1778 in sports
1778 in sports describes the year's events in world sport. Boxing Events June — Harry Sellers defeated Bill " The Nailer " Stevens in a 10-minute fight to retain the English Championship title. Cricket Events Thomas Brett, the first great Hambledon bowler, retired from cricket. England Most runs – William Yalden 162 Most wickets – Lamborn 22 Horse racing England St Leger Stakes – Hollandoise References 1778