Robert Craddock

Robert Craddock

Robert Craddock is Australia’s premier cricket writer who has covered the sport for more than 20 years.

He has covered more than 150 Test matches and the past five cricket World Cups.

Articles by Robert Craddock

Tony Greig was the heart and the soul of Aussie cricket

Tony Greig was the heart and the soul of Aussie cricket

30 Dec 12 There has never been another cricketing story like Tony Greig’s and there never will. The son of a Scottish migrant…... Read more

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From: Hasbro, go straight to gaol, do not pass go

Tim says:

They should update other things in the game too. Instead of a get out of jail free card, they should have a Dodgy Lawyer card that not only gets you out of jail straight away but also gives you a fat payout in compensation for daring to arrest you in the first place. Instead of getting a hotel when you… [read more]

From: A guide to summer festivals especially if you wouldn’t go

Kel says:

If you want a festival for older people or for families alike, get amongst the respectable punters at Bluesfest. A truly amazing festival experience to be had of ALL AGES. And all the young "festivalgoers" usually write themselves off on the first night, only to never hear from them again the rest of… [read more]

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Superman needs saving

Superman needs saving

Can somebody please save Superman? He seems to be going through a bit of a crisis. Eighteen months ago,… Read more

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