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Heavy rain, a deteriorating pitch and a barrage of bouncers: Worcestershire v Derbyshire 1966

Brian Halford shines further light on an extraordinary game of cricket between the Pears and Derbyshire in Ilkeston.

26.02.26, 14:49 Updated 27.02.26, 13:08 4 Minute Read

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“The pitch then began to deteriorate…Worcestershire’s second innings brought 107 all out from 81.5 overs!”

When Worcestershire open their County Championship season away to Derbyshire next month, they simply need to evoke the spirit of 1966.

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