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Sir Bobby Print in Cricket Match Raffle - Ipswich Town News

Former Blues manager Sir Bobby Robson has donated a limited edition framed print to a never-to-be-repeated raffle which will be held during Town's Twenty20 cricket match at Chantry Park on Thursday 31st July.

The print, of which only 100 have been produced, is a montage of Robson's football life, signed by the man himself.

Part of the proceeds from the event will go to the Sir Bobby Robson Cancer Foundation and the ex-England boss, who used to take his Town teams to Chantry Park to play similar games, is pleased to be involved in this year's match: "Cricket has always been a game close to my heart.

"This works out perfectly as hopefully I can help Ipswich and East Suffolk in their match against Ipswich Town â€" and also help my charity.”

Entry to the game is free via Chantry Park's London Road entrance, with a bar, refreshments and full sound system. The event starts from 5.45pm with a signed Town shirt also part of the raffle.

Last year's game ended in a somewhat contrived draw as bad light stopped play in the 22nd over of the Town innings with the Blues two runs short of Ipswich and East Suffolk's 147 all out having lost 13 wickets.

Boss Jim Magilton says his side are looking for victory this time around: "We had great fun and enjoyed it last season and we are looking forward to another big night. Like every other game we play we will be going all out to win.”

Alex Bruce was the Town man of the match a year ago, while Alan Lee took a memorable caught and bowled. Former goalkeeper-coach Andy Rhodes also impressed, as did full-back David Wright.

The match is being sponsored by KPMG, Mad Rabbit Recruitment and SEH/BAC. For more information contact IES CC secretary Dave Little on 01473 729732.

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