Hawke's Bay Tourism plans to host a Legends of Cricket Art Deco Match to coincide with ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 celebrations in Hawke's Bay.
Scheduled for Wednesday, February 25, this New Zealand first will take the form of "New Zealand v the Rest of the World" and will include some of the all time playing greats of yesteryear as well as some talented youngsters and other special guests. It will be played at the Clifton County Cricket Club, an immaculate pitch set among the picturesque backdrop of Te Awanga Downs, a farm near Cape Kidnappers.
The first three players to be unveiled are from the New Zealand side and include three of the biggest national names from the last 20 years. Mark Greatbatch, Chris Harris and Dion Nash have all been confirmed to play.
Mark Greatbatch said he was looking forward to playing in the match.
"I love the concept and am really excited at the chance to play alongside some old mates and show them how beautiful Hawke's Bay is"