Download or read book The Test of My Life written by Yuvraj Singh and published by Random House India. This book was released on 2013-03-19 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ‘That day I cried like a baby not because I feared what cancer would do but because I didn’t want the disease. I wanted my life to be normal, which it could not be.’ For the first time Yuvraj Singh tells the real story behind the 2011 World Cup when on-the-field triumph hid his increasingly puzzling health problems and worrying illnesses. In his debut book The test of my life, he reveals how—plagued with insomnia, coughing fits that left him vomiting blood, and an inability to eat—he made a deal with God. On the night before the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup final, Yuvraj prayed for the World Cup in return for anything God wanted. In this book, he lays bare his fears, doubts, and the lows he experienced during chemotherapy—when he lost his energy, his appetite, and his hair—and his battle to find the will to survive. Poignant, personal, and moving—The test of my life—is about cancer and cricket; but more importantly, it is about the human will to fight adversity and triumph despite all odds.
Download or read book My Life in Cricket written by Fred Titmus and published by Blake Publishing. This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Born on a council estate in London's King's Cross, Fred showed an incredible aptitude both as batsman and bowler from an early age. From these humble beginnings he began his lifelong involvement with the game, first as a player, then coach and finally as an England selector. His incredible rise through the ranks of the cricketing establishment was even more remarkable given his background and the class divisions that once characterised British cricket. His career has been as eventful off the pitch as it has been on. When playing with Ted Dexter, Dexter once insisted he and Fred opened the innings in a Test match, so they could have the afternoon free to go racing at Cheltenham, and, after losing four toes in 1968, Titmus confounded all predictions by returning to first class cricket seven weeks later. Fred Titmus: A Life in Cricket is a remarkable testament to an extraordinary man.
Download or read book My World in Cricket written by Stuart Broad and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-10-11 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stuart Broad was born to be a cricketer. His skills with the ball and bat have made him world famous but what is it like to be the star of the England cricket team? From techniques and tactics to preparing yourself for action, mentally and physically, Stuart divulges what life is like at the top level and how anyone can achieve their full potential. Illustrated with key moments in his career and stories of sporting heroes, setbacks and successes, Stuart Broad's world in cricket is laid bare.
Download or read book Keeping My Head written by Justin Langer and published by Allen & Unwin Australia. This book was released on 2011-06-01 with total page 349 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Justin Langer is not just the greatest Australian runscorer in cricketing history, but someone who writes and talks about the game with great insight. In this autobiography, Langer looks back on the team spirit, changing room antics and onfield triumphs which made up his 105 Test matches as a member of one of the game's greatest teams.
Download or read book Brett Lee My Life written by Brett Lee and published by Random House Australia. This book was released on 2013-03 with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The much anticipated autobiography of one of cricket's greatest fast bowlers. Brett Lee is known throughout the cricketing world as one of the fastest and most exciting pace bowlers to play the game. Intimidating while charming, decent yet ferocious, he is known for his quick-one liners as much as his gutsy bottom-order batting. He has been recorded bowling at speeds of over 160km/h leaving batsmen with only a fraction of a second to react once the ball leaves his hand.
Download or read book Cricket The Game of Life written by Scyld Berry and published by Hachette UK. This book was released on 2015-09-10 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of the Cricket Writers' Club Book of the Year 2016 Shortlisted for the MCC Book of the Year Shortlisted for Cricket Book of the Year at the Sports Book Awards Scyld Berry draws on his experiences as a cricket writer of forty years to produce new insights and unfamiliar historical angles on the game, along with moving reflections on episodes from his own life. The author covers a range of themes including cricket in different areas of the world, and abstract concepts such as language, numbers, ethics and psychology; Scyld Berry relishes the joys cricket provides and is convinced of the positive effect it can have in people's lives. Cricket: The Game of Life is an inspiring book that reminds readers why they love the game and prompts them to look at it in a new way.
