Every cricketer knows that in the early stages of a batsman's innings i.e. before he gets his eye in - luck plays an important part.

I do not believe so implicitly, as some cricketers and writers upon cricket do, in watching the bowler's hand.I prefer to watch the ball, and not anticipate events.

I don't like defensive shots-you can only get threes

A cricketer's life is a life of splendid freedom, healthy effort, endless variety, and delightful good fellowship.

I should like to say that good batsman are born, not made; but my long experience comes up before me, and tells me that it is not so.

The great thing in hitting is, not to be half-hearted about it; but when you make up your mind to hit, to do it as if the whole match depended upon that particular stroke.

When you win the toss - bat. If you are in doubt, think about it, then bat. If you have very big doubts, consult a colleague then bat.