England and India continue their story with another intriguing day of Test cricket. On day 3 of the 4th Test England started the day looking to wrap up the Indian tail, however Jurel was able to add crucial runs which put England under pressure in their 3rd innings. In response England started well, with Zak Crawley getting another 50 in fluent style. However, long spells from Jadeja and Kuldeep tore through the England middle order to leave them in trouble and put India into the ascendancy. Lin...
Feb 25, 2024•49 min
After another fascinating day of test cricket in India, England find themselves 134 ahead with India 7 down and in a strong position going into day 3. Shoaib Bashir bowled 31 overs on the bounce and removed India's middle order before Jurel and Kuldeep offered resistance. Can England level the series? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 24, 2024•31 min
After a manic first session of Day 1 of the 4th test in Ranchi between India and England, Joe Root put together a sublime century to leave England 302-7 at the end of play. Akash Deep had a debut to remember before England came roaring back to recover from 112-5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 23, 2024•27 min
This is a special announcement episode of The Cricket Podcast for a new collaboration between Jack Hope and Dan Weston. This is a new podcast called Strike Rate: The Cricket Analytics Podcast which will focus on cricket from an analytical point of view. Do you want to know more about how cricket really works? Strike Rate: The Cricket Analytics Podcast is a podcast which looks at the stats and data behind the game, helping you gain that expert knowledge! Find Strike Rate: The Cricket Analytics Po...
Feb 20, 2024•50 min
On day four of the 3rd Test at Rajkot India have been completely dominant. England were on the back foot to start the day and things only got worse as Jaiswal smashed the ball all over the place. Nobody was safe as a dominant Jaiswal racked up a second double-century of the series. In response England could offer nothing as they collapsed again. #INDvENG Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merch...
Feb 18, 2024•41 min
England were in a good position at the end of day two, however an almighty collapse has left them in danger of being crushed. India are now in charge of the Test and are building a lead in excess of 200. What happened to England? Has bazball failed them? Does Joe Root need a brain transplant? Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricke...
Feb 17, 2024•51 min
On day two of the Rajkot Test match Ashwin brought up his 500th Test wicket. An incredible achievement from Ashwin who confirms his status as one of the greatest spinners of all time. Ben Duckett lead England's fightback as he unleashed Bazball on the Indian bowlers, smashing 133 off just 118 balls. Earlier in the day India were able to go past 400, despite an early England fightback. Jurel on debut and Ashwin with the bat were the players to frustrate England before Mark Wood was able to wrap u...
Feb 16, 2024•40 min
On day one of the 3rd Test in Rajkot England are under pressure. This is thanks to a magnificent fightback from Rohit Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja. Later we saw Sarfaraz Khan's debut, which was long promised and lived up to expectations. Sarfaraz punished the tired England bowling in impressive fashion, before Jadeja ran him out. After India found themselves 33-3 the pair came together and scored big runs to put India on top against England and leave them with a good chance of winning the 3rd Test...
Feb 15, 2024•32 min
England and India resume proceedings in Rajkot for the 3rd test of the series. With Jack Leach and Virat Kohli both ruled out for the rest of the series, how will the two sides line up? Plus there's a whole host of other cricket going on, including the SA20, U19 Cricket World Cup - and, as it's superbowl Sunday, we name our cricketing NFL offense! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 11, 2024•1 hr 4 min
India picked up a win over England to level their Test series at 1-1. Set a mammoth total of 399 to win, England ended up falling 106 runs short. England were only able to bat 2 sessions on day four, with Jasprit Bumrah and Ashwin providing the main threats. This means the series will move on, all square at 1-1, but is there anything else we can learn about what might happen next? Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon....
Feb 05, 2024•43 min
England bowled out India for 255, setting up a big chase to win on Day 4 of the 2nd Test. Will they be able to pull off another miracle v India? Earlier Shubman Gill racked up a ton, to put India in a great position. However a big collapse left them short of where India would have liked to be. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-crick...
