Endless Summers - The Test Cricket History of Australia

Season 3 Episode 4 - 1925/25 vs England Part 2 Ponsford makes his Stand (Part 2)

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 15:00:00 +1100

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.

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Series Scorecards - https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/england-tour-of-australia-1924-25-61724/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

Season 3 Episode 4 - 1924/25 Vs England Ponsford Makes his Stand (Part 1)

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 20:34:45 +1100

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Series Scorecards - https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/england-tour-of-australia-1924-25-61724/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

Season 3 Episode 3 - 1921/22 in South Africa Collins Class

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 06:30:00 +1100

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.

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Series Scorecards - https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/australia-tour-of-south-africa-1921-22-61377

Season 3 Episode 2 - 1921 in England ... and all That (Part 2)

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 06:29:00 +1100

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.

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Series Scorecards - https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/australia-tour-of-england-1921-61330/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

Season 3 Episode 2 - 1921 vs England ... and all That (Part 1)

Sat, 19 Oct 2024 06:30:00 +1100

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.

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Series Scorecards - https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/australia-tour-of-england-1921-61330/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

Season 3 Episode 1 - 1920/21 vs England Jack of All Trades (Part 2)

Sat, 12 Oct 2024 06:30:00 +1100

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.

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Series Scorecards - https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/the-ashes-1920-21-60301/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

Season 3 Episode 1 - 1920/21 vs England Jack of All Trades (Part 1)

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 06:30:00 +1100

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.

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Series Scorecards - https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/the-ashes-1920-21-60301/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

Season 3 Episode 0 - 1919 The Australian Imperial Forces Side

Sat, 28 Sep 2024 21:07:13 +1100

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.

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Season 2 Epilogue

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 20:28:18 +1100

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.

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Season 2 Episode 14 - All Quiet on the Cricket Front

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 13:32:05 +1100

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

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Season 2 Episode 13 - 1912 in England The Triangular Tournament (Part 2)

Sat, 23 Dec 2023 20:17:08 +1100

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.

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Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/triangular-tournament-1912-60296

Season 2 Episode 13 - 1912 in England The Triangular Tournament (Part 1)

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 18:40:05 +1100

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Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/triangular-tournament-1912-60296

Season 2 Episode 12 - 1911/12 vs England Rumble in the Selection Jungle (Part 2)

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 12:46:01 +1100

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.

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Series Scorecards - https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/england-tour-of-australia-1911-12-61704

Season 2 Episode 12 - 1911/12 vs England Rumble in the Selection Jungle (Part 1)

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 12:43:10 +1100

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Series Scorecards - https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/england-tour-of-australia-1911-12-61704

Season 2 Episode 11 - 1910/11 vs South Africa Hills of Runs (Part 2)

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 20:39:12 +1100

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.

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Series Scoreboards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/south-africa-tour-of-australia-1910-11-61827

Season 2 Episode 11 - 1910/11 vs South Africa Hill’s of Runs (Part 1)

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 08:00:00 +1100

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Series Scoreboards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/south-africa-tour-of-australia-1910-11-61827

Season 2 Episode 10 - 1909 in England Warren Peace (Part 2)

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 20:52:08 +1100

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.

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Series Scoreboards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/the-ashes-1909-60292/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

Season 2 Episode 10 - 1909 in England Warren Peace (Part 1)

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 20:14:17 +1100

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Series Scoreboards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/the-ashes-1909-60292/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

Season 2 Episode 9 - 1907/08 vs England The Big Ship (Part 2)

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 21:10:53 +1100

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.

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Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/the-ashes-1907-08-60291/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

Season 2 Episode 9 - 1907/08 vs England The Big Ship (Part 1)

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 21:13:52 +1100

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Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/the-ashes-1907-08-60291/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

Season 2 Episode 8 - 1905 in England Up The Duff (Part 2)

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 05:30:00 +1100

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.

