Ian Reid

Darren Lehmann has a tough job to lift Australian cricket from the depths of despair

Quite a number of people have stated the timing of Mickey Arthur’s sacking, so close to the Ashes, is a mistake. News report have been stating, "Ashes crisis!" I disagree. The news that Arthur has been replaced by Darren Lehmann is fantastic. The bold decision by Cricket Australia was most needed.

Redevelopment of The Adelaide Oval: Progression, or a sad loss of the ground’s natural beauty?

Is the redevelopment of the Adelaide Oval a vital step towards necessary progression, or a commercial drive that has resulted in a sad loss of the grounds natural beauty and appeal as a traditional looking cricket ground with serious economic consequences?

Where has it gone wrong for Australia in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy?

It's hard to not feel gutted as an Australian supporter having witnessed the innings defeat at Hyderabad and slide to 0-2 down in the series.

Is Waqar Younis a candidate to fill in the vacancy of Australian bowling coach?

Waqar has been based in Sydney, since 2005. He has been exposed to local and cultural knowledge which should help him mix with the team culture and the fanatics. More so he has spent time with the NSW Blues so he will understand the demands, attitude and team spirit with which he will be working with in Australian sport.

Ben Hilfenhaus: A prized work horse in the Australian stable

By Ian Reid

On January 5, 2007 Ben Hilfenhaus was rewarded for his outstanding achievements at the Allan Border Medal award ceremony where he won the Bradman Young Cricket of the Year Trophy. He won it convincingly receiving 97 votes in total. His performances for Tasmania sparked a fair bit of interest from the National Selection Panel and on that night it was clear that Hilfenhaus was well on track for a future with the Australian cricket team. 

Will Mitchell Johnson capitalise on the IPL to regain his place in Australian side?

Ian Reid recalls the roller-coaster ride of Mitchell Johnson who will be turning out for the Mumbai Indians in the fifth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Pattinson, Hilfenhaus & Siddle – pace bowling force to reckon with

Australia’s fast bowling stocks appears to be on the way up.

Michael Clarke has all the qualities to make a great Australian captain

Australia have won 26 of the 37 matches played under Clarke.

Australia likely to play Usman Khawaja in 2nd Test; Cummins could debut

Usman Khawaja deservedly looks set to fill in for the injured Marsh