- Hardcover: 160 pages
- Publisher: Facts, Figures and Fun, an imprint of AAPPL Artists' and Photographers' Press Ltd (2 Nov 2006)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1904332641
- ISBN-13: 978-1904332640
- Product Dimensions: 18.6 x 11.8 x 2.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 120,783 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Sledging is the art of verbally intimidating a batsman so that he loses his concentration and gets himself out. It is also known as the art of initiating mental disintegration. The fielding side may use a variety of tactics to do this, including: the witty welcome, where the fielders try to upset the incoming batsman immediately; the chirp, where a fielder, usually the wicketkeeper, tries to engage the batsman in a battle of wits to divert his attention from the game; the behind the back shout, where any one of the fielders may loudly suggest a new tactic to remove the batsman; the unexpected question, which may be so shocking and have nothing at all to do with cricket that the batsman loses concentration; the observation, which usually relates to the batsman's technique; the aggressive rant, where the bowler deliberately appears to get wound up; the sarcastic dig, where the bowler taunts the batsman; and the send off, where, having got out, the batsman is sent on his way with a volley of abuse ringing in his ears. The word itself appears to derive from the observation that New South Wales cricketer Grahame Corling was as subtle as a sledgehammer having offended his host at a party. This book tells you all about it!
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21 of 25 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is a cracking good read. I thought I knew most of the famous sledges but there are so many more in here. With England locking horns with Australia at the moment it's the perfect time to give those dastardly Aussies some verbal! Would be a great Christmas gift for any fan of the game, and those who just like general abuse!
10 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
The recent Test series between England and India has really
highlighted sledging's impact on the game. Some of the England players
reportedly ribbed one of the Indians over his weight (and his team's
propensity to get extra shine on the ball using the old jellybean-infused-saliva trick!) and the series became all the more interesting as a result.
Then you have the crowd throwing the sweets onto the outfield to stir
the pot, so even the fans get a go! This book serves a timely reminder that it's never just about the cricket. Enjoy the best sledges and their counters from the game's history, but do watch out for the occasional four letter word - it can get a bit fruity! Richly entertaining.
highlighted sledging's impact on the game. Some of the England players
reportedly ribbed one of the Indians over his weight (and his team's
propensity to get extra shine on the ball using the old jellybean-infused-saliva trick!) and the series became all the more interesting as a result.
Then you have the crowd throwing the sweets onto the outfield to stir
the pot, so even the fans get a go! This book serves a timely reminder that it's never just about the cricket. Enjoy the best sledges and their counters from the game's history, but do watch out for the occasional four letter word - it can get a bit fruity! Richly entertaining.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Best of the Sledging books
There has been a rash of sledging books over the past few years. Obviously there is a certain amount of common content as many of the sledges are classics. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Cm Dfms Brown
Ten out of ten!
This is the perfect pressie for all you cricket bonkers fans. England have just thrashed India and are number one in the world so there's no better time to give everyone else some... Read more
Published 9 months ago by T. Jenkins
Bring on a summer of sledging!
The subtle art of initiating mental disintegration has taken a backseat since the Ashes tour last winter but it's now time to revive the practice to see off the Sri Lankans and... Read more
Published 11 months ago by AOB
A Great Read
I bought this book during the Ashes when we were all gripped by 'Cricket Fever' and I certainly have not tired of it. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Johnnydarts
Pretty ordinary
I bought this book with a lot of excitement. It proved to be an ordinary book whcih could never make me laugh as most of the sledges are well known to cricket fans. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Vishnu
The funny side of Cricket
If you don't know what sledging is, it's the sarcastic and often funny comments that cricketers use to try to put off the opposing players. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Simon Hatfield
And you thought you'd heard them all!
Absolutely rib-tickling - you won't want to put this little beauty down!
Should be made compulsory reading for just about everyone that knows anything about cricket.
Should be made compulsory reading for just about everyone that knows anything about cricket.
Published on 22 Feb 2010 by Peter Wanyonyi
Awful
A stunningly awful book written by a man with no feel for the game. There is nothing between the covers that you haven't heard/read before. Save your money.
Published on 13 Dec 2009 by Mr. Ar Airey
Cricket lovers
I bought it as a present to a cricket lover and it was very appreciated.
Published on 28 April 2009 by BB
Extremely Funny!
This book is packed with hilarious quotes from the middle and features some of the greatest names in the game. If you think you know all the best sledges, then think again. Read more
Published on 21 Dec 2007 by Ed Sampson
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