The Grade Cricketer

<p>Cricket is great if you're into things like wasted youth, failed relationships, sun damage and broken dreams. Join Pez & Higgos for a weekly show featuring news, views and interviews with major names from across the cricket scene, as well as daily reviews from the big fixtures around the globe.</p>

Adam Gilchrist on Bazball, Sidemouth, and Generational Shifts

Get TGC's new book: Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings NOW  To enjoy an extra hour of The Grade Cricketer every week and get access to the entire TGCRaw back catalogue (including hundreds of hours of #AskTGC Fridays), exclusive chat and more, sign up at patreon.com/gradecricketer  Or, if you're an Apple Podcasts listener just tap one of the locked episodes and subscribe from there.EXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-18
57:37

The Ashes: I Guess We’ll See, with Campbell Kellaway and Ollie Peake

A bush horse is lost, but a greyhound is found. Nevertheless, is the perfect storm forming for England? Not with this prep, allege “has-beens”, after four years of this exact kind of prep. Welcome to the worst six weeks online, by the way. We catch up with Gideon and Pete from Cricket et al for vocabulary and reason, before sitting down with whispered youth, Campbell Kellaway and Ollie Peake to talk facing Starc, watching Smith, and knowing Konstas. The boys are doing well. India shit-tip themselves out of a Test – consensus is that it’s a real shame. Caoimhe Bray snares a hat-trick before learning about it, and AskTGC traverses white ball cricket and regrettable tattoo promises. Get 25% off Smith Optics sunglasses using the code FAST at smithopticsaustralia.com Each purchase using the code comes with a free TGC branded wipe cloth VB’s Laws Of Cricket cans are available now at Liquorland nationwide while stocks last for P18+, drink responsibly. DM us your moral quandaries on Instagram and we'll let you know whether or not you can take the moral victory. Head to RMwilliams.com.au or your nearest store to see the full gifting collection and treat yourself or someone special this Christmas. You can browse the R.M.Williams gift guide online and find wish lists and curated edits for every character. McGuigan Wines have got 2 ‘A’ Reserve tickets to Day 1 at the SCG on 4 Jan to give away. To enter, follow @mcguiganwines and tell us in 100 characters your best ‘When You Know’ match ritual on our Instagram from Tuesday 18th November. We’ll pick our favourite. 18+ AU only. Please enjoy responsibly. Don’t Miss a Thing this summer of cricket. Watch Australia vs India only on Fox cricket, included on Kayo Sports. You can also watch the Ashes ad-break free during play and live in 4K on Kayo Sports. Catch TGC Live this summer, a few tickets remain for our Melbourne showEXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-17
02:20:36

'Diddy cage' and Australia-England relationships | TGCRaw Teaser

To enjoy an extra hour of The Grade Cricketer every week and get access to the entire TGCRaw back catalogue (including hundreds of hours of #AskTGC Fridays), exclusive chat and more, sign up at patreon.com/gradecricketer or via the Patreon app.  Or, if you're an Apple Podcasts listener just tap one of the locked episodes and subscribe from there.EXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-13
10:43

Mark Waugh on The Ashes, Safety, and Getting Rhinestone Home

Mark Waugh joins us to talk all things Ashes, England in the 90s, the myth of swinging decks, Australia’s top-order headaches and why Scott Boland still matters. Plus horse racing. Get TGC's new book: Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings NOW  To enjoy an extra hour of The Grade Cricketer every week and get access to the entire TGCRaw back catalogue (including hundreds of hours of #AskTGC Fridays), exclusive chat and more, sign up at patreon.com/gradecricketer  Or, if you're an Apple Podcasts listener just tap one of the locked episodes and subscribe from there. Book Event | 13th November in MelbourneEXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-12
58:30

