The Australians Play Their First Match In England -- The Australian team led by Lindsay Hassett (left) coming out to field. The Australian cricketers now in England were seen in action for the first time when they met the East Molesey Club at East Molesey, Surrey. H.R.H. The Duke of Edinburgh was among the spectators. The picturesque East Molesey ground is near the river Thames and is famous for the fact that cricket has been played there since the year 1693. April 26, 1953. (Photo by Sports & General Press Agency Ltd.)