In a touching tribute to two of the greatest batters in cricket history, England and New Zealand have announced that the upcoming Test series between the two nations will now be played for a new trophy named after Graham Thorpe and Martin Crowe. The decision was made to honor the legacies of the two iconic players from their respective countries. Crowe, who passed away in 2016, was known for his strategic play and was a prolific scorer against England, making this tribute even more special.
England and New Zealand to Honor Graham Thorpe and Martin Crowe with New Test Trophy
In a heartwarming gesture, England and New Zealand have decided to play their upcoming Test series for a new trophy named after legendary cricketers Graham Thorpe and Martin Crowe. This decision pays homage to the illustrious careers and significant contributions of these two batting maestros to their respective nations.
Graham Thorpe
Graham Thorpe, a former England cricketer, enjoyed a highly successful career spanning over two decades. He was renowned for his exceptional batting technique, resilience, and ability to score runs in all conditions. Thorpe represented England in 100 Test matches and 82 One-Day Internationals (ODIs), amassing over 9,000 runs across both formats.
Martin Crowe
Martin Crowe, a New Zealand cricket legend, is widely considered one of the greatest batsmen of all time. His elegant strokes and tactical brilliance made him a formidable opponent. Crowe captained New Zealand in 16 Tests and played 77 Test matches and 143 ODIs, scoring over 16,000 runs. He played against England in numerous memorable matches, including the famous Tied Test at Basin Reserve in 1986.
The New Trophy
The Graham Thorpe-Martin Crowe Trophy will be awarded to the winner of the two-Test series between England and New Zealand, starting on June 12th, 2023. The trophy is a testament to the enduring legacy of these two iconic players and their unwavering commitment to the game of cricket.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
The trophy was named in honor of their exceptional batting skills, strategic leadership, and contributions to their respective teams and the game of cricket.
The first Test match for the Graham Thorpe-Martin Crowe Trophy will be played on June 12th, 2023, at Lord's Cricket Ground in London.
The series will consist of two Test matches.
The trophy will not be awarded permanently. The winning team will retain it until the next Test series between England and New Zealand.
Other great cricketers who have had trophies named after them include Sir Donald Bradman (Bradman-Sobers Trophy), Sir Garfield Sobers (Bradman-Sobers Trophy), and Sachin Tendulkar (Border-Gavaskar Trophy).
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