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John Snow
Tue, February 09 2016
Ashes 1970-71: John Snow fells Terry Jenner; England almost forfeit Test
John Snow's nasty bouncer hit Terry Jenner on the head before being manhandled by a spectator.
Sun, June 30 2013
Mike Smith: One of the most popular and respected captains of England
MJK Smith, born June 30, 1933, was one of the most popular captains of England. Arunabha Sengupta remembers the career of the man who led in exactly half the number of Tests he played, and was the last captain to win a series against South Africa for over 32 years.
Thu, April 14 2016
Dickie Bird: The superstar among umpires
Dickie Bird was an institution within cricket, universally loved and respected, and instantly recognisable.
Tue, September 15 2015
John Snow: The cricket rebel and fast bowling poet
Few batsmen ever managed to play him comfortably, but John Snow had plenty of trouble dealing with his own captains and management. However, despite his rebellious nature and the menace he carried, he also wrote poetry and could be philosophical. Arunabha Sengupta pays homage to the unusual fast bowler on his 71st birthday.
Fri, August 08 2014
10 big names dropped by England
Kevin Pietersen’s axing came against the run of play, just after the mercurial batsman had scored a thrilling 149 in the Leeds Test match. However, Arunabha Sengupta looks at various instances to find that English selectors have been known to make such bold decisions – some of which have turned out to be wise and some that have backfired.
Wed, April 23 2014
The pacemen – men with license to cause legalised mayhem
Genuine quick bowlers are nothing but men who cause legalized mayhem.