We had tried to buy general ground seats for the match, but were unable to as the website showed that the match was sold out. Through the ground we purchased hospitality tickets in the President’s Pavillon at £85 per ticket, including all day food and local alcohol. We turned up to find the ground at best half full and settled into our box with a member of the MCC , a group of Warwickshire/Birmingham City fans and a few South Africans. As the game wore on and it became evident that England were going to lose, the Blues fans (who had chosen to take advantage of the unlimited bar) decided to give Chris Woakes (a local lad) abuse because he is a Villa supporter.
However, that said, we had a great day at a great location, despite the poor result. Joe Denley batted well, but unfortunately de Kock and Bavuma batted better, sharing a partnership of 173.
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