The reverse of Rodney Boyd’s last team sees long form cricketers who wore the baggy green but missed out on ODI opportunities.
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.
Almanac Cricket – Sheffield Shield Round 2: Are we any the wiser?
October 24, 2019 by 5 Comments
Round 2 of the Sheffield Shield season did little to clarify Australia’s First Test team. Based on results so far, Ian Hauser takes a stab at a possible line-up for the Gabba next month.
Almanac Cricket – A comeback for the Sheffield Shield?
October 16, 2019 by 7 Comments
What did we learn from the first Round of the Marsh Sheffield Shield competition last weekend? Ian Hauser found that it left him with more questions than answers.
The Ashes 2019 – Fourth Test Days 1 & 2: Steve and his little mate Marnus
September 6, 2019 by 2 Comments
Steve Smith leads the way for Australia as they take command on the first two days of the Fourth Test at Old Trafford in Manchester as Sean Mortell reports.
Finals Week 1 – Sal’s Preview: Spring is in the Air!
September 5, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Sal’s team didn’t make the cut for the Finals, so he’s a little less than enthused. Nevertheless, he runs his eye over the Week 1 clashes to come up with his predicted winners.
The Ashes 2019 – Third Test Day 1: Archer blitzes through, unlikely heroes hold firm
August 23, 2019 by 2 Comments
Sean Mortell reports on Australia’s disappointing effort with the bat against some excellent fast bowling on Day 1 of the Third Test at Headingley.
Almanac Cricket Competition: Name your First Test team for The Ashes
July 30, 2019 by 15 Comments
We’ve had the ‘name the Ashes squad competition’, now we’ve got the ‘name the First Test team’ competition. Roger Lowrey puts it out there to Almanackers to have a go. But be sure to read the fine print – it could make all the difference!
Almanac Cricket – Why Moises Henriques may be an Ashes smokey
March 14, 2019 by 7 Comments
Moises Henriques for the 2019 Ashes Squad? Dan thinks he’s a chance, what do you think?
Australia v Sri Lanka, Second Test – Day 2: A smorgasbord!
February 2, 2019 by 3 Comments
Citrus Bob is treated to a smorgasbord of brilliant food, and a smorgasbord of runs by the Aussies as he reports on all the action of day 2 at Manuka.
Australia v Sri Lanka, First Test – Day 1: Australia in another league
January 25, 2019 by 5 Comments
Citrus Bob watching the Test in comfort at home with the weather temperature outside a mild 46 degrees is glad he took this option. From what he has seen in the first day’s play the “ordinary” Australian team is miles ahead of their opposition as he reports.
Australia v India – Sydney, Day 5: School’s out for the Aussies!
January 7, 2019 by 10 Comments
Citrus Bob reports from a washed out day 5 at the SCG, and in his inimitable schoolmasterly manner appraises the form of the Australian team.
Australia v India – Sydney, Day 2: The day the sky fell in
January 4, 2019 by 4 Comments
Fellow cricket lovers, you may say god save Virat Kohli but nothing will save Australia. Citrus Bob reports on a disappointing performance from Australia as India takes a stranglehold on day 2 of the Sydney Test.
Australia v India – MCG, Day 4: “The drums of India are beating…..”
December 29, 2018 by 2 Comments
The drums of India were beating early this morning as their team zeroed in for victory but a sensational performance from Pat Cummins has muffled their beat, at least for the time being. Citrus Bob reports on day 4 at the ‘G.
Australia v India – MCG, Day 3: “Who said Test cricket is dead?”
December 28, 2018 by 3 Comments
“Who said Test Cricket is dead?” Citrus Bob reports on an enthralling Day 3 at the MCG as Pat Cummins leads a magnificent fightback by the Aussies.
Australia v India – MCG, Day 2: “It was bound to happen!”
December 27, 2018 by 3 Comments
It was bound to happen reports Citrus Bob. The outcry from the general public and cricket personalities today about the state of the wicket at the G would match anything The Donald has to say in a State of the Union speech. Citrus reports from day 2 at the MCG.
Australia v India – Perth Test, Day1: A nose in front?
December 14, 2018 by 6 Comments
Citrus Bob reports from Perth on Day 1 of the Second Test between Australia and India.
Australia v India – Adelaide, Day 1: A genuine struggle
December 6, 2018 by 5 Comments
Although it was a long road from Mildura at 4am this morning for Citrus Bob, the excitement of the Test series against India made the trip a treat. He presents his report of the first day’s play.
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