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The Cricket Library
by Matt Ellis
The Cricket Library Podcast has the aim of providing a platform for people to share their stories of how the game of cricket has impacted their lives and the lives of others in a positive way. Guests range from people who have had a career in elite level cricket as well as cricket tragics from all walks of life.
Episodes
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Adrian Griffith on Cricket, Identity & Life Beyond the Game
Former West Indies opening batter, Adrian Griffith joins the Cricket Library Podcast for a fascinating and deeply reflective conversation about cricket, identity, purpose, and life beyond the game. Growing up in Barbados, Adrian rose through Caribbean cricket to become an opening batter for the...
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Babette de Leede - World Cup & Global Cricket Journey
What does it take to go from the Netherlands to the world stage of cricket? In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, Babette de Leede shares her incredible journey through international cricket—from her early days in the Netherlands to competing on the global stage at the ICC Women's T20...
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Paul Harris - The Journey of a Proteas Spinner
In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, former South Africa national cricket team spinner Paul Harris joins us for a fascinating conversation on life at the highest level of world cricket. From bowling to legends like Sachin Tendulkar and challenging players such as Phil Hughes, to facing...
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Paul Van Meekeren - Associate Cricket To World Stage
In this episode of The Cricket Library Podcast, Dutch international Paul van Meekeren takes us inside one of the most remarkable journeys in modern cricket. From a six-over thriller where he claimed four wickets against Ireland, to battling through shin splints in his very first international...
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Ken Piesse - A Life In Cricket Writing
In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, host Matt Ellis sits down with one of Australia’s most prolific cricket writers, Ken Piesse. With a career spanning decades, Ken has written more than 90 books on the game and served as editor of the legendary Cricketer magazine. His work has...
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Nikhil Kulkarni | Every Day of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy | A Fan’s Journey
What does it mean to truly love cricket? In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, host Matt Ellis sits down with author and cricket tragic Nikhil Kulkarni to explore his deeply personal book, My Summer of Cricket. From a village in North Karnataka in India to the grand stadiums of…
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Gavin Dovey - From the Australian Team to Leading NT Cricket
What does it take to build a life in cricket at the highest level? In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, host Matt Ellis sits down with Gavin Dovey to explore a remarkable journey through Australian sport. Now the CEO of Northern Territory Cricket, Gavin has spent decades working behind...
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Tammy Bartaia - Bollywood Dreams
Tammy Bartaia is an International actress, TV presenter and author. From the age of seven her dream was to become an actress. She studied screen acting at the National Institute of Dramatic Art ( Nida) in Sydney, Australia. She is well known to cricket fans around the world for her role in the...
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Anupam Sharma - When Bollywood Meets the Baggy Green
Anupam Sharma sits down with MJ Ellis & shares the origins of his deep love for cricket, reflecting on how the game shaped his early life and continues to inspire his storytelling. We hear how his journey into the film industry began, including a remarkable encounter with Bollywood icon Feroz…
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Elsa Hunter - WBBL Vibes
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…
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Dr John Orchard - New Chapters in Cricket & Medicine
In this must-listen episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, Matt Ellis chats with Dr John Orchard, one of the world’s most respected voices in sports medicine. With decades of experience treating elite cricketers, Dr Orchard shares stories from his journey in the game, the evolution of injury...
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Faye Tunnicliffe - Pursuing Excellence
Faye Tunnicliffe is our latest guest on the Cricket Library Podcast! Delve into the world of someone dedicated to pursuing excellence and getting the best out of herself as a cricketer and human being. Faye shares with us the origins of her passion for cricket, her health and fitness journey, and...
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Monali Patel - From Passion to Profession
In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, we are joined by former Canadian cricketer Monali Patel, whose remarkable journey in cricket has taken her across continents. Monali shares how she discovered the sport as a teenager, her experiences representing Canada on the international stage…
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Malcolm Conn - Behind The Headlines
In the latest edition of the Cricket Library Podcast, award-winning cricket writer Malcolm Conn joins us for an engaging conversation about his many decades of covering cricket. Mal shares the origins of his passion for cricket growing up in the country, getting his first gig as a journalist,...
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James Knight - The Gift of Stories
This week, we’re thrilled to bring you the inspiring story of James Knight—a master storyteller, literacy advocate, cricket tragic and bestselling author. In this heartfelt conversation, James reflects on his journey from bush cricket fields to discovering the rich tapestry of cultures through...
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Patrick Farhart - Unlocking Peak Performance
In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, Matt Ellis sits down with esteemed physiotherapist Patrick Farhart, who has worked with some of the most successful cricket teams around the world in a career spanning many years. The conversation opens with Farhart's journey into cricket, a sport…
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Xara Jetly - The X-Factor
Xara Jetly is a passionate and accomplished cricketer who is making waves in professional women's cricket. At just 22 years old, Xara has already established herself as a key player for Wellington and has experience playing in the UK to hone her skills further. Known for her extraordinary…
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Richard Chee Quee - Breaking Barriers & Inspiring Change
Richard Chee Quee, often remembered as a trailblazer in Australian cricket, carved a unique career on the field with his distinctive flair and talent. Chee Quee gained recognition playing first-class cricket as an opening batsman for New South Wales from the early 1990s. He is celebrated for his...
