Endless Summers - The Test Cricket History of Australia

The English arrive to face the Australians again after their demolishion in 1921. The visitors bring a some new talent to face the dominant Australians, whilst the home side unearth some new players of their own as the battle for the Ashes continues.    You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scorecards - https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/england-tour-of-australia-1924-25-61724/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

The English arrive to face the Australians again after their demolishion in 1921. The visitors bring a some new talent to face the dominant Australians, whilst the home side unearth some new players of their own as the battle for the Ashes continues.  You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scorecards - https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/england-tour-of-australia-1924-25-61724/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

An exhausting tour of England is followed by three tests in South Africa. The Australians are under new management as they look to finish off their 7 month sojurn in style.    You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scorecards - https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/australia-tour-of-south-africa-1921-22-61377

The Australians travel to England to see if they can maintain their dominance from the previous summer. The Australians soon show that their 5-0 result wasn't a fluke.  You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scorecards - https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/australia-tour-of-england-1921-61330/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results  

The Australians travel to England to see if they can maintain their dominance from the previous summer. The Australians soon show that their 5-0 result wasn't a fluke.  You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scorecards - https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/australia-tour-of-england-1921-61330/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results  

Test Cricket resumes after the war with some old faces and new blood for both sides. Crowds flock to witness some sparkling cricket, especially from the Australians new all-round star Jack Gregory. You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scorecards - https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/the-ashes-1920-21-60301/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

Test Cricket resumes after the war with some old faces and new blood for both sides. Crowds flock to witness some sparkling cricket, especially from the Australians new all-round star Jack Gregory. You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scorecards - https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/the-ashes-1920-21-60301/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

Following the First World war, an Australian side made up of serviceman is drafted to tour England and South Africa. The side features many players who would go on to be Australian Test stars, including Herbie Collins and Jack Gregory.    You can contact Engless Summers at [email protected]   Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1  

I look back over the second season of Endless Summers and the key trends of the era as opposed to season 1. I also go through what I consider to be the best team from Australia and their opponents for era. It would be great if you could leave a review on Apple or Spotify with feedback about what I could do better with the show. You can also contact me directly at [email protected] or on Twitter @kyptastic1

The rifts of 1912 heal slowly for Australian cricket. Just as things look to be settling, cricket has to take a back-seat to the unfolding tragedy of the First World War   You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1

Hopes are high for the first ever international cricket multi-team event, the Triangular Tournament, held in England in 1912. However, issues of weather and an inexperienced and rowdy Australian touring squad coming to grips with the drama of the previous summer, threaten the success of the venture. You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/triangular-tournament-1912-60296

Hopes are high for the first ever international cricket multi-team event, the Triangular Tournament, held in England in 1912. However, issues of weather and an inexperienced and rowdy Australian touring squad coming to grips with the drama of the previous summer, threaten the success of the venture.  You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/triangular-tournament-1912-60296

After two successive losses, the English are desperate to win back the Ashes and turn to the man who last beat the Aussies in their own backyard. The Australians meanwhile not only have to worry about their opponents on the pitch, but the machinations of their Board as well. You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scorecards - https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/england-tour-of-australia-1911-12-61704

After two successive losses, the English are desperate to win back the Ashes and turn to the man who last beat the Aussies in their own backyard. The Australians meanwhile not only have to worry about their opponents on the pitch, but the machinations of their Board as well. You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scorecards - https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/england-tour-of-australia-1911-12-61704  

A new captain takes charge of Australia as South Africa tours for the first time. A high scoring season sees some incredible batting feats as the visitors see if they can knock off the might of Australia. Please leave a rating and a review if you've enjoyed this show. You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scoreboards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/south-africa-tour-of-australia-1910-11-61827

A new captain takes charge of Australia as South Africa tours for the first time. A high scoring season sees some incredible batting feats as the visitors see if they can knock off the might of Australia. Please leave a rating and a review if you've enjoyed this show.  You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scoreboards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/south-africa-tour-of-australia-1910-11-61827

