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Mike Watkinson

Valuable all-rounder and a key member of the Lancashire side which enjoyed success in the 90s.

Mike played more than 400 first-class matches, amassing over 6,000 runs and taking more than 500 wickets.  
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Phil Tufnell

Played in over 300 first class games and took over 1000 wickets.

Phil enjoyed a successful career with Middlesex from 1986 to 2002 and represented England in 42 Test matches, taking 121 wickets...
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Jeff Thompson

One of the fastest bowlers to have played Test cricket.

With his distinctive slinging action and aggressive approach, Jeff Thomson was a fearsome sight to opposing batsmen. He made his...
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Alec Stewart

England's most capped Test Cricketer.

When Alec Stewart was in full flow, few could match his brilliance. Known for his delicate touch, he excelled against fast bowle...
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Paul Smith

Played for Warwickshire from 1982 to 1996 and was a big-hitting right-handed batsman and genuinely fast right arm bowler.

Paul made a notable contribution to first-class cricket, scoring four centuries in his 221-match career, with his first coming a...
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Gladstone Small

Fast bowler who played for Warwickshire and was a key figure in their all-conquering year in 1994.

Gladstone Small represented England in 17 Test matches and 53 One Day Internationals, with his standout moment coming in the 198...
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Derek Randall

Had a career with Nottinghamshire that lasted from 1972 to 1983.

Derek Randall was a prolific batsman, hitting 1,000 runs in a season on eight occasions and scoring two double centuries. His hi...
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Mark Ramprakash MBE

The man of 35,000 runs and 12,000,000 Strictly votes

Mark Ramprakash’s life has been dedicated to cricket since the age of 17, when he signed as a professional. Over the years, he...
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Paul Nixon

One of the best players of the reverse sweep in the county game.

Paul Nixon was one of a talented generation of wicket-keeper batsmen whose path to an international career was blocked by the li...
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Geoff Miller

Spent 20 years on the professional cricket circuit representing Derbyshire, Essex, Natal and England.

Geoff Miller toured all the major Test-playing nations during his cricketing career, sharing the field with some of the greatest...
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Vic Marks

Made his first-class debut for Somerset in 1975 and went on to play for the county for 14 years.

Vic Marks enjoyed a distinguished cricketing career, playing in over 340 First-Class matches. He claimed more than 850 wickets a...
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Simon Mann

Regular member of the Test Match Special commentary team for the last decade.

He has had the privilege of working alongside renowned cricketing voices such as Jonathan Agnew, Henry Blofeld, and Christopher ...
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Dennis Lillee MBE

The outstanding fast bowler of his generation.

Dennis Lillee was Australia’s most consistent fast bowler during the 1970s and early 1980s, renowned for his fiery temperament...
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Allan Lamb

One of the top batsmen of his era.

Allan Lamb, born in Cape Province, South Africa, is regarded as one of the finest batsmen of his era. During his illustrious car...
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Ronnie Irani

Lancashire, Essex and England all-rounder.

Ronnie Irani enjoyed a remarkable cricketing career, amassing over 20,000 runs and taking more than 650 wickets in First-Class c...
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Mark Ilott

Left-arm seam bowler who had a 15-year career with Essex CCC.

With an impressive career spanning over 192 First-Class matches, he claimed more than 630 wickets and represented England in 5 T...
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Nasser Hussain

Played for Essex CCC and England and captained his country in 45 test matches.

In first-class cricket, Nasser Hussain amassed over 20,000 runs across 334 matches, boasting an impressive average of 42.06, inc...
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Simon Hughes

Played for over 13 years with Middlesex and Durham.

Simon Hughes, a distinguished cricketer, featured in over 200 first-class matches, claiming an impressive tally of more than 450...
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Mervyn Hughes

One of Australian cricket's great characters and a crowd favourite.

Merv Hughes, a right-arm fast bowler, represented Australia between 1985 and 1994, playing in 53 Test matches and taking 212 wic...
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Rodney Hogg

Played club cricket for South Australlia and Victoria, and test cricket for Australlia.

Rodney Hogg was a fiery bowler who made a sensational entry into Test cricket. Selected for the 1978/79 Ashes series, he used hi...
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Kim Hughes

Played for Western Australia, Natal and Australia.

