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Cricket at Tonbridge, Kent
A scene from the County Championship match between Kent and Sussex at the Angel Ground, Tonbridge, Kent. The famous Indian player, K.S.Ranjitsinhji is at the crease for Sussex, facing the bowling of A.Hearne, with C.B.Fry the batsman at the non-strikers end. Ranjitsinhji scored 192 not out in his innings and in doing so passed 1000 runs for the season. The match was drawn. The Tonbridge ground continued to be used by Kent until 1939 Date: June 1900
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Angel Batsman Batting Bowling Championship Cricket Hearne Match Player Ranjitsinhji Tonbridge Ranjit
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the County Championship match between Kent and Sussex, held at the picturesque Angel Ground in Tonbridge, Kent, in June 1900. At the crease for Sussex, the legendary Indian cricketer, K.S. Ranjitsinhji, is in focused concentration as he faces the bowling of A.Hearne. The intensity of the moment is palpable, with the sun casting long shadows over the lush outfield and the crowd looking on in anticipation. Ranjitsinhji, a prolific batsman, went on to score an unbeaten 192 runs in this innings, surpassing the 1000-run mark for the season. His partner at the non-strikers end, the esteemed C.B. Fry, watches attentively. The match ultimately ended in a draw, but this moment in time remains etched in the annals of cricket history. The Angel Ground in Tonbridge was a cherished venue for Kent cricket, hosting County Championship matches until 1939. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich heritage of cricket in England, showcasing the skill, determination, and grace of the game's greatest players.
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