Wisden Cricket Weekly
Wisden Cricket Weekly
Join Mark Butcher, Yas Rana and the rest of the Wisden Cricket Weekly Podcast team for a weekly digest of the biggest stories from both English cricket and the wider world game.
India win the Champions Trophy & Harry Brook pulls out of the IPL
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Mark Butcher react to India's victory against New Zealand in the Champions Trophy final, Harry Brook's withdrawal from the IPL and all the latest news from the world of cricket this week.0:00 Seat Unique / 0:51 Intro / 1:35 India / 10:01 Rohit Sharma / 14:42 Are India set to dominate? / 18:46 WPA Health Insurance / 19:09 Moment of the Week / 22:44 New Zealand / 28:12 Patreon / 28:38 Final reflections on the Champions Trophy / 35:02 Lord's tickets / 36:06 Harry Brook / 4
Mar 10, • 1:13:20
Women's Cricket Weekly: Gujarat's surprise WPL title challenge & a chat with Lydia Greenway about England's 2005 Ashes heroes
Ahead of International Women's Day (March 8th), Katya Witney speaks to Lydia Greenway about her experiences in the game, England's 2005 Ashes heroes and those who came before professionalism.Yas Rana and Lauren Winfield-Hill then chat through all the latest action from the Women's Premier League and look ahead to England A's tour of Australia.0:00 Intro / 1:35 Lydia Greenway interview / 22:27 Lauren's final / 24:59 Women's Premier League / 32:53 Australia A vs England A / 38:02 OutroThe Metro Ba
Mar 7, • 43:46
Jos Buttler resigns and England crash out of another major tournament – what next?
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Mark Butcher discuss Jos Buttler's resignation as white-ball captain and England's disastrous Champions Trophy campaign.There's chat about potential successors to Buttler and new faces in the squad moving forward, before the focus switches to the knockout stages of the tournament this week.0:00 WPA Health Insurance / 0:40 Intro / 1:24 Jos Buttler resigns / 14:36 Does anyone play 50-over cricket? / 27:02 Brendon McCullum / 35:57 Wisden survey / 36:26 Lord's tickets / 36:
Mar 3, • 1:13:10
Women's Cricket Weekly: How The Hundred retentions really work, and a chat with an Australian superstar
Yas Rana and Lauren Winfield-Hill discuss the retention process for the 2025 Women's Hundred and Katya Witney speaks to Australia superstar Annabel Sutherland, currently out in India at the WPL.0:00 Intro / 1:16 Lauren Winfield-Hill / 22:10 Annabel Sutherland interview / 37:47 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to triple the number of girls’ cricket teams by breaking down barriers and creating supportive and inclusive spaces. Help transform the game, hea
Feb 28, • 43:32
Has England's extreme pace policy backfired?
Yas Rana, Phil Walker and Irish freelance journalist Nathan Johns discuss all the action from the opening round of Champions Trophy action, including England's defeat to Australia and a comfortable victory for India against Pakistan.Also on the agenda, the future of Test cricket for smaller nations, Jo Harman's interview with Brydon Carse, Mark Butcher on England vs Australia and a bumper new issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly.0:15 Gullivers Sports Travel / 1:05 Intro / 3:59 Australia / 9:
Feb 24, • 1:41:35
Women's Cricket Weekly: Week one of the WPL & the future of England's pace bowling
Yas Rana and Lauren Winfield-Hill reflect on the start of the 2025 Women's Premier League, before Katya Witney does a deep dive into England's new pace bowling development programme.She chats to Ryana MacDonald-Gay, who played two Tests for England over the winter, and Chris Liddle, the coach in charge of the pace programme.0:00 Intro / 1:26 Lauren Winfield-Hill on the WPL / 16:46 Pace bowling development programme / 25:11 Ryana MacDonald-Gay interview / 40:25 Chris Liddle interview / 1:03:05 Ou
Feb 22, • 1:11:50
The current culture around English cricket and a Champions Trophy preview
After a tricky start to 2025, Yas Rana, Phil Walker and Kate Mason discuss the culture in English cricket before previewing the Champions Trophy, which gets underway this week.Mark Butcher speaks to Yas ahead of the tournament, and Durham's young batting star Ben McKinney joins the show to chat about his winter with the England Lions.There's also a snippet of Jo Harman's excellent interview with Carl Hooper, exclusively available on Patreon.*Apologies for any audio issues as we adjust to life in
Feb 18, • 1:29:30
Women's Cricket Weekly: WPL 2025 preview, Afghanistan & what does The Hundred sale actually mean?
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Katya Witney preview the 2025 Women's Premier League, discuss the progress being made for Afghanistan's women and ponder what the sale of The Hundred actually means.0:00 Intro / 1:12 WPL / 14:52 Afghanistan / 20:50 The Hundred sale / 30:35 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to triple the number of girls’ cricket teams by breaking down barriers and creating supportive and inclusive spaces. Help transform the game, head t
Feb 14, • 33:20
Why are England struggling so much in white-ball cricket?
Yas Rana, Phil Walker and Mark Butcher discuss England's worsening white-ball struggles.In what was Brendon McCullum's first assignment as full-time white-ball head coach, Jos Buttler's side claimed just one win from eight games on a chastening tour of India.There's also chat about India's incredible strength, Australia's Test series victory in Sri Lanka, some huge names missing the Champions Trophy and more.0:00 Manual / 1:35 Intro / 2:38 What's wrong with England? / 22:09 The balance of Englan
Feb 13, • 1:06:03
Women's Cricket Weekly: It's finally over... Australia thrash England 16-0 & India win U19 World Cup
It's finally over. England's Ashes nightmare ended with an absolute thrashing in the MCG Test as Australia secured a comprehensive 16-0 whitewash.Yas Rana, Lauren Winfield-Hill, Ben Gardner and Katya Witney try to make sense of a miserable few weeks for England.0:00 Intro / 1:19 Lauren Winfield-Hill / 22:13 Women's Ashes, part two / 42:25 U19 World Cup / 47:48 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to triple the number of girls’ cricket teams by breaking dow
Feb 6, • 53:37
Concussion sub controversy, two-tier Test cricket & is The Hundred sale good for the English game? With Tom Banton
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Phil Walker reflect on India's 4-1 T20I series victory, including a controversial concussion sub, Abhishek Sharma's stunning century and some very ordinary England batting.Later on there's chat about the ongoing sale of The Hundred, the latest developments around two-tier Test cricket, Australia's thumping victory against Sri Lanka and more.Somerset's Tom Banton speaks to Katya Witney about the ILT20 and his England ambitions, while Mark Butcher joins the show to discus
Feb 5, • 1:44:14
Ashes Daily: King and Gardner seal the whitewash for the Aussies, what next for England?
Katya and Yas on day three at the MCG and what might come next for England.In association with Metro Bank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 1, • 21:11
Ashes Daily: England drop seven catches as Australia reassert their dominance
Katya, Yas and Ben on a miserable second day for England as Annabel Sutherland and Beth Mooney punish a sloppy fielding display.In association with Metro Bank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 31, • 18:53
Ashes Daily: Australia on course to take the series 16-0
Katya and Yas on the opening day of the MCG Test where Australia carried over their dominance from the white-ball leg of the tour.In association with Metro Bank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 30, • 16:33
Adil Rashid helps England bounce back in India & Dan Lawrence joins the show
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and ESPNCricinfo's Matt Roller discuss England's T20I series against India so far, picking their best XIs and reviewing some of the standout performers from both sides.Elsewhere in the show there's chat about West Indies' win in Pakistan, a thrilling Big Bash final, the sale of The Hundred and more.Mark Butcher joins the show to chat about the ongoing T20I series, while Katya Witney speaks to Dan Lawrence about his time in the ILT20, the franchise circuit and England ambiti
Jan 30, • 1:36:16
Women's Cricket Weekly: How big is the gap between England and Australia?
It's gone from bad to worse over in Australia for England, who find themselves 12-0 down and on the verge of a humiliating clean sweep heading into this week's Test at the MCG.Yas Rana, Lauren Winfield-Hill, Ben Gardner and Katya Witney discuss another tough week for Heather Knight's side, the gulf between the two teams, a potential new captain and more.0:00 Intro / 1:26 Lauren Winfield-Hill / 27:03 England's batting / 28:29 A change of captain? / 32:21 World Cup qualification / 33:02 U19 World
Jan 29, • 47:01
Ashes Daily: Charlotte Edwards joins the show as England are heavily beaten in Adelaide
A dominant performance from Australia as they clean sweep the T20I leg of the Ashes.England great Charlotte Edwards joins the show and answers questions from our live audience at East Molesey CC in Surrey.In association with our partners at Metro Bank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 25, • 20:03
India hammer England, responding to critics & Will Smeed joins the show
Yas Rana and Phil Walker discuss India's convincing victory against England in the first T20I, an England Lions century for Rocky Flintoff and Phil responds to Fox Sports, who took exception to WCM's Test XI of 2024.There's also Mel Farrell's brilliant interview with Will Smeed, as well as Mark Butcher on the start of the white-ball Bazball era and Pakistan's win against West Indies.0:00 Intro / 2:13 India vs England / 20:19 Mark Butcher / 31:17 Phil responds to Fox Sports / 40:51 England Lions
Jan 23, • 1:16:20
Ashes Daily: England fall agonisingly short in rain-affected contest
England's winless run in the Women's Ashes continued, losing the second T20I by six runs on DLS. Katya and Yas discuss an entertaining but ultimately frustrating game for the tourists – one that saw proceedings brought to an early end by a downpour during the final over.Head over to our Patreon channel to listen to the full episode: https://www.patreon.com/c/WisdenCricketIn association with Metro Bank: metrobankonline.co.uk/cricket Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho
Jan 23, • 20:55
Women's Cricket Weekly: Australia retain the Women's Ashes – what next for England?
Australia have officially retained the Women's Ashes at the earliest possible opportunity, winning all three ODIs and the first T20I.Yas Rana and Lauren Winfield-Hill chat about another dominant Australia performance, England's disappointing campaign and more.0:00 Intro / 1:18 Australia / 7:05 England / 14:25 Sophia Dunkley / 17:50 Time for change? / 23:53 Alex Hartley / 32:24 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to triple the number of girls’ cricket team
Jan 22, • 37:59
Ashes Daily: England's Ashes dream officially over after Australia win 1st T20I
England's Ashes dream is officially over after Australia won the first T20I in Sydney by 57 runs and took an unassailable 8-0 lead. Katya and Yas react to the result.Head over to our Patreon channel to listen to the full episode: https://www.patreon.com/c/WisdenCricketIn association with Metro Bank.Fancy hosting a Women's Ashes watchalong at your local cricket club? Find out more and enter here: https://bit.ly/MBAshesWatchalong Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 20, • 17:13
Ashes Daily: England outplayed again as Australia clean sweep the ODIs
Australia are just one win away from retaining the Ashes after an 86-run win in Hobart helped them clean sweep the ODIs. Ben and Yas react to another disappointing defeat for England.Head over to our Patreon channel to listen to the full episode: https://www.patreon.com/c/WisdenCricketIn association with Metro Bank.Fancy hosting a Women's Ashes watchalong at your local cricket club? Find out more and enter here: https://bit.ly/MBAshesWatchalong Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi
Jan 17, • 19:43
Picking the best Test innings and spells of 2024, James Vince's Championship snub and a chat with Dan Worrall
Three weeks into January 2025, it’s awards time! Yas Rana, Phil Walker and Ben Gardner reveal Wisden’s best Test innings and spells of 2024, as well as the magazine’s Test XI of the year.Mark Butcher joins to chat about James Vince’s decision to quit first-class cricket for the PSL, there’s an exclusive interview with Dan Worrall, a round-up of all the franchise T20 leagues going on at the moment and much more.0:00 Intro1:05 Best innings29:43 Best spells44:35 Best Test XI55:47 Mark Butcher on Ja
Jan 16, • 2:15:31
Women's Cricket Weekly: England fluff their lines twice – is there any way back?
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Katya Witney reflect on England's disappointing start to the 2025 Women's Ashes, losing the first two ODIs.0:00 Intro / 1:01 England's approach / 12:13 Conditions / 16:13 Reasons for optimism / 27:00 Heather Knight & Jon Lewis / 30:47 Ireland vs India / 33:30 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to triple the number of girls’ cricket teams by breaking down barriers and creating supportive and inclusive spaces. Help transform the g
Jan 15, • 39:09
Ashes daily: England fail to chase 181 as familiar problems resurface
Australia are 4-0 up in the Ashes after successfully defending 180 in Melbourne as England fail to get over the line in a chaotic run chase. Katya and Yas react to an extremely entertaining game.Head over to our Patreon channel to listen to the full episode: https://www.patreon.com/c/WisdenCricketIn association with Metro Bank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 14, • 20:49
Ashes daily: Australia go 1-0 up - a missed opportunity for England?
Ben and Yas react to the first ODI of the 2025 Ashes. Australia go 1-0 up in Sydney. You can listen to the full episode on the Wisden Patreon channel.In association with Metro Bank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 12, • 13:19
Women's Cricket Weekly: Previewing the 2025 Women's Ashes, with Nat Sciver-Brunt
Yas Rana and Lauren Winfield-Hill preview the 2025 Women's Ashes – which gets underway this weekend – before Katya Witney is joined by a very special guest in Nat Sciver-Brunt, England's all-format superstar.0:00 Intro / 1:11 Women's Ashes preview / 27:28 Nat Sciver-Brunt interview / 44:12 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to triple the number of girls’ cricket teams by breaking down barriers and creating supportive and inclusive spaces. Help transform
Jan 10, • 50:00
Australia win the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, two-tier Test cricket & should England boycott Afghanistan?
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Phil Walker reflect on the conclusion of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, which saw Australia win the SCG Test and take the series 3-1.There's chat about both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's struggles, Jasprit Bumrah's workload and what the triumph means for this generation of Australian players.Elsewhere in the show there's discussion about the ICC's reported plans to introduce a two-tier system for Test cricket and calls for England to boycott their Champions Trophy fixture
Jan 9, • 1:23:08
Women's Cricket Weekly: The state of women's cricket in India
Yas Rana and Lauren Winfield-Hill discuss the auction dynamics of the WPL compared to other franchise competitions, before Katya Witney is joined by Karunya Keshav to conduct a deep dive into the state of Indian cricket.0:00 Intro / 1:17 WPL dynamics / 19:44 The state of Indian cricket / 50:00 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to triple the number of girls’ cricket teams by breaking down barriers and creating supportive and inclusive spaces. Help transf
Jan 4, • 55:45
Australia win MCG thriller and South Africa are WTC finalists
Our final podcast of 2024, and two Boxing Day classics to review.Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Mark Butcher react to Australia's thrilling win against India at the MCG, as well as South Africa's victory against Pakistan which saw them secure World Test Championship final qualification.There's also chat about whether the WTC is actually good, there's finally an update on the 2025 Champions Trophy and England have announced a squad for that tournament.0:00 Intro / 1:05 Australia vs India / 7:54 Sam Ko
Dec 30, 2024 • 1:15:58
Women's Cricket Weekly: Ashes squads announced, schedule concerns and does the format need changing?
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner, Katya Witney and Lauren Winfield-Hill react to the announcement of England and Australia's Ashes squads.There's also discussion about the tour's relentless schedule, the Test being played last and whether it's time for the format of the women's Ashes to change.0:00 Intro / 1:13 Scheduling / 12:06 Warm-up matches / 16:35 Time for a change? / 20:37 Australia / 27:57 England / 33:45 Format / 40:39 Future of women's Tests / 46:38 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in co
Dec 29, 2024 • 52:50
Xmas special – End of year awards and best moments of 2024, with Kate Mason
It's our Christmas special! 🎄Phil Walker, Yas Rana and TNT Sports' Kate Mason discuss Australia's new opener before reflecting on some of their favourite players, moments and matches of the year, as well as some of their biggest gripes.We're recording another show – our last of 2024 – between Christmas and New Year. Thank you for all the support this year! 2025 promises to be a big one...0:00 Gullivers Sports Travel / 0:45 Intro / 3:50 Resolutions / 6:15 Australia / 14:01 Players of the year /
Dec 23, 2024 • 1:23:20
Women's Cricket Weekly: England's first Test win for a decade, WPL auction review & India vs West Indies
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Katya Witney react to England beating South Africa by 286 runs in Bloemfontein – their first Test win in a decade.Also on the agenda is India's white-ball series against West Indies and the Women's Premier League auction, while Lauren Winfield-Hill joins Yas to review the Test.0:00 Intro / 1:10 Lauren Winfield-Hill / 13:40 South Africa vs England / 28:02 India vs West Indies / 33:29 Women's Premier League auction / 44:44 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in coll
Dec 20, 2024 • 50:30
England smashed by New Zealand in Hamilton and Ravichandran Ashwin retires
Yas Rana, Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Mark Butcher react to England's thumping defeat to New Zealand in Hamilton, and reflect on England's 2024 as a Test side.There's also chat about the drawn Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test in Brisbane and Ravichandran Ashwin's retirement from international cricket.0:00 Intro / 1:28 New Zealand vs England / 12:32 Why do England collapse so often? / 20:36 England's 2024 / 32:07 New Zealand / 38:53 England Lions / 40:53 Mark Butcher / 57:03 Wisden Cricket Monthly /
Dec 19, 2024 • 1:52:26
Women's Cricket Weekly: England win the ODIs, The Hundred's continued pay inequality & previewing the SAvENG Test
Loads to get through on this week's show.Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Katya Witney reflect on England's 2-1 ODI series victory against South Africa and look ahead to the one-off Test, starting on Sunday. There's also chat about the WPL auction and Ireland's series in Bangladesh.Lauren Winfield-Hill joins Yas to discuss the continued pay inequality between the men's and women's Hundred, as well as the emergence of a new Australian white-ball star.0:00 Intro / 2:08 The Hundred pay inequality / 12:46
Dec 14, 2024 • 58:37
England thump New Zealand & Australia bounce back in spicy Adelaide Test
Yas Rana, Phil Walker and Katya reflect on England’s thumping of New Zealand and Australia’s dominant performance against India in Adelaide.There’s also chat about the race for the World Test Championship final and a new issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly, while Mark Butcher joins Yas to discuss Zak Crawley, Harry Brook and England’s top seven conundrum.0:00 Intro / 1:42 Brydon Carse / 12:45 Harry Brook / 16:20 Ollie Pope / 22:49 Jacob Bethell / 30:19 England’s top seven / 41:50 Gus Atkinson / 43:1
Dec 9, 2024 • 2:03:52
Women's Cricket Weekly: England's batting struggles & how Melbourne Renegades won the WBBL
Katya Witney and Yas Rana review England's defeat in the first match of their ODI series against South Africa and a dominant performance from Australia against India.Lauren Winfield-Hill joins the show to review the WBBL final, as well as discussing the value of inswing in women's cricket and how England can solve their batting struggles.0:00 Intro / 1:09 SAvENG / 10:37 AUSvIND / 13:58 WBBL / 27:03 Inswing / 34:56 England's batting / 44:52 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaborati
Dec 6, 2024 • 50:40
Carse and Brook punish sloppy New Zealand & England’s controversial new T20 policy
Yas Rana, Phil Walker and Matt Roller review England's convincing victory in the first Test against New Zealand. Harry Brook made 171 as the hosts were made to pay for a number of costly drops, while Brydon Carse was outstanding with the ball and Jacob Bethell made an immediate impression on debut.Elsewhere in the show there's chat about the ECB's controversial new NOC policy, South Africa vs Sri Lanka, the second Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test and more.Mark Butcher also joins Yas to discu
Dec 3, 2024 • 1:46:36
Women's Cricket Weekly: What we learned from England's 3-0 T20I series win against South Africa
Ben Gardner, Katya Witney and Yas Rana review England’s 3-0 T20I series win in South Africa, as well as touching on the WBBL final and the state of the ODI Women’s Championship.Lauren Winfield-Hill will be on another show later this week to talk about the conclusion of the WBBL in more depth.0:00 Intro / 1:12 SAvENG / 7:22 Sophia Dunkley / 11:32 Resting players / 15:48 Should this be a multi-format points series? / 21:25 WBBL / 24:09 Women's Championship / 28:21 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cric
Dec 2, 2024 • 34:03
India destroy Australia in Perth & previewing New Zealand vs England
Yas Rana and Phil Walker review India's stunning win in the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test and look ahead to the New Zealand-England Test series.Paul Ford joins the show to discuss New Zealand's chances, while Mark Butcher chats to Yas about England's decision to bat Jacob Bethell at No.3 on debut.*Please note, Yas and Phil's chat was recorded before England announced their XI*0:00 Intro / 1:45 Australia vs India first Test / 9:23 Jasprit Bumrah / 20:59 Jaiswal & Kohli / 30:58 Australia / 39:
Nov 26, 2024 • 2:02:56
Women's Cricket Weekly: A chat with the brains behind the domestic restructure and previewing South Africa vs England
Yas Rana and Katya Witney discuss the announcement of the 2025 women's schedule and look ahead to England's tour of South Africa.Three special guests join us on this week's show, including Beth Barrett-Wild, the mastermind behind the domestic restructure in England.Surrey Director of Cricket Emma Calvert speaks to Yas, and Katya is joined by South Africa's Anneke Bosch to reflect on her career so far, including that incredible semi-final knock against Australia at the T20 World Cup.0:00 Intro /
Nov 23, 2024 • 1:32:13
Previewing Australia vs India and is there a global run-scoring crisis?
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Mark Butcher look ahead to the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy and reflect on England's white-ball tour of the Caribbean.There's also discussion about the ongoing Champions Trophy fiasco, Tim Southee's Test retirement, some Abu Dhabi T10 chat and why Test batting has become so difficult.0:00 Intro / 0:49 Australia vs India preview / 18:54 Is there a global run-scoring crisis? / 31:59 West Indies vs England / 47:52 Tim Southee / 53:11 Champions Trophy / 59:46 Other news /
Nov 21, 2024 • 1:12:33
Women’s Cricket Weekly: England drop and recall Alice Capsey for South Africa T20Is in the same week
Yas Rana and Katya Witney discuss England’s squads to tour South Africa, headlined by Alice Capsey’s exclusion from the T20I side as the World Cup fallout continues.Since that chat was recorded, Capsey has earned a recall following a number of injuries in the squad. Lauren Winfield-Hill chats to Yas about that saga, Courtney Winfield-Hill’s role in the England coaching staff and the latest action from the WBBL.0:00 Intro / 1:12 Lauren Winfield-Hill / 13:10 Alice Capsey / 22:10 Jon Lewis / 31:24
Nov 18, 2024 • 36:56
Picking England's best T20I and ODI XIs and Glenn Maxwell joins the show
Yas Rana and Phil Walker discuss England’s ongoing tour of the Caribbean, their ideal England ODI and T20I XIs, Australia’s new Test opener, begin to preview the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and much more.Elsewhere in the show, Mark Butcher gives his thoughts after England took a 3-0 T20I series lead, and Jo Harman is joined by a very special guest in the form of Australian white-ball superstar Glenn Maxwell to talk about the release of his new book.0:00 Intro / 1:22 Mark Butcher on WIvENG / 13:18 WIv
Nov 15, 2024 • 1:36:33
England lose in the Caribbean and the World Test Championship race heats up
Following New Zealand's famous 3-0 whitewash against India and South Africa's victory in Bangladesh, Ben Gardner, Phil Walker and Dan Gallan discuss the state of the World Test Championship and the wider Test game. There's also chat about England's ODI series defeat to the West Indies – Mark Butcher joins us for that from the Caribbean – as well as their Test squad to tour New Zealand and the relentless nature of the international schedule. 0:00 Intro / 1:13 Mark Butcher on WIvENG / 19:24 WIvEN
Nov 7, 2024 • 1:29:28
Women's Cricket Weekly: Celebrating New Zealand's epic World Cup win, with Suzie Bates & Eden Carson
A slightly different episode today. New Zealand legend Suzie Bates chats to Lauren Winfield-Hill and spinner Eden Carson joins Katya Witney to reflect on the White Ferns' historic T20 World Cup triumph in the UAE.0:00 Intro / 1:23 Suzie Bates / 40:30 Eden Carson / 56:33 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to triple the number of girls’ cricket teams by breaking down barriers and creating supportive and inclusive spaces. Help transform the game, head to me
Nov 6, 2024 • 1:02:18
Women's Cricket Weekly: Why do England keep underperforming at global T20 tournaments?
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Katya Witney conduct a deep dive into England's disappointing T20 World Cup campaign, examining what needs to change if they're to win the tournament on home soil in 2026.Lauren Winfield-Hill also joins the show to discuss England's next steps and the start of the WBBL.0:00 Intro / 0:59 Lauren on WBBL & England / 28:56 England deep dive / 41:41 Struggling under pressure / 45:37 Structure / 50:44 The Hundred / 56:02 Captaincy / 59:58 Fitness / 1:03:28 Six hitting / 1:09:
Nov 1, 2024 • 1:23:36
England humbled in Pakistan & New Zealand's famous series win in India
Yas Rana, Phil Walker and Mark Butcher react to a thrilling week of Test cricket, one which saw England comfortably beaten in Pakistan and New Zealand pull off a rare series win in India.0:00 Intro / 1:05 Pakistan vs England / 26:51 Sajid Khan & Noman Ali / 39:50 Rehan Ahmed / 45:48 Ollie Pope / 58:03 India vs New Zealand / 1:15:40 Wisden Cricket Monthly / 1:23:40 Outro📔 WISDEN CRICKET MONTHLY OFFERSave over 20% on a Bi-Annual Wisden Cricket digital subscription: https://pocketmags.com/offer/tr
Oct 28, 2024 • 1:32:07
India bowled out for 46, Pakistan-England third Test preview & where does Kagiso Rabada rank among the greats?
Yas Rana, Katya Witney and Ben Gardner discuss all the latest news from the world of cricket this week, including New Zealand's stunning victory against India in Bengaluru, Kagiso Rabada's 300th Test wicket and more.Mark Butcher also joins the show to preview the third Pakistan-England Test in Rawalpindi.0:00 Intro / 1:11 India vs New Zealand / 16:45 Mark Butcher / 25:54 Pakistan vs England / 38:47 West Indies vs England ODIs / 44:49 Kagiso Rabada / 49:24 David Warner & Australia / 56:47 Fulltra
Oct 23, 2024 • 1:18:13
Women's Cricket Weekly: New Zealand are Women's T20 World Cup champions
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner, Katya Witney and Lauren Winfield-Hill review the 2024 Women's T20 World Cup, which saw New Zealand beat South Africa in the final on Sunday.0:00 Intro / 1:11 New Zealand / 14:59 Lauren Winfield-Hill / 45:22 South Africa / 53:06 Players of the tournament / 1:00:04 The tournament as a whole / 1:07:42 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to triple the number of girls’ cricket teams by breaking down barriers and creating supportive and i
Oct 22, 2024 • 1:16:44
England undone by Pakistan spin twins in Multan defeat
Yas Rana, Phil Walker and Ben Gardner review Pakistan's 152-run victory against England in the second Test and react to an action-packed first two days of India vs New Zealand.Mark Butcher also joins the show to reflect on an enthralling Test match in Multan.0:00 Intro / 1:39 Pakistan's selection calls / 7:33 Did England do much wrong? / 12:09 Ben Duckett / 17:50 England on spinning pitches / 22:12 Pakistan's spinners / 24:36 Kamran Ghulam / 28:10 Brydon Carse & Matthew Potts / 32:59 England's
Oct 18, 2024 • 1:16:15
Women's Cricket Weekly: England shocked by West Indies and crash out of the T20 World Cup
Yas Rana and Lauren Winfield-Hill try to make sense of England's comprehensive defeat to West Indies last night, which saw them crash out of the Women's T20 World Cup in the group stages.0:00 Intro / 1:16 England vs West Indies / 19:00 Fitness and fielding / 26:10 Smith vs Bell / 29:11 West Indies / 34:26 Group A / 40:29 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to triple the number of girls’ cricket teams by breaking down barriers and creating supportive and i
Oct 16, 2024 • 46:27
Why is Pakistan cricket such a mess? Babar, Naseem & Shaheen dropped in chaotic week
Saj Sadiq joins Yas Rana to discuss a turbulent week in Pakistan cricket, which saw three huge names – Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah – dropped for the second Test against England in Multan.0:00 Intro / 1:10 Dropped or rested? / 3:36 Babar Azam / 11:59 Management / 19:10 Shaheen Afridi & Naseem Shah / 27:49 Priorities / 31:18 Second Test / 36:47 Outro👀 PATREONFor bonus podcasts and daily episodes after every England game, sign up to our brand new Patreon! http://patreon.com/Wis
Oct 15, 2024 • 42:33
Brook & Root dazzle as England smash 823-7 in remarkable Multan victory
Mark Butcher, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana review the first Test between Pakistan and England in Multan.In response to Pakistan's 556 on an extremely flat pitch, England racked up a stunning 823-7d in just 150 overs, with Harry Brook making a triple century.Joe Root made 262, surpassing Alastair Cook as England's leading Test run-scorer in the process, before England's bowlers got the job done on the fourth evening and fifth morning.0:00 Intro / 1:14 England's approach / 10:57 Harry Brook / 15:54 Jo
Oct 11, 2024 • 1:06:33
Women's Cricket Weekly: England's statement win over South Africa, with special guest Tammy Beaumont
Yas Rana and Lauren Winfield-Hill review the first week of action from the Women's T20 World Cup. Tammy Beaumont also joins the show, reacting live to England's victory against South Africa in Sharjah alongside Yas and Katya Witney.0:00 Intro / 1:02 Tammy Beaumont / 26:41 T20 World Cup so far / 45:59 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to triple the number of girls’ cricket teams by breaking down barriers and creating supportive and inclusive spaces. Help
Oct 9, 2024 • 51:36
Women’s Cricket Weekly: Can anyone stop Australia? Previewing the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup
Yas Rana, Katya Witney and Lauren Winfield-Hill preview the 2024 Women's T20 World Cup, which gets underway in the UAE this week.0:00 Intro / 1:09 Part 1: with Lauren Winfield-Hill / 34:27 Part 2: with Yas & Katya / 58:02 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to triple the number of girls’ cricket teams by breaking down barriers and creating supportive and inclusive spaces. Help transform the game, head to metrobankonline.co.uk/cricket to champion the futur
Oct 2, 2024 • 1:03:53
Should Brook be given the ODI captaincy now? And how will England fare in Pakistan?
Katya Witney, Phil Walker and Yas Rana reflect on the England-Australia ODIs, review the 2024 English season and look ahead to the upcoming Test tour of Pakistan.There's also chat about India's thrilling win against Bangladesh, Sri Lanka hammering New Zealand, Hampshire's takeover and more.Mark Butcher also joins the show to discuss the ODIs and preview the Pakistan Test tour.0:00 Intro / 0:35 Patreon / 2:20 England vs Australia / 28:25 Mark Butcher / 46:05 Rado / 46:32 Pakistan vs England / 53:
Oct 1, 2024 • 1:35:07
Women's Cricket Weekly: Is equal pay on the horizon?
Yas Rana, Katya Witney and Ben Gardner review the end of the 2024 English season, domestic women's salaries and cover all the latest news from the international game.Lauren Winfield-Hill joins Yas to chat about equal pay and what 2025 currently looks like for Tier 2 counties, while Andy Tennant talks to Katya about Sunrisers' RHF triumph.0:00 Patreon / 3:06 Intro / 4:00 Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy / 14:19 Equal pay / 23:25 2025 season / 26:36 Lauren Winfield-Hill / 40:43 Andy Tennant interview /
Sep 27, 2024 • 1:16:49
Harry Brook responds to critics in style & Surrey win another County Championship title
Ben Gardner, Phil Walker and Yas Rana discuss the ongoing England-Australia ODI series, Surrey's third successive County Championship title and much more.Mark Butcher also joins the show to reflect on England's impressive win and Harry Brook's excellent century in the third match of the series.0:00 Patreon / 4:05 Mark Butcher on ENGvAUS / 17:46 England vs Australia ODIs / 39:35 Rado / 40:02 County Championship / 1:00:19 Player power & One-Day Cup / 1:08:20 SLvNZ & INDvBAN / 1:10:30 Wisden Cricke
Sep 25, 2024 • 1:23:39
Women's Cricket Weekly: What to expect from pitches in the UAE & England's preparations, with Alice Capsey
Yas Rana, Katya Witney and Cam Ponsonby discuss what to expect from pitches at the T20 World Cup, and chat about concussion checks following a couple of incidents in the first Australia-New Zealand T20I.Alice Capsey joins the show to talk about how England's preparation is going ahead of the showpiece event in the UAE.0:00 Intro / 1:28 England's next generation / 6:48 Concussion checks / 13:11 T20 World Cup pitches / 22:03 Alice Capsey / 34:28 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collabo
Sep 19, 2024 • 40:09
Livingstone’s resurgence, Bethell’s arrival & Gloucestershire’s dream Finals Day
Ben Gardner, Matt Roller, Yas Rana and Mark Butcher discuss England's drawn T20I series against Australia, Harry Brook's appointment as stand-in ODI captain, Gloucestershire's T20 Blast triumph and more.0:00 Intro / 0:36 Liam Livingstone / 12:00 Jacob Bethell / 16:32 Central contracts / 24:16 Sam Curran / 31:16 Brydon Carse / 34:38 England vs Australia ODIs / 45:02 Mark Butcher / 59:19 Seat Unique / 59:54 T20 Blast / 1:14:51 Hollywood in The Hundred? / 1:17:49 Outro🏟️ SEAT UNIQUE:Watch England
Sep 17, 2024 • 1:26:13
Women's Cricket Weekly: Ireland go toe-to-toe with England & the battle facing top Associate sides
Yas Rana, Lauren Winfield-Hill, Katya Witney and Phil Walker reflect on England's white-ball series against Ireland, which saw a couple of thrilling finishes.There's also chat about the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy semi-finals and England's struggles against particularly slow spin, while Roland Lefebvre joins Katya to discuss the battle facing the top Associate sides.0:00 Intro / 1:03 Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy / 6:18 Ireland vs England T20Is / 14:16 Ireland vs England ODIs / 18:56 Spin issues /
Sep 16, 2024 • 49:28
England's Test squad for Pakistan and Somerset win a County Championship classic
Katya Witney, Phil Walker and Yas Rana discuss the announcement of England's Test squad to tour Pakistan, a thrilling round of County Championship action, T20 Blast Finals Day and much more on this bonus Wisden Cricket Weekly episode.Australia's Cameron Green also joins the show to chat about his career so far as an all-format all-rounder, managing a hectic schedule and potentially opening the batting in the future.0:00 Intro / 1:01 England's Test squad / 24:04 Moeen Ali / 27:34 England vs Austr
Sep 13, 2024 • 1:36:14
Nissanka's brilliance punishes sloppy England – Sri Lanka series review
Ben Gardner, Katya Witney, Yas Rana and Mark Butcher react to a famous Test win for Sri Lanka against England at The Kia Oval.We'll have another episode covering everything else from the world of cricket later this week.0:00 Intro / 1:41 England vs Sri Lanka – part one / 16:17 Howzat Travel / 17:08 Mark Butcher on ENGvSL / 26:55 Seat Unique / 27:29 England vs Sri Lanka – part two / 45:38 Outro✈️ HOWZAT TRAVEL:Head to howzattravel.co.uk to book your dream cricket holiday!🏟️ SEAT UNIQUE:Watch Eng
Sep 10, 2024 • 51:16
Women's Cricket Weekly: Win the toss, win the game? Will dew play a defining role in the T20 World Cup?
