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Why England’s Jacob Bethell Tops Cricket's 21 and under class in 2025.
Beyond the Boyband Looks: England's All-Format Banker.
Jun 6
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Nick Speak
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Why England’s Jacob Bethell Tops Cricket's 21 and under class in 2025.
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May 2025
Zimbabwe: Then, Now, and Somewhere in Between.
In 1989, I was fortunate to tour Zimbabwe with Lancashire County Cricket Club, playing a series of games at the Harare Sports Club (HSC).
May 29
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Zimbabwe: Then, Now, and Somewhere in Between.
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The Demons 2009/10 Intermission
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May 19
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Nick Speak
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April 2025
Again, yes please, Rory McIlroy
Part of McIlroy's appeal is his public vulnerability. Without exception, he's addressed his failings on the course, and has always been candid and…
Apr 22
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Again, yes please, Rory McIlroy
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Best International players by age in 2025
An intro to a series of posts examining the elite international cricketers by age group in 2025.
Apr 10
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Finally, 'Slim' Pat Donnelly turns up
"Listen, kid, don't gettin' all philosophical about some college tournament! Ya know what March Madness really is? Last damn place in America where kids…
Apr 9
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Finally, 'Slim' Pat Donnelly turns up
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South Australia’s 29-year wait ends in remarkable Sheffield Shield glory.
And a 'Dog Dad'—Dale Steyn—says, "fuck, hell yeah"
Apr 1
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Nick Speak
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South Australia’s 29-year wait ends in remarkable Sheffield Shield glory.
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March 2025
March Madness, Beverly, and 'Slim' Pat Donnelly
Beverly, Massachusetts, a historic coastal town on Boston's North Shore, blends New England charm with a vibrant seaside culture.
Mar 27
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March Madness, Beverly, and 'Slim' Pat Donnelly
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Part 4: 'Jerry' Cassell gets the Demons rolling
With pre-season in the books, spring having made an appearance, and the AFL season concluded, it was time to get rolling.
Mar 20
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Nick Speak
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Part 4: 'Jerry' Cassell gets the Demons rolling
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What will Steve Smith's legacy be?
I describe myself as an optimistic writer.
Mar 11
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Nick Speak
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India: play, practice, and sleep. “But now it’s up to them to make that advantage count.”
A 'Champions Charade' update.
Mar 3
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Nick Speak
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India: play, practice, and sleep. “But now it’s up to them to make that advantage count.”
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February 2025
A Small Change, A Big Step – SpeakingNick Becomes SpeakingCricket
For a while now, I’ve been thinking about how to make my cricket writing more distinct within SpeakingNick. After all, cricket makes up the majority of…
Feb 28
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A Small Change, A Big Step – SpeakingNick Becomes SpeakingCricket
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