Tigers to play 3 Tests in NZ

Christchurch will experience a spectacular summer cricket showdown as the Blackcaps gear up to play Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, reports Scoop Independentnews.com.

The city has won its bid to host the Blackcaps for a Boxing Day Test match against Sri Lanka as well as a One Day International (ODI) and a Test match against Bangladesh.

Christchurch NZ General Manager of Destination and Attraction Loren Heaphy says Christchurch’s strong cricket connection and extraordinary venue at Hagley Oval makes our city the perfect place to host international cricket games.

“Canterbury is the birthplace of many cricketing legends and we are very excited to welcome the Blackcaps, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka back to Christchurch,” Ms Heaphy says.

“We’ve got an action-packed summer on its way and these matches are a great opportunity for Christchurch residents and our visitors to be part of some of the most exciting international cricket events of the summer.”

“It’s also been the scene for some riveting short-form games - which I’m sure will continue with the ODI against Bangladesh.”

Meanwhile, Dunedin will have a taste of international cricket in the coming season when the Black Caps take on Bangladesh in a one-dayer at the University of Otago Oval in February.

The match is on the 2018/19 season’s fixtures list, released today by New Zealand Cricket.

The match is scheduled for Wednesday,  February 20.

In a press release, Dunedin Venues said a sell-out crowd was expected, and it was hoped the weather would play its part in the occasion.

Dunedin Venues CEO Terry Davies said he was excited for his team to again be a part of delivering international cricket to southern fans.

“Everyone had a great time at the matches earlier this year and we expect next February’s one day international will be another fantastic day out.”

New Zealand international schedule for Bangladesh series:

Feb 13: First ODI, Napier

Feb 16: Second ODI, Christchurch

Feb 20: Third ODI, Dunedin

Feb 28-March 4: First Test, Seddon Park

March 8-12: Second Test, Basin Reserve

March 16-20: Third Test, Christchurch

Tigers to play 3 Tests in NZ

Christchurch will experience a spectacular summer cricket showdown as the Blackcaps gear up to play Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, reports Scoop Independentnews.com. The city has won its bid to host the Blackcaps for a Boxing Day Test match against Sri Lanka as well as a One Day International (ODI) and a Test match against Bangladesh. Christchurch NZ General Manager of Destination and Attraction Loren Heaphy says Christchurchs strong cricket connection and extraordinary venue at Hagley Oval makes our city the perfect place to host international cricket games. Canterbury is the birthplace of many cricketing legends and we are very excited to welcome the Blackcaps, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka back to Christchurch, Ms Heaphy says. Weve got an action-packed summer on its way and these matches are a great opportunity for Christchurch residents and our visitors to be part of some of the most exciting international cricket events of the summer. Its also been the scene for some riveting short-form games - which Im sure will continue with the ODI against Bangladesh. Meanwhile, Dunedin will have a taste of international cricket in the coming season when the Black Caps take on Bangladesh in a one-dayer at the University of Otago Oval in February. The match is on the 2018/19 seasons fixtures list, released today by New Zealand Cricket. The match is scheduled for Wednesday, February 20. In a press release, Dunedin Venues said a sell-out crowd was expected, and it was hoped the weather would play its part in the occasion. Dunedin Venues CEO Terry Davies said he was excited for his team to again be a part of delivering international cricket to southern fans. Everyone had a great time at the matches earlier this year and we expect next Februarys one day international will be another fantastic day out. New Zealand international schedule for Bangladesh series: Feb 13: First ODI, Napier Feb 16: Second ODI, Christchurch Feb 20: Third ODI, Dunedin Feb 28-March 4: First Test, Seddon Park March 8-12: Second Test, Basin Reserve March 16-20: Third Test, Christchurch