It struck me that as one of the new boys on the popular BBC test Match Special fans might like to know more about Dan Norcross. the man behind the dulcet tones. I’ve been lucky enough to get to know him a bit after meeting him at a benefit lunch for Darren Stevens last year, … More Dan Norcross – from the sofa to the TMS box
Having had a day of showers and almost Autumnal weather for Day 1 of the Edgbaston test a better day was promised weather wise. Could the on field antics match those of the previous day? It seems that anything is possible in this Ashes series and wow yes it was to be another cracker! I … More England v Australia – Edgbaston – Day 2 – Event 100
After the horror that was Day 4 of the 2nd Ashes Test at Lords I headed to Birmingham with a level of trepidation. It was highly unlikely that we’d see a repeat of England capitulating in an afternoon, but could they bounce back from a record defeat? With the chance to pick my days I … More England v Australia – Edgbaston Day 1 – Event 99
I have to confess to delaying writing this particular ‘event’ up for some strange reason. I am inclined not to write any words and just post lots of photos. But, that’s not my way so here we go. Lords – the Home of Cricket – is the one ground I had no control over when … More England v Australia – Lords Day 4 – Event 93
A reasonable nights’ sleep and it was time to head back into Cardiff for what I hoped would be the final day of the 1st Ashes Test. England had set Australia a target of 412 to win the game. Theoretically they had 2 days to get that total, although rain was promised for Day 5. … More England v Australia – Cardiff Day 4 – Event 91
A quick explanation before I start – I took the decision when I started on my blog that each day, each game on the same day would be its own event. And so here’s the first of what could be 13 days at The Ashes for me this summer! That’s all dependent on both the … More England v Australia – Cardiff Day 3 – Event 90
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