The Young Cricketer

An introduction to cricket providing a brief history of the sport before moving on to the correct clothing to wear and the most appropriate equipment to purchase. The rules are explained and step-by-step photography demonstrates how to grip the bat correctly, where to position your feet on the crease during bowling and the different fielding positions. Advice and information are given on keeping wicket, ways of getting out, umpiring, joining a club and playing in a team. The different forms of the game are also covered, from games of limited overs, to Test Matches and One Day Internationals.