Fresh off regaining the Ashes at home, Monty Noble's Australians head back to face the old enemy on their turf. With some fresh new talent ready to make a name for themselves, Noble leads a side well equipped for the challenge.   You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scoreboards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/the-ashes-1909-60292/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

Fresh off regaining the Ashes at home, Monty Noble's Australians head back to face the old enemy on their turf. With some fresh new talent ready to make a name for themselves, Noble leads a side well equipped for the challenge.    You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scoreboards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/the-ashes-1909-60292/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

The Board of Control continues to tighten its grip on Australian cricket, with the players starting to lose their autonomy. The English send out a weakened side, but a strong start means the Australians will have to work hard to try to win a series after two successive Ashes defeats.   You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/the-ashes-1907-08-60291/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

The Board of Control continues to tighten its grip on Australian cricket, with the players starting to lose their autonomy. The English send out a weakened side, but a strong start means the Australians will have to work hard to try to win a series after two successive Ashes defeats.    You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/the-ashes-1907-08-60291/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

After their first series loss in 8 years, the Australians look to get their revenge on their tour of England in 1905. They are led by their returning captain Joe Darling who has to face two implaccable foes - the most organised English test team in history and a newly formed Board of Control at home that wants to take charge of all cricket.  You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/australia-tour-of-england-1905-61361

After their first series loss in 8 years, the Australians look to get their revenge on their tour of England in 1905. They are led by their returning captain Joe Darling who has to face two implaccable foes - the most organised English test team in history and a newly formed Board of Control at home that wants to take charge of all cricket.  You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/australia-tour-of-england-1905-61361

The all-conquering Australians return home the best cricket side in the world. The English turn to an unlikely man to captain their return to glory. He brings to Australia a secret weapon, a bowler with a new delivery that would change the face of cricket forever. You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/england-marylebone-cricket-club-tour-of-australia-1903-04-61702/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

The all-conquering Australians return home the best cricket side in the world. The English turn to an unlikely man to captain their return to glory. He brings to Australia a secret weapon, a bowler with a new delivery that would change the face of cricket forever.  You can contact Endless Summers at [email protected] Follow the creator on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1 Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/england-marylebone-cricket-club-tour-of-australia-1903-04-61702/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

Just a quick update on the status of the show as we approach the midway point of Season 2. Also includes a list of the sources I use to construct each episode. To contact me about the show, you can email [email protected] or contact me on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Kyptastic1  

The Australians head to the new frontier of South Africa following their tour of England. The Australians are looking to continue their recent test successes, but come across a different type of pitch and a home side that is gaining confidence in their abilities as two players in particularly stamp themselves of the highest quality compared to any others in the world.    Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/australia-in-south-africa-test-series-1902-03-60286/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

The Australians head to England attempting to win their fourth consecutive series against the old enemy. The atrocious weather conditions cause havoc for most, but not Victor Trumper, who will emerge from this tour having played some of the most astounding cricket the game had seen, whilst the final two tests of the series would go down in history as some of the finest ever played.   This is part 2 of 2 episodes covering the 1902 series. Part 1 was released last week.    Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/australia-tour-of-england-1902-61340

The Australians head to England attempting to win their fourth consecutive series against the old enemy. The atrocious weather conditions cause havoc for most, but not Victor Trumper, who will emerge from this tour having played some of the most astounding cricket the game had seen, whilst the final two tests of the series would go down in history as some of the finest ever played.    This is part 1 of 2 episodes covering the 1902 series. Part 2 will be released next week.    Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/australia-tour-of-england-1902-61340

Following an interregnum caused by the Boer War, England return to Australian shores. Archie Maclaren's side was inexperienced, but had with it a secret weapon, whilst the Australians would begin to develop new talent that would go on to play key roles in the series to come.   This is part 2 of 2 episdoes covering the 1901/02 series. Part 1 was released last week.    Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/england-tour-of-australia-1901-02-61721

Following an interregnum caused by the Boer War, England return to Australian shores. Archie Maclaren's side was inexperienced, but had with it a secret weapon, whilst the Australians would begin to develop new talent that would go on to play key roles in the series to come.    This is part 1 of 2 episdoes covering the 1901/02 series. Part 2 will be released the week after this one.   Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/england-tour-of-australia-1901-02-61721

With a new captain, the Australians head to England in 1899 brimming with confidence after their series victory the previous year. A last minute addition makes a serious splash, whilst Australia's first great fast bowler puts in a performance for the ages. 

