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South of England XI cricket team vs The Australians, c1899. Artist: Russell & Sons
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South of England XI cricket team vs The Australians, c1899. Artist: Russell & Sons
South of England XI cricket team vs The Australians, c1899. Back row: VA Titchmarsh (umpire), Bill Brockwell, Charlie Townsend, Gilbert Jessop, Jack Mason, Jack Board, Bobby Abel, WAJ West (umpire); front row, CB Fry, Bill Lockwood, WG Grace, KS Ranjitsinhji, Tom Hayward. The match, played at Crystal Palace Park on 8-10 May, was the opening fixture of Australias tour of England in 1899. It ended in a draw. A print from The Book of Cricket, a Gallery of Famous Players, edited by CB Fry, George Newnes Ltd, London, c1899
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This print captures a historic cricket match between the South of England XI team and The Australians in 1899. The image showcases the players standing proudly, with two umpires at the back row overseeing the game. Amongst them are legendary cricketers such as WG Grace, CB Fry, and KS Ranjitsinhji, who were known for their exceptional skills on the field. The match took place at Crystal Palace Park from 8th to 10th May and marked the opening fixture of Australia's tour of England that year. Despite their best efforts, both teams played exceptionally well resulting in a draw. This momentous occasion attracted a large crowd of enthusiastic spectators who witnessed this thrilling encounter. The photograph is part of "The Book of Cricket" edited by CB Fry and published by George Newnes Ltd in London around 1899. It offers us a glimpse into cricket history during the late Victorian era when this sport was gaining immense popularity in Britain. In this monochrome portrait, each player can be seen wearing traditional cricket whites adorned with striped caps or headdresses. Their serious expressions reflect their dedication to the game while showcasing their distinctive facial hair styles - from full beards to neatly trimmed ones. This group portrait not only immortalizes these sportsmen but also represents an important chapter in British sporting heritage. It serves as a reminder of how cricket has been cherished throughout centuries as an integral part of English culture and identity.
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