Tag Archives: Ricky Ponting

And Then a Hero Comes Along

Posted on July 13, 2009 by Duncan

England is a nation which has long become obsessed with odd characters, perhaps in lieu of real sporting success. Eddie the Eagle might be the perfect example, but without question the most pertinent current specimen is Monty Panesar. That’s him … Continue reading →

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Baseball vs Cricket Averages

Posted on March 31, 2009 by Duncan

So I decided to go ahead and try and create my baseball style averages for cricket, reverse engineering Henry Chadwick‘s conversion of the key cricketing statistic to baseball, to try and get a sense of a batsman’s worth from something … Continue reading →

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9 Reasons Cricket Has Lost Its Mind in 09

Posted on February 8, 2009 by Duncan

1. Bangladesh had as many players sold as Australia, and for more combined money, at Friday’s IPL auction. 2. Amongst those unsold was Brad ‘I am not a crook’ Haddin. The current Australian ‘keeper unwanted by any of the franchises. … Continue reading →

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Halfway Home

Posted on February 1, 2009 by Duncan

That was one of the most complete fielding performnces I’ve seen from a New Zealand side. Ten of the side got their name on the credits, and they played with the kind of energy and enthusiasm that only a young … Continue reading →

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An Un-Australian Day

Posted on January 27, 2009 by Duncan

Sky’s inspired decision to use Australia Day as an opportunity to revisit some of Australia’s sporting low-points was neatly overshadowed by their once-mightiest team continuing its freefall. This just days after Andrew Symonds called NSW’s decision to play McCullum in … Continue reading →

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A Tour For the Ages

Posted on January 18, 2009 by Duncan

You have to give credit to Australia. This afternoon’s victory, with a ragtag team of passable cricketers, a couple of debutants and only Ponting as an all-time great was testament to the sheer willpower that resides in the Australian cricket … Continue reading →

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Boxing On?

Posted on December 26, 2008 by Duncan

Today 15 men will walk out on to the Melbourne Cricket Ground in front of 90,000 baying fans and decide whether now is Australia’s time. After nearly two decades of unparalelled dominance, and of fighting back from the brink before, … Continue reading →

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