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Empire of Cricket

The series delves into the complex history of cricket, examining its origins and the era of sporting segregation, featuring insightful discussions with cricket icons Ian Botham, Graham Gooch, Nasser Hussain, and Viv Richards.

A sports documentary series exploring the history of cricket through the perspectives of four influential nations: England, the West Indies, Australia, and India.

Episodes:

Episode 1 England

1. England

Aired: May 31, 2009

Cricket's early history is characterized by its rapid spread from 16th centur...

Episode 3 Australia

3. Australia

Aired: Jun 14, 2009

The next episode delves into the rich history of cricket in the West Indies, ...

Info about Empire of Cricket

Network: BBC Two

Genres:Sport, Documentary