BBC Scotland? No. BBC Persia

Scottish cricket isn’t as feverishly followed as Scottish football – understandably so, perhaps, given Scotland’s listless performances in the World Cup Qualifiers – but of all the media groups, you’d think BBC Scotland might be interested in covering them. That’ll be a no, then. BBC Persia, however, are keen, whose cameraman has been following Afghanistan’s progress throughout the tournament. Having spent the morning in the sun under a black floppy hat, sweating profusely, BBC Persia’s lensman eagerly looked forward to a slap-up lunch. Unfortunately, he was pointed to the wrong place; by the time he found the press box, your loyal reporter and his colleagues had devoured most of the (exceptional) chicken, rice, salad, fish and ice cream much to his f-bombing chagrin.