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1697 Sussex Great Match
- When
- 1697
- Where
- Sussex, England
A high-stakes 11-a-side cricket match was played in Sussex in 1697, reported in newspapers as a 'great match' with stakes of 50 guineas per side.
The match was likely between Sussex and another county, reflecting the early formation of county teams. It was one of the first cricket matches reported in newspapers following the 1696 grant of press freedom, highlighting the sport's growing commercial significance.
Sources
- History of cricket Wikipedia
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