Two fine Surrey cricketers have left us and I say that as a Kent man.
Edrich was a fine opening bat, a member of the elite test triple century club and good enough to be recalled, alongside Brian Close, to shore up England's batting against the Windies in 1976.
Robin Jackman wore his heart on his sleeve and was a decent bowler who could bat and deservedly got his opportunity for England eventually, albeit in controversial circumstances, in the Windies in 1980-81 and performed well against a strong West Indian side.
I remember the outstanding John Edrich playing for England--watching Test cricket on BBC during school holidays. He always seemed a redoubtable batsman who stood up to the fastest bowlers with great courage and understated skill. Compare him to the lightweights of today--who matches his tenacity?Would not sell his wicket cheaply.He had the ability to forget the last ball if he had played and missed or been beaten by a good delivery.It didn't affect him and he must have been hard to play against.RIP John and thank you for the introduction to the wonderful game of cricket.
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Edrich was a fine opening bat, a member of the elite test triple century club and good enough to be recalled, alongside Brian Close, to shore up England's batting against the Windies in 1976.
Robin Jackman wore his heart on his sleeve and was a decent bowler who could bat and deservedly got his opportunity for England eventually, albeit in controversial circumstances, in the Windies in 1980-81 and performed well against a strong West Indian side.
RIP Two fine cricketers.
I remember him opening with Brian Close when close to 40 years old in 1976 and facing the ferocious West Indies pace attack.
Oops. Of course you are right. Old age getting to me. Thanks for the pickup