We do a deep dive into the IPL Auction this week, looking at why certain players get paid so much, what the different selection tactics are, and what this says about how T20 is currently played. We also look ahead to the season with some predictions. Plus, the man with two first names is on all of our lips as we look at who got lucky this auction. FROM 37:35. FROM 57:27, we take the opportunity to compare the IPL's success to the rather rapid demise of the BBL. We ask what went wrong and whether it can be fixed. In another round of VOX POPULI, we discuss if Virat Kohli is the greatest white- ball player of all time and whether Steve Smith should be dropped. Finally, in WHAT’S CAUGHT YOUR ATTENTION: - Ethan has been left a bit confused by some West Indies tactics. - Peerson reports on another dominant New Zealand performance at home - Ted reports on all the Australian selection stories and opens up a surprising amount of debate over the plan for the T20 team. PLUS, IN A CRICKET CENTRAL EXCLUSIVE, we reveal where Australian cricketers hang out in Melbourne.
Lots to discuss this week as Justin Langer unceremoniously departed and a war of words erupted between his supporters and the current team. We ask if Langer was unfairly treated and what the whole situation says about Cricket Australia's management. Plenty to talk about from England also as they make the first moves post-Ashes. ALL THIS FROM 36:25. In "WHAT CAUGHT YOUR ATTENTION?": - Ethan says Australia has "made a statement" with their T20 selections - Peerson sees signs of development in India's white ball team - Ted reports on some great (and some poor) performances in the shield. Finally, IN A NEW SEGMENT, VOX POPULI: - We discuss a listener's suggestion about how to make white-ball series' more interesting.
In lieu of the renewed discussion over Australian coach Justin Langer's future, the crew discuss his performance so far, the efficacy of his unique style and whether he should stay on as coach. We also discuss whether the Ashes victory marks the start of a great Australian era, or whether struggles away from home will continue to hurt them. SKIP TO 32:51 FOR THE START OF THIS DISCUSSION. In "WHAT CAUGHT YOUR ATTENTION?": - Peerson refuses to credit the West Indies for their recent T20 series victory against his pohms. - Ethan discusses the take-aways from the U19 World Cup and the biggest cricket tournament you've never heard of, The LEGENDS CRICKET LEAGUE. - Ted opens up a can of worms when he discusses the fall-out from the dramatic Women's Ashes Test.
Your favourite cricketing podcast takes on a new guise as your comprehensive guide to all the action from around the world. Once a week we will discuss all the big stories and do deep dives into different topics. On today's episode, in "Stories Of The Week", we discuss all the controversy surrounding the BBL Finals, the West Indies v England T20s and the upcoming SL v Australia series. In our weekly "deep dive", we discuss all the drama and fallout from the recent South Africa V India test series with our SPECIAL GUEST, NAVOD SENANAYAKE. Was "mental weakness" the cause of India's struggles? What is the real story behind Kohli's resignation? How good is Keegan Petersen? Can South Africa mount a genuine campaign for the top rank?
The final round of Good Call Bad Calls for the summer dealt up some very controversial opinions.
Join Vas, Teddy, Peerson and Ethan as they do a comprehensive recap of the summer. They hand out player ratings and moment of the series awards as well as revisiting our (somewhat embarrassing) preseries predictions.
Join Ted, Peerson and Ethan as they recap a see-sawing final day which ended with another English capitulation that handed Australia a 146-run match victory and a 4-0 series whitewash.
Join Vas, Peerson and Ethan as they recap all the action from the first days play in Hobart with Australia 6/241 at the close.
Join Vas, Ted and Peerson as they debate all the storylines and selection questions ahead of the final test. Plus, a fiery edition of Good Call Bad Call as the guys spar over everything from players being too friendly, to the quality of Steve Smith.
Join Vas, Teddy, Peerson and Ethan to debrief after one of the most dramatic final days in test match history. We discuss what the unlikely draw means for England and how it all went wrong for the Aussies. P.S. The voice you hear at the start is an elated Peerson Lynch after the final ball.
Join Ted, Peerson and Ethan as they discuss a historic Day 4 where Khawaja became just the third person in history to make back-to-back tons at the SCG. We also ask whether Cummins may come to regret his late declaration.
Join Ted, Peerson and Ethan for a lively discussion about the first signs of life from England as they made 7-258. We also ask, is Lyon overrated?
Join Vas, Ted and Peerson as they recap all the action from the second days play in Sydney, with England 0/13 at the close in reply to Australia's 8 declared for 416.
Join Ted, Peerson and Ethan as they discuss the interesting albeit short days play from Sydney. Plus, they discuss the historic result from across the ditch as Bangladesh beat NZ by 8 wickets.
The result of the series is no longer in question but there's plenty to play for as the two sides head to Sydney for the fourth test with the scoreline reading 3-0 Australia. Vas, Peerson and Ethan discuss Usman Khawaja's inclusion, the plethora of pace options available to the Australian selectors and which bowling quartet the visitors may unveil as they seek their first test win on Australian soil since the SCG test 11 years ago. Additionally, the trio plays a fun round of Good Call Bad Call.
Join Ted, Peerson and Ethan for a special episode today as we do a deep dive into why England are so poor and what needs to be done to fix it. We discuss everything from leadership to pathways for young players.
Join Vas, Ted and Ethan as they recap a day which was unbelievable, shocking and downright phenomenal all at once. In particular, they discuss Scott Boland's remarkable debut performance and the England collapse which led to Australia finishing them off in less than a session, the home side retaining the Ashes in the process.
Join Vas, Ted and Ethan as they recap all the action from an electrifying day at the MCG as 13 wickets fell and Australia finished the day with a 51 run lead. We also hear the always provocative thoughts of Peerson Lynch in a new segment, Pommie Ponderings.
Join Vas and Ted as they recap all the action from the first days play in Melbourne with Australia 1/61 at the close, trailing England by 124 runs on first innings with nine wickets in hand.