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The opening day of the 2024 Vitality Blast ticket sale to last year’s ticket purchasers saw record numbers as the tally of T20 tickets sold surpassed 10,000. Thank you to everyone who has used their priority booking window to purchase tickets already.

Fixtures against Sussex Sharks on Friday 14 June and Somerset on Friday 05 July are particularly in demand, with well over half of the available tickets already sold.

T20 tickets go on general sale on Tuesday 20 February, but you can move up the queue for free and in less than a minute by subscribing to our ‘Over & Out!’ enews.

‘Over & Out!’ subscribers will be able to purchase T20 tickets from Thursday 08 February, 12 days before they go on general sale.

Bought T20 tickets in 2023? You’re in!

If you bought tickets to a T20 at Chelmsford in 2023, your priority window for 2024 Vitality Blast tickets has opened and you’ll be able to purchase tickets via the button below.

Don’t miss a ball with a T20 Blast Pass

With tickets now selling fast there are a limited number of allocated Blast Passes remaining, but act fast and you could still get your hands on a season ticket that gets you entry to all seven home Vitality Blast fixtures in 2024.

Join Graham Gooch for his Annual Graham Gooch Scholarship Gala Dinner, which takes place on Thursday 16 May 2024 at the fantastic Leonardo Royal Hotel, St. Pauls. The evening begins with the reception starting at 7pm, followed by an evening to honour the remarkable career of Lord Ian Botham. Ian and Graham will by Chris Cowdrey who is hosting the prestigious event in the City of London.

The Graham Gooch Scholarship Fund is dedicated to fostering the cricket skills of future English cricketing talent through the Essex Cricket Academy. Over the years, the fund has also contributed to the Professional Cricketers’ Trust; an organisation that provides vital support to past, present, and future cricketers in the country.

Tables of 10 are available for £1,100 + VAT, including a sparkling drinks reception, a three-course dinner, ½ bottle of wine per person, and entertainment throughout the evening. Please note that tables are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis and are limited.

For all booking inquiries, please contact [email protected] via email.

Don’t miss the chance to be part of this special evening celebrating cricket excellence and supporting the future of the sport, which will be raising money for the Graham Gooch Scholarship Fund.

Noah Thain being in the runs once more was not enough to prevent England from slipping to defeat to West Indies in their final group-stage match at the Under-19 World Cup.

Thain struck 40 to back up his unbeaten 63 against hosts South Africa on Tuesday, but despite the Windies losing eight wickets, they narrowly chased down England’s 192 all out in 41 overs.

However, the Three Lions have still topped Group B and secured safe progress to the Super Six stage, where they will be joined in a new group by Australia, Sri Lanka, and one of Namibia or Zimbabwe.

Luc Benkenstein and Charlie Allison also retained their places in the England side, who lost the toss and were asked to bat first in Potchefstroom.

Batting at three, Thain provided some resistance to the early loss of Jaydn Denly by putting on 50 for the second wicket with captain Ben McKinney.

He then added a further 47 with top-scorer Hamza Shaikh, who individually made 54, but beyond the contributions of that pair, England struggled.

The Three Lions were eventually bowled out in 46.3 overs as Nathan Edward took three wickets, while a further six were split evenly between Isai Thorne, Raneico Smith, and Tarrique Edward.

In reply, West Indies also lost a wicket in the first over, that of Adrian Weir, but captain Stephan Pascal underpinned the first half of the chase with a measured 58.

When he was caught by Thain off the bowling of Tazeem Ali, the Windies were six down and still required 44, but it was Sint Maarten-born Nathan Edward who took up the mantle.

He hit an unbeaten 49 to shepherd his side over the line, including the winning four, even as Benkenstein bowled his namesake Tarrique in his sole over, the penultimate one of the innings.

Barring a colossal net run-rate swing, Australia will top Group C ahead of Sri Lanka, while the identity of the African nation who will finish third and join them in the Super Six will be confirmed tomorrow.

Regardless of whether it is Namibia or Zimbabwe, both of whom are winless so far, England will play them in the next stage on Wednesday 31 January, again in Potchefstroom, at 8:00am GMT.

Get priority access to Vitality Blast tickets

The Eagles will host seven explosive T20 encounters at The Cloud County Ground this summer, and with over 10,000 tickets already sold, there’s no time to waste to put yourself next in line to grab the best seats.

You can secure early access ahead of general sale to purchase your tickets from Thursday 08 February by subscribing to our ‘Over & Out!’ e-newsletter.

Simply click below to sign up:

Tickets for the 2024 Vitality Blast are now on sale to 2023 T20 ticket buyers.

With a mouthwatering schedule and Blast tickets in particularly high demand, it’s crucial to buy early to ensure you get the best seats.

