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Modern Citizen Journalism in Times of Unrest

The recent protests in South Africa have put all aspects of citizen journalism under the microscope, as the imprisonment of former President Jacob Zuma in July 2021 led to widespread protests and looting in the Republic.Citizen journalism is defined by Oxford as “the collection, dissemination and analysis of news and information by the general public,Continue reading “Modern Citizen Journalism in Times of Unrest”

First Round sides prepare for valuable fixtures in lead-up to T20 World Cup

With the 2021 Men’s T20 World Cup now just 50 days away from beginning, many of the Associate teams competing in the First Round have organised some vital match practice before the tournament begins on October 17.  Ireland recently defeated Zimbabwe 3-2 in a five match T20 series, which is now being followed by threeContinue reading “First Round sides prepare for valuable fixtures in lead-up to T20 World Cup”

Series Swings as England pile on the runs

When Virat Kohli confirmed an unchanged side and elected to bat on Day 1 of the Third Test, surely no one could have predicted that they’d survive barely 40 overs and be bowled out for 78, their third lowest score against England and ninth lowest overall. Still, after the relative success of their bowling unit,Continue reading “Series Swings as England pile on the runs”

The Week that Was: Edition #1

Two all-time finishes as India, West Indies go 1-0 up Audiences around the world were treated to two gripping Test matches last week, with plenty of drama coming from both England vs India and West Indies vs Pakistan. After breaking the record for youngest West Indian to take a Test five-wicket haul, teenager Jayden Seales wasContinue reading “The Week that Was: Edition #1”

West Indies vs Pakistan: Important WTC Points on the line as WI look to end summer on a high

With all series now having greater significance and going towards World Test Championship points, many fans will be invested in this two match series between the West Indies and Pakistan. The West Indies have had an up-and-down home summer, particularly in the red-ball game, where they missed out on some chances to close out winsContinue reading “West Indies vs Pakistan: Important WTC Points on the line as WI look to end summer on a high”

England vs India: First Test Wrap, Second Test Preview

After four days of a top-tier contest between England and India, it was disappointing to sit and watch the rain fall and the pre-prepared rain-delay highlights packages instead of what promised to be a gripping final day. With India needing 157 runs for victory and England requiring nine wickets, overcast conditions, and a second inningsContinue reading “England vs India: First Test Wrap, Second Test Preview”

Introduction to my Digital Artefact

I love cricket. Since I can remember it has been my obsession, and while the dream of playing professionally has worn off the passion for cricket writing lives on. The opportunity BCM114 presents to allow me to write freely about international cricket is a godsend. The challenge is to learn how to produce it inContinue reading “Introduction to my Digital Artefact”

Loving 90s Popular Culture in 2021 (not that there’s anything wrong with that)

Of all my pop culture interests one stands out far above the rest, one that ended nearly four years before I was born, the American sitcom Seinfeld. The show features more prominently in my Instagram and Facebook feeds than any celebrities, influencers or the like, I simply have my friends, my family, my sport, andContinue reading “Loving 90s Popular Culture in 2021 (not that there’s anything wrong with that)”