Cameron Ponsonby and The Cricketer's Nick Friend discuss the first of four Kookaburra rounds and are joined on the show by Dane Vilas, Middlesex's interim head coach, and England Women's national selector Lydia Greenway. The County Conversation podcast is sponsored by Dafabet, the world’s leading online betting site. To find out more, visit: http://dafa.io/TheCricketer 18+ | Gamble Responsibly | BeGambleAware.org 0:00 Intro 00:17 A new summer schedule... 05:57 Lydia Greenway interview 21:12 The ...
Jun 27, 2025•49 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Cameron Ponsonby and Nick Friend discuss the return of the Kookaburra ball for the next four rounds of County Championship cricket, as the men's and women's Blast competitions reach the halfway mark. The County Conversation podcast is sponsored by Dafabet, the world’s leading online betting site. To find out more, visit: http://dafa.io/TheCricketer 18+ | Gamble Responsibly | BeGambleAware.org 0:00 Intro 00:17 The Kookaburra returns 15:28 Women's Blast review 28:09 Men's Blast review 44:24 Outro ...
Jun 18, 2025•45 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Cameron Ponsonby, Nick Friend and George Dobell discuss plans for the new, men's county summer schedule, Surrey Women dominating the Blast, and Northants' getting off to a fast start in the men's competition. The County Conversation podcast is sponsored by Dafabet, the world’s leading online betting site. To find out more, visit: http://dafa.io/TheCricketer 18+ | Gamble Responsibly | BeGambleAware.org 0:00 Intro 00:17 A new summer schedule... 35:25 Surrey Women dominating the Blast 43:28 Northan...
Jun 11, 2025•52 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Host Cameron Ponsonby and The Cricketer's Nick Friend discuss dwindling crowds in the Blast, James Anderson's T20 return, the individual winners from England Lions' draw with India and the significance of June 1. The County Conversation podcast is sponsored by Dafabet, the world’s leading online betting site. To find out more, visit: http://dafa.io/TheCricketer 18+ | Gamble Responsibly | BeGambleAware.org 0:00 Intro 00:17 Declining crowds in the T20 Blast 16:57 James Anderson back with the white...
Jun 04, 2025•46 min•Season 2Ep. 10
On this week's pod... host Cameron Ponsonby and The Cricketer's Nick Friend discuss the state of play in the County Championship at the halfway stage, catch up with Mel Farrell in Rome, and take a look at Middlesex's remarkable T20 numbers. The County Conversation podcast is sponsored by Dafabet, the world’s leading online betting site. To find out more, visit: http://dafa.io/TheCricketer 18+ | Gamble Responsibly | BeGambleAware.org 0:00 Intro 00:16 County Championship recap 15:00 Players of the...
May 28, 2025•52 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Host Cameron Ponsonby and The Cricketer's Nick Friend discuss tailenders open the batting, first wins, and Zimbabwe, who are in town for a one-off Test, and for county cricketers it is becoming a very popular destination. The County Conversation podcast is sponsored by Dafabet, the world’s leading online betting site. To find out more, visit: http://dafa.io/TheCricketer 18+ | Gamble Responsibly | BeGambleAware.org 0:00 Intro 00:18 Tailenders opening the batting 12:17 First wins of the season 31:...
May 21, 2025•45 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Host Cameron Ponsonby and The Cricketer's Nick Friend discuss the glut of runs in the women's One-Day Cup, what is going on at Lancashire and whether counties have found a way of stopping Surrey. The County Conversation podcast is sponsored by Dafabet, the world’s leading online betting site. To find out more, visit: https://tinyurl.com/bdhksd64 0:00: Intro 00:08: Women's runs-fest 9:42: Emma Lamb interview 18:17: Trouble at Lancashire 39:10: Stifling Surrey 52:12: George Dobell on Che Simmons 5...
May 14, 2025•54 min•Season 2Ep. 7
On this week's episode... Cameron Ponsonby and Nick Friend discuss Division Two thrillers, the art of batting with Jarrod Kimber, who joins the show to discuss his new book, and the rebirth of cricket's FA Cup. 0:00: Intro 00:08: Division Two thrillers 21:45: Knockout cricket is back 33:33: Jarrod Kimber interview 54:20: Outro Jarrod's book, The Art of Batting, is OUT NOW! ➡️ https://www.amazon.co.uk/Art-Batting-Crickets-Greatest-Scorers/dp/1399416545 Award-winning, exclusive content and more at...
May 07, 2025•55 min•Season 2Ep. 6
On this week's episode... Cameron Ponsonby and Nick Friend ask: Is this Notts' year? Are Leicestershire the funnest team in the country? And how has the launch of Tier One gone? Elsewhere, George Dobell recaps Surrey's win over Somerset at The Oval, and Nick speaks to former Leicestershire skipper, Lewis Hill. 0:00 Intro 0:08: Notts' title charge 13:47: George Dobell at The Oval 18:03: Leicestershire the entertainers 34:27: Lewis Hill interview 44:09: Tier One's launch 1:00:49 Outro Award-winnin...
