So here is a seasonal dip into the Wigan Today picture archives for pictures of local cricketing teams, action and events from over several decades.
6. Brothers Andrew, left, and Mike Tickle, of Hindley St Peter's Cricket Club, who became only the second and third players to reach 10,000 runs in their careers with the club
. Photo: NICK FAIRHURST
8. Wigan Rugby League Club full-back Steve Hampson edges a rugby ball to a slip cordon of Lancashire and England cricket stars Mike Atherton and Neil Fairbrother and Wigan rugby stars Graeme West and Martin Dermott during an impromptu meeting at Robin Park where Lancashire were using the indoor cricket facilities and Wigan were training in April 1992
. Photo: Frank Orrell
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