The upcoming Bout Race will see the Oxford Blackbirds face off against the Cambridge Rollerbillies and the Screaming Spires compete against the Punt Rockers on Sunday, December 6, at the White Horse Leisure Centre in Abingdon.

Rachel Kaye, who is involved in the match, said: "On Sunday 6th December, an unexpected format will be presented for the historic Oxford Cambridge rivalry - the fast-paced full-contact sport of roller derby."

The poster advertising the roller derby match between Oxford and Cambridge (Image: Li Caswell-Sou)

The sport of 'roller derby' involves two teams, each fielding four blockers and one jammer.

The jammer is the designated points-scorer, who scores points for getting past each of the opposing teams blockers, who will aim to stop the progress of the jammer.

Ms Kaye added: "Picture rugby, on skates, with no ball."

The sport has its origins in Chicago, USA and was recently considered as an event for the 2020 Olympic Games.

The Oxford Roller Derby team was founded in 2010, and has been growing in size and experience ever since.

Oxford Roller Derby's recent game against North Wales Roller Derby (Image: Paul Jones Photography)

A not-for-profit organisation run entirely by members it has two teams.

The event in Abingdon will also feature an opening rookie contest as well as a raffle, merch stalls and a cake sale.

Tickets are £8 or 2 for £12 online. Tickets will also be available on the door for £10. Kids under 12 go free.

Organisers are calling it "the biggest Oxford vs Cambridge sports event of the year".