On the final episode of our Ashes Revisited series, former Australia fast bowler Peter Siddle chats with cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris about the fifth Test at The Oval, where England won in four days to level the series 2-2. Siddle talks about Tim Paine's decision to bowl, his untimely injury, Steve Smith, his favourite moments and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 08, 2020•58 min•Season 1Ep. 150
Our Ashes Revisited series takes us to the fourth Test at Old Trafford, where Australia bounce back from the shattering loss at Headingley to crush England and retain the Ashes on English soil for the first time in 18 years. Joining cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to re-live the five days in Manchester is Australia Test captain Tim Paine, who talks about refocusing after Leeds, his tactics throughout the match, the post-match celebrations and being in awe of Steve Smith. Hosted on Acast. Se...
Sep 01, 2020•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 149
Australia fast bowler Pat Cummins and ace spinner Nathan Lyon join cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to re-live the final day of the unforgettable 2019 Headingley Ashes Test. Cummins and Lyon discuss the tactics, emotions and jaw-dropping moments on the final day, from the DRS miss, the fumbled run-out, Ben Stokes' incredible century and the aftermath. It's a must-listen for any cricket fan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Aug 25, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 148
On episode three of a special six-part series revisiting the 2019 Ashes, Australia fast bowler Pat Cummins and spinner Nathan Lyon join cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to chat about the first three days of the third Test at Headingley, including the loss of Steve Smith to concussion, the horror first day, epic reply on day two and the tense third day which left the match hanging in the balance. Next week, Cummins and Lyon return for episode four, which covers the thrilling final day of one ...
Aug 18, 2020•42 min•Season 1Ep. 147
On episode two of a special six-part series revisiting the 2019 Ashes, Australia fast bowler Josh Hazlewood joins cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to chat about the second Test at Lord's, his comeback into the Test team, how the dressing room reacted after Steve Smith was struck, super-sub Marnus Labuschagne and his favourite moments of the tour. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 11, 2020•55 min•Season 1Ep. 146
The Unplayable Podcast returns with a special six-part series revisiting the 2019 Ashes. On episode one, world No.1 Test batter Steve Smith joins cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to chat about Australia's dominant win at Edgbaston, his epic twin hundreds and how he left the UK feeling unsatisfied. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 04, 2020•55 min•Season 1Ep. 145
On the last edition of our lockdown specials, Australia's World Cup champion opening pair of Alyssa Healy and Beth Mooney speak separately to cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris about their World Cup memories and how they're spending isolation RundownHealy00:40 - How Alyssa is handling the lockdown03:08 - World Cup memories06:40 - Alyssa speaks about her player-of-the-match performance in the final08:50 - Alyssa speaks about the prospect of playing in a shortened WBBL season and how the players...
May 14, 2020•27 min•Season 1Ep. 144
Former Australia and Victoria allrounder John Hastings joins cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris and Aussie quick Kane Richardson to talk the impact of COVID-19, his career highlights before taking on a challenging quiz. Episode rundown00:00 – John on how the COVID-19 has impacted his life and businesses06:00 – John on his health having retired from cricket due to illness09:00 – John on what he's been watching and The Test documentary11:45 – John's career highlights including his first Test and...
May 05, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 143
This week's episode features champion batter Mike 'Mr Cricket' Hussey, who speaks to cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris and fast bowler Kane Richardson about how he's spending his time in isolation, his wonderful career, greatest opponents and takes on the quiz. Episode rundown00:00 – How Kane and Mike have been spending isolation02:10 – Mike explains how he is conducting the review at South Australia08:30 – Mike goes over his career, starting with having to wait for his international debut12:...
Apr 28, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 142
On this week's episode, cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris chats to former Australia allrounder Shane Watson. Episode rundown: 00:00 – Shane explains what he's been up to in isolation 02:40 – Shane talks about his new venture, T20Stars.com and his unreal podcast chat with Sir Vivian Richards 14:30 – Shane's advice for aspiring T20 stars 16:45 – Shane puts his hat on as ACA president and provides an update from the players' perspective on how they're handling the coronavirus pandemic 19:45 – We...
