Cricket Season Underway At Utilita Bowl

The cricket season is now in full swing and Utilita Bowl announces a line-up of exciting competitions and fixtures that promise entertainment for all. Whether one is a seasoned cricket fan or simply looking for a fun day out, Utilita Bowl has something for everyone this season.

The venue offers a wide range of options to fans and visitors to attend. Choose from tickets for those who want to lock-in for the on-pitch entertainment and enjoy in-venue amenities, to hospitality for those wanting to treat themselves to a VIP experience with high-quality food and drink options in a sociable suite or private box, to the relaxation of viewing the match from your very own pitch-facing hotel bedroom in Hilton Southampton - Utilita Bowl.

Alternatively, a Hampshire Cricket Membership offers season-long access to all of Hampshire's and Southern Vipers' endeavours played at Utilita Bowl, alongside a number of additional perks.

Find out more about what's coming to the home of Hampshire Cricket this season and how to be here below.

Hampshire Cricket & Hampshire Hawks

Vitality County Championship

The Vitality County Championship offers traditional four-day cricket, with Hampshire competing against top teams like Surrey and Lancashire in Division One.

With seven fixtures at Utilita Bowl, fans have ample opportunities to catch the action. Click here to view fixtures.

To secure your place to the first-class clashes, you can secure tickets, hospitality, a pitch-facing hotel bedroom or a Hampshire Cricket Membership.

To find out more about the Vitality County Championship and how to be here via the link below.

Vitality Blast

The T20 extravaganza of Vitality Blast promises thunderous hits and nail-biting finishes as Hampshire Hawks light up Utilita Bowl from Thursday 30th May to Friday 19th July.

As one of the powerhouse teams in the Vitality Blast, the Hampshire Hawks are the most successful domestic T20 team in history with three title victories, and boasting a line-up of top-tier talent from around the globe

With state-of-the-art facilities, an electric atmosphere, free family-friendly activities, and the best food & drink in cricket as rated by the fans, the stadium offers an unparalleled experience for spectators of all ages.

Ticket options include a seven-match Passport to all home T20s, general admission tickets, the premium Vitality Blast Plus tickets, or discounted group tickets when attending in a group of six or more. The Early Bird discount is available on tickets until Wednesday 1st May.

A range of hospitality packages are available from just £75 + VAT, for those interested in a VIP experience including high quality food and drink from the social atmosphere of a shared suite or the intimate surrounds of a private box.

Pitch-facing hotel bedrooms at Hilton Southampton - Utilita Bowl offer one of the most unique and luxurious live sport experiences in the UK. Starting from as little as £173, Vitality Blast Bedroom Packages are limited per match and certain to sell out.

Hampshire Cricket Members enjoy access Hampshire Hawks' seven Vitality Blast matchdays as part of their Membership.

To find out more about the Vitality Blast and how to be here via the link below.

Metro Bank One Day Cup

Experience the thrills of 50-over cricket as Hampshire battles it out in the Metro Bank One Day Cup, offering a perfect blend of excitement and strategy.

To secure your place to the 50-over matches, you can secure tickets, hospitality, a pitch-facing hotel bedroom or attend as a Hampshire Cricket Member.

To find out more about the Metro Bank One Day Cup and how to be here via the link below.

Southern Vipers

Southern Vipers are the most successful regional Women's domestic team in history, with six trophies since forming in 2016 and currently hold the domestic double after winning both trophies in 2023.

The Vipers host their 2024 home fixtures between Utilita Bowl, Wormsley, the 1st Central County Ground Hove, Arundel and Falkland C.C.

Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy

Georgia Adams' side arrive at Utilita Bowl on Saturday 27th April for a 50-over contest against Northern Diamonds, then hosting matches across their other home grounds across the summer, before returning to Utilita Bowl for their group stage finale on Saturday 7th September.

Charlotte Edwards Cup

The Vipers open their T20 campaign in a thrilling match against The Blaze at Utilita Bowl on Saturday 18th May, before joining Hampshire Hawks for two T20 double headers on Thursday 30th May and Friday 14th May, where both sides play on the same day against exciting oppositions.

To watch Southern Vipers this summer, you can secure tickets, a pitch-facing hotel bedroom or attend as a Hampshire Cricket Member.

To find out more about Southern Vipers and see them in action, follow the link below.

Southern Brave

The Hundred

The Hundred, a fast-paced 100-ball cricket competition, comes alive at Utilita Bowl with Southern Brave hosting four double headers.

Choose from a range of ticket options via thehundred.com from the general sale beginning on Tuesday 23rd April.

Premium experiences include a range of hospitality packages and pitch-facing hotel bedrooms for The Hundred at Utilita Bowl.

Follow the link below to find out more about The Hundred and how to be at Utilita Bowl for Southern Brave's matchdays.

England Cricket

Vitality IT20

Utilita Bowl will stage two all-action Vitality IT20s in 2024 as England Women face New Zealand on Saturday 6th July, before England Men take on Australia in an IT20 of their own on Wednesday 11th September.

As a result of high early demand, England Men v Australia sold out during the ballot and England Women v New Zealand is over 95% sold.

Be part of the action for England Women v New Zealand with tickets available from £25, hospitality from £139 + VAT.

A limited number of pitch-facing hotel bedrooms are available for both IT20s.

Click the link below to find out more about the internationals coming to Utilita Bowl and how to be there.