‘The marathon career of the enigmatic “Bouncer” McCormick…’ by KB Hill

January 27, 2022 by Leave a Comment

The title says it all as KB Hill recounts the adventures of Wangaratta cricketer Barry ‘Bouncer’ McCormick.

Almanac Sport: Two of the best – at putting on a show

January 21, 2022 by 2 Comments

THEY’RE not necessarily winners but they’re not to be missed when they go into action, writes RON REED.

The Ashes 2021/22 – The death of English Test Match cricket?

January 19, 2022 by 4 Comments

Waiting for his flight back home from Hobart, Citrus Bob Utber decided to put his thoughts to paper about the state of English Test cricket.

The Ashes 2021/22 – Fifth Test, Hobart Day 3: England humiliated again

January 17, 2022 by 17 Comments

Although the English cricket team gave itself a chance of victory at Blundstone Arena, their capitulation was poor, writes Citrus Bob Utber.

Almanac (Local) Cricket: Pomborneit Cricket Club 2021/22 Season- November & December Review

January 16, 2022 by 6 Comments

Catch up with all the latest happenings at the Pomborneit Cricket Club with their November/December newsletter
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The Ashes 2021/22 – Fifth Test, Hobart Day 2: A day for wickets

January 15, 2022 by 9 Comments

Wickets tumble on Day 2 of the Fifth Ashes Test as England fight back to remain in the match late in the day reports Citrus Bob Utber from Hobart.

The Ashes 2021/22 – Fifth Test, Hobart Day 1: A great day of cricket at Blundstone Arena

January 15, 2022 by 4 Comments

Young Hugo Birrell reports on the first day’s play from the historic Fifth Ashes Test at Blundstone Arena in Hobart.

The Ashes 2021/22 – Fifth Test, Hobart Day 1: The big test before the big test at Blundstone Arena

January 15, 2022 by 6 Comments

After a shaky start by the Aussies, Travis Head and Cameron Green steer the team into a commanding position at the end of Day1 reports Citrus Bob Utber from the historic Hobart Ashes Test.

Almanac Sport: Oz Sport’s King and Queen do it with style

January 14, 2022 by 2 Comments

Australia’s international sporting reputation is in two very safe pairs of hands, writes RON REED

Almanac Cricket History: Ashley Mallett

January 14, 2022 by 25 Comments

John Harms reflects on the cricketing (and writing) career of a classic off-spin bowler. Vale A.A. Mallett.

Almanac Cricket: ‘Why does he need a runner?’

January 13, 2022 by 6 Comments

Cricket Umpire John Gascoigne relates the story of courage and resilience of Karthik Balachandar who overcame horrific injuries to continue his cricketing career.

Almanac (Backyard) Cricket: When I was G.S. Chappell and brother Joe was Geoff Dymock (updated with pics)

January 10, 2022 by 4 Comments

Dan Hoban grew up in Wallan and learnt to love cricket during the time of Greg Chappell. We’ve added some original photos to his piece.

The Ashes 2021/22 – Fourth Test, Sydney Day 5: An exciting draw as England survive

January 9, 2022 by 3 Comments

England displayed great fighting spirit on the last day to hold out for a draw in the Fourth Test match in Sydney.  Australia always looked to be in the winning position but fighting innings from Crawley, Stokes and Bairstow denied them the win. Citrus Bob Utber reports on the final day’s play.

The Ashes 2021/22 – Fourth Test, Sydney Day 4: Khawaja’s majestic second century

January 8, 2022 by 4 Comments

Another good day of Test cricket with Australia firmly in the box seat. Khawaja – magnificent, and Green – what we have been waiting for. Citrus Bob Utber reports on Day 4 of play at the Pink Test.

The Ashes 2021/22 – Fourth Test, Sydney Day 3: England fightback hard

January 7, 2022 by 4 Comments

Citrus Bob Utber reports on Day 3 of The Pink Test where it was a glorious day’s play for the cricket fan. First Australia throttling England to have them 4/36, and then a great fight back from century maker Jonnie Bairstow ably assisted by an injured Ben Stokes and a swashbuckling Mark Wood. 

The Ashes 2021/22 – Fourth Test, Sydney Day 2: Khawaja leads the way

January 6, 2022 by Leave a Comment

A magnificent century for Lazarus Khawaja saw Australia make 8/416 with England withstanding late overs from Australia. Khawaja’s 9th Test century sheet anchored the Australian innings with most of the batters scoring runs reports Citrus Bob Utber on Day 2 of the Pink Test in Sydney.

The Ashes 2021/22 – Fourth Test, Sydney Day 1: Even battle in the rain

January 5, 2022 by Leave a Comment

Citrus Bob Utber reports from Day 1 of The Pink Test at the SCG where rain played a big part in the day’s play. At the end of the on and off day both teams could say they have had a fair day on the park.

Almanac Cricket: Marnus and the Nightwatchman

January 3, 2022 by 6 Comments

Some Marnus musings from Peter Crossing; he draws on science fiction and ‘mystic’ movements to help explain this talented cricketer.

Almanac Cricket History: Revisiting Tony Wright’s piece on Johnny Mullagh (from The Age) and other resources

January 2, 2022 by Leave a Comment

John Harms suggests some articles and books which deal with the Indigenous team which toured England in 1868.

Almanac Poetry: ‘Cricket at Worcester: 1938’ – John Arlott

January 1, 2022 by

Following on from Citrus Bob’s story about his favourite Test arenas the Footy Almanac reprises one of the great poems about cricket by John Arlott reflecting the idyllic nature of the game.