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Cricket For Dummies

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Cricket For Dummies by Julian Knight and Tom Dunmore serves as a comprehensive guide for both beginners and enthusiasts of the sport. It covers the fundamental rules, techniques, and strategies of cricket, providing insights into the game's history and culture. This book aids readers in understanding player roles, match formats, and offers advice for playing and following cricket at any level.
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You might enjoy this book if you're keen on learning about cricket from the ground up, whether you're totally new to the sport or just want some extra tips. It breaks down the rules, strategies, and culture of cricket in an easy-to-understand way, making it perfect for enthusiasts looking to improve their knowledge or even try playing the game themselves.

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Cricket For Dummies

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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 information 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.

  • Learn the laws of cricket so you can watch games and follow league play.
  • Set up a game of cricket and play with your friends.
  • Get the latest updates in the cricket world, including upcoming must-watch tournaments.
  • Figure out the strategies and techniques that make cricket so interesting.

Cricket For Dummies, Third Edition, is a valuable resource for new fans who want to understand the game of cricket.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781394164769

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 May 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Edition: 3rd edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 188.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 544g

Pages: 400

About the Author

Julian Knight is a former BBC journalist and newspaper editor. Julian has authored several Dummies titles including the first and second editions of Cricket For Dummies. He has over 30 years experience as a club cricketer and is a former coach and captain of Blackheath Cricket Club.

Tom Dunmore is a sports writer and executive, currently helping to launch Major League Cricket in the United States. He is a co-author of the second and third editions of Soccer For Dummies. Tom grew up in England playing cricket but has now spent over two decades in America introducing the sport to new fans.

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