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Shane Jurgensen - Journeyman
Shane Jurgensen, former First Class cricketer and current head coach of the Wellington Firebirds, shares his journey in cricket and coaching with Matt Ellis on the Cricket Library podcast. From his early days surrounded by cricket to playing for Queensland, Western Australia and Tasmania…
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Courtney Sippel - Bringing the Heat
Step into the world of Courtney Sippel, a rising star from Country Queensland, leaving her mark with the Brisbane Heat in the WBBL and Queensland in the WNCL. Delve deep with us as Courtney reveals the genesis of her cricketing passion, the relentless dedication it takes to secure a place in the...
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Surbhi Vaid - Star on the Rise
Surbhi Vaid is a young broadcaster on the rise, having worked as an on-air talent in the IPL and WPL. She sits down with Matt Ellis to share the origins of her passion for cricket, embracing the nerves that come with being on camera, working with Aussie legend Brett Lee, the positive impact of…
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Tatenda Taibu - Keeping The Faith
Tatenda Taibu had a meteoric rise in the cricket world, making his First Class debut as a 16-year-old and taking on the Zimbabwean captaincy at just 20 years of age. In this edition of the Cricket Library Podcast, Tatenda takes us back to the origins of his passion for the game, the influence of...
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Alan Curr - Adventures In Japan & Beyond
Alan Curr has an adventurous spirit that has taken him to all corners of the globe. In this edition of the Cricket Library Podcast, he shares the origins of his passions for the game, organising a game of cricket on Mt Everest, landing a job with Japan cricket & the emergence of cricket in Japan....
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David Hussey - A Life In Cricket
Dive into our latest Cricket Library Podcast episode featuring the incredible David Hussey! Join us as we explore the origins of David's cricketing passions, his breakthrough into the Victorian team, the unforgettable double century against NSW in Newcastle, and the thrill of representing…
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Jimmy Adams - Grateful
Join us for the latest edition of the Cricket Library Podcast as Matt Ellis sits down with former West Indies captain Jimmy Adams. Jimmy shares about his love of the game growing up in rural Jamaica, what wearing the maroon West Indies cap meant to him, the keys to his success with the bat on the...
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Richard McInnes - All The Good Stuff Happens On The Other Side Of Fear
Join us for the latest edition of the Cricket Library Podcast as Matt Ellis sits down with Richard McInnes. He shares his remarkable story, from growing up in country Queensland to working with some of Australia's best male and female cricketers. Richard gives insights into his time working with...
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Adam Hollioake Special Guest On The Cricket Library Podcast
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...
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Baggy Green 377 - Adam Dale
In the latest episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, Matt Ellis sits down with former QLD and Australian fast bowler Adam Dale. In this much-anticipated interview, we delve into the origins of his passion for cricket, his journey from Victoria to Queensland, his success at the state level, his...
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Tim Macdonald: From Player to Mentor
Welcome to the latest edition of the Cricket Library Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Tim Macdonald who has forged a career that spans across various roles in the sport. Join us as we delve into Tim's passion for cricket, tracing back to the early days and the driving forces that…
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Remembering Riding Mill Cricket Club’s Historic Dice Cricket Virtual Tour of Australia
Join us as we celebrate the third anniversary of the historic virtual tour of Australia by Riding Mill Cricket Club through the captivating world of dice cricket. Take a trip down memory lane with Matt Ellis as he vividly describes the essence of dice cricket and reveals this remarkable tour's...
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Peter Parker - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Podcast
In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, host Matt Ellis sits down with renowned cricket umpire Peter Parker. Peter shares his journey from being a talented cricketer to becoming an umpire, the challenges and rewards of being an umpire in the sport he loves, and the thrill of witnessing…
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Jannatul Sumona: A Young Cricketer’s Journey of Sacrifice, Success and Inspiration
In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, host Matt Ellis sits down with Jannatul Sumona, one of the rising stars of women's cricket. Jannatul shares her journey from playing street cricket in Bangladesh to representing her country at the highest level. Jannatul discusses the sacrifices she...
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Tahlia Wilson: From Backyard to Breakers
Welcome to the latest series of the Cricket Library Podcast with your host, Matt Ellis. In this episode, Matt sits down with Tahlia Wilson, the talented cricketer from New South Wales. Tahlia shares her inspiring journey from playing cricket in the backyard to being part of the Breakers Squad,...
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Don Bradman’s Sixth Wedding Anniversary: A Day of Double Delight for Cricket and Love
As the new season of the Cricket Library Podcast returns this week, we are excited to revisit a memorable moment from the past. Join us as we explore Matt Ellis' interview on ABC radio, where he shares the significance of April 30 in the life of Sir Donald Bradman. Please subscribe to the Cricket...
