The Insider - The Corridor of Pain
By Paul Ford - Republish from Outright 61 (Autumn 2026)

It's not something cricketers talk about often, but it's certainly something they appreciate when the ball strikes in the wrong place! š¬
From cricket's earliest attempts at protection to modern innovations, Paul Ford, co-founder of the Beige Brigade and part of The Alternative Commentary Collective, takes a humorous look at the history and evolution of the humble cricket box.




