Tony Lock: Aggressive Master of Spin

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• Alan Hill

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• 240 Seiten
• 9 Lesestunden

• Biografien

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Focusing on the life of an aggressive left-arm spinner, this biography explores Tony Lock's cricketing prowess during Surrey's County Championship victories from 1952 to 1958, highlighting his dynamic partnership with Jim Laker. It delves into the controversy surrounding "throwing" in the 1960s, his subsequent move to Australia, and his successful coaching career. Additionally, it addresses the serious allegations he faced later in life, ultimately affirming that Lock's legacy in cricket overshadows these events, portraying him as both a complex individual and a remarkable athlete.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2008
• Einband: Hardcover