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After following up a strong win over host England with a crushing win over trans-Tasman rival New Zealand, Aaron Finch’s side head towards the…
After managing just one Duckworth-Lewis-assisted win from their seven World Cup games so far, South Africa have rapidly emerged as the new minnows of…
After comfortable victories against Pakistan and Sri Lanka, Australia’s World Cup campaign is looking healthier than it did a week ago. However, despite encouraging…
After a narrow victory against the West Indies and a disappointing loss to India, Australia have limited options to right the ship for the…
With Australia unable to reclaim the Border-Gavaskar trophy after a crushing loss in the Boxing Day Test, the selectors continue their puzzling recent trend…
With the standoff between Cricket Australia and the Australian Cricketers' Association finally concluding in the announcement of a new deal on Thursday afternoon, it…
Following two unprecedented bludgeonings at the hands of a dominant South Africa, an overhaul of the Australian team is expected for the final Test.…
With humiliating performances rapidly becoming the modus operandi for our Test side, a mid-90s ECB style overhaul of the team must be just around…
Australian batting coach Michael Di Venuto quietly announced this week that he will be stepping down from the role following the completion of the…
With the recent announcement that young firebrand James Pattinson will miss the rest of the summer with shin issues, the alarm bells must be…
With Cricket Australia announcing that national bowling coach Craig McDermott is finishing his time with the team after the T20 World Cup, the search…
Along with the Gabba in Brisbane, the WACA Ground in Perth usually poses the biggest challenges to touring sides. The WACA missed out on…
As the Trans-Tasman Test series heads to the Wild West, it's time for New Zealand to fight fire with fire. The Australian side have…
Every year, I get sucked in to reading articles that make the same tired assertions. This player is 'dodgy'. That team plays the game…
Wicketkeeping is often a thankless job. Sometimes, it can seem like you are only readily apparent when you make a mistake, while hours of…
Armed with a group of grizzled veterans and retired greats reminiscent of an Eagles tour, Shane Warne and Sachin Tendulkar have turned into cricket…
After two brutal defeats from their opening two matches, the debut season for the recently launched Cricket Australia XI could not have gotten off…
The federal government has moved to expand legislation that facilitates stripping Australians of their citizenship, with the national cricket side firmly in their sights.…
English cricket has faced a backlash in recent days, with an apparent break in tradition behind the tension. Many older English fans expected a…
Well, this is awkward. Just days after Australia completed a humiliating 405-run bludgeoning of the old enemy, reports from the UK suggest wicketkeeper Brad…
You wonder if coaches would be better served to not pump up some players’ tyres. I know the side is in transition, but the majority of players would still benefit from being forced to put in 2-3 outstanding Shield seasons before being picked for the Test side.
Picking Marsh over Burns would be folly
Totally agree, Allan. The 24 hour media cycle and constant desire for sound bites has coaches and players saying more than is necessary most of the time, or giving inane utterances that journos feed on. One sentence can become an article, which can be odd, and often pointless. I saw an article yesterday than Shane Watson was backing Mitchell Marsh to score runs in the next game. It’s hardly newsworthy stuff. Perhaps if he said that he had a voodoo dolls of MMarsh with multiple pins in the hamstrings we’d have a story, but alas.
Personally, I’d like to see a bit of mystery return to cricket and the naming of sides. We’ve been announcing the XI the day before the game starts in recent years, which is a bit of a fizzer. I used to enjoy hearing the captain speak about changes to the side after the toss, but now it’s all on social media well in advance.
Picking Marsh over Burns would be folly
It’s the only Australian ground where I’d consider resting Lyon and playing four quicks, which would include Siddle. I’m happy with the three quicks we’re playing.
How to win at the WACA
Neesham contributed a match total of 20 overs, 1/111, and 6 runs from 40 balls at the Gabba. I’m pretty sure Ronchi would achieve more with the bat, and his fielding would be of more value than Neesham’s bowling.
New Zealand should play Luke Ronchi in the Perth Test
Good to hear your story, Ryan. I miss Grantland already.
