Batsman Collection (page 3)

C. B. Fry, from Famous Cricketers and Cricket Grounds
HJA331553 C.B. Fry, from Famous Cricketers and Cricket Grounds, published by Hudsonby and Kearns, 1895 (b/w photo) photo) by English Photographer

George Ulyett, from Famous Cricketers and Cricket Grounds
HJA328345 George Ulyett, from Famous Cricketers and Cricket Grounds, published by Hudson and Kearns, 1895 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Cricket match, Centre Vale (oil on canvas)
3822236 Cricket match, Centre Vale (oil on canvas) by Bayes, Alfred Walter (1858-1903); 59x104.5 cm; Calderdale Museums Service, West Yorkshire, UK; eCalderdale Borough Council; English

Cricket in India, some Embryo Graces (engraving)
1062517 Cricket in India, some Embryo Graces (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cricket in India, some Embryo Graces)

Oh! They will never do for cricket (colour litho)
956081 Oh! They will never do for cricket (colour litho) by Brock, Charles Edmund (1870-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Village published by J M Dent and Son Limited circa 1940); English

Cricket (chromolitho)
1094498 Cricket (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cricket. Educational card, late 19th or early 20th century.); © Look and Learn; English

W G Grace (left) with his younger brother, G F Grace (centre), and J Southerton (b / w photo)
3099667 W G Grace (left) with his younger brother, G F Grace (centre), and J Southerton (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Boundary, illustration from Laws of Cricket, published 1910
STC169263 The Boundary, illustration from Laws of Cricket, published 1910 by Crombie, Charles (fl.1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: When the ball touches a boundary it becomes Dead)

Drawbacks of celebrity: a cricketer pestered by autograph hunters (chromolitho)
5217375 Drawbacks of celebrity: a cricketer pestered by autograph hunters (chromolitho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Drawbacks of celebrity)

Punch cartoon: New Cricketing Dresses, to Protect All England against the Present Swift Bowling (engraving)
6034689 Punch cartoon: New Cricketing Dresses, to Protect All England against the Present Swift Bowling (engraving) by English School

Plate 277. Base-ball; Batting, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950032 Plate 277. Base-ball; Batting, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 20x35.6 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Dumkins, from The Pickwick Papers, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho)
KDC465734 Dumkins, from The Pickwick Papers, by Charles Dickens, 1923 (colour litho) by Clarke, Joseph Clayton (Kyd) (1856-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

How to Place Men in the Field (V), from Laws of Cricket, published 1910
STC169264 How to Place Men in the Field (V), from Laws of Cricket, published 1910 by Crombie, Charles (fl.1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: To a fast left-handed bowler)

Plate 293. Cricket; Batting; Back Cut, 1885 (collotype on paper)
3950048 Plate 293. Cricket; Batting; Back Cut, 1885 (collotype on paper) by Muybridge, Eadweard (1830-1904); 16.4x46 cm; Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA

Down But Not Out
Sarah Middleton

Tom Cartwright, cricketer, born in Aldermans Green Coventry. Thomas William Cartwright MBE (22 July 1935 30 April 2007) was an English cricketer

Raymond Edward Hitchcock, born 28 November 1929 in Christchurch is a former New Zealand first-class cricketer who played in England for Warwickshire

England v West Indies 26th July 1973 Clive Lloyd towers over a crowd of young fans who invaded the pitch at the Oval, after Lloyd scored a century

Lancashire players recording a song at the Stockport, Cheshire, studio. Right at the very top of the picture is David Lloyd. 20th June 1972

Lancashire player David Lloyd. 21st June 1969

David Lloyd at Old Trafford Manchester, wearing new head guard. 29th June 1971

England v India 3rd Test 1st innings at Edgbaston. (Picture) David Lloyd batting on his way to making 214 not out, England won by an innings and 78 runs. 6th July 1974

England v India 2nd Test 1st innings at Lords. (Picture) David Lloyd batting on his way to making 46, England won by an innings and 285 runs. 20th June 1974

Lancashires new captain, David Lloyd leaps pace bowlers Peter Lever and Ken Shuttleworth at Leap-frogging during a pre season training stint at Old Trafford. 9th April 1973

Khwaja Akhtar Hussain, batsman for Boro Electronics. 18th July 1987

A year after the last county championship match was played at Acklam Park Yorkshire Seconds face Worcestershire Seconds. Our Picture Shows: Yorkshires Ryan Robinson playing with a straight bat

Gotcha! Jimmy Love, left, grasps his safe pair of hands together to catch Somerset batsman Julian Wyatt for 17 in the match against Yorkshire at Acklam Park 4th June 1984

Howzat! Wayne Larkins, the Northants opener is unmoved by an unsuccessful appeal foe a catch by Yorkshire wicketkeeper David Bairstow and Bill Athey at Acklam Park. 19th June 1982

Hamshires Gordon Greenidge excutes a perfect reverse sweep that delighted the fans at Acklam Park during Yorkshires County Championship match against Hampshire 2nd June 1985

Essex v Lancashire County Cricket Championship match at Valentines Park, Ilford. Essex batsman plays and misses during his sides innings. 13th June 1970

William Eric Houghton (29 June 1910 - 1 May 1996), was an English footballer and manager. Eric Houghton was born in Billingborough, Lincolnshire and educated at Donington Grammar School

England v Australia First Test match at Trent Bridge for the Ashes. Jack Hobbs (left) and Herbert Sutcliffe going out to bat for England. 12th June 1926

Australian cricket team tour of Great Britain for the Ashes. Australian bowlers Alec Hurwood, Clarrie Grimmett and Stan McCabe during the match against Leicestershire. May 1930

Australian cricket tour of England for the Ashes. England v Australia 3rd Test at Edgbaston. Chappell sweeps past Illingworth just past Knotts gloves for two runs. 15th July 1968

England v Australia First Test match at Trent Bridge for the Ashes. England batsman Jack Hobbs plays a ball from Australian bowler Jack Gregory. 12th June 1926

Batsman Brian Close practicing in the nets before Yorkshires match against the touring Australian cricket team at Sheffield. 2nd July 1968

Geoffrey Williams, captain and opening batsman of Ynysgerwn Cricket club, keeps his eye in during break-time at work, in a bottle-gas depot at Aberdulais, Neath

The Ashes. England v Australia 2nd Test match at Lords, North London. England batsman Ian Botham trudges dejectedly off the field after being given LBW for no runs. 2nd July 1981

Batsman of the local cricket team at Meopham one of the oldest teams in Kent seen here in action Circa June 1950

The wicket keeper of the local cricket team at Meopham one of the oldest teams in Kent seen here in action Circa June 1950

The Ashes. England v Australia 2nd Test match, Day 1 at Lords, North London. An Australian fielder takes cover as Englands David Gower bats on his way two 27 runs. 2nd July 1981

Cricket The Ashes England v Australia 3rd Test at Trent Bridge July 1985 England batting

Cricket The Ashes England v Australia 5th Test at Edgbaston August 1985 England bowling

Cricket The Ashes England v Australia 1st Test at Lords July 1985 Australia batting

Cricket The Ashes England v Australia 2nd Test at lords July 1981 Australian batsman Rodney Marsh hits a four

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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.