Quote Originally Posted by KukriKhan View Post
Heh. Tried out the sport when I first arrived here ('88). Got the hang of the technique, but quickly discovered I didn't have the natural talent other guys did for maintaining balance and orientation on a constantly shifting 'surface'. A strong swimmer, I nevertheless don't read waves well enough to excel.
Why would you need to be a good swimmer to play cricket? Admittedly, the surface does shift a bit, especially in very dry summers, and balance is always useful, but the only orientation you need is to face the ball at all times. Also, fibreglassing the board (or bat as we call it) is only legal if one is repairing it, or holding it together - using a fibreglass veneer to add additional oomph is illegal.

Also, be careful when facing fast bowlers, so you don't get wiped out or raked over by snappers. Although if you last long enough, you might get a touch of the noodles.