Manchester is widely recognised as one of the finest sporting cities in the world, and it regularly hosts a wide range of ‘must-see’ events.
Home to two of the best football clubs in the business, Manchester has also built a strong legacy across numerous other sporting disciplines.
The city is the host to national centres for cycling, lacrosse, squash, taekwondo and water polo, highlighting the diverse nature of its offering.
Read on as we take a closer look at some of the exciting sporting events scheduled to take place in Manchester during 2021.
Premier League Darts
Many sports fans will be using the Virgin Bet bonus code to wager on the 2021 Professional Darts Corporation’s Premier League.
The competition reverts to a ten-player format this year, with the season on track to commence around Easter time.
Manchester Arena is due to host a Premier League event towards the end of the regular season, and it will probably prove to be a pivotal night.
World champion Gerwyn Price will fancy his chances of adding the Premier League title to his haul and delighting his army of fans who will be watching on sports streaming sites.
T20 Roses Match
The biggest game in domestic cricket returns to Old Trafford on July 17 as Lancashire Lightning go head-to-head with Yorkshire Vikings.
The two old rivals have enjoyed some epic battles in the past, and their latest meeting promises to be another action-packed affair.
Lightning have a decent track record in the competition, having reached three finals and recording a victory in 2015.
They progressed to the semi-finals last year but were defeated by Nottinghamshire Outlaws and will be eager to go one better this time around.
A Question of Sport Live
Join host Sue Barker and team captains Matt Dawson and Phil Tufnell as A Question of Sport celebrates its 50th anniversary with a live tour.
The world’s longest-running television sports quiz will be staged at the Bridgewater Hall on September 8, and some big-name guests will be in attendance.
Featuring many of the rounds and challenges you have become familiar with over the past five decades, A Question of Sport Live is excellent entertainment for all the family.
The show is truly interactive, with audience members participating directly by posing questions to the teams and getting involved in some rounds before the traditional ‘Sprint Finish’ ending.
Greater Manchester Marathon
The second biggest marathon in the United Kingdom returns on October 10 and is sure to attract a massive line-up of elite and amateur runners.
The Greater Manchester Marathon is staged on the flattest course in the UK, making it ideal for anyone who wants to smash their personal best time.
The route is yet to be confirmed, although it is likely to start under the White City Arch and continue to offer its popular finish running past Trafford Town Hall and Lancashire Cricket Club.
With Mancunians coming out in their thousands to cheer the competitors along, this is an event that is not to be missed.
