
20 Jul 2011

Botham: The Legend of '81
The story of cricketer Ian Botham's stunning comeback performance against Australia in the summer of 1981 during the Ashes Test Series.
Sir Donald Bradman gives an instruction on how to play the perfect Cricket shots.
Self - Presenter & Commentator
Self - Commentator
20 Jul 2011
The story of cricketer Ian Botham's stunning comeback performance against Australia in the summer of 1981 during the Ashes Test Series.
01 Jan 2012
ESPN’s LEGENDS OF CRICKET journeys through the ages to profile the greatest individuals to have ever taken up the bat and ball. Chosen by an expert panel of their peers, this fascinating and seminal series explores the remarkable abilities of the chosen few who have truly transcended the game. From Sir Donald Bradman’s unrivalled mastery of the willow and Share Warne’s wizardry with the ball, to the poise and balance of Sachin Tendulkar, the swagger of Sir Garfield Sobers and Viv Richards and the sheer grit and determination embodied by Allan Border and Steve Waugh, this series offers rare insight into the celebrated careers of cricket’s 25 greatest champions. Featuring wonderful archival footage and in-depth interviews with leading players and commentators, ESPN’S Legends of Cricket shines a light on the enduring legends of our summer game.
ESPN’s LEGENDS OF CRICKET journeys through the ages to profile the greatest individuals to have ever taken up the bat and ball. Chosen by an expert panel of their peers, this fascinating and seminal series explores the remarkable abilities of the chosen few who have truly transcended the game. From Sir Donald Bradman’s unrivalled mastery of the willow and Share Warne’s wizardry with the ball, to the poise and balance of Sachin Tendulkar, the swagger of Sir Garfield Sobers and Viv Richards and the sheer grit and determination embodied by Allan Border and Steve Waugh, this series offers rare insight into the celebrated careers of cricket’s 25 greatest champions. Featuring wonderful archival footage and in-depth interviews with leading players and commentators, ESPN’S Legends of Cricket shines a light on the enduring legends of our summer game
28 Jul 2008
ESPN’s LEGENDS OF CRICKET journeys through the ages to profile the greatest individuals to have ever taken up the bat and ball. Chosen by an expert panel of their peers, this fascinating and seminal series explores the remarkable abilities of the chosen few who have truly transcended the game. From Sir Donald Bradman’s unrivalled mastery of the willow and Share Warne’s wizardry with the ball, to the poise and balance of Sachin Tendulkar, the swagger of Sir Garfield Sobers and Viv Richards and the sheer grit and determination embodied by Allan Border and Steve Waugh, this series offers rare insight into the celebrated careers of cricket’s 25 greatest champions. Featuring wonderful archival footage and in-depth interviews with leading players and commentators, ESPN’S Legends of Cricket shines a light on the enduring legends of our summer game.
24 Aug 1938
England thrash Australia in the fifth Test at the Oval - but still lose the Ashes.
25 Apr 2025
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26 Aug 2022
From breathtaking highs — a World Cup win, an astonishing last stand in the Ashes, and an inspiring England captaincy — to the lows — a trial for affray, personal tragedy, and mental health challenges, which saw him take time away from the game — the documentary follows Ben Stokes in an honest film about the man behind the extraordinary cricketer.
31 Dec 1926
Ponsford, Ryder and Woodfull seen batting in Victoria's record-breaking innings against New South Wales in Melbourne.
31 Dec 1926
England battered by Bardsley in the second Test against Australia at Lord's.
05 Aug 1926
Warwickshire face the Australian touring cricket team at Edgbaston
31 Dec 1927
First county cricket match of the season between champions Lancashire and Warwickshire.
19 Jul 1928
Edgbaston sees Warwickshire take on the touring West Indies cricket team.
01 Jan 2013
The stories of three ordinary Indians, a penniless super fan, a boy superstar and a girl cricketer, for each of whom the sport of cricket is a lifeline.
18 Oct 2010
Feature documentary about the great West Indies cricket team of the 1970s and '80s. Fire In Babylon is the breathtaking story of how the West Indies triumphed over its colonial masters through the achievements of one of the most gifted teams in sporting history. In a turbulent era of apartheid in South Africa, race riots in England and civil unrest in the Caribbean, the West Indian cricketers, led by the enigmatic Viv Richards, struck a defiant blow at the forces of white prejudice worldwide. Their undisputed skill, combined with a fearless spirit, allowed them to dominate the genteel game at the highest level, replaying it on their own terms. This is their story, told in their own words.
06 May 1920
Surrey batsman Jack Hobbs gets in some batting practice, with team mate Bert Strudwick keeping wicket.
30 Apr 1921
Stunning views from the boundary of the 1921 Australian touring team's first match.
09 Jul 1922
Essex County cricket team get some much needed practice in the nets at the County Ground, Leyton.
03 Sep 1922
Surrey play Yorkshire at the Oval as the 1922 County Championship nears its conclusion.
08 May 1924
MPs take to the Oval for a game of cricket.
16 Jul 1925
Jack Hobbs reaches his 124th century at the Gentlemen v Players match at Lord's.