Kim Hughes played in 70 Test matches for Australia and captained the team in 28 of those between 1979 and 1985, including leadin...
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Warren Hegg

Consistent performer behind the stumps in a 19-year career with Lancashire CCC.

Warren Hegg was known for his ability to score valuable lower-order runs and made several first-class centuries throughout his c...
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David Graveney

Had a successful 22-year career as a left arm spin bowler with Gloucestershire, Somerset and Durham.

David took an impressive 981 wickets in 457 matches, with a personal best of 8 wickets for 85 runs. He also served as captain fo...
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David Gower OBE

Had an 18 year playing career in professional county cricket with Leicestershire and Hampshire.

A left-handed batsman with a relaxed style, David was one of the top players of his generation. Over the course of his career, h...
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Graham Gooch OBE

Probably the greatest player in the history of Essex cricket.

Representing his county for an impressive 25 seasons, Graham amassed 128 first-class centuries and played a pivotal role in secu...
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Mike Gatting OBE

Scored over 36,000 first class runs and over 14,000 in limited over games.

He made his debut for Middlesex in 1975 and spent 23 illustrious years playing professional cricket at Lord’s, retiring in...
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David Fulton

Had a 15 year career with Kent as an opening batsman and occasional spin bowler.

David retired from professional cricket in 2006, having played in over 200 first-class matches.  
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Angus Fraser

Right arm fast-medium bowler whose career with Middlesex CCC spanned 18 years.

Angus played in 46 Test matches and 42 One-Day Internationals for England, earning a reputation as one of the team’s most ...
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Graeme Fowler

Played for Lancashire, Durham and England.

Graeme Fowler enjoyed a distinguished cricketing career, amassing over 26,000 runs across all competitions, including 36 centuri...
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John Emburey

Had a 24 year career in cricket as a right arm slow bowler with Middlesex and Northamptonshire.

John Emburey enjoyed a remarkable cricketing career, playing over 500 first-class matches and amassing more than 12,000 runs whi...
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Charlie Dagnall

Cricket World Cup commentator.

Charles Dagnall made a notable impact in first-class cricket during his time with Warwickshire. He is fondly remembered for a dr...
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Robert Croft

Played over 400 games for Glamorgan, taking more than 1100 wickets.

Robert Croft captained Glamorgan County Cricket Club from 2003 to 2006, leading the team to significant successes. Under his lea...
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Chris Cowdrey

Had a 16-year career as an all-rounder for Kent, Glamorgan and England.

Chris Cowdrey continued the illustrious cricketing legacy of his father, Colin Cowdrey, by captaining both Kent and the England ...
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Geoff Cook

Played for Northamptonshire from 1971 to 1990.

Geoff Cook transitioned to Durham in the latter part of his playing career, serving as both player and captain until 1995. After...
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Jeremy Coney

New Zealand cricketer, who played 52 Test matches and 88 ODIs. Represented By Our Agency.

Jeremy Coney captained New Zealand in 15 Test matches and 25 One-Day Internationals (ODIs), earning a reputation as one of the n...
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Geoffrey Boycott

Played for Yorkshire and England and became one of the finest ever opening batsmen.

Geoff Boycott launched his remarkable Test career in 1964, debuting in the first Test of the summer against Australia. Over 18 y...
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Pete Bowler

Spent twenty years on the professional cricket circuit representing Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Somerset and Tasmania.

Peter spent two decades as an opening batsman, often facing some of the world’s fastest bowlers—though not always successful...
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Henry Blofeld OBE

Cricket broadcasting legend

Henry Blofeld, affectionately known as “Blowers,” began his illustrious broadcasting career in the early 1970s. In 1...
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Ian Austin

Lancashire allrounder playing in 124 first class games for the county.

Ian also represented England in 9 One-Day International matches, including a memorable appearance in the 1999 Cricket World Cup....
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Dennis Amiss MBE

Played for Warwickshire County Cricket Club for 27 Years.

Renowned for his exceptional right-handed batting, he was celebrated for his elegant stroke play, particularly through extra cov...
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Johnathan Agnew

Jonathan Agnew was a fast bowler for Leicestershire and England, taking over 650 wickets during his 13 year career.

Jonathan Agnew, affectionately known as “Aggers,” retired from professional cricket in 1990 to embark on a successfu...
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