Yas Rana, Lauren Winfield-Hill, Katya Witney and Ben Gardner discuss how conditions could playing a defining role in the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup, as well as reflecting on England's squad composition for the tournament in the UAE.Elsewhere in the show there's chat about England's ongoing series in Ireland and the latest action from the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy, while Ireland's Arlene Kelly chats to Katya about her journey so far.0:00 Intro / 1:02 Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy / 11:31 Irel
Sep 9, 2024 • 1:08:36
Brendon McCullum named white-ball head coach & England's unbeaten Test summer continues
Ben Gardner, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to the breaking news that Brendon McCullum will become England men's all-format head coach from 2025 after agreeing a deal to take on the white-ball sides.There's also reflection on a comfortable win at Lord's – which Mark Butcher dials in for – including stellar performances from Joe Root and Gus Atkinson, as well as some worrying crowds on day four.Elsewhere in the show, England's latest white-ball squads, a thrilling round of County Championship act
Sep 3, 2024 • 1:43:37
Women's Cricket Weekly: England's T20 World Cup squad & fresh faces to take on Ireland
Yas Rana and Lauren Winfield-Hill discuss England's squad for the upcoming women's T20 World Cup in the UAE, as well as the selection of a number of fresh faces for their white-ball series against Ireland.Later in the show, Katya Witney is joined by Paige Scholfield, one of those uncapped players picked to face Ireland for the first time.0:00 Intro / 1:02 Women's CPL / 6:04 England's T20 World Cup squad / 14:58 Squads to face Ireland / 21:09 Paige Scholfield interview / 35:26 OutroThe Metro Bank
Sep 1, 2024 • 41:13
Jamie Smith stars in Old Trafford win & why have England called up Josh Hull?
Ben Gardner, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to England’s five-wicket victory in the first Test against Sri Lanka at Old Trafford.They discuss Jamie Smith’s maiden Test century, Ollie Pope’s position at No.3, 20-year-old Josh Hull’s call-up as Mark Wood’s replacement and more.Later in the show there’s chat about Bangladesh’s historic win against Pakistan in Rawalpindi, while Mark Butcher dials in to reflect on the first Test, Hull’s call-up and the 2025 English schedule.0:00 Intro / 0:45 Sri Lank
Aug 26, 2024 • 1:21:57
Women's Cricket Weekly: Reviewing The Hundred, cricket in Ireland & T20 World Cup moves, with Hayley Matthews
Yas Rana and Lauren Winfield-Hill discuss the fourth season of The Hundred, which saw London Spirit crowned champions at Lord's, as well as the decision to move the T20 World Cup from Bangladesh to the UAE.Elsewhere in the show, Nathan Johns joins Yas for an in-depth discussion about the state of women's cricket in Ireland, while Katya Witney interviews West Indies superstar Hayley Matthews.0:00 Intro / 1:08 The Hundred / 15:50 Yorkshire / 20:52 T20 World Cup / 23:51 Cricket in Ireland / 49:41 H
Aug 23, 2024 • 1:11:06
What to expect from Ollie Pope, England Test captain – the Sri Lanka series preview
Mark Butcher, Phil Walker and Yas Rana preview England's Test series against Sri Lanka which gets underway at Old Trafford this week.There's discussion about Ollie Pope's role as captain in Ben Stokes' absence, Dan Lawrence opening the batting, debate over team balance and whether Sam Curran should have been considered.Also on the agenda is the conclusion of the men's Hundred and a thrilling low-scoring Test between West Indies and South Africa, before Surrey and England legend Alec Stewart join
Aug 19, 2024 • 1:31:52
Women's Cricket Weekly: The state of the women's Hundred, with Danni Wyatt
Four years into the competition's existence, Katya Witney and Ben Gardner discuss the state of the women's Hundred, as well as trying to pinpoint where it's all gone wrong for Southern Brave in 2024.Elsewhere in the show, Lauren Winfield-Hill joins Katya to chat about Oval Invincibles' campaign, and there's a snippet of Phil Walker's fascinating interview with Danni Wyatt.0:00 Intro / 1:12 Lauren Winfield-Hill / 20:09 Women's Hundred / 36:04 Danni Wyatt / 44:58 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Crick
Aug 16, 2024 • 50:51
How do England replace Ben Stokes after his injury in The Hundred?
Ben Gardner, Phil Walker and ESPNcricinfo’s Matt Roller chat about the potential impact of Ben Stokes’ injury on England’s Test side, The Hundred, Matthew Mott’s replacement and much more.Mark Butcher also joins the show to discuss some of the best young talent in The Hundred this season as well as the England white-ball head coach vacancy.0:00 Graham Thorpe / 5:19 Gulliver’s Sports Travel / 5:49 Ben Stokes & England’s Test side / 16:38 The Hundred / 45:11 Mark Butcher / 1:01:15 Matthew Mott / 1
Aug 13, 2024 • 1:30:04
Women's Cricket Weekly: Laura Wolvaardt on Test ambitions, captaining South Africa & The Hundred
Laura Wolvaardt joins Katya Witney to discuss the state of women’s cricket in South Africa, globetrotting on the franchise circuit, Test ambitions and more.0:00 Intro / 1:52 Laura Wolvaardt interview / 23:05 Bangladesh update / 24:00 Outro🎙️ LIVE SHOW:Birmingham, September 12: https://bit.ly/WCWPLiveShow0924📊 WISDEN SURVEY:Complete the Wisden survey: https://bit.ly/WisdenSurvey👉 SUBSCRIBE:https://www.youtube.com/@WisdenCricket?sub_confirmation=1✍️ LATEST NEWS:https://www.wisden.com📱 SOCIALS:
Aug 9, 2024 • 26:54
From the archives: When Graham Thorpe joined us to pick a Test team of the 1990s
In this episode from November 2020, Phil Walker, John Stern and Yas Rana were lucky enough to be joined by the late Graham Thorpe to pick Wisden's Test Team of the 1990s.We're doing another live show, this time in Birmingham! Details here: https://bit.ly/WCWPLiveShow0924You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketThe newest
Aug 7, 2024 • 1:00:53
Remembering Graham Thorpe, England's latest Test squad & Matthew Mott resigns
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Phil Walker pay tribute to Graham Thorpe, who sadly passed away this week at the age of 55.They reflect on the career of one of England's greatest batters – a fan favourite for so many throughout the 90s and 00s – share their favourite memories, consider his impact as a coach on the current generation and much more.Our thoughts are with Graham's family, friends and everyone who knew him.Later in the show there's discussion about England's latest Test squad, Matthew Mott
Aug 6, 2024 • 1:10:05
Women's Cricket Weekly: Should the T20 World Cup stay in Bangladesh? And a chat with Chamari Athapaththu
Yas Rana and Lauren Winfield-Hill are joined by a very special guest this week – Sri Lanka legend, Chamari Athapaththu.They discuss Sri Lanka’s historic Asia Cup triumph against India, pathways for Sri Lanka’s women and an incredible few years for Chamari both internationally and on the franchise scene.Later in the show, Yas is joined Bangladesh expert Tawhid Qureshi to discuss the ongoing unrest in the country and how that might impact the Women’s T20 World Cup later this year.0:00 Intro / 1:32
Aug 2, 2024 • 43:36
Adam Hollioake on grief, cage fighting, captaincy and coaching – bonus episode
*We apologise for Yas' microphone quality*On this bonus episode of the Wisden Cricket Weekly podcast, Yas Rana speaks to Adam Hollioake. 20 years on from leaving Surrey as a player, he's back in South London as part of their coaching staff.And he’s been through a fair bit in that time. He moved back to Australia shortly after the death of his brother Ben, created a TV show, started his own business, was declared bankrupt, was a boxer and cage fighter, and more recently, coached around the world,
Jul 31, 2024 • 31:35
England win 3-0 – what next for the West Indies?
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Santokie Nagulendran of the Caribbean Cricket Podcast reflect on England's 3-0 series win and wonder what's next for the West Indies.There's discussion around the narrative surrounding West Indies' performances, the state of cricket in the Caribbean, why some familiar names are missing from the Test side and more.Elsewhere in the show there's chat about a slow start to The Hundred, and Mark Butcher joins Yas to review the Test series from an England point of vi
Jul 30, 2024 • 1:16:54
Women's Cricket Weekly: Reviewing week one of the women's Hundred 2024
Lauren Winfield-Hill and Yas Rana review the first week of the women's Hundred.There's chat about Lauren's Oval Invincibles getting off to a winning start, the differences between The Hundred and other competitions, and one of the best uncapped players in the country.Later in the show, Yas is joined by Sara Begg – an ECB coach developer – to talk about what coach developers do and why they're needed.0:00 Intro / 1:39 The Hundred / 19:36 Coaching / 29:23 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund
Jul 28, 2024 • 35:10
West Indies fight hard but England win the series at Trent Bridge
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner, Jim Wallace and Mark Butcher review England's series-clinching 241-run victory in the second Test at Trent Bridge.There's discussion on an improved West Indies performance, England's three centurions, Shoaib Bashir's fourth innings spell and England's struggles bowling at the tail.Elsewhere in the show the panel assess the state of The Hundred ahead of its fourth season, India have a new head coach and Harry Tector joins us as Ireland prepare to take on Zimbabwe in a one-o
Jul 22, 2024 • 1:30:09
Women’s Cricket Weekly: England’s unbeaten summer & The Hundred starts, with Alice Capsey
Lauren Winfield-Hill and Yas Rana look ahead to the start of the 2024 women’s Hundred and reflect on England’s unbeaten summer against Pakistan and New Zealand.England batter Alice Capsey joins the show to discuss the summer, wanting to be a genuine all-rounder, her Test cricket ambitions and more.0:00 Intro / 1:20 The Hundred / 11:06 England vs New Zealand / 17:50 Alice Capsey / 21:18 Alice Capsey interview / 38:02 Domestic restructure update / 41:55 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in
Jul 21, 2024 • 47:52
Should we be worried about the state of Test cricket?
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Katya Witney cover all the latest news from the world of cricket this week.There's more reflection on James Anderson's final Test, discussion about who should replace him at Trent Bridge and a conversation about how the ECB could help Cricket Ireland.Elsewhere in the show there's T20 Blast action, a review of India's 4-1 win in Zimbabwe and an exciting potential debutant for Australia's tour of the UK.Mark Butcher joins Yas to discuss Gus Atkinson and Jamie Smith's debu
Jul 16, 2024 • 55:35
Anderson's finale, Atkinson takes 12 wickets on debut & England thrash West Indies at Lord's
Yas Rana and Phil Walker reflect on the first Test of the English summer, which saw James Anderson's illustrious career come to an end as England thrashed West Indies by an innings and 114 runs.Off the field, there's discussion about the Test as a spectacle, the huge disparity between the two teams financially, what more can be done to help West Indies and whether Lord's is a good Test venue.Back on the field, there's chat about Gus Atkinson's remarkable debut and a promising start to life in th
Jul 12, 2024 • 42:57
Women's Cricket Weekly: What should the future of women’s Test cricket look like?
Lauren Winfield-Hill and Yas Rana look back at the first three T20Is of England’s series against New Zealand that have served up a few clues for how England will attack this year’s T20 World Cup.They also discuss the future of Test cricket and whether it should be held up on a pedestal in the same way that it is in men’s cricket.0:00 Intro / 1:13 England vs New Zealand / 9:19 The future of women's Tests / 18:06 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to tripl
Jul 12, 2024 • 20:58
James Anderson's final Test and previewing England vs West Indies
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Jo Harman look ahead to James Anderson's 188th and final Test match for England, as his astonishing career comes to an end this week at Lord's.There's also a preview of the series against West Indies, an interview with England's new keeper Jamie Smith and chat about a remarkable round of County Championship action.Mark Butcher joins Yas to reflect on the early years of Anderson and some of his career highlights.*This episode was recorded a couple of hours before England
Jul 9, 2024 • 1:12:29
Women's Cricket Weekly: England clean sweep New Zealand ODIs & the latest on new county contracts
Yas Rana and Lauren Winfield-Hill discuss the latest news around the domestic restructure, England's convincing ODI series victory against New Zealand and Tash Farrant's position in the England setup.0:00 Intro / 0:53 County contracts / 10:45 Tash Farrant / 15:18 ENGvNZ & Lauren Bell / 23:24 OutroThe Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to triple the number of girls’ cricket teams by breaking down barriers and creating supportive and inclusive spaces. Help transfor
Jul 5, 2024 • 29:22
An hour with Brian Charles Lara
On this very special episode of the Wisden Cricket Weekly Podcast, Yas Rana, Phil Walker and Jo Harman are joined by the one and only Brian Charles Lara.A legend of West Indies cricket, Lara joins the show to discuss the release of his new book, Lara: The England Chronicles, written alongside Phil, which is out now.Before diving into some stories from years gone by, Lara gives his thoughts on the recent T20 World Cup, West Indies’ upcoming Test tour of England and even answers some listener ques
Jul 2, 2024 • 1:12:12
India win the T20 World Cup & England’s Test squad vs West Indies announced
On this bonus episode of the Wisden Cricket Weekly Podcast, there's reaction to India's thrilling T20 World Cup final victory against South Africa and England's Test squad to take on the West Indies.0:00 Intro / 1:42 England's Test squad / 25:14 Win T20 Blast tickets / 25:47 T20 World Cup final / 41:01 Mark Butcher on the Test squad / 47:21 OutroWe're delighted to be working with Kia UK once again! Win tickets to Surrey vs Hampshire in the T20 Blast: https://www.kia.com/uk/about/sport-s
Jul 1, 2024 • 51:33
England destroyed by India and crash out of the T20 World Cup
Yas Rana, Phil Walker and Ben Gardner come together for an emergency podcast to discuss England's crushing defeat against India last night.0:00 Intro / 1:25 Mark Butcher on ENGvIND / 19:11 England / 30:34 India / 36:24 What next for England? / 51:19 Key, Mott & Buttler / 54:59 OutroWe're delighted to be working with Kia UK once again! Enter Kia's Young Cricketer competition – http://www.kia.com/uk/about/sport-sponsorship/oval-surrey-cricket/kia-oval-competitions/kia-grassroots-cricket.htmlYou ca
Jun 28, 2024 • 58:58
Women's Cricket Weekly: England hammer New Zealand, and the latest on the Afghanistan women's team
Yas Rana and Lauren Winfield-Hill react to England's convincing win in the first ODI of their series against New Zealand yesterday.They also chat about Ryana MacDonald-Gay's first England call-up, the Charlotte Edwards Cup Finals Day and Smriti Mandhana's incredible performances against South Africa.Later in the show, Katya Witney is joined by Olivia Thornton – CEO of Cricket ACT – to chat about what life is like for the Afghanistan women's cricketers currently living in Australia.0:00 Intro / 1
Jun 27, 2024 • 47:37
England and Afghanistan through, Australia out – with TNT Sport's Kate Mason
Yas Rana and the returning Phil Walker are joined by Kate Mason of TNT Sports to react to all the latest action from the T20 World Cup.The panel reflect on a dramatic week in the Super 8s and look ahead to the semi-finals, with India taking on England and Afghanistan – having sensationally knocked out Australia – facing South Africa.Elsewhere in the show there’s chat about the tournament's scheduling, the life of a cricket television broadcaster, Phil's book with the legendary Brian Lara and mor
Jun 25, 2024 • 1:38:16
Women's Cricket Weekly: Lauren Down on her international return after maternity leave
Yas Rana and Lauren Winfield-Hill catch up after a busy week that saw Lauren appointed as captain of Oval Invincibles in The Hundred.They chat about leadership, preview the Charlotte Edwards Cup Finals Day and look ahead to England's series against New Zealand.Later in the show, New Zealand batter Lauren Down joins Katya Witney to discuss her international return after maternity leave, and how she's finding life juggling motherhood with a career as a professional sportswoman.0:00 Intro / 1:44 La
Jun 21, 2024 • 36:49
Is this T20 World Cup the best yet? With Mark Watt and Kumar Sangakkara
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner, Katya Witney and Mark Butcher reflect on the T20 World Cup group stage and look ahead to the Super Eight phase.There’s chat about a rare tournament failure for New Zealand, England’s narrow escape at the expense of Scotland and whether the new format has been a success.Scotland spinner Mark Watt joins the show to discuss their performances, their frustrations at not progressing to the next round and wanting to become a full member nation.Elsewhere in the show there’s a T20
Jun 18, 2024 • 1:20:51
Women's Cricket Weekly: Is there space for a specialist keeper in the women's game?
Yas Rana and Ben Gardner react to England’s ODI squad to take on New Zealand, before the rest of the episode explores the role of the wicketkeeper in women’s cricket.Lauren Winfield-Hill talks to Yas about what separates the good from the great, while Rhianna Southby of the Southern Vipers and Southern Brave joins the show, chatting to Katya about her route into the role and experiences so far.0:00 Intro / 1:22 England's squad vs New Zealand / 5:47 Lauren Winfield-Hill on wicketkeeping / 16:14 R
Jun 14, 2024 • 35:01
England and Pakistan on the brink of shock early T20 World Cup exits
Yas Rana and Ben Gardner reflect on another week of thrilling T20 World Cup action, including a dominant performance from Australia, USA's famous win against Pakistan and tricky pitches in New York.Mark Butcher joins Yas to chat about England's campaign and the changes he'd make to the XI, while Saj Sadiq gives his views on Pakistan disastrous start to the tournament.0:00 Intro / 1:30 Mark Butcher on England's World Cup so far / 20:15 Kia's Best Seats in the House / 20:48 Australia, England & Sc
Jun 12, 2024 • 1:25:03
Women's Cricket Weekly: Pakistan icon Bismah Maroof on her 17-year career, retirement and motherhood
Pakistan icon Bismah Maroof joins Katya Witney on this week's show to reflect on her incredible international career. They discuss retirement, debuting as a 15-year-old, returning to cricket after becoming a mother and much more.Later in the episode, Yas Rana and Lauren Winfield-Hill chat about the structures and pathways outside of the 'Big Three' nations, and a young star to keep an eye on in the English domestic game.0:00 Intro / 2:51 Bismah Maroof / 19:20 Pathways and structures / 26:01 Inte
Jun 7, 2024 • 39:02
Mark Butcher Q&A (Reddit AMA) and our T20 World Cup first impressions
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Jo Harman reflect on the opening round of T20 World Cup action from the US and the Caribbean.There’s chat about England’s washout against Scotland, tricky conditions in New York, an India-Pakistan preview and much more.Mark Butcher then joins Yas for an in-depth Q&A with Reddit’s AMA (Ask Me Anything).Later in the show, the panel discuss the start of the T20 Blast, Kumar Sangakkara’s club cricket appearance and a new issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly.0:00 Intro / 4:51 T20
Jun 5, 2024 • 1:46:17
Women's Cricket Weekly: Sciver-Brunt hammers Pakistan & the future of fast bowling, with Lauren Bell
Yas Rana and Lauren Winfield-Hill reflect on England's 2-0 ODI series victory against Pakistan, with Nat Sciver-Brunt hitting a brilliant 124* in the final match of the series at Chelmsford.England fast bowler Lauren Bell joins the show to look at the summer ahead and her journey so far with Katya Witney, before Tim Wigmore speaks to Yas about the evolution of fast bowling in the women's game.0:00 Intro / 1:43 England vs Pakistan / 14:49 Lauren Bell interview / 24:11 The future of fast bowling /
May 31, 2024 • 37:12
Eoin Morgan previews the T20 World Cup, Jofra Archer returns & KKR win the 2024 IPL
Former England captain and World Cup winner Eoin Morgan joins the show to preview the T20 World Cup in the Caribbean and the US with Melinda Farrell.Mark Butcher also dials in to give his predictions for the tournament, which gets underway later this week.Elsewhere in the show, Yas Rana and Ben Gardner look at the tournament structure and give a few predictions of their own, before discussing the latest round of County Championship action, Jofra Archer's successful return to international cricke
May 29, 2024 • 1:25:11
Women's Cricket Weekly: England beat Pakistan 3-0, Yorkshire in Tier 1 & Scotland at the World Cup
Following last week's conversations around the new women's domestic structure, Yas Rana and Lauren Winfield-Hill react to the news that Yorkshire's Tier 1 status has been bumped up to 2026.They also reflect on England's 3-0 T20I series victory against Pakistan as they gear up for the T20 World Cup in Bangladesh.Sarah Bryce joins Yas later in the show to discuss Scotland's historic qualification for the T20 World Cup and what it means for cricket in the region.0:00 Intro / 1:04 Yorkshire / 9:18 E
May 23, 2024 • 44:03
Previewing the T20 World Cup & Ollie Robinson’s push to be England’s next Test keeper
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and CricViz analyst Ben Jones preview the men's T20 World Cup, which starts next week in the US and the Caribbean.They discuss the conditions, which teams are best placed to mount a title challenge and what we should expect from the tournament.Elsewhere in the show, the panel reflect on the most recent round of the County Championship – a good one for several current England players and hopefuls – as well as looking ahead to the IPL knockouts.Mark Butcher dials in to chat a
May 22, 2024 • 1:38:51
Women's Cricket Weekly: How the new women's domestic structure will change cricket in England
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Lauren Winfield-Hill discuss the most recent restructuring of English women's domestic cricket.They look at why the change is necessary, implications for the counties not chosen – Yorkshire, in Lauren's case – and what impact it will have on the sport.There's also chat about England's ongoing T20I series against Pakistan, with Heather Knight's side recovering from 11-4 to win the first match at Edgbaston by 53 runs.0:00 Intro / 1:43 Lauren Winfield-Hill on Yorkshire mis
May 16, 2024 • 50:47
James Anderson retires from Test cricket: is the timing right, and what's next?
Yas Rana, Phil Walker and Ben Gardner react to the news that James Anderson's glittering Test career will come to an end at Lord's this summer.They reflect on Anderson's legacy, the circumstances surrounding the decision and look at potential candidates to replace him.Elsewhere in the show there's a County Championship round-up, a debate about England's future Test wicket-keepers and Pakistan's T20I series in Ireland.Mark Butcher also dials in to discuss Anderson's impending Test retirement.0:00
May 14, 2024 • 1:08:55
Women's Cricket Weekly: Heather Knight on her eight years as England captain & ENGvPAK squads announced
On the first ever episode of the Wisden Women's Cricket Weekly podcast, Yas Rana and Lauren Winfield-Hill are joined by England captain Heather Knight.They discuss leadership, Knight's experiences in the job, how it's changed over the years, competing against Australia and much more.Later in the episode, Katya Witney joins Yas to reflect on the latest round of Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy fixtures and England's squads for the series against Pakistan.0:00 Intro / 1:55 Heather Knight interview / 37
May 9, 2024 • 57:10
Players voice safety concerns over schedule – will it finally change?
The English game was rocked this week after the sudden passing of Worcestershire left-arm spinner Josh Baker. Baker, though just 20, had already made 47 senior appearances for the county, and last season scored the run that sealed Worcestershire’s promotion back to the top flight. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and everyone associated with the club.After a study undertaken by the PCA revealed that two-thirds of county players believe the current domestic schedule is unfit for purpose,
May 7, 2024 • 1:01:58
Ollie Pope joins us for a batting masterclass; Archer returns for the T20 World Cup
Ollie Pope joins this week’s show for his most forensic interview yet, delving into the evolution of his batting over the course of his international career.Elsewhere in the show, Mark Butcher, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to the announcement of England’s T20 World Cup squad, one that saw Jofra Archer return to the fold and Chris Jordan pip Chris Woakes and Gus Atkinson to a spot in the 15-man group.There’s also discussion on Dan Worrall, Bismah Maroof, India and South Africa's T20 World Cup s
Apr 30, 2024 • 1:18:38
The purpose of county cricket: What does the future hold for second tier counties?
Yas Rana, Phil Walker, Katya Witney and Ben Gardner talk all things county cricket, including the Kookaburra vs Dukes debate and the allocation of the eight Tier One women's counties.There's also discussion on the latest round of the County Championship, reflection on the previous week's IPL action and an incredible innings from Sri Lanka's Chamari Athapaththu.Yas speaks to Simon Cook, Kent's Director of Cricket, about player recruitment and Kent missing out on Tier One status, while Mark Butche
Apr 24, 2024 • 1:37:06
2024 Wisden award winners revealed and remembering Derek Underwood
On this special episode of the Wisden Cricket Weekly Podcast, Lawrence Booth joins Mark Butcher and Yas Rana to talk about the release of this year's prestigious Wisden Almanack, including the award winners for 2024.The panel remember former Kent and England spinner Derek Underwood, who sadly passed away yesterday at the age of 78, as well as discussing the merits of four day Tests and the latest round of County Championship action.Phil Walker also chats to author Scott Oliver about his book Sti
Apr 16, 2024 • 1:01:46
Sam Cook, England’s next Test seamer?
Mark Butcher, Ben Gardner, Katya Witney and Yas Rana react to the first week of the County Championship, one that saw Sam Northeast break an all-time record at Lord’s and Sam Cook remind everyone of his England credentials, impressing with the Kookaburra ball.Maia Bouchier talks to Katya about her breakout tour of New Zealand and there is also chat on Shoaib Bashir, Virat Kohli and Ravi Shastri.0:00 Intro / 2:53 Mark Butcher / 14:02 Sam Cook / 21:39 Sam Northeast / 25:35 Shoaib Bashir / 32:13 Ka
Apr 10, 2024 • 1:08:43
Previewing the 2024 County Championship & Ben Stokes pulls out of the T20 World Cup
Yas Rana and Phil Walker are joined by Ben Bloom to preview the 2024 county cricket season and discuss the release of Ben's new book – Batting For Time: The Fight To Keep English Cricket Alive.Mark Butcher also joins the show to discuss the county season, as well as Ben Stokes' withdrawal from the T20 World Cup.Finally, Aadya Sharma dials in to chat about the remarkable rise of Mayank Yadav, the 21-year-old Indian speed sensation clocked at 97mph in this season's IPL.*We apologise for some poor
Apr 3, 2024 • 1:58:33
Keaton Jennings on the Lyon/Hartley conundrum, Matt Potts, coming back stronger and more
Keaton Jennings joins Phil Walker and Yas Rana to talk about his recent experience with the England Lions in India, the upcoming county season where he will once again captain a Lancashire side well placed to mount a serious title challenge, and how the professional game has changed over the course of his career.Ben Gardner and Katya Witney join Yas to talk about England’s up and down tour of New Zealand, the opening stages of the IPL and a tumultuous, but broadly positive, week in Pakistani cri
Mar 26, 2024 • 1:26:40
Jason Roy's future, what's next for the IPL and a chat with two of the most exciting uncapped batters in England
Matt Roller, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to a busy week of international cricket, one that saw Jason Roy miss out on a contract for The Hundred.There’s chat about the IPL, which starts on Friday, discussion around making the County Championship more accessible for a younger audience and Ben Gardner also heads to Canterbury for a chat with the new Kent captain Daniel Bell-Drummond and one of the most exciting young batters in the country in Tawanda Muyeye.Mark Butcher talks about Roy, Alex Hal
Mar 21, 2024 • 2:18:59
What does a more ‘refined’ BazBall look like?
Phil Walker, Katya Witney, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana share their final thoughts on England’s series defeat in India, and ponder what comes next for Ben Stokes’ team.There’s also chat on England’s worst ever winters, the domestic restructure in women’s cricket, the PSL, the WPL, Australia’s win over New Zealand in Christchurch and more.0:00 Intro / 1:40 Brendon McCullum / 10:54 Changes England could make / 22:50 Players in different eras / 31:07 Beating India at home / 37:40 Reasons for optimism /
Mar 12, 2024 • 1:29:58
India win the series 4-1! What went wrong for England? | India vs England | 5th Test Day 3
India thumped England by an innings and 64 runs in the fifth Test at Dharamshala to seal a comprehensive 4-1 series victory.Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Mark Butcher reflect on the final day of the series, including a five-wicket haul for Ravichandran Ashwin in his 100th Test, James Anderson's historic 700th Test wicket and yet another England collapse.0:00 Recap / 0:39 England / 10:17 Changes for England? / 16:37 Mark Butcher on the fifth Test / 28:23 India / 38:26 James Anderson / 42:26 Funny mom
Mar 9, 2024 • 48:06
Rohit and Gill centuries give India complete control | India vs England | 5th Test Day 2
Centuries from Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill ensured India took firm control of the fifth and final Test of the series in Dharamshala.Yas Rana is joined by Aadya Sharma to discuss the action.0:00 Recap / 1:41 First session / 3:48 England's spinners / 12:44 Padikkal & Sarfaraz / 16:45 The pitch / 19:23 Stokes / 21:36 Wood / 23:11 OutroYou can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter
Mar 8, 2024 • 26:48
Kuldeep Yadav dominates in Dharamshala as England collapse again | India vs England | 5th Test Day 1
Yas Rana and Ben Gardner review all the action from the opening day of the fifth and final Test of the series in Dharmshala – a superb one for Kuldeep Yadav, but a miserable one for the visitors.0:00 Recap / 1:22 Kuldeep Yadav / 10:35 Zak Crawley / 15:58 England's batting / 24:59 Ollie Pope / 30:47 Yashasvi Jaiswal / 32:25 OutroYou can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/W
Mar 7, 2024 • 36:30
Jonny Bairstow set for 100th Test – a preview of the series finale
Jim Wallace, Katya Witney and Yas Rana preview the fifth India-England Test, one that will see Jonny Bairstow and Ravichandran Ashwin both play their 100th Tests.There’s also chat on Australia’s win over New Zealand, the PSL, the WPL and more.Rob Smyth joins the show to talk about his magazine feature, Mining For Gold.0:00 Intro / 0:35 Dharamshala / 3:02 Shoaib Bashir & Tom Hartley / 10:45 Bazball / 20:42 Jonny Bairstow / 27:32 Ravichandran Ashwin / 32:20 Mark Butcher on INDvENG & PSL / 43:00 To
Mar 5, 2024 • 1:18:57
Weekly show: England lose their first series of the Bazball era
Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Mark Butcher review India's five-wicket victory in the fourth Test at Ranchi – a win that subjected England to their first series defeat under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum.0:00 Intro / 0:30 Initial reflections / 12:52 India's young players & Rohit's captaincy / 19:00 Shoaib Bashir / 25:38 England's batting / 29:38 Joe Root / 32:42 Umpiring & DRS / 43:26 Fifth Test / 47:42 OutroEnjoy 20% off Charles Tyrwhitt's full collection by using promo code SCORE at www.charlesty
Feb 26, 2024 • 51:09
Kuldeep & Ashwin inspire India fightback after dramatic England collapse in Ranchi | India vs England | 4th Test Day 3
Yas Rana and Abhishek Mukherjee discuss an action packed third day in Ranchi that saw an impressive innings from Dhruv Jurel, a dramatic England collapse and some brilliant spin bowling from both Kuldeep Yadav and Ravichandran Ashwin.0:00 Recap / 1:31 Dhruv Jurel / 3:41 Kuldeep Yadav / 9:14 England's batting & the pitch / 13:35 Ben Foakes / 16:03 Looking ahead to tomorrowYou can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instag
Feb 25, 2024 • 21:04
31 overs in a row! Brilliant Shoaib Bashir spell gives England control in Ranchi | India vs England | 4th Test Day 2
Yas Rana and Katya Witney discuss all the main talking points from the second day in Ranchi, including a brilliant spell from Shoaib Bashir, an important contribution from Ollie Robinson and yet another Yashasvi Jaiswal half-century.0:00 Recap / 1:38 Shoaib Bashir / 8:42 Pitch / 13:38 Ollie Robinson / 16:37 Yashasvi Jaiswal / 20:07 India's batting / 23:58 Match situationYou can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagr
Feb 24, 2024 • 29:25
Joe Root's masterful century reminds us of his greatness & Akash Deep impresses on debut | India vs England | 4th Test Day 1
Yas Rana and Phil Walker reflect on a thrilling first day in Ranchi, headlined by Joe Root's 31st Test century.Akash Deep made an immediate impression on debut, dismissing England's top three in a stunning new ball burst, before Bairstow and Stokes both fell to spin to leave England 112-5 at lunch.The afternoon belonged to Root though, who knuckled down and cleverly crafted one of the best centuries of his glittering Test career in tricky conditions.Ben Foakes played brilliantly at the other end
Feb 23, 2024 • 42:39
Stokes bowling and Bumrah rested – do England have a chance? Fourth Test preview
With news emerging that Ben Stokes may be able to bowl in the fourth India-England Test at Ranchi and that Jasprit Bumrah is likely to be rested, how much of a chance do England have of forcing a decider?Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana preview the Ranchi Test and look at the other big stories from the world game over the last week.Part of Dan Gallan’s interview with Cricket West Indies chief executive Johnny Grave is played in this episode – to read the full interview, pick up issue 75 of
Feb 21, 2024 • 1:10:19
Weekly show: Bazball's worst defeat? India hammer England by 434 runs in Rajkot
If day three was bad for England, day four certainly wasn't any better.Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to India's thumping 434-run win against England in Rajkot, a victory that puts them 2-1 up in the five-match series.India piled on the runs in the morning session - Yashasvi Jaiswal scoring his second sensational double century of the series - before the declaration came with England set 557 to win.The visitors never got close, crumbling to 50-7 before ultimately being bowled out fo
Feb 18, 2024 • 1:03:56
Bazball gone too far? England collapse after Root gets reverse scoop wrong | India vs England | 3rd Test Day 3
England endured what could be their worst day of the Bazball era so far, collapsing from 224-2 to 319 in Rajkot.Joe Root's dismissal was the main talking point, out reverse scooping Bumrah to slip for just 18.Yashasvi Jaiswal was superb once again when India began their second innings, easing his way to another Test century - the third of his short career to date - to give the hosts complete control.0:00 Intro / 1:48 England's batting / 6:26 Joe Root / 17:34 India's bowling / 20:42 Yashasvi Jais
Feb 17, 2024 • 31:32
Stunning Ben Duckett century leads England fightback & Ravichandran Ashwin takes 500th Test wicket | India vs England | 3rd Test Day 2
We've got another brilliant Test match on our hands!Yas Rana and Ben Gardner review the second day from Rajkot, headlined by Ben Duckett's stunning unbeaten 133* and Ravichandran Ashwin's 500th Test wicket.0:00 Recap / 1:31 Ben Duckett / 14:52 Ravichandran Ashwin / 18:55 India's bowling / 24:38 India's batting / 26:32 Penalty runs / 29:19 Which way is this Test going? / 34:55 OutroYou can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://
Feb 16, 2024 • 39:02
Rohit Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja lead India's rebuild & Sarfaraz Khan impresses on debut | India vs England | 3rd Test Day 1
Yas Rana and Phil Walker reflect on day one of the third India-England Test in Rajkot, which saw centuries for Rohit Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja, an impressive debut innings from Sarfaraz Khan and an excellent spell from Mark Wood.0:00 Recap / 1:22 Which team will be happier? / 7:20 England let a good position slip / 12:09 England bowling / 19:02 Sarfaraz Khan / 25:12 Ravindra Jadeja / 27:10 Rohit Sharma / 32:10 OutroYou can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https:/
Feb 15, 2024 • 37:46
India vs England third Test preview and Ollie Robinson on Pope, Bumrah & Stokes
Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana preview the third India-England Test in Rajkot.Ollie Robinson then joins the show, touching on Ollie Pope’s Hyderabad heroics, the philosophy of this England team, Ben Stokes’ tactical nous and having a front row seat for Jasprit Bumrah’s breathtaking spell in Vizag.There's also chat about South Africa's series in New Zealand, an IPL deal for Shamar Joseph, various franchise leagues, the Under 19 World Cup and more.The author Vaneisa Baksh joins us towards t
Feb 13, 2024 • 1:35:48
Weekly show: A missed opportunity for England? India level the series in Vizag
Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to India’s series-levelling victory in Vizag, where Jasprit Bumrah put in a performance for the ages for the hosts.Despite Bumrah and Jaiswal’s brilliance, was this a missed opportunity for England given the number of high-profile absentees for India?Mark Butcher also joins the show to talk about the challenges of facing high class reverse swing.Enjoy 20% off Charles Tyrwhitt's full collection by using promo code SCORE at https://www.charlestyrwhitt.co
Feb 5, 2024 • 1:07:21
England fight back brilliantly but Shubman Gill ton leaves them needing a record chase | India vs England | 2nd Test Day 3
England fought back brilliantly despite Shubman Gill's third Test century to give themselves a slender chance of winning the second Test in Vizag.The visitors finished day three on 67-1, Ben Duckett the wicket to fall, needing a further 332 runs for victory.Yas Rana and Jo Harman review all the action and look ahead to a potential grandstand finish tomorrow.0:00 Recap / 3:26 England fight back & India's batting / 11:01 England's spinners / 14:02 Shubman Gill / 15:43 Day four / 24:11 OutroYou can
Feb 4, 2024 • 27:39
Jasprit Bumrah proves once again why he's a fast bowling genius | India vs England | 2nd Test Day 2
Yashasvi Jaiswal's superb double century and a stunning spell of fast bowling from Jasprit Bumrah have put India in total control of the second Test in Vizag.Yas Rana and Katya Witney reflect on a brilliant second day for the hosts.0:00 Recap / 1:41 Jasprit Bumrah / 7:45 Kuldeep Yadav & Yashasvi Jaiswal / 13:07 England / 16:39 Team balance / 19:09 Joe Root / 22:59 OutroYou can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagra
Feb 3, 2024 • 26:25
Honours even? Yashasvi Jaiswal hits supreme 179* & Shoaib Bashir impresses on debut | India vs England | 2nd Test Day 1
Having won the toss and chosen to bat first on a flat pitch in Vizag, India finished the opening day on 336-6 to leave things very much in the balance.On a day where no other Indian batter managed to pass 35, Yashasvi Jaiswal notched an epic second Test century, ending the day unbeaten on 179*.James Anderson bowled with excellent control on his return to the side, while Shoaib Bashir, one of England's three inexperienced spinners, impressed on debut, picking up the wickets of Rohit Sharma and Ax
Feb 2, 2024 • 35:47
Reliving England’s Hyderabad win because, why not?
