Pembrokeshire cricket enthusiasts will be able to see top cricketing stars in action at Cresselly and Carew in the next five days.

On Sunday, the Glamorgan Dragons warm up before their Twenty20 match at Taunton on Monday with a Twenty20 match played over two innings' at Cresselly on Sunday when wickets will be pitched at 1 pm.

Three days later, on Wednesday the Warwickshire Bears will warm up for their Twenty20 match at Cardiff on Thursday against Glamorgan with a 40 overs per side match against a Pembrokeshire Select XI at Carew when wickets will be pitched at 2 pm.

Cresselly v Glamorgan Dragons

Glamorgan will bring a near full strength side to Cresselly, including test cricketers Robert Croft and Mathew Maynard.

Pen pictures of the Glamorgan squad are set out below:

Robert Croft: The 34-year-old all-rounder took over the Glamorgan captaincy from Steve James last season. He has represented England in 21 test matches and in 50 one-day internationals.

He has been in an excellent form this season with both bat and ball. On the one day scene he acts as a pinch-hitting opening batsman and Glamorgan currently lead Division One of the Tote sport national league.

Croft and opening partner Ian Thomas gave the Surrey Lions a mauling in last Sunday's emphatic win and his leadership has proved dynamic both in the County Championship and in one day matches.

In the County Championship, Croft acts as a lower order batsman and is at his best when the chips are down.

As well as putting the Cresselly bowlers to the sword, he will also have the batsmen in a spin when he bowls.

Daniel Cherry: Although born in Newport, Cresselly claims him as one of their own and he followed his father David by playing for Cresselly in Pembrokeshire League and Cup competitions before joining Glamorgan.

A solid left-handed opening batsman he made his debut for Glamorgan in 1998 and stood in for Mathew Elliott to open the batting for Glamorgan against Durham in the last championship match.

A prolific run scorer for Cardiff, Glamorgan Seconds and Wales, he has a bright future in the game and he started playing cricket for Cresselly at the age of seven for the Under 13 team.

Dean Cosker: The left armed spinner made his Glamorgan debut in 1996 and forms an effective twin-pronged spin attack with Robert Croft in both the one-day game and the four-day game.

Andrew Davies: The 27-year-old opening bowler made his Glamorgan debut in 1995 and has proved to be a particularly effective exponent of the one-day game.

Richard Grant: The 20-year-old all-rounder has yet to make his Glamorgan debut, but he is a prolific scorer for Neath in the South Wales League where his father Kevin is club chairman.

Richard and his brother Gareth, who spent two years on the MCC ground staff, have been regular visitors to Pembrokeshire over the years with their parents, staying in the Amroth area, where Richard enjoyed a game of pool with the locals in the Amroth Arms.

David Harrison: The young opening bowler has made great strides this season when he has had an extended run in the team in the absence of Michael Kasprowicz. He is also a more than useful lower order batsman and has made significant contributions to the Glamorgan success story in the championship this season. His father Stuart was also a Glamorgan player.

Adam Harrison: Younger brother of David, he is also tipped to have a bright future in the game and has already represented England at Under 19 level as well as being called up to play for the MCC.

David Hemp: Stylish left-handed batsman now in his second period with Glamorgan having spent a few seasons at Edgbaston playing for Warwickshire.

Jonathan Hughes: Middle order batsman who made his debut for Glamorgan in 2001 and who is attempting to claim a regular spot in the team.

Mathew Maynard: Worth the admission money alone to watch this 38-year-old bat. The former England batsman has been in terrific form again this season, during which he has broken the club record of 52 centuries previously jointly held by Huw Morris and Alan Jones. He is also an excellent fielder.

Michael Powell: In recent seasons he has become a regular member of the team and has been knocking on the door for international honours. Received an England call-up to provide cover for the injured Marcus Trescothick for the current one-day international series.

Adrian Shaw: Wicket-keeper batsman who is captain and coach of the Glamorgan Second team, having been a former first team regular. Currently plays club cricket for Briton Ferry Steel and is a former centre with Neath Rugby Club.

Darren Thomas: Lively right arm, medium fast bowler and hard-hitting left-handed batsman, who took five wickets against Derbyshire at Chesterfield in 1992 when making his first class debut aged 17.

