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.

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How is England looking?

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

Nov 10 • 

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'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 • 

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September 2025

Who to barrack for…Geelong or Brisbane?

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

Sep 26 • 

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Gunbower Cricket Club

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

Sep 23 • 

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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 • 

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England's possible Ashes cast

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

Sep 4 • 

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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 • 

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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…

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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 • 

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June 2025

Josh runs his. 'Tongue

Not really! ENG and IND find themselves evenly poised with a day remaining of the first Test at Headingley

Jun 24 • 

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Predictable Aussies go into the WTC as favourites

Where calculated caution will be too much for a willing South Africa.

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