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Documentary Uncovers Percy Fender's 1924 Cricket Scandal

1/7/2026

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A new documentary reveals Percy Fender, a former Surrey captain, claimed a corrupt official blackmailed him out of the England captaincy in 1924 in exchange for a share in his wine business.
The film notes Fender, despite exclusion, influenced cricket history, including Bodyline against Australia.
It notes letters from Australian journalists about their strategies and that Surrey County Cricket Club backs the project seeking final investment.

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A new documentary reveals Percy Fender, a former Surrey captain, claimed a corrupt official blackmailed him out of the England captaincy in 1924 in exchange for a share in his wine business.
The film notes Fender, despite exclusion, influenced cricket history, including Bodyline against Australia.
It notes letters from Australian journalists about their strategies and that Surrey County Cricket Club backs the project seeking final investment.