Vics out to 'break the spirit' of NSW

Traditional rivals the Victorian Spirit and NSW Breakers clash at the MCG this weekend in the 2003/04 WNCL Finals Series. The best of three series begins on Saturday, with the Spirit attempting to make it back to back titles after their thrilling victory over the Breakers in the 2002/03 Finals.

Vic Spirit Coach Ken Davis said he expected a high standard finals series between the two best sides. "Both sides have deserved their place in the finals and I'm expecting some very intense, high quality cricket. Eleven of the players participating in the finals are involved with the national squad so I think that speaks volumes about the strength of women's cricket in both Victoria and NSW".

In a public boost to the Spirit's chances, the Minister for Sport and Recreation, Mr Justin Madden urged Victorians to get behind the team in the quest for success at the MCG. "We are urging people to come down to the MCG and rally behind Victoria's outstanding female cricketers in their bid for national glory. A big hometown crowd cheering them onto success would be fantastic".

The Spirit and Breakers played two matches in the 2003/04 home and away series, the first ending in the WNCL's first ever tie and the second seeing a Spirit victory with just six balls to spare. Overall in the WNCL the Breakers hold a 15-9 advantage over the Spirit.

Saturday, January 31: First Final - Play commences at 10.00am (Free Entry)

Sunday, February 1: Second Final - Play commences at 10.00am (Free Entry)

Monday, February 2: Third Final if required