Willow the king : $b The story of a cricket match

"Willow the King: The Story of a Cricket Match" by J. C. Snaith is a novel about the intense cricket match between Little Clumpton and Hickory. It shows the excitement and competition of amateur cricket through characters like the calm Captain and a main character who struggles with pressure. The story begins the night before the big game with the team nervously talking in a billiard room, sharing worries and dreams for the match against the tough Hickory team, including the Trentham family. The protagonist is especially stressed, needing to play well and dealing with his lucky cricket cap superstitions. The book balances humor and tension, hinting at the challenges ahead for the team and how the main character will grow during this important day.