T20 tickets go on general sale on Tuesday 20 February, but you can move up the queue for free and in less than a minute by subscribing to our ‘Over & Out!’ enews.

‘Over & Out!’ subscribers will be able to purchase T20 tickets from Thursday 08 February, 12 days before they go on general sale.

This year’s Vitality Blast fixtures at The Cloud County Ground will be played between Sunday 02 June and Sunday 14 July with the action taking place over two Thursday nights, three Friday nights and two Sunday afternoons.

There is something for everyone in this year’s Vitality Blast, with the home campaign bookended by clash’s against the London sides. Two bumper Thursday night fixtures against Kent Spitfires and a re-run of last year’s semi-final against Hampshire Hawks. Friday nights under lights at Chelmsford return with Glamorgan, Somerset and Sussex Sharks the opposition.

One ticket, seven matches. The T20 Blast Pass.

Despite early bird Blast Passes selling out in no time, there are still a limited number available for the 2024 season. With Adult Blast Passes starting at £175 and Junior’s at just £60, this is the best way to secure your seat to the watch the whole campaign. Plus, you can buy them today!

Limited numbers remaining…

If you wish to renew your Essex Membership or become a new Member, now is the best time to do it!

The Membership early bird window expires on Wednesday 31 January, after which Membership prices will rise.

With the signings of former South Africa captain, Dean Elgar and potential future England star, Jordan Cox already secured, the stage has been set for an unmissable 2024 season.

If you secure your Membership today you’ll also unlock Vitality Blast Season Passes from as little as £92, meaning you can watch every ball at The Cloud County Ground in 2024 for a fraction of the price.

Buy a £15 Junior membership and get one to gift for free

An Essex Membership is for the whole family and there is nothing more important to us than being an easy and accessible ground for kids to come and be inspired by cricket.

That’s why we’re offering anyone who buys a new Junior Membership another one to gift to a friend completely free of charge.

As cricket fans, we know the special feeling of attending your first cricket matches with your friends and the lifelong memories that creates. We want to extend that opportunity to as many children as possible across Essex.

A Junior Membership currently costs just £15 while the Membership early bird window is open. The early bird window closes on Wednesday 31 January, after which Junior Memberships rise to £29 so we recommend you use this offer soon to make the most of it!

Junior Members get free entry to all County Championship and Metro Bank One Day Cup fixtures (up to 32 days of cricket) and they can access Members facilities including the Doug Insole Pavilion. Members can bring a guest into the Pavilion, so if you don’t hold a Membership it’s not an issue as you can come in too as their guest.

To claim this offer, please register the details of any new Members here and then give our Membership Team a call on 01245 254010 (Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm) or visit the Membership and Ticketing Office between Monday and Friday, 9am to 5pm.

The only requirement is that the gifted Membership needs to go a junior who didn’t hold an Essex Membership in 2023. If you’ve already bought a Junior Membership for the 2024 season, you can still claim this offer by getting in touch with our Membership Team.

Paul Walter is a Big Bash League champion after his Brisbane Heat side defeated Sydney Sixers by 54 runs in the final of the 13th edition of the tournament at the SCG.

The Heat, who finished top of the table following the league stage of the tournament, gained revenge for their defeat by the second-placed Sixers in the Qualifier play-off.

Walter, whose nickname of ‘Tall Paul’ proved an instant hit with legions of new fans down under, took 17 wickets throughout the tournament as the Heat sealed their second BBL title.

In doing so, they have become only the third team in the competition, alongside the Sixers, who are three-time champions, and Perth Scorchers, who have five titles, to lift the trophy multiple times.

A seven-match winning streak to start the competition, not including two matches which were washed out, set the Heat well on their way to qualification for the play-offs.

Although they stuttered in their final league match and in the Qualifier, they hit back with some force to dispatch Adelaide Strikers by 54 runs in the Challenger, sealing their spot in the final.

Walter, who also hit 99 runs in the competition, was bettered in the Heat’s wicket-taking charts by only Xavier Bartlett and Spencer Johnson’s respective hauls of 20 and 19.

Meanwhile, Josh Brown, who struck a scintillating 140 from just 57 deliveries in the Challenger match, led the way with the bat, totalling an enormous 366 runs at ana average of 40.66.

Walter’s achievements on the field, as well as his new-found cult hero status, saw him named to the BBL13 team of the tournament.

Everyone at Essex congratulates Paul on a magnificent achievement, and we look forward to welcoming him back to Chelmsford in April as a Big Bash winner.

Get priority access to Vitality Blast tickets

‘Tall Paul’ will be in Essex’s ranks for all seven explosive home Blast fixtures in 2024, including three Friday night clashes under the lights.

You can sign up for early access to secure your seat to watch him and the Eagles live this summer from this Thursday, 08 February, by subscribing to our ‘Over & Out!’ e-newsletter.

