A life in cricket writing | Ken Piesse | The Cricket Library Podcast

In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, host Matt Ellis sits down with one of Australia’s most prolific cricket writers, Ken Piesse.

With a career spanning decades, Ken has written more than 90 books on the game and served as editor of the legendary The Cricketer. His work has chronicled the stories of great players, historic matches, and the rich traditions that make cricket such a unique sport.

In this conversation, Ken reflects on:

His journey into cricket journalism and publishing

Memorable encounters with cricket legends

The art of telling cricket stories through books

The enduring charm of grassroots and country cricket

His latest book celebrating the history and characters of Victorian country cricket

It’s a fascinating insight into the craft of cricket writing and the passion that keeps the stories of the game alive.

If you love cricket history, books, and storytelling, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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Head to https://cricketbooks.com.au/product-category/ken-piesse-books/ to find all of Ken’s work and much more!

Paul Van Meekeren – Associate Cricket To World Stage The Cricket Library

In this episode of The Cricket Library Podcast, Dutch international Paul van Meekeren takes us inside one of the most remarkable journeys in modern cricket. From a six-over thriller where he claimed four wickets against Ireland, to battling through shin splints in his very first international appearance, Paul opens up on the resilience it takes to survive and thrive as an Associate cricketer. We dive into the unforgettable high of becoming the first Dutch homegrown player to win the Caribbean Premier League, and relive the heart-stopping moment the Netherlands qualified for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. He also relives the thrill of the Netherlands’ famous victory over South Africa at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Adelaide—one of the most unforgettable moments in Dutch cricket history. Away from the spotlight, Paul reflects on the simple beginnings—Saturday mornings, ice cream, and a childhood dislike of the helmet. This is a story of grit, perspective, and passion—an unfiltered look at life on the global cricket stage. 🎧 Listen now and don’t forget to subscribe for more stories from the world of cricket.
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  2. Ken Piesse – A Life In Cricket Writing
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  4. Gavin Dovey – From the Australian Team to Leading NT Cricket
  5. Tammy Bartaia – Bollywood Dreams

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