The Tour: The Story of the England Cricket Team Overseas 1877-2022 chronicles the triumphs, tragedies and transgressions of teams that have toured the world. With a trip to Pakistan following the New Zealand tour, Wilde wrote in The Tour: “With Pakistan known to offer little in terms of Western-style nightlife, the team made the most of New Zealand”. Former England cricket captain Mike Atherton - seen here relaxing on tour in New Zealand - once found a dead shark on his bed while touring here. Wilde’s book has lifted the lids on plenty of shenanigans and scandals involving England’s national cricket team around the world. The view down to Ōtira Gorge - in the middle of the Southern Alps - where an England cricket tour almost ended in tragedy.

Source: New Zealand Herald June 22, 2024 22:59 UTC