Incredible Cricket Stories

Incredible Cricket Stories - Incredible Sports Stories

Paperback (13 Apr 2023)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Whether you're already a fan or are new to the sport, prepare to be BOWLED OVER by this fun-filled book of stories, facts and stats from the world of cricket.

60 extraordinary stories span the globe and include unforgettable events and players from the men's, women's and para games, past and present.

Meet Brian Lara, who made a mind-blowing 501 not out in an innings.

Meet Sajjida Shah, who played for her country aged just 12.

Find out about the match that was played inside a volcano . . . and another that was played on top of Africa's highest mountain.

Meet the Indian cricketer who cut her hair to disguise herself so she could play in boy's teams.

Meet the player who owns the world's most expensive bat (worth a whopping £100,000) and who started adult life as a railway ticket collector . . .

Meet the biggest stars of today's game alongside the pioneers, emerging talents and cricketing legends. You'll also find facts, stats, bios, test your knowledge quizzes and a simple players guide.

Look out for Incredible Football Stories, coming soon.

Book information

ISBN: 9780008606091
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Imprint: Red Shed
Pub date:
DEWEY: 796.358
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 173
Weight: 160g
Height: 129mm
Width: 198mm
Spine width: 15mm