Old Trafford Cricket Ground
Old Trafford is a cricket ground in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester. It has been the home of Lancashire County Cricket Club since it was formed in 1864, having been the ground of Manchester Cricket Club from 1857. Test matches have been played there since 1884.
Read more about Old Trafford Cricket Ground: Early History, The Ground, Notable Moments At Old Trafford, Redevelopment 2003–2013
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