This week on the Cricket Library Weekly, Robbie Mackinlay and Matt Ellis take a close look at the Weber WBBL|07 as the Adelaide Strikers prepare to take on the Perth Scorchers in the decider on Saturday night. Adding to this conversation are some excellent statistics from the Orange Library that generate some healthy discussion.

Men’s domestic cricket is in full swing with the lads wrapping up the action from the Marsh One Day Cup and Marsh Sheffield Shield competitions.

Matt Fiction is back with Luke from Wagga Wagga the latest to take on the ‘Fact or Fiction’ challenge with some Wagga Wagga themed questions that will keep you guessing as you play along from home.

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Babette de Leede – World Cup & Global Cricket Journey – The Cricket Library

What does it take to go from the Netherlands to the world stage of cricket? In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, Babette de Leede shares her incredible journey through international cricket—from her early days in the Netherlands to competing on the global stage at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup. Babette opens up on what it’s really like being an Associate cricketer, the challenges behind the scenes, and the mindset required to perform at the highest level. We also dive into her experience playing for Western Province cricket team in South Africa—how it changed her game, the intensity of that environment, and the lessons she brought back to international cricket. This is more than just a cricket story—it’s about growth, resilience, and chasing the game across continents. In this episode: The reality of Associate cricket Life as a wicketkeeper-batter World Cup aspirations Playing domestic cricket in South Africa The future of Netherlands women’s cricket Whether you’re a player, coach, or cricket fan, there’s something here for you. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more stories from the Cricket Library Podcast.

1. Babette de Leede – World Cup & Global Cricket Journey 40:43
2. Paul Harris – The Journey of a Proteas Spinner 43:12
3. Paul Van Meekeren – Associate Cricket To World Stage 50:16
4. Ken Piesse – A Life In Cricket Writing 47:06
5. Nikhil Kulkarni | Every Day of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy | A Fan’s Journey 40:14

Robbie Mackinlay and Matt Ellis share their thoughts on Australia’s Men’s World T20 victory against New Zealand, the Ashes and Australia A squads.

NSW take on Victoria in the Marsh Sheffield Shield with PM Nevill set to notch up 100 games in the Baggy Blue and the lads reflect on his achievement and contribution to NSW Cricket.

With Weber WBBL07 heating up, we look at some stats and compare the returns of the local players with the imports with some interesting data coming out of the Orange Cricket Library.

Sam from Bankstown is the latest contestant to take on the ‘Fact or Fiction’ challenge this week with Matt Fiction delving into the archives and asking rapid fire true or false questions in a segment that is fun to play along at home.

Please remember to subscribe to the Cricket Library Podcast on your favourite podcast provider and leave a review to help us to continue to start conversations that inspire a love of cricket.

Babette de Leede – World Cup & Global Cricket Journey – The Cricket Library

What does it take to go from the Netherlands to the world stage of cricket? In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, Babette de Leede shares her incredible journey through international cricket—from her early days in the Netherlands to competing on the global stage at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup. Babette opens up on what it’s really like being an Associate cricketer, the challenges behind the scenes, and the mindset required to perform at the highest level. We also dive into her experience playing for Western Province cricket team in South Africa—how it changed her game, the intensity of that environment, and the lessons she brought back to international cricket. This is more than just a cricket story—it’s about growth, resilience, and chasing the game across continents. In this episode: The reality of Associate cricket Life as a wicketkeeper-batter World Cup aspirations Playing domestic cricket in South Africa The future of Netherlands women’s cricket Whether you’re a player, coach, or cricket fan, there’s something here for you. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more stories from the Cricket Library Podcast.

1. Babette de Leede – World Cup & Global Cricket Journey 40:43
2. Paul Harris – The Journey of a Proteas Spinner 43:12
3. Paul Van Meekeren – Associate Cricket To World Stage 50:16
4. Ken Piesse – A Life In Cricket Writing 47:06
5. Nikhil Kulkarni | Every Day of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy | A Fan’s Journey 40:14