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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast

English, Cricket, 1 season, 736 episodes, 20 hours, 49 minutes
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Sky's pundits analyse and debate the big stories emerging from international and domestic cricket. Join in the debate on Twitter @SkyCricket.
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James Anderson to retire from Test cricket | Stuart Broad pays tribute

Following James Anderson's announcement that he is to retire from Test match cricket this summer, his long-time bowling partner, Stuart Broad joins Nasser and Athers to pay tribute to him and look back on his incredible career.
5/12/20241 hour, 5 minutes, 41 seconds
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Zak Crawley | Social media, technique and Chinese proverbs!

England's Test match opening batter, Zak Crawley joins Ath and Nas from Old Trafford during a break in play between Lancashire and Kent in the County Championship.Zak talks about staying off social media, the work he's doing to continuously improve his technique and performances, and also reminisces about hitting the first ball of the Ashes last summer for a boundary!
5/6/202442 minutes, 23 seconds
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England's provisional T20 World Cup squad, IPL blast off and big decisions for county cricket

Ath and Nas are back to give their thoughts on England's provisional squad for the T20 World Cup in the USA and the Caribbean, plus they chat about the huge hitting we're seeing in the IPL and some big decisions facing county cricket.
4/30/202435 minutes, 9 seconds
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Rob Key | The Kookaburra experiment, Bazball evolution & England's T20 World Cup hopes

Rob Key joins Michael & Nasser to debate the Kookaburra ball experiment and discuss how Bazball is progressing with England sitting bottom of the World Test Championship.
4/18/202451 minutes, 56 seconds
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Dinesh Karthik on being the ‘Finisher’ for RCB in the IPL & India’s T20 World Cup chances

Nas & Ath round up the latest cricket news, then are joined by Dinesh Karthik to chat all things IPL – his form, why RCB have struggled, what makes a good finisher in T20, and how India are shaping up ahead of the T20 World Cup in the Caribbean.
4/8/202449 minutes, 19 seconds
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County Cricket season preview with Durham CEO, Tim Bostock

Nas & Ath look ahead to the start of the County Cricket season in the company of Tim Bostock, the Durham CEO.  They discuss the turnaround in Durham’s fortunes on and off the field, and look forward to Ben Stokes turning out for the North-East county, after he announced he would be unavailable for T20 World Cup selection.
4/2/202445 minutes, 42 seconds
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Alec Stewart | Stepping back, balancing county and franchise cricket, and continuing Surrey dominance

The ‘Gaffer’ Alec Stewart joins Nasser and Athers to reminisce about his playing days and explain his decision to step down as Surrey Director of Cricket, but not before he hopes to secure a 3rd County Championship title in a row.
3/25/202447 minutes, 53 seconds
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IPL Preview with Rajasthan Royals co-owner, Manoj Badale

Nasser Hussain & Michael Atherton are joined by the co-owner of the Rajasthan Royals, Manoj Badale to look ahead to the 17th edition of the IPL. They discuss the growth of the tournament, the impact of franchise cricket on the world game, and how the Hundred might progress...
3/20/202456 minutes, 26 seconds
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England collapse again as India seal 4-1 win | Series review

Athers and Nasser look back on the 5th and final Test of England's tour of India as another English batting collapse helped deliver a comprehnsive win for the hosts, and a 4-1 victory in the series.
3/11/202443 minutes, 53 seconds
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International Women's Day special with Danni Wyatt and Beth Barrett-Wild

Nas and Athers are joined by England international, Danni Wyatt and the ECB's Director of Women's Professional Game, Beth Barrett-Wild to discuss all things women's cricket - both its successes and its challenges.Plus, Danni also tells us about playing in the WPL, and her hopes and targets for The Hundred and the Women's T20 World Cup coming up later in the year.
3/8/202447 minutes, 55 seconds
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Bairstow & Ashwin’s 100th Test preview with Joe Root

Joe Root joins Nasser and Athers to look ahead to the 5th and final Test in Dharamsala which will be a landmark game for his Yorkshire colleague Jonny Bairstow. He also discusses his own form, and ‘that’ ramp shot!
3/3/202443 minutes, 31 seconds
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4th Test Review | England lose the match and the series in India

Ath and Nass look back on a thrilling fourth Test, which saw India clinch a tense five-wicket win over England in Ranchi, and seal victory in the series.
2/26/202436 minutes, 6 seconds
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What next for Bazball? | England suffer massive defeat against India | 3rd Test Review 

Nas and Ath dissect England's 434-run hammering at the hands of India in the third Test in Rajkot.
2/19/202436 minutes, 51 seconds
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3rd Test preview with Ian Bell as Stokes earns his 100th Test cap

Nasser and Athers are joined by former England batter, Ian Bell to look ahead to the third Test between India and England - a match in which England's captain, Ben Stokes will win his 100th Test cap.
2/12/202438 minutes, 15 seconds
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Secrets of Success: Eoin Morgan

In the final episode of Secrets of Success, Nasser speaks with England's 2019 Cricket World Cup winning captain, Eoin Morgan. He discusses how he transformed the culture of the side helping his players to feel free to take risks and play their natural game.
2/9/202459 minutes, 38 seconds
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Secrets of Success: Sandra Douglass Morgan

In the penultimate episode of Secrets of Success, Nasser is joined by the president of the Las Vegas Raiders, Sandra Douglass Morgan who discusses the barriers she has had to break down to reach her position and being a role model to young girls in the city.
2/7/202433 minutes, 47 seconds
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Jaiswal and Bumrah star as India level the series | 2nd Test review

Nasser and Athers return to look back on India's 106-run victory over England in the 2nd Test in Vizag. With the series now level at 1-1, which team will be able to go on and take control?
2/5/202437 minutes, 47 seconds
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Can England maintain the momentum? Will India fight back? 2nd Test preview

Nasser and Athers are back to preview the second Test between England and India in Visakhapatnam. Will England be able to follow up their sensational win in the first match with another victory? Or will India find a way to fight back?
2/1/202433 minutes, 19 seconds
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Secrets of Success: Toto Wolff

Toto Wolff, the team principal of F1 team, Mercedes is Nasser Hussain's guest for this week's episode of Secrets of Success.Wolff talks about how he ended up in Formula One after some difficult moments in his childhood - moments which he says helped shape him as a leader and manager.He also discusses working with Lewis Hamilton, his rivalry with Red Bull boss Christian Horner and why he avoids social media as much as he can.Secrets of Success is released every Wednesday so don't forget to follow or subscribe so you don't miss an episode.
1/31/202444 minutes, 8 seconds
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Pope and Hartley star as England claim first Test in Hyderabad

Nass and Ath reflect on an incredible day of Test cricket as England completed an unlikely fightback to beat India at Hyderabad and a Shamar Joseph inspired West Indies stunned Australia at the Gabba.We break down Ollie Pope's fantastic knock, Tom Hartley's dramatic debut and how Ben Stokes handled the young spinner, what we made of India and the role of Rehan Ahmed going forward.
1/28/202434 minutes, 56 seconds
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Bashir, Bazball and Biryani

Nasser and Ath round up all the news and look ahead to the first Test in India, with Ath planning a night out in Hyderabad.
1/24/202430 minutes, 30 seconds
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Secrets of Success: Judy Murray

Nasser Hussain's guest on this week's episode of Secrets of Success is Judy Murray.Mother of tennis Grand Slam champions Andy and Jamie, a coach and administrator, and a driving force behind one of the most successful periods in British tennis, Judy describes how she helped build British and Scottish tennis from humble beginnings and the pressure of being a parent of two world-leading players.Secrets of Success is released every Wednesday so make sure to follow or subscribe so every episode appears in your feed.
1/24/202448 minutes, 59 seconds
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West Indies Cricket

Nasser and Ath chat with Johnny Grave, the CEO of West Indies cricket about the challenges of playing bi-lateral cricket, his hopes for the T20 World Cup and that brilliant debut for Shemar Joseph!
1/19/202451 minutes, 52 seconds
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Ben Duckett looks ahead to India

England opener Ben Duckett joins Michael & Nasser to look ahead to England’s 5-Test tour of India
1/15/202438 minutes, 24 seconds
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Secrets of Success: Paul McGinley

Ryder Cup winning captain and player, Paul McGinley joins Nasser Hussain on the latest episode of Secrets of Success.McGinley discusses how he blended a team of individuals and explains how he had to manage golfing egos to lead Europe to victory at the 2014 Ryder Cup at Gleneagles.Secrets of Success is released every Wednesday, so make sure to follow or subscribe so you don't miss an episode.
1/10/202458 minutes, 37 seconds
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Looking ahead to England in India with Graeme Swann

Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain are joined by one of England’s greatest ever spin bowlers to look ahead to the Test tour to India. Graeme Swann was instrumental in England’s last Test series victory in India – the last Test team to win there back in 2012!
1/9/202447 minutes, 22 seconds
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Secrets of Success: Christian Horner

Nasser Hussain is joined by the team principal of the Red Bull Formula One team, Christian Horner for a conversation about how he leads and inspires his championship winning team.Horner tells us about how he was able to persuade his team members to believe they could challenge and compete with the likes of Mercedes and Ferrari, and also discusses his relationships with his drivers and with his rival, Toto Wolff.Secrets of Success is released every Wednesday, so don't forget to follow or subscribe so you don't miss an episode.
1/3/202449 minutes, 36 seconds
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Stuart Broad special | Ashes battles, Warner rivalry and more!

