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Night cricket is a terrific hit. A whirlwind century by Graham Gooch
Night cricket is a terrific hit. A whirlwind century by Graham Gooch, Essexs England opening batsman, really set night cricket alight, on Thursday (14.8.80). It was sixes all the way for an 11, 000 crowd at Stamford Bridge, home of the Chelsea football club, where Essex took on the West Indies in the Daily Mirror International Floodlit Challenge Match.
August 1980 P017257
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Media ID 21938699
© Mirrorpix
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Relive the thrill of night cricket with this stunning photograph from the Media Storehouse range of Memory Lane Prints. Witness the moment as Graham Gooch (Essex, England opening batsman) scores a whirlwind century under the lights, setting the night on fire with his electrifying performance on August 14, 1980. This captivating image from Mirrorpix is a must-have for cricket enthusiasts and memorabilia collectors, bringing the excitement of the game right into your home.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.6cm x 25.4cm (7.3" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Night cricket ignites the crowd as Graham Gooch smashes a whirlwind century. In this print from August 1980, Essex's England opening batsman, Graham Gooch, sets the stage ablaze with his explosive performance at Stamford Bridge. The home of Chelsea football club transforms into a cricketing haven as an impressive 11,000 spectators gather to witness the Daily Mirror International Floodlit Challenge Match between Essex and West Indies. Graham Gooch's remarkable display leaves the audience in awe as he relentlessly sends sixes soaring through the night sky. His powerful hits electrify the atmosphere and showcase his exceptional batting skills. The image captures a moment frozen in time when passion and skill collide on the cricket pitch. This photograph not only encapsulates an era of thrilling sportsmanship but also serves as a reminder of how night cricket became an instant sensation during that period. As floodlights illuminate every corner of Stamford Bridge, it symbolizes the dawn of a new era for this beloved sport. The memory evoked by this picture is one filled with excitement and admiration for both Graham Gooch's incredible achievement and the exhilarating experience shared by all those present that evening. It stands as a testament to the enduring legacy left behind by these sporting heroes who continue to inspire generations.
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