April13

India’s GST crackdown on gambling sites: What cricket bettors and bonus hunters need to know

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If you’re a cricket fan who’s ever had a go at online sports betting, this is for you. India has just taken a major step towards clamping down on online gambling, and whether you’re wagering on your preferred IPL team or considering no-deposit casino promotions for a quick bet, things are about to get tougher. […]

August13

Can Test Matches Get Even Better?

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Guest writer Tony Wadsworth has been pondering some ideas he has formed for Test matches about imposing a maximum number of overs to be received by both sides in their first innings. Here he puts these to the test, before outlining their beneficial implications for the spectating public.

To introduce Tony to those who don’t yet know him, he is a former Essex Young Amateur wicket-keeper and opening batsman who faced up to the likes of John Snow and Richard Jefferson in their respective Young Amateur sides.

Tony then went to Cambridge University, starting his cricket in 1962 when Tony Lewis was Captain and Mike Brearley was Secretary of the team. Tony played in the Freshmen’s Nets and two-day Trial Match, doing so alongside future Test all-rounder Richard Hutton, Ray White later of Gloucestershire and Transvaal, and Anthony Pearson later of Somerset.

Tony’s cricket career includes spells in England, Kenya and Argentina before settling in South Africa. He currently resides in Port Elizabeth and maintains close contact with other “cricket nuts” in that great sporting country.

August03

Slots and Online Entertainment: A Practical Overview

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Online slots have rapidly grown from simple reel machines into a cornerstone of digital entertainment. Players worldwide choose a platform, create an account, and fund their balance with ease. Modern slots offer adjustable bet sizes and varied volatility, making them suitable for both casual users and experienced gamblers. With high-definition graphics, engaging soundtracks, and innovative […]

July29

Author/Publisher Bias, on a spectrum

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In this two-part article, Peter Kettle reviews the various styles of book reviewing that are adopted by those contributing on this site and in a number of other forums. The focus is on how different reviewers respond to factual mistakes and also grammatical and typographical errors.

The purpose is to set the stage for those who use this site to express their personal preference for a particular style, so as to inform future reviewers.

In Part I, styles that show a bias to “reader protection” are outlined; followed in Part II by those showing a bias to “author/publisher protection”, which concludes with a formal classification of different styles and an invitation to readers to participate.

July27

New Innovations in the iGaming Industry: Technologies That Are Transforming the Sector

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The world of online gaming and digital gambling is undergoing a major transformation, powered by emerging technologies that are redefining the player experience. Leading platforms like 1xBet Thailand have embraced these innovations to offer cutting-edge gaming and sports betting experiences tailored specifically to Thai users. Recent data reveals that users aged 25 to 40 are […]

July27

T20 Cricket: Revolutionizing the Gentleman’s Game

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Cricket, one of the most traditional and perhaps most aristocratic sports, has always been a game steeped in tradition and convention.

Yet, as time changed and the audience’s tastes shifted, the game evolved.

In this article, we will discuss the T20 cricket format and its role in popularizing the game and its traditions, from attracting younger audiences to gaining popularity on unconventional cricket platforms.