Two days after England’s extraordinary victory in Hyderabad, Phil Walker, Katya Witney, Jim Wallace and Yas Rana share their thoughts on what must rank as one of England’s greatest away victories.Wisden India editor Aadya Sharma joins the show to report on what the reaction to India’s defeat has been like at home. He also gives us the lowdown on the new faces added to the India squad for the second Test.There’s also discussion on the decision facing several England women’s players about whether
Jan 30, 2024 • 1:14:52
Hartley and Pope inspire staggering comeback win against India & West Indies stun Australia
Wow. What a day of Test cricket that was!West Indies stunned Australia in Brisbane and England pulled off an almighty heist in Hyderabad - both wins spearheaded by seven-wicket hauls from young, unproven red-ball bowlers in Shamar Joseph and Tom Hartley.Yas Rana and Ben Gardner try to make sense of two remarkable games of cricket. Mark Butcher also joins the show to discuss a famous win for England.0:00 Intro / 0:44 India vs England / 6:02 Tom Hartley / 12:17 India’s approach / 16:56 England bat
Jan 28, 2024 • 1:04:53
They couldn't, could they?! Ollie Pope gives England hope with stunning century | India vs England | 1st Test Day 3
A truly astonishing century from Ollie Pope has just about kept England's hopes of an unlikely victory in Hyderabad alive.Pope finished the day unbeaten on 148* – a masterful innings in conditions in which he's previously struggled – with England leading by 126 runs heading into the fourth day.Yas Rana and Ben Gardner review all the action.0:00 Recap / 4:12 Ollie Pope / 20:13 2024 vs 2012 / 22:16 England's bowling & India's batting / 26:42 Jasprit Bumrah / 28:52 Do England have a chance?You can
Jan 27, 2024 • 35:38
Rahul & Jadeja pile misery on England's inexperienced bowling attack | India vs England | 1st Test Day 2
India batted for the entirety of day two for the loss of just six wickets, leaving themselves in total control of the first Test at Hyderabad.Joe Root dismissed Yashasvi Jaiswal inside the first over of the day, but England's bowlers generally struggled for control throughout once again.The hosts finished the day 421-7, leading by 175 runs, thanks to impressive batting performances from KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja.Yas Rana and Phil Walker reflect on the action from day two.0:00 Recap / 2:45 Eng
Jan 26, 2024 • 37:55
Yashasvi Jaiswal dominates as England's spinners struggle for control in Hyderabad | India vs England | 1st Test Day 1
A wonderful knock from 22-year-old Yashasvi Jaiswal has put India in a strong position after the opening day of the series in Hyderabad.Having won the toss and chosen to bat, England were bowled out for 246, with eight wickets shared between India's three spinners.Ben Stokes batted nicely on his return from surgery for 70, but was one of two wickets to fall to the ever impressive Jasprit Bumrah.The hosts made good progress in the evening session, with Jaiswal in particular making sure England's
Jan 25, 2024 • 26:52
Ollie Robinson: We're practicing on ragging pitches, our mindset is so different to 2021 | INDvENG preview
Ahead of the first Test in Hyderabad beginning on Thursday, Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana preview the India-England series one final time.The panel discuss what Virat Kohli and Harry Brook’s absences mean for both sides, a rare home series for Jasprit Bumrah, England’s spinners, Dan Lawrence’s call-up and much more.Mark Butcher and England fast bowler Ollie Robinson also dial in to preview the series.Elsewhere in the show there’s chat about double Super Over chaos between India and Afgha
Jan 24, 2024 • 1:23:03
Does Bazball have a chance in India?
Lawrence Booth – Wisden editor and co-author of Bazball: The Inside Story of a Test Cricket Revolution – joins Will Macpherson, Phil Walker and Yas Rana to talk about England’s Stokes/McCullum era so far and to assess their chances on the daunting upcoming tour of India.There’s also conversation on the BBL, English players thriving on the franchise circuit, how Cummins’ Australia will be remembered and much more.Mark Butcher dials in from South Africa to discuss the first week of SA20 action.0:0
Jan 16, 2024 • 1:18:02
How to win in India: Looking back at England’s 2012 series success with Nick Compton
Nick Compton joins the show to share his memories of England’s historic series win in India back in 2012, still the last time an overseas team has won a Test series away to India.Ben Gardner and Yas Rana talk about the shortest completed Test in the format’s history at Cape Town, pitches, Colin Graves’ potential takeover at Yorkshire and more.Mark Butcher dials in from South Africa to share his views on England’s preparation for the upcoming India series and Steve Smith’s move to the top of the
Jan 10, 2024 • 1:31:12
Is this the week that Test cricket died? South Africa name second-string squad for New Zealand tour
A cheery start to 2024! Is this the week that Test cricket died?Mark Butcher, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana ponder what the future of Test and international cricket could look like after South Africa announced a second-string squad to tour New Zealand.The Proteas’ squad includes seven uncapped players and a new captain, with the wholesale changes coming as a result of the Test series overlapping with the second season of SA20, South Africa’s franchise T20 competition.Elsewhere there’s discussion abou
Jan 2, 2024 • 57:42
Christmas special part two: England lose in the West Indies, Rabada thrills against India and your moments of the year
In the second of our Christmas specials, Mark Butcher, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana reflect on 2023 and pick out their moments of the year. They also look forward to 2024, chew the fat on England’s recent series defeat in West Indies and much more.ESPNcricinfo’s Matt Roller joins the show to talk about the IPL auction, while John Spellar MP talks to Yas about his plans to return live Test cricket to free-to-air television.0:00 Intro / 0:48 West Indies vs England / 13:50 South Africa vs India / 22:22
Dec 27, 2023 • 1:33:02
Christmas special part one: How should Lyon and Warner be remembered, and the threat the MLC poses for county cricket
Mark Butcher, Phil Walker, Katya Witney and Yas Rana look back at a busy week in international cricket as the England men’s side continued their tour of the Caribbean with mixed success, losing their first two T20Is before Phil Salt and Harry Brook kept the series alive in thrilling fashion in the third fixture.England women succumbed to a heavy defeat in their one-off Test in Mumbai as their batting unit failed to fire - how will Australia fare in similar conditions?There’s also discussion on N
Dec 19, 2023 • 1:26:25
Shoaib Bashir’s sensational Test call-up and England go down in the West Indies
The panel of Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to England’s squad announcement for their upcoming tour of India, which saw uncapped spinners Shoaib Bashir and Tom Hartley included for the first time despite the pair’s modest records with the ball in first-class cricket. Elsewhere, Mark Butcher joins the show to talk about England’s ODI series defeat in the Caribbean before the panel talk about England women’s series victory over India in India, the report into racism allegations at Essex
Dec 12, 2023 • 1:37:21
England’s new era starts in defeat, predicting England’s Test squad for India and Travis Head joins the show
A brilliant Shai Hope hundred took West Indies over the line against a new-look England side in Antigua. Mark Butcher, Phil Walker, Jo Harman and Yas Rana react to that result, before the panel of Phil, Jo and Yas predict England’s squad for their upcoming Test tour of India. There’s also discussion on the latest batch of England women’s central contracts, a war of words in Australia, Bangladesh’s Test win over New Zealand and much more. The episode also includes a segment of Phil’s interview wi
Dec 5, 2023 • 1:35:37
England’s white-ball re-reset, counties in trouble and the footballisation of cricket transfers
Will Macpherson joins Ben Gardner, Katya Witney and Yas Rana on this week’s show to talk about England’s upcoming tour of West Indies (that starts this Sunday!), IPL retention day and India’s ongoing T20I series against Australia that started just four days after the end of the 2023 World Cup.Will also provides insight on what’s going on at Sussex and Middlesex, two counties that have had difficult winters so far.Mark Butcher joins the show to look ahead to England's white-ball tour of the Carib
Nov 28, 2023 • 1:26:48
Weekly Show: A review of the 2023 World Cup and the end of Babar Azam’s captaincy, with Jonathan Trott
The panel of Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana review the 2023 World Cup, picking out their moments and stories of the tournament as well as having another look back at yesterday’s extraordinary final in Ahmedabad.Jonathan Trott chats to Jo Harman about Afghanistan’s campaign before Saj Sadiq joins at the end of the show to talk about a chaotic week in Pakistan cricket that’s seen several resignations, sackings and surprise appointments.Our Wisden Photograph of the Year competition opens for
Nov 20, 2023 • 1:28:43
Travis Head inspires Australia to sixth World Cup title as India fall at the final hurdle | World Cup Daily #37
A sensational hundred from Travis Head inspired Australia to a sixth men’s World Cup title as India failed to get over the line at the Narendra Modi Stadium.Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana review a final where everything went right for Pat Cummins’ men.Find out more about our video partners, SEEEN: https://seeen.comYou can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.
Nov 19, 2023 • 56:49
Australia sneak past South Africa in an instant classic to set up final against India | World Cup Daily #36
Australia beat South Africa by three wickets in an epic World Cup semi-final at Eden Gardens. Mark Butcher, Phil Walker and Yas Rana reflect on a game that had it all before looking forward to Sunday’s final between India and Australia. Find out more about our video partners, SEEEN: https://seeen.com You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok: https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCric https://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/ https://twitter.com/WisdenCricket https://ww
Nov 16, 2023 • 44:17
Kohli scores 50th ODI hundred as India book final place, but was the pitch preparation fair? | World Cup Daily #35
India are in the World Cup final thanks to hundreds from Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer, as well as a seven-wicket haul from Mohammed Shami.Mark Butcher, Jo Harman and Yas Rana react to the result and wonder what it takes to beat this India side.There’s also discussion on New Zealand’s campaign and Daryl Mitchell, who today made the highest ever score in a men’s World Cup semi-final.Towards the end of the show, Mark shares his views on the story broken today that the ICC’s pitch consultant was bli
Nov 15, 2023 • 36:48
Weekly Show: World Cup semi-final previews, England’s next generation and women’s cricket in Afghanistan
Our panel of Jo Harman, Katya Witney, Phil Walker and Yas Rana preview 2023 World Cup knockouts with India, New Zealand, Australia and South Africa all vying for the title in the final week of competition.Mark Butcher joins the show to talk about England’s squad for the two white-ball tours of the Caribbean next month.Elsewhere, there’s discussion on the two England women’s squads selected for their upcoming tour of India, Meg Lanning’s international retirement and Sri Lanka’s suspension from th
Nov 13, 2023 • 1:37:56
Can anyone stop India? | World Cup Daily #34
Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to India's ninth consecutive win at the 2023 World Cup and discuss how they can be stopped ahead of the knockouts.There's also conversation on Netherlands' campaign and what's next for Dutch cricket.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketThe latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly is avail
Nov 12, 2023 • 27:17
England sign off with a win & Mitchell Marsh stars as Australia's winning run continues | World Cup Daily #33
Yas Rana and Mark Butcher react to England’s last game of the 2023 World Cup, which saw them end their disappointing campaign with a comfortable victory against Pakistan.Ben Gardner then joins Yas to discuss Australia’s eight-wicket win against Bangladesh - their seventh victory in a row ahead of the semi-finals - which was spearheaded by Mitchell Marsh’s blistering 177*.Find out more about our video partners, SEEEN: https://seeen.comYou can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
Nov 11, 2023 • 25:05
South Africa beat Afghanistan & Sri Lanka Cricket suspended by the ICC for government interference | World Cup Daily #32
Afghanistan’s World Cup journey ended with defeat to South Africa in Ahmedabad, with the Proteas successfully chasing down 245 for the loss of five wickets.Katya Witney, Cameron Ponsonby and Ben Gardner discuss the game, and react to the day’s breaking news that Sri Lanka have been suspended by the ICC due to government interference.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.
Nov 10, 2023 • 33:10
New Zealand effectively put the semi-final race to bed - do they have a chance against India? | World Cup Daily #31
New Zealand comprehensively beat Sri Lanka to effectively seal the fourth 2023 World Cup semi-final spot.A rapid half-century for Kusal Perera and a gutsy final-wicket stand weren’t enough for Sri Lanka whose heavy defeat leaves them in ninth place.Jim Wallace and Yas Rana look back at the game and also preview the semi-finals.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/Wi
Nov 9, 2023 • 30:25
Stokes’ ton ends England’s long wait for another World Cup win & more reaction to Maxwell’s stunning assault | World Cup Daily #30
England finally recorded their second win of the 2023 World Cup, with Ben Stokes’ first World Cup hundred powering them to a comfortable 160-run victory against Netherlands in Pune.Katya Witney, Mark Butcher and Yas Rana discuss the result and England’s campaign to this point, before spending some more time reflecting on Glenn Maxwell’s incredible double century against Afghanistan yesterday.Find out more about our video partners, SEEEN: https://seeen.comYou can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook
Nov 8, 2023 • 37:45
Weekly Show: Glenn Maxwell produces an all-time classic knock and more reaction to Angelo Mathews' timed out dismissal
Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana review the last week of action at the 2023 World Cup - one that has seen the semi-final race burst into life. Mark Butcher joins to share his views on Angelo Mathews’ controversial timed out dismissal against Bangladesh, while Katya Witney joins Yas at the end to talk about Glenn Maxwell’s extraordinary match-winning innings against Afghanistan. Follow England in India in January with Gullivers Sports Travel - find out more at gulliverstravel.co.uk today. O
Nov 7, 2023 • 1:35:24
Angelo Mathews controversially timed out as Bangladesh beat Sri Lanka in Delhi | World Cup Daily #29
Angelo Mathews became the first player in the history of international cricket to be dismissed timed out as Bangladesh beat Sri Lanka by three wickets in Delhi.Ben Gardner and Estelle Vasudevan reflect on that incident and the rest of the action from a memorable clash.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketThe latest i
Nov 6, 2023 • 27:51
Kohli scores his 49th ODI hundred & Jadeja takes five wickets as India SMASH South Africa | World Cup Daily #28
India made it eight wins from eight with a 243-run victory against second-placed South Africa in Kolkata.Ben Gardner and Aadya Sharma review India's latest triumph, which saw Virat Kohli score a record-equalling 49th ODI century and Ravindra Jadeja take his first ODI five-wicket haul in over a decade.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tikt
Nov 5, 2023 • 29:04
England officially out after Australia loss, Pakistan keep hopes alive with sensational chase | World Cup Daily #27
Mark Butcher, James Wallace and Yas Rana react to England's latest defeat at the 2023 World Cup as well as Pakistan's almighty run chase against New Zealand, one that keeps the final week of group stage action very interesting.Find out more about our video partners, SEEEN: https://seeen.comYou can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wis
Nov 4, 2023 • 33:55
Afghanistan keep their semi-final hopes alive | World Cup Daily #26
Afghanistan kept their World Cup semi-final dreams alive with a routine seven-wicket victory against Netherlands in Lucknow.Ben Gardner and Cameron Ponsonby discuss what that result means for the tournament, Ben Stokes’ knee and tomorrow’s two huge fixtures.A listener question also prompts a discussion about the possibility of Australia boycotting their fixture against Afghanistan, given the stance previously taken by Cricket Australia.For more information about the circumstances surrounding cri
Nov 3, 2023 • 24:14
55 all out! India destroy Sri Lanka to book their place in the World Cup semi-finals | World Cup Daily #25
India’s dominance at the 2023 World Cup continued, inflicting a 302-run hammering on Sri Lanka in Mumbai.Ben Gardner is joined b y Estelle Vasudevan to review the game, which saw India become the first team to book their place in the semi-finals.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketThe latest issue of Wisden Cricket
Nov 2, 2023 • 24:34
Quinton de Kock's stunning World Cup continues as South Africa thrash New Zealand | World Cup Daily #24
South Africa claimed their sixth win of the 2023 World Cup with a 190-run thrashing of New Zealand in Pune.Centuries from Quinton de Kock and Rassie van der Dussen helped the Proteas post a daunting 357-4, before Marco Jansen (3-31) and Keshav Maharaj (4-46) starred with the ball as New Zealand were bundled out for 167.Phil Walker, Katya Witney and Ben Gardner reflect on that game, look ahead to India vs Sri Lanka and discuss a few talking points from the England camp.You can follow Wisden Crick
Nov 1, 2023 • 30:25
Weekly Show: What does the future of English men’s ODI cricket look like?
Following the continuation of England’s miserable 2023 World Cup campaign, Phil Walker, Jo Harman and Yas Rana look to the future and pick a group of England players who could form the basis of England’s 2027 World Cup plans.There’s also discussion on the last week of World Cup action, while Saj Sadiq joins Yas at the end to talk about Pakistan victory over Bangladesh, a result that ended a run of four straight defeats.Get 10 per cent off at Nikon for the Sportstar Zoom with the code Wisden: htt
Oct 31, 2023 • 1:03:14
Afghanistan boost semi-final hopes after routine win in Rashid Khan’s 100th ODI | World Cup Daily #23
Cam Ponsonby and Yas Rana react to Afghanistan’s third win of the tournament so far, one that boosts their chances of an unlikely spot in the semi-finals.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketThe latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly is available now at https://wisden.com/shop/wisden-cricket-monthly-issue-72The digit
Oct 30, 2023 • 26:37
England demolished by Bumrah & Shami as India's perfect World Cup continues | World Cup Daily #22
India made it six wins from six in the World Cup group stage with a comfortable 100-run victory against England in Lucknow.England produced a much improved performance with the ball, but their batters were blown away once again, with Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah doing the bulk of the damage.Mark Butcher, Jo Harman and Yas Rana reflect on all the action on another disappointing day for Jos Buttler's side.Find out more about our video partners, SEEEN: https://seeen.comYou can follow Wisden Cr
Oct 29, 2023 • 37:10
Another thriller! Australia beat New Zealand by five runs & Netherlands record their second win | World Cup Daily #21
Following the thrill of Pakistan vs South Africa yesterday, Australia and New Zealand treated us to another instant World Cup classic in Dharamsala.Jim Wallace and Ben Gardner reflect on Australia’s dramatic five-run victory, as well as previewing tomorrow’s India vs England clash.Abhishek Mukherjee also joins the show from Kolkata to discuss Netherlands’ second win of the tournament - an 87-run thumping of Bangladesh.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https
Oct 28, 2023 • 34:02
Finally a close game! South Africa beat Pakistan by one wicket in thrilling finish | World Cup Daily #20
At long last we were treated to a close game at the 2023 World Cup, and what a finish!Saj Sadiq, Katya Witney and Yas Rana react to South Africa’s dramatic one-wicket win against Pakistan in Chennai.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketThe latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly is available now at https://wisden.com/
Oct 27, 2023 • 21:06
Worse than 2015? England’s woeful World Cup campaign all but over after Sri Lanka thumping | World Cup Daily #19
England slumped to their fourth defeat in five games at the 2023 World Cup, suffering an eight-wicket hammering at the hands of Sri Lanka in Bangalore.Mark Butcher, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to yet another humiliating defeat for Jos Buttler’s side, whose World Cup campaign is now all but over.Find out more about our video partners, SEEEN: https://seeen.comYou can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wis
Oct 26, 2023 • 43:37
Australia beat Netherlands by a record margin – why have there been no close games yet?! | World Cup Daily #18
Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to Australia’s record-breaking victory over the Netherlands which saw Glenn Maxwell blitz an extraordinary 40-ball hundred.The pair also discuss the shortage of thrillers so far this tournament and preview tomorrow’s game between England and Sri Lanka.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencrick
Oct 25, 2023 • 27:06
Weekly Show: Why has England’s World Cup campaign gone so dramatically off course?
Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to England’s mammoth defeat against South Africa and discuss what’s gone wrong for their campaign so far.There is also more discussion on the other runners and riders – can anyone stop India? – as well as on England’s first batch of multi-year central contracts.We also play a portion of Jo’s interview with Adil Rashid – the cover star of the latest Wisden Cricket Monthly.Bangladesh cricket expert Tawhid Qureshi joins Yas at the end to discuss Bangladesh’
Oct 24, 2023 • 1:37:32
Afghanistan do it again! Pakistan's World Cup hopes in tatters after defeat in Chennai | World Cup Daily #17
A brilliant performance from Afghanistan saw them register another historic victory at the 2023 World Cup, this time at the expense of Pakistan. Saj Sadiq joins Yas Rana to discuss the game, including what's going wrong for Pakistan in this campaign and the future of Babar Azam as ODI captain. You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok: https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCric https://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/ https://twitter.com/WisdenCricket https://www.tiktok
Oct 23, 2023 • 24:59
The chase master does it again! Kohli & Shami help India make it five wins from five | World Cup Daily #16
India overcame their biggest test of the 2023 World Cup so far, beating New Zealand by four wickets in Dharamsala.Mohammed Shami took 5-54 as New Zealand posted 273, with Daryl Mitchell making a classy 130. In reply, Virat Kohli starred in the chase once again, taking India to the brink of victory with an accomplished 95.Ben Gardner, Katya Witney and Aadya Sharma review all the action from a clash between the competition's top two sides and look ahead to Pakistan vs Afghanistan.You can follow Wi
Oct 22, 2023 • 24:51
England's World Cup horror show - Jos Buttler's side embarrassed by South Africa in Mumbai | World Cup Daily #15
England's 2023 World Cup campaign went from bad to worse, with Jos Buttler's side suffering a humbling 229-run defeat to South Africa.Having made three changes, won the toss and chosen to bowl, England conceded 399-7, with Heinrich Klaasen making a stunning century and Marco Jansen bashing a rapid 75*.England struggled to cope with the searing, sweltering Mumbai heat, while Adil Rashid's illness and a potentially tournament-ending finger injury for Reece Topley only complicated matters further.T
Oct 21, 2023 • 40:16
Warner and Marsh centuries blast Australia to victory over Pakistan in Bangalore | World Cup Daily #14
Australia beat Pakistan to make it back-to-back wins at the 2023 World Cup, thanks largely to a monster opening stand between David Warner and Mitch Marsh.Yas is joined by Pakistan cricket expert Saj Sadiq to review the game and talk about Pakistan’s campaign so far, while Ben joins later to look ahead to Netherlands vs Sri Lanka and England vs South AfricaYou can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_
Oct 20, 2023 • 24:17
India continue their march towards the semi-finals, but manner of Kohli's hundred divides opinion | World Cup Daily #13
Yas Rana and Aadya Sharma reflect on India's fourth win of the 2023 World Cup, which saw the tournament hosts cruise past Bangladesh by 7 wickets in Pune.Virat Kohli sealed the victory by bringing up his 48th ODI century, but the manner in which he reached the milestone split opinion.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencri
Oct 19, 2023 • 23:00
New Zealand make it four from four after Afghanistan fielding disasterclass | World Cup Daily #12
Cam Ponsonby joins Yas Rana to talk about New Zealand’s comfortable win over Afghanistan, made more straightforward than it could have been thanks to a disastrous fielding performance from Hashmatullah Shahidi’s team.With four wins from four, how good is this New Zealand team?You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketThe
Oct 18, 2023 • 22:30
Weekly Show: Afghanistan and Netherlands upsets spark the tournament into life. How do England recover?
The 2023 World Cup is suddenly bursting with energy after Afghanistan and Netherlands’ wins over England and South Africa respectively threw the semi-finals race wide open.Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to England’s defeat to Afghanistan and ask where Buttler’s team go next, before Katya Witney joins Yas to talk about Netherlands’ stunning win over South Africa towards the end of the show.Our listeners get a 10% discount at checkout with Nikon. Follow this link to find the Sportstar
Oct 17, 2023 • 1:19:52
Australia get off the mark and a closer look at Sri Lankan cricket | World Cup Daily #11
Australia beat Sri Lanka by five wickets in Lucknow to get their 2023 World Cup campaign up and running.Sri Lankan cricket writer Estelle Vasudevan joins Yas Rana to give her perspective on Sri Lanka’s tournament so far, as well as their up-and-down recent record in international cricket.Ben Gardner also shares his thoughts on Australia’s first win of the tournament.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.c
Oct 16, 2023 • 26:07
England’s World Cup hopes hanging by a thread after Afghanistan pull off an upset for the ages | World Cup Daily #10
Mark Butcher, Jo Harman and Yas Rana react to the result of the 2023 World Cup so far that saw Afghanistan beat England for the first time in international cricket.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketThe latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly is available now at https://wisden.com/shop/wisden-cricket-monthly-issue-7
Oct 15, 2023 • 33:10
India smash Pakistan after massive, Bumrah-inspired collapse | World Cup Daily #9
India smashed Pakistan by seven wickets with nearly 20 overs to spare, continuing their dominance in the ODI World Cup portion of the historic rivalry.After Babar and Rizwan took Pakistan to 155-2, a shocking collapse reduced them to 191 all out, with India's bowlers dovetailing and Jasprit Bumrah the star of the show.Then Rohit Sharma blasted it to all parts to set up a stress-free chase.Ben Gardner is joined by Aadya Sharma from the Narendra Modi Stadium, while Katya Witney is also on hand to
Oct 14, 2023 • 26:01
Kane Williamson returns & New Zealand continue their perfect start to the tournament | World Cup Daily #8
New Zealand continued their perfect start to the 2023 World Cup with a comfortable 8-wicket win against Bangladesh in Chennai.Katya Witney and Tawhid Qureshi discuss the return of Kane Williamson, what went wrong for Bangladesh and look ahead to tomorrow's India vs Pakistan clash.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricket
Oct 13, 2023 • 16:32
South Africa hammer Australia to underline their World Cup credentials | World Cup Daily #7
South Africa made it two wins from two at the 2023 World Cup at the expense of Australia, as Temba Bavuma’s men underlined their World Cup credentials with an authoritative performance.Yas Rana and Ben Gardner react to a significant result and to a match not short of controversy.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketT
Oct 12, 2023 • 22:13
Weekly Show: Reviewing the first week of the World Cup, Rohit’s record-breaking day and rejecting England call-ups
In our first weekly episode of the World Cup, the panel of Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana review the first week of action that has seen India and New Zealand emerge as the early front-runners.Mark Butcher joins the show from 34:45 to explain what makes New Zealand so exciting, and to react to the news that Liam Dawson might reject an England Test call-up later this winter.Wisden India Head of Content Abhishek Mukherjee then hops on from 1:10:57 to talk about India’s resounding win over Afgh
Oct 11, 2023 • 1:22:26
England bounce back in style and Pakistan make World Cup history | World Cup Daily #6
England bounced back in style from their opening round defeat to New Zealand, beating Bangladesh by 137 runs at Dharamsala.Yas Rana, Phil Walker and Mark Butcher reflect on England's comprehensive victory, including stellar performances from Dawid Malan and Reece Topley and another excellent display from Joe Root.Later in the show, Ben Gardner joins Phil to discuss the game of the tournament so far, which saw Pakistan pull off the highest successful run-chase in World Cup history against Sri Lan
Oct 10, 2023 • 58:36
Santner takes five wickets as New Zealand lay down another imposing marker | World Cup Daily #5
New Zealand made it two wins from two at the 2023 World Cup after a 99-run victory over Netherlands in Hyderabad.There were runs for all of the top five, while Mitchell Santner contributed with a fine all-round performance.Yas Rana and Jim Wallace react to the sixth game from the 2023 World Cup and look ahead to England's must-win clash against Bangladesh.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_c
Oct 9, 2023 • 27:21
Kohli and Rahul rescue India after dramatic new ball collapse to seal six-wicket win | World Cup Daily #4
India registered their first victory of the 2023 World Cup thanks to Virat Kohli and KL Rahul, who produced a brilliant 165-run partnership to rescue the hosts from 2-3 in Chennai.Kohli made 85, while Rahul finished unbeaten on 97*, winning the game with a six off Pat Cummins.India's spinners starred earlier in the day, with Ravindra Jadeja picking up 3-28 from his 10 overs as Australia struggled their way to 199 all out.Ben Gardner and Abhishek Mukherjee discuss the main talking points from the
Oct 8, 2023 • 22:58
South Africa break records v Sri Lanka and Bangladesh ease past Afghanistan
Records tumbled in Delhi as Aiden Markram hit the fastest-ever World Cup century against Sri Lanka, and South Africa posted the highest-ever total in the tournament.Quinton de Kock and Rassie van der Dussen also scored centuries before Sri Lanka were bowled out for 326, racking up the most runs ever scored in a World Cup match.Earlier on Bangladesh beat Afghanistan by six wickets in Dharamsala. Afghanistan were bowled out for 156, with Mehidy Hasan Miraz the all-round star of the match with thre
Oct 7, 2023 • 36:03
Pakistan survive Netherlands scare & Bas de Leede heroics to register opening round win | World Cup Daily #2
Pakistan overcame an early scare to beat Netherlands by 81 runs, having been 38-3 early in their innings.Haris Rauf and Saud Shakeel were the stars for Pakistan, but the player of the day was unquestionably Bas de Leede – the young Dutch all-rounder took four wickets and scored an impressive half-century from the middle order.Ben Gardner and Yas Rana run through the talking points from the game, share a few more thoughts on England’s opening day defeat to New Zealand and look forward to two fasc
Oct 6, 2023 • 22:07
New Zealand thump England in World Cup opener – where do the reigning champions go from here? | World Cup Daily #1
New Zealand laid down an early marker at the 2023 World Cup, thumping England in the tournament opener after a pair of breathtaking hundreds from Rachin Ravindra and Devon Conway.Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to the England defeat in the first of our daily World Cup podcasts.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisden
Oct 5, 2023 • 38:47
2023 Men's Cricket World Cup preview – can England go back-to-back?
Our panel of Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana preview the 2023 World Cup that gets under way later this week with a rerun of the 2019 World Cup final between England and New Zealand.Which sides are best placed to manage a variety of conditions and will India be as spin-friendly as is presumed?You can get 25 per cent off six or more bottles of Laithwaites wine when using the code ‘Wisden’ at checkout! - https://www.laithwaites.co.uk/winesElevate your club's game with total-play:
Oct 2, 2023 • 1:10:57
2023: The best English summer…ever?
