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Barbados Invites UK Travellers to upcoming White-Ball Series


The statue of Sir Garfield Sobers, also known as Gary Sobers, in front of the Worrell, Weekes and Walcott (3Ws) Stand at Kensington Oval Cricket Ground, Bridgetown, Barbados

 

The Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. (BTMI) has announced that in a bid to continue the UK summer of sport, it is inviting travellers to the upcoming white-ball series on the island.

On the 6th, 9th and 10th November, Barbados’ oldest cricket ground, Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, is set to host the white-ball series between England and West Indies which will include one ODI and two T20s. With Barbados known for being the mecca for cricket in the Caribbean, the island successfully hosted the eight T20 World Cup Games this year, as well as the sold-out World Cup Final which was attended by over 20,000 fans.

As the season comes to the end in the UK, BTMI welcomes cricket lovers to enjoy ‘the gentleman’s game’ in sunnier and warmer climes, where the average temperature in Barbados in November will reach a high of 30 degrees Celsius.

Cheryl Carter, Chief Operations Officer at BTMI, said: “After an incredibly popular summer of sport in Barbados this year, with many coupling their holidays to our wonderful island with the T20 World Cup Games, we are thrilled to be continuing the excitement with the white ball-series in November. Not only are we honoured and proud to hold yet another important cricket tournament in the iconic Kensington Oval, we are delighted to welcome home our very own Jofra Archer and Jacob Bethell (TBC if the Jofra and Chris will be playing – we will remove this reference if not and re-word the quote), as well as Phil Salt who grew up and honed his early cricketing skills here, as they prepare to play against the mighty West Indies.

Kamal Springer, Manager for Sports Tourism at BTMI also commented: “While Barbados is traditionally known for its exquisite beaches and magnificent landscapes, perfect for a relaxing holiday, we are very fortunate to also cater to those who look for a more active getaway; and what better way to get the heart pumping than to watch your favourite cricket player hit a six to the sound of thousands of roaring fans in one of the most iconic cricket grounds in the world?’

 

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