111 - NELSON

111

In English cricket a score of 111 is known as a "Nelson," in supposed but inaccurate reference to British naval commander Horatio Nelson's loss of an eye, an arm and a leg prior to his death. Three stumps relieved of their bails would look like the number 111 & the tradition of jumping off the ground to avoid bad luck when this score is reached has been carried on in style by umpire David Shepherd.

Courtesy: Encarta

From: Abdul Wasae