In our final podcast of the English summer, the panel of Jo Harman, Phil Walker, Katya Witney and Yas Rana look back at England’s ODI series against Ireland, the culmination of the 2023 County Championship and react to the ECB’s response to the recommendations made in the ICEC report on inequality within the game.Mark Butcher joins the show as the panel pick their players of the summer.We will be back on Monday for our World Cup preview episode before we go daily for the 2023 World Cup.You can g
Sep 28, 2023 • 1:34:31
Jason Roy’s World Cup exclusion and the future of Test cricket, with Kemar Roach
In a bumper episode, Jo Harman, Ben Gardner, Katya Witney and Yas Rana react to the announcement of England’s World Cup squad which saw the exclusion of 2019 World Cup hero Jason Roy. There’s discussion on the end of the English international summer, Mohammed Siraj’s heroics in the Asia Cup final and Leicestershire’s epic One-Day Cup final victory over Hampshire.Kemar Roach joins the show to talk about what makes Surrey so consistent as well as sharing his thoughts on the current state of both W
Sep 20, 2023 • 1:31:18
Record-breaker Ben Stokes takes England’s World Cup preparation up a notch
England are beginning to hit their stride ahead of the 2023 World Cup with Ben Stokes, Dawid Malan and Liam Livingstone all enjoying excellent weeks against New Zealand.Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to the latest England-New Zealand action, Sri Lanka women's historic win over England, the Asia Cup, the County Championship and reminisce over the 2019 World Cup.Get 25 per cent off six bottles of Laithwaites wine with the code Wisden at checkout: https://www.l
Sep 14, 2023 • 1:23:13
Gus Atkinson and Harry Brook impress in T20Is against New Zealand, 2023 Asia Cup starts & County Championship run-in
Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana discuss England men's ongoing T20I series against New Zealand, which has seen stellar performances from both Gus Atkinson and Harry Brook, as well as some encouraging displays at the top of the order from Will Jacks. Later in the show there's chat about England women's series against Sri Lanka, the County Championship run-in and the start of the Asia Cup. Our first ever live show is taking place this Thursday! Limited tickets are still available which can b
Sep 5, 2023 • 1:07:51
Reflecting on three years of The Hundred 2023 & previewing ENGvNZ, with Danni Wyatt & Gus Atkinson
The Hundred 2023 is over, with Southern Brave and Oval Invincibles crowned champions of the women’s and men’s competitions respectively. Phil Walker, Jo Harman and Ben Gardner reflect on the tournament as a whole, discussing the quality of cricket on show, the impact it’s had on the women’s game and where it sits in the English cricket landscape after three editions. Danni Wyatt lifts the lid on how Southern Brave made it third time lucky after defeat in 2021 and 2022, while speed sensation Gus
Aug 30, 2023 • 1:31:10
Harry Brook to miss the World Cup? Reacting to England's provisional 15-player World Cup squad
England’s provisional 50-over World Cup squad has been announced and while Ben Stokes’ return has been confirmed, there’s no room for Harry Brook.Katya Witney, Phil Walker, Jo Harman and Yas Rana react to the news that Brook has missed out on the 15-player ODI squad to take on New Zealand, as well as breaking down all the other selection decisions ahead of the World Cup later this year.Since recording on Tuesday morning, Brook smashed a stunning 105* (42) in The Hundred last night.There’s also c
Aug 23, 2023 • 1:24:26
Ben Stokes set to unretire from ODIs & we predict England's World Cup squad
Katya Witney, Phil Walker and Ben Gardner react to the news that Ben Stokes is set to return to ODIs for the World Cup in India later this year.With England's provisional squad expected to be announced some time later this week, the panel also have a go at predicting who will be included.Later in the episode there's chat about the One Day Cup, World Cup scheduling, Steven Finn's retirement and more, while Mark Butcher joins Ben from 35:32 to discuss The Hundred.Our good friends at Beer52 and Sir
Aug 15, 2023 • 1:20:18
Our final Ashes reflections and our moments of the summer so far
A panel of Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Katya Witney and Yas Rana pick out their moments of the 2023 Ashes summer and share their final reflections on a pair of series that will live long in the memory.There’s also discussion on The Hundred, the start of the One-Day Cup and more. Ollie Robinson joins the show from 53:00 to tell us what it was like to share a dressing room with Stuart Broad.In association with Chapel Down.Chapel Down are the Official Sparkling Wine of the England & Wales Cricket Boar
Aug 8, 2023 • 1:32:17
The 2023 Ashes finish 2-2! A perfect farewell to Broad & Moeen after Woakes steals the show
The 2023 men’s Ashes is over after yet another breathless Test that finished by Stuart Broad signing his career off by taking the final two wickets to level the series for England at The Kia Oval.The panel of Jo Harman, Melinda Farrell, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to another classic Ashes finish after Mark Butcher shares his thoughts on the Test.Fancy a chance of playing at The Kia Oval? Kumar Sangakkara is leading a training session there for 11-16 year olds on September 23rd: https://www.ki
Aug 1, 2023 • 1:28:31
Broad & Moeen sign off in style after Woakes rips through Australia | Ashes Daily, Kia Oval Day 5
We've been treated to another absolute classic! Katya Witney and Yas Rana review all the action from a dramatic final day of this summer's men's Ashes at the Kia Oval.Chris Woakes and Moeen Ali starred as England won a thriller by 49 runs, while Stuart Broad took the final two wickets to secure a fairytale finish to his stellar Test career.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://t
Jul 31, 2023 • 12:43
England's worst day of the series? Khawaja & Warner score crucial fifties as Australia dare to dream | Ashes Daily, Kia Oval Day 4
Phil Walker and Yas Rana reflect on a rain-affected fourth day at the Kia Oval.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketThe latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly is available now at https://wisden.com/shop/wisden-cricket-monthly-issue-69The digital version of the magazine is also available for just £2 a month at https:/
Jul 30, 2023 • 17:26
Stuart Broad announces his retirement from cricket & England dominate | Ashes Daily, Kia Oval Day 3
Phil Walker and Katya Witney react to the third day at the Kia Oval, with England dominating proceedings and Stuart Broad announcing his shock retirement from cricket at the end of the Test.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketThe latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly is available now at https://wisden.com/shop/wisd
Jul 29, 2023 • 18:53
Out or not out? Steve Smith survives contentious run out as England fight back | Ashes Daily, Kia Oval Day 2
Melinda Farrell and Katya Witney review all the main talking points from day two at the Kia Oval.Australia took a 12-run lead after being bowled out for 295, while Steve Smith survived a contentious run out chance.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketThe latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly is available now at http
Jul 28, 2023 • 15:28
Advantage Australia after Moeen Ali injured & England bowled out for 283 | Ashes Daily, Kia Oval Day 1
Australia took control on day one of the final men's Ashes Test at the Kia Oval, bowling England out for 283 before reaching 61-1 at stumps.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketThe latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly is available now at https://wisden.com/shop/wisden-cricket-monthly-issue-69The digital version of
Jul 27, 2023 • 11:58
How long do Anderson and Broad have left & is Cummins under pressure?
The fifth and final Test of the 2023 men’s Ashes begins tomorrow at The Kia Oval. Australia have the opportunity to win their first Ashes series on English soil in a generation, while England will be desperate to prevent that from happening.The panel of Jo Harman, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana preview the final Test and wonder what the end of this summer means for the Test futures of James Anderson and Stuart Broad.There’s also chat on criticism of Pat Cummins' captaincy, the latest week of County Ch
Jul 26, 2023 • 1:10:53
Australia retain the Ashes – how are we supposed to feel?
Australia retain the Ashes after a final day washout in Manchester prevented England from getting over the line for what would have been a series-levelling win. The panel of Phil Walker, Ben Gardner, Will Macpherson and Yas Rana try to make sense of the game and how the series with the ultimate goal of regaining the urn now unattainable for Ben Stokes’ team. Mark Butcher joins the show from 36:30 to share his thoughts on the Test, England’s series overall and why the final Test is still an event
Jul 24, 2023 • 1:21:53
England frustrated by rain as Labuschagne hits away Ashes century | Ashes Daily, Old Trafford Day 4
Katya Witney and Yas Rana discuss a rain-affected fourth day at Old Trafford.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketThe latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly is available now at https://wisden.com/shop/wisden-cricket-monthly-issue-69The digital version of the magazine is also available for just £2 a month at https://p
Jul 22, 2023 • 13:42
Australia left praying for rain after Jonny Bairstow thumps brutal 99* | Ashes Daily, Old Trafford Day 3
Yas Rana and Melinda Farrell review all the action from an exciting third day at Old Trafford.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketThe latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly is available now at https://wisden.com/shop/wisden-cricket-monthly-issue-69The digital version of the magazine is also available for just £2 a m
Jul 21, 2023 • 13:40
Zak Crawley blitzes incredible 189 as England take control | Ashes Daily, Old Trafford Day 2
Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to an excellent day for England at Old Trafford.Chris Woakes finished with 5-62 as England wrapped up the final two Australian wickets quickly, before Zak Crawley smashed a brilliant 189 from 182 balls to put the hosts in the ascendancy.Moeen Ali and Joe Root also notched important half-centuries to give England a 67-run lead heading into day three.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://ww
Jul 20, 2023 • 15:53
Chris Woakes impresses again & Stuart Broad takes Test wicket No.600 on tight opening day | Ashes Daily, Old Trafford D1
Yas Rana and Ben Gardner discuss all the main talking points from the opening day at Old Trafford, which saw Australia finish on 299-8.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketThe latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly is available now at https://wisden.com/shop/wisden-cricket-monthly-issue-69The digital version of the m
Jul 19, 2023 • 13:24
England level the Women's Ashes with dominant win at Taunton
England secured an 8-8 draw with Australia in the multi-format Women's Ashes series, consigning the Aussies to their first ODI series defeat in 10 years in the process.Ben Gardner and Katya Witney look back on the series as a whole, reflect on where both teams are, and try and figure out how the scoring system could be changed in the future.
Jul 19, 2023 • 16:27
Old Trafford Test preview, Australia retain women's Ashes & Yashasvi Jaiswal scores debut Test century, with Ollie Robinson | Wisden Cricket Weekly Podcast
Mark Butcher, Phil Walker, Katya Witney and Ben Gardner preview the fourth men’s Ashes Test at Old Trafford. England announced just one change to their XI for the must-win clash earlier today, with James Anderson replacing Ollie Robinson.A Wisden.com columnist throughout the Ashes, Robinson also joins the show from the 19:00 mark to review England’s thrilling victory at Headingley and reflect on the series as a whole so far.Elsewhere in the show the panel discuss the women’s Ashes - which saw Au
Jul 17, 2023 • 1:26:42
Australia retain the women's Ashes in an all-time classic
Australia retained the women's Ashes in a classic ODI at the Ageas Bowl. Nat Sciver-Brunt made a masterful century, but couldn't quite take England home in a three-run defeat.Raf Nicholson joins the show to discuss today's game and try and figure out how far Australia exactly are ahead of England.
Jul 16, 2023 • 16:40
Heather Knight and Kate Cross take England over the line to keep the Ashes alive
Katya Witney and Yas Rana react to a stunning England win at Bristol with Heather Knight and Kate Cross taking England over the line to keep the Ashes alive with two ODIs to play.
Jul 12, 2023 • 11:32
The Ashes are still alive! England win at Headingley – is this as good as 2005? | Wisden Cricket Weekly Podcast
England win by three wickets at Headingley to keep the 2023 Ashes alive. Mark Butcher, Ben Gardner, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to another box office Test, but one that finishes with England on top. After back-to-back wins, England have just about kept the women’s Ashes alive as well. Can they do the unthinkable and complete the most unlikely of turnarounds? Win a pair of tickets to watch day four of the fifth Ashes Test in the Kia Box at The Kia Oval: https://www.kia.com/uk/about
Jul 10, 2023 • 1:22:43
England win Ashes thriller by three wickets to keep series alive 2-1 | Ashes Daily, Headingley Day 4
Ben Gardner and Jim Wallace discuss a dramatic fourth day at Headingley, which saw England seal a three-wicket win to keep the 2023 men's Ashes series alive heading to Old Trafford. You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok: https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCric https://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/ https://twitter.com/WisdenCricket https://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricket The latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly is available now at https://wisden.com/shop/wisde
Jul 9, 2023 • 17:21
Woakes & Head set up fascinating final day in yet another Ashes classic | Ashes Daily, Headingley Day 3
Ben Gardner and Jim Wallace review all the action from a rain affected third day at Headingley.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketThe latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly is available now at https://wisden.com/shop/wisden-cricket-monthly-issue-68The digital version of the magazine is also available for just £2 a
Jul 8, 2023 • 17:13
Fearless Stokes keeps England's hopes alive despite Cummins six-for | Ashes Daily, Headingley Day 2
Ben Gardner is joined by Melinda Farrell to chat through all the main talking points from an enthralling second day of the Headingley Test.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketThe latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly is available now at https://wisden.com/shop/wisden-cricket-monthly-issue-68The digital version of t
Jul 7, 2023 • 20:03
Rapid Mark Wood takes 5-34 on Test return and Mitchell Marsh smashes stunning century | Ashes Daily, Headingley Day 1
Ben Gardner and Yas Rana review all the action from the opening day of the third Ashes Test at Headingley, which saw Mitchell Marsh smash a brilliant century and Mark Wood take a stunning five-wicket haul on his Test return.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketThe latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly is available n
Jul 6, 2023 • 14:34
Ollie Robinson joins the show, Brook at three and England’s white-ball dominance
Mark Butcher, Matt Roller, Phil Walker, Jo Harman and Yas Rana discuss the England XI for Headingley, one that sees Harry Brook promoted to No. 3 and Chris Woakes and Mark Wood return to the XI.Wisden.com columnist Ollie Robinson joins the show from 34:30 to give us a perspective on the second Ashes Test from the England dressing room.Somerset’s Ben Green is another guest from the 1:07:31 mark. Green is the joint leading wicket-taker in the T20 Blast in 2023, playing a key role in Somerset’s out
Jul 5, 2023 • 1:30:13
Australia go 2-0 up despite Stokes heroics and tempers flare at Lord's after Bairstow stumping
Mark Butcher, Melinda Farrell, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to another memorable Ashes Test, this time at Lord’s as Australia went 2-0 despite an astonishing innings on the final day by England captain Ben Stokes.The panel relive a brilliant Test which saw a controversial final day stumping of Jonny Bairstow that left England unimpressed.Find out more about Kia’s EV6: https://www.kia.com/uk/electric-hybrid-cars/electric-cars/Win a pair of tickets to watch day four of the fifth Ashes Test in th
Jul 3, 2023 • 1:13:54
Heroic Stokes nearly pulls off a miracle, Bairstow's controversial stumping & Australia take 2-0 lead | Ashes Daily, Lord's Day 5
Well, what a day that was - again!Yas Rana and Katya Witney analyse another exhilarating day of action, which saw England fall just short in their chase of 371 on a controversial and emotionally charged final day at Lord's.Ben Duckett's impressive Test continued, scoring 83 to add to his first innings 98, but after he was excellently caught behind by Alex Carey and Jonny Bairstow was contentiously stumped - an incident that we'll be hearing about for a long, long time - it was the Ben Stokes sho
Jul 2, 2023 • 12:31
Australia on course to double series lead after scintillating new ball burst | Ashes Daily, Lord's Day 4
Yas Rana is joined by Phil Walker to discuss day four at Lord's, which saw England's top order blown away in a stunning new ball spell after a strong fightback earlier in the day.Broad took 4-65 as Australia were bowled out for 279, with Khawaja top scoring and Lyon hobbling out to bat despite injury. After setting England 371 for victory, Starc and Cummins put on a clinic with the new ball, blowing away Crawley, Pope, Root and Brook.There was a controversial moment late in the day, with Starc a
Jul 1, 2023 • 18:01
Bazball out of control? England throw away strong position after disastrous batting collapse | Ashes Daily, Lord's Day 3
Ben Gardner and Melinda Farrell review all the action from day three at Lord's, which saw England collapse dramatically in the morning session, losing six wickets for 47 runs. Australia reached 130-2 in reply - leading by 221 runs - before rain brought an early end to proceedings. You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok: https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCric https://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/ https://twitter.com/WisdenCricket https://www.tiktok.com/@wisdenc
Jun 30, 2023 • 20:46
Nathan Lyon limps off injured as England let slip commanding position at Lord's | Ashes Daily
Yas Rana and Mark Butcher review a chaotic second's day at Lord's, which saw Steve Smith reach his 32nd Test century before Australia were blown away before lunch.In reply, all of England's top three got starts to put the hosts in an excellent position, but a chaotic hour saw Pope, Duckett and Root fall to the short ball in quick succession.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://
Jun 29, 2023 • 11:19
England's worst day yet under Stokes & McCullum? Australia take charge despite Root's late double strike | Ashes Daily, Lord's 1
Ben Gardner and Yas Rana discuss all the action from the opening day of the second Test at Lord's which saw Australia finish proceedings on 339-5, with Steve Smith unbeaten on 85*.Josh Tongue looked the pick of the pace bowlers and picked up two wickets on his Ashes debut, while Joe Root struck twice late in the day to give England hope.Earlier in the day, the highlight of the morning session saw Jonny Bairstow pick up and carry a 'Just Stop Oil' protester from the field of play before the start
Jun 28, 2023 • 14:13
Josh Tongue in for Lord's, Australia win another Ashes thriller and West Indies in danger of missing out on the World Cup
Ben Gardner, Katya Witney and Yas Rana react to England’s defeat to Australia in the women’s Ashes Test at Trent Bridge, and look forward to the second men’s Ashes Test at Lord’s that sees Josh Tongue in an England XI for just the second time in his career.Mark Butcher shares his views on the Trent Bridge Test and the chat between the two men’s sides leading up to Lord’s from 19:21, and Santokie Nagulendran from the Caribbean Cricket Podcast speaks to Yas about the very real prospect of West Ind
Jun 27, 2023 • 1:22:36
Women's Test daily: Ash's Ashes, and what England's defeat means for the series
Katya Witney and Ben Gardner discuss the final day of the England-Australia Test at Trent Bridge, which saw the Aussies take a 4-0 lead in the Ashes, with Ash Gardner breaking records with the ball.
Jun 26, 2023 • 16:59
Women's Test daily: Ecclestone stars again but England wobble in chase of 268
Katya Witney is joined by Cam Ponsonby to discuss day four of the Edgbaston Test which saw Sophie Ecclestone take her second five-for of the Test and England wobble in the evening session to make Australia favourites going into the final day.
Jun 25, 2023 • 12:55
Women's Test daily: After Beaumont breaks records, how can Australia force a win?
Tammy Beaumont became England's first double centurion in women's cricket on day three, but Australia ended the day in the stronger position. Katya Witney and Cameron Ponsonby discuss all the action and whether Australia will - and should - try and force victory.
Jun 24, 2023 • 13:16
Women's Test daily: Tons galore, a five-for for Ecclestone, and the bees arrive
Katya Witney is joined by Melinda Farrell to discuss day two of the women's Ashes Test, which featured hundreds for Annabel Sutherland and Tammy Beaumont, a five-for for Sophie Ecclestone, and a hive of bees take root in the nets.
Jun 23, 2023 • 14:13
Women's Test daily: A Perry masterclass, Filer impresses and Ecclestone keeps England in touch
Katya Witney and Cam Ponsonby were at Trent Bridge for the first day of the women's Ashes where Ellyse Perry's 99 led the way for Australia. Lauren Filer impressed for the home side on debut while Sophie Ecclestone kept England in the hunt with three wickets.
Jun 22, 2023 • 11:25
Australia win an all-time Ashes classic at Edgbaston – did England Bazball too hard? | Wisden Cricket Weekly Podcast
Australia go 1-0 up in the 2023 Ashes after a classic at Edgbaston. Usman Khawaja, Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon were the heroes for Australia as they eventually prevailed in the dying moments of the final day over an England team that let slip multiple positions of dominance. The panel of Phil Walker, Ben Gardner, Yas Rana and The Telegraph’s Will Macpherson review one of the great Ashes Tests, look forward to the women’s Ashes, and react to two of the biggest county transfer stories in recent ye
Jun 21, 2023 • 1:36:39
Captain Cummins guides Australia to famous victory in thrilling Test | Ashes Daily, Edgbaston Day 5
Well, what a Test that was!Yas Rana and Melinda Farrell try to make sense of a remarkable fifth day at Edgbaston, which saw Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon share an unbeaten 55-run partnership for the ninth wicket as Australia secured a famous Ashes victory.For our full reaction to the first Ashes Test, tune into tomorrow's episode of the Wisden Cricket Weekly Podcast (Weds 21).You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.ins
Jun 20, 2023 • 12:12
Late Stuart Broad burst gives England hope as Edgbaston classic goes to a final day | Ashes Daily, Edgbaston Day 4
Yas Rana and Katya Witney discuss all the action from the fourth day at Edgbaston, which saw England bowled out for 273 before dismissing Warner, Labuschagne and Smith in the final session. Play will resume tomorrow with England needing seven wickets and Australia 174 runs. It's all set to be a thriller! You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok: https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCric https://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/ https://twitter.com/WisdenCricket https:/
Jun 19, 2023 • 13:46
Mark Butcher on Moeen Ali, England's declaration and Bairstow's glovework | Ashes Daily, Edgbaston Day 3
Mark Butcher joins Yas Rana to discuss all the drama from a rain-affected day three at Edgbaston, including Moeen Ali's finger injury and Jonny Bairstow's glovework.Butch also gives his opinion on England's first innings declaration on the opening day.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wisdencricketThe latest issue of Wisden Cr
Jun 18, 2023 • 14:58
Joe Root scores sublime century, Jonny Bairstow impresses on return & England declare | Ashes Daily, Edgbaston Day 1
Yas Rana and Jim Wallace convene to discuss an entertaining and action packed opening day of the 2023 men's Ashes series.Joe Root scored a masterful century - his 30th in Tests and first against Australia since 2015 - and England declared shortly before the end of the day on 393-8.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricket/https://twitter.com/WisdenCrickethttps://www.tiktok.com/@wis
Jun 18, 2023 • 15:22
Usman Khawaja scores classy ton as England rue missed chances | Ashes Daily, Edgbaston Day 2
Yas Rana and Melinda Farrell review all the action from a dramatic second day at Edgbaston. Stuart Broad dismissed David Warner once again - as well as snicking off Marnus Labuschagne for a first ball duck - while Usman Khawaja made a brilliant overseas century as England were made to rue a couple of crucial missed opportunities on the second day. You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok: https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCric https://www.instagram.com/wisden_cricke
Jun 18, 2023 • 18:07
Moeen Ali returns, Australia win the WTC final and should they be Ashes favourites?
Australia are World Test champions after comfortably beating India in the 2023 final at The Kia Oval. The panel of Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Yas Rana and Ben Gardner review the final and wonder what this means for the men’s Ashes that start this week at Edgbaston.There’s also discussion on where it went wrong for India in the final, the future of the showpiece event in general, England’s women’s Ashes Test squad, the T20 Blast, Sam Hain and much more.Once again, thanks to Friendship Adventure Bre
Jun 12, 2023 • 1:12:42
How do England replace Jack Leach, Tongue impresses on debut and a WTC final preview
After the news that Jack Leach has been ruled out of the Ashes, the panel of Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana try to work out how England could go about replacing one of the few ever-presents in the Ben Stokes era so close to the start of the series.Mark Butcher dials in to offer his two cents on the Leach replacement question, before the panelists review the recent England-Ireland Test at Lord’s and wonder what Ireland’s Test future might look like. Kumar Sangakkara also joins the show to
Jun 5, 2023 • 1:22:22
The Test summer begins, Josh Tongue’s England debut and the psychology of Stokes’ captaincy
With the first of eight Tests in two months getting under way this week at Lord's the panel of Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana preview England's one-off Test against Ireland. They talk about the surprise selection of Josh Tongue who in just over a year has gone from considering retirement to representing his country in an Ashes summer.There's discussion on Stokes' captaincy, why Australia so desperately need a landmark year in Test cricket, how Meg Lanning's withdrawal affects the women's
May 31, 2023 • 1:15:55
Australia’s Ashes build-up, the Neser hype train and 20 years of James Anderson the Test cricketer
Melinda Farrell joins podcast regulars Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana to assess Australia’s build-up to the men’s Ashes. Are Australia favourites? How prominent a role will David Warner play and why is there so much hype around Michael Neser?Mark Butcher shares his first memories of taking the field with James Anderson who this week celebrated the 20th anniversary of his Test debut. Mark also wonders about possible changes England could make to their bowling attack over the course of the su
May 24, 2023 • 1:46:50
Foakes dropped, Archer ruled out for the summer and cricket’s greed
Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to the England squad named for the Ireland Test. There were plenty of big news stories in the announcement; Ben Foakes wasn’t included in the 15-man squad with Jonny Bairstow set to keep wicket in his place, Jofra Archer was ruled out for the summer and Ollie Pope was named as England’s official vice-captain. There’s also discussion on a drama-filled round of the County Championship and the new ICC revenue sharing model that sees India take
May 16, 2023 • 1:05:24
England’s Ashes pace attack, Katherine Sciver-Brunt’s international retirement and is club cricket too expensive?
Following the news of Jofra Archer’s IPL withdrawal and the uncertainty around Olly Stone’s fitness, the panel of Phil Walker, Ben Gardner, Katya Witney and Yas Rana wonder what the make-up of England’s pace attack is likely to look like for this summer’s Ashes series.The panel also celebrate the careers of Katherine Sciver-Brunt and Shabnim Ismail, both of whom announced their retirements from the international game in the last week.There’s chat on the latest round of the County Championship, t
May 10, 2023 • 1:35:40
Ashes trash talk and should The Hundred be scrapped?
Phil Walker, Jo Harman, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana dive deep into the Ashes trash talk after Stuart Broad declared the 2021/22 series ‘void’ this week and Steve Smith arrived in England for his stint at Sussex with Ollie Robinson. There’s chat about how England’s stars are shaping up, the latest round of the County Championship and the possibility of The Hundred ceasing to exist as we know it. Away from the English game, the panel look back on a fiery week of IPL action, which saw tempers flare be
May 4, 2023 • 1:38:22
Ben Foakes joins the show, brave declarations and Rahane's recall
After being named one of the Wisden Five Cricketers of the Year last week, Surrey and England wicketkeeper Ben Foakes joins the podcast to reflect on a whirlwind last 12 months and his hopes for the upcoming summer.Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana review the latest round of County Championship action, which saw Ben Duckett, Keaton Jennings and Zak Crawley all score big runs in the battle for England’s opening spot.There’s also chat about Nottinghamshire’s declaration against Middlesex, and
Apr 25, 2023 • 1:15:40
The 2023 Wisden award winners and how does Bairstow fit back into the England side?
On this special episode of the Wisden Cricket Weekly Podcast, Phil Walker, Mark Butcher, Lawrence Booth and Yas Rana discuss the future of Test cricket, England's batting selection dilemmas and an Ollie Pope masterclass at The Oval.There's also chat about Australia's squad for the Ashes and the latest round of County Championship action, while Lawrence joins the show to talk about the release of this year's prestigious Wisden Almanack, including the award winners for 2023.Abhishek Mukherjee dial
Apr 20, 2023 • 1:14:41
The future of English spin bowling, England's Ashes XI and a crazy week in the IPL
Ben Gardner, Cameron Ponsonby and Yas Rana reflect on the opening round of the 2023 County Championship, which saw Leicestershire spring a surprise win over Yorkshire at Headingley.Mark Butcher speaks to Yas about why spinners find it so difficult at the start of the season, while Peter Handscomb joins the show to discuss Leicestershire’s remarkable result, as well as what it’s like to bat with and keep wicket to Rehan Ahmed.The panel also discuss an interesting interview between Ben Stokes and
Apr 12, 2023 • 1:10:20
The CDC racism verdicts and a bumper County Championship preview
Taha Hashim, Mark Butcher and Ben Gardner discuss the CDC's verdicts into allegations of racism brought against seven individuals, including Michael Vaughan, and Yorkshire CCC, and ponder where cricket goes from here. Yas Rana then hosts a bumper County Championship preview, with Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Ben Gardner, examining each county's hopes for the season ahead and picking out several players to watch, while Mark Butcher discusses the rule changes that could sway which way the competiti
Apr 4, 2023 • 1:52:34
Sam Billings and Joe Denly join the show while England players star in the WPL knockouts
Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana reflect on the inaugural Women’s Premier League, which saw England’s Nat Sciver-Brunt and Issy Wong both play starring roles as Mumbai Indians won the tournament.There’s chat about a crazy T20I between South Africa and West Indies - in which numerous all-time T20 records were smashed as both sides piled on the runs at Centurion - the Indore pitch rating and a new issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly.Kent’s Sam Billings and Joe Denly also join the show at the start
Mar 28, 2023 • 1:02:39
Cricket's big US move, why there are so many T20 leagues, SKY's golden series and Darren Bravo
Podcast regulars Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana are joined by ESPNcricinfo's Matt Roller to talk all things T20, including the future of cricket in the USA, The Hundred draft and English representation in the IPL. The panel also discuss a tough run of games for Suryakumar Yadav in the India-Australia ODIs, the Women's Premier League, Phil's chat with Ollie Robinson and much more. Mark Butcher joins the show to reflect on how the introduction of Major League Cricket in the USA could impa
Mar 23, 2023 • 1:28:02
Another thriller in NZ, England lose 3-0 in Bangladesh and an early look ahead to the Ashes
Jo Harman, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to yet another thrilling Test in New Zealand, which saw Kane Williamson hit a fourth innings century as the Kiwis beat Sri Lanka off the final ball at Christchurch.The panel discuss the conclusion of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and a famous series whitewash for Bangladesh, before having an early look ahead to the World Test Championship Final and the 2023 men’s Ashes.There’s also chat about South Africa’s Test series victory against West Indies, the WPL,
Mar 15, 2023 • 1:01:57
England close to finalising World Cup plans, Australia win in India and the WPL kicks off in style
Phil Walker, Ben Gardner, Katya Witney and Yas Rana react to England's 2-1 series victory in Bangladesh and discuss what it means for their bid to retain the World Cup trophy in India later this year. There's also a review of Australia's win over India in Indore, a look at the start to the Women's Premier League, Ben tries to make sense of Shaheen Afridi's surprisingly successful promotion to No. 6 in the PSL and the latest on the Yorkshire racism scandal.Get Spond for your club: http://app.spon
Mar 8, 2023 • 1:11:02
The best Test comeback ever? New Zealand beat England by one run after following on!
Well, that was wild.Phil Walker, Ben Gardner, Katya Witney and Yas Rana review one of the most remarkable Test matches of all time, as New Zealand beat England by one run at Wellington.Mammoth knocks from Harry Brook and Joe Root put England in a commanding position, and an excellent first innings showing from England’s bowlers led to Ben Stokes enforcing the follow on.From that point onwards, New Zealand produced a near faultless display.Kane Williamson and Tom Blundell starred with the bat, be
Feb 28, 2023 • 1:18:39
Exclusive: Rob Key relives a whirlwind first year in the job with Mark Butcher
Rob Key, England’s managing director of men’s cricket, sits down with his former teammate and Sky colleague Mark Butcher to reflect on a mind-boggling start to his tenure and discuss what comes next, for English cricket and the wider game. Afterwards, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana reflect on the interview, assess England's T20 World Cup chances and discuss the latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly.The latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly is available now at https://wisden.com/shop/wisde
Feb 22, 2023 • 1:22:20
A vintage BazBall win, Australia's Delhi implosion and England reach a World Cup semi-final
Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana review England’s first Test triumph in New Zealand for 15 years, with Ben Stokes’ side recording a comfortable 267-run victory at Mount Maunganui.They discuss impressive knocks from Ben Duckett and Harry Brook, the importance of Ollie Robinson and a record-breaking performance from Stuart Broad and James Anderson.The panel also reflect on India’s six-wicket victory against Australia at Delhi, which saw the tourists collapse dramatically on the third morning,
Feb 20, 2023 • 1:22:03
India hammer Australia at Nagpur, Eoin Morgan retires and a game-changing week for women's cricket
Jo Harman, Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana review the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, which saw India beat Australia inside three days at Nagpur by an innings and 132 runs. The panel also look ahead to England’s Test series against New Zealand - with the first Test looking likely to be heavily impacted by storms - Eoin Morgan’s retirement, the WPL auction, Women’s T20 World Cup and much, much more.Mark Boyns from Opening Up Cricket joins the show to talk about their new ca
Feb 13, 2023 • 1:12:54
Will Australia be the first side to win in India in over 10 years?
Katya Witney, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana preview the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy series, which sees the first Test get underway at Nagpur on Thursday. The panel also discuss the Women’s T20 World Cup, New Zealand’s squad for their Test series against England, red-ball vs white-ball, a double century for Tagenarine Chanderpaul - son of Shivnarine - and much, much more.You can follow Wisden Cricket on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok:https://www.facebook.com/WisdenCrichttps://w
Feb 7, 2023 • 1:11:58
Jofra Archer takes 6-40 in his second game back – what makes him such a special bowler?
Mark Butcher, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana review England's 2-1 ODI series defeat to South Africa, which saw Jofra Archer make his long-awaited return to international cricket and take 6-40 in the final game of the series. There were centuries for Jason Roy, Dawid Malan and Jos Buttler - as well as an impressive knock from Harry Brook in his debut series - but England ultimately slipped to a series defeat with Anrich Nortje, Temba Bavuma and David Miller starring in particular for South Africa. Th
Feb 2, 2023 • 1:03:01
Jofra Archer's England return, what 2023 could hold for Will Jacks and Shubman Gill, and a report into the future of West Indies cricket
Mark Butcher, Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana preview England's upcoming ODI series against South Africa, which is set to see Jofra Archer make his long-awaited return to international cricket. Ben, Phil and Yas then discuss the latest action from franchise leagues around the world, Shubman Gill's extraordinary ODI form, a report into the future of West Indies cricket and a massive week for the women's game after the five new women's IPL teams were sold for over $500 million. There's also
Jan 26, 2023 • 1:28:58
WCM’s Test team of 2022, more Mankad chat and another brand new T20 league
Jo Harman, Phil Walker, Katya Witney and Yas Rana talk through Wisden Cricket Monthly’s men’s Test team of 2022 and WCM’s cross-format women’s XI of the year.There’s also discussion on the first ever women’s U19 World Cup, the future of the commercial side of the women’s game and much more.Mark Butcher joins the show to give his view on Mankads, including how they’re likely to go down in the recreational game this summer, and tells us what his initial thoughts are on the ILT20.You can follow Wis
Jan 17, 2023 • 1:07:17
Inside England's Test revolution with Ben Duckett, Jofra Archer's return and the SA20
Ben Gardner, Jo Harman & Yas Rana discuss the start of South Africa's brand new T20 competition - the SA20 - which saw Jofra Archer take three wickets on his return to competitive cricket in the tournament's opening fixture.The panel look ahead to both the Women's T20 World Cup and Australia's Test tour of India, before discussing Cricket Australia's decision to cancel the ODI series against Afghanistan, some more Shakib Al Hasan drama in the Bangladesh Premier League and much more.Ben Duckett a
Jan 12, 2023 • 1:19:47
Our hopes for 2023 and how cricket's laws are actually made
Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to the biggest stories of the last week, from Rishabh Pant's fortunate escape after a horrific car crash in India, to doubts over Babar Azam's captaincy and the latest batch of England Lions squads.The panel also discuss the commentary around a controversial week in the Big Bash that saw Adam Zampa and Michael Neser produce moments in the field that weren't to everyone's liking. Ben chats to Fraser Stewart, the head of cricket at the MCC, about the pro
Jan 5, 2023 • 1:22:40
End of year special – the best ever year for the England men's side?
Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana round up a remarkable year for the England men's side with the podcast's annual festive review. They react to a pair of England squad announcements that saw returns for Dan Lawrence, Stuart Broad, Matt Potts, Olly Stone and Jofra Archer.They also share their 'moments of the year' and our listeners get in touch with their favourite memories of 2022.Use the code WISDEN22 at www.charlestyrwhitt.com to get 20% off anything, including shirts, polos, c
Dec 28, 2022 • 1:09:28
Rehan Ahmed stars as England complete 3-0 series win – how will England fit Bairstow back into the side?
