The Cricket Library
Episodes
Ken Piesse - A Life In Cricket Writing
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Nikhil Kulkarni | Every Day of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy | A Fan’s Journey
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 Nikh...
Gavin Dovey - From the Australian Team to Leading NT Cricket
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 Gavi...
Tammy Bartaia - Bollywood Dreams
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 actin...
Anupam Sharma - When Bollywood Meets the Baggy Green
11 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 cont...
Elsa Hunter - WBBL Vibes
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special 10-minute episode of The Cricket Library Podcast, Matt Ellis catches up with one of the most exciting young talents in world cricket —...
Dr John Orchard - New Chapters in Cricket & Medicine
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 sport...
Faye Tunnicliffe - Pursuing Excellence
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Faye Tunnicliffe is our latest guest on the Cricket Library Podcast! Delve into the world of someone dedicated to pursuing excellence and getting the ...
Monali Patel - From Passion to Profession
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, we are joined by former Canadian cricketer Monali Patel, whose remarkable journey in cricket has taken...
Malcolm Conn - Behind The Headlines
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest edition of the Cricket Library Podcast, award-winning cricket writer Malcolm Conn joins us for an engaging conversation about his many d...
James Knight - The Gift of Stories
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re thrilled to bring you the inspiring story of James Knight—a master storyteller, literacy advocate, cricket tragic and bestselling...
Patrick Farhart - Unlocking Peak Performance
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, Matt Ellis sits down with esteemed physiotherapist Patrick Farhart, who has worked with some of the mo...
Xara Jetly - The X-Factor
16 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 esta...
Richard Chee Quee - Breaking Barriers & Inspiring Change
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Richard Chee Quee, often remembered as a trailblazer in Australian cricket, carved a unique career on the field with his distinctive flair and talent....
Shane Jurgensen - Journeyman
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shane Jurgensen, former First Class cricketer and current head coach of the Wellington Firebirds, shares his journey in cricket and coaching with Matt...
Courtney Sippel - Bringing the Heat
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
Surbhi Vaid - Star on the Rise
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 origi...
Tatenda Taibu - Keeping The Faith
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 2...
Alan Curr - Adventures In Japan & Beyond
10 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 orig...
David Hussey - A Life In Cricket
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into our latest Cricket Library Podcast episode featuring the incredible David Hussey! Join us as we explore the origins of David's cricketing pa...
Jimmy Adams - Grateful
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Richard McInnes - All The Good Stuff Happens On The Other Side Of Fear
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 growi...
Adam Hollioake Special Guest On The Cricket Library Podcast
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Baggy Green 377 - Adam Dale
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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-anticipa...
Tim Macdonald: From Player to Mentor
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 acros...
Remembering Riding Mill Cricket Club’s Historic Dice Cricket Virtual Tour of Australia
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 d...
Peter Parker - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Podcast
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Cricket Library Podcast, host Matt Ellis sits down with renowned cricket umpire Peter Parker. Peter shares his journey from bei...
Jannatul Sumona: A Young Cricketer’s Journey of Sacrifice, Success and Inspiration
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 s...
Tahlia Wilson: From Backyard to Breakers
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 talen...
Don Bradman’s Sixth Wedding Anniversary: A Day of Double Delight for Cricket and Love
29 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Heather Graham Special Guest on the Cricket Library Weekly
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 thr...
Kepler Wessels Special Guest On The Cricket Library Podcast
19 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kepler Wessels has the distinction of representing both Australia and South Africa in International Cricket. In this edition of the Cricket Library Po...
Michelle Goszko - Special Guest On The Cricket Library Podcast
30 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 fro...
ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Countdown - Aaron Wharton Interview
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 Oc...
Emma Hughes Special Guest on the Cricket Library Weekly
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 Sy...
Baggy Green 251 - GS Chappell
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Molly Strano - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Podcast
01 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 W...
MARTIN LENEHAN AUTHOR OF THE ASHES 140 YEARS OF RIVALRY, RITUALS AND RESPECT
18 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 R...
Maddie Penna - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Podcast
28 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
Alister McDermott - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Podcast
14 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 scho...
Nathan Reardon - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Podcast
30 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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. ...
Luke Feldman - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Podcast
17 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 Q...
