Ian Redpath died this morning. Recently, new Almanac member Rob Cameron recalled fond memories of his cricket upbringing on the farm at Wurdi Bolac, the Ashes Series of 1978/79, and his true cricketing hero, Ian Redpath. [Welcome to the Almanac Rob! – ED]
Almanac Cricket: Cricket snicks from fine leg
November 29, 2024 by 5 Comments
Citrus Bob Utber has created some view points from fine leg as food for thought for cricket fans to consider as we head to the Second Test in Adelaide.
Almanac Cricket Memories: That crucial summer – the 1974-75 Ashes Series (Gabba)
November 28, 2024 by 15 Comments
It’s fifty years to the day (Nov 29) since the first day of the First Test of the 1974-75 Ashes series. John Harms remembers it all vividly.
Strange Dismissals
November 26, 2024 by 5 Comments
The cricket has inspired poet Damian Balassone to make a few quirky observations.
Almanac Cricket: India and Australia – Diverging Paths
November 26, 2024 by 12 Comments
Peter Baulderstone suggests Australia’s cricketing demise and India’s dominance in the First Test says a lot about the energy and direction of both countries economically and politically. As ever sport can be seen as an indicator for what we value and where we are headed.
Almanac Cricket: Australia v India – First Test Day 4 Perth: Climax in Perth
November 25, 2024 by 8 Comments
As expected, India has cruised to an easy victory against Australia in the First Test of the series as Citrus Bob Utber reports from Perth.
Almanac Breakfasts: Taverners – 2024 Boxing Day Test Breakfast with Jim Maxwell
November 25, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Taverners Victoria and The Primary Club of Australia invite readers to join their Boxing Day Breakfast featuring ABC Radio’s ‘Voice of Summer’, Jim Maxwell.
Almanac Cricket: Australia v India – First Test Day 3 Perth: A Song of India
November 24, 2024 by 4 Comments
With India 522 runs in the lead and Australia 3/12 at the close of play on Day 3 of the First Test, Australia require a miracle to win the Test. Citrus Bob Utber reports from Perth.
Almanac Cricket: Australia v India 2024/25 – First Test Day 2 Perth
November 23, 2024 by 2 Comments
India are in a commanding position on Day 2 of the First Test Australia v India in Perth. Jaiswal and Rahul with an opening stand of 172 lead the way for India reports Citrus Bob Utber.
Almanac Cricket: Australia v India 2024/25 – First Test Day 1 Perth
November 22, 2024 by 5 Comments
It has been a day for the fast bowlers on Day 1 of the First Test Australia v India with Australia trailing by 87 runs with 3 wickets on hand in the first innings Citrus Bob Utber reports.
Almanac Cricket – The Border-Gavaskar Trophy
November 21, 2024 by Leave a Comment
The 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy series begins tomorrow in Perth. Here’s a brief background to get you in the picture.
Almanac Teams: Test debutants at Perth
November 18, 2024 by 5 Comments
A couple of Test XIs from Rodney Boyd made up of players who first wore the creams at the top level in Perth.
Almanac (Local) Cricket: Pomborneit CC Weekly Wrap
November 15, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Another big week at the Pomborneit Cricket Club with a triple header of games on Sunday at their female festival of cricket day, while the Division 1 men’s team retained the Graham Hillman Memorial Shield on Saturday.
RITV Summer series: Abbreviated ODI at Adelaide Oval
November 14, 2024 by 4 Comments
RITV introduces his Summer Series with memories of his first experience of Test cricket at the Gabba in 1979.
Australian Cricket Society Lunch (Nov 20) with David Hussey
November 10, 2024 by Leave a Comment
The Australian Cricket Society invites you to lunch with David Hussey. November 20. In Caulfield. All welcome.
Almanac (Local) Cricket: Pomborneit CC Weekly Wrap
November 9, 2024 by 1 Comment
Another big week at the Pomborneit CC, highlighted by the club’s Division 2 team hosting the return of sport to the South Purrumbete Recreation Reserve after an absence of 24 years.
Almanac Cricket: Testing Times?
November 8, 2024 by 2 Comments
With the First Test of the Australia v India for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy commencing shortly, the Footy Almanac’s International Cricket Correspondent Citrus Bob Utber bowls up a few thoughts about the makeup of the possible Aussie side.
Almanac (Local) Cricket: Pomborneit CC Weekly Wrap
November 1, 2024 by 1 Comment
The Pombo Bulls’ season is well underway. Here’s a comprehensive wrap of last weekend’s fixtures.
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