England made it three wins out of three in Pakistan to end a remarkable year in Test cricket. Harry Brook was in the runs again and Ben Foakes enjoyed an impressive Test on his return to the side while Rehan Ahmed set pulses racing with a record-breaking debut. The panel of Phil Walker, Jo Harman, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana review the Test and discuss how England will look to get Jonny Bairstow back into the XI when he returns from injury. There's also discussion on the Australia-South Africa Test
Dec 20, 2022 • 1:06:58
Celebrating 10 years of Root and 20 years of Anderson as England players
Phil Walker, Katya Witney, Jo Harman and Yas Rana celebrate a decade of Joe Root as an international cricketer and 20 years of James Anderson in an England shirt by sharing some of their favourite moments of the two England greats. The panel also look ahead to the 3rd Pakistan-England Test at Karachi, before reflecting on the latest DCMS hearings on racism in cricket, England women's ongoing tour of West Indies, Kane Williamson stepping down as New Zealand Test captain and much, much more.Use th
Dec 16, 2022 • 1:15:13
England beat Pakistan in Multan thriller to seal historic series victory
Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to another famous win for England after they beat Pakistan by 26 runs in a thriller at Multan to take an unassailable 2-0 series lead.The panel discuss Harry Brook's wonderful third-innings hundred, England's outstanding pace bowlers and Abrar Ahmed, the impressive young Pakistan leg-spinner who claimed 11 wickets on his Test debut.There's more about Ben Stokes' leadership, key umpiring decisions and a controversial catch late on the fourth day.Mark Bu
Dec 12, 2022 • 1:07:09
What went wrong for Pakistan, how Labuschagne compares to the greats and picking an all-time BazBall XI
Ben Gardner, Katya Witney and Yas Rana reflect on what went wrong for Pakistan in their defeat to England at Rawalpindi, build an all-time dream BazBall XI and discuss the ongoing West Indies-England women series, which has come under fire for its poor coverage. The panel also discuss a Marnus Labuschagne masterclass, Kraigg Brathwaite's performances, David Warner's leadership ban and two famous ODI wins for Bangladesh against India. Use the code WISDEN22 at www.charlestyrwhitt.com to get 20% of
Dec 8, 2022 • 47:26
A classic England win as Ben Stokes throws convention out the window
Mark Butcher, Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to a famous Test win for England against Pakistan at Rawalpindi - one that must surely rank as one of their greatest overseas victories in Test history. They discuss a brilliant captaincy performance from Ben Stokes, England's relentless approach with the bat, a mammoth effort from Ollie Robinson and James Anderson, criticism of the flat pitch and much, much more. Use the code WISDEN22 at www.charlestyrwhitt.com to get 20% off anything,
Dec 5, 2022 • 1:13:06
England's chance to make history in Pakistan and Rehan Ahmed's extraordinary rise
Mark Butcher, Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana preview England’s Test series against Pakistan, taking an in depth look at the inclusion of 18-year-old Rehan Ahmed in the squad, as well as debating the balance of England’s XI for the first Test. The panel also discuss the appointment of Luke Wright as an England selector, potential private investment in The Hundred, why Australia’s Test series against West Indies could well be one to forget and much more.Use the code WISDEN22 at www.charlest
Nov 28, 2022 • 1:02:11
Working out the point of the Australia-England series and previewing the Pakistan-England Tests
Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana review the Australia-England ODI series that saw the hosts hammer an England side fresh from their T20 World Cup triumph. Also, the trio talk about Jason Roy's future as an ODI player, who will accompany Root and Buttler in the England middle order at next year's World Cup, and Steve Smith's return to form with a remodelled technique. There's also discussion on the Pakistan Test squad for their upcoming series against England and the appointment of Jon Lewis
Nov 22, 2022 • 1:09:04
More on England's World Cup win, how Jos Buttler compares to the greats and Will Smeed's bold decision
Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to England's T20 World Cup victory, discussing the role played by Matthew Mott and debating where Jos Buttler sits in the conversation for the best men's limited overs batter of all time.There's chat on how not letting players compete in overseas leagues is impacting India, the upcoming Australia vs England ODI series, the red-ball vs white-ball battle and much more.Mark Butcher also joins the show to react to the news that 21-year-old Somerset batter
Nov 15, 2022 • 1:16:30
England are world champions – are they the greatest white-ball side ever?
England are world champions after beating Pakistan in a nervy final at the MCG to become the first men's side to simultaneously hold both white-ball World Cups. Mark Butcher, Phil Walker and Yas Rana discuss all the action from the final. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 13, 2022 • 39:10
Brilliant England thump India to set up T20 World Cup final against Pakistan
Mark Butcher, Phil Walker and Yas Rana discuss England's thrashing of India in the second T20 World Cup semi-final at Adelaide. They talk about what went right for England, what went wrong for India and briefly preview Sunday's final against Pakistan at the MCG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 10, 2022 • 29:26
Supreme Pakistan qualify for T20 World Cup final
Pakistan qualified for their first T20 World Cup final in 13 years after overpowering New Zealand at the SCG. Jo Harman, Jim Wallace and Yas Rana react to a superb Pakistan performance, assess their chances of winning the competition and also look ahead to England's semi-final against India tomorrow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 9, 2022 • 21:18
Who will qualify for the T20 World Cup final?
Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana preview this week's T20 World Cup semi-finals. They discuss how England are shaping up for their semi-final against India and work out how England may go about replacing injury doubt Dawid Malan. There's also chat on what wrong for Australia and South Africa and an interview with Netherlands bowler Fred Klaassen after the Dutch recorded the best Associate performance at a men's World Cup in 19 years.Head to VX3: https://tinyurl.com/2p97w65m Learn
Nov 8, 2022 • 1:08:38
Netherlands shock South Africa, Pakistan come back from the dead to make the semis, and SKY astonishes
0:23 Netherlands vs South Africa10:02 Pakistan vs Bangladesh21:41 India vs Zimbabwe24:53 Semi-finalsWow. What a day of cricket that was.Cameron Ponsonby, Daniel Senior and Ben Gardner discuss a remarkable final day of Super 12s action, which saw South Africa crash out after suffering a shock defeat to Netherlands and Pakistan qualify for the semi-finals with victory over Bangladesh.There's also plenty of admiration for Suryakumar Yadav, who once again showed why he's one of the best white-ball b
Nov 6, 2022 • 28:58
England qualify for the semi-finals after nervy win over Sri Lanka
England have qualified for the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup after a narrow victory over Sri Lanka at Sydney. Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to a game that saw England nearly throw away a commanding position only for Ben Stokes to see his side home with two balls to spare. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 5, 2022 • 18:59
Afghanistan give Australia a scare, the perils of net run rate, and New Zealand secure a semi-final spot
ESPNcricinfo's Matt Roller joins Phil Walker and Ben Wisden to discuss Australia's narrow win over Afghanistan, how net run rate played a part in the small margin, and their decision to leave out Mitchell Starc.They also look at New Zealand's progression to the T20 World Cup semi-finals, discuss Kane Williamson's return to form, and pay tribute to Josh Little, Ireland's latest hat-trick hero. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 4, 2022 • 32:19
Pakistan beat South Africa to keep T20 World Cup hopes alive
Katya Witney, Abhishek Mukherjee and Yas Rana reflect on Pakistan's 33-run (DLS) win against South Africa - a result that just about keeps their semi-final hopes alive heading into the final round of Super 12 fixtures.Pakistan lost early wickets again and slumped to 43-4, but Iftikhar Ahmed and Shadab Khan turned things around with excellent half-centuries to help them post 185-9.Despite losing two early wickets of their own, South Africa started positively in the chase and looked well set at 65
Nov 3, 2022 • 16:58
India just about beat Bangladesh in yet another thriller – is this the best World Cup ever?
Abhishek Mukherjee, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana discuss India's narrow win over Bangladesh in a rain-affected thriller in Adelaide that was not without its moments of controversy. There's also discussion on Netherlands' victory over Zimbabwe and whether this is the World Cup ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 2, 2022 • 18:22
England secure crucial win to boost semi-final prospects but problems still remain
England beat New Zealand by 20 runs at Brisbane to keep their tournament hopes alive at the T20 World Cup. Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to that England victory, one that showed both why they should be feared but also why they are far from a perfect outfit. Phil, Ben and Yas also talk about Sri Lanka's win over Afghanistan, England and Australia's NRR permutations and some of the other big stories from world cricket this week including Tagenarine Chanderpaul's maiden Test call-up f
Nov 1, 2022 • 1:05:35
Ireland push Australia hard at Brisbane...and do England a bit of a favour
Ben Gardner, Matt Roller and Yas Rana reflect on Australia's 42-run victory against Ireland in Brisbane, which saw the tournament hosts edge closer to qualifying for the semi-finals. Ireland bowled well for the most part but a few wayward overs allowed Australia to post 179-5, with Aaron Finch hitting a timely half-century.Ireland's top order were blown away at the start of their chase, losing five wickets inside the first four overs courtesy of Glenn Maxwell, Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc.Lorc
Oct 31, 2022 • 21:50
South Africa down India, Pakistan get on the board, and Bangladesh beat Zimbabwe - twice
The panel of Aadya Sharma, Daniel Senior and Ben Gardner convene to discuss a bumper day of T20 World Cup cricket which saw three games from Group 2. We were treated to yet more final over chaos in the day's first match as Bangladesh beat Zimbabwe by three runs in dramatic circumstances, while Pakistan eased past Netherlands by six wickets in the second. In the final game on Sunday, Lungi Ngidi and South Africa were excellent with the ball as they restricted India to 133 - thanks largely to Sury
Oct 30, 2022 • 21:04
Phillips, Boult and Southee excel as New Zealand extend Group 1 lead
At 15-3 New Zealand were in trouble early doors against Sri Lanka but a sensational hundred from Glenn Phillips, some shoddy Sri Lankan fielding and an outstanding new-ball burst by Messrs Boult and Southee ensured a comfortable win for the Black Caps at the SCG. Abhishek Mukherjee, Katya Witney and Yas Rana react to the game, discuss why New Zealand players are so often overlooked at the IPL and try to work out which two teams will progress from Group 1 to the semi-finals. Learn more about yo
Oct 29, 2022 • 17:33
What does the washout mean for England and Australia's T20 World Cup hopes?
Rain 2 - 0 Cricket.As the first week of the Super 12s comes to a close, Cam Ponsonby, Jo Harman and Ben Gardner react to Afghanistan vs Ireland and Australia vs England both being washed out at the MCG.They discuss what changes - if any - England might look to make for their final two must-win games, while Cam gives us an idea of the mood inside the England camp and speaks about a chat he had with Harry Brook.The panel also analyse what impact these two results will have on Group 1, which could
Oct 28, 2022 • 20:33
Zimbabwe beat Pakistan in yet another T20 World Cup thriller
Another day, another upset.The 2022 men's T20 World Cup is the gift that keeps on giving!Zimbabwe clinched a famous victory against Pakistan, defending 130 and winning a thriller in Perth by just one run. Sikandar Rana was once again at the heart of everything good about Zimbabwe, taking a brilliant 3-25 with the ball.Earlier in the day, Rilee Rossouw struck a blistering century and Anrich Nortje took 4-10 as South Africa laid down a marker by thumping Bangladesh by 104 runs at the SCG.In the se
Oct 27, 2022 • 21:44
Ireland beat England, Phil Simmons quits West Indies job & Rahane to Leicestershire?
In this week's show, the panel of Katya Witney, Phil Walker and Ben Gardner analyse England’s shock defeat to Ireland, which has left their T20 World Cup hopes hanging by a thread ahead of Friday’s game against Australia. They talk about Marcus Stoinis’ heroics against Sri Lanka, Phil Simmons’ decision to quit as coach of the West Indies after their early exit from the T20 World Cup and England’s squad for their upcoming ODI series against Australia. There’s also discussion about the new ECB Chi
Oct 27, 2022 • 43:39
Where do England go after almighty Ireland shock?
0:00 Intro 0:17 England vs Ireland 1:58 England's batting problems 7:29 Ireland's impressive bowlers 9:52 Must win game for England against Australia 12:18 The Shot 14:27 Outro In the fifth of our T20 World Cup daily podcasts, Mark Butcher and Ben Gardner react to England's shock defeat to Ireland in the T20 World Cup Super 12. Rain curtailed the end of the fixture with England still five runs behind on DLS, after their batters failed to get going against a superb Irish bowling attack. Ireland
Oct 26, 2022 • 17:36
Finch struggles, Stoinis stuns as Australia down Sri Lanka
In the fourth of our T20 World Cup daily podcasts, Aadya Sharma, Daniel Senior and Ben Gardner react to Australia's convincing victory against Sri Lanka.Aaron Finch struggled throughout Australia's chase of 158, but an entertaining cameo from Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis' brutal knock of 59* off 18 balls powered the tournament hosts to a 7-wicket win in Perth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 25, 2022 • 12:47
The morning after India-Pakistan, rain thwarts South Africa - again - and the road to the 2024 T20 World Cup
0:00 Intro 1:25 South Africa vs Zimbabwe 12:02 Bangladesh vs Netherlands 20:45 Virat Kohli's innings 24:10 India vs Pakistan controversies 31:41 Sarah Waris on Hardik Pandya 36:23 Outro In the third of our T20 World Cup daily podcasts, Katya Witney, Phil Walker and Ben Gardner react to the last two games from the first round of Super 12 fixtures. Bangladesh edged past Netherlands by nine runs thanks to Taskin Ahmed's 4-25, despite the best efforts of Colin Ackermann who hit 62 off 48 in the chas
Oct 24, 2022 • 41:35
Virat Kohli seals an India-Pakistan all-time classic
In the second of our T20 World Cup daily podcasts, Abhishek Mukherjee, Matt Roller and Ben Gardner react to Sri Lanka's win over Ireland and a truly remarkable clash between India and Pakistan in front of more than 90,000 at the MCG. India beat Pakistan by four wickets off the final ball of the innings in one of the most dramatic T20 finishes you will ever see, with Virat Kohli producing a knock for the ages to rescue his side from 31-4 and secure a memorable victory. In Hobart, Sri Lanka breeze
Oct 23, 2022 • 20:06
T20WC Daily: Curran and Wood star in England win, NZ hammer Australia
In the first of our T20 World Cup daily podcasts, Mark Butcher, Matt Roller and Yas Rana react to both games from the opening day of Super 12 action. England beat Afghanistan at Perth with Sam Curran starring with the ball, taking the best ever figures by an England player in a men's T20I. The game also saw Mark Wood bowl the fastest EVER T20 World Cup spell, Ben Stokes deployed as an opening bowler and England stagger over the finish line in an uncomfortable run chase. At Sydney, New Zealand h
Oct 22, 2022 • 26:23
Liam Livingstone's Test call-up, an amazing start to the T20 World Cup and is there really too much cricket?
In this week's show, the panel of Ben Gardner, Katya Witney, Jo Harman and Yas Rana talk through England's Test squad for their tour of Pakistan – what was the thinking behind Liam Livingstone's inclusion? Why no Matt Potts? Will they change the balance of the side?The panel all make a series of predictions for the T20 World Cup while also discussing a remarkable opening few days to round one.There's discussion on the High Performance Review; Katya chats to Leicestershire chief executive Sean Ja
Oct 19, 2022 • 1:28:25
The new batch of central contracts, the best T20 players in the world and Ollie Pope joins the show
Mark Butcher is joined in the studio by CricViz analyst Ben Jones and podcast regulars Yas Rana and Ben Gardner. They discuss the latest batch of ECB central contracts, the first Australia-England T20I and how England are likely to line up at the T20 World Cup.There is an extended section on CricViz’s recent list of the best 20 men’s T20 players in the world that is featured in the latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly and discussion around some of T20’s latest trends.Late on in the show there
Oct 12, 2022 • 1:11:30
Our moments of the summer, England win in Pakistan and Liam Norwell's epic nine-for
The panel of Jo Harman, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana look back at a memorable summer by sharing their moments of the season as well as looking at how England are shaping up for the T20 World Cup and reflecting on Liam Norwell's extraordinary performance on the final day of the domestic season to keep Warwickshire in Division One. They also talk about whether Joe Root was right to miss Yorkshire's final game of the season – an 18-run run loss to already relegated Gloucestershire, a defeat that saw Yo
Oct 4, 2022 • 1:08:15
The high performance review, how Stokes fits into England's T20 team...and Mankads
The panel of Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana try to make sense of Andrew Strauss' men's high performance review and its potential consequences. Mark Butcher joins the show from Pakistan to give his views on the review's recommendations as well as England's ongoing T20I series in the country, one that has seen a whole host of fringe players impress.There's also discussion on Surrey's County Championship win and England's 3-0 defeat to India, including Deepti Sharma's run out at the non-stri
Sep 26, 2022 • 1:27:22
Hales, Brook and Wood impress in Pakistan, 'bad' county pitches and career-saving knocks
Mark Butcher reacts to England's win in the first T20I in Pakistan, their first international in the country for 17 years.The panel of Jo Harman, Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana talk through an eventful week or so in the County Championship, one that saw 26 wickets fall in a single day at Chelmsford. They also chat about the latest T20 World Cup squad announcements, Lauren Winfield-Hill's domestic form, Australia's win over India, career-saving knocks and much more.You can buy the latest i
Sep 21, 2022 • 1:18:59
A Test that will go down in the history books, Hales returns and Silverwood's Sri Lanka revolution
Mark Butcher, Phil Walker, Ben Gardner, Yas Rana and Taha Hashim. They reflect on a historic Test match at The Oval, one that started the day after the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.There's also discussion on Alex Hales' England recall, England women's win over India at Durham, Sri Lanka's Asia Cup win, Virat Kohli's return to form, Sam Cook's form at Essex, the County Championship and much more.You can purchase the latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly at wisden.com/product-category/magazines
Sep 13, 2022 • 1:31:02
The Hundred special, England's T20 World Cup squad, and Darren Stevens and Lauren Winfield-Hill join the show
NOTE: This episode was recorded before the ECB confirmed Alex Hales as Jonny Bairstow's replacement in their T20 World Cup squad.Jo Harman, Phil Walker, and ESPNcricinfo's Matt Roller join the show to delve deep into the state of The Hundred as it completes its second season, attempting to figure out if it's good, if it's working, and what comes next. Lauren Winfield-Hill, one of the stars of Oval Invincibles' title defence, and Darren Stevens, Kent stalwart and One-Day Cup semi-final hero, join
Sep 7, 2022 • 2:05:04
Stokes, Foakes and Robinson shine in dominant England win, the Strauss Review and the Asia Cup
The panel of Mark Butcher, Taha Hashim, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to England's dominant series-levelling win at Old Trafford. There's also discussion on The Hundred, underrated county cricketers, the India-Pakistan Asia Cup clash and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 29, 2022 • 1:09:45
South Africa blow England away at Lord's, what the future holds for Crawley and Ben Stokes joins the show
The panel react to South Africa's resounding win over England at Lord's. Mark Butcher shares his assessment on Zak Crawley and compares the youngster's struggles to those he faced himself in the early parts of his Test career. Ben Stokes joins the show to talk about his upcoming documentary, Ben Stokes: Phoenix from the Ashes, that is set to be released by Amazon later this week. There's also some chat on The Hundred, the Royal London One-Day Cup, the Asia Cup and much more. Due to a technical
Aug 22, 2022 • 1:30:53
Can South Africa stop Bazball, Trent Boult steps away from the international stage and big runs for Dawid Malan
The panel preview the England-South Africa Test series, with Dean Elgar telling everyone he is definitely not worried about Bazball even after his side were smashed by England Lions. They look at South Africa's selection dilemmas, including whether county cricket titan Simon Harmer will play. The also discuss the Ollie Robinson v Stuart Broad conundrum, and what the series could mean for Ollie Pope and Zak Crawley.Away from the Test series, they discuss Trent Boult being released from his New Ze
Aug 15, 2022 • 1:24:44
The Commonwealth Games ends, The Hundred starts, and a lookback to England v South Africa, 2003
Mark Butcher, Jo Harman and Taha Hashim join Ben Gardner to discuss England's fourth-place Commonwealth Games finish, Lisa Keightley's legacy as she steps down as head coach, and the implications of Tahlia McGrath appearing in the final despite testing positive for Covid-19.They also discuss what to expect from incoming ECB chair Richard Thompson, the opening stages of The Hundred and the One-Day Cup, and Jason Roy's continuing poor form.The episode also includes a lengthy lookback at England's
Aug 9, 2022 • 1:34:15
Robinson returns, the start of The Hundred and enjoy World Cups while you can
Mark Butcher gives his thoughts on England's T20I series defeat to South Africa and assesses the Proteas' chances of challenging at this year's T20 World Cup. He also wonders what the immediate future of international cricket looks and where bilateral cricket fits alongside the growing power of T20 leagues. Elsewhere in the show, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to England's Test squad for the first two Test of the South Africa series, the start of the Commonwealth Games and much more.
Aug 3, 2022 • 1:20:24
Sam Curran impresses, England's new youth policy and Sam Northeast joins the show after making history
Mark Butcher gives his views on England's drawn ODI series against South Africa, including Sam Curran's potential with the bat in white-ball cricket.The panel of Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana talk up England's chances at the Commonwealth Games, review the most recent round of the County Championship, discuss the possibilities of England recalls for Ben Duckett and Haseeb Hameed, and run through some of the other headlines from the world game this week, including the recently released repor
Jul 26, 2022 • 1:21:11
Stokes' ODI retirement and is there actually too much international cricket?
Mark Butcher, Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to Ben Stokes' retirement from ODI cricket and discuss whether or not there is actually too much international cricket for the 'Big Three.'The panel also do their best to make sense of England's downturn in form in ODI cricket, talk about a chaotic Finals Day, the omission of Tammy Beaumont from England's Commonwealth Games squad, pick out a few players to watch from the county game and much, much more.Gullivers Sports Travel: https://gul
Jul 20, 2022 • 1:22:44
Special episode: Ukrainian cricket during war and their route to ICC membership
Author Alex Preston and CEO of the Ukrainian Cricket Federation Kobus Olivier join the show to tell us about the recent history of cricket in Ukraine, how the sport has been affected by war and how next week's decision from the ICC about whether to grant Ukraine ICC membership could change the sport in the country forever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 18, 2022 • 44:38
Topley's day out at Lord's, South Africa's World Cup conundrum and an all-time great ODI innings
Mark Butcher, Ben Gardner, Cameron Ponsonby and Yas Rana react to the first five games of the England-India white-ball series. They look back on a string of impressive performances from England seamers, a stunning knock from Suryakumar Yadav and wonder what the future of ODI cricket looks like. There's also discussion on a gripping round of County Championship action, a brief preview of Finals Day, a look at Emma Lamb's first international hundred, discussion on South Africa's series forfeit aga
Jul 15, 2022 • 1:21:46
Will England ever lose again?
Mark Butcher, Phil Walker, Jo Harman and Yas Rana react to England's latest victory under Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes, a thrilling seven-wicket win at Edgbaston. They discuss Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow's form, the logic behind McCullum's philosophy and where India went wrong in Birmingham. There's also discussion on England women's drawn Test at Taunton last week where a number of new faces in the England Test side impressed.The panel also assess the ECB's treatment of the T20 Blast ahead o
Jul 6, 2022 • 1:22:24
BazBall delivers England a 3-0 whitewash, Eoin Morgan steps down, and an India Test preview
Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Mark Butcher dissect England's latest ridiculous Test win, which featured 10 wickets for Jack Leach and an extraordinary counterpunch from Jonny Bairstow and Jamie Overton.NZ Herald sports reporter Andrew Alderson joins the show to give the Kiwi perspective on the result, discuss what's next for Kane Williamson and wonder where the Black Caps go from here.They also look at what changes England could make for the India Test at Edgbaston, how the tourists will cope if
Jun 27, 2022 • 1:14:57
Eoin Morgan's ODI future, Jamie Overton's upcoming Test debut and getting into cricket as an adult
Mark Butcher, Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to England's dominance in the opening two ODIs of their series in the Netherlands. They also look forward to Jamie Overton's Test debut at Leeds and discuss what to expect from the Surrey speedster. There's plenty of chat on the T20 Blast, England women's upcoming Test against South Africa, Chris Silverwood's initial success with Sri Lanka and more. Ben, Yas and Phil also respond to your questions, including one about getting into the gam
Jun 22, 2022 • 1:10:10
Jonny Bairstow thrills in a win for the ages
Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana do their best to make sense of England's extraordinary win at Trent Bridge, one that saw them bounce back from conceding 553 in the first innings and needing 160 from the final session to make it two wins from two in the new Brendon McCullum-Ben Stokes era. You can get 20 per cent off at Charles Tyrwhitt either in store or online with the code WISDENPOD. The latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly – which features Felix White's exclus
Jun 15, 2022 • 1:26:15
Matt Parkinson joins the show, tactical retirements, and cricket's marketing problem
Matt Parkinson joins the show to tell us all about his Test debut at Lord's, one that saw him go from readying himself for a day trip to the Lake District to padding up at Lord's over the course of a few hours (we apologise for the audio quality for that part of the episode). Another England spinner – Charlie Dean – joins us later in the show ahead of the Charlotte Edwards Cup finals day to talk about her meteoric rise over the past 18 months. Elsewhere, cricket writer Jim Wallace joins Ben Gar
Jun 10, 2022 • 1:21:02
England win at Lord's, why NZ play so few Tests and the future of Test cricket
England beat New Zealand at Lord's to give Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes a winning start to their leadership of the Test side after Joe Root's fourth innings hundred helped them chase down 277 at the Home of Cricket. The panel of Jo Harman, Yas Rana and The Telegraph's Tim Wigmore react to the Test and talk about some of the questions that are explored in Tim's new book – Crickonomics: The Anatomy of Modern Cricket – that he co-authored with Stefan Szymanski, such as, why do New Zealand play s
Jun 6, 2022 • 50:09
England-New Zealand preview, Ben Compton's run of form and the IPL final
Phil Walker, Taha Hashim and Yas Rana preview the first Test of the England-New Zealand series that gets under way later this week. Mark Butcher also joins the show to give his views on the upcoming series as well as the County Select XI's victory over New Zealand at Chelmsford.The panel also talk about Eoin Morgan's future as England white-ball captain, the opening rounds of the T20 Blast, the IPL play-offs and the Women's T20 Challenge in India.For the month of June we're offering our listener
May 30, 2022 • 1:23:58
The first block of the CC comes to an end and Matty Potts joins the show
Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana look back at the biggest talking points from the latest round of County Championship action and reflect on the opening block of the competition as a whole. They also preview the T20 Blast that gets under way this week. The panel talk about the IPL, Charlotte Edwards Cup and the ongoing Bangladesh-Sri Lanka Test series as well as their favourite stats on the game. This episode also includes Yas' interview with new England quick Matty Potts that wa
May 24, 2022 • 1:27:34
England announce their Test squad, two new head coaches and remembering Andrew Symonds
Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana discuss the announcement of England's 13-man squad for the first two Tests of the summer against New Zealand. James Anderson and Stuart Broad are back, Matty Potts and Harry Brook are two new faces in a group that is otherwise similar to those selected over the winter. The panel also react to the appointments of England's two new head coaches, Brendon McCullum and Matthew Mott as well as Tom Harrison's departure from the ECB.Mark and Jo share the
May 18, 2022 • 1:24:04
Sibley and Burns back in the runs and the things in cricket we secretly don't care about
The panel of Phil Walker, Jo Harman and Yas Rana round up all the latest County Championship action and have a stab at selecting the England XI for the opening Test of the summer.Phil tells us about his recent conversations with Mark Waugh and Marnus Labuschagne, Jo reflects on his interview with in-form Kent batter Daniel Bell-Drummond and Yas gets excited about young Durham quick Matty Potts.Mark Butcher joins over Zoom to add to the selection chat while George Heath joins from Dubai to update
May 11, 2022 • 1:32:44
Stokes is appointed, an analytical view on selection, and a brand new tournament to get excited about
Mark Butcher gives his view on the decisions made by Ben Stokes in his first week as England's full-time Test captain, while Ben Gardner and Yas Rana are joined by CricViz analyst Ben Jones to round up the latest County Championship and IPL action. CricViz Ben also provides an analytical view on the major selection debates around England's top seven heading into the first Test of the summer.Georgie Heath joins the show towards the end of this episode to talk about the FairBreak Invitational, a b
May 4, 2022 • 1:31:12
Stokes likely to succeed Root, the possible return of Broaderson and a CC round-up
It's been a busy first week in the job for England's new managing director of men's cricket Rob Key. Multiple outlets are reporting that Ben Stokes is set to be named England Test skipper and Key has already outlined that the head coach role will be split in two. The panel of Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to those developments and round-up all the latest action from the County Championship. Later in the show, there's an interview with Kent's in-form opener Ben Compton a
Apr 27, 2022 • 1:14:11
Root resigns, Key is appointed and the Wisden Five are revealed
The panel of Mark Butcher, Lawrence Booth, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to a massive week in English cricket, one that saw Joe Root call time on his reign as Test captain and Rob Key appointed to the role of managing director of men's cricket at the ECB. How should Root's captaincy be remembered? What should we expect from Key at the helm? At the 44:30 mark, Wisden Almanack editor Lawrence Booth reveals who this year's Five Wisden Cricketers of the Year are. You can order the Wisden Almanack a
Apr 20, 2022 • 1:15:12
The Championship returns, Shrubsole retires and our uncapped England team of the century
On this week's show, the studio panel of Phil Walker, Jo Harman, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana look back at a run-filled opening round of the County Championship and discuss Rob Key's status as the frontrunner for the vacant England men's director of cricket job. At the end of the show, they pick their 'Uncapped County Championship XI of the Century'.They also celebrate Anya Shrubsole's career after England's 2017 World Cup final hero announced her retirement from the international game at the age of
Apr 14, 2022 • 1:17:25
Australia win the Women's Cricket World Cup, England's managing director search and a County Championship preview ft. Rory Burns
The panel discuss Australia's dominance in women's cricket and how England and the rest of the world can possibly catch up, after Meg Lanning's side won their third consecutive world title. Mark Butcher brands the domestic schedule "horrendous", explains why producing quality pitches is so hard, and gives his take on the race to be the ECB's managing director of England men's cricket.There's a bumper County Championship preview, featuring an interview with Rory Burns, and title and promotion pre
Apr 5, 2022 • 1:27:16
Root's last Test as captain? Who are the plausible options to replace him?
After England's heavy defeat at Grenada extended their winless run, Mark Butcher, Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana ponder what comes next for England and specifically Joe Root's tenure as Test captain. They run through the possible candidates to replace Root should he leave the role. There's also discussion on what went right for West Indies and the women's World Cup after India's dramatic exit from the competition. Taha Hashim joins the show over Zoom to give his thoughts on the final Paki
Mar 28, 2022 • 1:32:27
Reaction to the Barbados Test, an impressive debut for Mahmood and the best 50 over World Cup ever?
This week's show comes directly from Barbados. Mark Butcher talks to Yas Rana to give his immediate thoughts on the game from the ground before a panel of Yas, Ben Gardner and freelance journalist Cameron Ponsonby go over the Test, discussing a particular encouraging debut from Saqib Mahmood, Kraigg Brathwaite and Jack Leach's pair of record-breaking displays of endurance, the future of Chris Woakes, a return to form for Ben Stokes and much more. Ben provides an update on the women's World Cup a
Mar 21, 2022 • 56:00
Centuries for Root, Crawley, and Bairstow, dead pitches and changes to the Laws
Ben Gardner and Yas Rana review the first Test of the West Indies-England series, one that saw Jonny Bairstow score his second Test hundred of 2022 and Zak Crawley register his second Test century of his career..Yas is joined by Taha Hashim later in the show who looks back at the five days in Rawalpindi that were worth celebrating even if the cricket didn't always thrill.Ben and Yas also talk about the women's World Cup, India-Sri Lanka and the latest updates to the Laws of the game. Learn more
Mar 14, 2022 • 1:03:47
Shane Warne: 1969-2022
The panel pay tribute to the life of Shane Warne, who died suddenly at the age of 52 late last week. Warne's former Australia and Hampshire teammate Simon Katich joins the show from the 15:36 mark to share his memories of one of the all-time greats, while Mark Butcher tells us what it was like to face and share a commentary box with Warne from 33:20.From 49:12, we read out some of the many touching tributes we've been sent over the last few days.RIP, Shane Warne Learn more about your ad choices.
Mar 7, 2022 • 1:01:19
A West Indies-England series preview, the health of cricket in the Caribbean and Carlos Brathwaite joins the show
Carlos Brathwaite joins the show to help preview the West Indies-England Test series that's about to get underway. Carlos also gives a fascinating insight on the health of the game in the Caribbean using insights from his own career that has taken him all over the world.Mark Butcher tells us how he's hoping England will change in the West Indies while pod regulars Phil Walker, Jo Harman and Yas Rana get involved with it all, as well as rounding up all the latest news from the international game,
Mar 4, 2022 • 1:37:06
Root to bat three, a World Cup preview, Rahane and Pujara dropped and Ben Duckett joins the show
The panel look back at all the major news from the last week in international cricket, including Joe Root's decision to bat at three for England, Rohit Sharma's appointment as India Test captain, the dual dropping of Ajinkya Rahane and Cheteshwar Pujara, New Zealand's emphatic win over South Africa, a thrilling ODI between Bangladesh and Afghanistan and much more. The panel, joined by women's cricket journalist and historian Raf Nicholson, preview the upcoming women's World Cup from th
Feb 24, 2022 • 1:42:47
Reaction to Broad's column, a chat with Alex Lees and answering your questions
As well as covering the headlines from the international game over the past week, Phil Walker, Jo Harman and Yas Rana react to Stuart Broad's column in the Daily Mail in which he voiced his frustration at his omission from the England squad for the upcoming tour of the Caribbean. The panel also discuss some of the new/returning faces in that squad and there's a recording of Yas' interview with England newbie Alex Lees from the 31:57 mark. Mark Butcher joins the show from the 47:43 mark to give h
Feb 17, 2022 • 1:29:59
England drop Broad and Anderson, go winless in another Ashes series and lose a World Cup final
The panel react to a hectic week in English cricket that saw two of their all-time greats dropped from the Test squad, three senior off-field figures in the men's game lose their jobs, the women's side go winless in the Ashes and their U19 side lose a World Cup final. There's also discussion on Justin Langer's resignation from the Australia men's coach job, India's ODI series against West Indies, Jason Roy's PSL form and much more. Freelance cricket writer Tanya Aldred joins the show from the 1
Feb 9, 2022 • 1:25:29
A classic Ashes Test, West Indies beat England and Harmer's return to international cricket
Podcast regulars Taha Hashim, Phil Walker and Yas Rana reflect on a classic Ashes Test at Canberra that had it all, the backlash to cricket's most recent DCMS hearing and a host of encouraging performances from English cricketers in franchise leagues around the world. Elsewhere, Mark Butcher gives his thoughts on England's series defeat in the Caribbean, Alec Stewart's rumoured link to the England head coach role and off stump guards. Sportsbreaks.com are offering personalised ticket, travel and
Feb 2, 2022 • 1:17:37
Picking our Test squads for the West Indies tour, McGrath's blitz and England's death bowling
An action-packed episode this week. Mark Butcher shares his views on the first two T20Is between England and West Indies in the Caribbean, before the panel of Jo Harman, Ben Gardner, Phil Walker and Yas Rana discuss the T20I-leg of the women's Ashes and pick an 18-man squad for England's upcoming Test tour to West Indies. There is also an interview with author Duncan Stone about his new book, 'Different Class: The Untold Story of English Cricket.' The selection discussion begins at 35
Jan 24, 2022 • 1:44:51
England collapse yet again and Virat Kohli resigns as India Test skipper
Podcast regulars Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Ben Gardner, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to the latest England batting collapse, this time one that gave Australia their 13th win in their last 15 home Ashes Tests. They answer your questions on how England can make improvements both in the short and long term. There is also discussion on Virat Kohli's resignation as India Test captain and India's 2-1 series defeat in South Africa. Head to Charles Tyrwhitt: https://www.charlestyrwhitt.com/uk/home To
Jan 17, 2022 • 1:38:44
Sam Billings the red-ball cricketer, comeback centuries and Heather Knight
Phil Walker, Taha Hashim and Yas Rana look ahead to the Hobart Test - the fifth and final encounter of the 2021/22 men's Ashes. Taha - after speaking to Kent head coach Matt Walker – gives us the lowdown of what to expect from Sam Billings the red-ball cricketer, Phil looks ahead to the women's Ashes and Yas rounds up everything that's been happening in the international game over the past week or so. The panel also pick their out-of-the-box England captaincy suggestions as well as their all-ti
Jan 13, 2022 • 1:27:18
Whitewash avoided – England finally show some fight at the SCG
Mark Butcher, Ben Gardner, Taha Hashim and Yas Rana share their thoughts on the most competitive Test of the series where England battled hard to just about escape from Sydney with a draw. The panel will discuss South Africa's win over India at The Wanderers and Bangladesh's historic win in New Zealand on a bonus episode later this week. Across the course of the Ashes we've been working in partnership with Charles Tyrwhitt. Want to start the year wearing something sharp? Charles Tyrwhitt has a
Jan 10, 2022 • 1:11:26
An SCG Test preview, Quinton de Kock's Test retirement and a chat with the Parkinson twins
The panel of Ben Gardner, Jo Harman and Yas Rana preview the fourth Ashes Test at the SCG, react to Quinton de Kock's unexpected retirement from Test cricket, India's win at Centurion and much more. From the 54-minute mark, a section of Jo's interview with the Parkinson twins is played. You can read the full interview in the next issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly. Use the code Wisden10 at charlestyrwhitt.com to get 10% off anything in their current online sale. Learn more about your ad choices.
