Wicket Keeper Collection

Denis Compton at Hastings
Denis Compton turns a ball from spinner Jim Laker (out of picture) off his legs to score another boundary past the despairing reach of the short leg fielder as wicketkeeper Stewart Billy Griffith

Cricket Match 1743
A cricket match at the Artillery Ground, London. The 18th century bat was a longer, heavier, curved version and just one two-stump wicket was used

Cricket as Played in the Artillery Ground, London, 1785, (1947). Creator: Unknown
Cricket as Played in the Artillery Ground, London, 1785, (1947). A game of cricket being played at Finsbury (now in north London)

David Bairstow Yorkshire wicketkeeper seen here during the match against Leicestershire at Acklam Park 5th July 1986

Tom Lockyer, outstanding cricket wicket-keeper Date: 1863

The Month of June, From An Almanac of Twelve Sports, with words by Rudyard Kipling
STC64820 The Month of June, From An Almanac of Twelve Sports, with words by Rudyard Kipling, first published by William Heinemann, 1898 (colour litho) by Nicholson

A Ladies Cricket Match, Harrow versus Pinner (engraving)
1041494 A Ladies Cricket Match, Harrow versus Pinner (engraving) by Du Maurier, George (1834-96) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Ladies Cricket Match, Harrow versus Pinner)

Boys playing cricket, Parliament Hill Fields (sepia photo)
STC347634 Boys playing cricket, Parliament Hill Fields (sepia photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Women Playing Cricket, c. 1890 (b / w photo)
498442 Women Playing Cricket, c.1890 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Cricket in India, some Embryo Graces (engraving)
1062517 Cricket in India, some Embryo Graces (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cricket in India, some Embryo Graces)

Hindoo Cricketers, Sketches at Hog Island, Bombay Harbour (engraving)
1044684 Hindoo Cricketers, Sketches at Hog Island, Bombay Harbour (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hindoo Cricketers, Sketches at Hog Island)

Womens Cricket Team, c. 1870s-90s (b / w photo)
498309 Womens Cricket Team, c.1870s-90s (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Cricket Notes for the Dog Days (engraving)
1616434 Cricket Notes for the Dog Days (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cricket Notes for the Dog Days)

Anthony Matthews, who has one hand, keeps wicket for Stobswood Cricket Club. 14th June 1996

Eston Ladies cricket. 1972

The bails are sent flying as Hartlepool pace bowler Tommy Fountain dismisses Guisborough batsman Graham Street with wicket keeper Des Playfor looking on. 14th May 1984

Gotcha! Jimmy Love, left, grasps his safe pair of hands together to catch Somerset batsman Julian Wyatt for 17 in the match against Yorkshire at Acklam Park 4th June 1984

Howzat! Wayne Larkins, the Northants opener is unmoved by an unsuccessful appeal foe a catch by Yorkshire wicketkeeper David Bairstow and Bill Athey at Acklam Park. 19th June 1982

Over and Out. Yorkshire wicketkeeper Steven Rhodes dives to take a spectacular catch in front of first slip Geoff Boycott to remove Somersets stand-in skipper Peter Roebuck at Acklam Park

Hamshires Gordon Greenidge excutes a perfect reverse sweep that delighted the fans at Acklam Park during Yorkshires County Championship match against Hampshire 2nd June 1985

Leamington opener Pete Beddoes dismisses an awkward delivery during his sides encounter with the MCC at Arlington Avenue. Leamington, helped by a classic century from David Bolton

Batsman of the local cricket team at Meopham one of the oldest teams in Kent seen here in action Circa June 1950

The wicket keeper of the local cricket team at Meopham one of the oldest teams in Kent seen here in action Circa June 1950

Cricket The Ashes England v Australia 3rd Test at Trent Bridge July 1985 England batting

Cricket The Ashes England v Australia 5th Test at Edgbaston August 1985 England bowling

Cricket The Ashes England v Australia 2nd Test at lords July 1981 Australian batsman Rodney Marsh hits a four

Action from the third test match between England and Pakistan at Headingley, Leeds. July 1978

Bill Hitch in a new role. June 1914 P004708

Thomas Box, c1850s. Creator: Unknown
Thomas Box, c1850s. Portrait of English cricketer Tom Box (1808-1876), remembered as one of the most outstanding wicketkeepers of his time

