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Why players carried revolvers in first cricket game in Japan

Times of India - Sports ·
Why players carried revolvers in first cricket game in Japan

In Sano, India and Japan marked their enduring diplomatic ties through a spirited cricket match.

This occasion invoked memories of a peculiar 1863 encounter, where players armed themselves with revolvers due to fears of samurai attacks.

Historian Mike Galbraith has since brought to light the fascinating details surrounding this event.

Today's cricket landscape in Japan is vibrant, boasting thousands of enthusiastic players taking to the field.

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