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The Kinema News Reel (1932)

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The English cricket team

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Clip description

The English captain, Douglas Jardine, practices his driving techniques at the Perth cricket ground. Maurice Leyland stands at the wicket and works on his batting form. Herbert Suttcliffe stands in front of the camera before walking across the ground. Other players shown include Bob Wyatt, the Nawab of Pataudi (Snr) and the team manager.

The Western Australian captain, Richard Bryant, and Douglas Jardine toss the coin. The clip ends with both teams posing for group photographs.