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Sumner Sports Pavillion T20 Smash - Thursday 5 February 2026

18 December 2025


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A T20 cricket match, a battle of the codes Rugby vs Cricket featuring celebrity and high-profile community members,

Hosted at the picturesque St Leonard's Park in the heart of Sumner, the first ball will be bowled at 3pm.

Ticketed hospitality: Hospitality will start at 2.30pm, in the ticketed Scarborough Lounge and private marquees.

Public entry by donation: The Pavilion bar will be open to the wider community. Everyone is invited and welcome to attend in exchange for a donation, with areas available for BYO seating and picnics. Food vendors will be on site to add to the festival atmosphere.

The event commentary will be hosted by Lesley Murdoch (Sports Journalist, Sumner resident, Cricket and Hockey representative and Olympian, and immediate Past President of New Zealand Cricket).

Players and other VIP's will be announced on the Sumner Sports Pavilion Facebook and Instagram.

All funds raised will go towards building a new Sumner Sports Pavilion on St Leonard's Park.

Private marquees are available with comprehensive hospitality offerings. For more information contact amy.carter@perception.nz

Please note that this is a fundraising event and there are no refunds if the game cannot proceed. The private Marquees and Scarborough Lounge events will offer alternative entertainment utilising our players and other VIP's.