When it comes to English sports, it doesn’t get much more English than cricket. Cricket is a game that has been played in more or less the same form for more than a hundred years, but where did it come from? Though the very earliest history of the game are not known, there are a few interesting pieces of evidence.
For example, there is some suggestion that the game originated not long after the Norman Conquest, which Read More
Buying cricket equipment is more than just visiting your local sport supply store and picking up everything you need or want. You need to make sure that the equipment you’re buying is going to be beneficial to your game and that the items will be durable enough to last for years. When you begin shopping for cricket equipment, there are a few things you need to keep in mind. The quality of the equipment you’re Read More
You won’t find as many cricket matches on your direct tv as you’ll find American Football but that doesn’t mean the world doesn’t care. If you’re hurting for some of the King’s Game and you can’t find it in your area, here are a few suggestions:
Get the Cricket Channel: Some TV providers offer a dedicated cricket channel, much like the MLB or NFL networks. If you’re willing to pay a little extra you could have cricket 24 hours a day but be careful – it’s a slippery slope.
Join a League: There may be a cricket league near you, particularly if you live in or near a major metropolitan area. Look for one with similarly aged people and hey, you may make some friends with similar interests, too!
Live Stream: Some websites offer live streaming of important matches, albeit for a fee. If it’s really important to you to see that one game make sure you get online and get set up before the players are set to begin. You can even hook your laptop up to your TV for prime viewing!
Cricket is a very exciting sport. While it’s not very popular in the US, it is a very highly-watched sport all over the world. People who follow cricket are equally passionate to fans of other sports, and they routinely buy merchandise to support their favorite players and teams.
eBay is one of the best places to look for cricket memorabilia and clothing. You’ll literally be able to find anything you want there. if it’s not there now, it probably will be soon. The best advantage with eBay is that you usually get the best deals on the best gear. You Read More
If you are a fan of Cricket and are looking for the best bag possible to be able to carry everything you have all in one nice, neat case then there are a few things to look for. You need to make sure that the bag you purchase offers you the flexibility to put everything all in one convenient location. If the bag does not hold everything then there is not going to be much benefit to you as the user. You need to consider what you are going to carry with you Read More
Some standout Batsmen in Cricket include the following: Sunhil Gavaskar, of India, has earned the unofficial title of the most successful opening batsmen in India’s history. He played in the 70′s and 80′s predominantly in Bombay and is now 62 years old.
Jacques Kallis, 35 of Cape Town South Africa, is known for his understated calm, and his ability to save innings. Many in the sport refer to Kallis as a ‘daredevil’. He currently plays for the ‘Kollata Knight Riders’.
Steve Waugh, 46 of Australia, is considered by many in the sport as one of the most talented players. His nickname is ‘Iceman’, Read More
Cricket is a sport that many do not play simply because they see it as difficult. In fact cricket is fairly easy to learn and is a fun sport to play. To start off there are two types of cricket which are Test cricket, which is played for five days, and one day cricket which is the shorter version of test cricket. For those who want to play cricket, finding a field to play on is important. Cricket is only played on an oval field so playing on a field meant for cricket is your best option. Read More