Jan 3, 2022 • 1:06:35
Australia retain the urn: What's behind England's longstanding batting woes?
Australia retain the Ashes after a pair of calamitous batting performances from England at the MCG. Hometown hero Scott Boland took 6-7 on debut to brutally end England's Ashes hopes by bowling the tourists out for 68. The panel of Mark Butcher, Phil Walker and Yas Rana try to make sense of England's longstanding batting woes and look at what the short term future may hold for the England men's Test side. We apologise for the sound quality on this episode. A combination of a technical fault a
Dec 28, 2021 • 1:19:27
Christmas special: Standout cricketing memories, controversial opinions and much more
In a bonus Christmas episode, Jo Harman, Ben Gardner, Phil Walker and Yas Rana briefly look back at the latest news from the world game before spending around 40 minutes answering your questions on everything from their favourite county players of the 1990s, their standout cricketing memories, their most controversial opinions, what they're looking forward to in 2022 and so much more. If you fancy the chance to win a £500 voucher to spend at Charles Tyrwhitt, simply visit the link below to ente
Dec 23, 2021 • 1:09:59
England go 2-0 down after another feeble few days Down Under
The panel of Jo Harman, Taha Hashim, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to England's 11th defeat in 12 Tests on Australian soil. They analyse England's team selections, ponder why so many of England's players aren't developing under the coaching set-up and discuss what they can do differently at Melbourne. Skip to 45:25 to hear Mark Butcher's take on the Test and to 57:25 for the panel's discussion on Australia's performance. If you fancy the chance to win a £500 voucher to spend at Charles Tyrwhitt
Dec 20, 2021 • 1:14:51
Pink-ball Test preview, Kohli removed as ODI captain and cricket's relationship with concussion
Ben Gardner, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana look ahead to the second Test of the 2021/22 Ashes, discuss the likely make-up of the two bowling attacks as well as the possible impact of the pink ball and how it will behave under the lights at Adelaide. There's also discussion on Virat Kohli's removal from the India ODI captaincy, Babar Azam's first international wicket, Kamran Akmal and much more. The panel also preview the upcoming issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly which is available at wis
Dec 14, 2021 • 1:16:43
Australia blow England away at Brisbane
Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Taha Hashim and Yas Rana react to Australia's dominant first Test victory. They discuss what went wrong for England, give English supporters a few reasons to remain hopeful and marvel at a string of excellent Australia individual performances. During the Ashes, we are offering a discount code for our listeners at Charles Tyrwhitt. If you use the code WISDEN20 at checkout you'll get 20% off your order. You can visit their website here: www.charlestyrwhitt.com Learn mor
Dec 11, 2021 • 1:13:53
Previewing the 2021/22 men's Ashes and Ajaz Patel takes all 10
The panel of Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana preview the 2021/22 men's Ashes which gets under way later this week, talk about Ajaz Patel's historic 10-for in Mumbai, Darren Gough's appointment at Yorkshire, the best and worst kits of all time and much, much more. During the Ashes, we are offering a discount code for our listeners at Charles Tyrwhitt. If you use the code WISDEN20 at checkout you'll get 20% off your order. You can visit their website here: www.charlestyrwhitt.c
Dec 6, 2021 • 1:13:10
Why England will definitely win the Ashes
The panel of Ben Gardner, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to a busy week in Test cricket with Tests played in India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. They also provide tentative hope for England fans ahead of the men's Ashes series while Mark Butcher joins over the phone to give his views on the limited warm-up action England have managed to get under their belt. Ben updates us on the ICC's poor handling of the cancelled women's World Cup Qualifier and the panel answer your questions. Build
Dec 2, 2021 • 1:11:21
The latest in English cricket's racism scandal and Tim Paine's resignation
Mark Butcher, Taha Hashim, Jo Harman and Ben Gardner respond to the latest troubling developments in English cricket's racism scandal, including the news stories regarding Azeem Rafiq himself. They also discuss Tim Paine's resignation, why he had to go, and who takes over both as Australia Test captain and wicketkeeper. There's also a tribute to AB de Villiers, who retired from all cricket this week, and a round-up of the week's on-field action, with India beating New Zealand and Pakistan beatin
Nov 23, 2021 • 1:21:33
Making sense of a deeply troubling day for the English game
Our panel of Ben Gardner, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to Azeem Rafiq's remarkable account of his experiences of racism within cricket at yesterday's DCMS hearing. They try to make sense of a troubling day for the English game and attempt to work out where we can go from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 17, 2021 • 1:09:28
Australia are world champions, the toss and more accusations of racism in county cricket
Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to Sunday's T20 World Cup final between Australia where the Aussies won the men's T20 World Cup for the first time. Butch explains why the toss was so important across the tournament, Yas picks his team of the T20 World Cup, Jo waxes lyrical about Kane Williamson's performance in the final as well as Issy Wong's latest exploits in the WBBL and Phil provides an update on accusations of racist comments at Essex. Listeners can get a 20 per ce
Nov 15, 2021 • 1:10:06
Emergency pod: Two brilliant semi-finals, what went wrong for England and a preview of the final
Pod regulars Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana bring you a second episode of the week – this time, on two thrilling semi-finals at the T20 World Cup. They talk about the two games, preview the final and discuss what went wrong for Eoin Morgan's men in Abu Dhabi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 11, 2021 • 52:21
T20 World Cup semi-final previews and Yorkshire suspended from hosting international cricket
Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Taha Hashim and Yas Rana look back at the recently concluded T20 World Cup Super 12s, picking their breakout stars of the tournament and preview the knockout stage of the competition. Taha, Jo and Yas also catch up with the latest developments in the Yorkshire racism scandal that has seen the county suspended from hosting international cricket. This conversation starts at 49:50. Check out sons.co.uk and use the code WISDEN30 to get £30 off your first order. Learn more ab
Nov 9, 2021 • 1:16:37
The Rafiq story finally cuts through, Buttler's supreme form and French cricket
Mark Butcher, Phil Walker, Taha Hashim and Yas Rana react to the latest developments in the Yorkshire racism scandal that have seen the story create headlines in the national non-cricket media. There's also discussion on England's dominant start to the T20 World Cup, Asif Ali's remarkable week, the tournament as a whole and much more. If you're already taking a multivitamin or are looking for something to strengthen your immune system this Autumn/Winter season then check out sons.co.uk and use
Nov 4, 2021 • 1:16:34
Ben Stokes returns, Pakistan thrash India and the Quinton de Kock story
Mark Butcher, Ben Gardner, Taha Hashim and Yas Rana discuss Ben Stokes' return to Test cricket, the opening games of the Super 12 stage of the T20 World Cup, Quinton de Kock's controversial unavailability for South Africa, an expanded IPL and more. Check out sons.co.uk and use the code WISDEN30 to get £30 off your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 26, 2021 • 1:05:44
Scotland's greatest day, Morgan's form, the game's relationship with concussion and a Rafiq update
Regulars Jo Harman, Phil Walker, Taha Hashim and Yas Rana react to the opening few days of the T20 World Cup, including Scotland's historic (and unlikely) win over Bangladesh. Mark Watt, a key performer for Scotland so far, joins the show for a short chat with Yas from Oman. There's also discussion on England's two warm-up games, cricket's attitude towards concussions and Taha – the journalist who broke the Azeem Rafiq story 14 months ago – provides an update on the saga's latest events. Lear
Oct 20, 2021 • 1:24:08
England's Ashes squad, a T20 World Cup preview and Justin Langer's LinkedIn account
CricViz analyst Ben Jones joins podcast regulars Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana to discuss England's Ashes squad, the upcoming T20 World Cup and much more. Danny Morrison briefly appears for a conversation on MS Dhoni's match-winning knock in the IPL and what to expect from the UAE pitches at the T20 World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 12, 2021 • 1:30:04
Looking at whether Ashes will definitely go ahead and Charlotte Edwards joins the show
Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana discuss the latest news regarding this winter's Ashes and whether it will definitely go ahead. They also put forward their suggestions for what the county schedule should look like in 2022 and beyond, come up with ideas for a future cricket-based Netflix series and much more. England great Charlotte Edwards joins the show to reflect on seismic summer for the women's game and India's recent tour of Australia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi
Oct 5, 2021 • 1:00:05
Moeen Ali's retirement from Test cricket and your moments of the sumer
Mark Butcher, Phil Walker, Jo Harman, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to Moeen Ali's retirement from Test cricket, the final round of the County Championship, the England-New Zealand ODI series and much more. There is also an interview with Tara Norris, one of the stars of the RHF Trophy final, about her summer and her international aspirations. At the end of the show, we hear the moments of the summer from both the panelists and the listeners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm
Sep 30, 2021 • 1:22:12
Reaction to England's cancelled tour of Pakistan, Kohli resigns and Charlie Dean
Podcast regulars Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to the controversial cancellation of England's proposed tour of Pakistan and the prospect of more internationals being cut from the calendar. They also talk about Finals Day, Virat Kohli's twin resignations, Charlie Dean's start to international cricket, the final round of the County Championship and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 22, 2021 • 1:15:43
Understanding the Manchester Test cancellation, Azeem Rafiq and Cameroonian Mankads
Pod regulars Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Phil Walker, Ben Gardner, Yas Rana discuss the controversial cancellation of the Old Trafford Test, talk about the latest update in the Azeem Rafiq story, the England-New Zealand T20I, the County Championship, Afghanistan, Irish dogs and Cameroonian Mankads. The kind people at Beer52 are offering a free case of eight craft beers, sourced and curated from the best breweries on the planet! All you need to do is go to www.beer52.com/WISDEN and cover £5.95 fo
Sep 13, 2021 • 1:15:41
Bumrah, Shardul and Rohit take India to victory and where are England at as a Test side?
Another stellar final day performance from India gave them the series lead after The Oval Test. The panel of Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana look at what went so right for India and what went wrong for England. There's also discussion on England's ongoing white-ball series against New Zealand, Alice Capsey, the latest rounds of the County Championship and Misbah's last-minute resignation. We're working in partnership with Beer52 across the next few podcasts.. To get a free cas
Sep 7, 2021 • 1:03:26
England come roaring back against India and a memorable week in the Blast
Podcast regulars Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Taha Hashim and Yas Rana reflect on England's innings victory at Leeds, their first win of any kind in eight Tests. They discuss the form of the England quicks, Dawid Malan's successful return to the side, Joe Root's extraordinary run of scores and where it all went wrong for India. They also chat about the quarter-finals of the T20 Blast, the County Championship and England women's upcoming series against New Zealand. We're recording the podcast over th
Aug 31, 2021 • 1:12:11
What to expect from England's new recruits and an assessment of The Hundred
Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Taha Hashim and Yas Rana preview the third England-India Test, looking at what we should expect from the possible new additions to the team – Dawid Malan, Saqib Mahmood and Craig Overton. The panel also reflect on the first season of The Hundred. There's an interview with Jake Lintott who has enjoyed an extraordinary year in which he's gone from a teacher without a professional contract to a champion in The Hundred with a CPL gig later this summer. There's also a conver
Aug 24, 2021 • 1:02:58
India win a classic at Lord's, England's Root reliance and their top order woes dissected
Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana look back at a Lord's classic that saw India seal a remarkable final day victory at the Home of Cricket. How much credit does Kohli deserve for his side's success? Why did things go so badly wrong for England on the final day? They also discuss West Indies' thrilling one wicket victory over Pakistan, the emergence of a new fast bowling superstar, the latest rounds of The Hundred and the One Day Cup. Sixes Cricket Club is the new cricket-themed
Aug 17, 2021 • 1:03:56
Root's return to form, England's top order problems and rain delays in The Hundred
Regulars Ben Gardner, Taha Hashim and Yas Rana are joined by Wisden Cricket Weekly Podcast newbie Cameron Ponsonby to discuss an absorbing drawn Test at Trent Bridge, one that left the hosts with a number of questions to answer ahead of the Lord's Test later this week. They also discuss the latest rounds of The Hundred, the Royal London One Day Cup's breakout stars, Bangladesh's series win over Australia and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 9, 2021 • 1:15:34
Felix White joins the show: Stokes' absence, an England-India preview and the origins of Tailenders
Podcast regulars Yas Rana and Ben Gardner are joined by Felix White and CricViz analyst Ben Jones to discuss the upcoming England-India series, the latest rounds of The Hundred and much more. Felix talks about his lifelong relationship with cricket as well as his journey as a Tailender. You can order his new book – It’s Always Summer Somewhere – at https://wisden.com/shop/its-always-summer-somewhere-a-matter-of-life-and-cricket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 2, 2021 • 1:08:34
The arrival of The Hundred, the Ashes in danger, and Botham's Ashes part two
Ben Gardner fills in for Yas Rana as host and is joined by Mark Butcher, Taha Hashim and Jo Harman to look at the great, the good and the not so good of The Hundred, English cricket's shiny new toy. Elsewhere, Jo Harman puts Butch's off-stump guard criticism to Ollie Pope, and the panel discuss how the rescheduled IPL makes clear how squeezed the cricketing calendar is becoming, whether the Ashes could be called off if players' families aren't allowed to travel, and the start of the One-Day Cup,
Jul 29, 2021 • 1:25:25
The Livingstone show, a Haseeb Hameed watchalong and first impressions on The Hundred
The panel of Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Taha Hashim and Yas Rana talk about the latest England Test squad, one that saw the return of Jonny Bairstow and the inclusion of Haseeb Hameed. While the show was being recorded, Hameed was busy compiling a first-class ton against the touring India side, an innings that puts him in good stead for a possible recall at some point in the England-India series – the panel discuss the Hameed story so far. Taha and Yas reflect on the first ever game of The Hundre
Jul 22, 2021 • 50:18
Saqib Mahmood, James Vince's first England hundred and county cricket's COVID crisis
The panel of Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Ben Jones and Yas Rana react to England's 3-0 win over Pakistan, one achieved with a squad completely different to the one originally picked. They discuss a range of impressive performances across the board from an inexperienced team, England's multi-format series win over India, the final round of the County Championship group stage, the game's looming COVID-19 crisis, the first week of The Hundred and much more. Don't forget to sign up to our brand new fan
Jul 15, 2021 • 1:16:04
England's COVID outbreak, Anderson reaches 1000 and cricket's Gareth Southgate
The panel of Mark Butcher, Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to the COVID-19 outbreak in the England camp that resulted in the announcement of an entirely new group for the Pakistan series, one that saw the inclusion of six entirely uncapped players. There's also discussion on the latest round of the County Championship, South Africa's T20I series victory over West Indies, Mithali Raj's return to the top of the ODI batting rankings and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
Jul 8, 2021 • 1:06:00
Is Chris Woakes England's greatest ever ODI bowler?
The panel of Mark Butcher, Taha Hashim, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to England's comprehensive T20I series victory over Sri Lanka and try to work out what England learnt from the three-game contest. They also react to the latest round of Blast fixtures, look forward to The Hundred Wildcard Draft and answer your questions. Head to wisden.com/shop to purchase the Wisden Summer Party Pack, where you can save £100 on our ales, tankards and beermats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho
Jul 1, 2021 • 1:08:52
New Zealand are world champions, the Shafali show and the rise of George Garton
The panel of Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Taha Hashim and Yas Rana react to New Zealand's victory in the World Test Championship final, the England women's Test at Bristol, the low-key start to England men's white-ball summer, the latest action from the T20 Blast, the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy and more. The show also features interviews with England's latest limited overs call-up George Garton and one of the most exciting young quicks in the women's game, Issy Wong. Learn more about your ad choic
Jun 24, 2021 • 1:10:08
England's first home series defeat in seven years, the future of the WTC and Botham on the '81 Ashes
The panel of Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to England's first home Test series defeat in seven years and discuss what's going wrong with England's batting. They look back at the start of the T20 Blast, preview the World Test Championship final and come up with an alternative structure for the competition's next cycle. From the 1hr16 mark, Lord Botham joins the show to talk to Phil about the first half of the 1981 Ashes, the build-up to that series and of course, Heading
Jun 16, 2021 • 1:45:48
Ollie Robinson and the future of women's Test cricket
Podcast regulars Mark Butcher, Jo Harman and Yas Rana are joined by The Telegraph's Izzy Westbury to discuss historical social media posts from England players that emerged during and after the first Test of the summer at Lord's, as well as the subsequent reaction to them. They also reflect on the Test itself, the latest rounds of the County Championship and the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy before Izzy leads a discussion the women's Test game ahead of England women's Test against India women next
Jun 8, 2021 • 58:07
England-New Zealand Test series preview, Saqib Mahmood downs Yorkshire, and the RHF Trophy kicks off
The panel discuss a low-key build-up to an evenly matched Test series between England and New Zealand, the individual narratives that should make following it intriguing, and give some scoreline predictions. There is also an interview with Ollie Robinson. In the County Championship, there were more thrilling finishes, with Saqib Mahmood and Lancashire flying high after downing Yorkshire, and Middlesex down in the dumps with Leicestershire pulling off a huge chase. The Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy
Jun 2, 2021 • 1:05:35
Haseeb Hameed's England return and how England's 2019 World Cup planning began
Minutes after the recording session ended, news of Haseeb Hameed's England recall and Sam Billing's maiden Test call-up broke. Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to the two additions to the squad, prompted by an injury to Ben Foakes that also means that James Bracey is almost certain to debut at Lord's next week. Mark Butcher, CricViz's Ben Jones, Phil and Yas chat about the last week in cricket, talk batting technique and discuss Ben's new book, Hitting Against The Spin, which includes a section on
May 26, 2021 • 1:30:21
England's Ashes obsession, their squad for the NZ Tests and Sandpapergate
Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana react to England's 15-man squad for the upcoming Test series against New Zealand which saw the inclusion of two uncapped players but not any of the group that recently left the IPL. The panel discuss England's priorities and wonder if they're placing too much emphasis on this winter's Ashes series. There's a discussion on Cameron Bancroft's recent interview with The Guardian in which he suggested that Australia's bowlers may have had knowledge o
May 19, 2021 • 1:06:05
Sam Billings joins the show, bamboo bats and Craig Overton's resurgence
Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana discuss the latest round of the County Championship where Craig Overton impressed once again for Somerset. They briefly look at the upcoming England-New Zealand Test series, the recently concluded Pakistan-Zimbabwe series, Lauren Winfield-Hill's remarkable knock AGAINST England, bamboo bats and more. The second half of the show is devoted to England's 2015 series against New Zealand. After a thrilling Test series, the ODI series marked the beginn
May 12, 2021 • 1:26:31
Parkinson's on fire, the IPL's postponed and Gooch on the art of batting
Mark Butcher, Ben Gardner, Phil Walker and Yas Rana discuss the latest round of County Championship games including Matt Parkinson's most recent 'Warne-esque' delivery. The podcast also includes a 10-minute interview by Ben with Parkinson. The panel also reflect on the IPL's suspension and a fascinating conversation Phil recently had with the man who scored more professional runs than anyone else, Graham Gooch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 5, 2021 • 1:19:48
Hameed's return to form, Ed Smith departs and a look back at English Test cricket's lowest point
Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana look back at the last week in English cricket, one that saw Haseeb Hameed return to form as he scored twin hundreds – his first and second for Notts – against Worcestershire. There's a look back at the third round of the County Championship as well as Ed Smith's tenure as England national selector which came to an end last week. They also discuss the IPL and whether they think it should, or will, continue without postponement. The final 20 minut
Apr 28, 2021 • 1:12:33
England's top three options, Dan Lawrence plus a review of the CC and IPL
The panel of Mark Butcher, Ben Gardner, Phil Walker and Yas Rana discuss the opening rounds of the County Championship, possible bolters for the Test summer, the IPL and much more. There is also an extended discussion on Dan Lawrence, who features on the cover of the latest Wisden Cricket Monthly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 21, 2021 • 1:09:39
Wisden's Five Cricketers of the Year are announced, and the IPL and County Championship kicks off
Mark Butcher, Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Jo Harman discuss the first round of the County Championship, including plenty of runs for some discarded England Test players, and a controversial stumping between Leicestershire and Hampshire. A review of the first games in the IPL starts at 35:30, with particular attention given to Sanju Samson's century and his debated decision to turn down a single on the penultimate ball of the game. From 55:50, our Wisden Almanack special section starts, featuring
Apr 14, 2021 • 1:59:25
Fakhar Zaman, fake fielding, a chat with Sarah Taylor and a County Championship preview
The panel of Mark Butcher, Jo Harman, Taha Hashim and Yas Rana discuss Fakhar Zaman's extraordinary innings against South Africa, Australia's world record ODI winning streak, West Indies' drawn home series against Sri Lanka and much more. There is also an exclusive interview with Sarah Taylor about her return to elite professional cricket in the first edition of The Hundred, and her recent experience as part of the Sussex men's team coaching set-up from 21:48. Finally, there's a bumper preview o
Apr 7, 2021 • 1:09:30
How to get the best out of Sam Curran and a preview of the IPL
In Mark Butcher's first episode as a regular member of the Wisden Cricket Weekly Podcast panel alongside, he's joined by Jo Harman, Yas Rana and Ben Gardner as the team looks back at the final two games of England's tour of India and previews the IPL that gets under way later this month. If you want to skip straight to the IPL preview, head to 39:10. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 1, 2021 • 1:06:34
Can we appreciate just how good Jonny Bairstow is at ODI cricket?
The panel of Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana discuss England's three recent white-ball losses in India, the last week in international cricket, the contents of the latest issue of Wisden Cricket Monthly – which is out this week – and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 24, 2021 • 1:11:10
Wood and Buttler on fire and how England can get the best out of Stokes
Ben Gardner, Jo Harman and Yas Rana discuss the first three games of England's T20I series against India and look at how the two sides are shaping up ahead of the T20 World Cup. The panel also chat about the news that Kraigg Brathwaite will take over the West Indies captaincy and look at why Sri Lanka might struggle to qualify for the 2023 World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 17, 2021 • 1:08:28
A post-series debrief: The positives for England and just how good are India?
The regular panel of Ben Gardner, Yas Rana, Jo Harman and Phil Walker look back at the India-England series as a whole and discuss where the series was won and lost. The panel also react to England's win in New Zealand, the postponement of the PSL, South Africa's new captains and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 8, 2021 • 1:09:00
A fourth Test preview, how England can produce more spinners and Tammy Beaumont joins the show
The panel of Jo Harman, Ben Gardner, Yas Rana and Phil Walker preview the final India-England Test, discuss how England can improve on spinning pitches in the future, England's series win in New Zealand and much more. Tammy Beaumont, the number one ranked batter in women's ODI cricket, also joins the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 3, 2021 • 58:19
Emergency podcast: A look back at a chaotic two days of Test cricket
An unplanned show brought about by a chaotic couple of days in Ahmedabad looks back at Test cricket's eighth two-day Test since the end of World War II. Was the pitch 'poor'? How can England fare better in similar conditions in the future? Is Joe Root England's best spinner? Why does Ravichandran Ashwin remind Stuart MacGill of Steffi Graf? All those questions answered and much more in this emergency podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 25, 2021 • 48:10
What to expect from the pink ball Test, Jofra Archer, Heather Knight and The Unforgiven
The panel of Phil Walker, Ben Gardner, Yas Rana and Jo Harman preview the third Test of the India-England series, look back at the IPL auction, England's win over New Zealand, David Gower's return to the commentary box, Devon Conway's form and much more. There is also an interview with Ashley Gray, the author of The Unforgiven: Missionaries or Mercenaries?: The Untold Story of the Rebel West Indian Cricketers Who Toured Apartheid South Africa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi
Feb 23, 2021 • 1:14:33
India level the series, Moeen Ali and England's rotation policy
The panel of Jo Harman, Taha Hashim, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to England's defeat in the second Chennai Test and discuss Moeen Ali's return to the UK, England's rotation policy, West Indies' win in Bangladesh and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 16, 2021 • 1:02:11
An all-time great England win and Matthew Hayden joins the show
The panel of Taha Hashim, Phil Walker, Jo Harman and Yas Rana react to England's brilliant win in Chennai, only the second away Test win in India in the last eight years. Matthew Hayden is interviewed by Ben Gardner from the 38-minute mark, in a wide-ranging conversation on the Australian side, the culture of Australian cricket, Justin Langer and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 9, 2021 • 1:19:40
An India-England preview, cricket's return to Channel 4 and Eoin Morgan joins the show
The panel of Jo Harman, Phil Walker, Yas Rana and Jim Wallace preview the first Test between India and England at Chennai and revel in English Test cricket's return to free-to-air television in the UK. They also discuss Pakistan's home Test win over South Africa, Justin Langer, James Vince and much more. There is also a 15-minute chat between Jo and Eoin Morgan from 37:05 about his journey to becoming England's white-ball captain, England's World Cup win and the early days of the IPL. Learn more
Feb 3, 2021 • 1:20:19
An Anderson masterclass, Root tons up again, England's rotation policy and the Alex Hales question
The panel react to England's series-clinching win at Galle and how it affects their plans for the upcoming series against India, discuss England's rotation policy and look back at a busy week of international cricket in both the men's and women's games Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 26, 2021 • 59:40
India's remarkable Brisbane triumph, Joe Root back to his best and England's only fan in Sri Lanka
The panel of CricViz analyst Ben Jones, Yas Rana, Jo Harman and Phil Walker react to India's remarkable final day win over Australia at Brisbane, ending the hosts' 33 year unbeaten streak at the venue to secure an unlikely series win Down Under. They also discuss England's nervy but encouraging first Test victory in Sri Lanka and Yas speaks to Rob Lewis, the only England fan who managed to get to Galle for the Test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 19, 2021 • 1:24:47
The good, the bad and the ugly of India's miraculous Sydney draw and an Eng-SL Test preview?
The regular panel of Phil Walker, Ben Gardner, Jo Harman and Yas Rana discuss India's thrilling, controversial and at times, quite sad, draw at Sydney that sets the series up perfectly going into the final at Brisbane. They also preview England's series against Sri Lanka which starts later this week; podcast favourite Dan Lawrence is expected to make his long-awaited Test debut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 12, 2021 • 1:00:48
Marcus Trescothick joins the show, NZ go top and English Covid-19 concerns
Marcus Trescothick joins the show from the 36-minute mark to reflect on England's fascinating 2-1 series win over Sri Lanka that began nearly exactly 20 years ago. Before that, Phil Walker, Jo Harman and Yas Rana discuss the news of Moeen Ali's unfortunate positive Covid-19 test and its implications, New Zealand reaching the top of the ICC Test team rankings for the first time in their history, the start of the SCG Test between Australia and India and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi
Jan 7, 2021 • 57:14
India produce a Boxing Day special and our 2021 wishlist
In the final episode of 2020, the panel of Taha Hashim, Phil Walker, Yas Rana and Ben Gardner discuss the action from the three Boxing Day Tests with particular focus on India's brilliant win at the MCG. They also talk about what they're most looking forward to next year and what they hope will change within the game in 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 30, 2020 • 1:10:14
36 all out and 2020 in review
The regular panel of Yas Rana, Jo Harman, Ben Gardner and Phil Walker discuss how India will respond to being bowled out for just 36 at Adelaide. They also share memories of Boxing Day Tests from years gone by and look back at the year in cricket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 21, 2020 • 58:40
Analysing England's squad for Sri Lanka, NZ almost topping the rankings and Kohli's runout
The regular panel of Jo Harman, Phil Walker, Yas Rana and Ben Gardner talk about England's squad for their tour of Sri Lanka, the start of the Australia-India series, New Zealand nearly topping the world rankings and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 17, 2020 • 57:11
A cancelled tour, Kane Williamson and the game's concussion protocols
PA's Rory Dollard joins the show from South Africa to give the inside track on the postponement of England's ODI series against the Proteas. Sam Peters scrutinises the ICC's concussion protocols while the regular panel of Jo Harman, Ben Gardner, Yas Rana and Phil Walker, talk about England's upcoming tour of Sri Lanka and make bold predictions about the XI England might put out in next year's Sydney Test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 10, 2020 • 1:07:32
Malan silences his doubters, Bairstow's Test return and Root's future
The panel of regular guests Jo Harman, Phil Walker, Yas Rana and Ben Gardner look back at England's impressive 3-0 series win over South Africa, with particular focus on Dawid Malan's continued brilliance in T20I cricket. Phil reflects on his recent conversation with Joe Root and there are discussions on Australia's win over India, New Zealand's comfortable series victory over West Indies and changes in US cricket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 3, 2020 • 55:41
International cricket returns, the BBL's new rules and express quicks
The panel of Taha Hashim, Phil Walker, Yas Rana and Jo Harman preview the three sets of international series that get underway this week. They also try to make sense of the BBL's new rules and talk about what it takes to be a genuinely fast bowler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 26, 2020 • 58:14
The Wisden Test Team of the 1990s
Graham Thorpe joins Phil Walker, John Stern and Yas Rana to pick Wisden's Test Team of the 1990s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 22, 2020 • 1:00:23
An early T20 World Cup preview, Mumbai dominance and fantasy football
CricViz analyst Ben Jones joins regulars Jo Harman, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana to preview the T20 World Cup a year out from the tournament, assessing the likely contenders' strengths and weaknesses. They also look back at a busy week in cricket which included the IPL final, a Pakistani captaincy change and drama in the Sheffield Shield. Matt Parkinson joins the show from the 1:07:00 mark to talk about how he's become one of the best fantasy footballers in the world. Learn more about your ad choice
Nov 12, 2020 • 1:13:04
IPL fireworks, Watson retires, rapid young quicks and Denly joins the show
The panel of Jo Harman, Taha Hashim, Jim Wallace and Yas Rana preview the IPL play-offs, analyse England's squads for their tour of South Africa, get exciting about a pair of young quicks in the women's game and much more. An eight minute segment of Jo's recent interview with Joe Denly is played from 9:46. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 6, 2020 • 42:48
Ben Stokes' IPL hundred, India squad news, the ACE Programme charity, and a South African mess
Yas Rana returns to hosting duties with Ben Gardner and Phil Walker joining him to discuss the week in cricket. Ebony Rainford-Brent and Dan Gallan guest to discuss the launch of the ACE Programme charity and the turmoil in South African cricket respectively. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 30, 2020 • 1:05:54
The panel pick a 'Season in the sun' XI
In addition to discussing the super over madness in the IPL, the County Championship reshuffle, and England's confirmed tour to South Africa, the panel pick a 'Season in the sun' XI of players who came from nowhere to shine brightly for a time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 23, 2020 • 1:10:57
Jofra's Xbox, Australia Women's dominance, and the best young batsmen in England
Jo Harman and Phil Walker join fill-in host Ben Gardner to discuss the IPL, Australia Women's winning streak, and the tricky question of how to manage a talented young batsman. Includes an interview with Zak Crawley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 16, 2020 • 51:07
How Sanderstead CC are hoping to inspire a club cricket highlights revolution
Sanderstead CC's Dan Allen joins the show to explain how he made the Surrey club social media stars almost by accident, with viral clips of the on-field action being shared by, among plenty of others, Sachin Tendulkar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 12, 2020 • 21:31
A Black History Month special
The Wisden Cricket Weekly Podcast, in conjunction with Chance to Shine, marks Black History Month in the UK by celebrating the careers of some of England's most loved black cricketers. There are contributions from Roland Butcher, Alex Tudor, Devon Malcolm, Michael Holding and Ebony Rainford-Brent on their careers, experiences of racism in the game and questions around diversity in the here and now. Interviews conducted by Phil Walker, Yas Rana and John Stern. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi
Oct 9, 2020 • 51:00
Remembering Dean Jones, Alastair Cook's Lord's hundred and a chaotic week in the IPL
Sam Perry from The Grade Cricketer joins the show to pay tribute to the life of Dean Jones, who passed away this week at the age of 59. Regular panelists Ben Gardner, Phil Walker, Jim Wallace and Yas Rana look back at the Bob Willis Trophy final at Lord's, the latest batch of central contracts, England's series win over West Indies and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 30, 2020 • 1:03:00
Gun young quicks, netting for the sake of netting and the future of match teas
With the season now drawn to a close, Phil Walker and Yas Rana talk about their newfound love of netting, the ends of their summers, match teas and the record-breaking young quick at Phil's club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 24, 2020 • 23:41
An epic last round of the Blast, the final of the Willis, the IPL and taking a knee
The panel of Phil Walker, Jo Harman, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana talk about an incredible finish to the T20 Blast group stages and whether the tournament deserves more TV coverage, preview the final of the Bob Willis Trophy – the captains of both finalists, Tom Westley and Tom Abell, both join the show – and look back at the opening T20I of the England-West Indies series, as well as the first three games of IPL 13. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 22, 2020 • 1:00:34
CricketForce Special Part 3: Creative fundraising
In the final Wisden CricketForce podcast with Natwest, we hear from members at Toft CC, Uffington CC, Welton CC about their efforts to raise funds and engage with their local community in 2020 through new and at times unconventional ways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 18, 2020 • 22:01
Maxwell's magic, epic comebacks and John Cleese
Jo Harman, Taha Hashim and Yas Rana reflect on England's first home ODI series defeat in five years, discuss what England's ODI team might look like at the 2023 World Cup, look back at the latest T20 Blast action, preview the IPL and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 17, 2020 • 52:17
Wisden and CricViz present...The Greatest T20: Who is the greatest T20 spinner?
