Cricket

The Cricket Club is a sociable sporting club that is open to all people who work and study at Clare Hall, regardless of experience of the game. If you’ve never picked up a cricket bat before, this is your chance to give it a go.

We aim to have a series of indoor nets at Fenners in the winter and at the end of April offer a mix of sociable nets or practices and hard-fought fixtures, leading up to the unmissable Grand Midsummer Challenge Match between the College President’s XI (or more) and the Students. 

For all queries, please email the Club via cricket@clarehall.cam.ac.uk.

News

2024

On the 19th of June, Clare Hall hosted its Annual Cricket Match, drawing College members, friends, and family to Leckhampton Field. The Students Team was up against the President’s XI, who were hoping to defend their win from last year. The sunny day was filled with vibrant conversation and excitement for the match, shared over delicious afternoon tea kindly provided by our kitchen team. The President’s XI ultimately emerged victorious, with a final score of President’s XI 117-7 v Students 100-6.

For a full recap of the day, enjoy a report written by John Drew, along with photos from the match.

2023

The President’s XI (or XIII) scored 113 for 4 wickets from 20 overs. The Students reply was 81 for 10 so the President’s XI won by 32 runs which was a near exact reversal of 2022 when the Students won by 30 runs.

A wonderful time was had by all at the Annual President’s XI v Students yesterday. The sun shone, the balls flew and a lovely tea was provided by Sabrina, Clive and the team.

See you next year!

2022

Clare Hall was thrilled to host its annual Cricket Match between the President’s XI and Clare Hall students on 22 June 2022, with the students winning 146/9 to the President’s XI 116/7.

Player of the Match, Nadiah Thanthawi-Jauhari, recounts the experience.

The match – the first in four years due to inclement weather and the pandemic – was held at the Leckhampton sports ground in the glorious summer sunshine. This midsummer gathering has long been one of the most enjoyable events in the College calendar, and yesterday included afternoon tea and a celebratory dinner in the evening.

Enjoy photographs from the day via our Facebook album.