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Cricket For Dummies
Julian Knight (Author), Tom Dunmore (Author)
9781394164769, Wiley
Paperback / softback, published 18 May 2023
400 pages
23.4 x 18.8 x 2.5 cm, 0.544 kg
Curious about the game of cricket? Start here! Cricket For Dummies, Third Edition will help you understand the basics of cricket, the internationally popular sport that has leagues around the globe. With this guide, you can enjoy watching matches, and even set up a casual game with friends. The book includes clear explanations of the rules, step-by-step guides to strategy and tactics, and info on all the most popular tournaments around the globe. Learn about the cricket greats of today and yesterday, plus get updates on the latest developments, including Major League Cricket and the Cricket World Cup. This new edition of Cricket For Dummies is a fascinating and thorough introduction to the sport, in the classic, easy-to-understand Dummies style.
Cricket For Dummies, Third Editionis a valuable resource for new fans who want to understand the game of cricket.
Introduction 1 Part 1: Getting Started with Cricket 5 Chapter 1: Taking In the Joy of Cricket 7 Chapter 2: Getting to Grips with the Basics 19 Chapter 3: From 10 Overs to 5 Days: The Many Formats of Cricket 47 Chapter 4: Becoming a Cricket Fan 69 Part 2: Welcome to Planet Cricket 93 Chapter 5: Grasping the Global Rivalries 95 Chapter 6: Taking in Big International Tournaments 119 Chapter 7: Domestic Men’s and Women’s Cricket 141 Chapter 8: Cricket Lands in the United States 167 Part 3: Playing the Game 193 Chapter 9: Grabbing the Right Gear: Cricket Equipment 195 Chapter 10: Honing Your Batting Skills 213 Chapter 11: Making It Big as a Bowler 245 Chapter 12: Fielding Made Easy 271 Chapter 13: Talking Tactics: Captaining a Cricket Team 293 Chapter 14: Talented Training and Cricket Coaching 319 Part 4: The Part of Tens 337 Chapter 15: Ten Greatest Ever Cricketers 339 Chapter 16: Ten Most Memorable Cricket Matches 347 Chapter 17: Ten Mind-boggling Cricket Feats 355 Index 363
Subject Areas: Sports & outdoor recreation [WS]
