After the stunning successes of previous Lord’s Hospitality Events, we are delighted to be again running our Long Room Lunch, in the hallowed environs of the spiritual ‘home of cricket’.
We are thrilled to announce that we will be joined by one of England’s key white-ball all-rounders, Liam Livingstone. Liam was an important part of England’s 2022 T20 World Cup triumph and has been a regular in the IPL with Punjab Kings. He will be joined by the legendary England fast-bowler Steve Harmison, who is fondly remembered for playing such a vital part in England’s 2025 Ashes victory.
A third big-name special guest will be announced shortly and will be an overseas name. 2025 is a huge year for English cricket, with test match series against India at home and an away Ashes campaign in the winter, so it will be fascinating to hear the thoughts of our panel on how they see things going.
Liam Livingstone
Liam Livingstone is one of England’s most explosive all-rounders, known for his powerful hitting and dynamic performances in both international and franchise cricket. A key figure in England’s white ball setup, Liam played a crucial role in England’s 2022 T20 World Cup triumph. Equally adept with bat and ball, he is a valuable asset in limited-overs cricket, where his great versatility and ability to clear the ropes with ease make him a true match-winner on any stage. Domestically, he has been a standout performer for Lancashire and has gained global recognition in tournaments such as the IPL, The Hundred, and the Big Bash League. We are thrilled to have Liam joining us for this special event!
Steve Harmison
Steve Harmison was one of England’s most fearsome fast bowlers, playing a key role in the legendary 2005 Ashes victory. With raw pace and bounce, he led the England attack for several years, reaching the pinnacle of the ICC Test bowling rankings in 2004. Steve’s memorable spells included a devastating 7/12 against the West Indies in 2004, one of the greatest Test bowling performances. He represented England in 63 Test matches and over 50 ODIs, finishing his career with more than 220 Test wickets. Since retiring, Steve has transitioned into punditry and coaching, sharing his insights on the game. We are delighted to welcome Steve as a special guest for 2025!
Third Special Guest
Our third special guest will be another high-profile player to be announced shortly and will be an overseas name. Previous names have included the likes of Brian Lara, Graeme Smith, Steve Waugh and Glenn McGrath.
Dave Fulton
Dave enjoyed a 15 year career with Kent, playing in 200 First Class matches with an average in the high 30s, and over 100 one day games. His best season came in 2001, when he scored an incredible 1892 First Class runs at an average of just under 76, being crowned PCA Player of the Year. Since retiring from the game in 2006, Dave has forged a career as a cricket journalist and event host, appearing regularly on Sky Sports’ cricket coverage. In 1993 he took the catch to dismiss Viv Richards in his final First Class innings! We are delighted to have Dave hosting our event!
Emiy Haig
We are delighted to welcome one of the UK’s best vocalists to sing between courses at our lunch. Emily’s powerhouse soprano vocals, spellbinding and dramatic performance and stunning looks, ensure that she immediately commands the stage and engages with her audience. Emily has been honoured to perform the National Anthem 27 times at Wembley Stadium, 5 times at Silverstone Circuit and Twickenham Stadium, plus amongst others, the Olympic Park, Motorpoint Arena, Copper Box and Ricoh Stadium, all of which were internationally live broadcast to millions worldwide.
Lord’s Long Room
Renowned as “the most evocative four walls in the world of cricket”, the Long Room in the Lords Pavilion has been at the epicentre of the game for time immemorial. Artwork from across the centuries adorns every wall, with the haughty gazes of the likes of WG Grace and Sir Jack Hobbs mingling with more modern icons of the game, such as Sir Ian Botham and Shane Warne. The service and catering in the Long Room are of the very highest calibre, as befits such a magnificent venue; you and your guests are sure to be enchanted by the whole experience.
