Around the world in 80 pints: my cricket journey

Review: 'He has joined the likes of John Arlott, Brian Johnston and Henry Blofeld as one of the inimitable (and mimicable) commentators on the summer game. The book has plenty of anecdotes involving the greats of the game - Fred Trueman, Wes Hall and, inevitably, Geoffrey Boycott. Around The World In 80 Pints is discursive, convivial, seasoned with tall stories and chock-full of wisdom dispensed without rancour or hubris - a bit like spending an evening in a pub with Bumble himself. Perfect for dipping into during those pesky rain interruptions between play. (Michael Simkins Daily Mail) 'A memoir focusing on his favourite cricket places. packed with his characteristic humour and strong views, which in the Sky commentary box are delivered in his distinctive broad Lancastrian tones.' (The Times) 'The irrepressible David 'Bumble' Lloyd looks back at some of his favourite cricketing places, sharing in the process 50 years of memories, from early days in post-war Accrington to travelling the world as a player, coach and pundit.' (Choice magazine) 'A whole catalogue of chuckle-raising asides. Lloyd lets us have it all. Lloyd is perhaps at his best recalling past escapades of his playing days but is equally forthright on the direction of the modern game. He doesn't hold back on the effect 20-over cricket is having on the county and Test brands, the crowded Test fixture list, lopsided county fixtures plus the commercial side of the sport.' (Sports Journalists' Association) About the Author David 'Bumble' Lloyd was born in 1947 and played cricket for Lancashire and England between 1965 and 1985, winning nine Test caps, later going on to coach England in the 1990s. But it was as a hugely popular commentator and pundit that he achieved greatest acclaim, with his most recent book Last in the Tin Bath becoming a big Sunday Times bestseller.