Jack Hobbs

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Jack Hobbs reaches his 124th century at the Gentlemen v Players match at Lord's.

Surrey play Yorkshire at the Oval as the 1922 County Championship nears its conclusion.

England battered by Bardsley in the second Test against Australia at Lord's.

Surrey batsman Jack Hobbs gets in some batting practice, with team mate Bert Strudwick keeping wicket.