In his novel Netherland, Joseph O’Neill describes the rhythm of fielding in cricket as ‘pulmonary’ — the fielders converging as one as the bowler runs in before reverting to their positions after each ...

Cricket is one of our country's most popular and simple-to-comprehend sports. All you need is a plank of wood, a ball, three sticks, and some pals. Everyone is introduced to this game at some point in ...