Bangladesh Twenty20 games

Two special Twenty20 matches will be played on December 23 at Seddon Park, Hamilton to raise funds for World Vision’s relief effort in Bangladesh, following Cyclone Sidr.

An invitational Masters XI will play the New Zealand Under-19 side before a New Zealand XI play Bangladesh.

Gates open at 1pm. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for children. For bookings phone 0508 CRICKET (274 2538).

“Cyclone Sidr caused an incredible amount of damage, suffering and death in Bangladesh and New Zealand Cricket (NZC) is committed to raising funds with World Vision to assist in the aftermath of the cyclone,” NZC CEO Justin Vaughan said.

World Vision ambassador and New Zealand netballer Adine Wilson said the charity matches are a fantastic way to help those in need in Bangladesh – and will be a great day out!

“The New Zealand and Bangladesh cricketers are showing they care about the children and families in Bangladesh whose lives have been devastated by the recent cyclone,” she said. “And it’s a great way for us to show we do too!

“This is an awesome way for New Zealanders to donate to World Vision’s recovery efforts in the affected areas.”

World Vision CEO Lisa Cescon said the money raised through the special cricket matches would make a huge difference.

“Hundreds of thousands of people watched as their homes and loved ones were swept away and thanks to NZC we’re going to be able to help them rebuild their lives.”

BLACKCAP Stephen Fleming, who will captain the New Zealand XI team, said it was important to players that they support the Bangladesh team and they were hoping to help raise as much money as possible for cyclone relief.

To donate to World Vision New Zealand’s appeal for Bangladesh, phone 0800 90 5000.

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