Travel advice

Preparing the wicket

The extreme winter weather continues to cause travel chaos throughout the UK.

Transport chiefs have advised that all batsman should ensure that their run is absolutely necessary before leaving the crease.

Before responding to a call from the other end, batters should check local conditions by contacting appropriate advice lines.

Batters deciding to attempt a run should carry blankets, a thermos flask with hot drinks, a torch and a spade in case conditions deteriorate.

Be safe not sorry.  Blizzard conditions are responsible for too many run outs at this time of year.