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The Cricket Podcast

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Are you a cricket fan who wants to hear more about the game's big talking points? The Cricket Podcast is the world's best topical cricket podcast. Covering all cricket including international cricket, Cricket World Cups, the IPL, the Ashes and Test matches. Now with over 500 episodes Jack Hope, Max Rowe-Brown and Ross Legg, provide insight, analysis and humour about all of cricket's major stories. Whether you want to know more about the latest England v Australia Ashes contest, or Virat Kohli's exploits for the India cricket team, we guarantee that The Cricket Podcast will bring you reaction that you'll love. Regular guests include Daniel Norcross from TMS and cricket analyst Dan Weston, who has experience working in the IPL.
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T20 World Cup Preview - We Answer Your Questions!

Earlier this week we asked for questions prior to recording our T20 World Cup preview show. We received sooooooo many, so many in fact that we thought we'd be best served releasing a show where all we do is answer them. Jack and Ross are on the mic for this episode, as we discuss everything from toss bias, to who has the best middle order, to our predictions for biggest disappointment. Big thanks to everyone who dropped us a question, we had a great time answering them! Get 20% OFF @manscaped + ...

Oct 14, 202243 min

T20 Cricket World Cup Group Stage Preview - And Our Take On The Buttler Controversy!

On this episode of The Cricket Podcast the boys talk you through the first stage of the T20 Cricket World Cup. 8 teams make up the group stage of the tournament, split into two groups. We review each team, talking you through star players, their tournament prospect, and which famous person represents them best. We also talk about the Buttler controversy. Should he have appealed to get Wade out? We think probably, but don't really understand the Twitter backlash. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shi...

Oct 11, 20221 hr 15 min

What Is Touring Pakistan Really Like? - With Matt Roller

On this episode of The Cricket Podcast the boys spoke with Matt Roller from ESPN Cricinfo. Matt has just returned from Paksitan where he reported on England's 7 match series. We chat with him about what it was like witnessing the historic tour, his favourite moments on the trip, and what he made of the cricket. Which team is shaping up best for the World Cup? How was the atmosphere? And, of course, Lahore v Karachi - who has the best food? Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code C...

Oct 06, 202231 min

England Beat Pakistan 4-3 - Is Suryakumar Yadav In The GOAT Conversation?

England claimed a series win over Pakistan, after winning back to back matches in Karachi. Dawid Malan was the big hero with the bat tonight, as he lit up the Pakistan attack, taking England to 200+ Meanwhile, in India, Suryakumar Yadav continued his global tour of destruction. Backed up by KL Rahul, Hardik, Kohli and the bowlers India cruised to an easy win against South Africa. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CRICKETPOD at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Our Twitter and...

Oct 02, 202256 min

England Blow it Again, India Get the Ball Hooping, and Billy the Fish

Max and Jack are joined by Cameron Ponsonby to discuss all of the day's action as England failed to chase once again against Pakistan, India steamrolled South Africa and, back in England, the County Championship wraps up. Plus, we take a deep dive into Viz comics and Billy the Fish! Our Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecricketpod Our channel membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1nj... Our website: www.thecricketpod.com Learn more about your a...

Sep 28, 202250 min

How Did England Lose? - Is King Kohli King Again? - Mankad Mayhem

A packed show featuring a whole host of white ball mayhem. Starting off with a big discussion about the Mankad in Saturday's fixture between the English and Indian women's sides. Was it a fair thing to do, or was it the cowards way out? Then the boys discuss the Pakistan v England series. It has been a cracker so far and is poised well at 2-2. However, England really should have been 3-1 up, as they collapsed to lose a game they had basically won. How did they lose? Finally we talk India. The bi...

