Dennett also failed to be nominated as a Wisden Cricketer of the Year, and only Worcestershire’s Reg Perks took more first-class wickets without ever being chosen.

[8] However, in 1904, Dennett rose rapidly to become one of the leading bowlers of the day, finishing with 123 wickets and in the top ten of the national averages.

[9] Dennett relied on gentle spin, accuracy of length and a quick but very easy and rhythmic[10] arm action.

[14] That year, Dennett achieved the rare feat of taking all ten wickets in an innings on a difficult pitch against Essex.

[15] Although much was expected when he returned to England for the 1920 season,[16] Dennett never really recovered his pre-war form — being helped to take 100 wickets again in 1921 by some abysmal county batting sides.