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Wolfbrook backing Summer’s biggest sporting showdown: T20 Black Clash 2026

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  • The summer’s biggest sporting mash-up is back, and Wolfbrook is right there in the thick of it.

    We’re proud to return as Associate Naming Rights Sponsor for the Hot Spring Spas T20 Black Clash in association with Wolfbrook, taking over Bay Oval, Tauranga on Saturday 17 January 2026. 

    Now in our third year of supporting this iconic event, we know the Black Clash isn’t just about cricket versus rugby. It’s about mates, families, and fans coming together for one night of laughs, rivalry, and world-class sport under the lights. 

    The stage is set with two crowd favourites leading their teams once again: Dan Vettori for Team Cricket and Wolfbrook Ambassador Kieran Read for Team Rugby. Both men know how to win, and how to fire up a summer crowd. 

    The line-ups are looking even stronger this year with two blockbuster additions. Michael “Mr Cricket” Hussey, one of the most consistent performers of his generation, joins Team Rugby as a wildcard. With more than 50,000 runs, 19 Test centuries, and a reputation as one of the game’s great finishers, he’s sure to bring the fireworks. Facing him will be Tim Southee, making his Black Clash debut. With more Test wickets than almost any Kiwi bowler in history, second only to the legend Sir Richard Hadlee, Southee brings serious firepower to Team Cricket. 

    It’s this unique blend of star power, banter, and big moments that makes the Black Clash so special. Whether you’re cheering from the stands or watching from home, it’s Kiwi summer sport at its very best. 

    At Wolfbrook, we’re passionate about supporting events that connect people, showcase excellence, and create memories. The Black Clash embodies all of that, which is why we’re so proud to be part of it again next year. 

    We can’t wait to see Bay Oval packed with fans, the rivalry renewed, and the community celebrating together. Join us this January for the Hot Spring Spas T20 Black Clash in association with Wolfbrook, where legends collide and summer truly comes alive. 

    Tickets go on sale Tuesday 16 September, make sure you don’t miss out at blackclash.co.nz. Check out the video below to see what we got up to in 2024!