He played that so late, it was almost posthumous. (John Arlott)
For over fifty years,Test Match Specialhas provided the soundtrack to many cricket fans lives now this book collects its greatest hits.
Here are all the witty sayings, bons mots, doubles entendres, wise words and priceless moments from the whole TMS team past and present, and of course their many and varied celebrity guests. Whether its classic Test moments or hilarious asides from the boundary, youll find the perfect line for every occasion. Collecting over half a century of quips and quotes, and beautifully illustrated throughout,The Wit and Wisdom of Test Match Specialis a cricket fans indispensable guide to bats, bowls, beards and bakes.
Dan Waddell is a journalist, novelist and author. He covered two seasons of county cricket for theDaily Telegraphand his books includeWho Do You Think You Are?andField of Shadows: The Remarkable True Story of the English Cricket Tour of Nazi Germany, 1937. He captains Acton 2nd XI in the Middlesex County League where he tries and fails to pass on sage advice to young players.