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Know Jack Hobbs: Batsman who scored maximum runs in domestic cricket

New Delhi: Those who do not follow cricket, heard this name the first time while watching  the Oscar-winning feature film “Slumdog Millionaire”. In the film during a quiz show, a question was asked who has



Hobbs was an English professional cricketer who played for Surrey from 1905 to 1934 and for England in 61 Test matches between 1908 and 1930.



Born in a poor family in 1882, Hobbs wished from an early age to pursue a career in cricket. His early batting was undistinguished, but a sudden improvement in 1901 brought him to the attention of local teams. In 1903 he joined Surrey.

His reputation grew after joining Surrey. On his first-class debut he scored 88 and a century in his next game.

Over the following seasons, he established himself as a successful county player and in 1908 made his Test debut for England, scoring 83 in his first innings.