The original London Cricket Club was formed by 1722 and was one of the foremost clubs in English cricket over the next four decades. It is closely associated with the Artillery Ground, where it played most of its home matches.
Read more about London Cricket Club: Early History of London Cricket, The Noblemen's and Gentlemen's Club, Players, Matches
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