Corley Cricket Club To Face Lashings World X1

Last updated : 18 May 2013 By Adam Webb
Corley Cricket Club to host world's greatest cricket club side
 
Corley, recently voted the most loved and worthy cricket club in England and Wales is busy preparing to host the Lashings World XI, the world's greatest cricket club side that comprises former international players from various test playing countries.
 
Although the exact make-up of the Lashings team has yet to be announced, this year's squad captained by Phil Defreitas includes A-list cricketers Wasim Akram, Saqlain Mushtaq, Gordon Greenidge, Courtney Walsh, Colin Croft, Dominic Cork, Henry Olonga and Devon Malcolm.
 
"We are absolutely delighted to be hosting the Lashings World XI this summer," said club Chairman Adam Webb. "This is a wonderful opportunity for the people of Coventry and Warwickshire to see some fantastic past and present cricketers in action”.
 
The Lashings game will take place at the Tamworth Road Ground on July 14th at 2.30pm. Gates open at 11am and entry is by way of purchase of the official Programme which will also be on sale prior to match day.
 
For further information on sponsorship, advertising and corporate hospitality packages including a unique opportunity to rub shoulders with stars of world cricket, please visit corleycricketclub.com.