Archive - SpeakingCricket

Racing to the finish

Mitchell Starc claimed career-best figures but Australia’s meek batting melted as England’s pace cartel turned up the heat

Nov 21 • Nick Speak

Australia ripe for the picking

And then there’s Australia’s bowlers, their mindset, and a backyard mentality to consider.

Nov 20 • Nick Speak

Would Pete Handscomb fit England's criteria?

An excellent century against a three-part Australian attack that said plenty about the different methods needed to succeed.

Nov 11 • Nick Speak

How is England looking?

It's hard to tell given their time in New Zealand. But then the Ashes is different?

Nov 10 • Nick Speak

'Tis that time of the year. Who will they play? Who would I select?

And, Marnus Labuschagne makes a case for reestablishment in the best possible way.

Nov 3 • Nick Speak

September 2025

Who to barrack for…Geelong or Brisbane?

Or, Chris Scott and 'Father' Chris Fagan? Now, that's a tough decision.

Sep 26 • Nick Speak

Gunbower Cricket Club

Actually, Gunbower CC is now called the Leitchville-Gunbower Cricket Club.

Sep 23 • Nick Speak

On Father’s Day

A reminder of both the power of honest writing and the actual weight of paternal absence—gratefully sharing a post by Gideon Haigh, that might resonate…

Sep 8 • Nick Speak

England's possible Ashes cast

Oh, and some predictable selections from European Ryder Cup captain, Luke Donald.

Sep 4 • Nick Speak

Player Selection: why the intrigue?

When was the last time Australia went into a home Test series with a settled opening pair? And some Ryder Cup commentary.

Sep 1 • Nick Speak

August 2025

Australia, England: a strained relationship

Last Sunday night in Cairns, Australia ran rings around South Africa in an arse about face case of "After the Lord Mayor's show." It's hard to gauge the…

Aug 28 • Nick Speak

Bazlife and the Beautiful Game

I didn't manage to read it from back to front, but "My Life and the Beautiful Game" was the first book I took seriously.

Aug 5 • Nick Speak

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