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Photos: Cup Match Cricket Game & Awards

Photos: Cup Match Cricket Game & Awards

The Cup Match Classic took place at St. George’s Cricket Club, with the match ending in a draw resulting in Somerset retaining the Cup. For all our coverage of Cup Match click here and for comprehensive coverage of all aspects of Cup Match please see our dedicated website BernewsCupMatch.com. For... Read more of this article

Scorecard: 2023 Cup Match Classic Day Two

Scorecard: 2023 Cup Match Classic Day Two

The 2023 Cup Match Classic concluded in a draw, with Somerset retaining the Cup. Somerset Cricket Club 404 St. George’s Cricket Club 219 & 240/6 – Match Drawn Day Two of the Annual Cup Match Classic saw the match end in a draw at the Wellington Oval. The St. George’s Cricket Club were bowled out for 219 in their first inning, Delray... Read more of this article

Minibuses For Cup Match Fever Attendees

Minibuses For Cup Match Fever Attendees

Tonight’s [August 4] Cup Match Fever event is set to take place at Fort St. Catherine, with minibuses available to transport attendees. A spokesperson said, “Minibus pickup and drop off locations are Tiger Bay, St Georges Town Square, East End Primary, RAA, and along that road. “CADA and BRSC minibus info: East End drop off at #1 Gate;... Read more of this article

Live Updates & Videos: 2023 Cup Match

Live Updates & Videos: 2023 Cup Match

[Updating] The 2023 Cup Match Classic will take place on Thursday and Friday at the St George’s Cricket Club, and we will be bringing you live text, photo and video updates as able, as Somerset and St George’s match up in front of what is expected to be thousands of spectators at the iconic annual event which is being held at the St George’s... Read more of this article

Scorecard: 2023 Cup Match Classic Day One

Scorecard: 2023 Cup Match Classic Day One

The much anticipated Cup Match Classic got underway yesterday [Aug 3] at the St. George’s Cricket Club [SGCC]. Somerset Cricket Club 404 St. George’s Cricket Club 1/1 – End of Day One St George’s won the toss and elected to bowl. Somerset Cricket Club would score 404, Dion Stovell was the top scorer with 139, Zeko Burgess was the... Read more of this article

Photos Set 2: 2023 Cup Match Classic Day #1

Photos Set 2: 2023 Cup Match Classic Day #1

The much anticipated Cup Match Classic got underway as Somerset and St. George’s match up at St. George’s Cricket Club today [Aug 3]. We will have additional coverage of the holiday, and for live updates of the match please click here and for all our coverage of Cup Match click here and for comprehensive coverage of all aspects of Cup Match... Read more of this article

Photos: 2023 Cup Match Classic Gets Underway

Photos: 2023 Cup Match Classic Gets Underway

The much anticipated Cup Match Classic got underway as Somerset and St. George’s match up at St. George’s Cricket Club today [Aug 3]. We will have additional coverage of the holiday, and for live updates of the match please click here and for all our coverage of Cup Match click here and for comprehensive coverage of all aspects of Cup Match... Read more of this article

Photos & Video: Cup Match Preparations

Photos & Video: Cup Match Preparations

Ground staff, scaffolders, and volunteers have been busily working around the clockto ensure the Wellington Oval is ready for Cup Match tomorrow [August 3]. Video footage captured by Bernews shows work being carried out, including ensuring the pitch is protected from the heavy downpours, painting the St George’s crest onto the pitch, and ensuring... Read more of this article

Premier & Family Highlight Local Designer

Premier & Family Highlight Local Designer

Premier David Burt and his family released their annual Cup Match photo, featuring clothing by Bermudian designer, business owner and creative Jordan Carey, founder and Creative Director of the Loquat brand. A spokesperson said, “Premier David Burt, JP, MP and his family have today shared their annual Cup Match photo. “This year’s official... Read more of this article

Photos & Video: HSBC Cup Match Celebration

Photos & Video: HSBC Cup Match Celebration

HSBC Bermuda held activities this afternoon [Aug 2] at their Harbourview branch to celebrate the upcoming Cup Match holiday, with snow cones in the all important colors of red & blue and blue & blue and a visit from the Gombeys. Today’s festivities follow after the two motorcades, with one leaving from Somerset and one leaving from St George’s. You... Read more of this article

Environmentally Friendly Cup Match Planned

Environmentally Friendly Cup Match Planned

St. George’s Cricket Club [SGCC] and Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB] are collaborating on a Green Events Waste Management Plan for this year’s Annual Cup Match Classic. A spokesperson said, “The partnership also includes Recycle Bermuda, the Department of Waste Management and Wilmot’s Trucking who are working together towards the... Read more of this article

Premier David Burt’s Cup Match Message

Premier David Burt’s Cup Match Message

[Premier David Burt's Cup Match message] The Cup Match holiday celebrates our culture and the history that binds us as Bermudians. It is a time when we come together to enjoy the finest aspects of our heritage, cherishing the company of loved ones and eagerly anticipating two days of thrilling cricket between Somerset and St. George’s. The anticipation... Read more of this article

Opposition Leader’s Cup Match Message

Opposition Leader’s Cup Match Message

[Opposition Leader Cole Simons' Cup Match message] Happy Cup Match Bermuda! It is Cup Match time in Bermuda, and whether we are at the game, on the beach or relaxing at home, one thing is certain–we will enjoy ourselves! It is a time to celebrate, it’s a time for togetherness. It is a time for our people, our history, our traditions and our... Read more of this article

Video: Minister Weeks Cup Match Message

Video: Minister Weeks Cup Match Message

[Minister of National Security Michael Weeks’ Cup Match Message] Bermuda, the most exhilarating time of the year is upon us – the annual Cup Match holiday weekend. As we reflect on emancipation and the struggles and sacrifices of those that came before us, this is a time to celebrate our heritage, embrace our unity and of course, enjoy some fantastic... Read more of this article

Friendly Society Tour Set For August 25th

Friendly Society Tour Set For August 25th

In recognition of Emancipation Day and Cup Match, the Bermuda National Library is getting set to present ‘Find Your Voice’ and, in collaboration with Titan Express, a Friendly Society Tour on Friday, August 25 at 6.00pm. A spokesperson said, “In recognition of Emancipation Day and Cup Match, the Bermuda National Library presents ‘Find... Read more of this article

Take Five To Donate 500 Meals During Holiday

Take Five To Donate 500 Meals During Holiday

Take Five Catering is donating 500 meals over the Cup Match holiday to families in need by supporting the Seventh Day Adventist Church’s feeding program. A spokesperson said, “As Cup Match fever sweeps the island, Take Five Catering proudly announces its ongoing commitment to giving back to the community during this beloved holiday. For the... Read more of this article