Return of Duchess of Rutland XI v MCC to Belvoir Cricket Ground
By John Lomas
Published 8th Jul 2026, 15:41 BST
The annual cricket fixture between the Duchess of Rutland XI and the MCC will take place at Belvoir Cricket Ground, Knipton, on Thursday, 16th July.
The feature match, first played in 2010, is hosted by the Belvoir Education & Sports Trust (BEST).
The two sides compete for the Imogen Skirving Memorial Trophy, which honours a former trustee of the charity.
A Spirit of Cricket award will also be presented in memory of Vic Heppenstall, affectionately known as ‘Mr Belvoir’ for his devotion to local cricket.
The Duchess’ team, selected by BEST chief executive and former Notts player Darren Bicknell, narrowly trail the series 8-7.
This year the Trust will work with more than 5,000 primary and special needs children, introducing them to cricket, basketball and other sports and running countryside education days on the Belvoir Estate.
The match, 40 overs per side, starts at 1pm and entry is free.