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New Zealand vs. England, Third Test: Preview

It’s Auckland, it’s live, and it’s still 0-0. This will definitely be the best match of the series. Probably.

No Comments | March 21, 2013 | | Tests | Tags: , , ,

The 51allout Podcast #27: March 20th 2013

It’s an Australia special! Join James, Ashley and Aussie Matt as they take it in turns to (metaphorically) kick the Aussie team while they’re down. Apart from Steven Peter Devereux Smith, who gets a great deal of love and respect. Plus the New Zealand vs. England snoozefest gets glossed over.

The Steve Smith Report: Part Five

Whilst the Test team is being brutalised in India, the search for a saviour amongst Australia’s domestic ranks continues. Without a hell of a lot of success.

The Commentators: Harsha Bhogle

We were once massive fans of India’s favourite commentator, but have since adopted a Harsha view. And sorry for the atrocious pun.

No Comments | March 18, 2013 | | Opinion | Tags: , , ,

The Madness Of Captain Clarke

Caution: the following article contains conspiracy theories. Donning tinfoil headware is recomended before reading.

New Zealand vs. England, Second Test: Day Three Review

One of the great days of Test cricket. Although we spent most of it sitting around in dressing gowns laughing at Australia, rather than actually paying attention.

No Comments | March 16, 2013 | | Tests | Tags: , , ,

New Zealand vs England, Second Test: Day Two Review

It should be illegal to dislike Matt Prior. His 2007/8 detractors must be so full of humble pie that they’ve exploded by now. We’re looking at you, Michael Henderson.

1 Comment | March 15, 2013 | | Tests | Tags: , , ,

Why Steve Smith’s Selection Doesn’t Stink

Two things never fail to get under our skin: rubbish journalism and people bagging Steve Smith. Today we got the chance to respond to both.

No Comments | March 14, 2013 | | Opinion, Tests | Tags: , ,

New Zealand vs. England, Second Test: Day One Review

In keeping with a spectacular week, Brendon McCullum didn’t bother to do any sort of homework on the Wellington wicket and promptly spent the entire day being ruthlessly bored to tears as punishment for his sins.

2 Comments | | | Tests | Tags: , , , ,

India vs. Australia, Third Test: Preview

All is not well in Australian cricket. Will the lads be able to sort it out amongst themselves or will the third Test end with them making ritual sacrifices to Mickey Arthur?

1 Comment | March 13, 2013 | | Tests | Tags: , , , ,