The Ashes 2009 – First Test – Day Two – England v Australia – Sophia Gardens. Australia’s Nathan Hauritz PA Images / Alamy Stock Photo
Nathan Hauritz burst onto the International Cricket scene receiving a call up to the Australian team as a 20 year old after making an early impression playing for Queensland and Australia at u-19 level where he played alongside the likes of Michael Clarke, Ed Cowan, Mitch Johnson, Shaun Marsh, Shane Watson and Andrew McDonald.
He went on to represent Australia in 17 Test Matches claiming 63 wickets with career best figures of 5-53. Nathan also played 58 ODI’s also picking up 63 wickets with best figures of 4-29.
Hauritz was also more than handy with the bat scoring three half centuries for Australia and had a highest First Class score of 146 for NSW against South Australia in 2010.
In this edition of the Cricket Library Podcast, we relive some highlights from Nathan’s career as well as exploring some of the challenges he faced in addition to the difficulties associated with transitioning out of cricket.
As always, we ask who Nathan would most like to have a net with and he provides us with three excellent candidates including the first time a WWE Superstar gains a nomination.
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In this uplifting episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, Sydney Sixers rising star Elsa Hunter joins us for a vibrant conversation during a crucial stretch of the WBBL season. Elsa shares her insights on the Sixers' strong team vibe, the calm and powerful leadership of new captain Ash Gardner, and what it’s like learning from icons such as Ellyse Perry, Alyssa Healy, and the squad’s international talent.
She reflects on her journey from playing local boys’ cricket in Malaysia to becoming a WNCL champion with the NSW Breakers, opening up about finding joy in the game, coping with pressure on the big stage, and navigating the friendly but fierce Sixers–Thunder rivalry.
Elsa also talks about the influence of different coaches, the importance of the mental side of cricket, and her dream of one day representing Australia.
A warm, inspiring, and engaging chat with one of the brightest young talents in the game.
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England Captain Mike Atherton presents Adam (left) and Ben Hollioake (right) with their new Test caps prior to the start of the 5th Test at Trent Bridge PA Images / Alamy Stock Photo Photographer: Brendan Monks
Join host Matt Ellis as he sits down with former England captain and all-round great bloke, Adam Hollioake, in this highly anticipated interview.
Get ready to dive deep into Adam’s incredible journey as he shares the origins of his passion for cricket, the unique experience of being born in Australia and playing for England, and the unforgettable moment when he spotted his parents on the big screen at Headingley.
In this engaging conversation, Adam opens up about his approach to captaincy, the profound impact of losing his brother Ben, and the cherished memories they created together. Discover what life has been like for Adam after retiring from cricket, and stay tuned as he reveals the star-studded guest list for his dream net session.
To top it all off, Adam shares a story involving cricket legend Sir Vivian Richards and actor Chris Rock.
With fascinating anecdotes and heartfelt reflections, this interview is a must-listen for cricket enthusiasts and fans of Adam Hollioake alike.
In this uplifting episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, Sydney Sixers rising star Elsa Hunter joins us for a vibrant conversation during a crucial stretch of the WBBL season. Elsa shares her insights on the Sixers' strong team vibe, the calm and powerful leadership of new captain Ash Gardner, and what it’s like learning from icons such as Ellyse Perry, Alyssa Healy, and the squad’s international talent.
She reflects on her journey from playing local boys’ cricket in Malaysia to becoming a WNCL champion with the NSW Breakers, opening up about finding joy in the game, coping with pressure on the big stage, and navigating the friendly but fierce Sixers–Thunder rivalry.
Elsa also talks about the influence of different coaches, the importance of the mental side of cricket, and her dream of one day representing Australia.
A warm, inspiring, and engaging chat with one of the brightest young talents in the game.
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Making runs, man of the match Adam Hollioake, sprints off holding the stumps after his sparkling innings for England, when they defeated Australia in the Texaco One Day match at Headingley. Photo Owen Humphreys, PA/Alamy Stock photo
Keep your eyes peeled next week for our highly anticipated interview with former England captain and all round great bloke Adam Hollioake.
