The re-match is set between the Essendon Footballers and the Australian Test cricketers tomorrow when they clash at Windy Hill. Last year the Bombers took the honours winning the action packed match by one run, but in 2005 the Aussies want to level the score when the star-studded teams do battle in the 3 mobile Six-a-Side Showdown.

Desperate for victory, the Australian cricketers have drafted in local legends Merv Hughes and Dean Jones to provide extra support to Shane Warne and Adam Gilchrist as part of their sixman line up. For the Bombers, Matthew Lloyd and James Hird will lead the team in the 90 minute showdown.

And preparations have already started in earnest at Windy Hill. “The wickets have come out in the change rooms, the blokes are trying to impress with their bowling or batting. So there are a few guys vying for selection,” Essendon’s captain Matthew Lloyd explained.

“We have found out a few chinks in the armour of Warne and Gilchrist and those guys from last year, but we can’t reveal them until game day. Jones and Hughes are two of the best sledgers going around so we might have to pick an experienced side to combat those guys.”

On the eve of Christmas, it will be great afternoon of fun and will give fans the chance to get up close and personal with some of the biggest names in Australian sport in the lead up to the 3 mobile Boxing Day Test against South Africa. Entry is a gold coin donation, with proceeds being split between the Royal Flying Doctors Service and Essendon Football Club’s community program On the Ball.

The match at Windy Hill is also a great way of reminding cricket fans that they can catch all the latest cricket news and live streaming of the matches via 3 mobile, for both the 3 mobile Test Series and the VB Series this summer.

And make sure you bring to the showdown your FREE 3 mobile Supporter’s Hand to cheer on both sides. Whether you want to become the third umpire or you’re simply keen to wave your finger at the opposition, it’s now all in your hand. The 3 mobile Supporter’s Hand is available free at any Melbourne 3 shop or Authorised Dealer while stocks last.

3 mobile Six-a-side Showdown

Date – Thursday, December 22nd 2005
Time – 1:00 pm
Admission – Gold coin donation
Gates open from 9am - Parking is limited and public transport recommended.