Incredible Cricket

60 True Stories Every Fan Needs to Know

Clive Gifford author Lu Andrade illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers

Published:13th Apr '23

Should be back in stock very soon

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A new fun-filled, illustrated children’s book packed with real-life stories, facts and trivia. The perfect gift for Father's Day

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.

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.

ISBN: 9780008606091

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 13mm

Weight: 150g

176 pages