Sep 26, 202252 min

England Return To Pakistan - Is Bhuvi A Problem For India - And Bavuma Rejected By SA20 (feat. Dan Weston)

Dan Weston joined the podcast to talk all things T20. Starting off with England, who returned to Pakistan for the first time in 17 years this week. They are 1-0 up in their 7 match T20 series and already there are some talking points. Why are Pakistan so one dimensional? Which England batter is a potential AB de Villiers? And is Luke Wood the next England T20 star? In part two they turn their attention to India v Australia. In a high scoring match Australia ran out winners as the India death bow...

Sep 21, 20221 hr 2 min

CHETESHWAR PUJARA Talks To Us About Sussex, India and Strike Rates!

In a truly unbelievable turn of events The Cricket Podcast managed to secure an interview with Cheteshwar Pujara. Enjoy our 25 minute conversation with the Indian Test match legend, where we discuss a range of topics. Starting with his time at Sussex CCC this season, and then moving on to discuss his game, how he prepares for big matches, how he handles the pressure of playing for India and the best moments of his career. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CRICKETPOD at MANSC...

Sep 16, 202229 min

England Flatten South Africa - Was The Pitch A Problem? - Sri Lanka Win The Asia Cup - Is Kohli Back?

England destroyed South Africa in the final Test of their three match series. Wrapping the game up in 150 overs. Was this because they are the best cricket team ever? Or is it because they were playing on a heinously bad cricket pitch? In the Asia Cup Sri Lanka claimed the trophy. They played magnificent cricket through the tournament, and easily dispatched a poor Pakistan in the final. And, some guy called Virat Kohli scored a ton. Is he back? Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo c...

Sep 12, 202256 min

Did Arshdeep Drop The Game? - India v Pakistan - England v South Africa 3rd Test Preview - The Hundred Ends

A three part show this week! The boys start with India v Pakistan. It was a thriller of a game claimed eventually by Pakistan as Asif Ali smashed Bhuvi everywhere in the 19th overs. But did Arshdeep drop the game in the over before? Then they chat England, who host Pakistan for the conclusion of their Test series. Who is going to claim victory at the Oval? Finally, the boys recap The Hundred. Ross was at finals day, did he have a good time? How was the second season of the tournament overall? Wa...

Sep 05, 20221 hr 14 min

We Predict Who Will Win The Hundred - Afghanistan and India Qualify In Asia Cup

The Hundred has reached the knock out stage, as the group stage wraps up. Friday night sees a double header of eliminator matches, before Saturday's final. Who has made it there and what are our predictions for the eventual winner? In the Asia cup, India and Afghanistan have qualified for the super 4. Both won their second game of the tournament, overcoming Bangladesh and Hong Kong respectively. However, for India, some problems were exposed as Hong Kong remained competitive for large parts of t...

Aug 31, 20221 hr 5 min

England Bounce Back - India Beat Pakistan - Hardik Pandya Cements His Legend!

It was a busy weekend in cricket as England bounced back against South Africa to level their series 1-1. Then on Sunday India beat Pakistan in cricket's biggest match. Ben Stokes and Ben Foakes were the heroes for England as they helped the home team pile on a huge target. Wickets for Robinson, Anderson, Stokes and Broad made relatively easy work of South Africa as England wrapped up the win within 3 days. Pakistan struggled with the bat v India, and posted a total well below par. Although India...

Aug 29, 20221 hr 4 min

Anderson And Broad Combine Again As England Fight Back - England v South Africa - 2nd Test - Day 1

Anderson and Broad lead the charge for England on day one of the second Test between England and South Africa. England fought back well, rolling South Africa for only 151, and leaving themselves in a really good position to fight back in the series overall. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CRICKETPOD at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Our Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecricketpod Our channel membership: https://www.youtube.com...

Aug 25, 202239 min

Asia Cup Preview - India v Pakistan - Who Is Taking Home The Trophy? (with Nicholas Brookes)

The Asia Cup starts this week, with the pools stage. The big contest which everyone is looking forward to is India v Pakistan. The Cricket Podcast boys get together, joined by Nicholas Brookes (you can purchase his book An Island's Eleven: The Story of Sri Lankan Cricket now) to talk about the 5 major nations and discuss their chances. Who is taking home the trophy? Will the absence of Bumrah and Shaheen affect the tournament? Are Sri Lanka dark horses? Is this a potential breakthrough tournamen...

