Playing for the Ashes
Lynley seeks the help of profiler Helen Clyde when he investigates the asphyxiation death of superstar cricketer with a dysfunctional personal life.
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"Although many of the Inspector Lynley episodes are -- how can I say this? -- generally sluggish, in this one, writer Kate Wood injected real pathos and genuine moments of humor and chemistry between the detective duo of Lynley and Havers, making it an above-average entry to the series. I hope the BBC feel fit to hire her for future episodes. The real standout in this episode is Neve McIntosh, genuinely moving in the role of Olivia...keep an eye on her performances in the future...."
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During the episode, Inspector Lynley watches clips of a cricket match that purportedly features the murdered Kenneth Waring. However, only the close-up shots in the match are of Waring (when he is batting). The rest of the clippings pertain to the 3rd test of the 1992 series between England and Pakistan played at Old Trafford, Manchester. The brief score displayed matches the score of this game. In fact, one can easily figure out that the bowler bowling is Pakistani speedster Wasim Akram, who (on screen) is referred to with different names.
📖 Synopsis
Lynley seeks the help of profiler Helen Clyde when he investigates the asphyxiation death of superstar cricketer with a dysfunctional personal life.