Cricket match abandoned after bull storms pitch
Summary
A cricket match at Burnopfield Cricket Club was stopped and abandoned after a bull ran onto the field and charged at players. Despite several attempts, including bringing a cow to lure the bull away, the animal did not leave until later on its own.Key Facts
- The match was part of the North East Premier League at Burnopfield Cricket Club.
- The bull weighed about 800kg (126 stone) and was young and very strong.
- The bull escaped from a nearby farm and traveled about a mile to the cricket ground.
- Attempts to remove the bull included the owner driving a cow to the field to attract it.
- Police were called to the scene because the bull was charging at players and farmers.
- Two farmers tried to stop the bull; one was hit but was not seriously hurt.
- Burnopfield Cricket Club had scored 226 runs before the match was stopped.
- The match was important for the club’s league standing and was abandoned due to safety concerns.
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