Paul Ford | Cricket Blogs

MAY 21, 2013

The hollow feeling of a Monday morning

New Zealand offered a glimmer of hope to their fans at Lord's, only to snatch it back and smash it to pieces on day four

Sixty-eight all out? Kiwi fans have seen worse © Getty Images

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MAY 11, 2013

Hello Lord's, I love you

A Kiwi cricket fan lists down the reasons he feels all warm and fuzzy when at the home of cricket

MAY 05, 2013

A brief history of Derbyshire v New Zealanders

In between plenty of rain delays, the two sides have put some up some exciting performances. And then there's always angling to take up

APRIL 27, 2013

Sound FX, please

If broadcasters give more commentary options, then it's less likely viewers will be forced to watch matches on mute while browsing for audio or text alternatives online

APRIL 21, 2013

It's a sad indictment on the factionalised state of the game in New Zealand, but it may also become the event that demarcates between healthy debate and a hellish descent into unsubstantiated allegations and reputation-sullying

APRIL 16, 2013

Return of the prodigal

Luke Ronchi is a fine attacking batsman and possibly the best wicketkeeper in New Zealand at the moment. He deserves to be in the national side

APRIL 07, 2013

The Parker Posse poser

The dossier compiled by John Parker and his largely unnamed associates has reopened the New Zealand captaincy debate - but the manner in which it was released has only served to deepen the rancour and distrust

MARCH 30, 2013

What makes Jesse Ryder a cult hero

New Zealand cricket - and the morons it attracts like moths to a flame - sure know how to take the gloss off what should have been a glorious week celebrating the renaissance of Test cricket in the land of the long white cloud

MARCH 23, 2013

Don't bat (especially if you're a Kiwi)

Despite the head shaking at Brendon McCullum's decision to insert England in Wellington, the statistics suggest batting first in Tests is not a sure-fire route to success - particularly if you are New Zealand

MARCH 17, 2013

Barmy versus Beige

The Barmy Army have been a visible and voluble presence in New Zealand, helping to create an unparalleled atmosphere at games - but it's unlikely that the Beige Brigade will be engaging them in a sing-song any time soon