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The Cricket World Cup: A Preview, Part 1

Posted on January 29, 2015 by rightoffthebatbook

Every four years, the world’s top cricket teams gather to play a series of one-day internationals (ODIs)—the 50-over form of the game—to determine who is the best. It’s the nearest thing that cricket gets to a competition that the entire … Continue reading →

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Do Your Homework

Posted on March 15, 2013 by rightoffthebatbook

The longest and most deeply held rivalry in the history of cricket is that between England and Australia—a contest known as “The Ashes.” Since 1877, these teams have been duking it out: barring two world wars, when the countries were … Continue reading →

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Explaining Cricket Stats: Part Three

Posted on January 5, 2012 by rightoffthebatbook

We’re half way through our odyssey of describing the ins and outs of (some) cricket statistics, especially as they pertain to the one-day game. You are strongly advised to read parts One and Two before going any further, otherwise you will … Continue reading →

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Explaining Cricket Stats: Part Two

Posted on January 5, 2012 by rightoffthebatbook

As we noted in Explaining Cricket Stats: Part One, you can easily get lost in the thicket of statistics in either sport. (“You is feeling like you was lost in the bush, boy?” as James Joyce tries to calm his … Continue reading →

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Explaining Cricket Stats: Part One

Posted on January 5, 2012 by rightoffthebatbook

As we note in Right Off the Bat, cricket buffs and baseball fans share a love of statistics, and both games are replete in a range of stats. As we also note in the book, the fans of either sport … Continue reading →

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