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The Royals play ball in Christchurch

While visiting Christchurch, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge took some time out to once again show their competitive sides, taking to the cricket pitch for a quick game with a group of local cricketers.

While visiting Christchurch, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge took some time out to once again show their competitive sides, taking to the cricket pitch for a quick game with a group of local cricketers.

While touring Christchurch, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge took some time out to once again show their competitive sides, taking to the cricket pitch for a quick game with a group of local cricketers.

The fun-loving royals thrilled the crowd as they bowled to each other.

“Good ball,” the future-king was heard saying after missing the first bowl from his wife.

William later made up for his shameful performance with two high shots.

The last time Prince William visited Christchurch, it lay in ruins after a powerful earthquake toppled buildings and left streets covered with bricks, shattered concrete and debris.

Now, three years on, the Prince returns – this time with his lady in red by his side.

The couple have spent most of this morning touring the city, which was ravaged by a 6.3 magnitude earthquake in February 2011.

They also stopped into the Botanic Gardens for the official opening of a new, giant glasshouse-shaped $16.4 million visitor centre.

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The fun-loving royals thrilled the crowd as they bowled to each other.

Winning: A cheeky Catherine shows off her competitive side during a cricket match in Christchurch.

Batter up: William and Catherine go head to head in a friendly cricket match while touring Christchurch.

Lady in red: Duchess Catherine looks stunning in this recycled red outfit.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attend the official opening of a new visitor centre in Christchurch.

The Duchess of Cambridge has stepped out today wearing the exact same red outfit that she wore while visiting St Andrews University in Scotland in 2011.

William and Catherine share a laugh with representatives of the Cricket World Cup at Hagley Oval, Christchurch.

Catherine greets young cricketers while visitng Christchurch.

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