The Cricket Podcast

With a short gap between test matches, we find some time to look back at last weeks IPL auction! Cam Green made the big bucks from his move to KKR, but there are plenty other moves to discuss and a fair few surprises. In part 2 we return to the Ashes to dissect the video of Ben Duckett being catastrophically drunk in Noosa. What do we make of his behaviour? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Urn stays Down Under. In this episode of The Cricket Podcast, we break down Australia’s ruthless 3-0 series clinch in record time. From the relentless pace of Pat Cummins to England’s "Bazball" hitting a brick wall on Australian decks, we analyze how the 2025-26 Ashes were won and lost in just 11 days of play. We’re diving into the tactical failures, the Adelaide Oval collapse, and why Mitchell Starc remains England's ultimate nemesis. Is a 5-0 whitewash now a certainty? We debate the fallout for Ben Stokes’ side and whether England can find any answers before the Boxing Day Test at the MCG. Get the latest insights, player ratings, and expert post-match analysis on the biggest rivalry in cricket. Subscribe for your daily dose of Ashes drama and the definitive inquest into England's latest tour disaster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was a grim day for England in the second Ashes Test match at Adelaide Oval. Join The Cricket Podcast team as we dissect a disastrous Day 4 performance that saw the tourists "limp" to stumps, teetering on the brink of an insurmountable 0-2 series deficit. We break down the Australian bowlers' clinical execution, England's recurring batting frailties under lights with the pink ball, and analyze exactly where the match slipped decisively out of Ben Stokes’ grasp. Is the Barmy Army already booking early flights home? We preview the inevitable Day 5 conclusion and ask tough questions about England's strategy and team selection for the remainder of the 2025 Ashes tour. This episode is a must-listen for all fans looking for immediate analysis, match highlights, and a dose of commiseration after another tough day for the English Test side. Tune in for expert insight and raw reaction to the pivotal moments from Adelaide's Day 4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Travis Head delivers a local legend’s masterclass at the Adelaide Oval as Australia takes a stranglehold on the 2025 Ashes. After a brief morning fightback from Ben Stokes and Jofra Archer, Head’s dominant unbeaten century—supported by a gritty Alex Carey—pushed the Australian lead beyond 350 runs, leaving England staring at a 3-0 series deficit and the loss of the urn. In this episode of The Cricket Podcast, we break down every key moment from Day 3, including Head’s controversial reprieve on 99, England’s mounting injury concerns with Ben Stokes, and the tactical failures of Bazball under pressure. Subscribe for daily Ashes 2025 highlights, expert analysis, and updates as Australia moves within six wickets of a historic series victory in Adelaide. https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this recap of the 2025 Ashes Third Test Day 2, we dissect the catastrophic England batting collapse that has left their hopes hanging by a thread. We analyze how Pat Cummins dismantled a meek England side under the Adelaide lights, questioning if the Bazball era has finally met its match. For fans seeking the latest England vs Australia highlights, we break down every pivotal wicket and tactical error that saw the visitors slide toward a definitive defeat. Is the Ashes already over? From Jofra Archer’s bowling efforts to the top-order's failure to fire, we provide the essential Third Test analysis you need. This episode of The Cricket Podcast explores whether Ben Stokes can conjure a miracle or if Australia is destined to retain the urn. Subscribe for expert insights into the 2025 Ashes and the brutal reality of England’s current form. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a back and forth day where both teams seem determined to be terrible at various points, Australia ended the day on 326/8 and the test in the balance. Ross and Max take you through the days action! Chippy was unavailable for this one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get ready for a massive week in the world of cricket! In this episode, we dive deep into the upcoming 3rd Ashes Test at the Adelaide Oval, exploring the crucial matchups and who needs to step up to keep the series alive. With Australia currently leading the Ashes 2025/26 series, the pressure is mounting on England's key players. Our experts break down the pitch conditions, team changes, and provide their bold predictions for the decisive day/night Test match. The action isn't just Down Under; it's also about to explode at the IPL auction! The podcast shifts gears to preview the highly anticipated IPL 2026 mini-auction in Abu Dhabi. Is Australian all-rounder Cameron Green really set to break all previous auction records and surpass Rishabh Pant's massive INR 27 crore bid? We analyze which franchises have the biggest war chests, the key players available for bidding, and predict where the biggest surprises might land. Tune in for expert analysis on the Ashes, IPL news, and all the T20 buzz you need! Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England stare down a 2-0 deficit against Australia after a crushing defeat in the second Ashes Test at the Gabba. This episode of our podcast dives deep into the heart of the crisis in England cricket. We provide essential Ashes analysis, unpacking Ben Stokes’ post-match comments and questioning the team's mental fortitude in Australian conditions. Join our panel as we pinpoint where England went wrong—from critical errors in the field to questionable "Bazball" tactics—and debate potential player changes ahead of the must-win third Test in Adelaide. We ask: Can Joe Root inspire a miracle comeback, or is this Ashes series already over? Tune in for expert insights into England's toughest test yet. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England suffered a dramatic Ashes collapse today, as Australia secured an emphatic eight-wicket win at the Gabba to go 2-0 up in the series. Join us as we dissect the stunning day four defeat, the batting woes, and what this humiliation means for England's hopes down under. We explore the urgent questions facing Stokes and McCullum after another poor performance. In this episode, we tackle the fallout: player ratings, tactical errors, and the potential team changes needed for the must-win Perth Test. We pull no punches in our analysis of a dark day for English cricket. Is the series over? Tune in for the definitive take on England's Ashes agony. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England is in serious trouble on Day 3 of the 2025 Ashes second Test in Brisbane, and the feeling of a looming "disaster" is real. Australia's lower order, led by Mitchell Starc, piled on the runs to build a massive first-innings lead, capitalising on a sloppy English fielding display (five dropped catches on day two alone!). In their second innings, England's openers started brightly but lost Ben Duckett before the close of play. Join Jack, Max, and Ross as they dissect all the action from a frustrating day for Ben Stokes' side at The Gabba. The lads cover the dropped catches, Australia's commanding position, Harry Brook's dismissal, and the immense challenge England faces on day four to save the Test match. Can Bazball dig them out of this hole, or is the series heading to 2-0. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Australia dominate Day 2 of the 2nd Ashes Test! In this episode of The Cricket Podcast, join Jack Hope, Ross Legg, and Max Rowe-Brown as they break down England's crushing day at the office and Australia's massive lead. The hosts analyze all the key moments from the Brisbane Test, strategic blunders, "Bazball" reactions, and whether England can bounce back or if the Ashes are already over. Don't miss the fiery debate and in-depth cricket analysis! Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Immediate reactions and expert analysis of a fiery first day in Brisbane. Mitchell Starc tore through the England top order, but Joe Root fights back with crucial runs. Who’s on top? Tune in now for Ashes analysis, cricket news, and key takeaways from the 2nd Test. #Ashes #EnglandCricket #AustraliaCricket #JoeRoot #MitchellStarc Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England faces critical questions following their initial loss. The debate surrounding all-rounder Will Jacks dominates selection discussions, forcing the side to re-evaluate their current strategy and balance. Jack and Ross get into the details and make their calls, As the series shifts to the second Test, the pressure intensifies. Australia holds the advantage, while England seeks a rapid course correction to prevent the tourists from taking a commanding lead. This match is pivotal in determining the trajectory of the 2025 Ashes series. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Jack, Matt, and Chippy dissect England's latest calamitous performance. Is it time for Bazball 2.0 or is this just another 'moral victory' for the Poms? The lads go deep on what it's really going to take for the Three Lions to recover some semblance of dignity, and perhaps even win a game of cricket abroad. It's a bumpy road ahead, and we're here for the ride. Then, we turn our attention to the hot mess that is the BCCI's red-ball setup. Coach Gautam Gambhir is facing a social media firing squad after recent Test losses, but are the calls to sack him justified? The team is in transition, the preparation is a shambles, and the pressure is mounting. We cut through the noise to figure out if it's Gambhir's tactics or a deeper structural failure that's the real issue. