sulates the notion that something is not fair or is in some way underhand. It reflects, supposedly, a uniquely English sense of fair play, an understanding that life should be conducted according to the gentlemanly conventions of the cricket field. Winning is, of course, important, but not at any cost; it is equally important that the spirit of the game be upheld at all times. “As an expression of noble conduct,” writes Brendan Cooper, “ …