Stuart Broad speaks to James Savundra to look back on his glittering career - one which finished with over 600 wickets and four Ashes victories.Amongst his memories, Broad recalls the remarkable morning at Trent Bridge when he took 8-15, how he reacted to Jonny Bairstow's controversial dismissal at Lord's and sealing a Test match win over Australia with his final delivery.
12/31/202322 minutes, 44 seconds
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Secrets of Success: Robert Saleh

New York Jets head coach, Robert Salah is Nasser Hussain's guest in episode four of Secrets of Success.Saleh discusses his journey into NFL coaching and how he tries to empower and motivate his players ahead of NFL matches.Secrets of Success is released every Wednesday, so don't forget to follow or subscribe so every episode appears in your feed.
12/27/202343 minutes, 45 seconds
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Secrets of Success: Jurgen Klopp

Liverpool manager, Jurgen Klopp is Nasser Hussain's guest for the third episode of Secrets of Success.The Premier League title-winning head coach discusses his relationship with his players and why respect is so important to him in building successful relationships.Secrets of Success is released every Wednesday, so don't forget to follow or subscribe so every episode appears in your feed.
12/20/202324 minutes, 18 seconds
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Secrets of Success: Emma Hayes

In the second episode of Secrets of Success, Nasser Hussain sits down with Chelsea Women head coach, Emma Hayes.Recorded before it was announced she is to become the US Women national team head coach, she discusses her career in management so far, her attitudes towards 'maverick' players and the challenges of combining her job with being a mother.Secrets of Success is released every Wednesday, so make sure to subscribe or follow so you don't miss an episode.
12/13/202327 minutes, 37 seconds
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Secrets of Success: Sir Dave Brailsford

In the first episode of Secrets of Success, Nasser Hussain speaks to Sir Dave Brailsford - the man who led Great Britain and Team Sky to cycling success at the Olympics and the Tour de France.Brailsford explains his philosophy towards winning mentalities, marginal gains and the ideas behind his core management and leadership principles.Don't forget to follow or subscribe to this podcast to make sure you hear Nasser's interviews with the likes of Jurgen Klopp, Judy Murray and Toto Wolff. New episodes will be released every Wednesday.
12/13/202346 minutes, 50 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Review of 2023

Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton join Ian Ward to look back at a double Ashes summer and everything else that took place in a thrilling year of cricket.
12/12/202357 minutes, 51 seconds
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Was the Cricket World Cup a success?

Sky Sports pundits Michael Atherton, Eoin Morgan and Nasser Hussain talk Australia, Virat Kohli, Afghanistan and England after the 2023 Cricket World Cup in India.
11/20/202310 minutes, 43 seconds
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Cricket World Cup Review | Was England’s WC campaign a ‘disaster’? | Has Key’s stock fallen?

Ian Ward is joined by former England captains Nasser Hussain, Michael Atherton and Eoin Morgan to discuss England's World Cup performance, Rob Key's delivery as a director and the ODI squad.
11/12/202347 minutes, 56 seconds
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Cricket World Cup Review | Has England’s WC campaign tarnished a legacy?

Michael Atherton sits down with England managing director Rob Key to review England’s World Cup performance and the reasons for the new-look squad.
11/12/202327 minutes, 16 seconds
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Cricket World Cup Review | What's next for England's 50-over team?

Ian Ward is joined by Eoin Morgan and Michael Atherton to review the end of England's World Cup campaign which was signed off with a 93-run victory over Pakistan. They discuss the future of Jos Buttler's 50-over team and also celebrate the end of David Willey's international career which saw him reach his 100th ODI wicket in his last appearance.
11/11/202311 minutes, 9 seconds
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Cricket World Cup Review | Ben Stokes' ton inspires much needed victory against the Netherlands

Eoin Morgan joins Ian Ward and Nasser Hussain to dissect England's much needed win against the Netherlands that was inspired by Ben Stokes' first World Cup ton. We speak to Chris Woakes to talk about what went right for England and how much of a relief this win means for the team.
11/8/202314 minutes, 9 seconds
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Cricket World Cup Review | England's miserable World Cup defence ended by Australia

Ian Ward is joined by Eoin Morgan and Michael Atherton to review England's miserable World Cup campaign, as defeat to Australia seals their exit. They discuss where the team goes from here and how they rebuild before the next tournament in 2027.
11/4/20236 minutes, 31 seconds
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Cricket World Cup Review | England all but out of CWC after heavy defeat to unbeaten India

Ian Ward is joined by Nasser Hussain and Eoin Morgan as they discuss England's heavy defeat to India which leaves them needing a miracle to reach the knockout stage. We also hear from Jasprit Bumrah after he took three wickets and Chris Woakes talks about how the confidence in the England dressing room is at an all-time low.
10/29/202325 minutes, 35 seconds
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England vs India Preview | Should Jos Buttler still be captain? | Have England been too slow to adapt?

Ian Ward is joined by Nasser Hussain, Eoin Morgan and Michael Atherton to preview England’s upcoming Cricket World Cup game against India. They reflect on Jos Buttler's decision-making and debate whether he should continue to captain the side.They also discuss England’s playing style over the last six years and how they should approach the India game.
10/28/202340 minutes, 46 seconds
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Cricket World Cup Review | England on the brink of WC exit following Sri Lanka drubbing

Kate Cross and Nasser Hussain join Ian Ward to analyse England’s eight-wicket drubbing by Sri Lanka at the Cricket World Cup which left them on the verge of an early exit. Joe Buttler said he can’t put his finger on why England have struggled in the competition. England’s white-ball head coach Matthew Mott insists team selection is not the reason his side slipped to a damaging defeat to Sri Lanka. While Nasser Hussain gives his opinion on the structure of English cricket and believes it’s a ’lame’ excuse for the holders' poor performance at the World Cup.
10/26/202335 minutes, 47 seconds
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Explained: Rob Key talks through central contract decisions in new multi-year system

Ian Ward sits down with ECB managing director of men's cricket Rob Key to discuss the latest decisions on central contracts, with a new structure for 2023-24 in which multi-year contracts have been handed out for the first time.
10/24/202317 minutes, 35 seconds
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Cricket World Cup Review | SA thrash England | Are Buttler's team suffering from muddled thinking?

Kate Cross and Nasser Hussain join Ian Ward to dissect England's thrashing by South Africa to leave them on the brink of World Cup elimination. We speak to white-ball head coach Matthew Mott for his thoughts on the heavy defeat, try to work out where England go next and who might be fit after Reece Topley was ruled out of the rest of the tournament with a broken finger.
10/21/202318 minutes, 36 seconds
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Cricket World Cup Review | England suffer shock defeat to Afghanistan

Nick Knight is joined Zak Crawley and ECB Performance Director, Mo Bobat to discuss England's shock upset defeat to Afghanistan in the Cricket World Cup.
10/15/202331 minutes, 4 seconds
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What attributes do England look for in players - and what really is Bazball?

ECB men's performance director Mo Bobat tells Sky Sports what attributes England look for in players hoping to step up to international cricket, while Test opener Zak Crawley opens up on previously fearing for his place in the side and what the 'Bazball' style is really about.
10/15/20236 minutes, 55 seconds
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Cricket World Cup Review | England hammered by New Zealand in opener

Ian Ward is joined by Eoin Morgan and Nasser Hussain to discuss the action from the opening match of the 2023 Cricket World Cup, as defending champions England were beaten emphatically by New Zealand. Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra both notched scintillating centuries on their World Cup debuts as the Black Caps clinched a convincing victory by nine wickets.
10/5/202329 minutes, 15 seconds
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The best ever World Cup men's XI? Doull and Sangakarra make their picks

As the countdown to the men's Cricket World Cup continues, Simon Doull and Kumar Sangakarra sit down to pick their greatest ever lineups from the tournament.
10/4/202310 minutes, 45 seconds
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Nasser & Athers pick England's best ever World Cup XI

With the Cricket World Cup just days away, former captains Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton choose their best ever England World Cup lineups.
10/3/202312 minutes, 21 seconds
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Daggers & Lyds | Will Vipers success lead to England roles for Edwards and Adams?

Daggers and Lyds return to discuss the end of the women's domestic season, which was another successful one for Charlotte Edwards and the Southern Vipers.Their captain, Georgia Adams joins us to speak about the success her side has enjoyed in recent years and also discusses her England ambitions.
9/28/202346 minutes, 2 seconds
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World Cup Preview | Nasser and Eoin's England starting XI | Are India favourites?

