John Arlott was an English journalist and author. He was best known for his commentaries on cricket matches for BBC Radio, which earned him the nickname "the voice of cricket". He was also a noted wine connoisseur and poet, and wrote several books on cricket and poetry.
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— John Arlott
What can you learn from John Arlott (Life Lessons)
- John Arlott's work demonstrates the power of words to capture the beauty of the game of cricket and to bring people together.
- His commentary was known for its eloquence and insight, and he was an advocate for the game, helping to make it more accessible to a wider audience.
- He taught us that sports can be a vehicle for social change, and that words can be used to create a powerful and meaningful connection between people.
The most satisfaction John Arlott quotes that will inspire your inner self
Following is a list of the best John Arlott quotes, including various John Arlott inspirational quotes, and other famous sayings by John Arlott.
Cricket is a most precarious profession;
it is called a team game but, in fact, no one is so lonely as a batsman facing a bowler supported by ten fieldsmen and observed by two umpires to ensure that his error does not go unpunished.
The batsman's technique was like an old lady poking her umbrella at a wasp's nest.
Umpire Harold Bird, having a wonderful time, signalling everything in the world, including stopping traffic coming on from behind.
A stroke of a man knocking a thistle top with a walking stick
Bill Frindall has done a bit of mental arithmetic with a calculator
Fred Trueman the man has often been tactless, haphazard, crude, a creature of impulse.
The umpire signals a bye with the air of a weary stalk
Wine is a successful effort to translate the perishable into the permanent.
Poetic quotes by John Arlott
We take life too lightly and sport too seriously.
Ray Illingworth is relieving himself in front of the pavilion.
It is rather suitable for umpires to dress like dentists, since one of their tasks is to draw stumps.