Cricket's ruling body. Founded when the first match was played at Lord's cricket ground at Dorset Fields on 1st June 1787. Most county clubs at this time were exclusive clubs for titled men, 'amateurs', which employed 'professionals' - men of lower classes who were skilled players.
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Marylebone Cricket Club
Marylebone Cricket Club This plaque was unveiled by Colin Cowdrey, President...
MCC The second Lord's Cricket Ground, 1811 - 1813, home of MCC, was located o...
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Marylebone Cricket Club
MCC The second Lord's Cricket Ground, 1811 - 1813, home of MCC, was located o...
MCC The second Lord's Cricket Ground, 1811 - 1813, home of MCC, was located c...
{On the plaque on the gate pier:} To the memory of William Gilbert Grace, the...
Often referred to as 'Gooners', being a play on the team's nickname of the 'G...
Politician and Keen sportsman. 16th Earl of Derby. Born London, second son of...
