Hutt River Dedication has been hit with a shock just three days before Willowfest 2010 with the withdrawal of Adam Nicholson from the squad. With his withdrawal coming so close to the tournament, it is understood that a replacement will not be selected, and Hutt River will go into the tournament with a squad of 11 players. Speculation is rampant about who will open the batting in Nicholson's place, with new recruit Warren Sparkes throwing his hat into the ring today. Whilst Sparkes is very keen to open, selecters are understood to be less enthusiastic.