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Richie Benaud’s contribution to cricket is unique. As Australian captain he was shrewd, ruthless and successful, as a player his combined skills as legendary leg spinner, capable batsman and fearless close fielder made him a formidable opponent. His switch to commentary box has proved equally successful and now, after 25 years of Test Match commentary with the BBC, he presents his anthology of ...

Jeremy Wells investigates the state of New Zealand Cricket (25 March 2013)

A record-breaking run-machine, a fielder, bowler, inspirational leader and dedicated cricketer - Graham Gooch has climbed to the pinnacle of his profession. With the backcloth of that record-breaking innings against India at Lord’s, Graham talks frankly to Pat Murphy of the highs and lows of his career: the early days at Essex, 1979 being a turning point for both him and the county’s fortunes; ...

This is the history of the greatest county cricket club in England. Since its foundation in Sheffield in 1863, Yorkshire has won the County Championship 31 times outright. The club’s history is festooned with triumphs, controversy and outstanding players. This video, with the use of archive prints and photographs, very rare film footage and interviews, traces the complete history of Yorkshire f...

Richard Hadlee - The New Zealand Story (1987)

Richard Hadlee, the world champion wicket-taker, shows and explains how he has become one of the world’s greatest strike bowlers and all-round cricketing athletes. This video captures the spirit, strength and determination of one of New Zealand’s cricketing giants. Includes: Introduction and Attitudes. Fitness. Selection of Equipment. Bowling: The run-up, grips, action, how to bowl in-swingers,...

Lord’s - The Home of Cricket. Presented by E. W. Swanton and Tim Rice. Lord’s, home of the MCC, is the most revered cricketing ground in the world. Great players have saved their best match-winning performances for Lord’s - Sir Donald Bradman, Sir Garfield Sobers and Ian Botham some of the most impressive. To Viv Richards and Clive Lloyd it seems to be their second home - who can forget Lloyd’s...

Ian Botham has been described as the most exciting, brilliant, feared, maddening, scandalous and self-destructive cricketer of his day. A cult hero to millions of sports fans, there is no doubting that Botham has led an eventful life both on and off the field. Focusing on his game, this action-packed programme traces his dazzling career - including his clashes with the press, the cricket author...

With his thick moustache and bristling aggression, Dennis Lillee was one of the most brilliant and charismatic cricketers of his era. His new ball partnership with Jeff Thomson was, perhaps, the most feared in the modern game. Courageous, controversial and always belligerently determined, Lillee overcame serious injury to complete a very distinguished cricketing career. This video includes a co...

Filmed in England and the West Indies during Richards' last season of captaining his country, "Hitting Across The Line" features the big match highlights from 1991's clashes with England and Australia plus magic moments from the player's glittering past, interviews with Richards, Ian Botham, David Gower, Lance Gibbs and Barry Richards, and a special commentary by cricket fanatic, Eric Clapton.

David Gower is probably the most naturally talented batsman to play for England since the war. Yet, loved by millions of fans and respected by fellow players, he remains an enigma. This celebration story unlocks the secrets of a very private individual and traces his career from the school playing fields of Kent to the Test Match arena. A collector's item for true fans of cricket. No. 4 in The ...

The summer of '81 saw cricketer, Ian Botham, set the Ashes alight at Headingley when he played one of the most memorable innings of modern times. England were teetering on the brink of defeat in the Third Test against the Australians when Botham came through with a spectacular visit to the crease which sent the high spirited crowds roaring. Spurred on by the enthusiasm of their supporters, Both...

A documentary about Lord's Cricket Ground made in 1997, narrated by Sir Trevor McDonald and featuring interviews with Colin Cowdrey, Tom Graveney, Alec and Eric Bedser, Fred Trueman, Brian Statham, Keith Miller, Richie Benaud, Sir Garfield Sobers, Graham Gooch, David Lloyd, Dennis Lillee, Jeff Thomson, David Gower and Ian Botham.

X Way Vision (Drag City, 1992)

Cricketing Legends - Sir Richard Hadlee (BBC, 1991)

Skin Deep (1978)

From Cloth Cap to Helmet - The History of New Zealand Cricket (1992)