MTG Elliott v MJ North Test Match Runs Race

Posted on May 1, 2022 by thecricketlibrary

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

Paul Harris – The Journey of a Proteas Spinner – The Cricket Library

In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, former South Africa national cricket team spinner Paul Harris joins us for a fascinating conversation on life at the highest level of world cricket. From bowling to legends like Sachin Tendulkar and challenging players such as Phil Hughes, to facing the raw pace of Mitchell Johnson as a batter, Paul reflects on some of the defining battles of his career. He shares what it was like to be part of the South African side that achieved the rare feat of winning a Test series in Australia against Australia, and offers insight into playing under the leadership of Graeme Smith during one of South Africa’s strongest eras. We also hear stories from life on tour—including rooming with Dale Steyn—and explore his transition into life after professional cricket. This episode is packed with elite-level insight, unforgettable memories, and honest reflections from one of South Africa’s most respected Test cricketers. 🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more stories from the world of cricket.

Greg Chappell – Inspired by Ian’s Achievements

Posted on May 1, 2022 by thecricketlibrary

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

Posted on April 30, 2022 by thecricketlibrary

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

Posted on April 29, 2022 by thecricketlibrary

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

Posted on April 28, 2022 by thecricketlibrary

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.

Paul Harris – The Journey of a Proteas Spinner – The Cricket Library

Happy Birthday PE McIntyre

Posted on April 27, 2022 by thecricketlibrary

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?

Posted on April 26, 2022 by thecricketlibrary

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

Paul Harris – The Journey of a Proteas Spinner – The Cricket Library

Johan Botha Speaks About The Generosity Of Imran Tahir

Posted on April 26, 2022 by thecricketlibrary

Johan Botha is a cricketing journeyman who came through the ranks in South Africa representing his country in 5 Tests, 78 ODIs and 40 T20 Internationals. The short format specialist, has plied his craft in franchise cricket around the world with stints in the IPL, BBL and CPL.

In this excerpt, we hear from Johan on the generosity of leg spinner Imran Tahir.

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Johan Botha speaks about the generosity of Imran Tahir in sharing his knowledge with fellow leg-spin bowlers. #Cricket #Podcast #SpinBowling
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ODI Run Scoring Line Chart Race – RJ Harris v MR Whitney

Posted on April 26, 2022 by thecricketlibrary

In today’s line chart run-scoring race, we see two prevalent figures in MR Whitney and RJ Harris going head to head in what promises to be a race for the ages.

DE Bollinger v CG Rackemann – Test Match Run Scoring Race Called By Matt Fiction On TikTok

Posted on April 25, 2022 by thecricketlibrary

Excitement personified with this gripping line chart race called by Matt Fiction on TikTok.

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Test Match Run Scoring Line Chart Race – CG Rackemann v DE Bollinger. Who will come out on top? #Cricket #Data #race #fastbowler
♬ original sound – MJ Ellis