British cricketers trek up Everest for heady game

Press Releasein Cricket

Two cricket teams from Britain are on their way to Mount Everest to play the sport's highest-ever match -- lugging bats, pads and even their own pitch with them.

The 50-strong expedition is on its way to Gorak Shep, a plateau 5,165 metres (17,000 feet) above sea level, close to Everest Base Camp, for the record-breaking charity game.

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