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's show, the boys take a microscope to the IPL retention deadline. Join us as we go through all ten franchises, picking apart the big releases, the surprising trades, and the questionable logic behind some of the decisions. From the franchises who nailed it to those who, let's be honest, will be left scrambling at the mini-auction, we've got you covered with all the analysis you've come to expect. We’ll break down which teams have left themselves with the strongest purse and which have the most work to do. Forget the soundbites; this is a full tactical debrief on the latest IPL squad reshuffles. What does it all mean for the upcoming season, and who has made the biggest blunder? Tune in as we figure it all out. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Travis Head crushed England's hopes on day 2 of the first Test of the 2025 Ashes. England woke up as favourites to win in Perth, however another batting collapse, another top performance from Mitchell Starc and another away Ashes debacle ensued. What do we make of Travis Head? Can England come back from this? Should we start following another sport? Check out Paul's Substack here: https://pauldennett.substack.com/ Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2025 Ashes is underway in Perth. England travelled to Australia full of confidence and everyone has been predicting a close battle between Stokes and co and the depleted Aussies. Day 1 of the first Test match was bananas. First England were skittled for 172, with Harry Brook the only bright note. But then in response Australia folded. Ben Stokes was rampant and Jofra Archer was unplayable. It is game on in The Ashes! Find us here: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Support us: https://www.patreon.com/thecricketpod Website: www.thecricketpod.com Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ashes are here, and so are we with our definitive predictions. This isn't just a friendly chat; we're putting our reputations on the line. We've gathered the crew to discuss who will lift the Urn and why this series might just redefine Test cricket. Expect passionate arguments, obscure historical references, and perhaps a touch of bias as we weigh the strengths and weaknesses of both the English and Australian squads. Tune in to see who we're backing to take home the prize. To add some official structure, we're using a "snake draft" format to lock in our predictions. Each host will draft key outcomes—from the final scoreline to top run-scorers and leading wicket-takers—forcing strategic consideration. It's a high-stakes battle of wits as we meticulously build our prediction sheets and ultimately crown one host as the supreme prognosticator of the 2025 Ashes series. Links to podcast audio: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod⁠ Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: ⁠https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod⁠ Buy coffee: ⁠https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the Ashes loom, The Cricket Podcast dissects the recently announced England squad and debates their chances of success down under. The boys dive into the controversial selections, including the shock inclusion of Will Jacks and the return of Harry Brook as vice-captain, and speculate on how the "Bazball" approach will fare against Australia's formidable bowling attack. Join us for a detailed player-by-player analysis as we unpack the crucial talking points, weigh the risks, and preview what promises to be another thrilling chapter in cricket's greatest rivalry. With the squad and warm-ups complete, the hosts assess the potential weaknesses and strengths of Ben Stokes' side. Is the fast bowling group quick enough to rattle the Australians on their home soil? How will England's fragile top order hold up against the likes of Cummins and Starc? We break down the key matchups, from the opening partnerships to the spin-bowling duel, and offer our fearless predictions for who will seize the urn. Tune in for the sharpest insight, humorous banter, and an unmissable preview of the ultimate Test cricket showdown. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ashes is almost here, and that can only mean one thing: it is time to dissect the Australian squad! In this episode, Jack Hope, Max Rowe-Brown, and Ross Legg dive deep into the chosen players for the upcoming series, breaking down the selections, potential omissions, and key strengths. Will the batting line-up hold up against the English attack? Is the bowling contingent as fearsome as recent history suggests? The team gives their verdict on all the major talking points, from the opening partnership to the spin options, setting the stage for what promises to be an electric Ashes contest. Join us as we go through the squad player by player, analysing who makes the likely starting XI, as well as categorising the Australians by fear factor: wombat, dingo or great white shark! Visit www.betterhelp.com/CRICKETPOD to get 10% off your first month – as heard on the podcast. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices