Vandals Destroy the Cricket Pitch: England-Australia Test Called Off
Supporters of convicted armed robber George Davis dug up and poured oil on the Headingley cricket pitch overnight, forcing the cancellation of an Ashes test match between England and Australia. The bizarre act of sabotage drew global headlines and succeeded in its aim of publicizing Davis's case, contributing to his controversial early release from prison.
August 19, 1975
51 years ago
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