Fri 24 Jun 2022
The County Ground
Derbyshire Falcons Men
188-8
Lancashire Lightning
183-5
This Friday, the Falcons continue their push for a place in the Vitality Blast quarter-finals, when they take on high-flying Lancashire Lightning at The Incora County Ground.
The blockbuster fixture will see two sides vying for a place in the knockout stages go head-to-head, as Mickey Arthur’s Derbyshire Falcons take on a Lancashire side stacked with international talent.
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Don't miss the Falcons take on Lancashire Lightning this Friday in a huge @VitalityBlast clash!
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— Derbyshire CCC (@DerbyshireCCC) June 22, 2022
As the Vitality Blast moves into the business end of the group stage, the Falcons are well in the hunt for a place in the quarter-finals, with a run of five wins in-a-row, placing them in second place with three games to play.
As we prepare for another action-packed encounter at The Incora County Ground, here’s what you can expect:
T20 is a game where anything can happen, with world-class overseas talent on show, along with a who’s who of county cricket’s top performers, there’s always the potential for mind-blowing moments.
Shan Masood, Wayne Madsen, Leus du Plooy and Luis Reece all have the potential to take the game away from their opponents, while the aggression and innovation of Scotland spinner, Mark Watt, keeps even the best batters guessing.
All-rounder, Hayden Kerr, is one of the Big Bash’s biggest stars he’ll be looking to bring some Aussie heat to the opposition batters, while seamer George Scrimshaw will be looking to further-strengthen his challenge to be this season’s leading Vitality Blast wicket-taker.
The Incora County Ground has a whole new range of food and drinks for the 2022 Vitality Blast! These include:
The Wood-Fired Pizza Shack will serve classics such as margarita and pepperoni, as well as innovative takes on much-loved Italian foodMasala Express, who also cater at Wolverhampton Wanderers for Premier League football matches, will provide a sizzling selection of Indian dishes, including curries, samosas, masala chips, wraps and more!
T20 Cricket food staples: burgers, hot dogs, chips and ice cream will be available from catering outlets around The Incora County Ground, and supporters will be able to enjoy savoury snacks from local company JustCrisps from the Falcons and Boundary Bars.
All outlets will also offer a range of tasty vegan and gluten-free options.
For Vitality Blast matches, extra catering and pop-up bar facilities will be available, serving a range of draught beers and ciders, bottled beers, wines, prosecco and soft drinks from gates opening, until the close of play.
Four-pint beer jugs are available, to quench even the biggest thirst. The Club’s alcohol-free seating section during Vitality Blast matches is located at one side of the Air IT Grandstand, nearest the Showcase Cinema de Lux Family Zone.
For the first time, families who book in advance will be able to reserve seats in the Showcase Cinema de lux Family Stand
There’s limited Family Zone availability for all Vitality Blast at The Incora County Ground, while all reserved seating tickets have now sold out for the India T20 fixture on Friday 1 July.
The Family Zone will feature a number of fun activities, such as a speed cage, training drills run by the Derbyshire Cricket Foundation and so much more.
To secure a seat at The Incora County Ground, simply select the ‘Family Zone’ option within your chosen fixture and click on your preferred seats. Please note that the Family Zone is only for ticket-buyers or Members with at least one junior in their group.
Tickets still remain in the zone for this week’s fixture, so book now to reserve your seats!
At the end of each Derbyshire Falcons home fixture at The Incora County Ground, the players will meet supporters, take pictures and sign autographs.
This is a great opportunity to get up close and personal with your Falcons heroes, and create memories that will last long after the final ball has been bowled.
Whether you want to get the autograph of Pakistan opener, Shan Masood, or grab a selfie with a Club legend like Wayne Madsen, a Vitality Blast fixture at Derby is the best time!