Feb 04, 2024•26 min
England are in trouble in Vizag, as Jasprit Bumrah has left India in control. After a strong start from England, with James Anderson cleaning up the tail and Crawley scoring a quick 70, it looked as though England were going to have India in trouble. However a magic spell from Jasprit Bumrah, either side of tea, created a collapse and left England chasing the game on day two of the 2nd Test between England and India. Will Ben Stokes and the boys bounce back? Or can Rohit Sharma lead India to a w...
Feb 03, 2024•27 min
Yashasvi Jaiswal's wonderful century has helped India to dominate England on day one of the second Test match in Vizag. Although England were able to chip away with wickets, India will be very happy with their position at the end of day one. Will India be able to turn their domination into a win? VOTE FOR TCP: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-cricket-podcast/ Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon...
Feb 02, 2024•38 min
Jack and Ross talk about India v England, as the teams head to Vizag for the second Test. Will England be able to repeat the trick and win a second Test in the series? The teams will both change, as a result of injuries, so how do we think the two sides will shape up? Will India miss KL Rahul and Jadeja or will Jack Leach being injured damage England's chances more? There was talk that perhaps England will play an all-spin attack was that credible? All that and more, as the boys preview the seco...
Jan 31, 2024•47 min
England are somehow back in the Test match after an amazing fightback lead by Ollie Pope and Tom Hartley. Ollie Pope scored 196 runs in one of the best innings by an English batter in years. Then Tom Hartley recovered from a thrashing in the first innings to leave the Indian team in disarray. Can England pull off a miracle comeback after four days of the first Test? VOTE FOR TCP: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-cricket-podcast/ Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/th...
Jan 28, 2024•1 hr 6 min
India are building a big lead v England on Day 2 of their Test match. KL Rahul and Jadeja did most of the damage, although virtually every India batter scored runs, as England toiled and head towards what could be a big defeat in the first Test. England's spinners struggled, with only Joe Root and Jack Leach offering any control. Is there a way back for England or are India simply too strong in these conditions? VOTE FOR TCP: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-cricket-podcas...
Jan 27, 2024•39 min
England's tour of India has started. The first Test in Hyderabad might set the tone for the series, as England's batters struggled against the quality spin trio of Ashwin, Jadeja and Axar Patel. Just for fun Jasprit Bumrah also picked up a couple of wickets, with only Ben Stokes providing serious resistance. Later in the day, Jaiswal gave England a taste of their own medicine as he Bazballed Tom Hartley for multiple sixes. VOTE FOR TCP: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-cri...
Jan 25, 2024•42 min
The Cricket Podcast boys preview the India v England Test series. Joined by Dan Weston they talk about what England's chances are of pulling off a big upset away in India. In part one they discuss team news, previewing the line-up of both sides and asking questions about how both teams selected their squads. Have England missed a trick with no Will Jacks? And how will India structure their side and chose a wicket keeper? In part two they talk predictions. Who will score the most runs, take the m...
Jan 21, 2024•1 hr 6 min
This is a special episode of The Cricket Podcast, looking back on 2023. Ross and Max go head-to-head to see who knows the most about cricket, by recalling events from cricket in 2023. Featuring topics from throughout the year, including the IPL, The Ashes, The Cricket World Cup and more! VOTE CRICKET PODCAST - https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-cricket-podcast/ Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon...
Jan 14, 2024•1 hr 4 min
India won the shortest Test match in the history of Test cricket, as they overcame South Africa and an absolutely dreadful pitch. This levelled the series at 1-1, and lead to a big debate about pitches and what is appropriate. Props to Aiden Markram and Mohammed Siraj, who put in star performances. Meanwhile, Australia are on the cusp of victory over Pakistan. Paksitan gave them a scare, but will come up short after a catastrophic end to day 3. And the boys discuss the ICC awards for 2024. Which...
Jan 05, 2024•1 hr 6 min
On this episode of The Cricket Podcast the boys review the two boxing day Test matches. India were away in South Africa, as they came up short against a South African team who are formiddable at home. Rabada and Elgar took the plaudits as they ran rampants with ball and bat respectively. In Australia Pakistan came close to causing an upset. However, they lost the big moments of the Test letting Pat Cummins and the lads pick up a win in the end. Cummins himself became the second Aussie captain to...