Ian Thomas: Attacking left-handed opening batsman who is particularly effective in the one-day game.

Mark Wallace: Wicket-keeper batsman who made his Glamorgan debut in 1998. Still only 22, he was one of the names in the frame to succeed Alec Stewart as the England wicket-keeper.

Very capable left-handed batsman who sometimes opens the innings for Glamorgan.

Ryan Watkins: Like Richard Grant, still waiting to make his first class debut, although he played for Glamorgan in the Twenty20 competition last season. This 21-year-old all-rounder plays club cricket for Usk.

Cresselly Squad

Lyn Richards (captain): The former opening batsman now leads the side from the middle order and is one of the most respected all-rounders in Pembrokeshire cricket.

He has made himself into a very effective medium pace bowler and has also made important contributions with the bat this season.

Damian Arthur: Left-handed free-scoring batsman and younger brother of opening batsman Julian. The two brothers are following in the footsteps of their father John, who is another Cresselly regular.

Julian Arthur: One of the most lethal attacking opening batsman in the county, 'Psycho' will relish the challenge of batting against the Glamorgan bowlers.

Adam Chandler: Talented all-round cricketer who moved up the hill to Cresselly from Carew last season and who has become a key member of the side.

Neilson Cole: Another player to follow in the footsteps of his father Selwyn who turns out for the club Second XI. Neilson has taken over the gloves the last couple of seasons and looks a natural in the role.

Simon Cole (vice-captain): Accomplished left-handed batsman who is a prolific run-getter and who has become a more than useful off-spin bowler. His claim to fame is that he once opened the bowling for Dyfed Schools with Glamorgan and England fast bowler Simon Jones and at the time believed that he was quicker 'through the air' than his famous team-mate.

Another Cresselly cricketer who is following in his father's footsteps, as current club chairman, Glyn Cole, was also a high quality left-handed batsman.

Neil Gregory: Left arm medium pace bowler who is a genuine swinger of the ball and another like Adam Chandler who has made the trip up the hill from Carew.

Hugh Griffiths: Experienced batsman and under-used spin bowler who plays more for the club second team these days. Recently he kept wicket for the club in the Alec Colley match against Lamphey and has not stopped reminding people ever since that he did not concede a bye!

Richard Harris: The former club captain and Welsh international cricketer is still a class act as an opening batsman and is recognised as one of the leading coaches in Pembrokeshire as he holds an ECB Level Three coaching award. Also a sound line and length bowler.

Mark Harris: Son of Richard Harris, currently nursing his way back to full fitness following a serious road accident last year and who has the potential to become a very good all-round cricketer.

Steffan Jenkins: Currently studying at Cardiff University, he turns out for Cresselly each week and is the club's main strike bowler.

Ryan Lewis: All-rounder who has seized his chance when moved up the order at times this season, as well as picking up some important wickets with his off-spin bowling.

Mathew Lewis: Brother of Ryan, Mathew plays mostly for the second team and is a more than useful left arm bowler who can also bat a bit.

Rhydian Rees: Young opening batsman and handy right arm bowler, Rhydian Rees is trying to force his way into the first team and would be a regular in most other first teams in Pembrokeshire.

Steven Thomas: Left-handed opening batsman who plays mostly for the second team these days. Another Cresselly cricketer to follow in the footsteps of his father Phillip Thomas, who is now chairman of the Pembroke County Cricket Club.

Phillip Williams: Joined Cresselly from Hundleton three seasons ago and has made major progress this season in developing into an attacking right-handed batsman.

All of the players will have a special incentive to do well to be in contention for the man of the match award.

The player nominated as the man of the match will receive an exclusive two-day break cruising abroad a 36-foot Sports Cruiser on the island of Mallorca. The award has been sponsored by Charter Mallorca, who are motor cruising specialists in the Balearics.

Wickets are pitched at 2 pm. Admission is £3, including car parking, and children under 15 will be admitted free.