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Essex’s Noah Thain crunched an unbeaten half-century as England defeated Under-19 World Cup hosts South Africa by 36 runs on the DLS method to make it back-to-back wins.

Thain amassed 63 not out from 82 deliveries, including eight fours, to top-score in England’s innings, which saw them chasing the Proteas’ 230 all out.

The Three Lions’ chase was interrupted in the 29th over with the score at 137-2, and despite no further play being possible, their total comfortably exceeded the DLS par score, giving them victory.

Tazeem Ali, who took 3/26 from ten overs, was the pick of the bowlers, while Eddie Jack and Jaydn Denly also collected three wickets apiece.

Thain took two catches, both off Denly, as the hosts were dismissed in the final over despite a 55-ball 64 from opener Steve Stolk having initially given them a platform.

A stand of 92 between Thain and captain Ben McKinney, who made 48, helped England recover from the early loss of Denly.

Thain then remained unbeaten through to the curtailment, which was at first due to the threat of lightning before heavy rain did ensure an early end to the match and an England win.

Luc Benkenstein and Charlie Allison were both also in the England team, with the 1998 champions now safely through to the Super Six stage.

The Three Lions beat Scotland in their tournament opener on Saturday, and have the chance to make it three wins from three against West Indies on Friday, prior to the start of the next round.

Get priority access to Vitality Blast tickets

The Eagles will host seven explosive T20 encounters at The Cloud County Ground this summer, and you can secure early access to purchase your tickets from Thursday 08 February by subscribing to our ‘Over & Out!’ e-newsletter.

Simply click below to sign up:

There’s no doubt about it when people say it’s been a debut Big Bash tournament to remember for ‘Tall’ Paul Walter.

His side Brisbane Heat have reached the final which takes place on Wednesday 24 January at the SCG against Sydney Sixers.

It’s with the ball in hand where Walter has made a big impression, taking 16 wickets at an average of just 16.68, with only teammate Xavier Bartlett taking more wickets than the 6ft 7in all-rounder.

Walter has become somewhat of a cult hero out in Queensland after showcasing his high-level bowling and most importantly his now famous airplane celebration which the Heat fans have grown to love.

‘Tall Paul’ made such a big impact that he was also named in the BBL13 Team of the Tournament. Alongside his incredible bowling, Paul scored 93 runs and took four catches along the way.

Everyone at Essex wishes Paul all the best in the Final tomorrow!

Get priority access to Vitality Blast tickets

‘Tall Paul’ will be in Essex’s ranks for all seven explosive home Blast fixtures in 2024, including three Friday night clashes under the lights.

You can sign up for early access to secure your seat to watch him and the Eagles live this summer from this Thursday, 08 February, by subscribing to our ‘Over & Out!’ e-newsletter.

Simply click below to sign up:

Early Bird Blast Passes for the upcoming 2024 Vitality Blast campaign are now sold out! A total of 250 were available at our discounted early bird price but they have now been snapped up after only going on general sale from Friday.

Blast Passes are the best way to watch all 7 home T20 matches at The Cloud County Ground this summer, whilst also jumping the queue before match-by-match tickets go on public sale.

The overwhelming support from Eagles fans is a sign of what’s to come under the lights at Chelmsford this year with sell-out crowds once again throughout the competition.

Miss out on the Blast Pass Early Bird discount?

Do not worry… supporters who missed out on buying one of the 250 early bird allocation are still available to secure a Blast Pass. This is still the cheapest method of watching Essex in T20 action this season with discounts available.

Purchase online now from as little as £175 for Adults, £120 for Young Adults (18-25) and £60 for Juniors (U18s).

Coming Soon: Match-by-Match tickets

For those of you who are looking to secure individual match tickets for this year’s Blast, stay tuned! Tickets go on sale to 2023 tickets buyers on Friday, with Over & Out! e-news subscribers having the chance to purchase two weeks later on Thursday 08 February.

Th Eagles will be playing in front of sold out crowds at The Cloud County Ground, so make sure you take advantage of our priority periods to buy before general sale, plus also saving with our early bird prices too!

Sign up to our FREE Over & Out! emails and receive priority access to T20 tickets from Thursday 08 February.

Vitality Blast on sale dates

• Thursday 11 January: Members’ Priority | Tickets and Blast Pass
• Friday 12 January: 2023 Blast Pass Holders Priority | Blast Pass
• Wednesday 17 January: Blast Pass Pre-Registrations | Blast Pass
• Friday 19 January: Blast Pass General Sale | Blast Pass
• Thursday 25 January: 2023 Ticket Holders priority (online only) | Tickets
• Thursday 08 February: Over & Out! e-news priority (online only) | Tickets
• Tuesday 20 February: General Sale
• Wednesday 01 May: Early Bird Window Closes