Ben Duckett on Ashes Prep, Post Series Beers and Playing 2s

From Parramatta to Chittagong to Perth, we catch up with England's opening bat to talk about garbage headlines, how to keep Stokes quiet, conversational policy under McCullum, the latest iteration of Bazball, antics v India, post-series beers and other things not immediately memorable. Get TGC's new book: Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings NOW  To enjoy an extra hour of The Grade Cricketer every week and get access to the entire TGCRaw back catalogue (including hundreds of hours of #AskTGC Fridays), exclusive chat and more, sign up at patreon.com/gradecricketer  Or, if you're an Apple Podcasts listener just tap one of the locked episodes and subscribe from there. Book Event | 12th November in Sydney  Book Event | 13th November in MelbourneEXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-12
22:26

Mark Howard on Commentary, Podcasting and Managing Social Media

We sit down with one of Australia’s most recognisable sporting voices, host of the nation’s most-listened-to sports podcast, and best practitioners of sports narration. Listen to Howie's new show 'Ashes Diaries' to get a behind the scenes look with two of Australia’s biggest stars — Mitchell Starc and Alex Carey — as they prepare for their quest to retain the Ashes on home soil. Get TGC's new book: Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings NOW  To enjoy an extra hour of The Grade Cricketer every week and get access to the entire TGCRaw back catalogue (including hundreds of hours of #AskTGC Fridays), exclusive chat and more, sign up at patreon.com/gradecricketer  Or, if you're an Apple Podcasts listener just tap one of the locked episodes and subscribe from there. Book Event | 12th November in Sydney  Book Event | 13th November in Melbourne  EXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-11
01:08:03

Tough Calls

Australia are old and England aren't preparing. What's wrong with Australia? Everyone wants Jake Weatherald to play now that we finally know something about him. Get 25% off Smith Optics sunglasses using the code FAST at smithopticsaustralia.com Each purchase using the code comes with a free TGC branded wipe cloth Don’t Miss a Thing this summer of cricket. Watch Australia vs India only on Fox cricket, included on Kayo Sports. You can also watch the Ashes ad-break free during play and live in 4K on Kayo Sports. Catch TGC Live this summer Join the TGC Whoop Community by following the link and grabbing your WHOOP today. join.whoop.com/TheGradeCricketer Additionally, we have started a TGC community group chat on the WHOOP app (go to the ‘Community tab’ and click  ‘enter invite code’ & enter *COMM-653A00* and click ‘join team’) Book Event | 12th November in Sydney  Book Event | 13th November in MelbourneEXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-10
01:30:11

Ashes squad reactions, good beers, England's 4D chess | TGCRaw Teaser

To enjoy an extra hour of The Grade Cricketer every week and get access to the entire TGCRaw back catalogue (including hundreds of hours of #AskTGC Fridays), exclusive chat and more, sign up at patreon.com/gradecricketer or via the Patreon app.  Or, if you're an Apple Podcasts listener just tap one of the locked episodes and subscribe from there.EXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-06
12:47

Jake Weatherald on Ashes Selection and The Net That Changed His Life

Fresh from his selection in the Australian Men’s Cricket team, Jake Weatherald joins the boys to explain how it went down, meeting Uzzie, franchise cricket, netting with his housemate, how Slug did his ankle, and looking like Ray Shoesmith.  Get TGC's new book: Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings NOW  To enjoy an extra hour of The Grade Cricketer every week and get access to the entire TGCRaw back catalogue (including hundreds of hours of #AskTGC Fridays), exclusive chat and more, sign up at patreon.com/gradecricketer  Or, if you're an Apple Podcasts listener just tap one of the locked episodes and subscribe from there. Book Event | 12th November in Sydney  Book Event | 13th November in MelbourneEXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-06
24:45

Senator David Pocock on Gambling Advertising, Rigs, and What Sport Is For

Ahead of a summer where Australians will once again get smashed with gambling advertising, we sit down with former Wallabies captain and current Senator David Pocock to discuss how cooked it is, and what's being done. We also explore his rig and how to correctly show interest in political and social issues in sports teams without being branded a rare bloke for life. Get TGC's new book: Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings NOW  To enjoy an extra hour of The Grade Cricketer every week and get access to the entire TGCRaw back catalogue (including hundreds of hours of #AskTGC Fridays), exclusive chat and more, sign up at patreon.com/gradecricketer  Or, if you're an Apple Podcasts listener just tap one of the locked episodes and subscribe from there. Book Event | 12th November in Sydney  Book Event | 13th November in MelbourneEXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-04
36:21

