Batsman Collection

Sir Donald Bradman Unquestionably the greatest batsman ever to play Test cricket. Averaged an amazing 99.94 runs for Australia

An Aerial Cricket Match of the Future, c1918 (1919). Artist: W Heath Robinson
An Aerial Cricket Match of the Future, c1918 (1919). From The Wonder Book of Aircraft for Boys and Girls, edited by Harry Golding. [Ward. Lock & Co. Limited, London, Melbourne and Toronto, 1919]

Victorian cricket match, 19th Century
Vintage woodcut illustration of a Victorian cricket match, 19th Century

Denis Compton at Hastings
Cricketer Denis Compton acknowledges the crowd at the Central Recreation Ground, Hastings. Playing for The South against Sir Pelham Warners Eleven

Compton and Edrich leave the Oval pitch, 1953
Photograph showing the two English batsman, Denis Compton and Bill Edrich, leaving the pitch at the Oval Cricket Ground, London, 19th August 1953

Ks Ranjitsinhji and C B Fry, cricketers
The leading batsmen of the year in 1901, cricketers K.S. Ranjitsinhji (1872-1933) and C.B. Fry (Charles Burgess Fry 1872-1956)

Victorian Cricket Match, 19th Century
Vintage engraving of a bowler bowling out a batsman during a cricket match, at Lords cricket ground between Oxford and Cambridge. c.1870

Cricket at Blackheath
Kent host Surrey at the Rectory Field ground, Blackheath. Famous Surrey batsman Jack Hobbs is at the crease, and has been permitted to have a runner (seen at square leg)

Denis Compton at Hastings
Denis Compton turns a ball from spinner Jim Laker (out of picture) off his legs to score another boundary past the despairing reach of the short leg fielder as wicketkeeper Stewart Billy Griffith

Denis Compton and Patsy Hendren at The Oval, London
Denis Compton (1918-1997) and Patsy Hendren (1889-1962) at The Oval, London, coming out to bat in a match between Surrey and Middlesex, 1st innings, Monday 10 August 1936. Date: 1936

Jack Hobbs by Smithson Broadhead
Jack Hobbs (Sir John Berry Hobbs), English cricketer (1882-1963), in a painting by W. Smithson Broadhead, specially done for The Illustrated Sporting & Dramatic News in 1925

London Mayor of London ( Sir Rowland Blades M. P ) Plays cricket at the new sports ground opened by him at Kingston Thames 25 May 1927

Cricket at Chislehurst. 1935

W G Grace, legendary cricketer, batting. late 19th century

William Gilbert Grace, 1888 (b / w photo)
696648 William Gilbert Grace, 1888 (b/w photo) by Barraud, Herbert Rose (1845-c.1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Gilbert " W.G." Grace (1848-1915)

W. G. Grace
Vintage engraving of W.G. Grace, 19th century. William Gilbert " W.G." Grace, 1848 to 1915 was an English amateur cricketer who was important in the development of the sport

County Cricket Match in 1939 - a wicket for Gover of Surrey
County Cricket Match at the Oval in 1939 - a wicket has just fallen, caught behind. The bowler appears to be the Surrey player Alf Gover. Date: 1939

Dr WG Grace, English cricketer, playing for London County Cricket Club, c1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Dr WG Grace, English cricketer, playing for London County Cricket Club, c1899. Regarded as possibly the greatest cricketer of all time

Cricket. Not Out. Batsman completes a quick single. Date: 1904

Cricket match at Winchester Eton v Winchester Colleges
A Cricket match is being held at Winchester between Eton and Winchester College, many spectators gather around to watch the match. Date: 1864

A Googlie by Lawson Wood
A bear batsman looks concerned as a determined monkey bowls a googlie at his batting partner. Date: 1930

Gilbert Jessop (1874-1955)
Photograph of Gilbert Jessop, the Gloucestershire and England batsman, who was famous for his feats of quick-scoring - he once scored a century in only 40 minutes

Umpire at a Cricket Match, c. 1905
Illustration of a rather elderly figure umpiring a cricket match, which came with the following caption: Batsman (taking guard): What guard is that, umpire? Rustic Umpire: Yer can t better it, sur

Neil Harvey batting in the Fourth Test Match, Headingley, 19
Photograph of (Robert) Neil Harvey, the Australian batsman, playing a shot in the Fourth Test Match between England and Australia, Headingley Cricket Ground, 1948

Old English Sports and Games: Cricket, 1901 (colour litho)
BSA408881 Old English Sports and Games: Cricket, 1901 (colour litho) by Aldin, Cecil Charles Windsor (1870-1935); 30.5x35.6 cm; Private Collection; eThe British Sporting Art Trust; English

Miss Muriel Malted, the girl cricketer of Ashford, Kent. 19 August 1922

A Young Batsman
A young batsman

V T Trumper - Cricketer
Victor T Trumper - Australian Test cricketer

Cricket as Played in the Artillery Ground, London, 1785, (1947). Creator: Unknown
Cricket as Played in the Artillery Ground, London, 1785, (1947). A game of cricket being played at Finsbury (now in north London)

