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Australia 1961: The Australian team long-sleeved jumper issued…
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10-May-2020
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Australia 1961: The Australian team long-sleeved jumper issued to Brian Booth, with his name ('Booth B.') in ink on the manufacturers label, match worn. Offered together with an official postcard of the team and an official team sheet signed by Booth and the other 18 members of the touring party. (3 items). Provenance: The estate of A.E.James, Physiotherapist to the Australian Cricket Team, 1930s-1960s. Brian Booth was selected for the Australian team that toured England in 1961 and played in the final two Tests. Upon his return to Australia, Booth made two centuries in the 1962–63 home Test series against England, establishing himself in the Test team. He made two further centuries the following summer against South Africa and was named the Australian player of the year. He played in 29 Tests between 1961-66.
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Memorabilia: Sporting - Cricket