Apr 30, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 5
On this week's episode... Cameron Ponsonby and Nick Friend look at the players on England's radar, discuss tier-two upsets, and delve into the world of state-school cricket. Elsewhere, Mel Farrell joins the show to reflect on the major talking points from the clash between Essex and Worcestershire at Chelmsford, and Nick interviews Worcestershire Women's head coach, Ed Wilson. 0:00 Intro 0:08: Opening batters and spin bowlers 20:19: Mel Farrell at Chelmsford 30:35: Yorkshire Women result shock 3...
Apr 24, 2025•56 min•Season 2Ep. 4
On this week's episode, Cameron Ponsonby and Nick Friend discuss the launch of Project Darwin - the regeneration of women’s domestic cricket - and the general unknowns of what is ahead. Oscar Ress stops by to reflect on Charlotte Edwards' last day as Hampshire coach, and Mel Farrell covers what the Australian Women's domestic system got right, and what England are trying to copy. 0:00 Intro 0:08: Project Darwin - Tier 1 & 2 preview 20:42: Oscar Ress on Charlotte Edwards' final day as Hampshi...
Apr 17, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 3
On this week's episode, Cameron Ponsonby and Nick Friend reflect on the first week of County Championship action, discuss the complexities of overseas recruitment, and come to the startling conclusion that Brian Lara was "good" at cricket... 0:00 Intro 0:08 Championship opener shows off England's depth 17:36: Keith Dudgeon on Joe Root's helping hand 19:53: Overseas deals: why are they so complicated? 29:57: James Coyne on Liam Guthrie 30:58: Do runs equal happiness? 46:52 Outro Award-winning, ex...
Apr 10, 2025•47 min•Season 2Ep. 2
The Cricketer's County Conversation returns! On this week's episode, Cameron Ponsonby and Nick Friend are joined by The Cricketer's newest signing, Melinda Farrell, chief correspondent George Dobell, and new PCA chair Olly Hannon-Dalby as we look ahead to the 2025 county summer! 0:00 Intro 0:08 What have you missed this winter? 17:34: What does this summer have in store? 20:35: Mel Farrell says hello! 28:43: George Dobell's one to watch 34:24: PCA chair Olly Hannon-Dalby on the game's present ch...
Apr 03, 2025•50 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Cameron Ponsonby and Nick Friend review the county season and hand out their end of season awards. Award-winning exclusive content and more at your fingertips - every day - from The Cricketer for only £3.99 per month. Just click the link below! 🤝 Subscribe here: https://shop.thecricketer.com/subscription/digital 📲 Join The Cricketer's new WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaK5aDWKQuJFp9CcYK0N Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCricketerMag Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the...
Oct 05, 2024•57 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Cameron Ponsonby and Nick Friend are joined by Surrey head coach, Gareth Batty, to talk all things county cricket. Award-winning exclusive content and more at your fingertips - every day - from The Cricketer for only £3.99 per month. Just click the link below! 🤝 Subscribe here: https://shop.thecricketer.com/subscription/digital 📲 Join The Cricketer's new WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaK5aDWKQuJFp9CcYK0N Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCricketerMag Instagram: https://www.i...
Sep 25, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Nick Friend and Cameron Ponsonby are joined by Vitality Blast player of the year, Gloucestershire's David Payne. Award-winning exclusive content and more at your fingertips - every day - from The Cricketer for only £3.99 per month. Just click the link below! 🤝 Subscribe here: https://shop.thecricketer.com/subscription/digital 📲 Join The Cricketer's new WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaK5aDWKQuJFp9CcYK0N Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCricketerMag Instagram: https://www.ins...
Sep 18, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Nick Friend and Cameron Ponsonby are joined by Chris Wood to discuss the ins and outs of what it is like to take part in Finals Day. Award-winning exclusive content and more at your fingertips - every day - from The Cricketer for only £3.99 per month. Just click the link below! 🤝 Subscribe here: https://shop.thecricketer.com/subscription/digital 📲 Join The Cricketer's new WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaK5aDWKQuJFp9CcYK0N Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCricketerMag Instag...
Sep 12, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Cameron Ponsonby and Nick Friend are joined by Nottinghamshire assistant head coach, Paul Franks, who discusses the rise of Farhan Ahmed, who claimed a 10-wicket haul on his first-class debut. 🎟️ Get your Metro Bank One-Day Cup final tickets right here! ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/y3mx5fum Award-winning exclusive content and more at your fingertips - every day - from The Cricketer for only £3.99 per month. Just click the link below! 🤝 Subscribe here: https://shop.thecricketer.com/subscription/digit...
Sep 07, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Cameron Ponsonby and Nick Friend are joined by Leicestershire CEO Sean Jarvis, who discusses on-field success, and off-field struggles. Award-winning exclusive content and more at your fingertips - every day - from The Cricketer for only £3.99 per month. Just click the link below! 🤝 Subscribe here: https://shop.thecricketer.com/subscription/digital 📲 Join The Cricketer's new WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaK5aDWKQuJFp9CcYK0N Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCricketerMag Ins...