Tired stereotypes and cliches equal lazy analysis
The fact my absurd story is a possibility says it all, doesn’t it? 🙂
Tired stereotypes and cliches equal lazy analysis
Absolutely, Paul. When the AFL set up their ‘media centre’ a few years ago, what they didn’t tell us is that articles would be generated by an algorithm. It is so sophisticated that it even creates the name of a writer, to give the impression that a human was somehow involved in its creation.
Very pleased to hear your experience with Experts on here has been as positive as mine. It’s great to have a site employing people capable of going beyond the obvious and providing quality analysis.
Tired stereotypes and cliches equal lazy analysis
Thanks, Wayne. I appreciate the feedback. Glad to hear your experience on here has been positive, as has mine. That’s a great opportunity getting to interview a Matildas’ player. I hope you have similar opportunities in the future.
Tired stereotypes and cliches equal lazy analysis
You’re welcome, Brett. I always enjoy your articles, and have appreciated the times, like today, when you have commented on my articles. Writers like yourself, Ronan and others provide great feedback in your comments, and I have certainly taken on board suggestions you have made in the past, including, ironically, a lack of evidence on my part on occasion!
You are correct in your observation on what prompted this article, and also that the response was great. I didn’t bother adding a comment to the masses, but instead chose to offer what is hopefully seen as an encouragement to all writers on here, especially us folk in ‘the crowd’ to keep aiming high.
Thanks again for taking the time to comment, and all the best.
Tired stereotypes and cliches equal lazy analysis
Fair call, Ronan. Thanks for the advice and encouragement.
Tired stereotypes and cliches equal lazy analysis
Allanthus, that comment was huuuuge. You’re a big unit. Turn it up!
Tired stereotypes and cliches equal lazy analysis
You’re right, Nordburg. Far too often, the headline ends up being the article. No need to read the body text in those cases.
Tired stereotypes and cliches equal lazy analysis
Absolutely, Ronan. 95% of articles and probably 80% of comments on here are well-evidenced and supported. Like you, I have found comments to be constructive and often educational, which is great.
I guess my main point here was to encourage writers and commenters to keep aiming high, and avoid falling into accusations and cliches with no supporting evidence, as a article with a high number of critical comments did recently.
To answer your question, I suppose I fall into the aspiring journo category at the end of the day.
Tired stereotypes and cliches equal lazy analysis
Absolutely, Camo. Blackham was a beast. I’d highly recommend reading the book. Oldfield and Tallon were fascinating characters as well. Add it to your Christmas list!
'Give it up and take up bowling': A review of Malcolm Knox’s The Keepers
If we’re going with modern template with batting playing a crucial role, it’d have to be Gilly. In my lifetime, best pure glovemen I’ve seen are Ian Healt and Darren Berry, with Gilly’s keeping also right up there.
'Give it up and take up bowling': A review of Malcolm Knox’s The Keepers
It’s certainly an untapped market. Could be a cash cow if it’s well managed.
Shane and Sachin take America
Security also appeared to be focused on keeping him away from the boundary reporter…
Shane and Sachin take America
I didn’t see any sign of a speed gun, but it’s tough to gauge whether the pace was all that impressive, or the ageing reflexes of opposition batsmen played a role!
Shane and Sachin take America
Took awhile to register with me that they were actually talking about the game, rather than their careers or pizza preferences. Having Warne on the ground instead of the commentary box always helps on that front.
The fans certainly loved the Sehwag/Tendulkar opening combination. Next two games are in Houston on 11/11, and LA on 14/11. I hope at least one of the venues resembles a cricket field, but I guess they want seating capacity over appropriate playing conditions!
Shane and Sachin take America
I was expecting Agar to open with Warner and provide a second spin option, like Moeen Ali. That seems like a winning strategy…
Burns, Khawaja named in Australian Test squad to play New Zealand
It’s a concern, but Starc’s current form is too strong to leave him out. Siddle is an option, although unlikely to dislodge any of those three.
The Cricket Australia XI need more experience
Ryan Harris would be a great choice, especially given he’s already heading down the coaching pathway. A somewhat left field choice like Michael Hogan could work too, especially with his vast experience in English conditions. A very underrated bowler.
Bowling coach key to success of Australia's upcoming quicks