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Heather Graham Special Guest on the Cricket Library Weekly
In our second episode for the 2022/23 season, we are joined by special guest Heather Graham from the Hobart Hurricanes. Heather who is one of only three players in the 100 wicket / 1000 run club in the WBBL, shares with us the origins of her passion for cricket and reflects on the key ingredients...
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Kepler Wessels Special Guest On The Cricket Library Podcast
Kepler Wessels has the distinction of representing both Australia and South Africa in International Cricket. In this edition of the Cricket Library Podcast, Kepler Wessels joins host Matt Ellis to share his reflections on the origins of his passion for cricket, breaking into First Class Cricket…
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Michelle Goszko - Special Guest On The Cricket Library Podcast
Michelle Goszko is one of the most passionate cricket people that you will ever meet. In this edition of the Cricket Library Podcast, we will hear from Michelle about the origins of that passion and how it lead her to a distinguished career with the highly successful NSW Breakers and National...
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ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Countdown - Aaron Wharton Interview
Aaron Wharton is the Community Engagement Lead for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup that will take place in Australia, which gets underway in Geelong on October 16 and culminates with the final at the MCG on Sunday, November 13. He joins us on the Cricket Library Podcast to reminisce about some of his...
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Emma Hughes Special Guest on the Cricket Library Weekly
This week on the Cricket Library Weekly, Robbie Mackinlay and Matt Ellis wrap up the Series between Australia and India. Matt catches up with young Sydney Sixers star Emma Hughes who shares a bit about her cricket journey so far, from growing up in Dubbo to making her WBBL debut last season and…
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Baggy Green 251 - GS Chappell
Gregory Stephen Chappell is one of the greats of Australian cricket with his playing record speaking for itself. He has also made a significant impact off the field since calling stumps on his playing career. In this edition of the Cricket Library Podcast, we hear from Greg about the origins of…
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Molly Strano - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Podcast
Molly Strano is one of the new additions to the Tasmanian & Hurricanes WBBL squads this summer. The most prolific wicket taker in the history of the WBBL is no doubt a key acquisition on the Apple Isle. In this edition of the Cricket Library Podcast we learn more about the origins of her passion...
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MARTIN LENEHAN AUTHOR OF THE ASHES 140 YEARS OF RIVALRY, RITUALS AND RESPECT
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...
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Maddie Penna - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Podcast
Maddie Penna is a talented young all rounder making the most of her opportunities with the Abode Hotels ACT Meteors in the WNCL and in the WBBL with the Melbourne Stars and Adelaide Strikers. In this edition of the Cricket Library Podcast we hear more of her story from her first memories of…
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Alister McDermott - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Podcast
Alister McDermott grew up on the Gold Coast of Queensland enjoying a range of sports with cricket just one of his passions. While he was still at school he secured a contract with Queensland, initially making his debut in T20 cricket before making his way into the One Day team and First Class…
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Nathan Reardon - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Podcast
Nathan Reardon was a valuable member of the Queensland Bulls team for a number of years and was a part of three Domestic One Day Title winning teams. He also had stints at the Melbourne Renegades, Adelaide Strikers, Brisbane Heat and Hobart Hurricanes in the KFC Big Bash League. At the peak of…
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Luke Feldman - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Podcast
Luke Feldman did not take the traditional pathway to First Class Cricket and forged for himself a career with the QLD Bulls having first represented QLD Country whilst working as a police officer. In this edition of the Cricket Library Podcast, Luke shares some stories from his early days playing...
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Maitlan Brown - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Podcast
Maitlan Brown is just about to turn 24 and is one of the most exciting young talents in the game. She has made an impact with the ball, demonstrated athleticism in the field and contributed valuable runs with the willow. In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast we will hear more about where...
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Dan Marsh - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Podcast
Dan Marsh grew up surrounded by cricket and it is no surprise he continues to have a passion for the game. In this edition of the Cricket Library Podcast we delve further into his early memories of the game, being the son of a Test cricketer, breaking into 1st class cricket, playing overseas and...
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Paul Adams Interview
Iconic South African spinner Paul Adams is our first guest in the new season of the Cricket Library Podcast. Paul shares his story of his meteoric rise to the South African test team as a teenager, playing in the 1996 World Cup, dealing with being in and out of the team as well as reflecting on...
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Josh Lalor - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Weekly
This week on the Cricket Library Weekly we are joined by special guest Josh Lalor from the Melbourne Renegades. Josh shares some reflections on BBL10 as well as telling us more about what he is up to on Twitch tv. Robbie and Matt run their eyes over all of the latest from Australian domestic...
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The Cricket Library Podcast has the aim of providing a platform for people to share their stories of how the game of cricket has impacted their lives and the lives of others in a positive way. Guests range from people who have had a career in elite level cricket as well as cricket tragics from all walks of life.
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