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Cricket was outstanding in London as early as 1707 and, in the middle years of the century, giant crowds flocked to matches on the Artillery Ground in Finsbury. The single wicket type of the game attracted huge crowds and wagers to match, its popularity peaking within the 1748 season. Bowling underwent an evolution around 1760 when bowlers started to pitch the ball instead of rolling or skimming it towards the batter. This triggered a revolution in bat design as a outcome of, to cope with the bouncing ball, it was essential to introduce the modern straight bat instead of the old "hockey stick" shape. Following Chris Silverwood's departure as England head coach, we take a glance at the Yorkshireman's time in charge... Watch our series of 10 videos to learn every little thing you should know to understand this world recreation. Find out extra about the International Cricket Council; the Organisation and our Members, our Partners, our Match officials, the game of cric