PREVIEW: KING’S LYNN v IPSWICH (Prem)

KING’S Lynn clash with Ipswich in a big East Anglian derby as supporters return to the Adrian Flux Arena tonight (Monday).

The two clubs were able to renew their long-standing local rivalry in 2019, and both have been actively talking up their prospects in the media ahead of their latest encounter.

The Stars’ top five are all familiar faces with Lewis Bridger returning to the sport at reserve alongside Rising Star Ryan Kinsley – whilst the Witches have had to make late team changes.

Jordan Stewart is unavailable due to visa issues, with Ulrich Ostergaard guesting, whilst rider-replacement is also in operation as administration is not compete for Jake Allen to replace Nicolai Klindt.

King’s Lynn promoter Keith Chapman said: “I think we can win this one. It would be the perfect night for the fans to be back watching live speedway and for us to beat Ipswich, that’s the dream ticket.

“I think we have a good team, and it will be interesting to see how the riders perform.”

Ipswich manager Ritchie Hawkins said: “It’s an added extra that it’s such a big meeting to be racing against King’s Lynn on opening night.

“We need to make sure that we are firing on all cylinders straight away and start the season strongly.

“We couldn’t ask for a bigger meeting, it’s a tough one but it’s very important we keep on top of King’s Lynn over the season. Opening night anything can happen, but the boys will be focused on getting one over the Lynn.”

KING’S LYNN: Craig Cook, Ty Proctor, Thomas Jorgensen, Lewis Kerr, Erik Riss, Lewis Bridger, Ryan Kinsley.
IPSWICH: Jason Crump, Nicolai Klindt R/R, Cameron Heeps, Ulrich Ostergaard, Anders Rowe, Drew Kemp.