November 15, 1838. Just three years after the town came into being, the Melbourne Cricket Club was established. Arunabha Sengupta looks back at the curious tales of old Australia associated with the formation of this great institution.

November 22, 1838. A week after the Melbourne Cricket Club was set up, the first cricket match was played. Arunabha Sengupta looks back at the day when the Civilians took on the Military men.