In Pictures: Cricketers bat on sticky wicket in ideal conditions for ducks
The annual fixture takes place on a waterlogged pitch when the tide retreats on the Solent.
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In Pictures: Waterlogged pitch perfect for cricketers playing annual game in sea
The tradition started in 1984, with the match ending when play is stopped by waves.
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