Dean at Stumps

Dean at Stumps is a cricket podcast which features interviews with players both current and former. It is Zimbabwe’s only cricket podcast

Tafadzwa Tsiga

Zimbabwe’s wicket-keeper batter Tafadzwa Tsiga had an integral part to play in Zimbabwe‘s dismantling of Afghanistan in the recently concluded one off test matched played at Harare sports club. Tsiga’s glove work was nothing short of sublime. He talks about what it was like to be in a winning team for a change, and the hard work he has put in to his keeping

10-24
14:11

The Frost Brothers.

Alistair and younger brother Michael talk in depth about their cricketing ambitions, and their rivalry between the siblings and a multitalented family.From their cousins who represented Zimbabwe on the tennis court, to uncles who played first class and international Cricket in Zimbabwe.

10-17
28:08

The return of Graeme Cremer and Brendan Taylor

Both former captains, both approaching 40 years old. Leg spinner Graeme Cremer and Brendan Taylor talk about their impending return to Zimbabwe’s national and domestic setup.

08-05
39:18

Dion Ebrahim

Dion Ebrahim Zimbabwe’s batting coach has an in-depth conversation with Dean du Plessis about what he hopes to achieve as the batting coach, he’s stint with the New Zealand Black Caps, and his playing career

06-18
45:48

The Rebirth of Brendan Taylor

Zimbabwe’s former Brendan Taylor had it all. He captained Zimbabwe with distinction. He played for English county side Nottinghamshire. He dazzled fans around the world with his ability to play ramp and scoop-shots off the pace-bowlers, and a variety of sweep-shots off the spinners. After Zimbabwe’s brief suspension from international cricket by the ICC, life took a terrible turn for Brendan. In this very deep and honest conversation with Dean du Plessis, Brendan talks about a harrowing trip to India, discovering sobriety, and his plans to return to play for Zimbabwe at the age of 39

03-27
38:37

Dale Steyn

Fiery on the pitch, and capable of producing devastating spells of reverse swing bowling at high pace, former South African pace-bowler Dale Steyn talks to Dean du Plessis about the IPL, his most memorable test match performances, his admiration for KG Rabada and more

03-23
50:44

Celebrating international women’s month with Mary-Anne Musonda-Nhira

Zimbabwe’s Women’s captain Mary-Anne Musonda-Nhira has captained Zimbabwe with integrity, humility and distinction since 2019. Dean du Plessis had a short but most enjoyable chat with this gracious lady.

03-21
12:27

Sean Williams 20 years of playing international cricket for Zimbabwe.

Sean Williams made his international debut for Zimbabwe as an 18 year old batter. He talks in depth to Dean du Plessis abut his volatility, the highest and the lows. The people who influenced him along the way, and what he still hopes to achieve in the time he has left.He understands that more and more niggles, twinges and injuries are inhibiting his abilities so he wants to try and achieve as much as he can with the time that he has left

03-20
01:17:18

Tony Munyonga

Allrounder Tony Munyonga sits down with Dean du Plessis and talks about his recent form for his franchise the Eagles, his return to the national side, fatherhood and the support of his family

03-11
18:57

Meet the Balbirnies

Ireland’s test captain Andrew Balbirnie and his Mother, Candy and Father, Ashley join Dean du Plessis in a wide ranging and lighthearted conversation

02-21
37:37

Ben Curran

Ben Curran, brother of Tom and Sam Curren opens the batting for Zimbabwe. He scored his maiden ODI century, 118* to secure a 2-1 series win for Zimbabwe over Ireland. He also talks about his family and pays tribute to his late father Kevin

02-20
13:58

PJ Moor

PJ Moor made his test debut for Zimbabwe at Queens Sports club against New Zealand in 2016. Now he is returning to the venue of his debut to play against the country of his birth as he now represents his newly adopted country island

02-05
11:04

Johnathan Campbell

Johnathan Campbell, son of former test captain Alistair Campbell has been included in Zimbabwe’s squad which will be traveling to Bangladesh where they will play 5 T20 internationals.

04-26
14:19

Richard Ngarava

The softly spoken powerfully built left-arm quick bowler Richard Ngarava talks about his long term vision, his willingness to learn from others, and his very close friend and new ball partner, Blessing Muzarabani

04-24
37:28

Brad Evans talking on injury.

Allrounder Brad Evans has been out of action for some time due to shin splints. He is however making steady progress towards recovery. “I’m in a much better place than when I first donned the Zimbabwe jersey”. He has been working exceptionally hard on improving his batting as well

02-27
32:11

Harry Tector

Ireland’s Superstar batter Harry Tom Tector has already made a big impression in his relatively young international career. He talks about his desire to play more test cricket, his very supportive family who have very deep cricketing roots, and regales us with some of his memorable match winning performances for his beloved Ireland alongside players such as Paul Stirling, Kevin o’Brien, and Andy Balbirnie

12-12
27:56

Nick Welch

After a stint with English County team Leicestershire, 25 year old Nick Welsh has returned to the country of his birth to pursue his international career. The dashing top order batter has already had a taste of international cricket when he was selected to travel to Windhoek Namibia, where Zimbabwe and the hosts played each other in 5 T20 internationals. Zimbabwe return to the same venue for the T20 World Cup qualifiers. Although he is quiet and laid-back, this, Jack Russell lover is delighted to be back home for good, and relishes the opportunity to get stuck in

11-16
22:48

Antum Naqvi

Born in Belgium, raised in Sydney Australia, allrounder Antum Naqvi has adopted Zimbabwe as his home-country. “I am very ready and very committed to play for Zimbabwe right now if I get the opportunity”. Naqvi also has a commercial pilot license, however, he has put that on hold as he focuses on his very promising cricket career

11-14
28:24

Dave houghton on The Importance of a positive mindset

Zimbabwe’s national men’s head coach and former test captain Dave Houghton gives an in-depth analysis as as to how how the mindset and self belief of players change as their careers develop

10-20
41:36

"I’m experiencing 19 months of true living” Says Brendan Taylor

Former Zimbabwe captain Brendan Taylor is in the process of raising money to build a rehabilitation and retreat centre in the Eastern Highlands of Zimbabwe. He also shares his 19 months experience of what he refers to as True living after his addiction of alcohol and drugs

09-13
24:05

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