Pembrokeshire Select XI

v Warwickshire Bears

Carew Club chairman Gethin Evans has selected a strong Pembrokeshire squad to take on the first class players from Warwickshire. Details are set out below:

Darren Thomas (captain Carew): Has had a successful stint as captain of the Carew club. Right arm opening bowler who has returned to form with a vengeance in recent weeks, with two successive six-wicket hauls in the league. Also a quick run scorer.

Nick Scourfield (Carew): One of the most reliable opening batsman in the county who has been in terrific form this season.

Steven Cole (Carew): Attacking middle order batsman who on his day can take most bowling attacks apart.

Phil Jones (Carew): Another attacking middle order batsman who is enjoying his third successful season with Carew having joined the club from Kilgetty. Great competitor.

Robert Scourfield (Carew): Extremely accurate wicket-to-wicket bowler who always gives 100 per cent to the Carew cause. Can now be classed as a genuine all-rounder, having moved up to number three in the batting order after taking his chance in that position towards to end of last season.

John Canton (Carew): Off-spin bowler who gives little away and who provides balance to the Carew team. Capable of tying down one end or acting as a wicket-taker depending on the pitch conditions.

Huw Scriven (Haverfordwest): Recognised, as one of the top keepers in the county, 'Scrivs' has become a key member of Haverfordwest's successful teams in recent years. Also enjoys giving the ball a tap whenever he gets the chance to bat.

Steven Williams (St. Ishmaels): A key member of the Tish team, he is an early order batsman and one of the best spin bowlers in the county.

Ian Capon (Swansea): A former Pembrokeshire favourite in his Neyland days, he now opens the bowling for Swansea in the South Wales League and is a member of the Welsh squad. He is also a capable batsman.

Michael Hayden (Ynystawe): The former Carew and Lamphey player now plays for Ynystawe in the South Wales League. Accomplished all-rounder who had the privilege of captaining the Ynystawe team when they won the village cup some seasons ago at Lords.

Warwickshire

Squad

Nick Night (captain): Started his career with Essex before moving to Warwickshire from where he has won international recognition as an opening batsman in test and one-day cricket.

Currently in his benefit season, he will be unable to play at Carew as he broke his hand when batting against Nanti Hayward when scoring a triple century against Middlesex at Lord's this season. He hopes to be fit in two weeks time.

Ian Bell: Right-hand opening batsman who has been on the fringe of England honours for a number of seasons and who has been in excellent form this season.

Dougie Brown: One of a comparatively few Scottish cricketers to have made an impact on the England First Class scene.

Dougie Brown is a good enough all-rounder to have played for England in one-day internationals. He is making a special trip from Spain to Cardiff Airport in time to play in the match at Carew.

Neil Carter: Born in South Africa of English parentage, Neil Carter came to Edgbaston on the recommendation of former director of coaching Bob Woolmer. He is an all-rounder.

Ashley Giles: Left-hand spin bowler and right-handed batsman, who is a regular member of the England squad and unlikely to be available for the match at Carew.

Brad Hogg: Australian international cricketer who is a left-handed batsman and regular wicket-taker with his left arm wrist spinners.

Dominic Ostler: Product of the Warwickshire development of excellence system, he has been a key member of the Warwickshire batting line-up throughout the 90s.

Keith Piper: Extremely talented wicket keeper batsman.

Michael Powell: Not to be confused with the Glamorgan cricketer of the same name, he has been a consistent run getter since breaking into the Warwickshire team in 1996.

Alan Richardson: Often referred to as the 'Mr. Reliable' of the Warwickshire bowling attack.

Jonathan Trott: Another cricketer born in South Africa of English parentage who came to Edgbaston on the recommendation of Bob Woolmer.

Heath Streak: Former captain of Zimbabwe, effective world class strike bowler and capable run scorer.

Jim Troughton: Left-handed batsman who has represented England in one-day internationals. Rarely a day goes by without someone referring to the fact that his grandfather Patrick starred as Dr Who in the BBC television series during the 60s.

Graham Wagg: Promising young all-rounder who is a left arm medium pace bowler and right-hand batsman.

Mark Wagh: Former captain of Oxford University he has become a consistent early order batsman for Warwickshire.

Wickets are pitched at 2 pm, admission is £3, including car parking, and children under 15 will be admitted free.