Duleepsinhji of Nawanagar vs Mswati II

Duleepsinhji made his Test debut for England against South Africa at Lord's. He scored 50 in the first innings, becoming the second Indian-born cricketer to play Test cricket for England after his uncle Ranjitsinhji.

Duleepsinhji scored 173 runs for England against Australia in the second Test at Lord's. This innings was a highlight of the 1930 Ashes series and demonstrated his batting prowess against a strong Australian attack.

Duleepsinhji retired from first-class cricket at the age of 27 due to health issues. He played 12 Test matches for England, scoring 995 runs at an average of 58.52, before focusing on his royal duties.

Following the death of his uncle Ranjitsinhji, Duleepsinhji succeeded him as the Maharaja of Nawanagar. He ruled the princely state until his death, focusing on administration and development.

Mswati II led Swazi forces to victory against the Zulu army at Lubu. This battle secured Swazi independence from Zulu expansion and established Mswati's reputation as a warrior king.

Mswati II unified various Nguni-speaking clans under his rule, establishing the territorial boundaries of modern Swaziland. He centralized political authority and created a standing army.

Mswati II fought against Boer settlers encroaching on Swazi territory. He successfully defended Swazi lands but was forced to cede some border areas, establishing a pattern of colonial pressure.

Mswati II signed a treaty with the British Cape Colony, granting mineral rights in exchange for recognition of Swazi sovereignty. This agreement aimed to counter Boer expansion but later led to British influence.