Cricket Pitch Collection

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

Cricket at Chislehurst. 1935

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ICC World Twenty20 Super Eights match between England and India at Lords on June 14, 2009 in London, England. (England are in the field, India batting) Little London

St. Andrew's Church and College, Bradfield, Berkshire, 1865. Creator: Unknown
St. Andrew's Church and College, Bradfield, Berkshire, 1865. '...there were no traces of any very ancient buildings remaining in 1850, except in the Church of St

Cricket-match at Melbourne between the All-England Eleven and Twenty-Two of Victoria, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Cricket-match at Melbourne [in Australia,] between the All-England Eleven and Twenty-Two of Victoria, 1864. Engraving from a photograph by Messrs

The Great Schools of England, Rugby School, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Great Schools of England, Rugby School, 1862. Private school in Rugby, Warwickshire....the trustees, adopting the plan of their architect, Mr

Well Played"; A Sketch at a Ladies Cricket Match, 1890. Creator: Edward Frederick Brewtnall
Well Played"; A Sketch at a Ladies Cricket Match, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42. July to December, 1890

Visit of the Royal Party to the Cricket-Ground, at Castle Howard, 1850. Creator: Ebenezer Landells
Visit of the Royal Party to the Cricket-Ground, at Castle Howard, 1850. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert watch a game of cricket as guests at Castle Howard in north Yorkshire

Cricket - drawn by Duncan, 1850. Creator: Duncan
Cricket - drawn by Duncan, 1850. The Cricket season commences late in May, and is, therefore, now in full force. Cricket has its changes as well as all other things mundane

A game in action at Newlands Cricket Stadium, Cape Town, c. 1994
A game in action at Newlands Cricket Stadium, Cape Town, c.1994

England wins The Ashes against Australia, Oval Cricket Ground, London, 1926, (1935). The enthusiastic crowd swarming across the ground to congratulate the English team

Watching the cricket PLA01_03_0477
Stanmore Cricket Club, Stanmore Hill, Stanmore Common, Harrow, Greater London. Spectators watching a game of cricket at Stanmore Cricket Club, Harrow

Cricket Green PLA01_03_0463
Cricket Green, Mitcham, Merton, Greater London. A cricket match in play on the pitch on Cricket Green, Mitcham, with The White House in the centre beyond the pitch

Spectators watching the action at Headingley, the ground of Yorkshire Cricket Club in Leeds.. c.1935

Spectators watching the action at Bramall Lane, the ground of Yorkshire Cricket Club in Sheffield. 28th May 1949

Tour Match, England (Marylebone Cricket Club) tour of Australia at Melbourne, 18th - 22nd November 1932. Second Day of the MCC v Australia XI match at Melbourne

Worcester Cathedral Central Tower stands tall in the background, during cricket match against English County team Worcestershire and Australia at New Road, Worcester, England

Hampton Court Green, 1891. Creator: Camille Pissarro
Hampton Court Green, 1891

W. W. Whysall (Notts), 1928. Creator: Unknown
W. W. Whysall (Notts), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

Mr. J. C. White (Somerset), 1928. Creator: Unknown
Mr. J. C. White (Somerset), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

H. Sutcliffe (Yorkshire), 1928. Creator: Unknown
H. Sutcliffe (Yorkshire), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

E. J. Smith (Warwickshire), 1928. Creator: Unknown
E. J. Smith (Warwickshire), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

W. Rhodes (Yorkshire), 1928. Creator: Unknown
W. Rhodes (Yorkshire), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

E. A. MacDonald (Lancashire), 1928. Creator: Unknown
E. A. MacDonald (Lancashire), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

J. W. Hearne (Middlesex), 1928. Creator: Unknown
J. W. Hearne (Middlesex), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

H. W. T. Hardinge (Kent), 1928. Creator: Unknown
H. W. T. Hardinge (Kent), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

A. P. Freeman (Kent), 1928. Creator: Unknown
A. P. Freeman (Kent), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

W. E. Bates (Glamorgan), 1928. Creator: Unknown
W. E. Bates (Glamorgan), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

