From Berwick to the Big Bash: The story behind the rapid rise of the Renegades’ latest signing
In just 18 months, Ruwantha Kellapotha jumped from the DDCA to the Big Bash, but his rise was a long-time coming.
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Mitch Bourke
- Sep 20
- 4 min
VFL: Demon delight as 23-year drought draws to a close
Casey capped off their dominant VFL season in style with victory over Southport in Sunday’s Ikon Park decider.
Mitch Bourke
- Aug 13
- 5 min
Fairytale finish for Endeavour Hills’ finest
Endeavour Hills champion Richard Saniga finished his senior career on the highest of notes, he reflects on the career that was.
Mitch Bourke
- Mar 18
- 3 min
Dilshan: The man at the fore of Endeavour Hills’ rejuvenation
Former Sri Lankan champion Tillakaratne Dilshan is making his mark on Endeavour Hills, as they eye a historic premiership.
Mitch Bourke
- Jan 5
- 2 min
DDCA Turf 2: Kevin Seth joins HSD
Another young Premier cricketer has crossed to HSD as the club looks to make its mark on the remainder of the Turf 2 season.
Mitch Bourke
- Dec 27, 2021
- 2 min
ACL Game 6: Dazzling century sees Pakistan XI end tournament on a high
India encountered their first roadblock of the ACL, as a Babar Nadeem century ensured Pakistan didn’t end the tournament winless.
Mitch Bourke
- Dec 26, 2021
- 3 min
ACL Game 5: Sri Lanka XI upset Aussies to book place in Final
Sri Lanka XI skipper Ruwantha Kellepotha was potent with both bat and ball as his side upset Australia to progress to the Final.
Mitch Bourke
- Dec 24, 2021
- 3 min
ACL Game 4: India XI stun Australia XI to remain unbeaten
India remarkably recovered from 5-18 to down a new-look Australian side and secure their place in the final.
Mitch Bourke
- Dec 23, 2021
- 3 min
ACL Game 3: Sri Lanka XI exorcise powerplay demons to claim first win of tournament
Sri Lanka recovered from 2-0 to trump Pakistan in game 3 of the ACL, with Vinu Mohotty and Kalhan Sineth among the run scorers.
Mitch Bourke
- Dec 23, 2021
- 3 min
ACL Game 2: Experienced Aussies a class above Pakistan XI
A vintage Graeme Rummans innings helped steer the Australia XI to victory over Pakistan, but not without a final over scare.
Mitch Bourke
- Dec 22, 2021
- 3 min
Wickets tumble as India XI prevail in ACL opener
A fiery spell from Satnam Grewal and player of the match display from Tej Gandhi ensured India got their ACL campaign off to a winning start
Mitch Bourke
- Dec 20, 2021
- 4 min
Sri Lanka XI coach Bathiya Perera previews the Aussie Cricket League
Everything you need to know ahead of the Aussie Cricket League, a start-up tournament showcasing south-east Melbourne’s best cricketers.
Mitch Bourke
- Nov 24, 2021
- 3 min
One Subbies match, three Test cricketers
Tillakaratne Dilshan, Lahiru Thirimanne and John Hastings brought great international experience to the Kew and Endeavour Hills match.
Mitch Bourke
- Nov 13, 2021
- 7 min
DDCA Turf 1 Season Preview
A comprehensive look at the off-season activity of all eight clubs, and their chances for the season ahead.
Mitch Bourke
- Nov 3, 2021
- 4 min
A glimpse into the career of Lahiru Thirimanne, Sub-District cricket’s high-profile recruit
Sri Lankan Test cricketer Thirimanne speaks on the highs and lows of his distinguished career as he prepares for a stint with the Hills.
Mitch Bourke
- Oct 27, 2021
- 6 min
Susantha Pradeep: As hungry as ever
Former first-class cricketer and Sub-District legend Susantha Pradeep speaks on his career and why his desire for success still burns strong
Mitch Bourke
- Sep 1, 2021
- 8 min
‘It feels like home’: Travis Tuck comes full circle
Former Hawthorn player Travis Tuck speaks openly on life in the AFL, his drive to give back, and the devastating disease that is CTE.
Mitch Bourke
- Jul 12, 2021
- 3 min
Eastern League: Berwick on the Money in upset win over Norwood
Berwick stunned Norwood to snap its losing streak and gain a vital win as it strives to survive in Eastern Premier.
Mitch Bourke
- Jul 6, 2021
- 4 min
AFL Outer East: Beaconsfield staves off storming Narre Warren
The Magpies kicked seven goals to two in a final quarter flurry that had to be seen to be believed, but it couldn’t get them over the line.
Mitch Bourke
- Jun 29, 2021
- 3 min
AFL Outer East: Grinding win sees Beacy remain unbeaten
Ladder leaders Beaconsfield don’t look like relinquishing top-spot anytime soon, having added Upwey-Tecoma to their growing list of scalps.