Aug 24, 202236 min

Can England Bounce Back v South Africa? - The Hundred Hots Up

England lost to South Africa in the first Test of their three match series. Will they be able to bounce back in the second contest at Old Trafford? South Africa have their own problems, but they are more structural, with only 28 scheduled matches over the next 5 years. And we go over some old classics... Is Bazball dead? Will Zak Crawley ever be dropped? Then in part two we talk about The Hundred. The tournament is heading towards its conclusion, who is going to make the play-offs? Get 20% OFF @...

Aug 22, 20221 hr 5 min

South Africa Are Too Good For England! - RIP Bazball - England v SA - Day 3 - 1st Test - Reaction

Bazball returns to Lord's, but it was not a happy return. South Africa ran out clear winners as they were just too good for England. They bowled fast, accurately, and moved the ball too much as they won by an innings. RIP to Bazball, it was fun while it lasted Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CRICKETPOD at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Our Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecricketpod Our channel membership: https://www.youtube....

Aug 19, 202230 min

Can England Bounce Back At Lord's? - England v South Africa - Day Two - First Test

Bazball returns to Lord's. Will South Africa or England come out on top after day one of the first Test between the two nations. South Africa come into the match having banned the word Bazball. England are denying it is a thing. After a tough time on day one, do England have it in them to bounce back on day two? Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CRICKETPOD at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Our Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecr...

Aug 18, 202236 min

What Do We Think Of South Africa's Brilliant Bowlers? - England v SA - Day One - First Test

Bazball returns to Lord's. Will South Africa or England come out on top after day one of the first Test between the two nations. South Africa come into the match having banned the word Bazball. England are denying it is a thing. In the event South Africa bowled brilliantly, leaving England 116-6 when it started to pour down and play was called for the day. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CRICKETPOD at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Our Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketp...

Aug 17, 202224 min

England v South Africa First Test Preview - Bazball Shall Not Be Named! - And The Hundred Continues

On this episode of The Cricket Podcast the boys preview England v South Africa, looking ahead to the first Test at Lord's later this week. Will South Africa banning the word Bazball help them, or have England already scored an early victory? What did Dean Elgar have to say ahead of the match? And how will both teams shape up, is Ollie Robinson back in? Then in part two Jack and Max talk about The Hundred. Both men an women's comps are in full swing, with some teams already breaking away from the...

Aug 15, 20221 hr 17 min

Women's Hundred Begins - Wins For The Invincibles - The Need For Smeed! - with Cameron Ponsonby

The Women's Hundred has begun, with the Oval Invincibles taking on the Northern Superchargers. On a hot day both Invincibles sides were able to claim victory, with an exciting run chase in the men's game and a record run chase in the women's game. Back on Wednesday Birmingham Phoenix won, with Will Smeed smashing the first hundred in The Hundred. Cue loads of need for Smeed jokes. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CRICKETPOD at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Our Twitter an...

Aug 12, 202241 min

Boult Steps Back For NZ - Pollard's 600th Game - Malan Launches Rockets! - with Matt Roller

Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CRICKETPOD at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod The Cricket Podcast are joined by ESPN Cricinfo's Matt Roller to talk about news from across cricket. Trent Boult shocked the sport when he stepped back from his New Zealand central contract yesterday, so that he could focus on his family and playing in domestic leagues. Where does that leave the sport? Is it another big blow for the international game? Over in The Hundred, Kieron Pollard played...

Aug 10, 202237 min

The Hundred Gets Going with TCP in the Press Box, India and West Indies Break USA plus Australia Top the Commonwealth Games Podium!

Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CRICKETPOD at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod The Cricket Podcast discuss the opening round of games of The Hundred with a couple of close games and big performances, we share all about Jack and Ross's experience in the Oval's press box. We discuss cricket business for the India vs West Indies games in Florida, how Harshal Patel's injury may impact India's Asia Cup and WCT20 bowling line up as well as the Commonwealth Games victory for Aust...

Aug 07, 20221 hr 11 min

James Vince Lights Up The Hundred - India 2-1 Up V West Indies - Commonwealth Games Action - Robinson Returns

Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CRICKETPOD at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Another varied show as The Cricket Podcast lads get stuck into the opening match of The Hundred. James Vince was the star of the show, lighting things up with 75, but Welsh Fire were terrible and that was a shame. They also chat about Ollie Robinson returning for England, India taking on the West Indies in the Caribbean and the women's cricket at the Commonwealth Games. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + ...

Aug 03, 202246 min

The Hundred Preview - Our Predictions For The Men's And Women's Competitions - Who Will Win?

Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CRICKETPOD at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod The Cricket Podcast boys release their preview of The Hundred. For both the men's and women's competition they go through the teams and predict who will finish where. From worst to first! Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CRICKETPOD at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Our Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecricketpod Our channel mem...

Aug 01, 20221 hr 11 min

England v South Africa T20 Series - Batting Mayhem! - Your Questions Answered

Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CRICKETPOD at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod England are taking on South Africa in a T20 series. It is currently 1-1 with both sides having smashed a load of runs batting first. Bairstow, Stubbs and Roussow have been the main event so far, with sixes galore, and batting mayhem. We also answer all of your questions from Twitter and Patreon. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CRICKETPOD at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod...

Jul 29, 202248 min

Does ODI Cricket Still Matter? - India Win Two Thrillers - Sam Northeast Gets 410!

Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CRICKETPOD at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod England played some more ODI cricket. It rained a bit. India played some more ODI cricket, it rained a bit there too, but the games were good. England women have also been playing ODI cricket. And Sam Northeast 410*, the 9th highest first class score ever. Jack and Ross react to all that and more, answer some questions and have a laugh. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code CRIC...

Jul 25, 202238 min

Why Do England Keep Losing? - South Africa Look Good - & Listeners Questions - With Dan Weston

Jack sits down with Dan Weston to talk about England's ODI problems. What has happened to the team since the 2019 World Cup? Their batting has diminished significantly, their bowlers are all injured, and they can't win a game. South Africa also looked pretty good in the series opener, as they won by 60 runs. And they answer questions from the listeners, to round off the show. We have a new sponsor... Manscaped.com! - Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off! Our Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod...

Jul 21, 20221 hr 4 min

India Win ODI Series - Pant Smashes A Ton - Stokes Retires - Are India The Best Team In The World?

India claimed victory in their three match ODI series over England. And they deserved it too. Int he final match Rishabh Pant smashed a ton, Hardik Pandya was great again and England had no answers. In the aftermath Ben Stokes retired from ODIs, what does this mean for England and where will they go next? And, are India the best ODI team in the world? Our Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecricketpod Our channel membership: https://www.youtube.com/chann...

Jul 18, 202242 min

England Level Series v India 1-1 - Reece Topley Takes Record Figures!

England levelled the series against India at 1-1. Taking the ODI series to a decider. After England stuttered to a sub-250 score India looked well on top, however record bowling figures for Reece Topley stopped them in their tracks. In total he took 6 for 24, ending the game as a contest before it even got close. Our Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecricketpod Our channel membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1njF-8tUuQVbTZVyUaoBcQ/join Our we...

Jul 15, 202230 min

Jasprit Bumrah Destroys England In First ODI - India 1-0 Up

In the first ODI between England and India, Jasprit Bumrah stole the show. Taking the best match figures v England in the format since 2003 he blew away the England top order, and then the lower order as the hosts were skittled for just 110. India knocked it off very easily, to go 1-0 up in the series. And everyone was left a little short changed. Our Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecricketpod Our channel membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/U...

Jul 13, 202215 min
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