Apr 21, 2020•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 141
On this week's episode, Sam Ferris and Kane Richardson chat to former Australia fast bowler Peter Siddle. Episode rundown:00:00 - How Pete has been keeping busy in isolation08:30 - Pete addresses his playing future12:30 - Pete's thoughts on 'The Test' doco15:00 - Pete reflects on his career highlights35:20 - Pete picks his best Test XI from opposition players49:00 - Pete tries to beat his own quiz score from last Ashes series Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 16, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 140
On the season finale of the Unplayable Podcast, cricket.com.au reporter Sam Ferris chats with Australia fast bowler Kane Richardson about his coronavirus scare, what it was like in quarantine and how the summer panned out for the Aussies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 17, 2020•33 min•Season 1Ep. 139
Cricket.com.au's Sam Ferris and Callum Kanoniuk discuss Australia's epic ICC Women's T20 World Cup win before chatting to Andre 'The Doc' Mauger, who has traveled with the Australian Men's Cricket Team for the past 18 months filming for The Test, Amazon Prime's new cricket documentary which launches this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 10, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 138
The ICC Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals are upon us! To preview Australia's semi-final clash, cricket.com.au women's editor Laura chats to Sam Ferris about the tournament-ending injury to Ellyse Perry, who might replace her, the Wolf, and the big names of the final four teams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 03, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 137
Australia are still alive in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup but only just. Reviewing all the action are former Australia captain Lisa Sthalekar and cricket.com.au reporter Sam Ferris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 25, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 136
Former World Cup champion Mel Jones joins cricket.com.au reporter Sam Ferris to preview the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, pick a winner, players to watch and a record to be broken Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 18, 2020•16 min•Season 1Ep. 135
On this week's episode cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris is joined by Sydney Sixers skipper and NSW allrounder Moises Henriques to recap the Australian Cricket Awards, wrap up the KFC BBL season and look ahead to the second half of the Marsh Sheffield Shield competition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 11, 2020•43 min•Season 1Ep. 134
On this week's episode Australia and Sydney Sixers fast bowler Josh Hazlewood chats to cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris about the Stars v Thunder BBL Challenger Final and the Grand Final at the SCG, but not before Australia's selectors named the T20 and ODI squads for the tour of South Africa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 04, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 133
On this week's episode we chat to Australia fast bowler Mitch Starc about his recent trip to India and look ahead to what's coming up in 2020. We then hear from champions batter Mike Hussey to preview the KFC BBL Finals and chat about the Big Appeal charity match for bushfire relief. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 28, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 132
On this special episode of the Unplayable Podcast, cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris goes through the career of a former Australia captain, undefeated Test cricketer, World Cup winner, self-proclaimed whitewash wizard, ambidextrous thrower, unorthodox batter, natural redhead and soon to be national selector, George Bailey. The Unplayable Podcast is brought to you by Mastercard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 20, 2020•58 min•Season 1Ep. 131
On this week's episode, Sydney Sixers spinner Steve O'Keefe joins cricket.com.au reporter Sam Ferris to review the first ODI between Australia and India, the KFC BBL debut of AB de Villiers and take a quick-fire look at how each Big Bash club is going this season. The Unplayable Podcast is brought to you by Mastercard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 15, 2020•42 min•Season 1Ep. 130
For the final time this summer, Australia off-spinner Nathan Lyon joins cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to review the third Domain Test at the SCG, wrap up the entire Test summer and give out some awards Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 07, 2020•30 min•Season 1Ep. 129
Australia's greatest Test off-spinner Nathan Lyon joins cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to preview the third Domain Test at the SCG, talk New Year's resolutions and break down the wicket of Henry Nicholls at the MCG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 01, 2020•27 min•Season 1Ep. 128
On this episode of the Unplayable Podcast, cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris is joined by Australia's greatest ever Test off-spinner Nathan Lyon to preview the Boxing Day Test, provide a masterclass in spin bowling, reveal a new nickname for one of Australia's in-form batters and hand out a few select Christmas gifts. The Unplayable Podcast is brought to you by Mastercard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 23, 2019•29 min•Season 1Ep. 127
Former Australia and Perth Scorchers fast bowler Mitchell Johnson and cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris preview the upcoming KFC Big Bash League season, go through every team, highlight the players to watch, pick their finalists and run the rule over BBL Fantasy steals. The Unplayable Podcast is brought to you by Mastercard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 16, 2019•58 min•Season 1Ep. 126
On this episode cricket.com.au journalists Sam Ferris and Andrew Ramsey wrap up the first Domain Test in Perth where Australia crushed new Zealand by 296 runs. You'll hear from run machine Marnus Labuschagne and player of the match Mitch Starc. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 15, 2019•19 min•Season 1Ep. 125
On this week's episode Australia off-spinner Nathan Lyon joins cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to preview the first Domain Test between Australia and New Zealand in Perth, talk pitches, the biggest nuffies in the group and who might well be the next Aussie Test captain. The Unplayable Podcast is brought to you by Mastercard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 10, 2019•27 min•Season 1Ep. 124
On this week's episode cricket.com.au journalists Sam Ferris and Louis Cameron wrap up the second Domain Test from Adelaide, hear from the GOAT Nathan Lyon, discuss Australia's Test squad for the New Zealand series and chat with Australia women's team head coach Matthew Mott about the Rebel WBBL finals. Sam and Louis also pick their 2023 Aussie Ashes squad, look at the World Test Championship and recap the first half of the Marsh Sheffield Shield. The Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you...
Dec 03, 2019•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 123
On this week's episode Australia off-spinner Nathan Lyon and cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris review Australia's innings-and-five-run win over Pakistan in the first Domain Test at the Gabba before looking ahead to the second Test in Adelaide. The Unplayable Podcast is brought to you by Mastercard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 25, 2019•19 min•Season 1Ep. 122
On this week's episode cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris previews the first domain Test from the Gabba with off-spinner Nathan Lyon and talks to Sydney Sixers allrounder Erin Burns about the Rebel WBBL, a bizarre injury and the upcoming finals. The Unplayable Podcast is brought to you by Mastercard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 19, 2019•29 min•Season 1Ep. 121