What is known as ‘bodyline’?

What is known as ‘bodyline’?

Bodyline was the notorious type of bowling which was used by England bowlers against Australia during the 1932-33 series. During the 1920’s Australian batsmen were dominating world cricket. Ponsford and especially Bradman, were pilling up batting records. To curb this run spree, D.R Jardine, the English captain decided to implement what he called “leg theory”. England bowlers especially Larwood and Voce bowled fast deliveries on the leg stump with a semi circle of close fielders on the leg side. Some of the Australian batsmen, including the captain, were injured. Woodful, the Australian captain came out with a comment that there were two sides playing and one was not playing cricket. The atmosphere was getting bitter. England won the series 4-1. Disputes and discussions continued well after the series. ‘Bodyline Series’ is considered a notorious chapter in the ‘Bradman era’