Adam chats with Matt Ellis about the origins of his passion for cricket, what it felt like to be born in Australia and playing for England, his parents turning up to Headingley and finding out they were in attendance when he saw them on the big screen, his approach to captaincy, the impact of the loss of his brother Ben and the happy memories they had together, life after cricket and of course who he would invite to his dream net session.
He wraps up the conversation with a great story involving Sir Vivian Richards and actor Chris Rock.
In this uplifting episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, Sydney Sixers rising star Elsa Hunter joins us for a vibrant conversation during a crucial stretch of the WBBL season. Elsa shares her insights on the Sixers' strong team vibe, the calm and powerful leadership of new captain Ash Gardner, and what it’s like learning from icons such as Ellyse Perry, Alyssa Healy, and the squad’s international talent.
She reflects on her journey from playing local boys’ cricket in Malaysia to becoming a WNCL champion with the NSW Breakers, opening up about finding joy in the game, coping with pressure on the big stage, and navigating the friendly but fierce Sixers–Thunder rivalry.
Elsa also talks about the influence of different coaches, the importance of the mental side of cricket, and her dream of one day representing Australia.
A warm, inspiring, and engaging chat with one of the brightest young talents in the game.
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Australia’s Ryan Harris celebrates taking the wicket of England’s Alastair Cook PA Images / Alamy Stock Photo
Ryan Harris had quite a journey on his way to becoming Baggy Green 413. Along the way, he was part of an IPL winning team at the Deccan Chargers, won a Sheffield Shield and was player of the match in a domestic One Day Final for Queensland.
In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast we will learn of where his passion for the game began, the hard conversation he had with his coach Wayne Phillips that was a turning point in his career & what it was like to be player of the series in an Ashes series in England and winning one 5-0 on home soil. We also get a run down of the famous delivery he bowled to dismiss Alistair Cook.
Needless to say, he will select three people he would most like to have a net with and for the first time a golfer is nominated to join two legendary cricketers who are also proficient golfers.
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In this uplifting episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, Sydney Sixers rising star Elsa Hunter joins us for a vibrant conversation during a crucial stretch of the WBBL season. Elsa shares her insights on the Sixers' strong team vibe, the calm and powerful leadership of new captain Ash Gardner, and what it’s like learning from icons such as Ellyse Perry, Alyssa Healy, and the squad’s international talent.
She reflects on her journey from playing local boys’ cricket in Malaysia to becoming a WNCL champion with the NSW Breakers, opening up about finding joy in the game, coping with pressure on the big stage, and navigating the friendly but fierce Sixers–Thunder rivalry.
Elsa also talks about the influence of different coaches, the importance of the mental side of cricket, and her dream of one day representing Australia.
A warm, inspiring, and engaging chat with one of the brightest young talents in the game.
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– The Ashes 2009 – npower Third Test – Day Two – England v Australia – Edgbaston Photographer: Stephen PondPA Images / Alamy Stock Photo
Graham Manou’s Test debut for Australia during the 2009 Ashes tour holds a special place in his cricketing journey. Stepping onto the field at Birmingham, after incumbent wicket keeper Brad Haddin was a late withdrawal from the fixture with a broken finger, Manou’s remarkable debut showcased his personal achievements and highlighted the power of team culture and a sense of belonging. In this article, we delve into Manou’s recollections of his debut, emphasising the warm camaraderie within the team and the unique sense of unity he experienced during the Ashes series.
As Manou reflects on his debut, he fondly remembers the supportive environment created by the team. The warm-up session before the match allowed the players to connect and prepare for the upcoming challenge. It is evident that the presence of experienced players, such as Ricky Ponting, contributed to a nurturing atmosphere.
