Player Rankings: Top 10 Performers of the 1st Ashes Test
The top-10 players of the first Ashes Test ranked, with each performance summed up in five words or less.
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Mitch Bourke
Nov 24, 20213 min read
One Subbies match, three Test cricketers
Tillakaratne Dilshan, Lahiru Thirimanne and John Hastings brought great international experience to the Kew and Endeavour Hills match.
Mitch Bourke
Nov 19, 20212 min read
The mantra that shaped Australia’s World Cup triumph
One of Langer's key philosophies was pivotal in turning two fringe players into World Cup superstars as Australia won the T20 World Cup.
Mitch Bourke
Nov 17, 20213 min read
My T20 World Cup Team of the Tournament
Read the reasoning behind Mitch Bourke’s T20 World Cup Team of the Tournament, which includes four opening batsmen.
Mitch Bourke
Nov 13, 20217 min read
DDCA Turf 1 Season Preview
A comprehensive look at the off-season activity of all eight clubs, and their chances for the season ahead.
Mitch Bourke
Nov 3, 20214 min read
A glimpse into the career of Lahiru Thirimanne, Sub-District cricket’s high-profile recruit
Sri Lankan Test cricketer Thirimanne speaks on the highs and lows of his distinguished career as he prepares for a stint with the Hills.
Mitch Bourke
Oct 27, 20216 min read
Susantha Pradeep: As hungry as ever
Former first-class cricketer and Sub-District legend Susantha Pradeep speaks on his career and why his desire for success still burns strong
Mitch Bourke
May 4, 20218 min read
Ravi Ratnayeke: The story of Sri Lanka’s 12th Test cricketer
Ravi Ratnayeke reflects on his nation’s journey to Test status and the highlights of his distinguished career.
Mitch Bourke
Apr 11, 20212 min read
Delhi fires warning shot with impressive win over Chennai
The Capitals were a class above the Super Kings lead by Shikhar Dhawan and Prithvi Shaw in Match 2 of the IPL.
Mitch Bourke
Apr 8, 20212 min read
James Seymour selection a win for all cricketers
By picking Seymour the Victorian selectors sent a message to all cricketers to never give up on your dreams.
Mitch Bourke
Mar 29, 20213 min read
Hawks end 19-year Turf 1 drought in last over thriller
Hallam Kalora Park is flying its first flag in 19 years after holding out Berwick in a thrilling DDCA Turf 1 grand final at Frawley Rd
Mitch Bourke
Mar 22, 20212 min read
DDCA Turf 1: Berwick cruises into grand final
Experienced pair Matt Chasemore and Nathan Pilon batted the Bears to victory over Springvale South.
Mitch Bourke
Mar 21, 20211 min read
SHIELD: NSW out for lowest ever total inside 20 overs on Day 2
Jackson Bird flew through the Blues top order to claim 7/18 on a chaotic day two between Tasmania and New South Wales at Blundstone Arena.
Mitch Bourke
Jan 25, 20213 min read
Selection Table: Where to next for stunned Aussies?
A look at who’s vulnerable and the potential newcomers in Australia’s efforts to recover from a home series defeat.
Mitch Bourke
Jan 2, 20212 min read
The Travis Head Dilemma: What Aussies can learn from their rivals
India’s contrasting selection approach paid dividends, how will Australia react?
Mitch Bourke
Dec 1, 202010 min read
Tragedy and Triumph: The Tale of Darren Berry
Former Victorian wicketkeeper and renowned coach Darren Berry opens up on his cricketing journey
Mitch Bourke
Oct 4, 20201 min read
Rolling IPL Team of the Tournament: Week 2
Three new faces and a change of captain headline the second instalment of the Rolling IPL Team of the Tournament.
Mitch Bourke
Sep 28, 20202 min read
Rolling IPL Team of the Tournament: Week 1
One Aussie has cracked the first rolling team of the tournament, skippered by South African Faf du Plessis.
Mitch Bourke
Sep 22, 20203 min read
Ice cold Stoinis pulls Delhi from depths of despair, twice, in Super Over thriller
Stoinis’ Capitals got home by the skin of their teeth, but not without controversy in a gripping Match 2 of the IPL.
Mitch Bourke
Jul 15, 20209 min read
Blackwood, Holder star as Windies conquer England in cricket’s thrilling return
A late day four fightback and sloppy English fielding helped the West Indies upset England in a last day blockbuster at The Rose Bowl.
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