Ian Ward is joined by Nasser Hussain, Eoin Morgan and Simon Doull to preview the upcoming Cricket World Cup. Eoin and Nasser select the exact same England starting XI, whilst Simon describes his choice for New Zeland. Are India the standout favourites to win the whole thing, or could it be South Africa's time?
9/15/202315 minutes, 31 seconds
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Daggers & Lyds | ODI series win over Sri Lanka, thoughts from Jon Lewis and Rumesh Ratnayake’s fascinating insight

Daggers and Lyds are back to discuss England’s ODI series win over Sri Lanka following a dominant display at Grace Road. Jon Lewis drops by to reflect on the series victory, as well as England’s exciting future and how young talent has given such great squad depth.Rumesh Ratnayake also gives a fascinating insight into the challenges and plans for progression within Sri Lankan cricket.
9/15/202353 minutes, 57 seconds
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Daggers & Lyds | T20 series defeat to Sri Lanka, the selection of Issy Wong & an interview with Mahika Gaur

Daggers and Lyds are back to discuss Sri Lanka’s impressive turnaround in the T20 series against England that ended in defeat for the hosts. Should Issy Wong have been selected for England with the 21-year-old’s current run-up issues?Mahika Gaur also joins Lyds for a chat about life as an international cricketer following an impressive England debut.
9/7/202337 minutes, 4 seconds
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Matthew Mott: Harry Brook is an incredible player | 'A lot can change ahead of the World Cup'

England head coach Matthew Mott sits down with Michael Atherton as they discuss Ben Stokes, Harry Brook, and the World Cup squad.
9/5/20237 minutes, 57 seconds
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Daggers & Lyds | The Hundred group stage review, Smriti Mandhana exclusive

Daggers and Lyds are back to discuss and dissect the group stages of The Hundred. We examine what went wrong for London Spirit and Trent Rockets, we look at the successful seasons for the Southern Brave and Northern Superchargers and have nothing but praise for Tammy Beaumont who is clearly in the form of her life!Smriti Mandhana joins Daggers for a chat about the Brave and the future of the WPL and we find out what Lyds is doing to find the next great all-rounder.
8/25/202345 minutes, 55 seconds
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The ultimate Sky Sports Lord's quiz!

Eoin Morgan, Kevin Pietersen and Ebony Rainford Brent take on the ultimate Sky Sports Lord's quiz. How did the trio get on?
8/18/202313 minutes, 19 seconds
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Daggers & Lyds | Half-way through The Hundred

Daggers and Lyds are back at the halfway point of The Hundred to discuss how the women's tournament is going so far.Which sides have the best chances to progress and which have the most work to do?
8/14/202345 minutes, 11 seconds
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Daggers & Lyds | Harmanpreet Kaur talks The Hundred, Test cricket & being coached by Lyds!

Daggers and Lyds catch up with India captain Harmanpreet Kaur to discuss The Hundred, the WPL and her passion for Test cricket. She also reflects on the growth of the women's game in India and reveals what it's like to be coached by Lyds!
8/7/202317 minutes, 59 seconds
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Alex Hales Special: I got things wrong playing for England but am proud of what I achieved

Alex Hales chats to Sky Sports' Michael Atherton after announcing his retirement from international cricket. The batter opens up on why he made the decision, the mistakes he made off the field during his England days, and why he is proud of what he achieved. Hales also discusses franchise leagues and whether he misses playing first-class cricket.
8/5/202313 minutes, 26 seconds
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Stuart Broad Special! | Career reflections, the Ashes finale and the importance of mindset

Stuart Broad joins Nick Knight & Eoin Morgan to relive an incredible end to his Test career at the Kia Oval last week. They also look back through Stuart’s illustrious career and discuss the mindset it takes to reach and stay at the very top of the game.
8/3/202351 minutes, 47 seconds
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5th Test Day 5 Review | Broad bowls England to Oval win as Ashes series is drawn!

Ian Ward, Mark Butcher, Nasser Hussain and Ricky Ponting discuss England's 49 run win over Australia in the fifth Ashes Test at The Oval as Stuart Broad claimed a wicket with his final ball in cricket to draw the series 2-2. Plus, hear reaction to an incredible Ashes series from Ben Stokes, Pat Cummins, Stuart Broad, Moeen Ali and England head coach Brendon McCullum.
7/31/202342 minutes, 11 seconds
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Daggers and Lyds | Beth Barrett-Wild joins for our Hundred preview

Daggers and Lyds are joined by Beth Barrett-Wild, Director of the Women’s Game at the ECB, to discuss the state of women's cricket, the thrilling Women's Ashes and her hopes for the third season of The Hundred.
7/31/202352 minutes, 36 seconds
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5th Test Day 4 Review | Australia reach 135-0 in chase of 384 before rain intervenes

Mel Jones is joined by Nasser Hussain and Dinesh Karthik as they discuss the fourth day of the five Ashes Test between England and Australia. Stuart Broad's guard of honour in his final ever match was a major talking point as he hit his final ball for six, while Australia made a strong start to their chase of 384, reaching 135-0 before rain brought about an early end to play.
7/30/202314 minutes, 3 seconds
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5th Test Day 3 Review | Broad announces retirement as England dominate Test match

Mel Jones is joined by Mark Butcher and Ricky Ponting as they discuss the breaking news that England legend Stuart Broad has announced that he'll retire from all forms of cricket following this summer's Ashes series. The panel also reflect on England's dominant display as they build a 377-run lead over Australia with a wicket still remaining heading into day four of the fifth Test at The Oval.
7/29/202316 minutes, 28 seconds
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5th Test Day 2 Review | Australia lead by 12 runs after dramatic second day

Mel Jones, Dinesh Karthik and Mark Butcher discuss England and Australia's dramatic second day match at The Oval where the visitors were bowled out for 295, leading by 12 runs going into day three.
7/28/202319 minutes
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5th Test Day 1 Review | England bowled out for 283 despite Brook's fine 85

Ricky Ponting and Mark Butcher join Mel Jones to discuss day one of the fifth Ashes Test.England were bowled out for 283 on another eventful day of Ashes cricket, with Australia closing day one on 61-1 in reply.
7/27/202315 minutes, 6 seconds
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4th Test Day 5 Review | Australia retain The Ashes as rain spoils England's hopes

Ian Ward, Ricky Ponting and Nasser Hussain discuss all the drama from the 2023 Ashes series so far as Australia retain The Ashes after a day of no play at Old Trafford on day five in the fourth Test.
7/23/202349 minutes, 11 seconds
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England have turned Test cricket on its head - but is the format under threat elsewhere?

Ian Ward, Kumar Sangakkara and Dinesh Karthik discuss the effect England's 'Bazball' style has had on attracting new fans to Test cricket as well as their fears about how strong the red-ball game will remain worldwide.
7/22/202337 minutes, 30 seconds
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4th Test Day 3 Review | Bairstow and Wood shine as England push for victory

Mark Butcher, Michael Atherton and Dinesh Karthik discuss the 3rd day's play from the fourth Ashes Test between England and Australia at Old Trafford.Jonny Bairstow's knock of 99 not out put England firmly in command of the match, but should Ben Stokes have declared before his side were bowled out to give themselves more time to take the ten wickets they need?Later in the day, Mark Wood impressed with the ball, taking three wickets in the evening session. England are closing in on victory, but could the weather stop them from levelling the series?
7/21/202311 minutes, 22 seconds
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4th Test Day 2 Review | Crawley puts England in command after Woakes' five for

Mark Butcher is joined by Michael Atherton and Kumar Sangakkara to take a look back at the second day of the fourth Ashes Test between England and Australia at Old Trafford.Zak Crawley's magnificent innings gave England a first innings lead and the guys discuss how technical changes and Australia's fields to him helped him post a big score.There's also discussion about how England can force a positive result with the weather forecast not looking great for the weekend, and whether, as well as injuries, Australia are also suffering from a defensive team selection.
7/20/202315 minutes, 7 seconds
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4th Test Day 1 Review | Broad gets 600th wicket as Australia close on 299-8

Mark Butcher is joined by Kumar Sangakkara and Dinesh Karthik as as they discuss the opening day of the fourth Ashes Test between England and Australia. Stuart Broad's 600th Test wicket was a major talking point as Australia finished on 299-8, while wicketkeeper Karthik gave his thoughts on Alex Carey's controversial stumping of Jonny Bairstow at Lord's.
7/19/202316 minutes, 53 seconds
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Daggers & Lyds | The Ashes is still alive! Alex Blackwell previews the ODI series and Daggers' birthday celebrations begin!

Daggers and Lyds are joined by Australia legend Alex Blackwell to look ahead to the three-match ODI series, with England trailing Australia 6-4 in the multi-format Women's Ashes. They talk selection dilemmas, Australia's strength in depth and reaction to the series down under. Plus Daggers reveals how he'll be celebrating his birthday!
7/11/202337 minutes, 28 seconds
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3rd Test Day 4 Review | England get their first Test win of the 2023 Ashes to make it 2-1 in the series

Ian Ward is joined by Eoin Morgan, Mel Jones and Mark Butcher to discuss the action on Day Four of the Third Ashes Test, as England win by three wickets to narrow Australia's current series lead to 2-1. Harry Brook, Mark Wood and Chris Woakes emerged as England's heroes in Headingley, to score a combined total of 123 runs to seal the victory for the home side.
7/9/202350 minutes, 46 seconds
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3rd Test Day 2 Review | England fight back after Stokes & Ali heroics

Mel Jones is joined by Nasser Hussain and Kumar Sangakkara as they discuss a more positive day for England after Ben Stokes and his side put themself to within 26 runs of Australia before the second innings. Bowler Moeen Ali then took two wickets, including an angry Steve Smith's as Australia finished the day 116-4, leading by 142.
7/7/202321 minutes, 2 seconds
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3rd Test Day 1 Review | Wood's five-wicket haul as Aussies all out for 263

Mel Jones is joined by Eoin Morgan and Kumar Sangakkara as they discuss the opening day of the third Ashes Test between England and Australia. Mark Wood's incredible first appearance was a major talking point as he took five wickets to help get Australia out for 263.
7/6/202317 minutes, 15 seconds
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Did Jonny Bairstow's controversial dismissal breach the spirit of cricket?

Michael Atheron, Kumar Sangakkara and Mark Taylor join Ian Ward as they look back at Jonny Bairstow's controversial dismissal during the second Ashes Test and discuss if it breach the spirit of cricket.
7/6/202315 minutes, 36 seconds
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Daggers and Lyds | Can England come back from 6-0? What should England’s top order look like?

Ahead of the second T20 in the Women's Ashes, Daggers and Lyds look back at the two matches so far and ask if England can claw back the 6-0 deficit. We discuss whether Lauren Filer should've been included in the T20s, what England's top order could do differently and ponder whether the series format should be tweaked.
7/4/202340 minutes, 17 seconds
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2nd Test Day 5 Review | Aussies lead 2-0 despite Stokes' heroics and Bairstow's controversial dismissal

Michael Atherton and an array of guests discuss Australia's second Test victory over England in the Ashes. Ben Stokes' hit a spectacular 155 but couldn't help England draw level as further drama followed with Jonny Bairstow's controversial dismissal and an incident involving the Australian team in the Lords' Long Room.
7/2/202352 minutes, 42 seconds
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2nd Test Day 4 Review | Can England still win? Lyon plays while injured and Cummins' electric spell

Athers is joined by Eoin Morgan and Kevin Pietersen as they run through day four of the second Ashes Test. On the agenda today we discuss England's chances of recovering the Test, the impact of Lyon's injury on the Australian team and Pat Cummins' startling spell with the ball.
7/1/202314 minutes, 27 seconds
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'ICEC is damning which is important!' | Athers & Mel Jones discuss worrying report

Michael Atherton is joined by Mel Jones, East London cricket operations manager Arfan Akram and PA Media cricket correspondent Rory Dollard to discuss the report by the Independent Commission for Equity in Cricket.
7/1/202324 minutes, 14 seconds
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2nd Test Day 3 Review | Morning chaos, should England change tactics and Usman Khawaja's impressive form continues

Mel Jones is joined by Kevin Pietersen and Ricky Ponting as they run through day three of the second Ashes Test. On the agenda today we discuss a chaotic start to the day, why England need to sort their tactics and Usman Khawaja's continued impressive form.
6/30/202313 minutes, 30 seconds
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2nd Test Day 2 Review | Nathan Lyon Injury, when Steve Smith might retire and Cam Green’s no-balls

Mel Jones is joined by Eoin Morgan and Ricky Ponting as they run through day two of the second Ashes Test. On the agenda today we discuss the severity of Nathan Lyon's injury, when might Steve Smith retire and if Australia are losing their discipline after Cam Green's no-balls.
6/29/202314 minutes, 5 seconds
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2nd Test Day 1 Review | KP bell ringing, Tongue fights back and should Broad have bowled against Marnus?

Mel Jones is joined by Eoin Morgan and Kevin Pietersen as they run through day one of the second Ashes Test. On the agenda today we discuss KP's bell ringing experience, Josh Tongue fighting back to get two wickets after struggling in his first three overs and if Broad should have bowled against Marnus?
6/28/202313 minutes, 12 seconds
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Nasser Hussain, Mel Jones & Michael Atherton on ICEC's 'damning' report into English cricket

Ian Ward is joined by Nasser Hussain, Mel Jones and Michael Atherton at Lord's to reflect on the report by the Independent Commission for Equity in Cricket, which found widespread institutional racism, sexism and class-based discrimination in the English game.
6/28/20239 minutes, 56 seconds
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Women's Ashes: Only Test, Day 5 review | Australia win by 89 runs

Daggers is joined by Charlotte Edwards to discuss the fifth and final day of the Test as Australia beat England by 89 runs. We discuss England's batting collapse to 178 all out, Ashleigh Gardner's brilliant 12-wicket haul in the match, the importance of five-day Test matches in women's cricket and whether England can bounce back to regain the Ashes.
6/26/202313 minutes, 28 seconds
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Women's Ashes: Only Test, Day 4 review | Can Wyatt lead England home?

Lyds is joined by Simon Doull to run through the fourth day of the Test with Australia just five wickets away from victory over England. We discuss whether Danni Wyatt holds the key to seeing England home, whether Lauren Filer should play a part in the one day matches and the ongoing brilliance of Sophie Ecclestone.
6/25/202315 minutes, 51 seconds
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Franchise leagues, Afghanistan, and big contracts: What is the future of women's cricket?

Mel Jones is joined by Charles Dagnall, Isa Guha, Charlotte Edwards and Geoff Lemon as they discuss the big questions concerning the women's game at the moment, including how franchise cricket is impacting international sides and whether every series should be multi-format.
6/25/202316 minutes, 51 seconds
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Women's Ashes: Only Test, Day 3 review | What makes Tammy Beaumont special?

Katherine Sciver-Brunt joins Daggers to give some insight into what makes Tammy Beaumont special after she became the first England player to score a double-hundred in a women's Test. They also assess the state of the game and whether England missed a trick with the new ball as Australia started their second innings.
6/24/202312 minutes, 29 seconds
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Women's Ashes: Only Test, Day 2 review | England fight back after tough start

Charlotte Edwards joins Lyds to run through the second day of the Test as England fight back through Tammy Beaumont and Heather Knight after a special innings from Australia's Annabel Sutherland.
6/24/20238 minutes, 44 seconds
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Women’s Ashes: Only Test, Day 1 review | Australia end on top, did England miss a trick?

Daggers and Lyds run through the compelling first day at Nottingham's Trent Bridge stadium. On the agenda today we discuss whether England missed a trick in day one against Australia, Phoebe Litchfield's stunning performance and Lauren Filer's striking debut after taking her first wicket in Beth Mooney. We also discuss what England must do to excel on day two of the Women's Ashes.
6/22/202313 minutes, 3 seconds
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Daggers & Lyds' Ashes countdown | Lydia's OBE, Daggers' new car and the big questions facing England and Australia

Daggers and Lyds are counting down the hours until the Women's Ashes begins on Thursday at Trent Bridge. They discuss what we learnt from the two warm-up watches and the big questions facing both sides ahead of the series-opening Test match. Lyds also gives her reaction to being awarded an OBE and Daggers reveals why he has a bone to pick with his co-host over a new car!
6/21/202340 minutes, 36 seconds
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1st Test day 5 review | Australia take first Test in nail biter, Stokes should be proud, Khawaja stars and does Bairstow stay in?

Mel Jones is joined by Kumar Sangakkara and Eoin Morgan to dissect the incredible end to a superb first Test in Edgbaston. Usman Khawaja starred, hitting over a total of 200 runs and is this a defining Test for Pat Cummins? Ben Stokes should remain satisfied and proud in the way his England side played, but are their decisions to be made - should Jonny Bairstow stay in the gloves?
6/20/202316 minutes, 53 seconds
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1st Test day 4 review | Day 5 is finely poised, Root & Smith a cut above and Cummins leads from the front!

Mel Jones is joined at Edgbaston by Kevin Pietersen & Kumar Sangakkara as they run through day four of the first Ashes Test of the series. We look at who's in the driving seat ahead of a pivotal final day and how players such as Joe Root, Stuart Broad & Pat Cummins have stepped up to the plate.
6/19/202314 minutes, 24 seconds
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1st Test day 3 review | Stokes' ridiculous fields, Moeen gets fined and Richie Benaud impersonations

Mel Jones is joined at Edgbaston by Ricky Ponting and Eoin Morgan to run through day three of the first Ashes Test of the series. We look at the state of the game so far and try to work out who's ahead on the match.
6/18/202315 minutes, 58 seconds
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Womens Ashes Preview | Heather Knight, Sophia Dunkley & Alyssa Healy prepare for a record-breaking summer

Mel Jones and Nasser Hussain are joined by England pair Heather Knight and Sophia Dunkley to look ahead to the much-anticipated Women's Ashes series, which begins on Thursday at Trent Bridge. They discuss the challenge of red-ball cricket, playing at some of the biggest venues in the game, and reveal how the Lionesses have inspired them. We also hear from Alyssa Healy as she prepares to lead the Australia side in the absence of regular captain Meg Lanning.
6/18/202316 minutes, 20 seconds
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1st Test Day 2 review | Atherton: Khawaja century sets up barnstorming Test match | Broad vs Warner | Atherton and KP backing Bairstow

Mel Jones is joined by Michael Atherton and Kevin Pietersen as they look back at the second day of the first Test at Edgbaston. We discuss Usman Khawaja wonderful century and celebrations, what David Warner will be feeling after losing his wicket to Stuart Broad for the 15th tme and why Athers is hopeful that he might now lose his unwanted record! Plus, Jonny Bairstow's difficult day with the gloves and a look ahead to day three.
6/17/202316 minutes, 2 seconds
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1st Test Day 1 review | | Were Australia too defensive? | Bairstow stars on return | What will Root's legacy be?

