McGilvray: The Game Goes On is the memoir of one of Australia’s most respected and recognisable cricket voices. For generations of listeners, Alan McGilvray was not merely a commentator — he was the sound of Australian cricket.
 
Spanning decades of Test cricket, the book traces McGilvray’s journey from schoolteacher to lead broadcaster with the ABC, charting a career that paralleled some of the most dramatic chapters in cricket history. His voice carried Australians through Ashes triumphs and heartbreaks, the rise of post-war cricket, the dominance of West Indies pace, and the seismic shift brought by World Series Cricket.
 
This memoir offers far more than a broadcasting diary. It provides:
Behind-the-scenes insights into Test match commentary
Portraits of cricketing greats from the Bradman era onward
Reflections on captains, fast bowlers, and changing cricket culture
The inner workings of ABC cricket coverage
The evolution of radio broadcasting in Australian sport
 
McGilvray writes with the calm authority and understated wit that defined his commentary style. His observations are measured, respectful, and deeply informed — capturing both the spirit of the game and the personalities who shaped it.
 
The book also explores the tensions between tradition and commercialism during the late 1970s, particularly the upheaval of Kerry Packer’s World Series Cricket. As a central figure in Australian cricket broadcasting during this period, McGilvray provides thoughtful reflections on how the game changed — and how the role of commentators evolved with it.