Aug 29, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Cameron Ponsonby and Nick Friend review the competition so far, which will see Somerset and Glamorgan meet in the final in September. Award-winning exclusive content and more at your fingertips - every day - from The Cricketer for only £3.99 per month. Just click the link below! 🤝 Subscribe here: https://shop.thecricketer.com/subscription/digital 📲 Join The Cricketer's new WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaK5aDWKQuJFp9CcYK0N Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCricketerMag Insta...
Aug 21, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Cameron Ponsonby is joined by Nick Friend, and former England batsman James Taylor. Award-winning exclusive content and more at your fingertips - every day - from The Cricketer for only £3.99 per month. Just click the link below! 🤝 Subscribe here: https://shop.thecricketer.com/subscription/digital 📲 Join The Cricketer's new WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaK5aDWKQuJFp9CcYK0N Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCricketerMag Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecricketer/ Face...
Aug 16, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Cameron Ponsonby is joined by Nick Friend, and Rich Hudson, director of cricket operations at The Professional Cricketers' Association. Award-winning exclusive content and more at your fingertips - every day - from The Cricketer for only £3.99 per month. Just click the link below! 🤝 Subscribe here: https://shop.thecricketer.com/subscription/digital 📲 Join The Cricketer's new WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaK5aDWKQuJFp9CcYK0N Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCricketerMag In...
Aug 12, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Cameron Ponsonby is joined by Nick Friend, and Somerset's James Rew. Award-winning exclusive content and more at your fingertips - every day - from The Cricketer for only £3.99 per month. Just click the link below! 🤝 Subscribe here: https://shop.thecricketer.com/subscription/digital 📲 Join The Cricketer's new WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaK5aDWKQuJFp9CcYK0N Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCricketerMag Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecricketer/ Facebook: https://w...
Aug 02, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Cameron Ponsonby is joined by Nick Friend, and One-Day Cup maestro, Ed Barnard. Award-winning exclusive content and more at your fingertips - every day - from The Cricketer for only £3.99 per month. Just click the link below! 🤝 Subscribe here: https://shop.thecricketer.com/subscription/digital 📲 Join The Cricketer's new WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaK5aDWKQuJFp9CcYK0N Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCricketerMag Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecricketer/ Facebook...
Jul 26, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Cameron Ponsonby is joined by Nick Friend, and Harry Swindells, who looks back on his stunning knock and discusses the One-Day Cup's place in the English summer. Award-winning exclusive content and more at your fingertips - every day - from The Cricketer for only £3.99 per month. Just click the link below! 🤝 Subscribe here: https://shop.thecricketer.com/subscription/digital 📲 Join The Cricketer's new WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaK5aDWKQuJFp9CcYK0N Twitter: https://twitt...
Jul 19, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Cameron Ponsonby is joined by Nick Friend, and Keaton Jennings, who talks Jimmy Anderson and transfer windows. Award-winning exclusive content and more at your fingertips - every day - from The Cricketer for only £3.99 per month. Just click the link below! 🤝 Subscribe here: https://shop.thecricketer.com/subscription/digital 📲 Join The Cricketer's new WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaK5aDWKQuJFp9CcYK0N Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCricketerMag Instagram: https://www.insta...
Jul 11, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Cameron Ponsonby is joined by Nick Friend, and James Bracey, who talks us through the stunning County Championship match between Gloucestershire and Glamorgan. Award-winning exclusive content and more at your fingertips - every day - from The Cricketer for only £3.99 per month. Just click the link below! 🤝 Subscribe here: https://shop.thecricketer.com/subscription/digital 📲 Join The Cricketer's new WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaK5aDWKQuJFp9CcYK0N Twitter: https://twitter...
Jul 05, 2024•56 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Cameron Ponsonby is joined by Nick Friend, and Tymal Mills who discusses the structure of the T20 Blast and tells us which competition he thinks is the best to win. Award-winning exclusive content and more at your fingertips - every day - from The Cricketer for only £3.99 per month. Just click the link below! 🤝 Subscribe here: https://shop.thecricketer.com/subscription/digital 📲 Join The Cricketer's new WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaK5aDWKQuJFp9CcYK0N Twitter: https://tw...
Jun 25, 2024•48 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Cameron Ponsonby is joined by Nick Howson, and Essex head coach Anthony McGrath who discusses his future at the club, and the greatest challenges on the county circuit. Award-winning exclusive content and more at your fingertips - every day - from The Cricketer for only £3.99 per month. Just click the link below! 🤝 Subscribe here: https://shop.thecricketer.com/subscription/digital 📲 Join The Cricketer's new WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaK5aDWKQuJFp9CcYK0N Twitter: https:...
Jun 20, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Cameron Ponsonby is joined by Nick Friend, and Somerset's Will Smeed who discusses his white-ball travels. Award-winning exclusive content and more at your fingertips - every day - from The Cricketer for only £3.99 per month. Just click the link below! 🤝 Subscribe here: https://shop.thecricketer.com/subscription/digital 📲 Join The Cricketer's new WhatsApp channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaK5aDWKQuJFp9CcYK0N Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheCricketerMag Instagram: https://www.instagram...
Jun 14, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 11
