The groundsman uses a new device to dry the pitch, The Oval, July 23, 1953© Getty Images
Peter Loader is congratulated by David Fletcher (standing) for his 8 for 21 as Bernie Constable, Arthur McIntyre, Ken Barrington and John McMahon look on, Surrey v Worcestershire, County Championship, 2nd day, The Oval, July 16, 1953© Getty Images
Eric and Alec Bedser, July 4, 1953© Getty Images