The Greatest T20 series is back, and this time Yas Rana and CricViz analyst Freddie Wilde are joined by two-time World T20 winner with the West Indies Samuel Badree, as the panel debate who the format's greatest ever spin bowler is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 14, 2020 • 47:09
CricketForce Special Part 2: What club cricket can learn from its most testing summer
In the first of three Wisden CricketForce podcasts with Natwest, Ebony Rainford-Brent, Finchley CC chairman Julian Powe and the GMA's Jason Booth join the show to talk about CricketForce, club cricket's reliance on volunteering and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 11, 2020 • 20:16
A celebration of Bell's career, Dawid Malan, the Willis and Headley's hat-tricks
The panel of Jim Wallace, Jo Harman, Yas Rana and Taha Hashim look back at the careers of Ian Bell and Graham Onions, both of whom announced their retirements from the game over the past seven days, and reflect on England's 2-1 T20I series win over Australia, the final round of the group stage in the Bob Willis Trophy and much more. The show ends with a pre-recorded interview between Jo and Dean Headley, where Headley describes two of the three hat-tricks he took in 1996. Learn more about your a
Sep 11, 2020 • 1:04:44
The Greatest Rivalry: An all-time combined Pakistan-India Test XI
In the 12th and final episode of The Greatest Rivalry, Nikesh Rughani and Aatif Nawaz put together an all-time combined, India and Pakistan Test XI. Be prepared for one or two surprises, a few familiar names and a couple of major omissions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 7, 2020 • 1:24:38
CricketForce Special Part 1: The ACE programme and British Asian integration
In the first of three Wisden CricketForce podcasts with Natwest, Ebony Rainford-Brent talks about the African-Caribbean Engagement programme she helped set up at Surrey, Taha Hashim explores British Asian participation in Yorkshire, and Nigel Muirhead of Toft CC explains how CricketForce has benefitted his club in recent years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 3, 2020 • 22:47
The arrival of Tom Banton, Moeen's return to form and left-arm wrist-spin
A show with a focus on T20 cricket. Regulars Ben Gardner, Yas Rana and Jo Harman are joined by CricViz analyst Ben Jones as the panel reflects on England's T20I series against Pakistan. They also discuss the start of the Vitality Blast, the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy and the CPL. Birmingham Bears spinner Jake Lintott also joins the show to talk about his unusual route to first team county cricket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 2, 2020 • 1:02:12
Crawley passes Sachin, Buttler's series and Anderson joins the 600 Club
The regular panel of Ben Gardner, Phil Walker, Jo Harman and Yas Rana look back at the last Test of the summer, revel in Zak Crawley's 267, discuss Colin Graves' tenure as ECB chairman and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 26, 2020 • 1:13:24
The Greatest Rivalry: A combined ODI XI
In Episode 11 of The Greatest Rivalry, Nikesh Rughani and Aatif Nawaz put together an all time combined India-Pakistan ODI XI. They’ve got so many greats to choose from, who will they pick? And who will they choose to captain the side? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 21, 2020 • 1:12:55
Why Crawley deserves a chance, England's spin options and experiences of racism in county cricket
After a Test with very little cricket, the panel discuss possible changes that could be made to the game's bad light protocols, Zak Crawley's start to his Test career, England's spin options, another round of the Willis and the extraordinary life of Azeem Rafiq. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 18, 2020 • 53:29
Managing rain delays and captaincy conundrums
With club cricket up and running again in England, Phil Walker and Yas Rana reflect on how the opening stages of their respective seasons have gone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 17, 2020 • 30:36
The Greatest Rivalry – The women's teams, a whole new rivalry
In the 10th episode of The Greatest Rivalry, Nikesh Rughani and Aatif Nawaz look at the India-Pakistan rivalry in the women’s game. They’re joined by Pakistan star Javeria Khan and former India bowler Snehal Pradhan to look at the increased backing being given to the women’s game in both countries, the difficult journey it was to get there, and of course the rivalry….which in the women’s game, is very one-sided. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 14, 2020 • 43:08
Woakes and Buttler save the day, how England replace Stokes and records broken in the Willis
Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana look back at England's epic three-wicket win at Manchester and how both teams will likely up for the second Test of the series. They also discuss some record-breaking performances in the Bob Willis Trophy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 11, 2020 • 58:04
The Greatest Rivalry: India vs Pakistan – A rare occurrence
In the ninth episode of The Greatest Rivalry, Nikesh Rughani and Aatif Nawaz look at the period from 2012 onwards, where India and Pakistan hardly played against each other. There was a short limited overs series in India in 2012/13, and after that, they only encountered each other in major tournaments. There were Asia Cups, World Cups – which India dominated in, and of course the ICC Champions Trophy Final in 2017 – one of Pakistan cricket's finest ever moments. Learn more about your ad choi
Aug 9, 2020 • 1:03:15
England's 2023 World Cup plans, Pakistan's quicks and thrillers in the Willis
Phil Walker, Yas Rana and Ben Gardner look back at Ireland's brilliant win over England in the final ODI of their three-match series, discuss which of the Pakistan quicks they're most excited by and revel in the brilliance of the first round of the Bob Willis Trophy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 5, 2020 • 46:06
The Greatest Rivalry: The dawn of the IPL and India become world champions again
In episode eight of The Greatest Rivalry, Nikesh Rughani and Aatif Nawaz are joined again by Azhar Mahmood and Ashish Nehra, to look at the years between 2007 and 2011. Both India and Pakistan both won World T20 titles, but under MS Dhoni’s captaincy, India had more success, winning the World Cup in 2011 and becoming the number one ranked Test side in the world. Pakistan, though, saw Shahid Afridi in prime form, and there were some absolute classic games between the two sides. Learn more about
Jul 31, 2020 • 48:28
Stuart Broad joins The 500 Club and a look at the Pakistan and Ireland series
The panel look back at England's final day victory at Manchester to seal the Wisden Trophy, discuss Stuart Broad's recent form and look ahead to the Ireland and Pakistan series as well as the upcoming Bob Willis Trophy. Sam Lockyer joins the show to talk about his new film on Brian Lara, 501 Not Out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 30, 2020 • 1:10:07
Club cricket is back!
Club cricket is finally back! Yas Rana and Phil Walker talk about its return, the game's new regulations and the hurdles clubs had to jump over to get club cricket up and running again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 26, 2020 • 20:53
The Greatest Rivalry: The 21st century - a power shift…
In episode seven of The Greatest Rivalry, Nikesh Rughani and Aatif Nawaz speak to former India seamer Ashish Nehra and former Pakistan all-rounder Azhar Mahmood about the rivalry between the two teams in the late-1990s and into the mid-2000s. Some of Pakistan’s greats were coming to the end of their careers, and under the captaincy of Sourav Ganguly, India reached new heights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 23, 2020 • 53:52
A celebration of Ben Stokes and Stuart Broad's comeback show
The Wisden quartet of Jo Harman, Phil Walker, Yas Rana and Ben Gardner look back at England's series-levelling win in Manchester. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 21, 2020 • 1:10:36
The Greatest Rivalry: A superb Pakistan side fall on the biggest stage
In the sixth episode of The Greatest Rivalry, Nikesh Rughani and Aatif Nawaz are once again joined by Waqar Younis and Vinod Kambli, as they look at the 1990s. There were tours to Canada, more classic games in Sharjah, THAT test series in 1999 and Pakistan built arguably their strongest side of all time for the 1999 World Cup, but still couldn’t beat India on the biggest stage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 15, 2020 • 39:31
A look at a classy West Indies win and is it finally the end of the road for Denly?
The quartet of Ben Gardner, Taha Hashim, Yas Rana and Phil Walker look back at West Indies' victory over England at the Ageas Bowl as cricket made its long awaited return with a thrilling Test that ebbed and flowed throughout. The panel discuss the potential selection dilemmas facing England ahead of the second Test of the series in Manchester. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 13, 2020 • 50:04
The Greatest Rivalry: Green vs Blue – the iconic 1990s
In the fifth episode of The Greatest Rivalry, Nikesh Rughani and Aatif Nawaz head into the 1990s. It was the era of coloured clothing, Pakistan’s 1992 World Cup win, ODIs galore and lots of trips to Sharjah. Legends Waqar Younis and Vinod Kambli share their stories up until the 1996 World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 8, 2020 • 44:16
Wisden and CricViz present...The Greatest T20: Who is the greatest T20 influencer?
In the fourth episode of Wisden and Cricviz's series, The Greatest T20, Ben Gardner and Freddie Wilde are joined by Mark Butcher to discuss who they think the format's greatest influencer is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 6, 2020 • 1:03:10
England-West Indies Test series preview
Santokie Nagulendran, host of the Caribbean Cricket Podcast, joins Ben Gardner, Taha Hashim, and Jo Harman to discuss the selection debates and key battles ahead of England's three-Test series against West Indies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 4, 2020 • 42:35
The Greatest Rivalry: Two legends born in the same series
On episode 4 of The Greatest Rivalry, Nikesh Rughani and Aatif Nawaz are joined by Kiran More and Waqar Younis to look at the mid to late 1980’s. Pakistan continued their dominance over India in the late 80’s, but come 1989, a certain Sachin Tendulkar, aged just 16, made his debut, opposite Waqar – and the rest, as they say, is history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 1, 2020 • 40:35
The week club cricket got triggered
Greg Clark MP, whose cricket-related question in the Houses of Commons received a now-infamous response from the Prime Minister, joins the Wisden Club Cricket Podcast, in association with NatWest, to discuss when and how club cricket could safely return Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 29, 2020 • 24:07
The panel pick a 'when the stats do lie' XI
The panel of Jo Harman, Ben Gardner, Phil Walker and Yas Rana pick an all time Test XI of batsmen with final career averages of under 40 and bowlers who retired with averages of over 30 – the 'when the stats do lie' XI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 26, 2020 • 1:00:39
The Greatest Rivalry: India crowned world champions against the run of play
In episode three of The Greatest Rivalry, Nikesh Rughani & Aatif Nawaz continue their journey from the late 1970s to the mid 1980s with Zaheer Abbas, Sarfraz Nawaz & Kiran More. It was to be an era dominated by Pakistan, at least in bilateral series. India though, had bragging rights after winning the 1983 World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 24, 2020 • 43:14
Wisden and CricViz present...The Greatest T20: Who is the greatest T20 fast bowler?
In the third instalment of Wisden and CricViz's series, The Greatest T20, England quick Tymal Mills joins CricViz analyst Freddie Wilde and Yas Rana to help pick the greatest fast bowler in the format's history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 22, 2020 • 1:05:59
The life and times of Steve Harmison and a chat with England's next man in
Steve Harmison joins Phil Walker and Yas Rana to talk about his life in cricket and there's also a chat with Dan Lawrence, one of eight uncapped players in England's 30-man training group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 21, 2020 • 1:12:56
The Greatest Rivalry: The war period
In episode two of The Greatest Rivalry with Nikesh Rughani and Aatif Nawaz, we move into the 1970’s with guests Farokh Engineer and Asif Iqbal. India and Pakistan fought two wars in 1965 and 1971, and as a result, played no cricket against each other for 17 years. That ended in 1978, with a historic series – a first win for Pakistan over their rivals. It was the era that saw legends like Imran Khan, Kapil Dev, Zaheer Abbas and Sunil Gavaskar all ply their trade. Learn more about your ad choices.
Jun 17, 2020 • 36:07
Cricket's YouTube hero Robelinda2 joins the show and a look back at Scotland's greatest day
Two very different interviews in this week's show. Rob Moody, a.k.a Robelinda2, joins Ben Gardner and Yas Rana to explain how he built his extraordinary archive of video footage and Scotland's Calum MacLeod joins the show to talk about Scotland's win over England in Edinburgh that took place two years ago this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 12, 2020 • 59:03
India vs Pakistan: The origins of 'The Greatest Rivalry'
In the first episode of the new podcast series, The Greatest Rivalry, Nikesh Rughani and Aatif Nawaz look back at the early days of the rivalry between the Indian and Pakistani cricket teams. The pair are joined by former India and Pakistan internationals Farokh Engineer and Asif Iqbal, who share their memories of the rivalry and reminisce over the friendships forged between the players on opposing sides. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 10, 2020 • 46:08
Wisden and CricViz present...The Greatest T20: Who are the greatest T20 side?
In the second episode of Wisden and CricViz's 10-part series, The Greatest T20, former West Indies captain Daren Ganga joins Yas Rana and CricViz analyst Freddie Wilde to discuss who the greatest T20 side of all time is. Paul Nixon and Hassan Cheema also join the show to talk about the best English and Pakistani domestic sides in the format's history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 8, 2020 • 1:37:24
England's era-defining win over West Indies in 2000
The panel of Jo Harman, Yas Rana and Phil Walker look back at England's 3-1 win over West Indies in 2000, a series that marked a shift in the fortunes of the England team under the leadership of Duncan Fletcher and Nasser Hussain. Michael Atherton and Dominic Cork feature on the show with some of their memories of that series. Jo, Yas and Phil also discuss the West Indies squad that's been named for their upcoming tour of England and look at how the England side might change if Joe Root misses
Jun 6, 2020 • 50:10
How Guernsey brought cricket back to the British Isles
Mark Latter, the CEO of the Guernsey Cricket Board, joins Yas Rana and Phil Walker to explain how Guernsey, with the help of a range of social distancing measures, brought cricket back to the British Isles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 2, 2020 • 29:37
The omission of Hales and the County Championship team of the 2000s
Dan Norcross joins Jo Harman and Yas Rana to pick Wisden's County Championship team of the 2000s. The panel also discuss the announcement of England's 55-man training group ahead of the proposed start of the international summer in July. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 30, 2020 • 58:46
Wisden and CricViz present...The Greatest T20: Who is the greatest T20 batsman?
In the first episode of The Greatest T20, a new fortnightly 10-part collaboration between Wisden and CricViz on T20 cricket, England World T20 winner Luke Wright joins CricViz analyst and award-winning author Freddie Wilde and regular Wisden Cricket Weekly Podcast host Yas Rana to discuss who the greatest T20 batsman of all time is. Wright also explains how T20 cricket has changed since it first featured in county cricket in 2003. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 25, 2020 • 1:13:51
The England Test and ODI teams of the 2000s
The Wisden trio of Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana pick an England Test team of the 2000s and an England ODI team of the 2000s. They also briefly discuss the ECB's progress towards bringing international cricket back this summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 24, 2020 • 58:52
Netting again, a doctor's view on the safety of club cricket and running marathons
Lots packed into this episode. Phil Walker and Yas Rana discuss being allowed to net again, Scott Oliver discusses the likelihood of amateur cricket returning this summer, Johnno Gordon gives a perspective of the challenges facing club captains at the moment and Rob Cross explains why he and two other soldiers decided to run marathons to raise money for the NHS and Chance to Shine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 18, 2020 • 46:17
The Wisden Test Team of the 2000s
John Stern, Phil Walker, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana select the Wisden Test Team of the 2000s, taking into consideration performances from January 2000 to December 2009. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 15, 2020 • 1:01:38
What the 2020 summer might look like and a look back at the 2017 World Cup final
England World Cup winner Alex Hartley joins the Jo Harman and Yas Rana to talk about what the 2020 cricketing summer might look like in both the men's and the women's game. Hartley also talks openly about the loss of her central contract and looks back at a magical day at Lord's in 2017. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 7, 2020 • 31:31
The postponement of The Hundred, the future of Test cricket and Matt Parkinson on leg-spin
Lancashire and England leg-spinner Matt Parkinson joins Yas Rana and Phil Walker to discuss the postponement of The Hundred, Parkinson's career so far and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 30, 2020 • 50:16
The walking debate, fake fielding and good sportsmanship
Phil Walker and Yas Rana get their teeth stuck into an age old debate that's split club cricketers for decades: should club cricketers walk when they nick it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 27, 2020 • 25:19
A delightful hour with David Gower
David Gower joins the show to look back at his remarkable life in the game both on the field and in the commentary box and explains that he has no intention of leaving cricket just yet. He also gives an update on what his Desert Island Discs choices are, 36 years after his appearance on the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 23, 2020 • 1:02:52
How a Frenchman fell in love with cricket and how we can grow the game
Philippe Auclair joins the Jo Harman and Yas Rana to explain how he fell in love with cricket and how he thinks the game can grow in countries in countries where it's historically not been played as much. Manoj Narayan talks about the relaunch of Wisden India. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 17, 2020 • 55:55
Shadow batting and how a cricketless summer might affect people's mental health
Mark Boyns from Opening Up Cricket and Paddy Keogh from Marchmont CC join Yas Rana and Phil Walker to talk about how the prospect of a cricketless summer might affect those struggling with their mental health at the moment and what cricket clubs can do to help keep in touch with their members. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 13, 2020 • 35:27
The 2020 Wisden Cricketers' Almanack Special
Lawrence Booth, the editor of the Wisden Cricketers' Almanack, talks to podcast regulars Yas Rana and Jo Harman about the highlights from this year's Wisden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 8, 2020 • 38:39
An extended interview with Dom Sibley and the ECB's £61 million emergency package
England opener Dom Sibley joins the show and chats to host Yas Rana about the ups and downs of his route to the England team while the panel of Yas, wisden.com managing editor Ben Gardner and Wisden Cricket Monthly writer Jim Wallace talk about the ECB's efforts to give financial assistance up and down the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 2, 2020 • 51:46
Club Cricket Special 2: How clubs are faring financially and embarrassing dismissals
On the second Wisden Club Cricket Podcast in association with Natwest, Phil Walker and Yas Rana talk about the most embarrassing dismissals they witnessed on the field, and Toft CC's Nigel Muirhead explains what clubs are doing to stay afloat with the prospect of a cancelled season looming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 29, 2020 • 33:57
The panel pick a 'What Could Have Been XI' and Ian Bell joins the show
In the absence of live cricket, the panel of Jo Harman, Yas Rana, Phil Walker and Ben Gardner, pick a 'What Could Have Been XI', Ben Scott from Kinetic Cricket explains how you can keep fit at home and Ian Bell remembers his spell of 4-4 at Lord's. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 27, 2020 • 1:16:54
Covid-19's impact on cricket, Alex Hales' England prospects and Alastair Cook's match-turning spell
Recording the show from four different locations, Yas Rana, Ben Gardner, Phil Walker and Jo Harman discuss the potential ramifications the coronavirus pandemic will have on the English game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 20, 2020 • 41:23
Club Cricket Special: Umpiring shockers, honesty and lbws
On the first Wisden Club Cricket Podcast in association with Natwest, Wisden Cricket Podcast regulars Yas Rana and Phil Walker talk about some of the most controversial moments they've seen on a cricket pitch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 15, 2020 • 33:48
Who should feature in the England XI for the first Test, coronavirus, and the 'Year of the Bat'
Jo Harman, Yas Rana and Phil Walker look ahead to the first England Test in Galle, look back to the T20 World Cup final, discuss the 'Year of the Bat.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 12, 2020 • 44:37
England's World Cup heartbreak, Mark Wood, equal pay, whacky scorecards and Martin Tyler
The Wisden trio of Yas Rana, Phil Walker and Jo Harman talk about England's T20 World Cup exit, Phil's visit to Ashington to visit Mark Wood, the reignited interest in the World Test Championship, equal prize money in The Hundred, Thailand's impressive performance against Pakistan, whacky scorecards and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 5, 2020 • 55:20
New Zealand's Test win over India, possible future England stars and T20 World Cup controversy
The Wisden trio of Jo Harman, Yas Rana and Phil Walker discuss all the action from the last week of cricket around the world, finalise their England Nearlymen XI and talk about some potential future England stars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 27, 2020 • 1:05:39
Your favourite England 'nearly men', England's T20I pace options and Umar Akmal
Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Taha Hashim talk about England's last two T20Is in South Africa, their death bowling options and the MCC's tour of Pakistan before discussing the question 'which England players over the years have you been desperate to succeed but for whatever reason it's not quite happened at the highest level?' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 20, 2020 • 54:10
The Jos Buttler questions, Ben Foakes, burnout, Naseem Shah and the U19 World Cup
The Wisden trio of Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Yas Rana discuss everything from the world of cricket in the last week from the start to England's T20I series in South Africa to Bangladesh's first ever U19 World Cup win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 14, 2020 • 1:01:21
Matt Parkinson, Mankads and Umar Akmal’s indecent exposure
Ben Gardner steers another show with guests Phil Walker (WCM editor-in-chief) and CricViz's cricket brain in a jar, Patrick Noone. The panel discuss Temba Bavuma's unique and essential journey, the eternal struggles for leg-spinners, England's squad for Sri Lanka, why life is too short for Mankad chat and why, for all his talent, Umar Akmal still gets exposed at the highest level. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 6, 2020 • 54:23
Who England should take to Sri Lanka and why you should watch out for monkey scratches
The panel discuss which of Joe Denly, Jos Buttler, and Jonny Bairstow England should take to Sri Lanka, whether England Women have a chance in the T20 World Cup, and why you should be careful going near monkeys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 29, 2020 • 1:03:13
South Africa v England fourth Test preview, ten Doeschate steps down, and the travails of Moeen Ali
The Times' Lizzy Ammon joins the panel to discuss England's options ahead of the fourth Test against South Africa at the Wanderers, Ryan ten Doeschate's decision to step down as Essex captain, and what next for Ireland's Paul Stirling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 23, 2020 • 54:06
South Africa v England third Test preview ft. a stump mic solution and some county transfer gossip
The panel discuss the third Test between South Africa and England, including Mark Wood's potential return, whether Sam Curran should take the new ball, and the future of Faf du Plessis' captaincy. Also up for debate are the thorny issue of stump mics, the latest county transfer gossip and controversial boundary catches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 15, 2020 • 44:46
A Ben Stokes tribute show ft. a debate on four day Test cricket
After England's first Test victory of the winter, a panel of Jo Harman, Ben Gardner, Phil Walker and Yas Rana look back at the Cape Town Test and weigh up the pros and cons of four day Test cricket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 8, 2020 • 1:05:13
Another Test defeat for England, the mismanagement of Bairstow, Peter Siddle and itchy noses
In the final episode of the year, Jo Harman, Harry Josephs, Dan Gallan and Yas Rana dissect England's defeat in the Centurion Test, look back at England's year in Test cricket, talk about Australia's win at the MCG and reflect on Peter Siddle's international career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 30, 2019 • 55:08
Christmas special: SA v ENG preview and Pakistan's triumph return home
In a bumper show, Phil Walker, Taha Hashim and Dan Gallan join Ben Gardner to discuss all the big news from the past few weeks and look ahead to England's hotly anticipated Test series against South Africa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 24, 2019 • 1:09:08
Decade in Review Special 3: Test Team of the Decade
Lawrence Booth, Phil Walker, Jo Harman, and John Stern make up the panel to pick Wisden's men's Test Team of the Decade, as the final part of our Decade in Review special series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 22, 2019 • 1:05:48
Decade in Review Special 2: ODI Team of the Decade
Amla or Warner? Buttler or Dhoni? Or both? And can you really only pick five bowlers? Phil Walker, Dan Norcross, Adam Collins, and Yas Rana make up the selection panel attempting to answer these questions and more in picking Wisden's men's ODI Team of the Decade, as part of three Decade in Review specials Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 20, 2019 • 50:12
Decade in Review Special 1: Women's Team of the Decade
In the first of three Decade in Review special episodes, Raf Nicholson, Izzy Westbury, Adam Collins and Yas Rana choose the Wisden Women's Team of the Decade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 18, 2019 • 1:04:18
NZ v ENG review, Yasir Shah the Test centurion, Simon Kerrigan and Rahkeem Cornwall
Recorded hours before the news of Bob Willis' passing was made public, the panel of Jo Harman, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana talk about all the action from the last week in cricket, from England's series defeat in New Zealand and David Warner's triple century to Simon Kerrigan's move to Shropshire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 4, 2019 • 42:21
NZ Test series: Day 10 – A look ahead to SA and the worst drop of all time?
After a draw in Hamilton sealed a series victory for New Zealand, Yas Rana, Lawrence Booth and Taha Hashim discuss how both sides fared across the series and how they'll do in their upcoming away trips. Also, was Joe Denly's dropped catch the worst of all time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 3, 2019 • 18:39
NZ Test series: Day 9 – Root doubles up, Pope impresses but Kiwis resist
Joe Root hit his highest score as captain as England put in their most encouraging performance with the bat in some time. It may end up not being enough for victory, but the performances of Root and Ollie Pope – who hit his first Test half-century – will give England optimism going forward. Yas Rana talks to Lawrence Booth on the phone from Hamilton and Taha Hashim in London about the biggest talking points of the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 2, 2019 • 12:47
NZ Test series: Day 8 – Root, Burns centuries lay solid base for England
Joe Root batted the entirety of day three in Hamilton to help put England in a strong position to at least avoid defeat and maybe even seal a series levelling victory. He combined with fellow centurion Rory Burns to record England's highest partnership of the calendar year. Yas Rana talks to Lawrence Booth on the phone at Seddon Park and Taha Hashim in the Wisden offices about an encouraging day for the tourists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 1, 2019 • 13:34
NZ Test series: Day 7 – England facing yet another uphill battle
After an attritional first two sessions, day two of the second Test in Hamilton came to life in the late afternoon as England took five quick wickets and lost two of their own to leave them facing an uphill battle to stay in the game and the series. Yas Rana speaks to Lawrence Booth on the phone in Hamilton and Taha Hashim in the Wisden offices in London about the biggest talking points of the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 30, 2019 • 15:38
NZ Test series: Day 6 – Latham tons up, England labour in the field
After winning the toss and opting to insert New Zealand in on day one in Hamilton, England were on the receiving end of a Tom Latham masterclass as he carried his bat and ended a rain-affected day on 101*. Yas Rana talks to Lawrence Booth on the ground and Taha Hashim in the Wisden offices about the biggest talking points of the day including England's decision to field an attack without a frontline spinner for the first time in seven years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a
Nov 29, 2019 • 15:10
What next for Joe Root, Manjrekar v Bhogle, and Qais Ahmad's bouncer
Wisden Cricket Monthly editor-in-chief Phil Walker and Wisden writer Aadya Sharma join Ben Gardner to discuss what England's innings defeat to New Zealand means for Joe Root going forward, a mesmeric hundred in a lost cause from Babar Azam, India and Bangladesh's inaugural day/night Test, and much else besides. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 27, 2019 • 55:30
NZ Test series: Day 5 – Kiwis win by an innings, where do England go from here?
New Zealand seal a deserved innings victory at the Bay Oval after a string of rash shots condemn England to another overseas defeat. Yas Rana talks to Lawrence Booth on the ground in New Zealand and Ben Gardner in London about New Zealand's superb all-round performance and discuss where England go from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 25, 2019 • 21:26
NZ Test series: Day 4 – Watling, Santner set up potential final day thriller
Another excellent day for New Zealand at the Bay Oval. BJ Watling and Mitch Santner put on the highest seventh wicket partnership in New Zealand's history as Watling became the first Kiwi designated keeper to score a Test double century while Santer recorded his maiden Test ton. Santner's three late wickets turned the contest even further in New Zealand's favour but England still have an outside chance of batting out the final day for a draw. Lawrence Booth, from the ground in Mount Maunganui, Y
Nov 24, 2019 • 17:23
NZ Test series: Day 3 – Kiwis show why they're second in the world
New Zealand grind England into the dirt on day three at the Bay Oval as BJ Watling bats out the entirety of the day to leave the Black Caps in a strong position with two days to go. Lawrence Booth, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana chat about the biggest talking points of the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 23, 2019 • 15:38
NZ Test series: Day 2 – Late Curran intervention swings day in England's favour
England recover from an early morning collapse to end day two in a strong position. Lawrence Booth, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana react to another topsy turvy day of Test cricket that ended with Sam Curran swinging it in England's favour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 22, 2019 • 20:11
NZ Test series: Day 1 – Stokes counters after top three lay solid platform
Fifties from Ben Stokes, Rory Burns and Joe Denly leave England in a strong position at the end of an attritional first day of their series in New Zealand. Yas Rana talks to Wisden Almanack editor Lawrence Booth on the phone from the ground and Taha Hashim at Wisden HQ in London to dissect an enthralling day of cricket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 21, 2019 • 17:56
NZ Tests preview, Somerset's points deduction, India's dominance, Livingstone and Shropshire
The BBC's Elly Oldroyd joins Yas Rana and Jo Harman to discuss England's upcoming Test series in New Zealand, Somerset's points deduction, another home India innings victory, Liam Livingstone's decision to prioritise the County Championship over the IPL and Elly's time covering minor county cricket. All that plus Ryan Higgins' unlikely link to Scotland's Mark Watt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 19, 2019 • 44:08
Sir Alastair Cook joins the show, Taha explains Space Jam, and Morgan maligns Malan
Sir Alastair Cook joins the show to discuss England's chances in New Zealand and the growing challenge of opening the batting on home turf, and Jo Harman, Ben Gardner, and Taha Hashim discuss England's 3-2 T20I series win over New Zealand, Pakistan's prospects in Australia, and Haseeb Hameed's Space Jam connection Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 15, 2019 • 1:01:17
Viv Richards joins the show, T20 selection philosophy, air pollution and the ECL
Viv Richards joins the show for a condensed conversation about his career while Yas Rana, CricViz's Ben Jones and Michael McCann talk about all things cricket, from England's T20I series in New Zealand to Michael's time working at the European Cricket League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 7, 2019 • 1:05:38
Shakib's ban, England Women's new head coach, and England men's new era
Wisden Cricket Monthly editor-in-chief Phil Walker, magazine editor Jo Harman, and staff writer Ben Gardner discuss Shakib Al Hasan's ban for corruption breaches, Lisa Keightley's appointment as the first full-time head coach of England Women, and the young radicals taking over England's men's side. Jo speaks to Ollie Pope about his return from injury, and whether he's ready to bat at first drop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 31, 2019 • 48:45
The Hundred special with Kevin Hand, Middlesex's muddle and Sarfaraz's sacking
BBC Radio London's Middlesex commentator Kevin Hand joins Ben Gardner and Taha Hashim to discuss the rights and wrongs of The Hundred's first 18 months, where the competition goes next, and the winners and losers from the draft. They also examine Middlesex's turbulent three seasons, Sarfaraz Ahmed's sacking, and the T20 World Cup Qualifier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 25, 2019 • 1:06:49
The mock Hundred draft, and Sangakkara on cricket's return to Pakistan
Kumar Sangakkara talks cricket's return to Pakistan, Sri Lanka's international resurgence, and his plans as the first non-British president of the MCC, while Taha Hashim and Ben Gardner discuss the rest of the goings on from an eventful week in international cricket - off the field at least. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 18, 2019 • 38:44
Big ECB announcements, Jamie Porter on Silverwood, Aussie records and Bhanuka Rajapaksa
The Wisden trio of Yas Rana, Ben Gardner and Phil Walker chat about a week that saw the ECB announce a new head coach and a new structure to the women's domestic game. Essex's Jamie Porter also joins the show to talk about working with new England head coach Chris Silverwood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 10, 2019 • 49:45
The launch of The Hundred, Rohit Sharma the Test opener, and crisps
CricViz analyst Freddie Wilde and Wisden Cricket Monthly magazine editor Jo Harman join Ben Gardner to discuss the launch of The Hundred, Rohit Sharma the Test opener, and crisps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 4, 2019 • 39:22
The End: Sir Alastair Cook and Simon Harmer on Essex's title win after a dramatic day at Taunton
We hear from Sir Alastair Cook and Simon Harmer after Essex claim the title after Somerset briefly threatened to spoil the party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 27, 2019 • 13:09
An interview with Jack Leach on batting, Somerset and spin bowling
Jack Leach joins the podcast for an interview that is interrupted twice by the cheeky Essex duo of Sir Alastair Cook and Tom Westley. Leach talks about his improvement as a batsman, Somerset's bright future and spin bowling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 25, 2019 • 16:13
An interview with England's Matt Parkinson and another game-changing knock from Leach
Yas Rana and Harry Josephs react to day two from Taunton, Roelof van der Merwe talks through his rapid 59 and Harry talks to England's newest spinner, Matt Parkinson, about his first international call up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 24, 2019 • 17:41
Bairstow dropped, six newbies and Sam Cook
Yas Rana, Harry Josephs and Cricbuzz's Vithushan Ehantharajah react to the England squad news that saw Jonny Bairstow dropped from the England Test squad and six uncapped youngsters called up for the first time. We also hear from Ed Smith and look back at the first day's play in the title decider in Taunton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 24, 2019 • 28:13
Central contracts, a break for Moeen and a County Championship title showdown
Lizzy Ammon joins Yas Rana to look back at a bonkers week of County Championship action. They also preview next week's title showdown at Taunton and chat about the recent England central contract news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 22, 2019 • 30:41
Ashes Daily 22: End of series awards show
As the series ends at The Oval, Taha Hashim and Phil Walker look back at the highs and lows of the last six weeks in this end of series awards show special. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 16, 2019 • 31:38
Ashes Daily 21: Joe Denly's day out, England's blueprint for success and Aussie farewells
Yas Rana and Phil Walker react to the third day at The Oval. A day's play that saw Joe Denly fall agonisingly short of a maiden Test century. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 14, 2019 • 23:15
Ashes Daily 20: What is Sam Curran? Archer and Smith shine (again)
Taha Hashim and Phil Walker look back at the second day's play at The Oval, one that saw England emerge as unlikely favourites to level the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 13, 2019 • 19:13
Ashes Daily 19: Buttler shows class after Marsh derails England's good start
Yas Rana speaks to Jo Harman on the phone at The Oval as England squander their solid start on a good wicket at 'the People's Ground' before a Jos Buttler rescue act restored a modicum of respectability. Mitch Marsh the unlikely hero with the ball for Australia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 12, 2019 • 15:43
Graeme Swann on where it went wrong for England, spin bowling and captaincy
Graeme Swann joins Yas Rana and Phil Walker to discuss what's gone wrong for England in the Ashes, what happens next, what's gone right for Australia, spin bowling and captaincy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 9, 2019 • 40:02
Ashes Daily 18: After Australia retain the Ashes, what next for England?
Wisden Cricket Monthly magazine editor and editor-in-chief Jo Harman and Phil Walker look back on a fascinating final day's play at Old Trafford, work out where the Ashes was won and lost, and discuss what changes England should make for The Oval. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 8, 2019 • 21:42
Ashes Daily 17: Can England summon yet another miracle?