Download or read book Bearders written by Bill Frindall and published by Gollancz. This book was released on 2006 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bill Frindall is the longest-serving member of the 'Test Match Special' team, having been its scorer since 1966 and not having missed a home Test match in 40 years. Here, he looks at some of the funniest moments that have occurred in the commentary box and assesses the great characters that he has worked with during that time.
Download or read book Lillee written by Dennis Lillee and published by Steve Parish. This book was released on 1982 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Andrew Strauss Coming into Play My Life in Test Cricket written by Andrew Strauss and published by Hodder & Stoughton. This book was released on 2012-03-01 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On May 21, 2004, playing against New Zealand, Andrew Strauss wrote his name into the record books when he became only the fourth batsman to score a century at Lord's on his Test debut. He made 112 in the first innings and was only denied a historical second hundred when he was run out on 83 by Nasser Hussain. England went on to beat New Zealand 3-0 before returning to headquarters to welcome the West Indies, Strauss scoring 137 as the hosts laid the foundations for another whitewash. He then raised the bar again when touring the country of his birth, making three centuries in England's first win in South Africa in 40 years. This sensational start to his international career has ensured that he has been celebrated as a world-class opening batsman, and was voted Wisden's Cricketer of the Year 2005. In THE STORY SO FAR, Andrew Strauss looks back on his early cricketing days and astounding first year in Test cricket, and gives the inside story on what it is like to be part of an incredible England side fighting to overtake Australia as the number one cricketing nation. THE STORY SO FAR also includes his personal story of how England beat Australia in the 2005 Ashes Series, in which he played a major part.
Download or read book How Cricket Saved My Life written by Ian Martin and published by Austin Macauley Publishers. This book was released on 2022-05-31 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An honest, often sad but humorous account of life inside a body that no longer does as it is told! Ian Martin was a sports-loving youngster. When he realised he was more enthusiastic than talented enough to make a career out of playing sport he left home and joined the Royal Navy. This book tells the story of his experiences at sea onboard HMS Ark Royal, his service during the first Gulf War on HMS London and his subsequent medical discharge after being diagnosed with a neuro-muscular condition. Ian talks about the impact of the diagnosis, his deterioration and mental health battles and how cricket helped him transition into a wheelchair and to him finding himself, and a new career. It’s a tale of rejection, dreams, discovery, determination, resilience and, ultimately, success via the floors of many hotel bathrooms and scrapes with airport security.
Download or read book Pitchside My Life in Indian Cricket written by Amrit Mathur and published by Westland Sport. This book was released on with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ‘AMRIT MATHUR IS A REAL ALL-ROUNDER AS AN ADMINISTRATOR. HE BRINGS THAT FLAIR TO HIS WRITING ABOUT HIS EXPERIENCES IN THIS MUST-READ BOOK.’ — SUNIL GAVASKAR In 1992, when BCCI President Madhavrao Scindia handpicked Amrit Mathur as manager of the Indian team on the historic tour of South Africa, he became one of the youngest to hold that position. In the three decades that followed, Mathur transformed into a seasoned cricket administrator working closely with BCCI presidents and state cricket associations. He was involved with shaping the initial plans for the IPL and held a key position with the Delhi Daredevils. On the many tours and cricket seasons in India and abroad, Mathur kept a diary and detailed notes on the day’s play, as well as of conversations and events off the pitch. He builds on these to show us what happened behind the scenes, allowing us to experience the excitement of play on the ground, as well as dressing-room conversations, team meetings and discussions. An intimate, insightful, authentic account of some of Indian cricket’s most memorable moments, Pitchside is replete with compelling storytelling and delightful trivia. It evokes nostalgia and laughter, and curiosity about all that has been and all that may be.
