Many who saw last year's games will remember that although on paper the S.C.C. were by far the stronger team they were absolutely unable to play with any confidence the Recs' slow bowlers and it was through the' efforts of these slow spinners in the main that the Recs captured the trophy. Possibly the same thing may happen this year though the S.C.C. XI certainly appear far superior from a batting point of view than their traditional rivals. Both sides are strong—there is no questi n—so that some really delightful cricket that should be appreciated by all enthusiasts ought to be witnessed.
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