May 15, 2025

The Plymouth Gladiators return to Cab Direct Championship action at The Coliseum this Saturday (17th May) when they take on the Edinburgh Monarchs (gates 5pm, tapes up 7pm)

With two narrow home defeats already this season against the Oxford Cheetahs in the BSN Series and The Glasgow Tigers in the Cab Direct Championship, the pressure is on the home team to deliver and Plymouth Gladiators’ heat leader Nicolai Klindt knows it, issuing a rallying cry ahead of this weekend’s crucial home meeting.

“It’s frustrating, no doubt,” said the Danish star. “We’ve lost 2 out of 3 at home, but all by small margins. We’ve got to turn that around, and it has to start this Saturday!”

Reflecting on his recent performance, Klindt admitted: “My home form has been terrible. I tried a different bike setup against Glasgow, but I’m just not getting out of the starts. 

It’s beyond frustrating but we’ll keep pushing, keep trying. The whole team knows how important this one is.”

The Gladiators will need every bit of firepower and determination to bounce back in front of their home fans and Klindt is determined to lead that charge.

It’s shaping up to be a thrilling clash, be there, be loud, and back the boys in blue and gold as we go all out for three crucial points, and remember, Kids 16 years and under go free!

Teams:

Plymouth Gladiators:

Nicolai Klindt, Joe Thompson, Alfie Bowtell, Mitchell Cluff, Ben Barker, Lasse Fredriksen, Ben Trigger. Team Manager: Garry May

Edinburgh Monarchs:

Justin Sedgmen, Kye Thomson, Jonatan Grahn, Paco Castagna (Capt.), Oskar Polis, Victor Palovaara, (Guest – tbc). Team Manager: Alex Harkess

Meeting Info:

Gates open 5pm – with tapes up at 7pm.

Prices (Cash or card on the gate)

Adult Seated:  £23.00 (Area 1 NHS Stand)

Adult Standing: £20.00 (Area 2: All other areas)

16 years & under: Free of charge

Students (standing): £10

(Proof of ID may be required)

For those unable to attend track side, a live stream can be purchased here: https://www.gladiatorslive.com/