Cricket teaches A-League a tough lesson

At the same time as the Brisbane v Newcastle game, 2 state 20-20 games. Promoted like this (using two very well known internationls):

This year's xxx Twenty20 Big Bash has "exploded" with average crowds of nearly 15,000 and TV audiences 40% up on last season!

Here's your last chance this season to experience the action live.

Master blasters Andrew Symonds and Chris Gayle go head-to-head this Saturday night at the Gabba when the ... GOLD Bulls rip into the WA Warriors.

The Bulls are still a chance to make the Finals, irrespective of the result of Wednesday's match against the Blues in Sydney.

So don't miss out. Buy your tickets now on ...........

Tickets include FREE public transport and are just $18 for Adults and $8 for Children. Families of four are $40.

Arrive early to avoid the rush.

First ball is 6.45pm, with the women's Qld v WA Twenty20 curtain-raiser starting at 2.30pm. Gate 4 opens at 2pm.

And if you're single and looking to brighten your horizons in the new year, what about the at-match Twenty20 Singles party? ............