My Song Shall Be Cricket

The Autobiography of Franklyn Stephenson

Franklyn Bracegirdle

• Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd
• eBook ISBN:
  9781785315879
• Year: 2019

A candid autobiography of a cricket rebel who defied apartheid. Franklyn Stephenson, a West Indian cricket legend, shares his life story, marked by a controversial tour in apartheid South Africa. Branded a 'rebel,' he faced character slurs and bans, yet his talent shone through.

Stephenson, known for his cunning slower ball, recounts his journey to becoming a top all-rounder. Relive encounters with cricket icons like Viv Richards and Sir Garfield Sobers, and discover his lifelong dedication to the sport. From a challenging childhood to Lord's finals, this is an inspiring tale of resilience and triumph.

For fans of sports biographies, cricket history, and stories of overcoming adversity. Discover the untold story of a cricketing giant who dared to challenge the status quo.

Table of contents

• Cover Page
• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Contents
• Foreword by Sir Garfield Sobers
• Introduction
• 1. Village Life
• 2. Life Lessons
• 3. On the Front Foot
• 4. The Greatest
• 5. The Leagues of Lancashire
• 6. Julia Benjamin-Stephenson
• 7. Tasmania
• 8. ‘It Talked’
• 9. That Man Collis
• 10. Whispers
• 11. It is Going to Happen
• 12. ‘Rebel Tour’ Part One
• 13. A Friendly Too Far
• 14. ‘Rebel Tour’ Part Two
• 15. Too Hot to Handle
• 16. Teeing Off
• 17. Joining Notts
• 18. The Double
• 19. Eddie’s Carve
• 20. Old Foes
• 21. Gripped by Malcolm
• 22. Free State, Memorable Games
• 23. Highest Score
• 24. Moving to Sussex
• 25. Stumps are Drawn
• 26. Looking Ahead
• Synopsis
• Franklyn Stephenson – Statistics
• Acknowledgements
• Photo Credits
• Photos