
SPIRIT OF CRICKET SEASON 3
Eight teams will once again go head-to-head in one of the most exciting tournaments on the global masters cricket calendar, bringing together players from across Australia and New Zealand to compete in high quality T20 cricket played in the true Spirit of Cricket – playing hard & fair, with respect, sportsmanship and gratitude both on and off the field.
All past & new players are also invited to re-nominate via the form below to be eligible for selection in the 2026 Player Draft.
Mildura 2026
Key Dates:
Below are important dates for you calendar.
• Registrations Open: Friday 1 May 2026
• Nominations Close: 23 May 2026
• Draft Night: 8 June 2026 (Live)
• Tournament Dates: 24–29 September 2026
Players selected by one of the eight teams will be notified following the draft, with full player payment required upon selection to confirm participation in the tournament.
Nomination Process:
To be eligible for the Player Draft, must turn 50 prior to midnight 31st December 2026. All players must complete the nomination form and submit the $55 nomination fee.
The nomination fee is non-refundable, however all nominated players will receive a Spirit of Cricket Discount Card, providing access to exclusive offers and discounts from our commercial partners and team partners.
This provides ongoing value to players regardless of draft selection and connects participants to the growing global Spirit of Cricket network.
Once selected you will receive an invoice for the tournament for AUD$1350.00
Inclusions:
Player participation includes all core tournament cricket and event requirements:
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Official player uniform supplied by EV2
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Accommodation - 7 nights based on twin share
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Minimum of 8 x T20 games plus Grand Final
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1 x Day/Night Game for each team
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Breakfast & lunches on match days as required
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Ground hire and match venues
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RJR Match balls and umpires
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Hit the Target sign - win $25,000
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Prize money for the Champions & Runners-up teams
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All cricket related operational expenses
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Tournament administration and event delivery
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Daily water allocation
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Two official tournament functions
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Professional commentators, live scoring & streaming on all games
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Tournament Ambassador
Exclusions:
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Airfares and travel to/from Mildura
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Evening Meals
Nomination Form
Draft Nomination Fee AUD$55