Mel Jones is joined by Eoin Morgan and Kumar Sangakkara to run through the compelling first day at Edgbaston. On the agenda today we discuss whether Australia made a mistake leaving Mitchell Starc out and whether they approached the first session with too defensive a field. We assess Jonny Bairstow's successful return to Test cricket after serious injury and discuss the ongoing brilliance of Joe Root.
6/16/202315 minutes, 50 seconds
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Ben Stokes' date with destiny | England captain in conversation with Eoin Morgan & Michael Atherton

On the eve of one of the most highly anticipated Ashes series in years, England Test captain Ben Stokes sits down with former teammate Eoin Morgan and Sky Sports' Michael Atherton to reflect on the highs and lows of his career so far. They discuss the art of captaincy, the challenges of being a leader, Brendon McCullum's impact and what it would mean to be an Ashes-winning captain.
6/15/202321 minutes, 18 seconds
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Daggers and Lyds | Lewis looks ahead to Ashes and reflects on England experiences so far

Jon Lewis joins Daggers and Lyds this week and talks all things Ashes. Lewis also goes into how he’s embedded into the women’s team so far and team building exercises ahead of a big summer. Plus we take a look at Anya Shrubsole's retirement from cricket after The Hundred and the Charlotte Edwards Cup.
6/13/202356 minutes, 21 seconds
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Daggers and Lyds | Mel Jones joins for a big Ashes preview

Mel Jones joins Daggers and Lyds this week for a big Ashes preview. We discuss how huge Meg Lanning's injury will be for both sides and what this means for Alyssa Healy as Australia captain. We choose our potential lineups for the opener and ponder whether Lyds will manage to be at the ground on time for the first ball...
6/7/202354 minutes, 8 seconds
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The Ashes: What are the big questions facing England? | Nasser & Athers' series preview

Ian Ward is joined by Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton to look ahead to this summer's Ashes series. They discuss whether England need a Plan B, how concerns over Ben Stokes' fitness could affect the side, and the potential battle between David Warner and Stuart Broad.
6/2/202321 minutes, 20 seconds
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'I started through self-doubt' | Behind Brendon McCullum's philosophy

In an extended interview, Brendon McCullum sits down with Ian Ward to break down the coaching philosophy behind England's new brand of Test cricket.
5/31/202319 minutes, 48 seconds
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Daggers and Lyds | Kate Cross talks parasites, Ashes preparations and becoming a Northern Super Charger!

Daggers and Lyds are joined by Kate Cross who discusses her recent issues with illness caused by a parasite and how she's feeling now ahead of The Ashes. Plus, Kate speaks about her surprise move to the Northern Super Chargers for The Hundred.
5/30/202349 minutes, 16 seconds
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Daggers and Lyds | Lauren Winfield-Hill on loving her cricket and Ashes expectations

Daggers and Lyds are joined by Lauren Winfield-Hill, who opens up about rediscovering her love of cricket and her aim to be a part of England's plans at this summer's Ashes.
5/19/202351 minutes, 39 seconds
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Daggers and Lyds | Katherine Sciver-Brunt talks retirement and what's next

Daggers and Lyds are joined by Katherine Sciver-Brunt, with it recently being announced that she has retired from international cricket, after 267 appearances and 335 wickets across all formats. The trio look back on a stunning career, why she has made the decision and why retirement has been on her mind for a long time.
5/10/202349 minutes, 18 seconds
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Daggers and Lyds | Grace Scrivens talks World Cup, England ambitions & The Hundred

Daggers and Lyds are joined by Grace Scrivens to reflect on her experience leading England's Under-19s to the final of the T20 World Cup. She also discusses her ambitions to play in the senior side and her decision not to enter the Hundred Draft.
5/4/202351 minutes, 36 seconds
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Daggers and Lyds | Tash Farrant talks stress fractures and women's boxer shorts!

Daggers and Lyds are joined by Tash Farrant who discusses her recovery from a stress fracture of the back, how much she is looking ahead to The Hundred with Oval Invincibles, and sings the praises of women's boxer shorts!
4/20/202344 minutes, 32 seconds
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Daggers and Lyds | Issy Wong and Sophie Devine on Aussie pay deals, WPL and The Hundred

Issy Wong and Sophie Devine join Daggers and Lyds to discuss the new pay deal for Australia's female cricketers. They also give their thoughts on how the inaugural Women's Premier League went, and look ahead to being teammates for the Birmingham Phoenix in the third edition of The Hundred.
4/13/202346 minutes, 23 seconds
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'I'm not going to change anything': Ben Stokes on The Ashes, attacking cricket and his fitness

England Test captain Ben Stokes chats to Sky Sports Cricket's Nasser Hussain ahead of this summer’s Ashes series, insisting that his team’s attacking mindset will not change and revealing that he is pretty clear on his first XI. Stokes also discusses his fitness, what sort of pitches he wants, Australia players featuring in the County Championship, seam-bowling stalwarts James Anderson and Stuart Broad, and more.
4/13/202316 minutes, 15 seconds
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Liam Livingstone talks T20 World Cup glory, Ashes hopes & IPL return

England's Liam Livingstone joins Ian Ward to discuss his imminent return to action in the IPL following a long injury lay-off. He also reflects on England's T20 World Cup success, life under Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes, plus his Ashes hopes.
4/6/202318 minutes, 20 seconds
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Daggers and Lyds | Charlotte Edwards on WPL glory and Hundred draft

Charlotte Edwards joins Daggers and Lyds to reflect on winning the WPL with Mumbai Indians, what it’s like to coach in a different country with Lydia at her side and how The Hundred draft has played out for the Southern Brave.
3/29/202334 minutes, 1 second
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Daggers and Lyds | The Hundred draft analysis with Tammy Beaumont

Tammy Beaumont joins Daggers and Lyds to run through the big moves and surprises from The Hundred draft and how her role as Welsh Fire captain played into their strategy on the day.
3/24/202344 minutes, 16 seconds
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Daggers and Lyds | Heather Knight talks Ashes, WPL and Mankads

We have a new strand for the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast! Daggers and Lyds - aka Charles Dagnall and Lydia Greenway - will be talking all things Women's Cricket throughout the season.They say 'start the series how you mean to go on' so who better than Heather Knight to guest on the opening episode! She discusses how strange it was to play a match while the WPL draft was going on, we get her opinion on Mankading and we ask the all important question of what it's like rooming with Lyds.
3/17/202339 minutes, 27 seconds
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Finances, opportunities, equality - how women's cricket is growing

England batter Tammy Beaumont joins Ian Ward and Steven Finn to look at the growth of women's cricket, which is continuing through the inaugural Women's Premier League in India. Beaumont also reflects on the recent T20 World Cup, where Australia claimed their sixth title and third in a row, and the depth in the English game.
3/6/20238 minutes, 37 seconds
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What next for England central contracts as franchise cricket booms?

Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain look at the difficulties England face picking squads with so many of their players involved in franchise white-ball competitions. Should central contracts become more incentive-based?
2/2/20239 minutes, 50 seconds
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'Administrators were asleep at the wheel' - how franchise cricket is impacting international game

Michael Atherton, Nasser Hussain and Ian Ward discuss the rise of franchise cricket and the impact it is having on the international game. Is Test cricket under threat - and what issues could arise for players who skip from tournament to tournament?
1/28/202310 minutes, 21 seconds
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Historic win in Pakistan: The rapid transformation of England's 'no fear' team

Captain Ben Stokes and head coach Brendon McCullum, plus Stuart Broad, Nasser Hussain, Michael Atherton and Mark Butcher explore how England's 'no fear' mentality clinched a historic series sweep in Pakistan.
12/20/202239 minutes, 52 seconds
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Karachi 2000 | The famous win in the dark

Athers and Nasser recall England's famous win in the dark against Pakistan back in 2000, the only time they have ever won at the ground.
12/18/202221 minutes, 27 seconds
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James Anderson joins Nasser Hussain | Ben Stokes' leadership, Bazball in the Ashes and the secret to his longevity

James Anderson joins Nasser Hussain for a quick chat about the attacking mindset that Ben Stokes' Test side have instilled, whether Bazball can work in an Ashes series, and how the winning series in Pakistan compares to other away successes.
12/17/20228 minutes, 34 seconds
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Ramiz Raja joins Athers for a chat about the state of Pakistan cricket

PCB chief Ramiz Raja talks to Michael Atherton about England's tour of Pakistan, the security surrounding the Tests, the pitches we've seen so far and why England are a good challenge for Pakistan.
12/10/202215 minutes, 56 seconds
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Stuart Broad discusses England's Test transformation and how ‘enjoyment’ is their idea of victory

Stuart Broad sits down with Ian Ward, Mark Butcher, Nasser Hussain and Mark Atherton to discuss England’s transformation under Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes and how eradicating fear of failure has changed the Test side.
12/9/202235 minutes, 44 seconds
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A sit-down with ECB chairman Richard Thompson

County cricket, the ECB setup, the future of The Hundred, franchises and the future of Test cricket are all discussed as ECB chairman Richard Thompson joins Michael Atherton for a chat during the third day of the first Test between Pakistan and England.
12/3/202219 minutes, 25 seconds
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Jos Buttler Special: England captain reflects on T20 World Cup glory

England white-ball captain Jos Buttler joins Sky Sports' Ian Ward and Kumar Sangakkara to discuss his side’s T20 World Cup success in Australia in November, including the thumping victory over India in the semi-finals, the Ben Stokes-inspired win over Pakistan in the final and Player of the Tournament, Sam Curran.
12/1/202215 minutes, 41 seconds
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England in Pakistan preview: Will Bazball work? Rehan Ahmed's selection and winning in the dark in Karachi

Michael Atherton, Nasser Hussain and The Daily Telegraph's Nick Hoult look ahead to England's Test series in Pakistan.They talk about how things have changed since England's last tours of the country in 2000 and 2005, the selection of 18-year-old leg-spinner Rehan Ahmed and ponder whether 'Bazball' will work in Pakistan.
11/30/202223 minutes, 56 seconds
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Brendon McCullum on returning to Pakistan, playing entertaining cricket and picking Rehan Ahmed

Michael Atherton sits down to talk with England head coach, Brendon McCullum as his side prepare to return to play their first Test series in Pakistan for 17 years.McCullum speaks about what he sees as an 'obligation' to play entertaining cricket, the reasons behind the selection of 18 year old spinner, Rehan Ahmed and describes what type of coach he thinks he is.
11/29/202214 minutes, 49 seconds
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Jos Buttler Special: England skipper on T20 World Cup final, playing Pakistan at the MCG and leadership

Ahead of the T20 World Cup final against Pakistan, England skipper Jos Buttler sits down with Michael Atherton and Eoin Morgan to reflect on his captaincy journey so far, the side's white-ball success since the 2015 World Cup, and why they must enjoy Sunday's match at the MCG.
11/12/202219 minutes, 21 seconds
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T20 World Cup final preview: England's batting vs Pakistan's bowling - and what about a Super Over?!

