Worcestershire County Cricket Club
The 'Pears' of New Road. Defined by the iconic view of Worcester Cathedral and a legacy of legendary individual performances, Worcestershire is a club that embodies the beauty and grit of English cricket.
Club Profile
A story of flair and resilience beside the River Severn.
A historic foundation county, joined the Championship in 1899.
Famous for its Cathedral view and its frequent winter battles with the Severn floods.
Including back-to-back titles in 1964-65 and 1988-89.
The Hick Era
For two decades, New Road was the stage for one of the most prolific run-scorers in the game's history. Graeme Hick scored a staggering 41,112 first-class runs, most of them for Worcestershire. His 405 not out against Somerset in 1988 remains the highest individual score in the County Championship for over a century.
A Legacy of Moral Courage
Worcestershire County Cricket Club (WCCC) holds a special place in the game's social history. In 1968, the club and its star player **Basil D'Oliveira** were at the centre of a global controversy when the South African government cancelled England's tour due to D'Oliveira's inclusion in the squad—a moment that accelerated the sporting boycott of apartheid South Africa.
The club has a reputation for being an incubator of talent, frequently punching above its weight against larger city-based counties. From the 1960s dominance under Don Kenyon to the modern T20 Blast success in 2018 under **Moeen Ali**, Worcestershire has consistently produced exciting, attacking cricketers who play with immense flair.
The Pears and the Cathedral
New Road is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful cricket grounds in the world. The sight of the sun setting over Worcester Cathedral while the Pears take wickets is a quintessential English sporting experience.
Major Honours
| Competition | Wins | Winning Years |
|---|---|---|
| County Championship | 5 | 1964, 1965, 1974, 1988, 1989 |
| T20 Blast | 1 | 2018 |
| One-Day Cup (NatWest) | 1 | 1994 |
| Sunday League | 3 | 1971, 1987, 1988 |
| Benson & Hedges Cup | 1 | 1991 |
Worcestershire Legends
Graeme Hick
The 'Run Machine'. Hick was a phenomenon at New Road, scoring over 100 first-class centuries and becoming the defining face of Worcestershire cricket for a generation.
Basil D'Oliveira
A player of immense skill and even greater character. D'Oliveira's impact on the game transcended his batting and bowling, making him one of the most significant figures in 20th-century sport.
Glenn Turner
The New Zealand master technician who spent 15 seasons at Worcester. Turner was famous for his ability to bat for days and was instrumental in the club's 1974 title win.
Don Kenyon
A legendary captain and opening batter who led Worcestershire to their first-ever Championship titles in the 1960s, scoring over 37,000 runs for the club.