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South Africa vs. Australia, Second Test: Preview

Even before the first match, we were annoyed that the ‘series’ (can only two of something form a series?) was so short; after the fun and farce of that game in Cape Town, it seems downright disheartening.

No Comments | November 16, 2011 | | Tests | Tags:

Four Series in One Review

If we had a mailbox, we’re sure it would be overflowing with letters asking us to report what’s been happening in the cricket world lately. So, in response to all you correpsondents who have had their letters returned to sender (address unknown), here’s a brief summary of the various international series.

South Africa vs. Australia, First Test, Cape Town: Review

There are some things that you can never get tired of: boobs, repeats of ‘Allo ‘Allo! and laughing at the Australian cricket team probably being the three most significant.

No Comments | November 11, 2011 | | Tests | Tags: , ,

The England Globetrotters

In a stranger world, Owais Shah might still be playing for England. Thankfully, he’s not.

No Comments | November 8, 2011 | | Opinion | Tags: , , ,

The England Globetrotters

The movement of players around the world may solely be based on the desire to make some more cash, but though we are happy to describe the likes of Keiron Pollard as profiteering, T20-specialising leeches, we firmly consider that any of the brave England boys who opt to boldly go into the wild frontiers in search of a game are genuine, praiseworthy individuals in pursuit of cricket’s fundamental essence.

No Comments | November 6, 2011 | | Opinion | Tags: , ,

Four Series In One Review

We thought it was time for another look at what has been happening around the world, with the other eight Test sides all still involved in ongoing series.

One Day Cricket: why we ought to care about the recent results, but not worry about them.

Nobody really expected convincing back-to-back series wins against India, so on the face of it, a home win and an away defeat were par for the course. What was disturbing was the dismal spectacle of an England side being thrashed in four of five matches and crumbling in the field in the other.

No Comments | | | 40/50-over, Opinion | Tags: ,

India vs. England, One-off T20 International: Review

In the final match of the tour, England win thanks to a top notch bowling performance and powerfully competent batting.

1 Comment | October 30, 2011 | | T20 | Tags: ,

India vs. England, One-off T20 International: Preview

India vs. England. Again! This really is the last time, honest.

3 Comments | October 29, 2011 | | T20 | Tags: ,

The 51allout Rallying Cry

THIS IS SPARTAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA. Or Englanddddddddd, but that doesn’t really work.