Daniel Brettig presents a terrific profile of Australia’s newest Test captain Pat Cummins in an article appearing in today’s ‘Age’.
Australia v New Zealand – Second Test, Day 3: Unbeatable lead set up
December 29, 2019 by 3 Comments
Australia is in a commanding position on Day 3 at the MCG in the Second Test between Australia v New Zealand reports Citrus Bob Utber.
Almanac Cricket – The all-time Australian men’s MCG XI: dodging the snorefest
December 26, 2019 by 4 Comments
It’s one thing to get the runs on the board on a flat deck, quite another when the game is in the balance. Dave Brown looks at the best men’s performances at the MCG over the years
Grand Final – Richmond v GWS: The yellow of poise, the black of power
October 1, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Footy Records, the crowded throng, and soaking up the atmosphere were all a part of Sean Mortell’s Grand Final Day.
Ashes 2019 – Fifth Test Day 1: Deuce; a topsy-turvy day of Test cricket
September 13, 2019 by 8 Comments
Seam Mortell sums up Australia’s day in the field on Day 1 of the 5th Ashes Test at The Oval. Some fine bowling from Mitch Marsh, but some easy chances put down lets the Poms off the hook.
The Ashes 2019 – Fourth Test: Drama, tension, glorious joy
September 10, 2019 by Leave a Comment
A great victory for the Aussies in the 4th Ashes Test at Old Trafford as reports Sean Mortell.
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.
Ashes 2019 – Third Test Days 2 and 3: Aussies fire ahead, but England give themselves a wild shot at it
August 25, 2019 by 1 Comment
England give themselves a chance in the Third Test at Headingley as they fight their way back into the match on day 3 reports Sean Mortell.
The Ashes 2019 – Second Test, Lord’s: Life (and Death)
August 20, 2019 by 17 Comments
Jofra Archer’s vicious bouncer that struck Steve Smith has produced a great deal of comment. Bernard Whimpress presents his thoughts about the act that has livened up the Ashes Series.
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?
Almanac Cricket – Lillee v Cummins: the competition no one needs to have
March 1, 2019 by 7 Comments
Dave Brown crunches the numbers on a question there’s no need to ask but gets asked anyway
Australia v Sri Lanka, Second Test – Day 4: Going through the motions!
February 4, 2019 by 5 Comments
Manuka continues to surprise Citrus Bob, its food and eating places please, but will day 4 of the cricket offer any surprises? Unfortunately not as Citrus reports on the demise of the sub-standard Sri Lanka team.
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 4: A Waste!
January 6, 2019 by 4 Comments
Day 4 at the cricket proved to be very frustrating as Citrus Bob reports.
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