ENGLAND are opening their test cricket season today against New Zealand at Lord’s.
‘ side have been spotted wearing black armbands on the opening day.
Jacob Bethell wearing a black armband today at Lord’s Credit: Getty
England’s test cricket team are opening their season against New Zealand Credit: Getty
can reveal exactly why England are wearing black armbands today.
Why are England wearing black armbands against New Zealand in the opening test at Lord’s?
players are wearing black armbands as a trivute to the former cricketers who have passed away since the team’s last home international match.
Before the start of play at , players observed a moment of silence before the national anthems, which the New Zealand team also took part in.
Several former England players are being honoured today, which has led to the armbands being worn.
Those legends include Ken Shuttleworth, John Jameson, Barry Knight, Robin Smith, Norman Gifford, Hugh Morris, Tony Pigott, Eric Russell and MJK Smith.
legend Martin Crowe was also honoured before the first ball – the Kiwi died 10 years ago.
Crowe’s daughter, Emma, rang the five-minute bell before the start of play.
Wearing black armbands is a traditional gesture in to pay tribute to someone who has made a significant contribution to the .
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