THE first leg of Swindon Robins’ season opening double header against Poole Pirates has been called off due to the wet weather.

Alun Rossiter’s men were scheduled to kick off the new Elite League season against reigning champions Poole at Wimborne Road this morning.

However, both sides have been left frustrated by rain in Dorset, which has forced the meeting to be postponed.

The weather prospects are much brighter this evening in Swindon, with the two sides set to do battle at the Abbey Stadium from 7.30pm.

A statement on the Robins website said: “Light drizzle is expected to clear early afternoon and we are all set for what could be one of the meetings of the season.

“Come and join us for a great Friday night out - not just a Good Friday!”