George Dobell
@georgedobell.bsky.social
Senior correspondent at The Cricketer. Previously senior correspondent at ESPNcricinfo.
To be clear, for those who need it, this was a sub-titles error. I think the actual question was about a fillet of fish. AI isn’t quite ready to replace us all:
George Dobell@georgedobell.bsky.social · yesterdayWell, this took a turn:
Some amazing stats in here. Worth a look: County cricket's mixed financial picture highlights the monumental triumphs and fears for the future | The Cricketer www.thecricketer.com/Topics/count...
County cricket's mixed financial picture highlights the monumental triumphs and fears for the future | The Cricketer
The Leonard Curtis Cricket Finance Report for 2026 is essential reading for all those with a vested interest in the health of the sport
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County cricket's mixed financial picture highlights the monumental triumphs and fears for the future | ✒️ @georgedobell.bsky.social
County cricket's mixed financial picture highlights the monumental triumphs and fears for the future | The Cricketer
The Leonard Curtis Cricket Finance Report for 2026 is essential reading for all those with a vested interest in the health of the sport
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Savin Perera has taken the scenic route to first team cricket:
The Cricketer@thecricketer.com · 2w ago"Even if Somerset don't take him on - and there is a case to suggest they could do with another top-order batter - the next few weeks will provide him a shop window in which to show his skills" | ✍️ @georgedobell.bsky.social
From buying The Cricketer to beating a Conservative XI and pushing for more cricket to be on free-to-air TV... Andy Burnham on his affection for the sport | @coynejames.bsky.social
We managed to beat the Tories, which was quite satisfying - Why Andy Burnham loves cricket
From buying The Cricketer, beating a Conservative XI, to pushing for more cricket to be on free-to-air TV, Burnham tells JAMES COYNE about his affection for the sport
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"We decided we needed more variation across our squad." Brendon McCullum outlines England's improvement | 🖊️ @georgedobell.bsky.social
Change of tactics, variation and Sam Curran's recall - Brendon McCullum outlines England's improvement | The Cricketer
England are reaping the benefits of a change of tactics and the recall of Sam Curran, according to Brendon McCullum
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The latest #AskGeorge 💬 🎙️ @georgedobell.bsky.social 🎙️ @oscarress.bsky.social WATCH ➡️ bit.ly/4vHjqLZ LISTEN ➡️ bit.ly/3R6Sp6x
England heading in the right direction as potential World Cup challengers | @georgedobell.bsky.social
England heading in the right direction as potential World Cup challengers | The Cricketer
England made it back-to-back wins in the one-day international series by winning the high-scoring decider against India by 27 runs
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Just realised this could be interpreted as a dig at the svelte and handsome @nickhowson.bsky.social To be clear: the only hideous thing ruining the view of the coast is me:
George Dobell@georgedobell.bsky.social · 3w agoIf you ignore the hideous thing in the foreground, this #AskGeorge is basically worth it for the setting: youtu.be/0QDFfdzBh1g
If you ignore the hideous thing in the foreground, this #AskGeorge is basically worth it for the setting: youtu.be/0QDFfdzBh1g
Craig Overton for the Test allrounder spot? | Ask George
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"There were times here in Cardiff when Joe Root looked like a primary school teacher on a trip to the seaside with too many kids to handle":
The Cricketer@thecricketer.com · 3w ago"While his colleagues seem to know only one way of playing - all-out aggression - Root understood that on this surface, a slightly two-paced one offering some sharp bounce at times" | ✍️ @georgedobell.bsky.social
"We are not exposed to it anymore" 💬 Joe Root bemoans huge challenging facing England next ODI generation | @georgedobell.bsky.social
We are not exposed to it anymore - Joe Root bemoans huge challenging facing England next ODI generation | The Cricketer
Joe Root believes one of the biggest challenges facing an England one-day international team in transition is players no longer having the opportunity to play regular 50-over cricket
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Cricket lovers could have an opportunity to watch Ben Stokes for free on Friday | ✍️ @georgedobell.bsky.social
Ben Stokes in line for first appearance since England retirement ahead of One Day Cup | The Cricketer
Cricket lovers could have an opportunity to watch Ben Stokes for free on Friday (July 17).
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England's allrounder problem leaves them lacking balance and depth | ✍️ @georgedobell.bsky.social
England's allrounder problem leaves them lacking balance and depth | The Cricketer
Without the fine multifaceted cricketers that underpinned the double World Cup-winning team of years gone by, England have found themselves thin both with the bat and in the seam department
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❓ Ask George is back... We have @georgedobell.bsky.social & @melindafarrell.bsky.social at Edgbaston for the first ODI between England and India. Get your questions in ⬇️ #AskGeorge | #ENGvIND
So, this is a bit complicated but… are England certain to qualify for the 2027 World Cup?
The Cricketer@thecricketer.com · 3w ago"If England win this series, it will constitute real progress. "There might be a bit more at stake than was originally envisaged, too." ✍️ @georgedobell.bsky.social previews the England v India one-day international series.
"When we look back at this era, it might be a lack of substance, a lack of rigour and a lack of success that is its hallmark. There are some good memories. But, at this stage, most of them feel like a long time ago" | @georgedobell.bsky.social READ HERE → tinyurl.com/52hvkt5w
"It's about finding the precise areas where we think that we are, where we can improve the quickest." 💬 Rob Key: The final domino to fall, or the future of England Men's cricket? | @georgedobell.bsky.social
Rob Key: The final domino to fall, or the future of England Men's cricket? | The Cricketer
ECB chief executive Richard Gould says the managing director has extraordinary knowledge and is a very significant leader
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"Somewhere along the line, though, they started believing their own hype." ✍️ @georgedobell.bsky.social delivers his assessment of the Brendon McCullum era, considers possible replacements and addresses what might become of Rob Key.
The Brendon McCullum era promised more than it delivered | The Cricketer
Three of the main protagonists around England Men have gone since the Ashes. So, where does this leave Rob Key?
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Thoughts on the end of the McCullum era:
The Cricketer@thecricketer.com · 3w ago"Somewhere along the line, though, they started believing their own hype." ✍️ @georgedobell.bsky.social delivers his assessment of the Brendon McCullum era, considers possible replacements and addresses what might become of Rob Key.
Cricket Scotland and Majid Haq dispute reaches conclusion | @georgedobell.bsky.social
Cricket Scotland and Majid Haq dispute reaches conclusion | The Cricketer
Cricket Scotland and Majid Haq have agreed an out-of-court settlement to end the long-running dispute between them.
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Chris Millard has announced his intention to stand down as managing director of the Barmy Army | @georgedobell.bsky.social
England fans group under fresh leadership | The Cricketer
Chris Millard has announced his intention to stand down as managing director of the Barmy Army.
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"It's hard not to conclude England have lost the only member of the management team they should have tried to retain" | ✍️ @georgedobell.bsky.social
The departure of Ben Stokes presents England with an opportunity for a real reset | The Cricketer
It's hard not to conclude England have lost the only member of the management team they should have tried to retain
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Here's your final #AskGeorge of the series! 🎙️ @georgedobell.bsky.social 🎙️ @melindafarrell.bsky.social WATCH ➡️ youtu.be/EVj0Ye5adQw LISTEN ➡️ tinyurl.com/AskGeorgePod
Do you really expect Key & McCullum to go? | Ask George
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