A gradual but inevitable descent into cricket-based loathing and bile.

Articles by Nichael Bluth

The 51allout Podcast #20: January 26th 2013

To celebrate Australia Day the 51allout crew all got together to slag off Australia’s ODI side. And England’s ODI side. And New Zealand’s ODI side, which seems particularly harsh. Plus the final word on the Big Bash.

No Comments | January 26, 2013 | | Podcast | Tags: , , , , , ,

The KFC Big Bash: Knockout Stages Review

Another Big Bash has reached the end. We braved a bit of rain and then some quite warm weather to actually go to two-thirds of the knockout games. Here’s our verdict.

No Comments | January 20, 2013 | | T20 | Tags: , , , ,

The 51allout Podcast #19: January 17th 2013

Despite a disappointingly low standard of cricket around the world this week, the 51allout crew still managed to wax lyrical about James Tredwell, Brad Haddin and Jeremy Beadle’s withered hand.

Coming In A Mess, Going Out In Style: The Oasis Story (Featuring Mike Hussey)

We’re not arrogant, we just believe we’re the best website in the world.

No Comments | January 16, 2013 | | Scorer's Notes | Tags: , , , , ,

India vs. England, Second ODI: Review

The normal order was restored as England got back to being soundly thrashed in Indian conditions.

No Comments | January 15, 2013 | | 40/50-over | Tags: , , ,

The KFC Big Bash: Round Six Review

The last set of group games saw some beatings, some collapses and some superb hitting. But sadly no-one grabbed anyone or swore loudly on TV.

No Comments | January 13, 2013 | | T20 |

Whatever Happened To The Unlikely Lads? #24: John Crawley

Sometimes a player doesn’t make it because he’s a bit fat. Sometimes it’s because he’s only capable of playing on one side of the wicket. And sometimes it’s because he’s got a head like an egg. John Crawley failed for all these reasons.

2 Comments | January 12, 2013 | | Opinion | Tags: , ,

The 51allout Podcast #18: January 10th 2013

After an extended Christmas break there’s much to talk about for the 51allout collective. But what’s their view on Jesse Ryder’s airplane habits, George Bailey’s rise to power and Shane Warne’s use of a microphone?

No Comments | January 10, 2013 | | Podcast | Tags: , , , ,

Australia vs. Sri Lanka, Third Test: Review

Not only did Michael Hussey see Australia to victory, he also took the opportunity to epically merk the selectors by putting Nathan Lyon in charge of the team song.

No Comments | January 7, 2013 | | Tests | Tags: , , ,

The KFC Big Bash: Round Four Review

It’s nearly crunch time in the Big Bash. Not quite yet though, which means it’s still acceptable to miss a game or two to hang around with the missus at Christmas.

No Comments | January 1, 2013 | | T20 | Tags: , , , , ,