“I had never experienced such culture and cohesion in a group….. Geez they made you feel like you were a part of it, you had earned it and you deserved to be there, even despite the circumstances.” Manou recounts.
Graham describes the experience of being part of the Australian Test squad during the Ashes series as something truly special. The players had all achieved success individually and were now united in their mission to reclaim the Ashes urn. This shared experience and collective goal created a strong bond among the team members.
“What I do recall during that period of time was how happy every single person in that group was for everybody when they succeeded” Manou recalls.
Graham Manou’s debut exemplified the power of belonging and unity within a team. Despite the pressure and the weight of the Ashes rivalry, he felt a deep sense of acceptance and support from his teammates. This sense of belonging allowed Manou to perform at his best and embrace the opportunity to represent his country in such a high-stakes series.
After Ponting won the toss and elected to bat, the Australians made a modest 263 with Shane Watson top scoring with 62. Manou then enjoyed the thrill of taking his first catch behind the stumps in a test match when Peter Siddle found the edge of Alister Cook’s bat in the second over of the England innings. He would take a further two catches as England posted an impressive 376 giving them the ascendency in the test match.
After day three was lost due to rain, the draw was the most likely result and with an unbeaten hundred from Michael Clarke, supported by half-centuries to North, Hussey and Watson, this was the eventual outcome of the match.
Graham Manou’s Test debut during the 2009 Ashes tour remains a significant milestone in his cricketing career. It not only marked his personal achievements but also showcased the importance of team culture and a sense of belonging. Manou’s recollections highlight the supportive environment created by experienced players like Ricky Ponting and the strong camaraderie that fuelled the Australian team’s pursuit of victory. His journey from domestic cricket to the Ashes stage serves as a testament to perseverance, dedication, and the power of a cohesive team unit in the highly competitive world of international cricket.
In this uplifting episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, Sydney Sixers rising star Elsa Hunter joins us for a vibrant conversation during a crucial stretch of the WBBL season. Elsa shares her insights on the Sixers' strong team vibe, the calm and powerful leadership of new captain Ash Gardner, and what it’s like learning from icons such as Ellyse Perry, Alyssa Healy, and the squad’s international talent.
She reflects on her journey from playing local boys’ cricket in Malaysia to becoming a WNCL champion with the NSW Breakers, opening up about finding joy in the game, coping with pressure on the big stage, and navigating the friendly but fierce Sixers–Thunder rivalry.
Elsa also talks about the influence of different coaches, the importance of the mental side of cricket, and her dream of one day representing Australia.
A warm, inspiring, and engaging chat with one of the brightest young talents in the game.
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Australia’s Rene Farrell celebrates taking the wicket of England’s Heather Knight for 4 during the second Twenty20 match of the Women’s Ashes series at the BrightonandHoveJobs.com County Ground, Brighton.PA Images / Alamy Stock Photo
Rene Farrell forged a successful career for Australia across all three formats of the game.
In this edition of the Cricket Library Podcast we get to hear more of the Rene Farrell story which started when her mum told her and her brother they could either play tennis or cricket.
She would go on to have success playing for the highly successful NSW Breakers, WA, Sydney Thunder and Australia where she represented in all three formats.
We hear about winning WNCL titles, taking wickets on debut, batting in super overs, playing in a home World Cup, winning the World T20 title, reclaiming the Ashes in England, scoring a couple of hundreds for Nottinghamshire and of course the famous Ashes Hat Trick!
Rene who has experienced a net with Australian television presenter Karl Stefanovic, gives considerable thought to her three net session selections and her choices will not disappoint.
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In this uplifting episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, Sydney Sixers rising star Elsa Hunter joins us for a vibrant conversation during a crucial stretch of the WBBL season. Elsa shares her insights on the Sixers' strong team vibe, the calm and powerful leadership of new captain Ash Gardner, and what it’s like learning from icons such as Ellyse Perry, Alyssa Healy, and the squad’s international talent.