Maitlan Brown - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Podcast
02 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 a...
Dan Marsh - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Podcast
20 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 Podc...
Paul Adams Interview
06 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ris...
Josh Lalor - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Weekly
10 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Laura Jolly - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Weekly
03 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Cricket Library Weekly Robbie Mackinlay catches up with host of the Scoop Podcast and Women's Cricket editor at cricket.com.au Laura ...
Ange Reakes - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Weekly
28 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Cricket Library Weekly, Robbie Mackinlay catches up with captain of the Abode Hotels ACT Meteors Ange Reakes. We hear some interestin...
Piepa Cleary Special Guest on The Cricket Library Weekly
21 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Cricket Library Weekly, Matt Ellis catches up with Piepa Cleary from the Perth Scorchers and Western Fury. We hear some interesting i...
Rachel Priest Special Guest on the Cricket Library Weekly
14 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Cricket Library Weekly, Robbie Mackinlay catches up with Rachel Priest from the Hobart Hurricanes and Tasmanian Roar. We hear some in...
Trent Woodhill - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Weekly
06 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Cricket Library Weekly, Robbie Mackinlay catches up with one of the real movers and shakers in world cricket Trent Woodhill. The con...
Johan Botha Special Guest on the Cricket Library Weekly
09 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join us this week on the Cricket Library Weekly for our KFC BBL 10 Preview where Robbie and Matt will run their eyes over the squads for the highly an...
Phoebe Litchfield Special Guest on the Cricket Library Weekly
03 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Cricket Library Weekly, Robbie Mackinlay catches up with Sydney Thunder young gun Phoebe Litchfield to reflect on her time as part o...
Rachel Trenaman Special Guest on the Cricket Library Weekly
12 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Cricket Library Weekly, Robbie Mackinlay catches up with Sydney Thunder young gun Rachel Trenaman to find out more about how things a...
Cricket Library Weekly - Special Guest Gabby Sutcliffe
05 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Cricket Library Weekly, Robbie Mackinlay catches up with Sydney Thunder debutant Gabby Sutcliffe to find out more about her cricketin...
Rene Farrell Interview
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Rene Farrell forged a successful career for Australia across all three formats of the game. In this edition of the Cricket Library Podcast we get to h...
Saskia Horley Special Guest on the Cricket Library Weekly
29 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Cricket Library Podcast has gone weekly with Matt Ellis teaming up with Robbie Mackinlay with the aim of inspiring, informing and entertaining as ...
Roberta Moretti Avery - Brazil Cricket Captain
11 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Roberta Moretti-Avery is one of the most passionate cricket people you will ever meet. She is captain of the Brazil women's team after taking up the g...
Maisy Gibson - Special Guest on the Cricket Library Podcast
23 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Maisy Gibson rose to prominence playing an integral role in the success of the Sydney Thunder WBBL team that won the inaugural WBBL competition. In th...
Daniel Sams - Golden Arm
16 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Daniel Sams had a summer to remember taking a record 30 wickets for the Sydney Thunder in BBL09. In this edition of the Cricket Library Podcast we wil...
Will Somerville Interview
15 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Will Somerville is one of the nicest blokes in cricket, a trained accountant who went from needing to take annual leave to play cricket to wearing the...
Chris Hartley Interview
08 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Hartley, legend of Queensland Cricket, star of the Brisbane Heat and Sydney Thunder joins us to share his story on the latest edition of the Cri...
Katie Mack & Erica Kershaw Interview
01 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Erica Kershaw and Katie Mack are part of the Abode Hotels ACT Meteors squad who play in the WNCL Competition. Both players also had a taste of WBBL Fi...
Jamie Siddons Interview
24 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Jamie Siddons grew up in Robinvale in country Victoria playing footy in the winter and cricket in the summer. He would go on to be one of the most pro...
Baggy Green 413 - Ryan Harris
17 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Harris had quite a journey on his way to becoming Baggy Green 413. Along the way, he was part of an IPL winning team at the Deccan Chargers, won...
The Cricket Library Podcast - Johan Botha Interview
08 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Johan Botha is a cricketing journeyman who came through the ranks in South Africa representing his country in 5 Tests, 78 ODIs and 40 T20 Internationa...