Dec 30, 2023•45 min
The 2024 IPL auction took place today with some mind-boggling deals being made. We are joined by Dan Weston to give our instant reaction! Mitchell Starc smashed the record for the most expensive ever IPL purchase as he sold for almost 25 crore, equivalent to £2,500,000. We discuss this and all the other major stories that came out of the 2024 IPL Auction. VOTE FOR THE CRICKET PODCAST HERE >>> https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-cricket-podcast/?cn-reloaded=1 Use the ...
Dec 19, 2023•1 hr 16 min
England are in action in the West Indies, where they have lost their ODI series 2-1. What does this mean for their White Ball Reset (tm) and where will they go next? Then, in parts 2, 3 and 4 the boys talk IPL. Dan Weston joins the podcast to talk through all 10 teams in the IPL, and where they stand pre-auction. Who have they released? How much do they have in their purses? And where will they splash the cash? Don't miss our big IPL Auction Preview! Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free s...
Dec 11, 2023•1 hr 31 min
After a brief break following our mega World Cup coverage, the guys are back and this time we're bringing Dan Weston along for the party. We revisit our World Cup predictions to see who came out on top from TCP and we discuss the big IPL trades, releases and retentions. Are Gurajat mad for letting Hardik Pandya go? Mumbai Indians - good business or risk of undermining the whole system? How do RCB fair in the whole thing with Cameron Green now on the books? Is Devdutt Padikall for Avesh Khan actu...
Dec 03, 2023•1 hr 10 min
Australia overcame India in the 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup. After a bowling effort lead by Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood kept India to just 240, the batters lead by Travis Head and Marnus Labuschagne were able to steer the Australians to victory. We react to another Cricket World Cup win for the Aussies, and the final more generally. Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Sup...
Nov 19, 2023•42 min
Australia held their nerve against South Africa to qualify for their 8th ODI Cricket World Cup Final. It was heart break again for South Africa, who rebuilt after a horror start to set a total of 212. Australia responded in a hurry, but were held back by the South African spinners. It eventually fell to Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc who stayed composed and steered the Australia team to the World Cup Final where they will play India. Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Mansca...
Nov 16, 2023•48 min
India have qualified for the 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup Final, as they overcame New Zealand. Batting first they piled on a huge score, thanks in no small part to Virat Kohli, who rose the occasion and broke the record for most ODI centuries. What a player Virat Kohli is. In response New Zealand kept things interesting, until Shami returned to blow them away and take India to the Cricket World Cup Final. Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio:...
Nov 15, 2023•49 min
We have finally reached the 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup semi-finals. In match one, India will take on New Zealand, which is a repeat of the match in 2019. In 2019 India lost narrowly, so will be out for revenge. Will India be able to beat New Zealand, at home, and make it to the final? In the second match, Australia take on South Africa in another classic Cricket World Cup rivalry. South Africa won easily in the group stages, but we ask whether Australia have found another gear? Use the code: CRI...
Nov 13, 2023•1 hr 4 min
The last few days of games have all but confirmed the 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup semi-finalists. New Zealand's big win over Sri Lanka was just what they needed, as their Net Run Rate boost leaves them basically out of reach of Pakistan. Afghanistan meanwhile fell to defeat against South Africa, who once again looked nervous when chasing. And finally, England actually won a cricket match! They defeated the Netherlands to more or less confirm their place at the Champions trophy in 2025. Use the co...
Nov 10, 2023•32 min
Glenn Maxwell just played the greatest innings of all time. Australia somehow overcame Afghanistan in one of the craziest cricket matches in Cricket World Cup history. How did this happen, what did Glenn Maxwell just do? It's insane. And in more insanity, there was a timed out wicket in the Bangladesh v Sri Lanka match. Angelo Mathews and Shakib had beef, what on earth is going on in this tournament? Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: ht...
Nov 07, 2023•1 hr