She reflects on her journey from playing local boys’ cricket in Malaysia to becoming a WNCL champion with the NSW Breakers, opening up about finding joy in the game, coping with pressure on the big stage, and navigating the friendly but fierce Sixers–Thunder rivalry.
Elsa also talks about the influence of different coaches, the importance of the mental side of cricket, and her dream of one day representing Australia.
A warm, inspiring, and engaging chat with one of the brightest young talents in the game.
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This edition of the Cricket Library Podcast is all about the Ashes as we chat with author Martin Lenehan about his new book THE ASHES – 140 YEARS OF RIVALRY, RITUALS AND RESPECT.
Martin shares about his love of the game, his early Ashes memories and what the Ashes mean to so many Australians.
We ask him how he went about putting the book together and the challenging task of squeezing as many magic Ashes moments in as possible.
Martin shares some of his personal favourite moments from cricket’s greatest rivalry and gives us insights into some of his conversations with Ashes greats in putting the book together.
Finally we ask Martin to select three Ashes heroes that he would most like to join him in the nets.
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THE ASHES 140 YEARS OF RIVALRY, RITUALS AND RESPECT is available at all good bookstores and online via the Cricket Australia Online Store.
In this uplifting episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, Sydney Sixers rising star Elsa Hunter joins us for a vibrant conversation during a crucial stretch of the WBBL season. Elsa shares her insights on the Sixers' strong team vibe, the calm and powerful leadership of new captain Ash Gardner, and what it’s like learning from icons such as Ellyse Perry, Alyssa Healy, and the squad’s international talent.
She reflects on her journey from playing local boys’ cricket in Malaysia to becoming a WNCL champion with the NSW Breakers, opening up about finding joy in the game, coping with pressure on the big stage, and navigating the friendly but fierce Sixers–Thunder rivalry.
Elsa also talks about the influence of different coaches, the importance of the mental side of cricket, and her dream of one day representing Australia.
A warm, inspiring, and engaging chat with one of the brightest young talents in the game.
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On July 14, 1993 Wayne Holdsworth wrote his name in the history books claiming a hat trick whilst playing for Australia against Derbyshire on the 1993 Ashes tour.
Day One had not gone to plan for Wayne with the ball as he reflected to Matt Ellis on the Cricket Library Podcast.
Yeah that’s another interesting story because I think the day before I had one for, I think it was seventy or eighty off nine or ten overs, so I was getting hit all over the place and I remember sitting at the bar with Steve Waugh that night and he said what did you think? And I said well I can’t bowl any worse, he said yeah I agree so he said let’s have a beer and we had a couple of beers. The next day I bowled this massive booming outswinger, I thought that’s a bit weird, I didn’t do that yesterday. Then I took four wickets in the next 15 balls or something with the hat trick so it was a complete turn around from one day to the next day and I finished with five for a hundred or something but the unfortunate thing was for the guy who was the hat trick wicket was that he actually didn’t hit it and I’ve got video highlights of Tim Zoehrer taking the catch and he sort of goes to try and throw it to first slip and then you see him just look straight back at the umpire and then everyone starts patting me on the back and I remember the umpire behind me go yes that’s out and the guy had hit his pad and it was one of those ones where you go he either hit it or he didn’t but I could see that he probably didn’t hit it but the poor guy was given out and I got a hat trick and you know you take the good with the bad, there’s other balls I bowled where I probably got guys out and given not out. The funny part was Allan Border walked up with the ball and he said you are not going to keep this ball are you and I said well what do you do when you get a hundred and he went yeah good point.”
Wayne Holdsworth
You can listen to our full interview with Wayne Holdsworth from the Cricket Library Podcast here.
Keep your eye out on your podcast feeds tomorrow for our latest episode of the Cricket Library Podcast featuring an interview with Alistair McDermott.
2022 will be a massive year for the Australian Women’s Cricket Team with a home Ashes series starting with a Test in Canberra followed by 3 T20’s and 3 ODI’s.
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