Baggy Green 411 - Graham Manou
28 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Graham Manou was on the road to becoming a marine biologist but he followed another path which led to him becoming Baggy Green 411. Along the way, he ...
The Cricket Library Podcast - Interview with T20 power hitter Aiden Blizzard
21 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Aiden Blizzard built a reputation for being one of the most destructive strikers of the ball in T20 Cricket leagues around the world. The boy from She...
Interview with Michael Klinger
08 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Klinger amassed over 11 thousand first class runs throughout his distinguished First Class career predominately for Victoria, South Australia,...
Interview with former Australian leg spinner Kristen Beams
30 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Kristen Beams was one of the first female cricketers to take the plunge and move states to pursue her dream of playing at the highest level. She would...
Cricket - Peter George Interview
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Peter George always had a dream of wearing the Baggy Green and this would become a reality for him as progressed through the ranks at the West Torrens...
Baggy Green 390 - Nathan Hauritz
09 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Nathan Hauritz burst onto the International Cricket scene receiving a call up to the Australian team as a 20 year old after making an early impression...
Cricket - Tim Ludeman Interview
01 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Tim Ludeman was an accomplished First Class and short format cricketer who represented South Australia, Adelaide Strikers and Melbourne Renegades thro...
Cricket - Leah Poulton Interview
19 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Leah Poulton represented Australia in 2 Tests, 48 ODIs and 40 T20Is as well playing over 100 games for NSW. She was a high quality top order batter wh...
Cricket - Graham Winter Interview
23 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Graham Winter played 14 First Class Matches for South Australia between 1981/2 and 1983/4. He was a part of the successful Sheffield Shield winning te...
Cricket - Daryl Tuffey Interview
30 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Daryl Tuffey represented New Zealand across all three formats claiming 77 Test wickets and 110 ODI wickets for his country. He played 91 First Class m...
Cricket - Peter McIntyre Interview
08 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Peter McIntyre progressed through the ranks at Essendon playing club cricket to make his debut for Victoria in the Sheffield Shield at the MCG in Marc...
Cricket - Wayne Holdsworth Interview
21 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Wayne Holdsworth was a distinguished First Class Cricketer who claimed 212 wickets in his career. He made an immediate impact for NSW claiming 6-55 on...
Cricket - Marty Rhone Interview
12 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Marty Rhone is a household name in the entertainment industry having performed on stage and screen to audiences around the world. What you may not kno...
Cricket - Greg Campbell Interview
29 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
After a strong showing in the 1988/89 Australian domestic season, Greg Campbell found himself on the 1989 Ashes tour where he pushed his case for Test...
Ashes Countdown with Nina Stevens
15 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Network Seven journalist Nina Stevens is our special guest in the first episode of the new season of the Cricket Library Podcast. In our chat with the...
Cricket - Interview with Mark Atkinson
11 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Atkinson had a distinguished career for Tasmania throughout the 1990s playing 95 First Class matches with and against some of cricket's finest. ...
Cricket - Ben Rohrer Interview
10 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Rohrer from the Speedblitz Blues joined us on Bucketts Radio to have a chat about the Toyota Country Blitz, playing First Class Cricket, winning...
Cricket - Emily Leys Interview
23 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
On Bucketts Radio last week, Emily Leys from the Lend Lease Breakers squad filled us in on the Toyota Country Blitz and gave us some personal insigh...
Cricket 1993 Ashes Flashback - The First Test
07 Jul 2013
Contributed by Lukas
The First Test of the 1993 Ashes Series was most remembered for Shane Warne's 'Ball of The Century' to dismiss Mike Gatting. However, there were many ...
Cricket 1993 Ashes Flashback - The First Test
07 Jul 2013
Contributed by Lukas
The First Test of the 1993 Ashes Series was most remembered for Shane Warne's 'Ball of The Century' to dismiss Mike Gatting. However, there were many ...
Cricket - Sir Donald Bradman
30 Aug 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Earlier this week Sir Donald Bradman would have been celebrating his 104th birthday. On Extra Cover, we are going to look at one of the lesser known s...
Cricket Report - Allan Border Tribute
26 Jul 2012
Contributed by Lukas
The career of Allan Robert Border speaks for itself. He celebrates his birthday today and we thought it would be fitting to pay tribute to his outstan...