Like all forms of beauty, the attraction of sport is in the eye of the beholder, and RON REED has an electic list for the last 12 months – but maybe that’s just him.
The Ashes 2021/22 – Third Test, Melbourne Day 3: Humiliated by Weapon No. 7
December 28, 2021 by 4 Comments
The Test selectors took their time identifying him but Scott Boland’s selection couldn’t have been more rewarding for all concerned, writes RON REED.
The Ashes 2021/22 – Third Test, Melbourne Day 3: Boland bowls them out
December 28, 2021 by 5 Comments
‘Citrus’ Bob Utber has spare time on his hands in Melbourne after the Australians routed the Poms to win both the Third Test and The Ashes early on Day 3 of the Boxing Day Test.
The Ashes 2021/22 – Third Test, Melbourne Day 2: When you have to be grateful for second best
December 27, 2021 by 5 Comments
AN unlikely hero defies a surprise England fightback at the MCG, writes RON REED.
The Ashes 2021/22 – Third Test, Melbourne Day 2: Bowlers give England hope but batting lets Poms down
December 27, 2021 by 9 Comments
The English bowlers put their team back into the 3rd Test only to be let down by their batters once again reports Citrus Bob Utber from the MCG.
Almanac Cricket: The Best XI from before my time
December 27, 2021 by 12 Comments
While there’s no footy to watch, Rodney Boyd has turned his mind to cricket. This effort is similar to his regular series of teams but with a twist: he never saw any of these men play.
Almanac Cricket: Vale Ray Illingworth
December 27, 2021 by 2 Comments
Former England cricket captain Ray Illingworth has passed away at the age of 89. The Footy Almanac pays tribute to a tough, determined player, captain, coach and administrator.
The Ashes 2021/22 – Third Test, Melbourne Day 1: Not traditional, but all the better for Australia
December 26, 2021 by Leave a Comment
It was a commanding day for the Aussie team as the English batters once again failed on Day 1 of the Ashes Boxing Day Test reports Sean Mortell.
The Ashes 2021/22 – Third Test, Melbourne Day 1: Australia continue on their merry way!
December 26, 2021 by 5 Comments
‘Citrus’ Bob Utber reports on Day 1 of the Third Test where Captain Cummins gambled on sending the Poms in, a wise decision on reflection.
Almanac Cricket: Dr Cricket
December 25, 2021 by 31 Comments
With the dust from the footy season barely settled, Glen! turns his attention to cricket, especially cricketers of a medical nature.
Almanac Cricket: Citrus Bob’s favourite cricket grounds
December 23, 2021 by 13 Comments
With a lull between Tests, Citrus Bob Utber puts his mind to selecting his favourite cricket grounds for watching cricket.
Almanac Cricket: The Prodigal Son
December 22, 2021 by 7 Comments
Cricket umpire John Gascoigne is impressed by the cricketing prowess of youngster Harish Salwathura.
The Ashes 2021/22 – Second Test Adelaide, Day 5: Aussies win as Lion’s tail fights hard
December 20, 2021 by 9 Comments
Citrus Bob Utber reports on the final day of play from the Second Ashes Test in Adelaide where Australia recorded a convincing victory over England.
The Ashes 2021/22 – Second Test, Adelaide Day 4: Only time for Aussies to make it 2 – 0
December 20, 2021 by 8 Comments
Australia are in a commanding position at the end of Day 4 to win the Adelaide Test and lead the Ashes series 2 – 0 reports Citrus Bob Utber.
The Ashes 2021/22 – The Second Test, Adelaide Day 3: Australia crash through, England on the ropes
December 19, 2021 by 6 Comments
After some fight from Joe Root and Dawid Malan England crumble in their first innings leaving Australia in the box seat to win the match reports Citrus Bob Utber on Day 3 of the Ashes Test in Adelaide.
The Ashes 2021/22 – Second Test, Adelaide Day 2: It’s becoming embarrassing for England!
December 17, 2021 by 6 Comments
It’s not quite embarrassing for England yet but it’s not far away according to Citrus Bob Utber as he reports on Day 2 of the Ashes Test in Adelaide.
Almanac Cricket: Reaching for the Stars – again
December 17, 2021 by 3 Comments
Some teams just seem destined never to deliver on the big stage and Ron Reed follows two of them.
The Ashes 2021/22 – Second Test, Adelaide Day 1: Australia in control
December 17, 2021 by 5 Comments
“Citrus’ Bob Utber takes us through the first day’s play in the Adelaide day/night Second Test with Australia in control.
‘Oh!…me name is McNamara…’ by KB Hill
December 16, 2021 by 1 Comment
KB Hill recounts the decades-long contribution of the McNamara family to cricket and footy in Victoria’s north-east.
Almanac Cricket: Tim May
December 15, 2021 by 35 Comments
Malcolm ‘Rulebook’ Ashwood got in touch with former Test cricketer Tim May. The self-effacing offie shares his life before, during and after cricket.
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