Official cricket companion booklet issued by the Australian Broadcasting Commission for the 1965–66 MCC (England) tour of Australia.
Produced to accompany the ABC’s famous national radio broadcasts, the booklet served as a guide for cricket followers during the Ashes summer and includes:
Full tour itinerary and match schedule
Sheffield Shield fixture list
Essays by leading cricket writers
Player profiles and team lists
Historical commentary and statistics
Features celebrating legendary Australian cricketer Don Bradman
One highlight of the publication is the feature “Sir Donald Bradman: A Tribute”, written by legendary ABC commentator Alan McGilvray.
The series itself featured leading players of the era, including:
Bobby Simpson
Bill Lawry
Doug Walters
Wally Grout
Geoff Boycott
Edrich
Barrington
Cowdrey.
The booklet reflects the era when ABC Radio commentary was central to how Australians followed Test cricket, making these publications an evocative piece of sporting ephemera.
ABC Cricket Book 1965–66 | MCC Tour of Australia | Ashes Series Programme
Title: The ABC Cricket Book – MCC Tour of Australia 1965–66
Publisher: Australian Broadcasting Commission
Place of Publication: Sydney, Australia
Year: 1965
Edition: First Edition
Category: Cricket
Format: Softcover booklet
Pagination: 64 pages
Price on Cover: 2 shillings (not price clipped)Condition: Softcover booklet in very good vintage condition. Condition notes: Original 2 shilling cover price present. Light handling wear consistent with age. Interior pages clean and complete. Binding secure
































