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Indian cricket player, batsman Farokh Engineer April 1969
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Indian cricket player, batsman Farokh Engineer April 1969
Indian cricket player, batsman Farokh Engineer April 1969. Seven star cricketers took the field on a piece of waste ground in a back entry in Salford to play a test match between England and the Commonwealth - taking part in a film sequence for Granada Programme Nice Time. Batting using a dustbin as wicket
28/04/1969
Tom Buist
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
Salford
Greater Manchester
England
WA*2466250
Media ID 21622660
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Capturing the Essence of Cricket - Farokh Engineer's Unconventional Match in Salford, April 1969
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. In this remarkable print by Tom Buist, we are transported back to a unique moment in cricket history. It is April 1969, and Indian cricket player and batsman Farokh Engineer finds himself on an improvised pitch in a humble back entry of Salford. Seven star cricketers have gathered here for an extraordinary test match between England and the Commonwealth, all partaking in a film sequence for Granada Programme Nice Time. As our eyes focus on Engineer, we witness his determination as he readies himself to bat using nothing but a dustbin as wicket. This unconventional choice perfectly encapsulates the resourcefulness and passion that lies at the heart of cricket. The image not only captures the physicality of sport but also tells a larger story about cultural exchange and camaraderie. The presence of both English and Commonwealth players symbolizes unity amidst diversity, showcasing how sports can bridge gaps between nations. Buist's photograph freezes this fleeting moment forever – one where talent meets improvisation on waste ground transformed into hallowed turf. It serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of cricket that transcends boundaries and reminds us why this beloved sport continues to captivate hearts around the world. This snapshot from Memory Lane Prints invites us to reflect upon those magical instances when sports transcend their ordinary confines, leaving an indelible mark on both players' lives and
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