Download or read book ANCESTRAL ECHO My Life s Autobiography written by Dr Pradeep and published by Blue Rose Publishers. This book was released on 2023-11-11 with total page 528 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ancestral Echo: My Life's Autobiography" by Dr. Pradeep, is a captivating autobiography that traces the author's family lineage back to Maharshi Harsh Datta Sharma in the 13th century, chronicling the family's enduring legacy through the rise and fall of dynasties, the emergence of luminaries, and their experiences in the modern era. The narrative seamlessly transitions to the author's own life, demonstrating the profound connection between their personal journey and the collective family saga. Ultimately, the book serves as a testament to the importance of preserving ancestral knowledge, bridging the past and the present, and inspiring readers to explore their own family histories, echoing the timeless power of heritage in shaping our identities and futures.)
Download or read book Love Before Cricket A story of Love Friendship and Cricket A Heartwarming Sports Romance written by Sanjay Mittal and published by Sristhi Publishers & Distributors. This book was released on 2024-11-06 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dhruv and Seema loved each other. That should have been the end of the story, right? Except it wasn’t. Meet Dhruv, the ex-cricketer turned coder. It’s been years since he broke up with Seema. He’s moved on. Life is good. He’s even changed cities. And then he sees her. On the TV. Cheering for her favourite team like she always did. The same smile that doomed him years ago. And he falls again. Meet Seema. The one who never truly gave up what she loved. Be it the man or the sport. So years later when the guy who broke her heart reaches out again, what will she do? Forgive him or make him suffer? Love Before Cricket follows the journey of three tech-savvy friends who call themselves the three Adventurers. Amid the high-pressure demands of their jobs, they embark on an exciting quest that is about more than just escaping their routines. A delightful blend of romance, friendship, and personal growth, this is a heartwarming tale of love, the bonds that keep us going, and the adventures that make life exciting. Whether you’re a romantic at heart or just love a good story, this journey will stay with you long after the final page.
Download or read book Cricket Till I Die written by Upneet Grover and published by Pustak Mahal. This book was released on 2011 with total page 137 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vineet was an average engineer at an IT firm. His office sucked the life out of him making him hate every moment he spent there. Cricket was his passion, a passion which he never had the guts to pursue until fate bestowed upon him an opportunity which would change his life forever. Shrugging off a sparkling career as a management consultant that lay ahead, this rubber ball stroking bloke embarks upon the most mercurial excursion to fulfil his dream of donning the navy blue jersey that reads INDIA. The expedition which is riddled with the most crushing lows and mind numbing highs proves to be the ultimate test of his fortitude and makes him even more resolute. How much more can he sacrifice to get there? And most importantly, will he get there?
Download or read book The story of my life Mithali Ajay Tendulkar written by Anusri Sriram and published by Sankalp Publication. This book was released on with total page 37 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: : I am bharat natyam dancer. After meeting noori I want to be cricket. The road to success is because of noori 's piece of advise
Download or read book University Cricket and Emerging Adulthood written by Harry C. R. Bowles and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-04-10 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a detailed ethnographic account of the lives and experiences of a group of male, university-based academy cricketers transitioning into (and away from) professional sport. Set in one of the six university centres of cricket excellence established by the England and Wales Cricket Board in 2000 as a pathway into professional cricket, the study examines the nature of the university cricket experience in relation to a process of occupational identity-exploration and development. Through a series of empirical insights, the author illustrates the tension between aspiration and reality players encountered in deciding whether cricket, as an occupation and future identity-commitment, was right for them. In so doing, the book reveals the questions of identity generated by players’ interactions with their cricketing environment relating to their lives as student-cricketers and as young people. University Cricket and Emerging Adulthood will be of interest to students and scholars across a range of disciplines, including sociology, psychology, sport coaching, sport policy and leisure studies.
Download or read book The Cricket s Serenade written by Carolita Blythe and published by Carolita Blythe. This book was released on 2006 with total page 197 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Souci Alexander, a poor young woman from the mountainous interior of Jamaica, agrees to a platonic marriage to Lewis Montrose, a politician who needs her to further his career and his chances at winning the election. Souci initially enjoys her new luxurious lifestyle, but her feelings change from exhilaration to anxiety when just as she develops real feelings for her husband, she discovers his dark and violent past--one he never intended to be revealed.
