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The Ashes - 1st Test Australia v England England won by 10 wickets 2nd
The Ashes - 1st Test
Australia v England
England won by 10 wickets
2nd December 1932 (timeless match).
Sir Gubby Allen is struck by a ball from Australias Lisle Nagel
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Australia
Media ID 21579175
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In this print from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to the intense atmosphere of the Ashes - 1st Test match between Australia and England on 2nd December 1932. The timeless nature of this match is evident as we witness a pivotal moment that forever etched itself in cricket history. As the caption reveals, England emerged victorious by an impressive margin of 10 wickets. However, it was not without its share of drama and injury. In a heart-stopping instant captured by Mirrorpix, Sir Gubby Allen finds himself at the receiving end of a fierce delivery from Australia's Lisle Nagel. The image encapsulates both the physicality and risks associated with this beloved sport during the 1930s. With bodies clad in traditional cricket whites, players engaged in a battle for supremacy known as "bodyline" tactics – a controversial strategy employed to counter England's batting prowess. This photograph serves as a testament to the resilience and bravery displayed by these athletes who pushed their limits for national pride. It reminds us that even amidst fierce competition, sportsmanship prevails when adversaries unite under shared values. Memory Lane Prints allows us to relive historic moments like these through their carefully curated collection. As we gaze upon this remarkable print, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand one of cricket's most iconic encounters – an enduring symbol of determination and triumph over adversity.
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