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Barry Richards playing a decisive shot during his World Series Cricket days in Australia, capturing the attention of the crowd. The Spirit of Cricket Global is proud to announce that one of cricket's greatest-ever batsmen, Barry Richards, has been appointed Tournament Ambassador for the inaugural Spirit of Cricket African T20 Tournament, to be held in Cape Town from 10–16 October 2026. Richards will play an active role throughout the tournament, attending matches, engaging wi

Test Match Cricket. Five Tour Matches. Safari. Cape Town. One Unforgettable Experience. The opportunity to join the Spirit of Cricket Masters XI in South Africa is closing fast. Our revised Cape Town tour will run from 20–31 October 2026, delivering an action-packed 11-day cricket and travel experience. With only three player places remaining, we require your Expression of Interest and firm intention to tour no later than Tuesday, 14 July so that accommodation and final tour

"Some trips are measured by the places you visit. Others are measured by the people you meet, the friendships you build and the bucket list memories that stay with you forever." For those who have travelled with the Spirit of Cricket before, they'll tell you one thing. You don't simply return home with photographs. You return home with stories and life long memories. Stories of sharing a drink with former international cricketers, playing on picturesque grounds beneath Table

Cape Town, South Africa – Spirit of Cricket will officially launch in Africa in October 2026 with the support of the Veterans Cricket Association of South Africa (VCASA). Building on its sponsorship of the Spirit of Cricket Awards at three previous World Cup events in Cape Town, the brand now brings its flagship tournament concept to the continent for the first time. The inaugural Spirit of Cricket T20 Africa Franchise Tournament will take place in Cape Town from 10–16 Octobe

A Defining Moment for 2026 Festivale The Spirit of Cricket Global organisation is proud to announce the appointment of Henry Olonga as the Season 3 Ambassador for the Spot On Hose & Fittings Spirit of Cricket Festivale, to be held in Mildura, Victoria in September 2026. In what is a landmark moment for the global expansion of the Spirit of Cricket, Olonga’s involvement signals a powerful alignment between one of the game’s most courageous figures and a movement built on v

This partnership is built on a shared commitment to elite preparation, recovery, and player care, ensuring every player is supported on and off the field throughout the campaign.

In May 2026, the Spirit of Cricket proudly returns to Harrow, Victoria for the 2nd staging of the Spirit of Cricket Masters Series.

As the world’s leading merchandise manager for The Backstoppers Union, proudly part of the Spirit of Cricket Global family, this moment matters. Former Australian Backstopper, Wayne Phillips has thrown his full support behind the Union, wearing his Backstoppers Union T-shirt with pride. When a keeper of his calibre stands with us, you know this is something special. The Backstoppers Union exists to honour the bravest, toughest and most influential soul in any cricket team

The DP World Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg - Affectionately known as the "The Bull Ring" Johannesburg, South Africa – 30 March 2026 will mark a truly historic moment as the Spirit of Cricket Masters XI take on the Kent Park Taverners at the world-famous DP World Wanderers Cricket Stadium, affectionately known as the “Bull Ring”. The match, a 45-over contest, will be one of the highlights of the Spirit of Cricket tour to South Africa and a once-in-a-lifetime experience for

The Spirit of Cricket proudly welcomes the Papua New Guinea Women’s Team – the PNG Lewas – to South Australia for the Australian Country Cricket Championships in the stunning Barossa Valley. After three hard-fought rounds, the Lewas sit an impressive second on the ladder , a testament to their skill, resilience and growing presence on the international stage. This visit is about more than results. Earlier this year in Port Moresby , the Lewas became part of Spirit of Cricket

As this amazing year comes to a close, I want to take a moment, on behalf of the entire Spirit of Cricket Global family, to say thank you. Thank you for believing in this movement, for backing the players, the umpires, the volunteers, the storytellers, and for keeping the Spirit alive wherever this great game is played. You’ll see a bit of fun in our “Telf on the Shelf” Christmas greeting who we engage with at this time every year, but behind the smile is nothing but pride, g

Spirit of Cricket unveils World XI & Masters XI for Inaugural Cape Town O55’s International In a moment that captures both the tradition and global reach of the game, Spirit of Cricket Global is proud to announce the selection of two outstanding representative teams — the Spirit of Cricket World XI and Spirit of Cricket Masters XI — for the upcoming Inaugural Cape Town O55’s International. Selection into either squad is a significant achievement and a clear recognition of eac

The Spirit of Cricket organisation is proud to announce the official squad selected to tour Cape Town, South Africa from 14–24 March 2026 , marking the third and most ambitious international tour in its rapidly expanding global program. The 2026 Cape Town Touring Party The 2026 touring group brings together an elite group of players representing Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, USA, West Indies and Sri Lanka , reflecting the international growth and competitive calibre of

The Spirit of Cricket Global organisation is proud to announce that cricketing great Barry Richards has been confirmed as Ambassador for the Spirit of Cricket World XI and Masters XI teams competing in the Over-55s International Tournament in Cape Town, March 2026. One of the most naturally gifted batsmen in the history of the game, Richards will spend the duration of the tournament with both teams, engaging with players, sharing his knowledge, and celebrating the true spirit

Experience the Magic of Cape Town with the Spirit of Cricket Over-55s Tour – March 2026 Tour Dates : 14 – 24 March 2026 Location : Cape Town, South Africa Registrations Close : 14 November 2025 The Ultimate Masters Cricket Tour Meets African Adventure Get ready for an unforgettable experience with the Spirit of Cricket Over-55s Tour to Cape Town in March 2026 — a unique combination of international masters cricket , luxury travel , and cultural exploration in one of the wor

The 2025 Global Spirit of Cricket Festivale wasn’t just a triumph on the field, it was an unforgettable experience off it, thanks to the...

Official Pink & White Balls Adopted for Spirit of Cricket Festivale The Global Spirit of Cricket Festivale 2025 is gearing up for a...

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Ben Hardy in action - 2004 Athens Olympics The Spirit of Cricket Global is proud to announce that Ben Hardy , dual Olympian and one of...

Michael Veletta in action for Australia The Sandgropers T20 Cricket Franchise is proud to announce the signing of former Australian...