BANGOR begin their defence of the North Wales Cricket League Premier Division with an opening day home clash with Gresford.

The current champions go in search of a second consecutive crown and will look to get off to a positive start when the season commences on Saturday, April 21.

Runners-up Menai Bridge will be looking to make a huge statement when they take on newly promoted Northop, with Dion Holden’s men fancied by many to go one better this term.

Denbigh will be working under a new captain this season in the hope of gaining similar success, and Harrison Jones will begin his time at the helm when his ambitious team welcome Connah’s Quay to Ystrad Road.

Another newcomer will also be on their travels as Pwllheli travel to Brymbo, while Hawarden Park will host Chirk.

Perhaps the tie of the first series of fixtures comes at Elwy Grove Park, where last season’s surprise package St Asaph welcome 2016 champions Llandudno.

North Wales Premier Division opening fixtures: Bangor vs Gresford, Brymbo vs Pwllheli, Denbigh vs Connah’s Quay, Hawarden Park vs Chirk, Menai Bridge vs Northop, St Asaph vs Llandudno.