#len hutton

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Ray Lindwall's Pace Challenges Len Hutton — 1948 Invincibles

England vs Australia

1948-07-08

Ray Lindwall's explosive pace during the 1948 Invincibles tour — where he was the fastest bowler England had faced since Harold Larwood — posed specific challenges to Len Hutton, England's most technically accomplished batsman, testing his technique and concentration throughout.

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Len Hutton's 364 — England's Ashes Counterattack and 20-Year Record

England vs Australia

1938-08-23

Len Hutton made 364 against Australia at The Oval in 1938 — breaking Don Bradman's previous record of 334 and setting a world record that stood for 20 years until Gary Sobers broke it in 1958.

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