Taha Hashim is joined by CricBuzz's Australia correspondent Bharat Sundaresan to discuss Steve Smith's unyielding excellence, Mitchell Starc's return to form, and whether England can turn the tables yet again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 7, 2019 • 16:48
Ashes Daily 16: Hazlewood impeccable as England's Jason Roy conundrum comes to a head
Rich Evans and Taha Hashim discuss a day which started with much promise for England, but was punctured by the brilliance of Josh Hazlewood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 6, 2019 • 16:42
Ashes Daily 15: The imperious Steve Smith, the nuggety Tim Paine, and the mishandled Joe Denly
Taha Hashim is joined by Rich Evans and Ben Gardner to discuss day two of the Old Trafford Ashes Test Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 5, 2019 • 16:34
Ashes Daily 14: Steve Smith sublime, Archer off-colour
Digital editor Rich Evans joins Taha Hashim and Ben Gardner from Old Trafford to discuss a weird first day of the fourth Ashes Test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 4, 2019 • 17:15
Reaction to Headingley, an Alex Carey interview, Bumrah magic and the County Championship
A bumper episode featuring Ben Gardner in conversation with Phil Walker and Jo Harman about the Headingley Test, Mark Robinson's England departure, the County Championship and more, an interview with Alex Carey on his peculiar career trajectory and Manoj Narayan on India's win in West Indies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 29, 2019 • 1:02:28
Ashes Daily 13: The Second Headingley Ashes Miracle
Ben Gardner and the Cricbuzz's Australia correspondent Bharat Sundaresan look back at one of the most bonkers days in cricket's history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 25, 2019 • 21:54
Ashes Daily 12: Joe Root gives England the faintest of glimmers
Ashes Daily 12: Joe Root gives England the faintest of glimmers by Wisden Cricket Weekly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 24, 2019 • 16:34
Ashes Daily 11: England collapse in style to leave Ashes hopes in tatters
After England's third sub-100 score this year, Ben Gardner and Jarrod Kimber try to make sense of another mind-boggling day of Ashes cricket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 23, 2019 • 16:24
Ashes Daily 10: Archer's first five-for of many, Labuschagne's promise, and getting hit amidships
Ashes Daily 10: Archer's first five-for of many, Labuschagne's promise, and getting hit amidships by Wisden Cricket Weekly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 22, 2019 • 15:13
Headingley preview, Notts' Sunderland impression, KSL and Karunaratne's boys
With Steve Smith ruled out of the third Ashes Test in Leeds, the panel assess England's chances of levelling the series as well as looking back at the recent KSL and County Championship action. That plus a whole lot more in this week's Wisden Cricket Weekly Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 20, 2019 • 45:48
Ashes Daily 9: Australia will be tiptoeing to Leeds, England will be skipping
Taha Hashim and Phil Walker reflect on the final day of the Lord's Test and look ahead to what might happen in Leeds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 19, 2019 • 19:48
Ashes Daily 8: One of the all-time great Ashes duels
Yas Rana and Taha Hashim reflect on the fourth day at Lord's where a sickly blow to Steve Smith's neck overshadowed one of the all-time great Ashes duels between himself and Jofra Archer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 18, 2019 • 14:03
Ashes Daily 7: England fail to make the most of conditions and Bancroft in the spotlight
Jo Harman and Yas Rana talk about a shortened day three at Lord's that leaves the prospect of a result in the balance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 16, 2019 • 10:24
Ashes Daily 6: Cummins, Hazlewood put Australia on top
Yas Rana and Phil Walker look back at the action from day two at Lord's where England were bowled out for 258 on a slow wicket as Cummins and Hazlewood starred for Australia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 15, 2019 • 16:05
Ashes Daily 5: Lyon spins Australia to victory as England crumble
Nathan Lyon spins Australia to victory on day five as England barely make the halfway point in the day. Yas Rana, Jo Harman and Ben Gardner look back at the day and look ahead to potential changes each side (mainly England) could make for the second Test at Lord's. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 5, 2019 • 19:36
Ashes Daily 4: Smith brilliant again and another tough day for Moeen
Steve Smith continued his quite frankly ridiculous recent Ashes form with his 10th Test hundred against England to set Australia in a position where they need 10 wickets to win the first Test of the series. Jo Harman and Yas Rana look back at the day's play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 4, 2019 • 16:04
Ashes Daily 3: A Test in the balance
An ebbing and flowing third day ended with England with their noses in front. Yas Rana, Ben Gardner, and Taha Hashim look back on an undulating day in which Chris Woakes saved England with the bat before Steve Smith brought Australia back into the contest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 3, 2019 • 14:54
Ashes Daily 2: It's Rory Burns Day
A week is an aeon in cricket. Rory Burns scores a maiden hundred that he'll remember for the rest of his life as England move into a dominant position after the second day at Edgbaston. Phil Walker, Yas Rana and Jo Harman look back at another memorable day of Ashes cricket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 2, 2019 • 17:21
Ashes Daily 1: A brilliant start to the Ashes ft. a Steve Smith special
Well, well, well. After all the chat and pre-Ashes hype, day one of the first Test at Edgbaston certainly delivered. A Steve Smith masterclass helped Australia come back from 122-8 to 284 all out, leaving them arguably ahead of the game after the first day of the 2019 Ashes. Yas Rana and Taha Hashim look back at a brilliant day of cricket, while Phil Walker waxes lyrical about a special Steve Smith century from the ground at Edgbaston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic
Aug 1, 2019 • 16:27
Blockbuster Ashes Preview with Glenn McGrath and Tim Murtagh
The Wisden trio of Yas Rana, Phil Walker and Jo Harman come together for a blockbuster Ashes preview featuring interviews with Glenn McGrath and Ireland hero Tim Murtagh. They look back at the Ireland Test, the Women's Ashes, county cricket and Mohammad Amir's retirement and look ahead to the men's Ashes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 30, 2019 • 1:09:11
Lots and lots of cricket and the art of wicketkeeping
Yas Rana and Jo Harman are joined by Tom Huelin and former Hampshire wicketkeeper Michael Bates as they discuss the Women's Ashes, the Ireland Test, the Zimbabwe situation, the Hundred, the T20 Blast, the Euro T20 Blast, the art of wicketkeeping and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 24, 2019 • 41:19
Ashes special with Mark Butcher and John Altman
Mark Butcher and John Altman join Yas Rana in an Ashes special. They look back to the World Cup final and exchange stories about their time in and around the England and Australia sides of the 90s and early 2000s. Taha Hashim speaks to Yas about England's squad for the Ireland Test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 18, 2019 • 33:19
England crowned World Cup champions after the match to end all matches
After a fantastic, outrageous, extraordinary conclusion to the 2019 Men’s Cricket World Cup, Jo Harman is joined by Phil Walker and Felix White to try and make some sense of it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 15, 2019 • 24:14
World Cup final preview special: England and New Zealand bid for first title
On Sunday, England will play their first Men’s Cricket World Cup final for 27 years, and their first live match on free-to-air television since 2005, taking on New Zealand at Lord’s. Jo Harman is joined by Jonathan Liew of The Independent, New Zealand Herald reporter Andrew Alderson and Test Match Special commentator Daniel Norcross to preview the final and discuss the key match-ups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 13, 2019 • 45:42
England hammer Australia to set up final with New Zealand
Five countries have lifted the trophy in the history of the Men’s Cricket World Cup. On Sunday we will have our sixth. It will be England v New Zealand in the showpiece final at Lord’s, after Eoin Morgan’s side produced a near-perfect performance to brush aside Australia by eight wickets at Edgbaston. Jo Harman is joined by Phil Walker and Wisden Almanack editor Lawrence Booth to discuss England’s victory, including the rejuvenation of Adil Rashid, the genius of Jofra Archer and the Test future
Jul 12, 2019 • 35:03
The Kiwis take flight to knock out India
A semi-final that looked to be drifting towards a rain-sodden anti-climax was transformed into one of the most memorable in World Cup history, New Zealand defending 239 to turn over India and take their place in Sunday’s final at Lord’s. Jo Harman is joined by Wisden’s Phil Walker and Indian writer Chetan Narula to discuss the Kiwis’ magnificent victory, Ravindra Jadeja’s extraordinary innings in a losing cause and MS Dhoni’s future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice
Jul 11, 2019 • 33:30
Wisden Extra Podcast: Adam Hollioake special
With the 2019 Men’s Cricket World Cup in its final stretch, Jo Harman is joined by ex-England captain Adam Hollioake, Test Match Special commentator Daniel Norcross and Wisden’s Phil Walker to discuss the final four, Australia’s old-school approach and consider for which team did the tournament go most wrong. Hollioake, the only England skipper to ever win a 50-over global trophy, picks out Jason Roy as the key man ahead of the hosts’ semi-final and believes their attacking-style should prove t
Jul 9, 2019 • 40:30
Australia surrender top spot to India and set up semi-final clash with England
After 38 days and 45 matches, the group stage of the 2019 Men’s Cricket World Cup is now complete, India finishing top of the tree after Australia lost to South Africa by 10 runs in a thriller at Old Trafford. Jo Harman is joined by Sam Perry, Aussie journalist and co-host of the Grade Cricketer podcast, to discuss Australia’s mounting injury crisis, David Warner’s latest hundred and the rapid rise of Alex Carey. The pair also discuss India’s win over Sri Lanka – in which Rohit Sharma scored his
Jul 7, 2019 • 27:52
Pakistan finish on a high and Sky open up the final
There was to be no miracle at Lord’s, Pakistan missing out on a place in the semi-finals to New Zealand on net run-rate. But they did at least finish with a rousing victory over Bangladesh at Lord’s, Imam-ul-Haq hitting his first hundred of the tournament and the teenage left-arm quick Shaheen Shah Afridi taking record-breaking figures of 6-35. Jo Harman is joined by Elizabeth Ammon of The Times to analyse Pakistan and Bangladesh’s contrasting campaigns, and react to the news that the
Jul 6, 2019 • 20:06
Non-World Cup special: Women's Ashes, county cricket and Scouse cricketers
Editor of the Wisden Almanack Lawrence Booth joins Yas Rana and Jo Harman for an episode that barely mentions the World Cup. The panel talk Women's Ashes, county cricket, Bradman and Scouse cricketers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 5, 2019 • 36:12
More Bairstow brilliance leaves England two wins from World Cup glory
England will play in their first World Cup semi-final for 27 years, taking on either Australia or India at Edgbaston next Thursday, after a Jonny Bairstow century helped sweep aside New Zealand by 119 runs to confirm their place in the last four. Jo Harman is joined by Ben Jones of CricViz to discuss an emphatic English victory that takes them one step closer to a first-ever World Cup title, while Kiwi journalist Andrew Alderson is concerned by the Black Caps’ form after three successive defeat
Jul 4, 2019 • 35:36
Wisden Extra Podcast: And then there were five
India beat Bangladesh by 28 runs at Edgbaston to seal their place in the semi-finals and end the Tigers' chances of a top-four finish, leaving England, Pakistan and New Zealand to fight it out for the two remaining spots. Jo Harman is joined by South African writer Daniel Gallan and Rob Johnston of Cricbuzz to discuss how India are shaping up ahead of the semis, the crunch encounter between England and New Zealand, and a surprise appearance at Glastonbury from Chris Woakes. Please gamble respons
Jul 2, 2019 • 51:52
Stars of the future, the Women's Ashes and net run-rates
The Wisden duo of Yas Rana and Ben Gardner discuss Sri Lanka's win over West Indies, the cons of using net run-rates, the Women's Ashes and Adil Rashid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 2, 2019 • 29:27
England keep World Cup dream alive
Yas Rana and CricViz's Ben Jones discuss a vital win for England over India at Edgbaston that keeps their World Cup dream alive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 1, 2019 • 31:14
Crowd trouble, captaincy struggles, and Pakistan being Pakistan
Ben Gardner is joined by Wisden writer Taha Hashim for his podcast debut to discuss Australia's comfortable win over New Zealand and Pakistan's thriller against Afghanistan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 30, 2019 • 25:04
South Africa's old guard perform and a look ahead to England's must win game on Sunday
Phil Walker and Vithushan Ehantharajah look back at South Africa's win over Sri Lanka and look forward to England's titanic, must win game against India on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 29, 2019 • 29:09
Zafar Ansari special: Quitting at 25, Trescothick, pay, public school dominance (and the World Cup)
In a special episode of the Wisden Cricket Daily Podcast, Zafar Ansari joins Yas Rana and Phil Walker to talk about his reasons for quitting the sport at 25, the ongoing World Cup, Marcus Trescothick's career, cricketers' pay, diversity within cricket and much, much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 28, 2019 • 50:22
It's Babar Azam Day
It’s getting to the business end of the tournament, and on the back of a Babar Azam masterpiece that puts Pakistan right back in the heart of it, Phil Walker gets suitably carried away with the right-hander's celestial genius. Thankfully Andrew Alderson of the NZ Herald is on hand to provide some rather more sober analysis about New Zealand’s chances, and we also hear from John Stern, Wisden Cricket Monthly’s editor-at-large, who tries vainly to keep the pessimism at bay while picking through th
Jun 27, 2019 • 25:27
Panic on the streets of London
A Glastonbury-bound Jo Harman joins Phil Walker from Lord’s to unpick England’s latest botched run chase - make that three in four now - as Australia gave their hosts a lesson in how to play hard-boiled tournament cricket. Are we on the cusp of the most exquisitely English of failures? Or is the No.1-ranked side in the world toying with us? We’ve been here before... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 26, 2019 • 23:03
Wisden Extra Podcast: The race for the top four is hotting up
Jo Harman is joined by Daniel Norcross of Test Match Special and CricViz analyst Ben Jones to reflect on the last week of World Cup action and preview the key matches ahead. With Bangladesh beating Afghanistan, thanks to another inspired performance from Shakib Al Hasan, they joined Sri Lanka and Pakistan in cranking up the pressure on the top four. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 25, 2019 • 45:50
Pakistan keep their semi-final hopes alive, the South African horror-show continues
At the 1992 World Cup, Pakistan won just one of their first five matches and went on to lift the trophy. Could history be about to repeat itself? Jo Harman is joined by Daniel Gallan to look back at Pakistan’s 49-run victory over the Proteas at Lord’s, as they discuss the potent threat of Mohammad Amir and Wahab Riaz, some strong words from coach Mickey Arthur for the Pakistani press, and the futures of Faf du Plessis and Ottis Gibson. They also consider the wider impact this miserable campaig
Jun 24, 2019 • 21:30
Afghanistan’s near miss, the Dhoni go-slow and brilliant Brathwaite
Day 24 of the Men’s Cricket World Cup was Super Saturday – two games packed full of drama reaching nail-biting climaxes. Jo Harman is joined by Chetan Narula to reflect on India’s 11-run win over Afghanistan, as they debate whether MS Dhoni’s curious innings almost cost his side the match. And we also have Kiwi reporter Andrew Alderson on the show, dissecting an extraordinary match between New Zealand and West Indies at Old Trafford in which Carlos Brathwaite almost pulled off one of the all-tim
Jun 23, 2019 • 28:24
Sri Lanka stun England, race for semi-final places wide open
Jo Harman is joined by Phil Walker and Indian journalist Manoj Narayan as they probe England's shocking loss to Sri Lanka, how that has thrown this World Cup wide open and its effect on the tournament standings. The boys further discuss the upcoming games and India's options in absence of Shikhar Dhawan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 22, 2019 • 31:56
Mark Butcher special: The World Cup so far, Mark Wood, county cricket and Jimi Hendrix
Mark Butcher joins Yas Rana and Jo Harman on a special episode of the Wisden Cricket Daily Podcast. He talks about the World Cup so far, the disparity in athleticism between the top teams and the rest, James Vince, Mark Wood, county cricket, Surrey's season so far, Dom Sibley, Jimi Hendrix and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 21, 2019 • 55:04
Williamson masterclass puts New Zealand go top, South Africa on verge of exit
Jo Harman is joined by Dan Gallan after another defeat for South Africa. A Kane Williamson masterclass all but ended their World Cup hopes, while New Zealand are virtually assured of a spot in the last four. Jo and Dan look back at one of the games of the tournament and discuss what the future holds for South African cricket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 19, 2019 • 24:36
Morgan mania hits Old Trafford, England rewrite the record books
We are officially halfway through this tournament – 24 matches in, 24 to go. Phil Walker is joined by Jo Harman at Old Trafford to dissect England’s latest statement performance, at the hands of Afghanistan, a match that featured more sixes than any other World Cup game in history. And the boys look forward to the matches to come later in the week and ask if South Africa and Bangladesh can keep the story bubbling along. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 19, 2019 • 20:26
Wisden Extra Podcast: An Audience with Robin Smith
Robin Smith, one of the greatest England batsmen of his era, a Hampshire institution and, in the words of Mark Nicholas, “A dashingly handsome player in every respect”, joins the author Jon Hotten and our host Phil Walker to discuss the World Cup so far, the unassuming genius of Joe Root, what it was like to face Warne and Marshall, and why he felt compelled to commit his astonishing life story to paper in his new autobiography, The Judge. Plus, hear some expert advice from Betfair’s cricket cor
Jun 18, 2019 • 59:23
Can anyone stop India? And is there any way back for hapless Pakistan?
The match to end all matches, a rivalry to shake and shape the world as we know it, the biggest game in the history of big games – at least since the last one – and a comprehensive cakewalk for this seriously good Indian juggernaut. Phil Walker is joined by the Indian journalist and broadcaster Chetan Narula, and Ben Jones from CricViz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 17, 2019 • 23:34
Is it time we took this Australian side seriously? With Sam Perry of The Grade Cricketer
Is it time we started taking this Australian side seriously? Played five, won four, eight points, sitting pretty at the top of the table. And yet still the Australian sporting cognoscenti seem intent on telling us there’s nothing to see here. What ’ s afoot? Sam Perry of the Grade Cricketer tells all to Phil Walker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 16, 2019 • 22:50
England supreme, commentary censorship and more injuries
Dan Norcross joins Jo Harman and Phil Walker after a third dominant England win of the tournament. Dan also gives his opinion on the recent controversy regarding the freedom afforded to (or lack thereof) the World Cup broadcast commentators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 15, 2019 • 38:11
Special: Tymal Mills on the World Cup, bowling fast and picking up cricket late
Tymal Mills joins Yas Rana and Phil Walker for a special episode looking at not only the World Cup but Tymal's career so far, fast bowling and the future of T20 competitions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 14, 2019 • 38:43
Australia win at Taunton, Pakistan lament shoddy fielding performance
Australia pick up a crucial win at Taunton over Pakistan to put themselves into a strong position to qualify for the semi-finals. Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Sam Landsberger look back at one of the games of the tournament so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 13, 2019 • 29:11
Another washout and injury concerns everywhere you look
Jo Harman and Phil Walker are back at the end of another washout. They talk about the ramifications of yet another 'no result' as well as how the numerous injury concerns may affect various teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 11, 2019 • 19:58
Wisden Extra Podcast: The top three taking shape and fast bowlers everywhere
Phil Walker and Jo Harman are joined by the Evening Standard's Will Macpherson as they look back at the last seven days of World Cup action. They also share their tips for the week ahead. Phil also had a chat with Betfair cricket analyst Paul Krishnamurty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 11, 2019 • 44:52
India impress with confident victory at The Oval
Chetan Narula joins Phil Walker to discuss India's impressive victory over Australia at The Oval. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 10, 2019 • 30:25
Roy's emphatic return to form and New Zealand's return to the top of the table
Roy's emphatic return to form and New Zealand's return to the top of the table by Wisden Cricket Weekly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 9, 2019 • 31:33
CWC19 'Best and Worsts' - a washout in Bristol
In the absence of any play in Bristol, Jo Harman and Phil Walker discuss their 'Best and Worsts' of the World Cup so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 8, 2019 • 35:19
The Aussies win a thriller, the Women's Ashes and the World Cup honeymoon
The Aussies win a thriller, the Women's Ashes and the World Cup honeymoon by Wisden Cricket Weekly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 7, 2019 • 43:06
India off to a winning start, New Zealand top the table
Jo Harman, Phil Walker and Dan Gallan look back on day seven of this year's Cricket World Cup. India got off to a winning start against a South Africa side on the brink of an early exit while New Zealand scraped past Bangladesh to put themselves top of the table after the first week of the tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 6, 2019 • 28:11
Sri Lanka's first win, England's fielding and World Cup surprises
Jo Harman is joined by Lizzy Ammon and Ben Jones to look back at Sri Lanka's first win of the tournament as well as assessing the biggest surprises of the World Cup so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 5, 2019 • 26:14
Wisden Extra Podcast: Neil Manthorp on what we’ve learnt from the World Cup so far
Neil Manthorp joins Phil Walker and Jo Harman, to discuss the last 5 days of the World Cup, while looking forward to what is ahead of us this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 4, 2019 • 43:24
Pakistan do a Pakistan and give England a Trent Bridge reality check
Jo Harman and Phil Walker look back at Pakistan's surprise win over England Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 4, 2019 • 23:42
'It's just not a very good cricket team' – South Africa lose their second World Cup game in a row
Jo Harman and Phil Walker are joined by South African cricket writer Dan Gallan after South Africa's defeat against Bangladesh – their second in as many games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 2, 2019 • 27:32
The Grade Cricketer's Sam Perry on big wins for Australia and New Zealand
The Grade Cricketer's Sam Perry reflects on two more one-sided World Cup matches with Wisden Cricket Monthly magazine editor Jo Harman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 2, 2019 • 29:21
Pakistan blown away by brilliant West Indies
Jo Harman, Phil Walker and the editor of PakPassion, Saj Sadiq, discuss West Indies' emphatic victory over Pakistan on the second day of the World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 31, 2019 • 21:41
Niall O'Brien on England's winning start, his World Cup memories and the state of Irish cricket
Niall O'Brien joins Yas Rana and Phil Walker to dissect England's opening win over South Africa. Niall also reflects on his own World Cup memories as well as how he sees the next few years of Irish cricket going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 31, 2019 • 56:16
Wisden Extra Podcast: the World Cup fever edition
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May 29, 2019 • 53:00
World Cup special: Felix White and Lizzy Ammon on 1999, legacy and 2019's likely winners
The first episode of the Wisden Cricket Daily Podcast. Felix White and Lizzy Ammon join Yas Rana, Jo Harman and Phil Walker for a live show at the Bira 91 World Cup lounge in the Royal Garden Hotel. They weigh up England's chances, discuss the likely legacy of the tournament, look back at past England failures at the tournament and predict their semi-finalists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 24, 2019 • 49:09
Club Cricket Special: The volunteer conundrum & key debates for the new season
In a wide-ranging discussion to launch the new Wisden Club Cricket Podcast, Rich Evans, club cricket editor of Wisden Cricket Monthly, speaks to Simon Prodger, the managing director of the national cricket conference, on grassroots cricket’s volunteer problem, the joy of a new season and the key debates facing grassroots cricket in 2019. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 17, 2019 • 45:27
Jos Buttler, epic IPL finals and Matt Renshaw on Pune, Kent, Newcastle and much more
Kent and Australia opening batsman Matt Renshaw joins Ben Gardner and Yas Rana on the panel to discuss Jos Buttler's sensational hundred at the Ageas Bowl, two epic IPL finals and Matt's own experiences playing Test cricket after the Cape Town Test last year, his incident at Pune, his English roots and much, much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 15, 2019 • 46:31
Episode 29 – Wasim Khan on the PCB, the future of smaller counties and British Asian role models
Managing director of the PCB and former Leicestershire Chief Executive Wasim Khan joins Yas Rana and Jo Harman in a special episode looking at politics within the PCB, what the future holds for smaller counties and his role as a trailblazer for British Asians in English cricket. The panel also look back at England's wins in Dublin and Cardiff as well as the latest IPL and RLODC action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 8, 2019 • 41:05
Episode 28 – Alex Hales, raw pace and IPL numbers
CricViz's Freddie Wilde joins Yas Rana and Jo Harman to discuss Alex Hales' World Cup omission, the last week's county cricket action and the fastest bowlers of all-time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 5, 2019 • 42:07
Episode 27 – Ollie Rayner on Eoin Morgan, colourful characters, being a spinner and Germany
Ollie Rayner joins Yas Rana and Phil Walker to discuss the last week in the world of cricket, what Eoin Morgan is like in the dressing room, how cricket can often stifle colourful characters, the trials of being an English spinner and how he wants to put German cricket on the world map. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 25, 2019 • 44:10
Episode 26 – The philosophy of DRS, World Cup squads and cricket's sliding doors moments
Alison Mitchell and Daisy Christodoulou join Yas Rana and Phil Walker on this week's panel as they discuss how technology has affected the game before debating the more contentious World Cup selection discussions of the last week. As ever, they reflect on the past week's county cricket action as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 19, 2019 • 1:00:18
Episode 25 – Almanack special with Lawrence Booth
Editor of the Wisden Almanack Lawrence Booth joins Jo Harman and Yas Rana for a special episode which looks at not only the start of the County Championship season, but also this year's Wisden Almanack, which was released last week. Lawrence talks through the process of putting the Almanack together as well as the reasons behind his picks for the five Cricketers of the Year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 13, 2019 • 44:25
Episode 24: Clarke and Duckett on The Hundred, the 2005 Ashes, Moores, Moeen and Social Media
In a special episode, Nottinghamshire duo Ben Duckett and Joe Clarke join Yas Rana and Ben Gardner to discuss the latest week in cricket but also the reasons why they both decided to join Notts, The Hundred, their memories of the 2005 Ashes, Moeen Ali and how social media can affect the current generation of England cricketers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 3, 2019 • 47:17
Episode 23 – County season predictions, Haseeb Hameed and yes, Mankads
Lizzy Ammon joins Yas Rana and Phil Walker to look ahead to the new county season. They preview the teams, pick out players to watch and stick their necks on the line with a collection of predictions for the year ahead. Phil tries to unpick the curious tale of Haseeb Hameed while they all get their teeth into the tedious Mankad debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 28, 2019 • 50:05
Episode 22 – Wyatt's coming of age, the Lambeth Lara and dodgy declarations
Izzy Westbury joins Ben Gardner and Yas Rana to discuss England's recent tour to India, Afghanistan's first Test win, another exciting Pakistani fast bowler, the IPL and, of course, the Leeward Islands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 20, 2019 • 44:48
Episode 21 – Pointless T20s, meaningful T20s, Pat Pocock and the county season
In arguably the most fun episode yet, Mr Surrey himself Mark Church joins Yas Rana and Phil Walker to discuss England's T20I series whitewashes in the Caribbean and India, Australia's ODI resurgence, the upcoming county season and THAT Johnny Baran video. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 13, 2019 • 51:07
Episode 20 - Kane or Kohli, brilliant catches, and the corridors of power
Felix White joins Phil Walker and Ben Gardner to discuss England's final-ODI capitulation against West Indies, Chris Jordan's ridiculous catch, Ireland's tour of Afghanistan, and wonder just who on earth Felix could be writing a book with... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 7, 2019 • 36:00
Episode 19 – Six education, unlikely wins and the Kolpak dilemma
Vithushan Ehantharajah joins Yas Rana and Phil Walker to discuss another immensely busy week in cricket. They look back on six-hitting exhibitions from around the globe, a tense win for the England Women's team, Sri Lanka's unlikely trumph over South Africa and Duanne Olivier's decision to join Yorkshire on a Kolpak deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 28, 2019 • 41:10
Episode 18: Remarkable comebacks and the greatest individual series of all-time
Phil Walker, Yas Rana and CricViz's Ben Jones discuss a week of remarkable comebacks, a glut of sixes in the Caribbean, the greatest individual series of all-time and much, more more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 22, 2019 • 47:15
Episode 17 – England win a Test match, banners, stump mics and Otis Redding
Shortly after his return from Australia, Adam Collins joins the panel to discuss England's win in St Lucia, a big month for women's cricket, distasteful banners and Australia's Ashes chances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 14, 2019 • 39:24
Episode 16: Stuart Law on a winning West Indies team and a bright future for Middlesex
The former West Indies coach and current Middlesex coach Stuart Law joins the panel to give a unique insight on the West Indies side that's dominating England in the Caribbean and looks ahead to his new job at Middlesex. Stuart also has some words of advice for batsmen snubbed by Aussie selectors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 7, 2019 • 48:45
Episode 15 – From Wally Hammond to Rohit Paudel and everything in-between
Yas Rana, Phil Walker and Andy Zaltzman talk about, via a Wally Hammond-inspired tangent, England's disastrous Test in Barbados and discuss what England could do differently in Antigua. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 30, 2019 • 50:24
Episode 14 – KP, Dhoni's World Cup hopes and football vs cricket
Yas Rana, Jo Harman and esteemed football writer and cricket enthusiast Jonathan Wilson talk about the last week in cricket, from Dhoni's World Cup hopes to a controversial KP Tweet, as well as comparisons between the coverage of cricket and football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 23, 2019 • 42:35
Episode 13 – Caribbean special with Derek Pringle and Graham Gooch
In a special episode looking forward to England's Test series against the West Indies, Wisden Cricket Monthly's Phil Walker and Jo Harman look back at previous encounters between the two sides with former England all-rounder Derek Pringle. The episode also features a pre-recorded segment with Graham Gooch on Viv Richards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 17, 2019 • 52:30
Episode 12 - Giles, the Hundred and Will Pucovski
Yas Rana, Jo Harman and for the first time, Lizzy Ammon of the Times, digest the last week in cricket and discuss whether or not they think the Hundred will be a success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 10, 2019 • 38:48
Episode 11 – The Wicketkeepers' Union, Australia's Middle-Order Madness, And The Joy Of Jasprit
The panel of Jo Harman, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana discuss the three Boxing Day Test matches, the chaotic restructuring of the Australian middle-order, another series win for New Zealand, Dale Steyn and an entertaining conversation with Jack Russell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 3, 2019 • 32:06
Episode 10 – Good blokes, bad blokes and the IPL Auction
In our final episode of the year, Test Match Special's Daniel Norcross makes his first appearance on the podcast alongside Jo Harman and Yas Rana as they discuss the IPL auction, Australia's win in Perth and argue over who should be in the Test team of the year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 20, 2018 • 53:44
Episode 9 - 2018 in review, English players in the IPL and Niroshan Dickwella
In the first of two end of year review specials, Yas Rana, Jo Harman and Vithushan Ehantharajah talk first about the last week in cricket, including an open letter to the ECB from a Worcestershire fan and the amazing story of New Zealand's Will Somerville, before they pick out their favourite stories and breakthrough players of the year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 12, 2018 • 46:30
Episode 8 - Kohli's netting, The Hundred and England's squad for the West Indies
Yas Rana is joined by the magazine editor of Wisden Cricket Monthly, Jo Harman, and the Evening Standard's rugby and cricket correspondent, Will Macpherson. The trio talk about the first day of the Australia vs India series, the future of the shorter forms of the game, England's likely squads for the Caribbean and beyond as well as the potential verdict of the Stokes/Hales hearing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 6, 2018 • 35:45
Episode 7 - Garnishes, Archer, leg-spin and Kohli's quest to conquer Australia
Phil Walker is joined by regular guest Jo Harman and CricViz's Patrick Noone as they talk about England's series win in Sri Lanka, what England's XI will look like in the first Test in the Caribbean and Yasir Shah's brilliance. Adam Collins joins them on the phone from Australia to preview the upcoming Test series between India and Australia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 29, 2018 • 43:45
Episode 6 - WT20 Final special, the castigated Jonny Bairstow and Ishant Sharma
Phil Walker is joined by Wisden's Ben Gardner and CricViz's Ben Jones and they discuss England's WT20 final hopes, Jonny Bairstow's brilliant comeback knock and a statistical study on the new golden age of fasts bowling. They are also joined by Adam Collins and the BBC's Henry Moeran who are both out in Antigua. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 23, 2018 • 46:50
Episode 5 - The Sam Curran Experience
Phil Walker is joined by regular guest Jo Harman and the departing Ed Kemp as they discuss Sam Curran's brilliance, the challenges coming up for England in the ongoing World T20 in the Caribbean and, interestingly, what the future holds for Zimbabwean cricket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 16, 2018 • 30:59
Episode 4: The Bairstow Dilemma, WT20 preview and England cricket's very own Harry Maguire
England secured their first overseas win in more than two years this week, but it has left them with an almighty selection conundrum. The Wisden trio of Yas Rana, Jo Harman and Ben Gardner disect England's brilliant win and talk about the ramifications of Katherine Brunt's injury, funky run-ups and much more from the world of cricket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 10, 2018 • 38:54
Episode 3 - How Australia’s strange year just got stranger, English spinners and county cricket
Episode 3 - How Australia’s strange year just got stranger, English spinners and county cricket by Wisden Cricket Weekly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 2, 2018 • 42:37
Episode 2 - Kohli's 10,000 run purple patch, England's World Cup squad and the World T20
Editor-in-chief of Wisden Cricket Monthly Phil Walker talks to the Wisden duo of Jo Harman and Ben Gardner about Virat Kohli's incredible ODI form, the make-up of England's World Cup squad, the Women's World T20 and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 25, 2018 • 31:11
Wisden Cricket Weekly Episode 1 - Rain, Tim Paine, And Match Fixing Shame
Wisden Cricket Monthly editor-in-chief Phil Walker and hip young gunslingers Ben Gardner and Yas Rana discuss the week in cricket, and argue furiously about whether Babar Azam is any good Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 19, 2018 • 30:17
Pakistan vs Australia Second Test: Day Four Review
Adam Collins and Geoff Lemon discuss the fourth and final day of the second Test, featuring interviews with Australian captain Tim Paine and stand-in Pakistan captain Asad Shafiq, and discussing, among other things, the masterful Mohammad Abbas, who claimed the best figures by a Pakistani in the UAE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 19, 2018 • 17:40
Pakistan vs Australia Second Test: Day Three Review
Adam Collins and Geoff Lemon talk about the events of day three and most importantly, they talk to Azhar Ali about 'that' run out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 18, 2018 • 18:14
Pakistan vs Australia Second Test: Day Two
Day Two was dominated by Pakistan throughout. They skittled Australia out for 145 and ended the day on 144-2 in their second innings. Adam Collins and Geoff Lemon digest the events of the day plus interviews with Aaron Finch and Fakhar Zaman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 17, 2018 • 13:28
Pakistan vs Australia Second Test: Day One Review
After an even first day of the second Test, Adam Collins and Geoff Lemon talk through the day's biggest moments. Geoff also has a chat with two of the stars of the day's play - Fakhar Zaman and Nathan Lyon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 16, 2018 • 17:38
Pakistan vs Australia Second Test: Preview
Adam Collins and Geoff Lemon preview the second Test between Pakistan and Australia. They talk to Peter Siddle as well as both captains, and give a unique perspective on the somewhat surprising conditions in Abu Dhabi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 15, 2018 • 21:42
Pakistan vs Australia First Test: Day Five Review
Adam Collins and Geoff Lemon talk through an amazing final day's play in Dubai, plus interviews with Usman Khawaja, Tim Paine and Sarfraz Ahmed. Tune in on Tuesday at wisden.com for live coverage from the second Test from Abu Dhabi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 11, 2018 • 20:49
Pakistan vs Australia First Test: Day Four Review
Pakistan vs Australia First Test: Day Four Review by Wisden Cricket Weekly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 10, 2018 • 18:52
Pakistan vs Australia First Test: Day Three Review
Adam Collins and Geoff Lemon digest the events of day three that saw Australia spectacularly collapse from 142-0 to 202 all out. Geoff talks to Bilal Asif and Aaron Finch. Listen to every ball of day four live on wisden.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 9, 2018 • 14:45
Pakistan vs Australia First Test: Day Two Review
Adam Collins and Geoff Lemon talk about the key moments of the second day of the first Test. Geoff also speaks to Marnus Labuschagne and Asad Shafiq at the close of play. Tune into to the Wisden website tomorrow morning for live coverage of day three. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 8, 2018 • 15:57
Pakistan vs Australia First Test: Day One Review
Adam Collins and Geoff Lemon go through the action from Day One of this Test match, featuring interviews with Peter Siddle and Mohammad Hafeez. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 7, 2018 • 17:39
Pakistan vs Australia Preview
Adam Collins and Geoff Lemon preview the two Test series between Pakistan and Australia in the UAE, featuring interviews with both teams' captains, Tim Paine and Sarfraz Ahmed. You listen to every ball of the series live on the Wisden website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 7, 2018 • 23:52
The Wisden Cricket Podcast: Episode 6 – Jason Gillespie
Joining Vithushan Ehantharajah and Phil Walker for the Wisden Cricket Podcast is former Australian quick bowler and now decorated head coach Jason Gillespie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 4, 2018 • 33:46
The Wisden Cricket Podcast: Episode 5 – Gareth Batty
Vithushan Ehantharajah and Phil Walker are joined by Surrey and England off-spinner Gareth Batty, as well as Adam Collins, to discuss England's selection for the India Test series and the new Wisden Cricket Monthly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 30, 2018 • 50:25
The Wisden Cricket Podcast: Episode 4 – Andy Zaltzman
In the latest Wisden Podcast, comedian and Test Match Special scorer Andy Zaltzmann joins Vithushan Ehantharajah and Phil Walker for hilarious and insightful cricket chat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 15, 2018 • 45:25
A brief history of Irish cricket
As Ireland begin their new era as a Test match nation, Roger McCann tells you all you need to know about cricket in the Emerald Isle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 15, 2018 • 8:34
The Wisden Cricket Podcast: Episode 3 – Little Yellow Bible edition
Vithushan Ehantharajah hosts the third Wisden Cricket Podcast, with regular guests Phil Walker and Jo Harman joined by Wisden editor, Lawrence Booth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 12, 2018 • 56:31
The Wisden Cricket Podcast: Episode 2
Vithushan Ehantharajah, Phil Walker and Jo Harman of Wisden Cricket Monthly are joined by Middlesex and ex-England batsman Nick Compton to discuss the Ashes and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 11, 2017 • 1:00:11
