Episodes
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Kevin Howells, Tymal Mills & Emily Windsor are joined by Worcestershire CEO Ashely Giles.
They discuss the sad passing of Worcestershire spinner Josh Baker, at just the age of 20, and how the team will be commemorating Baker.
Plus, Giles talks about the future of New Road, Worcestershireâs ground, as the flooding issues it faces will only get worse going forward, he says. He also looks at the effects not being able to access the pitch and the training pitches has had on the Worcestershire side.
And, why is it so hard to get Tymal & Emily in one place at the same time?
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Mark Chapman is joined by former England internationals Phil Tufnell and Georgia Elwiss, as well as Kent's Sam Billings to look at how England's men and women's sides are shaping up ahead of their respective World Cups.
They discuss Jofra Archer's potential return to international cricket in this week's T20 series against Pakistan and the impact the fast bowler could have.
Bowler Hannah Rainey joins the pod to tell us about Scotland's qualification for the women's T20 World Cup and giving up her career as a vet to focus full time on cricket.
And we have the latest from the Indian Premier League as the tournament reaches its knockout stages.
TIMECODES02:02 England men's T20 World Cup preparation21:54 Jofra Archer's return to international cricket29:33 England women's series win v Pakistan37:01 Hannah Rainey on Scotland's qualification and giving up being a vet44:53 The IPL knockout stages
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Alison Mitchell is joined by former England bowlers Katherine Sciver-Brunt and Alex Hartley to review the 3-0 T20 series win against Pakistan. They look at the positives for England, including Danni Wyatt's fine innings on Sunday at Headingley. They also look at where England need to improve, including whether more is needed from the side's younger players, ahead the T20 World Cup in Bangladesh. We also hear from Wyatt and captain Heather Knight.
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Kate and Alex are joined by Kathryn and Sarah Bryce in this weekâs pod. The pair reveal all about Scotlandâs World Cup qualification, including the celebrations after their decisive victory over Ireland.
Alex reports back on her new job and Kate tells us about the podcastâs youngest listener.
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Nikesh Rughani, Abhishek Jhunjhunwala and Steven Finn bring you all the latest from the Indian Premier League as Rajasthan Royals secure a play-off spot following Delhi Capitals' victory over Lucknow Super Giants.
They look at whether Royal Challengers Bengaluru can snatch a play-off spot after recovering from an awful start to the tournament. And the panel look at who'll be most affected by the departure of England's players.
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Managing Director of England Menâs Cricket Rob Key tells Kevin Howells exactly how he, along with Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes, discussed with Jimmy Anderson the decision for the bowler to retire whilst also talking about the impact Anderson has had throughout his England career and the opportunity it presents for someone to âstep upâ from county cricket.
Key also gives updates on Ben Stokes & Jofra Archer.
Also, Key tells Kevin that itâs âquality not quantityâ when it to comes to calls for shortening the domestic schedule. Key had a seventeen-year career in county cricket and wants the best conditions for cricketers to develop and be better placed for making the jump from the County Championship to international level.
Plus, his take on the County Championshipâs reaction to the use of the Kookaburra ball.
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Alex recounts a chaotic trip to the capital in the latest episode of No Balls, while Kate has some fascinating insight on playing in two close encounters for Thunder in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy. And we've plenty of listener messages and emails.
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12 months after that dramatic Ashes summer, Australian spin bowler Nathan Lyon is back in the UK with Lancashire in the County Championship.
He spoke to BBC Sportâs Stephan Shemilt about experiencing life in the North West, having to leave the 2023 Ashes early through injury, and how he has changed as a person throughout his career.
And he offers an intriguing prediction as to how last summer's Ashes would have gone if he'd played all five matches.
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Nikesh Rughani, BBC Cricket reporter Henry Moeran and former England wicketkeeper James Foster bring you the latest from the Indian Premier League.
They ask if Rajasthan Royals should be concerned after losing top spot following back-to-back defeats. And after Sanju Samson once again impressed with the bat, could he force his way into Indiaâs World T20 side?
Thereâs also a focus on new leaders Kolkata Knight Riders, with James giving an insight into what itâs like to be involved with the franchise.
And the team also look at why Mumbai Indians have struggled, despite having some of the leading Indian talent at their disposal.
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Kevin Howells, Tymal Mills & Emily Windsor debate the PCA's survey calling for a reduction in County Cricket.
Chair of Sussex County Cricket Club, Jon Filby, rejects calls for fewer matches to be played in the County Cricket season.
Jason Kerr, Head Coach of Somerset County Cricket Club, tells us what it's like to be in a demanding schedule.
Plus, Will MacPherson of the Telegraph outlines the main areas of debate and attempts to find answers quickly.
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Kevin Howells, Tymal Mills & Emily Windsor talk to Essex & South Africa batter Dean Elgar, Durham head coach Ryan Campbell, and South East Stars all-rounder Ryana MacDonald-Gay.
Elgar talks about settling into this season with Essex, whilst Campbell talks about what heâs seen from Ben Stokes in training and updates us on the England menâs captainâs bowling.
MacDonald-Gay talks about her incredible start to the season with South East Stars.
Plus, the drive for modern day cricket to attract the best athletes.
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Nikesh Rughani, Steven Finn and Abhishek Jhunjhunwala react to the news Jofra Archer has been included in the England T20 World Cup squad, his first international call-up in more than a year. They also look at favourites India's squad, with Rishabh Pant returning after recovering from injuries sustained in a serious car accident.
And with the IPL heading towards the end of the group stage, the panel look at the fascinating battle to make the top four, with five teams currently separated by just two points.
TIMECODES00:50 England's World T20 squad03:00 Jofra Archer's return08:00 Tom Hartley and England's spin options15:10 The scrap for the IPL's top four17:00 Can Sanju Samson take his IPL form into the World Cup?
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Kevin Howells is alongside Tymal Mills and Emily Windsor to discuss this week's big stories coming out of the County Championship.
They react to the eight women's teams which have been awarded tier one status from 2025 onwards.
Warwickshire Men's captain and current highest run scorer in Division One Alex Davies joins them to talk about his great form so far this season, despite his struggles turning half-centuries into centuries. Also how he manages his bowlers who don't won't to be taken off and tales of Pakistan international Hassan Ali - the prankster.
Plus, Ben Bloom, the author of Batting For Time, talks about the future of the domestic game.
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Why can't RCB find form despite the heroics of Virat Kohli? And can Rajasthan Royals continue their brilliant season? Nikesh Rughani and Abhishek Jhunjhunwala discuss it all.
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Kate Cross and Alex Hartley give their thoughts on the new women's domestic set-up and have tales of their winter adventures. Plus, Alex is becoming a golf person...
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Tymal Mills and Steven Finn join Nikesh Rughani to discuss Jos Buttler's latest heroics after another dramatic week in the IPL. Plus, we hear from Punjab Kings' Kagiso Rabada.
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England bowler Kate Cross is fresh off the field at the end of the tour to New Zealand. Kate, Alex Hartley and former New Zealand wicket-keeper Katey Martin discuss the action.
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