Depsite their loss in 1896, the Australians return home confident of success against the next English touring side. The English bring a strong squad, including the new wonder of English cricket Ranjitsinhji, but they run into a fired up Joe Darling, who will set new batting records with his performance in this series.    This is part 1 of 2 episodes covering the 1897/98 series. Part 1 was released last week. 

Depsite their loss in 1896, the Australians return home confident of success against the next English touring side. The English bring a strong squad, including the new wonder of English cricket Ranjitsinhji, but they run into a fired up Joe Darling, who will set new batting records with his performance in this series.    This is part 1 of 2 episdoes covering the 1897/98 series. Part 2 will be released the week after this one. 

The Australians head to England with a new captain in Harry Trott and attempt to win a series in the Mother country for only the second time. The series is a closely fought one and comes down to the final day where a new star emerges for the Australians. 

I look back over the first season of Endless Summers, what I learned and what surprised me. I also go through what I consider to be the best team from Australia and their opponents for era. It would be great if you could leave a review on Apple or Spotify with feedback about what I could do better with the show. You can also contact me directly at [email protected] or on Twitter @pod_endless

The final episode of Season 1 sees new heroes rise as old favourites take their final bows on the Test stage with the backdrop of one of the most exciting and competitive Ashes series in years that goes all the way to the wire. 

Having finally broken their series win drought, Australia heads to England for the 1893 seriies with a renewed confidence, bringing along an eccentric Queenslander and a possible new star batsman from Victoria. However, things don't go quite to plan. 

WG Grace is finally convinced to tour Australia again for the first time in 18 years. With the local game in a resurgence, Australia comes up against one of the strongest English sides ever assembled as they look to break a 10 year drought against the old enemy. 

Billy Murdoch finally returns to a the Australian side after a 6 year absence, captaining the 7th touring side to travel to England. There, a future captain shows grit whilst a climactic finish to the second test has fans recalling the drama of 1882. 

Turner and Ferris take their double act on the road, breaking wicket taking records on the 1888 tour of England. The reliance on their brilliance achieves great results at first, but cracks begin to show as the tour progresses. 

With Australian cricket in the doldrums, the last thing they need is another tour from England. What they get is two competing tours that bring the finances of the game to the brink. Meanwhile, The Terror continues to wreak havoc on English batsmen. 

New faces, including two new star bowlers and a new captain, take the field against an experienced English touring side, whilst old warriors depart the stage for the Australians. 

Following the disputes with the previous touring side, the Melbourne Cricket Club takes charge of the 1886 tour. They put the tour in the hands of a young captain who has to bring together an experienced, but jaded side for another crack at the old enemy on their home turf. 

The actions of the 1884 Australians come back to bite them as disputes over money see 25 men play test cricket for Australia this summer, whilst a giant player finally lives up to his potential. 

Following Ivo Bligh's successful heist of the Ashes, an experienced Australian side return once again to England with their eyes focused more on making money than recovering the Urn. 

Following the incredible events of 1882, a future Lord vows to redeem the honour of England cricket and reclaim the Ashes. 

The Australians return to England and achieve spectacular results, but doubt remains as to whether they can stand up to the best of England at home. Through the efforts of their Demon Bowler, they are able to show they are more than a match for their English counterparts.

New and Familiar faces join in another tour of Australia that sees four test matches played and the arrival of a young Victorian batsman of great promise

The third Australian touring side of 1880 sees the First Test Match played in England and the arrival of the next Australian batting star Billy Murdoch. 

An Australian side ventures to England, winning many admirers. The English return for another tour which includes the third test match and a riot that threatens relations between the two cricketing nations.