This volume serves as a comprehensive biographical and statistical reference for professional cricketers active during the 1989 season. Compiled by Iain Sproat, the book functions as an essential directory for enthusiasts and researchers seeking verified data on players of note. It aggregates career summaries, personal details, and performance metrics to provide a snapshot of the sport's landscape at that time.

This work is regarded as a standard reference tool for cricket historians and fans of the era. Its utility lies in its consistent, data-driven approach to documenting the professional careers of athletes within the sport.