The first known reference to cricket being played in Dowlais dates from 1840. Below is a listing of the first known reference in newspapers to matches being played by other teams based in Dowlais during the 19th century.

Boys 1861
Drapers 1856
Early Risers 1856
Fitters 1868
Grocers 1856
Guild 1888
Ivorites 1889
Juveniles 1880
Lillywhites 1899
Railwaymen 1896
Teachers 1898
Tradesmen 1858
Water Rats 1896