Hawks Having A Blast On The World Stage

Hampshire’s stars have been plying their trade on the international stage with exemplary performances recently.

In the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka, Liam Dawson took four wickets in the group stage and began the Super 8s in victorious style.

After England posted 146-9, Dawson claimed 2-27 as Sri Lanka were bundled for just 95, having previously knocked Australia out of the tournament thanks to an unbeaten century by Pathum Nissanka.

The duo may face each other again this year when Sri Lanka visit Utilita Bowl on Tuesday 15^th September, with tickets available from £65 for adult and £20 for Under 17s.

Hawks overseas star Tristan Stubbs was in fine form as South Africa were dominant in victory over co-hosts India at Ahmedabad.

He smashed 44* from just 24 balls as the Proteas powered to 187-7 before India were skittled for 111 all out in reply, with Stubbs taking three catches.

Liam Dawson and England are next in action at 1:30pm GMT on Tuesday 24^th February against Pakistan, in Pallekele, whilst South Africa take on the West Indies on Thursday 26^th February at 9:30am GMT.

Over in the UAE, England Lions are in the middle of a white ball series against Pakistan Shaheens.

Pace bowlers Sonny Baker and Scott Currie have impressed in the first two matches with the duo picking up three wickets each so far, whilst Eddie Jack is also part of the squad with a third T20 to be played at 3:30 GMT Tuesday 24^th February.

Five 50-over matches run from Friday 27^th February to Monday 9^th March.