As the world celebrates International Haiku Poetry Day on April 17, we want to introduce you to an audiobook that perfectly captures the beauty and simplicity of this poetic form. “For the Love of Cricket: Haiku Poems Inspired by the Summer Game” by Matt Ellis and Matt Fiction is a delightful collection of haiku poems and stories celebrating the author’s lifelong passion for cricket.

Listeners will be transported to the cricket field through Ellis’s vivid descriptions and Fiction’s rhythmic poetry. The haiku poems complement the stories perfectly, adding a new layer of depth to the overall experience. They capture the essence of the game in each haiku, bringing to life the sights, sounds, and emotions of cricket. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the sport or just starting to appreciate it, “For the Love of Cricket” will make you fall in love with the game all over again.

At its core, this audiobook is a celebration of the sport of cricket and the art of haiku poetry. It’s a testament to Ellis’s and Fiction’s love for the game and their dedication to sharing that love with the world. As Ellis says, “Haiku poetry is a beautiful way to capture the essence of the game and transport listeners to the cricket field. I’m thrilled to have Matt Fiction’s haiku poems accompany my stories in this audiobook.”

“For the Love of Cricket: Haiku Poems Inspired by the Summer Game” is available now on Audible, Amazon, and other major audiobook platforms. We highly recommend it to anyone who loves cricket, poetry, or just a good story. Celebrate International Haiku Poetry Day with this beautiful audiobook by Matt Ellis and Matt Fiction.

Gavin Dovey – From the Australian Team to Leading NT Cricket – The Cricket Library

What does it take to build a life in cricket at the highest level? In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, host Matt Ellis sits down with Gavin Dovey to explore a remarkable journey through Australian sport. Now the CEO of Northern Territory Cricket, Gavin has spent decades working behind the scenes of the game we all love so dearly. Before moving into administration, Gavin served as team manager of the Australia national cricket team, offering a unique perspective on the culture, leadership, and pressure that comes with representing Australia. In this wide-ranging conversation we discuss: 🏏 Gavin’s love of sport growing up in Sydney in the 80s 🏏 What it’s really like managing the Australian men’s team 🏏 Lessons from working alongside players and coaches at the highest level 🏏 Growing and strengthening cricket in the Northern Territory 🏏 The unique role the Territory plays in the Australian cricket landscape 🏏 The future vision for cricket in the Top End Plus, Gavin faces “The Final Over” — six quick questions to finish the innings. If you love the stories behind the game, this episode offers a fascinating look at the people and decisions that shape Australian cricket. Subscribe to the Cricket Library Podcast for more conversations with the players, writers, thinkers and administrators who have helped build the game.

1. Gavin Dovey – From the Australian Team to Leading NT Cricket 34:22
2. Tammy Bartaia – Bollywood Dreams 15:02
3. Anupam Sharma – When Bollywood Meets the Baggy Green 56:38
4. Elsa Hunter – WBBL Vibes 08:08
5. Dr John Orchard – New Chapters in Cricket & Medicine 01:11:02