Citrus Bob dodges the emus and kangaroos as he drives from Mildura to Adelaide to take up his seat for the Second Test. He enjoys a day of classic footwork from two comfortable batsmen. But is it much of a contest?
Australia v Pakistan – Second Test, Day 1
November 30, 2019 by 1 Comment
Aussies off to a flyer in Adelaide but the question is, according to Phil Hill, who will be the first Pakistani to score a century? Bowling wise that is!
Almanac Flashback – #putoutyourbats
November 29, 2019 by 1 Comment
Edward P Olsen reprises his thoughts about the tragedy of Phillip Hughes on the fifth anniversary of his death.
Almanac Cricket – On My Way to Adelaide
November 29, 2019 by 5 Comments
The Adelaide Test Match has always had a special place in Phil Hill’s heart since his uni days as he explains.
Almanac Cricket – Australia v Pakistan: Second Test – The Adelaide Blog
November 29, 2019 by 9 Comments
Australia are on a roll, whist Pakistan try to pick up the pieces. Will the pink ball make a difference in Adelaide? Feel free to join the discussion as the Second Test begins.
‘Asho’s still ploughing out the runs……’ by KB Hill
November 29, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Wayne Ashton was a run-scoring machine even as a young bloke and, over the years, amassed both runs and premierships in country Victoria. KB Hill tells the tale.
Almanac Cricket History – Australia v Pakistan at the Adelaide Oval
November 28, 2019 by 4 Comments
It’s a remarkable 30 years since Australia last played a Test against Pakistan at the Adelaide Oval. Ian Hauser reviews their past clashes at Australia’s most beautiful cricket ground.
Almanac Cricket History – A year of turmoil, capped off in remarkably different ways: the story of Australia v Pakistan in 2009/10
November 28, 2019 by 2 Comments
The 2009/10 Test series between Australia and Pakistan provided challenges and opportunities for both teams. Sean Mortell relives the Melbourne and Sydney Tests of that tour.
Almanac Cricket – (The) Adelaide Oval Test XI: a backhand for (the) Don
November 27, 2019 by 9 Comments
Dave Brown continues his excellent series with the ‘Best Australian XI at Adelaide Oval’, both all-time and then solely against Pakistan. For balance, he also includes Pakistan’s best at the same venue.
Almanac History – November 27 is quite a day in the calendar of sport and music
November 27, 2019 by 4 Comments
The Almanac takes you down Memory Lane to see what happened in the worlds of cricket and rock music on this date. It’s a journey from bright lights to mayhem.
Australia v Pakistan – Second Test: Writer’s call up
November 27, 2019 by 4 Comments
The Second Test of the summer is upon us. Keen to pen a few words about the action? We welcome nominations.
Almanac Cricket – Free Beer and Law 42
November 26, 2019 by 6 Comments
Phil Hill is a cricket umpire who loves the game however there’s one thing that really riles him, and that’s the Laws of Cricket, or at least, some of them. Find out why.
Almanac Cricket – Australia v Pakistan: First Test Day 4 at the ‘Gabba
November 24, 2019 by 8 Comments
Spirited innings from both Babar and Rizwan were not enough for Pakistan as they finally succumb, losing outright to the Aussies on Day 4 at the ‘Gabba as Citrus Bob reports.
Almanac Cricket – Australia v Pakistan: First Test Day 3 at the ‘Gabba
November 23, 2019 by 4 Comments
Hans Solo, Obi-wan-Kenobi, trumpets, and the troopers are all a part of Day 3 at the ‘Gabba as the Aussies plunder the Pakistani bowlers to produce a huge score as Citrus Bob reports.
Almanac Cricket – Australia v Pakistan: First Test Day 2 at the ‘Gabba
November 22, 2019 by 3 Comments
The Aussies are headed for a substantial lead in the First Test as they plunder the Pakistani bowlers at the ‘Gabba on Day 2 reports Citrus Bob.
Almanac Cricket – Australia v Pakistan: First Test Day 1 Review
November 21, 2019 by 9 Comments
Bob Utber reviews the first day of play Australia v Pakistan in the first test at the ‘Gabba after his long trip to Brisbane.
Almanac Cricket – Gabba Test XI: the greatest performance in the greatest match
November 21, 2019 by 6 Comments
Dave Brown kicks off the Test season by selecting his best XIs for both Australia and Pakistan, based on performances at the ‘Gabba.
Almanac Cricket – Australia v Pakistan: First Test – The ‘Gabba Blog
November 21, 2019 by 19 Comments
The 2019/20 Summer of Test cricket gets underway this morning at the ‘Gabba and the Almanac continues its practice of giving you the opportunity to add your comments via our rolling blog as play unfolds.
Series preview – Australia v Pakistan: Summer sneaks upon us
November 20, 2019 by 9 Comments
In a summer where mental health has caused more discussion than the cricket, the First Test is upon us. John Butler looks at what may lie ahead.
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