When the series began, a lot of us analysts expected India to dominate the two Tests and lead two nil at this point. However, the series stands at 1 – 1, and both the matches were closely contested. What were the factors that surprised us,… Read More »All the places ‘smug analysts’ got it wrong when they predicted England’s Test fortunes in India
Mike Browning’s time machine that he built to travel back in time to kill baby Jesus (as chronicled in the Nocturnus banger “Destroying the Manger”) might still be in the shop for repairs, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t turn back the clock with… Read More »NOCTURNUS AD Stream Exclusive New Track, “Nocturnus Will Rise,” via the Decibel Flexi Series
Let’s take a dive into the AFL players poised to soar to new heights in 2024, despite their current under-performance. An exciting resurgence is on the cards as fresh perspectives breathe new life into the pursuit of the ultimate footballing success. Gold Coast Suns –… Read More »New teams, new coaches, new shoulders – these are the AFL stars ready to resurface in 2024
‘If’ is the most dangerous word in the dictionary. Full of false promises and unrealised potential, if represents the promise of a brighter future in blindness to reality. If I did not have that last cocktail on Thursday I wouldn’t have hurled that kebab at… Read More »‘If…’ Latrell, Ryan, Tom and the hope that kills you
Kane Williamson is a year younger than Steve Smith. Both are generational players. Both have captained their nations and have careers to be justifiably proud of. Smith is 34 ½ and Williamson is 33 ½. Cricketing mortality is always a concern for the player approaching… Read More »Steve Smith v Kane Williamson – is the Test series across the ditch to be their last battle?