Nasser Hussain and Eoin Morgan join Ian Ward to preview Sunday's T20 World Cup final between England and Pakistan at the MCG. The pundits reflect on Jos Buttler's side's thumping win over India in the semi-finals before talking England's batting, Pakistan's bowling, captaincy, rain and if plans will already be in place in case a Super Over is required.
11/11/202233 minutes, 25 seconds
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England vs India preview: Suryakumar Yadav's stunning form - and will Jos Buttler select an extra bowler?

Ian Ward, Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain look ahead to the T20 World Cup semi-final between England and India, discussing the 'incredible' Suryakumar Yadav and the reasons for his success, Jos Buttler and Alex Hales' opening partnership and whether England will consider picking an extra bowler at Adelaide Oval.
11/8/202225 minutes, 23 seconds
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England vs Sri Lanka Preview: How will the pitch challenge England?

Ian Ward and Nasser Hussain look ahead to England’s T20 World Cup clash against Sri Lanka, following a brilliant victory over New Zealand. The pair also discuss all the big talking points from the tournament so far, including their thoughts on the captaincy of Jos Buttler.
11/3/202216 minutes, 38 seconds
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England vs New Zealand Preview: Do England need to make changes?

Ian Ward, Simon Doull and Michael Atherton look ahead to England’s crunch clash against New Zealand, and all the big talking points from the T20 World Cup so far.
10/31/202218 minutes, 48 seconds
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'England are the most in-form team at T20 World Cup'

Eoin Morgan and Ian Ward look ahead to England's T20 World Cup opener against Afghanistan on Saturday, discussing Reece Topley's tournament-ending injury, Alex Hales' reintegration and the strength of the side's death bowling. Former England skipper Morgan also explains how current captain Jos Buttler will be feeling on the eve of his team's first fixture.
10/21/202215 minutes, 47 seconds
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T20 World Cup preview: Ben Stokes' role and who are tournament favourites?

Sky Sports Cricket's Ian Ward, Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton, plus CricViz's Freddie Wilde, preview the T20 World Cup, discussing England's selection dilemmas, Ben Stokes' role, if South Africa are dark horses and more.
10/10/202245 minutes, 44 seconds
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England's 'pipeline of talent' | Michael Atherton chats to the ECB about the pathway for the next generation

Michael Atherton chats to Mo Bobat, the ECB's Performance Director for men's cricket, and David Court, the ECB's Player Identification Lead about the pathways for young talent and what goes into finding the next generation of world-class cricketers.
9/12/202219 minutes, 19 seconds
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Sir Andrew Strauss discusses the principles of the high-performance review | 'We can't keep everyone happy'

Sir Andrew Strauss, Michael Atherton, Nasser Hussain, Ian Ward and Kevin Pietersen discuss some of the recommendations put forward in the ECB high-performance review, with the principle foundation of 'how can Test cricket be protected from the rise of shorter formats'.
9/8/202248 minutes, 28 seconds
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Rob Key backs high-performance review | 'We're trying to make a better system'

England's managing director of men's cricket, Rob Key, gives his thoughts on Sir Andrew Strauss' high-performance review into English cricket and their attempts to provide a better domestic structure for the game.
8/27/202213 minutes, 36 seconds
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Graeme Smith on South Africa's new T20 league, the future of Test cricket and captaining the Proteas to world No 1

Former South Africa captain Graeme Smith joins Michael Atherton and Ian Ward to discuss the importance of his country's new T20 league, the future of Test cricket, his double century at Lord's in 2003 and leading the Proteas to the top of the Test rankings.
8/19/202214 minutes, 19 seconds
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What should England’s domestic cricket structure look like?

Sir Andrew Strauss, who is chairing a high-performance review into English cricket, joins Michael Atherton to discuss the domestic structure, if the current schedule is unsustainable, and when is the ideal time for first-class matches to be played. Plus, is Test cricket under threat?
8/17/202223 minutes, 28 seconds
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'I want to play all three formats': Jonny Bairstow exclusive interview

Jonny Bairstow talks to Sky Sports' Michael Atherton about the relentless schedule for the modern-day cricketer, but insists he wants to play all three formats for "as long as possible" despite Ben Stokes' recent retirement from the 50-over game.
7/22/202216 minutes, 2 seconds
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Cut the number of Test teams? Is the 50-over game under threat? How to solve cricket's congested calendar

Eoin Morgan, Michael Atherton, Mark Butcher, Ravi Shastri and Shaun Pollock discuss the congested nature of the cricketing schedule and how things might change moving forward. Should the number of Test match teams be reduced? Is 50-over cricket under threat? Will there be fewer bilateral series?
7/22/202231 minutes, 2 seconds
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Moeen Ali and Adil Rashid discuss faith, the Hajj pilgrimage and team-mate support

England stars Moeen Ali and Adil Rashid tell Eoin Morgan what their faith means to them and their families, explain why the Hajj pilgrimage is important and how their team-mates have embraced them.
7/19/20227 minutes, 17 seconds
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'In the Zone' - Kevin Pietersen and Mark Butcher on sporting nirvana, in-form Jonny Bairstow and Ben Stokes' batting

Kevin Pietersen and Mark Butcher join Ian Ward to discuss what it feels like to be 'in the zone' as a sportsman, plus reflect on Jonny Bairstow's blistering Test form for England and whether captain Ben Stokes is 'devaluing his wicket' by batting so aggressively.
7/3/202236 minutes, 17 seconds
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Eoin Morgan and the art of captaincy, Zak Crawley's continued struggles for form, and Moeen Ali's future

Sky Sports Cricket's Michael Atherton, Mark Butcher, Ravi Shastri and The Guardian's cricket correspondent Ali Martin look through the Sunday papers and, among other things, discuss what made Eoin Morgan such a good captain, Zak Crawley's continued struggles at the top of the order in Test cricket, and where might Moeen Ali be moving to as three clubs compete for his affection in county cricket?
7/2/202224 minutes, 16 seconds
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England's 'Bazball' revolution, Azeem Rafiq's return to Headingley, and the future of Women's Test cricket

Sky Sports Cricket's Michael Atherton, Mark Butcher and Mel Jones and Press Association cricket correspondent Rory Dollard look through the Sunday papers, discussing England's 'Bazball revolution, Azeem Rafiq's return to Headingley for the first time since his claims of institutional racism at Yorkshire, England Women's Test match against South Africa and more.
6/26/202225 minutes, 27 seconds
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'Ben Stokes just gets captaincy' - Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton on England skipper's tactics, mentality and instinct

With Ben Stokes having made a successful start as England captain, two men who used to do the job, Sky Sports' Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton, look at the all-rounder's tactical nous, cricketing instinct, emotional intelligence - and how long he should stay in the role.
6/25/202214 minutes, 42 seconds
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England vs New Zealand: 1st Test review

Nasser Hussain and Simon Doull join Ian Ward to look back on England's five wicket win over New Zealand in the first Test at Lord's - discussing Ben Stokes' victorious start as captain, Joe Root's superb match-winning century and the tributes paid to former friend and colleague Shane Warne.
6/6/202222 minutes, 49 seconds
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Shane Warne's 'Ball of the Century' revisited

June 4 marked 29 years since the late, great Shane Warne delivered the 'Ball of the Century' to Mike Gatting. Warne's former captain, Mark Taylor, plus Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton reflect on the famous delivery and Warne's skill as a bowler and also discuss England leg-spinner Matt Parkinson.
6/4/202217 minutes, 2 seconds
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Stokes and McCullum talk England's new Test era

Ian Ward speaks to Ben Stokes and Michael Atherton chats with Brendon McCullum at the start of a new era for England men's Test squad. The newly appointed coach and captain combination look ahead to the series against New Zealand.
6/1/202227 minutes, 40 seconds
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England v New Zealand 1st Test preview

Ian Ward, Simon Doull, Nasser Hussain & Mark Butcher preview England's 1st Test against New Zealand.
5/30/202247 minutes, 55 seconds
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Nasser Hussain meets Rob Key

Nasser Hussain sits down with his former Sky Sports colleague Rob Key for an in-depth interview following his appointment as England's new managing director of men's cricket. They discuss the challenges of the role, selection decisions and the importance of having a 'thick skin' in his new role.
5/11/202244 minutes, 49 seconds
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The Hundred Draft podcast: 2022 playing squads revealed

Charles Dagnall and Charlotte Edwards are joined by Sophie Molineux, Fran Wilson, Sam Curran and Adam Zampa to give their thoughts on the big-name players signings made in The Hundred as teams boosted their playing squads ahead of the 2022 tournament.
4/5/202236 minutes, 32 seconds
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'Juggernaut' Australia outclass England to win Women's World Cup

All the reaction following Australia's 71-run victory over England in the Women's World Cup final as the Southern Stars won the tournament for a seventh time. We hear from victorious captain Meg Lanning, beaten skipper Heather Knight and Australia all-rounder Ellyse Perry. Charlotte Edwards and Georgia Elwiss discuss whether Knight made a mistake by opting to bowl, while the ECB's head of women's cricket Clare Connor talks about where England need to improve.
4/3/20221 hour, 8 minutes, 45 seconds
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Who has been retained in The Hundred? Plus, Shane Warne on Justin Langer and James Anderson

Shane Warne and Charlotte Edwards join Rob Key and Nasser Hussain to look at how The Hundred squads are shaping up for the 2022 season following Deadline Day. Charlotte also talks about her ambition to coach at international level one day, while Shane has his say on England men's Ashes thrashing, their decision to leave James Anderson and Stuart Broad out of the West Indies tour, and whether Justin Langer would be a good fit as the team's new head coach.
2/22/202250 minutes, 7 seconds
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England's next step | Was Root lucky to remain in charge? Did Broad and Anderson deserve to be dropped?

