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January 2, 1879

The first cricket Test Match 'hat trick' is taken by Fred Spofforth at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

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Frederick Spofforth. PHOTO: Getty/Supplied.

The first cricket Test Match ‘hat trick’ is taken by Frederick Spofforth at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

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