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The North of England appeared in first-class cricket between 1836 and 1961, most often in the showcase North v South matches against the South of England, although there were also games against touring teams, MCC and others.
The inaugural North v South fixture,[1] was held at Lord's on 11 and 12 July 1836. The North won by six wickets.