Let Justice Take Its Course, with Merv Hughes

Hazlewood looks incredible, Australia's Women are knocked out of the World Cup and Ashes selector nears closer and closer. Merv Hughes joins the show to talk selections, why it's hard for the English in Australia and winners piss. Use code GRADE at CODE Sports to get access to a special discounted subscription, $1 for your first 3 months at codesports.com.au/grade Get 25% off Smith Optics sunglasses using the code FAST at smithopticsaustralia.com Each purchase using the code comes with a free TGC branded wipe cloth Don’t Miss a Thing this summer of cricket. Watch Australia vs India only on Fox cricket, included on Kayo Sports. You can also watch the Ashes ad-break free during play and live in 4K on Kayo Sports. Catch TGC Live this summer Join the TGC Whoop Community by following the link and grabbing your WHOOP today. join.whoop.com/TheGradeCricketer Additionally, we have started a TGC community group chat on the WHOOP app (go to the ‘Community tab’ and click  ‘enter invite code’ & enter *COMM-653A00* and click ‘join team’) Book Event | 12th November in Sydney  Book Event | 13th November in Melbourne    EXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-03
01:54:09

Cummins' Zapruder film, "Carey, Carey" response, sleep talking | TGCRaw Teaser

To enjoy an extra hour of The Grade Cricketer every week and get access to the entire TGCRaw back catalogue (including hundreds of hours of #AskTGC Fridays), exclusive chat and more, sign up at patreon.com/gradecricketer  Or, if you're an Apple Podcasts listener just tap one of the locked episodes and subscribe from there.EXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-30
10:36

Brett Lee on Cartels, Orcas and Breaking His Captain's Hand

Former Australian fast bowler Brett Lee joins us to talk fast bowling, his legacy, India, Warne, the art of intimidation, and why fast bowling is a cartel. Don’t Miss a Thing this summer of cricket. Watch Australia vs India only on Fox cricket, included on Kayo Sports. You can also watch the Ashes ad-break free during play and live in 4K on Kayo Sports. Pre-order TGC's new book Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings NOW:AU: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/MA71YnINTL: https://www.readings.com.au/product/9781761068102/the-grade-cricketer-alphas-champs-and-chop-kings--sam-perry-ian-higgins--2025--9781761068102 Check out our Patreon for more exclusive content every single week. Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio from all of our YouTube videos.https://www.patreon.com/gradecricketer  Sign up to Patreon for a 10% or 20% discount using a special code at the above mentioned Patreon site. You can follow The Grade Cricketer on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter:https://www.facebook.com/gradecricketer​https://www.instagram.com/thegradecricketerhttps://tiktok.com/@thegradecricketer https://twitter.com/gradecricketer​ The Grade Cricketer hosts are Ian Higgins and Sam Perry. You can follow them on Instagram and Twitter: Ian Higgins: https://www.instagram.com/higgins_ian/​https://twitter.com/1an_Higgins​ Sam Perry:https://www.instagram.com/sj_perry/​https://twitter.com/sjjperryEXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-27
01:07:01

Cummins Out! (Of First Test), with Alex Malcolm

Cummins is out for the first test, Australia's women are still dominating and crowds flock to stadiums to watch Australia win an away ODI series against India (in Australia).  Get Up and Gold Coast with the T20I Cricket Series Australia vs India, Gold Coast, November 6. Win flights, accommodation, and tickets to the game. Head to our Instagram to find out how to enter. https://www.gradecricketer.com/goldcoast Get 25% off Smith Optics sunglasses using the code FAST at smithopticsaustralia.com Each purchase using the code comes with a free TGC branded wipe cloth Don’t Miss a Thing this summer of cricket. Watch Australia vs India only on Fox cricket, included on Kayo Sports. You can also watch the Ashes ad-break free during play and live in 4K on Kayo Sports. Catch TGC Live this summer Join the TGC Whoop Community by following the link and grabbing your WHOOP today. join.whoop.com/TheGradeCricketer Additionally, we have started a TGC community group chat on the WHOOP app (go to the ‘Community tab’ and click  ‘enter invite code’ & enter *COMM-653A00* and click ‘join team’) Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings book launch, 12th November in Sydney EXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-27
02:00:45

