Lancashire Cricket Club: Old Trafford, Rivalry with Yorkshire & History
Lancashire County Cricket Club plays at Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester. Learn about Lancashire's history, their famous Roses rivalry with Yorkshire, and their legendary players.
Lancashire County Cricket Club, founded in 1864, plays at Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester — one of England's most atmospheric cricket grounds. The Red Rose county has won the County Championship nine times and produced some of England's greatest players.
Emirates Old Trafford
Emirates Old Trafford has hosted Ashes Tests since 1884 and is famous for its often overcast conditions that help swing bowlers. The ground has seen famous moments including Jim Laker's 19 wickets in the 1956 Ashes and Shane Warne's Ball of the Century in 1993.
County Championship History
Lancashire won the County Championship outright eight times (1881, 1897, 1904, 1926, 1927, 1928, 1930, 1934) and shared the title once (1950). Their golden era was in the 1920s–30s. More recently, Lancashire won the Division One title in 2011.
The Roses Rivalry
Lancashire's defining fixture is the Roses Match against Yorkshire. This rivalry transcends sport in the north of England, drawing on historic county loyalties. The two teams meet twice in the County Championship each season, always generating passionate atmospheres.
Lancashire's Legendary Players
- James Anderson — England's all-time leading wicket-taker (700+ Test wickets), a true Lancashire great
- Andrew Flintoff — all-rounder who inspired England's 2005 Ashes triumph, now a TV personality
- Clive Lloyd — West Indies captain, played for Lancashire for 18 seasons
- Wasim Akram — arguably cricket's greatest left-arm pace bowler, Lancashire star in the 1990s
- Brian Statham — 252 Test wickets, Trueman's partner in England's great 1950s-60s attack
Frequently asked questions
How many County Championships has Lancashire won?
Lancashire have won the County Championship nine times, with their most recent title in 2011 when they won Division One.
Who is Lancashire's most famous player?
James Anderson is the most celebrated modern Lancashire player, becoming England's all-time leading wicket-taker (700+ Test wickets) while representing the county throughout his career.