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ODI Career Runs Line Chart Race – Ellyse Villani v Michelle Goszko

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In today’s line chart race, Matt Fiction calls the action as EJ Villani and MAJ Goszko go head to head to see who reigns supreme when it comes to ODI career runs.

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Another exciting ODI career runs line chart race, this time featuring Michelle Goszko up against Ellyse Villani. #Crictok #Villani #cricket #wbbl

♬ original sound – MJ Ellis

Anupam Sharma – When Bollywood Meets the Baggy Green – The Cricket Library

Anupam Sharma sits down with MJ Ellis & shares the origins of his deep love for cricket, reflecting on how the game shaped his early life and continues to inspire his storytelling. We hear how his journey into the film industry began, including a remarkable encounter with Bollywood icon Feroz Khan — a moment that changed the trajectory of his creative life. With a unique perspective on the intersection of sport and cinema, Anupam reflects on his experiences working with cricketing legends like Adam Gilchrist, Brett Lee, Virat Kohli, and Sachin Tendulkar, revealing the humanity behind the heroes. He also shares insights into his latest milestone: the release of his powerful documentary, Brand Bollywood: Down Under, now streaming on Netflix — a film that explores the influence of Bollywood in Australia and the stories that shape our cultural landscape. This episode is a rich celebration of cricket, culture, and the stories that bind us.  
  1. Anupam Sharma – When Bollywood Meets the Baggy Green
  2. Elsa Hunter – WBBL Vibes
  3. Dr John Orchard – New Chapters in Cricket & Medicine
  4. Faye Tunnicliffe – Pursuing Excellence
  5. Monali Patel – From Passion to Profession

Devon Malcolm v Phil Tufnell Most Test Match Ducks

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Today Matt Fiction explores the data and calls the action as Devon Malcolm and Phil Tufnell go head to head in what promises to be a gripping line chart race.

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Who made more Test Match ducks, was it Phil Tufnell or Devon Malcolm? #Crictok #Cricket #datarack

♬ original sound – MJ Ellis

Anupam Sharma – When Bollywood Meets the Baggy Green – The Cricket Library

Anupam Sharma sits down with MJ Ellis & shares the origins of his deep love for cricket, reflecting on how the game shaped his early life and continues to inspire his storytelling. We hear how his journey into the film industry began, including a remarkable encounter with Bollywood icon Feroz Khan — a moment that changed the trajectory of his creative life. With a unique perspective on the intersection of sport and cinema, Anupam reflects on his experiences working with cricketing legends like Adam Gilchrist, Brett Lee, Virat Kohli, and Sachin Tendulkar, revealing the humanity behind the heroes. He also shares insights into his latest milestone: the release of his powerful documentary, Brand Bollywood: Down Under, now streaming on Netflix — a film that explores the influence of Bollywood in Australia and the stories that shape our cultural landscape. This episode is a rich celebration of cricket, culture, and the stories that bind us.  
  1. Anupam Sharma – When Bollywood Meets the Baggy Green
  2. Elsa Hunter – WBBL Vibes
  3. Dr John Orchard – New Chapters in Cricket & Medicine
  4. Faye Tunnicliffe – Pursuing Excellence
  5. Monali Patel – From Passion to Profession

Maddie Penna Reflects On First WNCL Ton

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Maddie Penna is a talented young all rounder making the most of her opportunities with the Abode Hotels ACT Meteors in the WNCL and in the WBBL with the Melbourne Stars and Adelaide Strikers.

In this excerpt of the Cricket Library Podcast, we hear her reflections on scoring her maiden WNCL hundred.

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WBBL star Maddie Penna speaks about making her first WNCL hundred for the Abode Hotels ACT Meteors. #ton #cricket #crictok #podcast

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you can listen to the full episode at your favourite podcast provider including spotify.

MTG Elliott v MJ North Test Match Runs Race

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Resident cricket librarian Matt Fiction explores the data once again, this time pitting Matthew Elliott up against Marcus North in a race that is set to have the hairs standing up on the back of your neck.

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Test Match Runs – MJ North v MTG Elliott. Another exciting data race called by Matt Fiction. #Cricket #Crictok #data

♬ original sound – MJ Ellis

Anupam Sharma – When Bollywood Meets the Baggy Green – The Cricket Library

Anupam Sharma sits down with MJ Ellis & shares the origins of his deep love for cricket, reflecting on how the game shaped his early life and continues to inspire his storytelling. We hear how his journey into the film industry began, including a remarkable encounter with Bollywood icon Feroz Khan — a moment that changed the trajectory of his creative life. With a unique perspective on the intersection of sport and cinema, Anupam reflects on his experiences working with cricketing legends like Adam Gilchrist, Brett Lee, Virat Kohli, and Sachin Tendulkar, revealing the humanity behind the heroes. He also shares insights into his latest milestone: the release of his powerful documentary, Brand Bollywood: Down Under, now streaming on Netflix — a film that explores the influence of Bollywood in Australia and the stories that shape our cultural landscape. This episode is a rich celebration of cricket, culture, and the stories that bind us.  
  1. Anupam Sharma – When Bollywood Meets the Baggy Green
  2. Elsa Hunter – WBBL Vibes
  3. Dr John Orchard – New Chapters in Cricket & Medicine
  4. Faye Tunnicliffe – Pursuing Excellence
  5. Monali Patel – From Passion to Profession

Greg Chappell – Inspired by Ian’s Achievements

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Gregory Stephen Chappell is one of the greats of Australian cricket with his playing record speaking for itself. He has also made a significant impact off the field since calling stumps on his playing career.

