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Ray Illingworth
Wed, August 23 2017
Ray Illingworth: 10 interesting facts about one of the shrewdest-ever Test captains
Ray Illingworth, born June 8, 1932, was a handy all-rounder, administrator, and commentator who led England to a stable and successful period, often being complimented for his man-management.
Fri, December 25 2015
The 1975 triumph of Leicestershire without home-grown players and the hilarious fruition of a 69-year-old prophecy
In 1975, Ray Illingworth led Leicestershire to a win without a Test player nor a home-grown player.
Sun, July 13 2014
Hampshire legend Peter Sainsbury passes away aged 80
Sainsbury was a part of Hampshire's two title wins in 1961 and 1973.
Tue, May 27 2014
Ex-England, Gloucestershire off-spinner David Allen dies aged 78
David Allen took 122 wickets and scored 918 runs for England in Tests.
Tue, August 19 2014
IPL: What value does a franchise owner bring to the side by sitting in the dugout?
For all practical purposes, the dugout is an enclosure for the men involved in the heat and intensity.
Wed, June 07 2017
Ray Illingworth: One of England’s finest captains
Ray Illingworth of Yorkshire (and later Leicestershire) was one of England’s finest Test captains.
Wed, March 21 2012
Covering pitches has helped protect players and the game itself!
The nature of the 22-yard pitch has a great bearing on any cricket match. In the good old days, pitches were left uncovered which meant the track was exposed to nature.
Tue, September 13 2011
Yorkshire County relegated from top division
English county cricket giants Yorkshire suffered the humiliation of relegation from the top division of the county championship on Monday.