Monthly Archives: October 2007

First Test – get your teams in!

Ok readers, it’s time to pick your test team from the massive pile of talent currently being paraded in the Pura Cup. I managed to only pick three Queenslanders, bonus marks if you pick a team with less My First … Continue reading

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Katto brings in triple ton, oh for one more day

The recent ‘test match’ between the mighty NSW blues and some cane toads this weekend has showcased some fantastic cricket. 8 Australian players were featured, however none of the TV networks thought to broadcast the event so I had to … Continue reading

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All hail the Springboks

Is it just me or has the world of rugby gone completely mad since the Boks ground out a 15-6 win over the Red Roses in possibly the least entertaining RWC Final to date? I will of course give the … Continue reading

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Laws of Backyard Cricket

Here’s another parody I wrote in 2004 while backpacking around Europe. It’s received over 50,000 hits, was featured on the front page of the Sydney Morning Herald (Column 8.. but still front page!), and I received hundreds of emails. I … Continue reading

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All Blacks Choke.. who would have thought!

This story I wrote 13 months ago has shown to be more truthful that I’d anticipated. Robbie Deans will no doubt be sitting by the phone.. NZ Herald

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