The new season kicks off with the Met traveling to Chipstead for the first weekend of Surrey 2 fixtures. The Met is now under the coaching of Sam Druce, who is also playing at No10. Druce missed last season’s run-in after suffering a nasty neck injury, so his appearance today is most welcome. The Met also boasts co-captains for the first time, with Joe Stirrup and Jack Doswell sharing the duties this season. Retired skipper Cormac Healy sheds all responsibility having been given the No15 shirt for the season’s opener.