E. J. Smith (Warwickshire), 1928. Creator: Unknown
E. J. Smith (Warwickshire), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

B. Lilley (Notts), 1928. Creator: Unknown
B. Lilley (Notts), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

G. Duckworth (Lancashire), 1928. Creator: Unknown
G. Duckworth (Lancashire), 1928. From " Willss Cigarettes - A Series of 50 Cricketers, 1928", [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1928]

New Cricketing Dresses, To Protect All England Against The Present Swift Bowling, 1854. Satirical illustration showing cricketers wearing outlandish padded outfits to prevent injury from fast balls

Oxford Cricket, 1889. Artist: Sir Leslie Matthew Ward
Oxford Cricket, 1889. Wicket Keeper. Hylton Punch Philipson (1866-1935) played first-class cricket for Oxford University. From Vanity Fair

Canadian cricketers at the Oval cricket ground, London. Mr C R Somerville, the Canadian crack batsman, making a boundary hit against the Free Foresters at The Oval. 10 August 1922

The last cricket match of the season. Haig ( Middlesex ) hits out. 12 September 1921

Actors versus musicians cricket at Hampstead Cricket Club Owen Nares batting, Harold Williams keeping wicket 27 July 1934

Crickets last curtain. Champion County versus the rest. Charles Hallows ( County Champion ) hits a ball from Maurice Leyland to the boundary. 14 September 1928

Gentlemen versus Players at The Oval. The Hon C Bruce batting. 29 June 1921

Gentlemen versus players at the Oval. M Howell ( Gentlemen ) hitting a boundary off the Players. 6 June 1928

Warwickshire versus Surrey at The Oval cricket ground. G W Stephens ( Warwickshire ) making a fine boundary hit. 30 August 1923

Cricket at the Oval. Shepherd batting. 28 June 1928

Humorous Cricket Postcard - Wicketkeeper struck
Humorous Cricket Postcard by Tom Browne. A batsman eyes up a slog to a short-pitched ball, but his backswing makes contact with the wicketkeepers head and the stumps and bails fly everywhere

H Martyn - Cricketer
H Martyn - Somerset wicketkeeper

J J Kelly - Cricketer
James J Kelly - Australian Test cricketer 1896-1905

G McGregor - Cricketer
Gregor McGregor - wicketkeeper for Middlesex

Middlesex Vs. Notts 1892
Cricket match at Lords between Middlesex and Nottinghamshire. Batsman Shrewsbury is seen being caught at mid wicket by Phillips

England V Australia
A match between England and Australia at the Kennington Oval, London

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"Wicket Keeper: The Unsung Hero of Cricket" From the early days of cricket at Hastings in 1743, the role of the wicket keeper has been pivotal. Denis Compton's exceptional skills behind the stumps showcased his ability to anticipate and react swiftly. Tom Lockyer, an outstanding cricket wicket-keeper, left a lasting impression with his impeccable technique and agility on display during matches. His presence instilled confidence in his team as he guarded the wickets with unwavering focus. In London's Artillery Ground in 1785, a captivating image captured by an unknown creator immortalized the essence of cricket. The wicket keeper stood tall amidst intense action, ready to seize any opportunity that came their way. David Bairstow, Yorkshire's remarkable wicketkeeper, demonstrated his prowess against Leicestershire. His lightning-fast reflexes ensured no ball slipped past him as he safeguarded his team's chances of victory. Cricket transcends gender boundaries too; Rudyard Kipling beautifully depicted a ladies' match between Harrow and Pinner in June from an almanac published in 1898. It highlighted how women embraced this sport with equal passion and skill. Parliament Hill Fields witnessed young boys engrossed in playing cricket - their enthusiasm echoing through sepia-toned photographs capturing timeless moments filled with joy and camaraderie. A black-and-white photograph from around 1890 portrayed women gracefully participating in this beloved game. Their dedication shattered societal norms while paving the way for future generations to follow their dreams fearlessly. India also embraced cricket fervently; engravings showcased "Embryo Graces" displayed by Indian cricketers at Hog Island within Bombay Harbour—an ode to India's love affair with this sport that continues till today. The rich history continued as we glimpse into a vintage black-and-white photo capturing a women's cricket team from the late 19th century.