With a definite Caledonian flavour, this week’s trip sees Richard H Thomas pause to remember a pugnacious England left-hander and one of the most unusual bowling actions in the history of the game. Adam Hollioake Former cricketers do some interesting things when they finally put their kit in the attic. Some join the press corps, [...]
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This month’s magazine is simply bursting with goodness. From the incomparable Andy Flower to the unbeatable Tim Bresnan and some of the sexiest cricket kit you’ll ever see, we reckon we’ve got something for absolutely everyone. “I’ve made countless mistakes in my life; it would be hypocritical of me to judge others too harshly” Andy [...]
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England v West Indies: Strauss Century Silences Doubters
Andrew Strauss’s return to form was the highlight of the second day at Lord’s and put to bed speculation concerning his future as England captain, says Ed Kemp.
Saying that an international cricketer is “under pressure” during a Test match is sort of stating the obvious. There are – in England at least – a lot of people watching. It’s the highest level of the game, it’s hard; many fellow professional cricketers are clamouring for your place. This is the first Test of the summer, at Lord’s. There’s pressure, alright. (more…)