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Christopher Martin-Jenkins, 'The Times'
"A memoir of his time as Indian coach that is enlightening without
being controversial."
being controversial."
Scyld Berry, 'Sunday Telegraph'
"The world of Indian cricket... has been a closed book until now... Wright
lifts a veil".
lifts a veil".
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book has to be one of the best sports books I have ever read, but it is much more than just a 'sports' book. It's part autobiography, part social history, part political exposé and part sports commentary. It's also not dissimilar to some damn fine war reporting either!
Wright's self-deprecating style and wry humour paint a picture of an exceptionally decent man doing the hardest job in cricket. I knew Indian cricket was passionate but the sheer weight of expectations is simply astounding. The political tentacles of Indian cricket and the patronage system are infuriating to my naive sensibilities, but that's probably nothing compared to Wright's annoyance when trying to make the whole thing meritocratic.
The chronological account of Wright's tenure allows for great inside into the personalities within the Indian dressing room and the phenomenal sacrifices made by some of the players.
The whole book is nicely rounded off by Wright's general tips on coaching.
Wright's self-deprecating style and wry humour paint a picture of an exceptionally decent man doing the hardest job in cricket. I knew Indian cricket was passionate but the sheer weight of expectations is simply astounding. The political tentacles of Indian cricket and the patronage system are infuriating to my naive sensibilities, but that's probably nothing compared to Wright's annoyance when trying to make the whole thing meritocratic.
The chronological account of Wright's tenure allows for great inside into the personalities within the Indian dressing room and the phenomenal sacrifices made by some of the players.
The whole book is nicely rounded off by Wright's general tips on coaching.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
John Wright's account of Indian cricket from up close truly unravels the political tentacles that engulf Indian cricket. The anecdotal descriptions are hilarious and makes you wonder how disorganised a team can be! A brilliant rendition of events charting his initial foray into the quagmire of politics, favouritism, etc, and gives an honest feel for the bond with Ganguly. A great read...
1 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
EXCELLENT BOOK, HIGHLIGHTING THE JOYS AND PITFALLS OF INDIAN CRICKET. A MUST READ FOR ANY CRICKET FAN.
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