Questions From The Mushroom Trip | TGCRaw Teaser

What's this then? Just a little peak into what goes on behind the curtain of TGCRaw, The Grade Cricketer's paid content channel on Patreon and Apple Podcasts. To enjoy an extra hour of The Grade Cricketer every week and get access to the entire TGCRaw back catalogue (including hundreds of hours of #AskTGC Fridays), exclusive chat and more, sign up at patreon.com/gradecricketer  Or, if you're an Apple Podcasts listener just tap one of the locked episodes and subscribe from there.EXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-24
10:29

D-X Crotch Chop, with Michael Hussey

Mitch Marsh back in Ashes contention, Marnus is locked in, Scotty Bolland goes for a gallop. The D-X Crotch Chop makes its way to Sydney Test Cricket.  Get Up and Gold Coast with the T20I Cricket Series Australia vs India, Gold Coast, November 6. Win flights, accommodation, and tickets to the game. Head to our Instagram to find out how to enter. https://www.gradecricketer.com/goldcoast Get access to CODE Sports on a special discounted subscription, $1 for your first 3 months at codesports.com.au/grade. Use code GRADE Get 25% off Smith Optics sunglasses using the code FAST at smithopticsaustralia.com Each purchase using the code comes with a free TGC branded wipe cloth Don’t Miss a Thing this summer of cricket. Watch Australia vs India only on Fox cricket, included on Kayo Sports. You can also watch the Ashes ad-break free during play and live in 4K on Kayo Sports. Catch TGC Live this summer Join the TGC Whoop Community by following the link and grabbing your WHOOP today. join.whoop.com/TheGradeCricketer Additionally, we have started a TGC community group chat on the WHOOP app (go to the ‘Community tab’ and click  ‘enter invite code’ & enter *COMM-653A00* and click ‘join team’)EXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-20
02:04:16

Ravi Shastri on Kohli, The Gabba and Big Daddy India

We sat down with Ravi Shastri ahead of the Australia vs India white ball series to chat Kohli & Rohit, Gambhir and the new India and fixing the international cricket schedule. Don’t Miss a Thing this summer of cricket. Watch Australia vs India only on Fox cricket, included on Kayo Sports. You can also watch the Ashes ad-break free during play and live in 4K on Kayo Sports. Pre-order TGC's new book Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings NOW:AU: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/MA71YnINTL: https://www.readings.com.au/product/9781761068102/the-grade-cricketer-alphas-champs-and-chop-kings--sam-perry-ian-higgins--2025--9781761068102 Check out our Patreon for more exclusive content every single week. Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio from all of our YouTube videos.https://www.patreon.com/gradecricketer  Sign up to Patreon for a 10% or 20% discount using a special code at the above mentioned Patreon site. You can follow The Grade Cricketer on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter:https://www.facebook.com/gradecricketer​https://www.instagram.com/thegradecricketerhttps://tiktok.com/@thegradecricketer https://twitter.com/gradecricketer​ The Grade Cricketer hosts are Ian Higgins and Sam Perry. You can follow them on Instagram and Twitter: Ian Higgins: https://www.instagram.com/higgins_ian/​https://twitter.com/1an_Higgins​ Sam Perry:https://www.instagram.com/sj_perry/​https://twitter.com/sjjperryEXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-17
58:36

