Multiple choice general knowledge sports

The first century partnership in test cricket was between WG Grace and AP Lucas, batting for England. Name the bowler who broke that partnership.

  1. Alec Bannerman

  2. John Minshull

  3. Harry Jupp

  4. Alfred Shaw

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Explanation

Alec Bannerman, an Australian bowler, broke the first century partnership in Test cricket between WG Grace and AP Lucas. This occurred during the 1877 Melbourne Test. The Grace-Lucas partnership was the first to reach 100 runs in Test cricket history, making it a significant milestone. Bannerman was known for his accurate medium-pace bowling and defensive batting.