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Test match cricket has a history from the first Test match played in 1877, to date.
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History of Test cricket from 1877 to 1883
Test matches in the period 1877 to 1883 were organised somewhat differently from international cricket matches today. All were between Australian and English sides, the teams were rarely representative, and the lengthy boat trip required was o ...
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History of Test cricket from 1884 to 1889
The history of Test cricket between 1884 and 1889 was one of English dominance over the Australians. England won every Test series that was played. The period also saw the first use of the word "Test" to describe a form of cricket when the Pres ...
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History of Test cricket from 1890 to 1900
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History of Test cricket from 1901 to 1914