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John Arlott
Tue, September 26 2017
Fred Trueman’s short-straws sledge: How true was John Arlott’s story?
Did Fred Trueman need 10 wickets in that match or 9?
Fri, December 16 2016
15 iconic quotes on Jack Hobbs
Hobbs was a legend of his era and is still remembered for his contribution towards cricket.
Wed, December 31 2014
Legendary John Arlott’s final moments in commentary box
Arlott has attained a special place in sport and there hasn’t been another one like him.
Sun, March 16 2014
History of streaking towards glory
Mention the word streaker and the first image that comes to the mind is that of Greek scholar Archimides.
Wed, December 09 2015
JW McKenzie Cricket Books: The only cricket bookshop in the world
Tucked away in the town of Epsom, Surrey, hidden unobtrusively in the middle of residential buildings and nondescript stores, the JW McKenzie Cricket Books is a treasure-trove for cricket lovers.
Thu, April 14 2016
Dickie Bird: The superstar among umpires
Dickie Bird was an institution within cricket, universally loved and respected, and instantly recognisable.
Wed, July 02 2014
David Lloyd: A truly multi-faceted personality
David Lloyd, born March 18, 1947, runs Dicky Bird close to top the list of curious English cricket characters. Arunabha Sengupta looks at a flipping interesting career.
Wed, February 17 2016
Fazal Mahmood: The man who inspired a generation of Pakistan fast bowlers
Fazal Mahmood, Pakistan’s Brylcreem boy, was one of the foremost finest fast bowlers to emerge from the region. He is well-known for the role he played in helping Pakistan get to the Test level, and for his magnificent performances during the nation’s inaugural tours of India and England.
Mon, December 31 2012
The standard of commentary has gone down all over the world: Chishty Mujahid
Chishty Mujahid is widely regarded as the grand old voice of Pakistani cricket, a legendary figure in Pakistani Cricket journalism and broadcasting whose name has become synonymous with Pakistani cricket’s best known triumphs.
Sun, March 26 2017
The first streaker at Lord’s cricket ground
It was August 4, 1975. The person was called Michael Angelow.