5 of the best punchlines in cricket commentary history

#3 ‘What a little beauty’ - Tony Greig

Tony Greig was probably one of the most loved cricket commentators ever and his ability to engage the viewer, even during mundane passages of play made him a standout exponent of the art of commentary.

Greig worked for a slew of broadcasters over the course of his commentary career that lasted several decades and one of the hallmarks of his commentary was his ability to really go nuts during periods of excitement.

A six, a wicket or a great piece of fielding; they all got the Greig treatment and among his many pet phrases, ‘what a little beauty’ stands out. It might have been about a fielder after he had taken a blinder or a bowler who had taken a particularly vital wicket. In fact, any remarkable show of talent on the field and Tony went to his stock phrase. However, his inimitable style meant that people never got bored with it. It is without a doubt one of the best punchlines in cricket commentary.