Lord Harris On Cricket's Future

The speaker expresses a fondness for England and discusses the improvement of cricket in New Zealand, noting its growing popularity and the tradition of playing at Lorde. The speaker reflects on the historical changes at Lorde over seventy years and emphasizes cricket as both a pastime and a moral lesson.

What aspect of cricket in New Zealand surprised the speaker?

• The improvement in fielding

• The improvement in batting and bowling

• The decline in popularity

• The unchanged performance

What is considered the highest ambition for visitors according to the speaker?

• Winning a test series

• Becoming a cricket coach

• Playing in a match at Lorde

• Playing in a local match

What role do MCC and Lorde play in international cricket?

• Training young cricketers

• Organizing local tournaments

• Finding elevens to visit parts of the Empire

• Broadcasting cricket matches

How did members practice at Lorde nearly seventy years ago?

• In the middle of the ground with nets

• Individually at home

• On a separate practice ground

• In a gymnasium

What dual role does cricket serve according to the speaker?

• A hobby and a profession

• A pastime and a moral lesson

• A game and a tradition

• A sport and a business