Invers writes for us from his Tahiti base, with a review of Gabba performances and the possible lineup for Adelaide. He is relying on us to keep Australia’s momentum going, and salvage his reputation. Nominations please.
Adelaide Oval Reimagined
December 2, 2013 by 7 Comments
Michael Sexton reassures the doubters that the sublime essence of Adelaide Oval has been retained. Can he guarantee any bounce from the dubious drop-in pitch?
Cold Night
December 2, 2013 by 4 Comments
Another Kate Birrell gem captures a chill evening on the cricket field in watercolours and words. “Maaarvellous”.
Sledging – Don’t single out cricket
December 1, 2013 by 3 Comments
Matt Watson reckons sledging is a fact of life, and we should suck it up. See if you agree with him, or if you reckon he’s just a …………………………..
Cricket book launch – Gideon Haigh’s Uncertain Corridors
November 30, 2013 by Leave a Comment
In good news for cricket fans, Gideon Haigh has a new book out. You are invited to the launch of ‘Uncertain Corridors’ TONIGHT. (Nov 30)
1988-89 – a love letter
November 29, 2013 by 4 Comments
It’s 25 years since Brutas Mudcake discovered cricket. Curtly Ambrose. Cricket cards. Mervmania. It does not rank as one of the most memorable seasons in cricket history on the surface but to a seven year old, it was magical. But could we possibly beat the Windies?
Six sixes
November 29, 2013 by 29 Comments
Mickey Randall takes a trip down memory lane to revisit some of the biggest tonks of our time. Some on the public stage, some local glories. Mickey is sometimes the victim, never the perpetrator.
Australia back on the path to grateness
November 28, 2013 by 11 Comments
Jeff Dowsing discusses whether victory in the end justifies sometimes distasteful means.
Doing a Reverse Funky- An Off-Spinner’s Lament
November 28, 2013 by 9 Comments
Luke Reynolds shows us that there are still new tricks for old dogs on the cricket field. (We won’t tell Mick about the back.)
Ashes Diary 2013-14, Entry no.1
November 27, 2013 by 7 Comments
Andrew Starkie offers a calm, sensible, thorough analysis of both teams in the first Ashes Test. Despite this we have decided to publish it.
Travails of the striving human: acceptance versus the everlasting refusal to accept
November 26, 2013 by 12 Comments
With the news of Jonathan Trott and the remembrance of Marcus Trescothick similarly leaving a tour of Australia with mental illness, the current headline-grabbing furore over sledging has a particular poignancy. David Wilson considers the conflict of acceptance (in order to maintain mental health) versus the everlasting refusal to accept (in order to succeed).
Watto’s Almanac
November 26, 2013 by 8 Comments
Peter Baulderstone wants to send Watto a ‘special’ copy of the new Almanac book. Harms wants to send him an invoice for $30 + Day One Gabba admission price.
Gabba Test – Day 4: One for the ages
November 26, 2013 by 3 Comments
Australia’s most successful cricketing Watson (Matt) spent Day 4 with his 20 month old son and the 94yo bloke across the road. It put a zip in their step and a glint in the eye.
Love Children
November 26, 2013 by 2 Comments
More glamour pinups from Peter Argent of his current love children – Redback all rounder Kane Richardson and batting prodigy Travis Head.
Did Bradman ever kick a Sherrin?
November 25, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The Holy Boot is on a pilgrimage to The Don’s home turf, and Vin Maskell is inspired to verse.
First Test review: I looked out over the Gabba, and what did I see? (This is what you want, this is what you get)
November 25, 2013 by 8 Comments
Sean Curtain marks the card of the Australian team from the Gabba Test. 3 Distinctions; 3 Credits; 1 Pass (Sidds); 3 Must Try Harders; and 1 Dohhhhhh. Let us know if you agree with Sean’s assessment.
Gabba Test – Day 4: Coffee is For Closers
November 25, 2013 by 3 Comments
Andrew Else waits through rain, karaoke and John Wayne for our Ashes victory. He lets us know why it was worth it.
Gabba Test – Day 3: Bakelite Radio
November 24, 2013 by 17 Comments
Peter Baulderstone offers a magnum opus in praise of Test Cricket on the radio, Michael Clarke, gardening and the Avenging Eagle (though not necessarily in that order).
Gabba Test – Day 3: Australia dominate at the Gabbatoir
November 24, 2013 by 22 Comments
Rulebook gives us a brief rundown of the third day’s play.
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