Morris Motors Ground, Coventry facts for kids
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| Location | Coventry, Warwickshire | ||
| Establishment | 1931 (first recorded match) | ||
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| As of 28 August 2010 Source: Ground profile |
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The Morris Motors Ground was a place where people played cricket in Coventry, Warwickshire, a county in England. It was owned by a company called Morris Motors Limited. This company made cars and had a big presence in Coventry.
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A Cricket Ground's History
The Morris Motors Ground was a special sports field used for cricket matches. It was located in the city of Coventry, which is in the county of Warwickshire in England. The ground belonged to Morris Motors Limited, a well-known company that used to make cars.
First Games Played
The very first time a cricket match was officially recorded at this ground was in 1931. In that year, the Warwickshire team played against Northamptonshire. This particular game was also the first first-class cricket match ever held at the Morris Motors Ground.
What is First-Class Cricket?
First-class cricket is a type of match that lasts for three or more days. It involves two teams of eleven players each. These matches are considered to be of the highest standard in domestic cricket. They are usually played between major teams, like county teams in England.
More Matches at the Ground
The year after its first match, in 1932, the Morris Motors Ground hosted its second and final first-class game. This time, the Warwickshire team played against Leicestershire.
Besides these important first-class matches, the ground also hosted another type of game. It held one Minor Counties Championship match. In this game, the Warwickshire Second XI (which is like a reserve team for Warwickshire) played against Durham in 1932.
Where is the Ground Now?
The Morris Motors Ground was located along a road called Bell Green Road. Today, if you visit that area, you won't find the cricket ground anymore. The land where it once stood is now covered by houses. This means the ground is no longer used for cricket and has been built over.
