Dives into the history and development of cricket in Australia over the years.
9.2A three-part journey through Australian cricket’s rise from the challenges of the 1980s to the dominance of the 2000s, exploring legendary players, fierce rivalries, unforgettable matches and the defining moments that shaped a cricketing powerhouse.
Niki Hamilton
Prime Video, Foxtel
1. Fortress Australia
The intimidating Australian home environment of the 1980s; Australia's fast-bowling attack, hostile crowds and difficult wickets.
2. Thrillers
Dramatic, close finishes from 1980s international cricket, including matches that went down to the final moments.
3. Out of Left Field
Unusual and unexpected incidents from 1980s cricket — moments that seemed almost unbelievable after more than a century of international cricket.
4. The Pace Race
The explosion of fast bowling: Australia's older pace stars and the legendary West Indies four-man pace attack.
5. One Of a Kind
Exceptional personalities and players who became cricket icons through more than simply statistics.
6. One Day Revolution
The transformation of limited-overs cricket and the development of ODI cricket as a major form of the game.
7. Master Blaster
The great run-scorers of the decade and the batsmen who dominated attacks.
8. Gaining The Edge
Reverse swing, slow bowling, bat technology and team culture — innovations that gave teams an advantage.
9. Rivals
The increasingly competitive and professional nature of international cricket in the 1980s.
10. The Leadership Factor
The captains and leadership styles that shaped teams during the decade.
11. The Underarm Ball
Australia vs New Zealand, MCG, 1 February 1981 — Trevor Chappell's infamous underarm delivery to Brian McKechnie.
Cam Ralph
Narrator