In this excerpt from the Cricket Library Podcast, we hear from Greg about being inspired by the achievements and success of his older brother Ian.

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Greg Chappell speaks about the inspiration he gained from his brother Ian’s selection for Australia and the belief he could also do it. #CrickTok

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You can listen to the full interview with Greg here –

Chris Hartley – My First Pair Of Wicketkeeping Gloves

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Record breaking Queensland wicket keeper Chris Hartley shares about his first pair of wicket keeping gloves in his chat with Matt Ellis on the Cricket Library Podcast.

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Chris Hartley recounts his first pair of wicket keeping gloves were a pair of leather driving gloves! #Cricket #Podcast #WicketKeeper #BBL

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You can listen to the full interview here –

Bowling the flipper with SK Warne in Zimbabwe

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In this excerpt from the Cricket Library Podcast, former Australian leg spinner Peter McIntyre discusses learning to bowl the flipper and testing out whilst bowling in tandem with Warnie in Zimbabwe.

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Peter McIntyre on learning to bowl the flipper and bowling in tandem with SK Warne in Zimbabwe. #cricket #podcast #LegSpin #Flipper #CricTok

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You can listen to our full interview with Peter McIntyre here –

Test Match Run Scoring Race – MJ North v MTG Elliott

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In today’s data race it is a battle between Marcus North and Matthew Elliott to see who comes out on top with the most test match runs.

Anupam Sharma – When Bollywood Meets the Baggy Green – The Cricket Library

Anupam Sharma sits down with MJ Ellis & shares the origins of his deep love for cricket, reflecting on how the game shaped his early life and continues to inspire his storytelling. We hear how his journey into the film industry began, including a remarkable encounter with Bollywood icon Feroz Khan — a moment that changed the trajectory of his creative life. With a unique perspective on the intersection of sport and cinema, Anupam reflects on his experiences working with cricketing legends like Adam Gilchrist, Brett Lee, Virat Kohli, and Sachin Tendulkar, revealing the humanity behind the heroes. He also shares insights into his latest milestone: the release of his powerful documentary, Brand Bollywood: Down Under, now streaming on Netflix — a film that explores the influence of Bollywood in Australia and the stories that shape our cultural landscape. This episode is a rich celebration of cricket, culture, and the stories that bind us.  
  1. Anupam Sharma – When Bollywood Meets the Baggy Green
  2. Elsa Hunter – WBBL Vibes
  3. Dr John Orchard – New Chapters in Cricket & Medicine
  4. Faye Tunnicliffe – Pursuing Excellence
  5. Monali Patel – From Passion to Profession

Happy Birthday PE McIntyre

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Peter McIntyre progressed through the ranks at Essendon playing club cricket to make his debut for Victoria in the Sheffield Shield at the MCG in March 1989. A couple of years later he would spend some time at the Commonwealth Bank Cricket Academy eventually moving to play First Class Cricket for South Australia.

Peter was selected to play for Australia A in the controversial 1994/5 Series which featured Australia, England and Zimbabwe. It was this summer that he was selected to become Baggy Green 364 when he was selected for the Ashes Test at the Adelaide Oval.

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Peter McIntyre on the Cricket Library Podcast discussing his Test call up #BaggyGreen

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Peter later had the opportunity to tour the sub-continent playing a Test against India dismissing Sachin Tendulkar.

One of the great summers for Peter was the 1995/6 summer winning the Sheffield Shield where his work with the bat proved to be invaluable.

His First Class career came to a close in 2002 having played 97 matches with 322 wickets to his name.

Today he celebrates his 56th birthday. We trust you will enjoy this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast with Peter McIntyre.

Do you read cricket books at parties?

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Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, our resident cricket librarian Matt Fiction would often be making waves on the social scene waxing lyrical and sharing stories about his life and times in the library.

He would also take time out from functions to duck away and fit in some reading time as was captured on the highly popular TikTok social media platform.

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Steve Waugh’s #Ashes Diary a staple for those who like to escape the glitz and glamour of the Julio life at parties. #Cricket #cricketbook #stevewaugh

♬ original sound – MJ Ellis

Anupam Sharma – When Bollywood Meets the Baggy Green – The Cricket Library

Anupam Sharma sits down with MJ Ellis & shares the origins of his deep love for cricket, reflecting on how the game shaped his early life and continues to inspire his storytelling. We hear how his journey into the film industry began, including a remarkable encounter with Bollywood icon Feroz Khan — a moment that changed the trajectory of his creative life. With a unique perspective on the intersection of sport and cinema, Anupam reflects on his experiences working with cricketing legends like Adam Gilchrist, Brett Lee, Virat Kohli, and Sachin Tendulkar, revealing the humanity behind the heroes. He also shares insights into his latest milestone: the release of his powerful documentary, Brand Bollywood: Down Under, now streaming on Netflix — a film that explores the influence of Bollywood in Australia and the stories that shape our cultural landscape. This episode is a rich celebration of cricket, culture, and the stories that bind us.  
  1. Anupam Sharma – When Bollywood Meets the Baggy Green
  2. Elsa Hunter – WBBL Vibes
  3. Dr John Orchard – New Chapters in Cricket & Medicine
  4. Faye Tunnicliffe – Pursuing Excellence
  5. Monali Patel – From Passion to Profession