I am a little bit drunk. Have you ever been to The Vic in Richmond to watch the last session of Test Match cricket during sundown? If not, you are missing something really special. The Punter Ponting – my man, the fighter, junk-yard dog, street brawler, captain of Australia, the great one. I had a [...]
Test Match Cricket has arrived! Can’t you just feel the inertia pulling you toward the couch for two months of sizzling sausages, stupidity and senseless commentary banter? We are spoiled for choice as cricket lovers this Summer. To begin, we can expect one of the closest tussles between the Aussies and our neighbours across the [...]
How long until we see David Warner batting in Test matches? More importantly, is the David Warner batting style suited to the longer form of the game? Experts, past players and administration sit on either side of the fence. What is the value of a wicket? Ask an economist and they will tell you it’s [...]