Listen "History of Australia vs England Ashes Rivalry with Dr Tony Collins"
Episode Synopsis
Send us a textIn today’s episode, we have the honour and privilege to be joined once again by Professor Tony Collins, who previously featured in Episodes 61 and 70. Professor Collins is a renowned historian and Emeritus Professor, widely regarded as a leading authority in the field of sports history. Over the course of a distinguished career spanning several decades, he has authored more than a dozen books and is a four-time recipient of the prestigious Aberdare Prize. His expertise has also been featured in major media outlets, including BBC Radio 4’s Sport.(01:30) - Origins and History of The Ashes? (03:10) - Why It Synonymous with Cricket Only?(05:20) - How Was the Australian V England in Sports Built?(10:40) - Biggest Historical Moments in Ashes Series?(14:30) – The Cricket Bodyline Series(16:21) – First Rugby League Ashes Series(20:00) – Meaning of Beating Our Foe’s in the Ashes (25:45) – Players picking Elegances (29:17) – What Keeps the Ashes Alive?(34:30) – Dr Tony Collin’s Favourite Ashes Moments(44:26) – Cricket and Politics(47:00) - Roy Francis: Rugby’s Forgotten Black LeaderTony Collins:x/twitter: @collinstonyhttp://www.tonycollins.orgRugby Reload Podcast: http://www.rugbyreloaded.comSubscribe, review and share for new episodes which will drop weekly Social media:Twitter: @first concussionFacebook: Headfirst: A concussion podcastInstagram: Headfirst_ Concussion Email: [email protected]