The Biggest Series Of All Our Lives, with Spencer Johnson

What's this summer about? Is it all just colonial horseplay? Join the TGC Whoop Community by following the link and grabbing your WHOOP today. join.whoop.com/TheGradeCricketer Additionally, we have started a TGC community group chat on the WHOOP app (go to the ‘Community tab’ and click  ‘enter invite code’ & enter *COMM-653A00* and click ‘join team’) Get access to CODE Sports on a special discounted subscription, $1 for your first 3 months at codesports.com.au/grade. Use code GRADE Get 25% off Smith Optics sunglasses using the code FAST at smithopticsaustralia.com.au Each purchase using the code comes with a free TGC branded wipe cloth Don’t Miss a Thing this summer of cricket. Watch Australia vs India only on Fox cricket, included on Kayo Sports. You can also watch the Ashes ad-break free during play and live in 4K on Kayo Sports. https://www.gradecricketer.com/live-shows  Sign up now to Patreon for more pre-sale access to our live show tickets and more exclusive content every single week. Right now you can get 15% off your subscription if you sign up for an annual membership.https://www.patreon.com/gradecricketer/membership  Pre-order TGC's new book Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings NOW:AU: https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/MA71Yn INTL: https://www.readings.com.au/product/9781761068102/the-grade-cricketer-alphas-champs-and-chop-kings--sam-perry-ian-higgins--2025--9781761068102  EXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-15
02:53:12

A Special Announcement - SUMMER LIVE SHOWS

The 2025/26 Summer of Cricket looms large, as do our BIGGEST Australian live shows to-date. The Grade Cricketer is coming to your city (providing you live in one of the five major Australian capitals listed below) alongside the most hotly-anticipated home Test series in recent memory. HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:Perth – Astor Theatre, Thursday November 20Brisbane – The Tivoli, Wednesday December 3Adelaide – Hindley Street Music Hall, Thursday December 18Melbourne – Forum Theatre, Sunday December 21Sydney – The State Theatre, Saturday January 3 ON-SALE DATES:PRE-SALE: Midday (Local Time) Thursday 9th Oct - Patreon members get exclusive access to purchase tickets early. Sign up now to secure your pre-sale access: https://www.patreon.com/gradecricketer/membership GENERAL PUBLIC: Midday (Local Time) Friday 10th Oct - Tickets available at https://www.gradecricketer.com/live-shows  Sign up now to Patreon for more pre-sale access to our live show tickets and more exclusive content every single week. Right now you can get 15% off your subscription if you sign up for an annual membership.https://www.patreon.com/gradecricketer/membership  Pre-order TGC's new book Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings NOW:AU: https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-grade-cricketer-alphas-champs-and-chop-kings-sam-perry/book/9781761068102.htmlINTL: https://www.readings.com.au/product/9781761068102/the-grade-cricketer-alphas-champs-and-chop-kings--sam-perry-ian-higgins--2025--9781761068102 You can follow The Grade Cricketer on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter:https://www.facebook.com/gradecricketer​https://www.instagram.com/thegradecricketerhttps://tiktok.com/@thegradecricketer https://twitter.com/gradecricketer​ The Grade Cricketer hosts are Ian Higgins and Sam Perry. You can follow them on Instagram and Twitter: Ian Higgins: https://www.instagram.com/higgins_ian/​https://twitter.com/1an_Higgins​ Sam Perry:https://www.instagram.com/sj_perry/​https://twitter.com/sjjperryEXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-06
14:16

300. Believe with Chris Rogers

India win the series 2-2…somehow. The best thing in sport is always is the next thing. Bring on the Ashes. Is Cam Green Australians long term number 3? Umpire social media campaigns .India were on the canvas countless times and they’ve fought back. Chris Rogers joins us to preview the Ashes, Sheffield Shield and talk all things Australian cricket ahead of a massive summer. For now it’s goodbye to the English summer and a little break for TGC.  Preorder Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings HERE Check out our Patreon for more exclusive content every single week. Our Patrons also get #AskTGC Fridays and the exclusive audio from all of our YouTube videos. https://www.patreon.com/gradecricketer Six Points Pale is back! If you're in the UK you can order it here and from here if you're in Australia. Join Swyftx & get $20 of Bitcoin for new customers only  You can follow The Grade Cricketer on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter: https://www.facebook.com/gradecricketer​  https://www.instagram.com/thegradecricketerEXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

08-05
01:56:46

Yadkin Bodkin

just a gentle request to ask you not to include the word "like" in every sentence spoken. thanks....

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Gagan Deep Majha

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