The stage is set…. literally. Two days out and Pockets is a hot-bed of red carpet and bright lights. It’s time for the Grand Finale of the Pockets Sports inaugural season.
And what a feast we have in store.
National pride will be on the line; where players will be putting the hopes of a country on their backs, and their hearts out on the table.
The Pocket Sports Trans Tasman Cup will re-ignite the historic Eight Ball rivalry between Australia & New Zealand.
The Kiwis have arrived en masse. Six of their very best, plus a manager, support staff; and a massive cheer squad that would match the Barmy Army.
The Kiwis will also start as self declared underdogs, but the Aussies aren’t having any of it. The Australians know that NZ is pumped and practiced. In short, the Aussies are ready.
The online media pages in both countries have been buzzing in anticipation. The banter and rivalry between the opposing teams’ players and their supporters has had social media followers in stitches. Words have been said, and challenges laid down, but the time is nigh to lay that aside. This is serious business.
Who will win?
Well, it’s a test match and it’s sport…. the best prepared, and the team that wants this the most will win.
Your teams for the weekend are:
AUSTRALIA
- Marc Robertson (Capt)
- Michael Scerri
- John Wheeler
- Ian Craig
- Nathan McMahon
- Sean Dempsey
NEW ZEALAND
- Simon Singleton (Capt)
- Adam Shaw
- Adam Lilley
- Des Wilcox
- Healey White
- Bayden Jackson
This weekend’s action starts with an opening ceremony at 2:30pm and games commence at 3pm Melbourne time on both days.
So, whatever you are doing, keep your device handy, or your TV tuned in, and watch this spectacular event unfold. It will be worth it.
For lucky locals, tickets are available on the website at just $20.
Full weekend Live-stream passes are just $12.
