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Wembley Park Cricket Club

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England, United Kingdom

Wembley Park Cricket Club made just one appearance in first-class cricket, when they played the touring Australians during their 1896 tour of England. The Australians won the match by 135 runs. The club was based at Wembley Park Cricket Ground, Wembley Park, which is today covered by the Wembley Stadium complex.

Squad for the match against the Australians

The following players were in the XI that played the Australians:

  • Charles de Trafford (Captain)
  • Evan Nepean
  • Charlie McGahey
  • Peter Perrin
  • John Rawlin
  • Lees Whitehead
  • Frederick Maude
  • Frederick Spofforth
  • Jim Phillips
  • Thomas Russell (Wicketkeeper)
  • Harry Pickett

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    Wembley Park Cricket Club Wikipedia
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