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White Conduit Fields in Islington was the original home of the White Conduit Cricket Club, formed circa 1780-85. It was an early venue of major cricket matches, the first being played there in September 1718. The club was to play a significant role in the history of cricket, as the forerunner of the Marylebone Cricket Club at Lord's.
Although primarily known as being an exclusive club for gentlemen, some professional cricketers were employed to coach and also to play in the club's matches. One of these was the bowler Thomas Lord, after whom Lord's is named, who was asked to secure a more private venue within easy reach of London. Lord took a lease from the Portman Estate and the ground was prepared and opened in 1787. It became know as Lord's Cricket Ground and due to its situation, the White Conduit Club became the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC).
Although primarily known as being an exclusive club for gentlemen, some professional cricketers were employed to coach and also to play in the club's matches. One of these was the bowler Thomas Lord, after whom Lord's is named, who was asked to secure a more private venue within easy reach of London. Lord took a lease from the Portman Estate and the ground was prepared and opened in 1787. It became know as Lord's Cricket Ground and due to its situation, the White Conduit Club became the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC).