The History of Cricket and Its Players

HISTORY OF CRICKET AND PLAYERS

by Anne Osterlund

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The history of cricket is a long and storied one, dating back to the 16th century. The game has evolved over the years, from its humble beginnings as a children's game played in the streets of England, to the global sport it is today.

The earliest known reference to cricket is in a court document from 1598, which mentions a game called "creckett" being played in Guildford, Surrey. The game was likely played with a curved stick and a ball, and the objective was to hit the ball as far as possible.

Over the next century, cricket gradually became more popular, and by the early 18th century it was being played by all levels of society. In 1744, the first recorded cricket match was played between two teams of eleven players each. The match was played at Hambledon Cricket Ground, which is considered the birthplace of modern cricket.

The 18th century also saw the development of the modern cricket bat and ball. The bat was originally made of a single piece of wood, but in the 1760s it was redesigned with a separate handle and blade. The ball was originally made of leather filled with feathers, but in the 1790s it was replaced with a cork ball covered in leather.

The 19th century saw the rise of professional cricket. The first professional cricket club was founded in 1846, and by the end of the century there were professional cricket teams in all major cities in England.

The 20th century saw the globalization of cricket. The game was introduced to Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and the West Indies in the 19th century, and in the 20th century it spread to India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan.

Today, cricket is played by over 100 countries around the world. The game is governed by the International Cricket Council (ICC),which was founded in 1909. The ICC organizes the Cricket World Cup, which is held every four years.

Some of the greatest cricket players of all time include:

• Sir Donald Bradman (Australia)
• Sachin Tendulkar (India)
• Brian Lara (West Indies)
• Jacques Kallis (South Africa)
• Vivian Richards (West Indies)
• Imran Khan (Pakistan)
• Shane Warne (Australia)
• Muttiah Muralitharan (Sri Lanka)
• Wasim Akram (Pakistan)
• Courtney Walsh (West Indies)

These players have all made significant contributions to the game of cricket. They have inspired generations of cricketers and fans around the world.

If you are interested in learning more about the history of cricket and its players, I recommend reading the following books:

• The History of Cricket by H.S. Altham
• The Cricketers: A History of Cricket in England by Gerald Brodribb
• The Great Cricketers of the World by John Arlott
• The Wisden Book of Cricket

These books provide a comprehensive overview of the history of cricket and its greatest players. They are essential reading for any cricket fan.

HISTORY OF CRICKET AND PLAYERS

by Anne Osterlund

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2224 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	30 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Item Weight	:	12.6 ounces
Dimensions	:	5.51 x 0.31 x 7.87 inches

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