Ranji Collection

Ks Ranjitsinhji and C B Fry, cricketers
The leading batsmen of the year in 1901, cricketers K.S. Ranjitsinhji (1872-1933) and C.B. Fry (Charles Burgess Fry 1872-1956)

Ranjitsinhji / Spy / V. Fair
Ranjitsinhji Vibhaji Rajput nobleman and English cricketer who played for Sussex

The Jam Sahib of Nawanagar (Prince Rantjitsinhji)... First World War, January 1915, (c1920)
The Jam Sahib of Nawanagar (Prince Rantjitsinhji) in his Uniform on Active Service, First World War, January 1915, (c1920)

Ranjitsinhji at the Oval
Sir Ranjitsinhji Vibhaji Jadeja (1872-1933), also known as Ranji, was ruler of the Indian princely state of Nawanagar, and had been a Test cricketer who played for the English cricket team

Kumar Shri Ranjitsinhji (colour litho)
612338 Kumar Shri Ranjitsinhji (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kumar Shri Ranjitsinhji, Ranji, 26 August 1897)

Ranji a male Tigon, London Zoo, July 1924 (b / w photo)
2909017 Ranji a male Tigon, London Zoo, July 1924 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info)

Kumar Shri Ranjitsinhji (b / w photo)
PNP314576 Kumar Shri Ranjitsinhji (b/w photo) by English Photographer; Private Collection; (add.info.: Kumar Shri Ranjitsinhji (1872-1933)

Kumar Shri Ranjitsinhji, often known as Ranji, ruler of the Indian princely state of Nawanagar from 1907 to 1933 and cricketer who played for the England national team. Circa 1930

Ranji, 1897. Creator: Sir Leslie Matthew Ward
Ranji, 1897. Sir Ranjitsinhji Vibhaji Jadeja (1872-1933), also known as Ranji, was ruler of the Indian princely state of Nawanagar as Maharaja Jam Saheb

The England Test cricket XI at Lords, London, 1899. Artist: Hawkins & Co
The England Test cricket XI at Lord s, London, 1899. The England team for the second Test of the 1899 Ashes series against Australia. The Australians won the match by 10 wickets

The Australian XI for the Fourth Test vs England at Melbourne, 1911 (1912). Artist: Sears
The Australian XI for the Fourth Test vs England at Melbourne, 1911 (1912). From Imperial Cricket, edited by P F Warner and published by The London and Counties Press Association Ltd (London, 1912)

Major Ranjisinghi Jamsaheb of Nawanagar, WW1
Ranjitsinhji Vibhaji (1872 1933), popularly known as Ranji, Indian prince and Test cricketer who played for the Sussex English cricket team

Ranjis nephews playing war-time cricket at Lord s
Five nephews of the famous Indian cricketer, Ranjitsinhji Jamsaheb of Nawanager (" Ranji" ), who part of a team of Indian students who played against Lt-Col. Baileys XI at Lords in 1916

Major H. H. Ranjitsinhji Jamsaheb of Nawanagar, WW1
Ranjitsinhji Vibhaji (1872 1933) Indian prince and Test cricketer who played for the Sussex English cricket team. Pictured on the front cover of the Illustrated Sporting & Dramatic News in

H. H. Ranjitsinhji, Jamsaheb of Nawanagar in India, WW1
Ranjitsinhji Vibhaji (1872 1933) Indian prince and Test cricketer who played for the Sussex English cricket team known affectionately as Ranji in Britain

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"Ranji: The Enigmatic Spy and Victorious Fair Player" Ranjitsinhji, also known as Ranji, was more than just a cricketer. His life was filled with intriguing stories that captivated the world. From his partnership with C. B Fry to his legendary performances at the Oval, Ranji's impact on the sport cannot be overstated. But there was another side to Ranji - he served as a spy during World War I. Major Ranjisinghi Jamsaheb of Nawanagar risked his life for his country, showcasing bravery beyond the cricket field. In contrast to this heroic image, Kumar Shri Ranjitsinhji's vibrant litho portrait reveals an elegant and charismatic personality. His presence exudes confidence and charm. Even animals were named after him. Meet Ranji, a male Tigon residing in London Zoo in July 1924. A black-and-white photo captures this majestic creature who shares its name with our cricket legend. Speaking of photos, another monochrome image showcases Kumar Shri Ranjitsinhji himself. With an intense gaze and regal attire, he personifies grace and dignity. The Jam Sahib of Nawanagar (Prince Rantjitsinhji) is immortalized in a photograph from January 1915 during World War I. This snapshot transports us back to a time when war overshadowed even the most celebrated sportsmen. Sir Leslie Matthew Ward's caricature from 1897 adds a touch of humor amidst all these serious tales. It reminds us that behind every great athlete lies their unique personality quirks. Cricket history comes alive through Hawkins & Co's artwork depicting England Test cricket XI at Lords in 1899 or Sears' portrayal of the Australian XI for the Fourth Test against England at Melbourne in 1911 (1912). These illustrations remind us why these matches are etched in our memories. Even during wartime, Ranji's legacy lived on.