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Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/australia-tour-of-england-1905-61361

Season 2 Episode 8 - 1905 in England Up the Duff (Part 1)

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 05:50:00 +1100

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Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/australia-tour-of-england-1905-61361

Season 2 Episode 7 - 1903/04 vs England Blame it on the Bosie (Part 2)

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 22:15:23 +1100

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.

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Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/england-marylebone-cricket-club-tour-of-australia-1903-04-61702/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

Season 2 Episode 7 - 1903/04 vs England Blame it on the Bosie (Part 1)

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 16:30:07 +1100

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Series Scorecards: https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/england-marylebone-cricket-club-tour-of-australia-1903-04-61702/match-schedule-fixtures-and-results

Show Update and Source List

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 21:06:01 +1100

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.

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Season 2 Episode 6 - 1902/03 in South Africa Saundering around the Highveld

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 05:00:00 +1100

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

Season 2 Episode 5 - 1902 in England Playing the Trumper Card (Part 2)

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 05:00:00 +1100

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

Season 2 Episode 5 - 1902 in England Playing The Trumper Card (Part 1)

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 06:00:00 +1100

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

Season 2 Episode 4 - 1901/02 vs England Barnes and Noble (Part 2)

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 06:00:00 +1100

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

Season 2 Episode 4 - 1901/02 Vs England Barnes and Noble (Part 1)

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 06:00:00 +1100

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

Season 2 Episode 3 - 1899 in England Keeping up with the Joneses

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 06:00:00 +1100

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.

Season 2 Episode 2 - 1897/98 vs England Don’t Worry Darling (Part 2)

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 06:49:57 +1100

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.

Season 2 Episode 2 - 1897/98 vs England Don’t Worry Darling (Part 1)

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 06:30:00 +1100

This is part 1 of 2 episdoes covering the 1897/98 series. Part 2 will be released the week after this one.

Season 2 Episode 1 - 1896 in England Let’s Get Ready to Trumble

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 07:00:00 +1100

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.

Season 1 Epilogue and Best Teams

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 14:21:58 +1100

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.

Episode 17 - 1894/95 vs England The End of an Era

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 13:54:54 +1100

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.

Episode 16 - 1893 in England Arthur’s Wacky Adventures

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 16:53:21 +1100

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.

Episode 15 - 1891/92 vs England In the Lord’s Good Graces

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 16:50:11 +1100

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.

Episode 14 - 1890 in England Billy’s Back

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +1100

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.

Episode 13 - 1888 in England What’s Workload Management?

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 06:00:00 +1100

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.

Episode 12 - 1887/88 vs England Double Trouble

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 06:00:00 +1100

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.

Episode 11 - 1886/87 vs England Turner Wickets Overdrive

Tue, 31 May 2022 06:00:00 +1100

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.

Episode 10 - 1886 in England (Not So) Great Scott!

Tue, 17 May 2022 06:00:00 +1100

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.

Episode 9 - 1884/85 vs England Four Captains and a Financial Dispute

Tue, 03 May 2022 06:00:00 +1100

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.

Episode 8 - 1884 in England Diminishing Returns

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +1100

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.

Episode 7 - 1882/83 vs England Ivo Bligh and the Holy Grail

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +1100

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

Episode 6 -1882 Demon Days

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +1100

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.

Episode 5 - 1881/82 Percy’s Promise

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 07:00:00 +1100

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

Episode 4 - 1880 A Sovereigns for a Run

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 07:09:27 +1100

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.

Episode 3 - 1878/79 Demons and Riots

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +1100

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.

Episode 2 - 1876/77 The Birth of Test Cricket

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 21:54:02 +1100

We journey to the year 1877 as the first ever combined match between All English and All Australian sides takes place. We examine the thrills of the first test matches and go in depth on the first great test hero, Charles Bannerman.

Episode 1 - Introduction

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 21:52:36 +1100

Welcome to the show! This will be a brief overview of what to expect from the show moving forward. You can follow us on Twitter @pod_endless or email at endlesssummerspod@gmail.com