Champions do battle in bid to gain promotion to Premier League

CONSETT and Seaham Park face off tomorrow for the right to play in Division One of the Dukes North East Premier League next season.

The Spa Grounds, home of Shotley Bridge Cricket Club, is the venue for the winner-takes-all clash which brings the 2021 local league campaign to a close.

It brings together two of this summer’s league champions.

Consett lifted the Northumberland and Tyneside League title while Seaham Park prevailed in Division One of the the Readers Durham and North East League.

Consett skipper Stuart Graham said: “We are looking forward to the game but unfortunately we will be without our professional Azim Kazi.

“He has returned to India for the start of their domestic season.” Also absent are Robbie Winn and Andy Stokoe.

Steven Turnbull, Andy Forster and Ewan Mccabe are drafted in.

Graham added: “Ewan has fared well in the all-rounder stakes throughout the season.

“In his 38 outings he has managed 36 wickets at 20 apiece and a respectable 22 average with the bat.

“Steven and Andy have also not let the side down either during their appearances.”

Seaham Park skipper Dale Shaw said: “The club this season has had great success.

“We have achieved what we have wanted to do, not only with the first and second teams but with our junior sides, who have done very well.

“This game is a testament to the club and the committee for all their hard work and efforts this season.”