Rob, Nasser and Athers discuss England's management upheaval following the dismal Ashes tour, whether Joe Root deserves another chance as Test captain and if Stuart Broad and James Anderson should have been dropped.
2/11/20221 hour, 1 minute, 45 seconds
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England's week of change - and would Justin Langer be a good fit as head coach?

Nasser Hussain reflects on the departures of Ashley Giles and Chris Silverwood from the ECB, whether Justin Langer would be a good fit as England's next coach, and Joe Root remaining as Test captain for at least March's three-match series in the West Indies. We also hear from England batter Ollie Pope on a 'brutal' Ashes defeat, county pitches and his support for Root.
2/5/202215 minutes, 40 seconds
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Has The Hundred been a success? Has the tournament won over its critics?

Nasser Hussain, Rob Key and Lydia Greenway are joined by the ECB's Beth Barrett-Wild, Southern Brave spinner Jake Lintott and PA cricket correspondent Rory Dollard following the announcement of The Hundred fixtures for 2022. The panellists look at how the tournament is helping women's cricket, if it can be improved and how it should fit into the domestic structure.
1/28/202250 minutes, 12 seconds
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County schedule, split coaches and stop the Ashes obsession - how do England fix their Test cricket?

Nasser Hussain, Ian Ward, Michael Atherton and Rob Key dissect England's humbling 4-0 Ashes defeat and look at ways the side can boost their Test cricket moving forward. Do England need split coaches? Does county cricket require a drastic overhaul? Should the Ashes obsession stop?
1/17/20221 hour, 15 minutes, 58 seconds
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A gripping Sydney finish, Crawley adds impetus - and who should be England's wicketkeeper?

Nasser Hussain, Michael Atherton, Ian Ward and Roy Key discuss England's nerve-shredding draw in Sydney, quality innings from Zak Crawley and Jonny Bairstow, who should be the team's wicketkeeper going forward, and how they will balance their injury-hit side for the final Ashes Test in Hobart.
1/9/202243 minutes, 10 seconds
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England's Ashes thrashing: Why the batting struggles and will Chris Silverwood be sacked?

Nasser Hussain, Rob Key, Michael Atherton and Ian Ward reflect on England's crushing defeat at the MCG, which ensured they lost the Ashes series inside 12 days. The pundits discuss the reasons why England are struggling to find Test batsmen and whether the loss in Australia will lead to the exit of head coach Chris Silverwood. Plus, should Joe Root carry on as captain?
12/28/202147 minutes, 51 seconds
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Second Ashes Test review: England outplayed after poor decisions

After England fell to a 275-run defeat in the second Ashes Test against Australia, Mike Atherton, Nasser Hussain and Rob Key joined Ian Ward to reflect on what went wrong for Joe Root's side. The team's planning and selection come under fire while there is a debate over what England should be considering when picking their XI for the third Test in Melbourne.
12/20/202146 minutes, 19 seconds
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Second Ashes Test preview: Can England hit back in Adelaide?

With England looking to fight back in the second Ashes Test - a day-nighter in Adelaide - Mike Atherton, Nasser Hussain and Rob Key join Ian Ward to discuss how they might be able to level the series with the make-up of the bowling attack, a faltering batting line-up and England's slip catching woes all on the agenda.
12/14/202145 minutes, 23 seconds
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First Ashes Test review: What could England have done differently?

Following defeat in the opening Ashes Test, Nasser Hussain, Mike Atherton and Rob Key reflect on what England could have been done differently in Brisbane and areas to improve going into the rest of the series.
12/11/202141 minutes, 12 seconds
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Ashes preview: What can England do to regain the urn?

With the start of the Ashes less than a week away, Nasser Hussain, Mike Atherton and Rob Key join Ian Ward to discuss the challenge facing England to regain the urn in Australia, disrupted preparations, Pat Cummins captaining the hosts and their own experiences of playing down under.
12/3/202139 minutes, 56 seconds
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Australia win T20 World Cup after crushing New Zealand

All the reaction from Dubai as Australia claim their maiden T20 World Cup title after thumping New Zealand by eight wickets. Winning captain Aaron Finch and beaten skipper Kane Williamson - whose sparkling 85 from 48 balls came in vain for the Black Caps - share their thoughts. Plus, Nasser Hussain has his say on a tournament dominated by the toss of the coin, while Michael Atherton, Sam Curran and Rob Key also reflect on Australia's victory in the UAE.
11/14/202132 minutes, 33 seconds
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‘Discrimination is not banter’ – Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton on Azeem Rafiq investigation

Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton discuss Yorkshire’s handling of the Azeem Rafiq investigation, why the England and Wales Cricket Board has to come down strongly, Gary Ballance admitting using a racial slur towards Rafiq, and whether English cricket is doing enough to promote inclusivity.
11/4/202113 minutes, 23 seconds
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Brilliant Buttler sinks Sri Lanka – England on brink of World Cup semi-finals

We hear from Man of the Match Jos Buttler after his maiden T20 international ton – a 67-ball 101 not out – helped England to victory over Sri Lanka and all but secured a semi-final place at the T20 World Cup. Rob Key, Sam Curran, Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain also praise Eoin Morgan’s captaincy and England’s fielding, discuss the impact of dew and look at the positives for Sri Lanka after an entertaining game in Sharjah. Plus, Simon Doull catches up with Morgan and Sri Lanka skipper Dasun Shanaka.
11/1/202127 minutes, 50 seconds
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'Genius' Buttler and bowlers star again - England trounce Australia in T20 World Cup

All the reaction from England's thumping eight-wicket win over Australia in the T20 World Cup. Tammy Beaumont, Rob Key, Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton reflect on a third comprehensive victory in a row for Eoin Morgan's side, while England's Liam Livingstone discusses a 'genius' innings from Jos Buttler, who scored an unbeaten 71 from 32 balls, including five sixes. Plus, we hear from winning captain Morgan and losing skipper Aaron Finch, and look ahead to England's match with Sri Lanka in Sharjah on Monday.
10/30/202124 minutes, 24 seconds
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Roy's rampage, magnificent Mills and the fifth bowler conundrum - England vs Bangladesh reaction

Sky Sports pundits Mike Atherton, Nasser Hussain, Rob Key and guest Alex Tudor reflect on England's ICC T20 World Cup win over Bangladesh - plus hear from the respective skippers Eoin Morgan and Mahmudullah.
10/27/202127 minutes, 35 seconds
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Malan, Morgan and Pakistan's win over India - a statistical look at the T20 World Cup

Rob Key is joined by Michael Atherton and CricViz's Freddie Wilde for a light-hearted statistical look at the opening stages of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, with Dawid Malan, Eoin Morgan, the impact dew will have on the tournament and Pakistan's thumping win over India talked about in detail. Plus, Keysy brings the James Bond movie into proceedings!
10/25/202149 minutes, 59 seconds
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T20 World Cup: Would Eoin Morgan leave himself out and how will England do?

Nasser Hussain, Rob Key, Michael Atherton and Ian Ward discuss the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, including England's chances, Eoin Morgan's poor form with the bat and if Dawid Malan's place is in jeopardy. The pundits also talk about India, Australia, West Indies, South Africa, dew and death bowling, plus reflect on Scotland's opening-day victory over Bangladesh.
10/19/202144 minutes, 46 seconds
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Reviewing England Women's summer and looking ahead to a bumper 2022

Mark Butcher, Ebony Rainford-Brent and Lydia Greenway reflect on England's series wins over India and New Zealand this summer, while head coach Lisa Keightley discusses where the team can improve ahead of the Ashes and 50-over World Cup in 2022.
9/26/202116 minutes, 32 seconds
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England 'confident Ashes will take place'

England and Wales Cricket Board chief executive Tom Harrison talks to Sky Sports Cricket's Mike Atherton about the prospects of this winter's Ashes taking place, as well as a range of topics including the impact The Hundred is having on the game as a whole and the structure of the domestic season.
8/12/202123 minutes, 53 seconds
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Rohit Sharma Exclusive: Batting, Bollywood and challenges of Test cricket

India batsman Rohit Sharma sits down with Sky Sports' Dinesh Karthik to discuss his approach to batting, being described as having 'lazy elegance' at the crease, becoming a fixture in his country's Test team, playing in England - and crying at Bollywood movies! Rohit also talks family, fatherhood, friendship and his passion for conservation.
8/12/202140 minutes, 56 seconds
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Will The Ashes go ahead? Plus, Root delivers under pressure

Guardian cricket correspondent Ali Martin joins David Lloyd and Michael Atherton at Trent Bridge to discuss whether The Ashes is in doubt, one of Joe Root's best Test hundreds, the frailties in England's top order and the packed county-cricket calendar.
8/8/202132 minutes, 5 seconds
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Virat Kohli Exclusive: India captain talks to Dinesh Karthik about fitness, fame, leadership and future of Test cricket

Virat Kohli, speaking exclusively to Sky Sports' Dinesh Karthik, opens up about his feisty attitude on the field, turning his fitness around, captaining India, the future of Test cricket and a whole lot more.
8/3/202139 minutes, 22 seconds
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Nathan Leamon Special: The rise of the analyst, coded signals and the DRS revolution

Sky Sports' Michael Atherton talks to England analyst Nathan Leamon about the rise of data in cricket, with the pair discussing coded signals, the DRS revolution, why left-handed players are thriving, the importance of the toss and much, much more.
6/3/202120 minutes, 14 seconds
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England vs New Zealand preview: Should Anderson and Broad play together - and what will England's new boys bring?