F. E. Woolley (Kent), 1928. Creator: Unknown
F. E. Woolley (Kent), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

E. Tyldesley (Lancashire), 1928. Creator: Unknown
E. Tyldesley (Lancashire), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

M. W. Tate (Sussex), 1928. Creator: Unknown
M. W. Tate (Sussex), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

Mr G. T. S. Stevens (Middlesex), 1928. Creator: Unknown
Mr G. T. S. Stevens (Middlesex), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

A. Sandham (Surrey), 1928. Creator: Unknown
A. Sandham (Surrey), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

A. C. Russell (Essex), 1928. Creator: Unknown
A. C. Russell (Essex), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

Mr. F. T. Mann (Middlesex), 1928. Creator: Unknown
Mr. F. T. Mann (Middlesex), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

The Late Roy Kilner (Yorkshire), 1928. Creator: Unknown
The Late Roy Kilner (Yorkshire), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

Mr. V. W. C. Jupp (Northamptonshire), 1928. Creator: Unknown
Mr. V. W. C. Jupp (Northamptonshire), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

J. B. Hobbs (Surrey), 1928. Creator: Unknown
J. B. Hobbs (Surrey), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

E. Hendren (Middlesex), 1928. Creator: Unknown
E. Hendren (Middlesex), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

W. R. Hammond (Gloucestershire), 1928. Creator: Unknown
W. R. Hammond (Gloucestershire), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

Mr. G. H. Fender (Surrey), 1928. Creator: Unknown
Mr. G. H. Fender (Surrey), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

G. Geary (Leicestershire), 1928. Creator: Unknown
G. Geary (Leicestershire), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

Mr. J. W. H. T. Douglas (Essex), 1928. Creator: Unknown
Mr. J. W. H. T. Douglas (Essex), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

Mr. A. P. F. Chapman (Kent), 1928. Creator: Unknown
Mr. A. P. F. Chapman (Kent), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

Hon F. S. G. Calthorpe (Warwickshire), 1928. Creator: Unknown
Hon F. S. G. Calthorpe (Warwickshire), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

A. E. Dipper (Gloucestershire), 1928. Creator: Unknown
A. E. Dipper (Gloucestershire), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

Mr. D. R. Jardine (Surrey), 1928. Creator: Unknown
Mr. D. R. Jardine (Surrey), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

P. Holmes (Yorkshire), 1928. Creator: Unknown
P. Holmes (Yorkshire), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the world of cricket with these captivating images. From a Victorian cricket match in the 19th century to England's triumphant win against Australia at the Oval Cricket Ground in London, these snapshots capture the essence of this beloved sport. Transporting us to Chislehurst in 1935, we witness a thrilling game unfold on a picturesque cricket pitch. The players' determination is palpable as they battle it out for victory, their skills honed through years of practice and dedication. In another image titled "Watching the cricket, " we see spectators eagerly observing every move on the field. Their faces filled with anticipation and excitement they can captivated by each swing of the bat and every delivery from the bowler. Cricket Green PLA01_03_0463 takes us further into history, showcasing Hampton Court Green in 1891. This idyllic setting serves as a reminder that cricket has long been cherished as an integral part of English culture. The portraits from 1928 introduce us to some legendary cricketers who have left an indelible mark on this sport. W. W. Whysall (Notts), Mr. J. C White (Somerset), H. Sutcliffe (Yorkshire), E. J Smith (Warwickshire), and W. Rhodes (Yorkshire) stand proudly, representing their respective teams with unwavering pride and skill. These images not only depict moments frozen in time but also serve as testament to how deeply ingrained cricket is within British society, and is more than just a game; it embodies tradition, camaraderie, and sportsmanship that transcend generations. So whether you find yourself transported to a Victorian era match or witnessing England's triumph over Australia at The Ashes, let these captivating glimpses into cricket's rich history ignite your passion for this timeless sport.