Cricket fans, get ready - Lismore's Legends of Cricket Twenty20 match is back, with this year's team lineup nothing short of spectacular!
This Saturday, 15 February 2025, Oakes Oval will once again host some of Australia's greatest cricketing names, once again showcasing the resilience of the Lismore community as we continue to recover and rebuild.
They will take to the field alongside local talent for an unforgettable day of sporting action.
Lismore Mayor Steve Krieg will again captain the Mayor's XI, taking on Adam Gilchrist's Gilly's XI in what promises to be a thrilling contest.
Fans can look forward to seeing cricketing stars Steve O'Keefe, Michael Kasprowicz, Jason Gillespie, Dan Christian, Nathan Hauritz, Andy Bichel, Sammy-Jo Johnson, Joe Parsons, Claire Moore, Ebony Hoskin and Georgie Redmayne in action.
Adding to the spectacle, Powderfinger's Bernard Fanning and Grinspoon guitarist Pat Davern will swap the stage for the pitch.
Local business representatives and community members are joining the teams, including Tim Cohen and Peter Thomas from Bennett Constructions, Luke Shay from CommBank and local young rising stars Cooper Williams and Joe Parsons.
Finally, theHon. Paul Scully, NSW Minister for Planning and Public Spaces, will attend the event as well.
Mayor Krieg said the event is shaping to be one of the biggest sporting events in Lismore's calendar.
"We had such an incredible response to the Legends of Cricket match in 2023, and this year's event is set to be even bigger," he said.
"The calibre of players putting their hands up to be part of this is phenomenal. Thank you to all the players for taking the time to showcase their skills at our very own Oakes Oval.
"While I can't wait to win and show Gilly's XI whose boss, I'm genuinely excited about what this event means for Lismore. Our community deserves this celebration, and I can't wait to see everyone there."
Adam Gilchrist said it's more than just a game of cricket; it's a chance to showcase how far Lismore has come in its rebuild.
"Lismore is where I grew up; it will always hold a special place in my heart," he said.
"Seeing so many of my cricketing mates come together to help support this town and its people is incredible. It's great to see how far we've come in rebuilding; there is still a way to go.
"Events like this are about recognising what is possible and raising the profile of Lismore as a thriving regional centre capable of hosting high-calibre events at state-of-the-art sporting facilities."
The Legends match will be played on the newly upgraded Oakes Oval, which delivered improved change rooms, an upgraded grandstand, new coach boxes and dedicated media spaces through a $12.4 million joint investment by the Commonwealth and NSW governments and Lismore City Council.
The team line-ups are:
Gilly's XI
• Adam Gilchrist
• Claire Moore
• Nathan Hauritz
• Michael Kasprowicz
• Jason Gillespie
• Jodie Fields
• Tim Buckett
• Lenard Blok
• Cooper Williams
• Bernard Fanning
• Tim Cohen
• Paul Scully (Minister for Planning and Open Spaces)
Mayor's XI
• Steve Krieg
• Dan Christian
• Steve O'Keefe
• Andy Bichel
• Sammy-Jo Johnson
• Georgie Redmayne
• Joe Parsons
• Pat Davern
• Peter Thomas
• Luke Shay
• Ebony Hoskin
Gates open at 1pm with the game starting at 3pm. Tickets are available via www.oztix.com.au .
VIP tickets have now sold out. Secure your tickets now for this once-in-a-lifetime event.
Grandstand seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fans are encouraged to arrive early.
Ticket Prices:
• Adult: $22.45
• Concession: $12.25
• Family: $54.10
• Children 11 and under: Free
As part of the overall cricket fun, before the main event, young cricketers aged 5–14 can take part in the Legends of Cricket Junior Cricket Clinic, where they'll learn skills from Aussie legends and enjoy a fun-filled morning of activities at Oakes Oval.
