follow the link below.