The game against the world’s number one ODI side comes on the eve of the first of five NatWest ODI's versus England.

When can Members claim their FREE ticket?

There has never been a better time to become a Member of Essex Cricket with the arrival of Australia at The Ford County Ground. Upon joining or renewing Membership in 2012, Members will receive a voucher which will be included in their Membership pack that they can exchange FREE of charge for a match ticket.

How much will a ticket cost for non-Members?

General sale public tickets will be available priced at £30, under 18’s £15 (why not become a Junior Eagle for £12 to receive your FREE ticket!). 2012 Friends Life t20 Season Ticket Holders can purchase a discounted ticket - £25 for adults, £12 for juniors (same price as becoming a 2012 Junior Eagle!)

When can I secure my tickets?

We will soon be announcing details of our ticket packages for the 2012 season. To ensure you are among the first to receive details simply sign up for FREE to the popular 'Over & Out!' e-newsletters. > Sign Me Up >

Before tickets go on public sale (subject to availability) subscribers to the 'Over & Out!' e-newsletters will receive priority - another reward from Essex Cricket.

Can I reserve my seat for the Australia match?

Members and supporters can reserve a seat for the match at the price of an additional £7.

The Members areas for the match include a section of the Tom Pearce lower and upper tiers. Confirmation of the blocks will be communicated soon via www.essexcricket.org.uk. Within the Tom Pearce Upper and Lower stands there will be a combination of reserved and unreserved Members seating available. All unreserved seating will be on a first come, first served basis.

Exclusive Members areas will also be the Tiptree Stand & Pavilion area.

Demand for reserved seating will be very high so secure your seat for the big match so you don’t miss out!

When can I secure my Hospitality place?

There will be significant interest in our popular hospitality packages for the match so don’t miss out on the opportunity to dine your guests in style. Details will soon be announced - keep an eye on www.essexcricket.org.uk for details.

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When will the start time be?

The start time for this match is 2pm until 9:45pm.

The Club is gearing up for the visit of Australia and the playing staff share the excitement with all our Members and supporters.

Essex Head Coach Paul Grayson said, “It is really exciting news for everyone at the Club as we get to come up against one of, if not the best, One Day sides in the World.

“We have shown we can perform well in the 40-over format of the game and we will certainly be putting out a very strong side against them.

“It will be great for the Members and supporters to have Australia at Chelmsford and well done for the people behind the scenes in making this possible.

“Obviously Alastair Cook performed exceptionally well against Australia in 2005 by getting his double century and this was a pivotal stage in his career. Both Alastair and Ravi showed in this match that they could score runs against the best and it proved a big turning point for both of their careers. This shows to our current group of young players that they can go out and perform and express their talent.”

Danny Macklin, Essex Cricket Commercial Manager, "We are obviously delighted to be hosting Australia at The Ford County Ground in the height of the sporting summer of 2012. We are obviously expecting the interest to be huge from Members, supporters and from businesses across the region. This will be an ideal opportunity for the Essex First XI to test themselves against some of the greatest players in the game."