first-class cricket
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The highest standard of domestic or international cricket matches.
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- He has been playing first-class cricket for over a decade.
- The county championship represents the pinnacle of first-class cricket in England.
- Young players dream of making their debut in first-class cricket.
- His statistics in first-class cricket are truly impressive.
- She became the first woman to commentate on first-class cricket.
- The standard of first-class cricket has improved significantly.
- Many international players started their careers in domestic first-class cricket.
- The match was granted first-class cricket status by the governing body.
- He scored his maiden century in first-class cricket last season.
- The venue has hosted first-class cricket matches since 1895.