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Howzat! Viv Richards is clean bowled by Ian Botham
West Indies Tour of Great Britain 1980 - England v West Indies at Old Trafford - Viv Richards is clean bowled by Ian Botham
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In this print from The Northcliffe Collection, we are transported back to the thrilling West Indies Tour of Great Britain in 1980. The intensity of the moment is palpable as two cricket legends collide at Old Trafford - Viv Richards and Ian Botham. As the crowd holds its breath, their eyes fixed on the action unfolding before them, Viv Richards stands tall at the crease, his bat poised for a powerful stroke. But fate has other plans. With unwavering determination etched across his face, Ian Botham charges towards him like a force of nature. In an instant that will forever be etched in cricketing history, Botham releases a devastating delivery that leaves even the most seasoned spectators gasping in awe. The ball hurtles through space with incredible speed and precision, homing in on its target - Viv Richards' stumps. The sheer power behind Botham's clean bowl is evident as it crashes into those wooden sentinels with resounding impact. In this frozen frame captured by Kevin Holt's lens, time seems to stand still as chaos erupts around them. This vintage photograph not only immortalizes an iconic moment but also encapsulates the essence of cricket itself - a game where skill meets strategy and passion intertwines with glory. It serves as a reminder of both players' immense talent and their contribution to shaping cricket's rich tapestry during that era. For any fan or connoisseur of sports photography or cricket history alike, this remarkable
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