Dr WG Grace, English cricketer, playing for London County Cricket Club, c1899. Artist: WA Rouch
Dr WG Grace, English cricketer, playing for London County Cricket Club, c1899. Regarded as possibly the greatest cricketer of all time

India, Maharashtra, Mumbai, cricket practice at the Azad Maidan park in Churchgate with the Brihan Mumbai Mahanagarpalika (Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) building behind

A G Pawson - Captain of Oxford University Cricket Team for the 1910 Varisty match against Cambridge. Date: 1910

Jack Hobbs and Herbert Sutcliffe, cricketers, coming out to bat. They formed an opening partnership for the England team between 1924 and 1930. circa 1920s

County Championship match at Sheffield. Yorkshire v Lancashire H Cooper of Yorkshire faces Peter Lee and the Carmody field of 3 stops and 3 gulleys. 4th August 1973

Cricket Match in Mary-Le-Bone Fields, 1748, (1947). Creator: Charles Grignion
Cricket Match in Mary-Le-Bone Fields, 1748, (1947). Men playing cricket at Marylebone Fields, (now part of the City of Westminster, London). This is the earliest known depiction of a cricket match

The Master Jack Hobbs - Surrey and England Cricketer
The Master Jack Hobbs (1882-1963) - Surrey and England Cricketer - advertising card for Force cricket bats. Universally regarded by experts as one of the greatest batsmen in the entire history of

Cricket
Illustration of a batsman running a quick single. Artist: George Derville Rowlandson. Date: circa 1905

Advert, Great Player's cigarettes, with cricketers
Advert, Great Player's Medium Navy Cut cigarettes, with caricatures of cricketers (cards to collect) Date: 1926

Music cover, The Cricketer's Polka, by W H Stephenson
Music cover, The Cricketer's Polka, for the pianoforte with vocal refrain, composed by W.H. Stephenson Date: circa 1883

Herbert Sutcliffe, English Cricketer - The Ashes, Sydney Date: 1925

Herbert Sutcliffe, Cricketer
Herbert Sutcliffe (1894-1978) was a professional cricketer who represented Yorkshire and England as an opening batsman. He was part of the M.C.C

Don Bradman batting at Perth, Hammond in slips
Australian cricketer Don Bradman batting at Perth, Hammond in the slips Date: circa 1930s

Jack Hobbs sweeps ball to long leg
English cricketer Jack Hobbs sweeping a ball to long leg Date: circa 1930s

Don Bradman
Charcoal sketch of Donald George Bradman, nicknamed The Don. The Australian cricketer was widely acknowledged to be the greatest batsman of all time with a test career batting average of 99.94

Cartoon, The Last Wicket - The Boer War is compared to cricket with a Boer batting and Kitchener as wicket keeper. Date: 1901

Cricket, a slam for the boundary (colour litho)
5998301 Cricket, a slam for the boundary (colour litho) by Prater, Ernest (1864-1950) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cricket, a slam for the boundary)

Batsman Go Out To Bat New Zealand 12 May 1999 Date: 12 May 1999

The Young Cricketer - Portrait of Lewis Cage, 1768 (oil on canvas)
CH402358 The Young Cricketer - Portrait of Lewis Cage, 1768 (oil on canvas) by Cotes, Francis (1726-70); 170.7x111.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

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"Batsman: The Masters of the Cricketing Art" From the iconic Sir Donald Bradman to the legendary W. G. Grace, batsmen have etched their names in cricketing history with their exceptional skills and unwavering determination. In 1953, as Compton and Edrich left the Oval pitch, they were hailed for their remarkable partnership that led England to victory against Australia. Their elegant strokes and strategic gameplay showcased why they were considered some of the finest batsmen of their time. But this artistry dates back even further, to a Victorian cricket match in the 19th century where players like Ks Ranjitsinhji and C. B. Fry mesmerized spectators with their impeccable technique and grace under pressure. Denis Compton's prowess was not limited to one occasion; he astounded crowds at Hastings with his ability to dominate any bowling attack that came his way. His fluid strokeplay made him an icon of English cricket. Cricket at Blackheath witnessed many battles between bat and ball, where skilled batsmen displayed both power and precision in equal measure. It was here that true masters emerged from obscurity, leaving a lasting impact on the game. W. G. Grace remains synonymous with greatness in cricketing circles. With his imposing figure at the crease, he revolutionized batting techniques while amassing records that still stand today. His dedication towards perfecting his craft set new standards for future generations. A black-and-white photograph captures William Gilbert Grace's intensity during a match in 1888 - a testament to how seriously these pioneers took their role as custodians of this noble sport. Even amidst uncertain times such as County Cricket Match in 1939, when Gover of Surrey claimed a wicket, it highlighted how crucial each run scored by these talented batsmen could be for their teams' success or failure. Batsmen are more than just players; they embody skillful artistry, mental fortitude, and the ability to adapt to any situation.