West Indies tour of England, 1976 /

1976

Who's grovelling now?

May 19, 2007: When Tony Greig overstepped the line on the eve of England's series against West Indies

1976

The fiery summer

Jul 22, 2006: The English summer of 1976 has gone down in folklore as one where water shortages and scorching temperatures left the country parched ... and it had some serious implications for cricket as well

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West Indies in England, 1976

1977: The tenth West Indies side to visit England after gaining Test status fifty years ago covered themselves in glory under the astute direction of their captain, Clive Lloyd and the manager Clyde Walcott, of the Three W's fame.

Third Test Match

England v West Indies

1977: After holding the world's fastest bowlers at bay in the previous five tests England finally bowed the knee to pace on a cracked, often unpredictable pitch at Old Trafford.

Fifth Test Match

England v West Indies

1977: Toss: West Indies

Fourth Test Match

England v West Indies

1977: At Leeds, July 22, 23, 24, 26, 27

Second Test Match

England v West Indies

1977: The loss of the whole of Saturday, when the takings were £43,000 with the gates closed at 10.40 a.m

First Test Match

England v West Indies

1977: A marvellous innings of 232 by the 24-year-old Vivian Richards overshadowed everything else in this match

Third Prudential Trophy Match

ENGLAND v WEST INDIES 1976

1977: At Birmingham, August 30, 31

Second Prudential Trophy Match

ENGLAND v WEST INDIES 1976

1977: At Lord's, August 28, 29

First Prudential Trophy Match

ENGLAND v WEST INDIES 1976

1977: At Scarborough, August 26