The first known reference to cricket being played in Aberdare dates from 1851. Below is a listing of the first known reference in newspapers to cricket being played by other teams based in Aberdare during the 19th century.

Britannia 1888
Cambrian 1879
Catholic Church 1892
Colts 1883
Crown 1874
Crusaders 1879
Excelsior 1887
Harlequins 1896
Juniors 1875
Juveniles 1863
Lewis Endowed School 1888
Mr. Shaw’s School 1866
Powell Duffryn 1880
Rangers 1896
Robertstown 1895
Robertstown Juniors 1893
Social Club 1880
St. Michael’s College 1895
St. David’s 1893
Star 1879
Thistles 1896
United 1867
Welsh Harp 1874