Hogg the speaker at JCA dinner

JAKARTA: Former Australian fast bowler Rodney Hogg will be the guest speaker at the annual Jakarta Cricket Association (JCA) dinner to be held at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Central Jakarta on Saturday.

Hogg, known as the "Rocket", was one of the fastest bowlers in the modern era, making his test debut in 1978 and eventually playing in 38 tests. He is now involved in coaching in Victoria, Australia.

End-of-season awards for the JCA Kabelvision Cricket League will also be given out on the night, including to league champions Senayan CC.

Tickets, costing Rp 500,000 each, will be available at the door. The event begins at 6 p.m. -- JP