Joe’s Substack

Assessing Leicestershire’s new recruits

Today, I take at the four new players signed by Leicestershire, how they fit into the squad and what they will add.

Aug 28 • 

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July 2025

Paying homage to Jonny Bairstow's Roses century

Today I look at Jonny Bairstow's remarkable 116 vs. Lancashire in the Roses clash at Old Trafford.

Jul 12 • 

Joe

In discussion: the use of the Kookaburra ball in county cricket

Today, I look at the use of the Kookaburra ball in the English domestic game and how it could be improved.

Jul 8 • 

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June 2025

BBL15 Draft Preview - Part 2

Today I look at what each of the BBL franchises could do in the BBL15 draft, with the next four teams to pick in the draft.

Jun 18 • 

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BBL15 Draft Preview - Part 1

Today I look at what each of the BBL franchises could do in the BBL15 draft, starting with the first four teams.

Jun 18 • 

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Rehan Ahmed’s role in T20i cricket

Today I look at why it's time England should back Rehan Ahmed in T20i cricket, what skills he brings to the table and how he can combine with Adil…

Jun 11 • 

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May 2025

Addressing Australia’s WTC batting conundrum

Today, I look at how Australia's batting line-up could look in the World Test Championship Final, with some question marks over a couple of spots.

May 31 • 

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Nottinghamshire vs. Sussex: The tale of two excellent bowling attacks

A retrospective piece about the excellence Nottinghamshire and Sussex's bowling attacks at Trent Bridge in the County Championship a few weeks ago.

May 19 • 

Joe

How Ben Duckett has further improved against spin

Today, I look at what England's Ben Duckett has been able to add to his game, to make him an even better player against spin. Inspired by his excellent…

May 2 • 

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April 2025

Who is knocking on the England door 3 weeks into the County Championship?

Today I look at three players I think are making a strong case to make their test debut in 2025.

Apr 24 • 

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March 2025

Where will Rishabh Pant bat in the 2025 IPL?

Today, I look at how Lucknow Super Giants' new captain, Rishabh Pant, fits into their side, and where he could excel in the batting order.

Mar 23 • 

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Paying homage to Nat Sciver-Brunt

Today, I decided to pay homage to one of cricket's finest, Nat Sciver-Brunt, looking at her WPL numbers and, more generally, what makes her so good.

Mar 20 • 

Joe