Nick Knight is joined by Niall O'Brien and Adam Collins to preview England's two-Test series against New Zealand. The panel discuss whether James Anderson and Stuart Broad should play together and what England new boys Ollie Robinson and James Bracey will bring to the group. Niall and Adam also have their say on England's decision to rest their IPL contingent for the series and the strengths of the New Zealand side.
5/31/202121 minutes, 6 seconds
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World Test Championship Final: Are India or New Zealand favourites?

Nick Knight is joined by Adam Collins and Niall O'Brien to preview the World Test Championship Final between India and New Zealand at The Ageas Bowl from June 18. Adam reveals what he likes about giant Black Caps seamer Kyle Jamieson and wonders whether New Zealand's heart-breaking defeat in the World Cup final will help them in this showpiece game. There is also analysis of what side India will pick - and if Virat Kohli's team have any weaknesses. Plus, has the World Test Championship been a success and how can it be improved?
5/30/202119 minutes, 46 seconds
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Spinwash '93 preview: Michael Atherton and Neil Fairbrother on England's chaotic tour of India

Michael Atherton catches up with former team-mate Neil Fairbrother to reflect on England's madcap tour of India in 1993, the story of which will be told in Athers' documentary, Spinwash '93, at 7pm on June 2 on Sky Sports Cricket. Michael and Neil discuss the off-field issues England faced on that trip, their limited success on it, and the camaraderie the players shared, as well as the emergence of India's Anil Kumble and Sachin Tendulkar. Plus, does it frustrate Fairbrother that he only made 10 Test appearances for England - and would he have played more in today's era?
5/29/202117 minutes, 26 seconds
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Bumble's all-time Lancashire team: Who joins Andrew Flintoff and James Anderson in the side?

David Lloyd picks his all-time Lancashire side from players he has seen, played with or coached - with no overseas players allowed as he focuses on local talent. James Anderson, Andrew Flintoff, Mike Atherton and Matt Parkinson are among those to make the cut, but who else joins them in Bumble's team?
5/28/202116 minutes, 51 seconds
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Black Lives Matter Special: Taking a knee - and is enough being done to tackle racism?

On the one-year anniversary of George Floyd's murder, Michael Holding and Ebony Rainford-Brent join Ian Ward and Nasser Hussain to discuss Black Lives Matter, taking a knee, if enough is being done to tackle racism, and whether cricket is changing for the better.
5/25/20211 hour, 5 minutes, 10 seconds
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Who makes Glamorgan's greatest ever XI?

With Sky Sports showing this week's LV= Insurance County Championship clash at Sophia Gardens, Mike Atherton and David 'Bumble' Lloyd join former Glamorgan and England bowler Robert Croft and journalist Eddie Bevan, who has covered the Welsh county for 40 years, to pick their greatest all-time Glamorgan XI.
5/14/202125 minutes, 1 second
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Australia's Ashes preps, county comebacks and some club cricket crackers!

Freelance broadcaster and journalist Adam Collins joins Rob Key, Nasser Hussain and Mike Atherton on The Cricket Show to assess Australia's strength in depth as well as the highs and lows from the latest County Championship action. Plus, Stan Heaton MBE joins us to talk about junior participation.
4/30/202158 minutes, 16 seconds
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Was Ed Smith successful for England? Plus, the rising stars of county cricket

Nasser Hussain and Rob Key are joined by Michael Atherton and David Lloyd to reflect on Ed Smith's departure as national selector and rate how he performed in the role. The boys also look at head coach Chris Silverwood now being in sole charge of picking squads, plus discuss some of the rising stars and England hopefuls in county cricket, including Ollie Robinson, James Bracey and Matt Critchley.
4/22/202154 minutes, 5 seconds
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Phil Tufnell Special: Trials and tribulations of England's 1993 Spinwash tour to India

Former England spinner Phil Tufnell joins Rob Key, Nasser Hussain and Mike Atherton on The Cricket Show to discuss his playing days with England - including the highly eventful 1993 'Spinwash' tour to India - and all things spin bowling.
4/15/202155 minutes, 50 seconds
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2021 IPL preview, solving the crowded county schedule and cricket rants!

Rob Key and Nasser Hussain are joined by David Lloyd and Mark Butcher to preview the 2021 County Championship and IPL seasons. The guys also rant about their biggest cricket bug bears, which includes a look at the recent, controversial run out of Pakistan’s Fakhar Zaman in South Africa.
4/9/202153 minutes, 49 seconds
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Eoin Morgan Special: English cricket is healthy but formats need space to grow

England white-ball skipper Eoin Morgan joins Nasser Hussain and Rob Key on The Cricket Show to assess his team's T20 and ODI progress in India, plus analyse the state of English cricket and how the three formats can continue to grow on the domestic and global stages at a time when lucrative T20 leagues are increasingly popular for players and spectators alike.
4/1/202149 minutes, 18 seconds
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Kevin Pietersen Special: What's England's best T20 lineup and why rotate in Tests?

Kevin Pietersen joins Nasser Hussain and Rob Key on The Cricket Show to discuss England's 'rest and rotation' policy this winter, he looks at their best lineup for the T20 World Cup in October and reflects on his best knocks in the sub-continent after England's struggles against spin in India.
3/25/202153 minutes, 17 seconds
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Ashley Giles on England ambitions in challenging year; CricViz's T20 stats & trends

England men's managing director Ashley Giles joins Nasser Hussain and Rob Key on The Cricket show to reflect on the 3-1 Test series loss in India and look ahead to the challenges that lie ahead in 2021. We also hear from CricViz analyst Freddie Wilde on the stats and trends emerging in T20 cricket ahead of England's five-match series in India.
3/11/202159 minutes, 53 seconds
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Eoin Morgan Special: England’s strongest squad step up World Cup plans in India T20 series

England's white-ball captain Eoin Morgan joins Sky Sports Cricket's Mike Atherton to preview the five-match ODI series against India - the skipper explaining why this series is so crucial for his side's ICC T20 World Cup hopes, why India will begin the tournament as favourites, how the benefits of playing in the IPL are balanced with the risks of player burnout and how Alex Hales could be integrated back into the England set-up in the summer.
3/10/202116 minutes, 51 seconds
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How can England respond after heavy defeat in India?

After England slumped to an innings defeat in the fourth Test in India, confirming a 3-1 series defeat, Nasser Hussain, Mike Atherton and Rob Key joined Ian Ward to discuss how it came about, from struggles against spin to rotation and much more.
3/6/202148 minutes, 32 seconds
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Charlotte Edwards and Isabelle Westbury on the challenges facing women in sport

Former England captain Charlotte Edwards and journalist Isabelle Westbury join Nasser Hussain and Rob Key on The Cricket Show to discuss the challenges facing women in sport, broadcasting and journalism. Plus almost a year on from Australia's victory in the Women's World T20, we catch up with Beth Mooney!
3/4/202147 minutes, 46 seconds
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Monty Panesar Special on England and India's spinners, plus his Test career and mental health struggles

Former spinner Monty Panesar joins Nasser Hussain and Rob Key on The Cricket Show to assess the slow bowlers in the on-going series between India and England, plus look back on a 50-Test career that went from the high of dismissing Sachin Tendulkar to a long-running struggle with mental health problems.
3/3/202142 minutes, 11 seconds
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Was the Ahmedabad pitch fit for Test cricket? Did England get their team selection wrong?

Ian Ward, Nasser Hussain, Michael Atherton and Rob Key reflect on England's two-day defeat to India in the pink-ball game in Ahmedabad, discussing whether the pitch was fit for Test cricket, the omission of Dom Bess, some umpiring inconsistencies, and the tourists' rotation policy.
2/25/202145 minutes, 58 seconds
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The Hundred to start with historic women's game. Plus, which squads look strong?

Ian Ward, Nasser Hussain and Ebony Rainford-Brent are joined by Charlotte Edwards to discuss The Hundred launching with a women's match and what impact that will have. Oval Invincibles stars Sam Curran and Jason Roy look forward to the tournament and talk tactics and team-mates, while Nasser assesses which sides have done the best business.
2/24/202152 minutes, 56 seconds
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Alex Hales 'desperate' for England return. Plus, how do you manage maverick players?

Alex Hales tells The Hussain and Key Cricket Show that he is 'desperate' to play for England again and that it was 'sickening' to miss the 2019 World Cup. Plus, Nasser, Rob and guests Mike Atherton and David Lloyd discuss how to manage maverick players and create a team culture.
2/18/202157 minutes, 43 seconds
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Jack Leach on England's tour of India, plus the nature versus nuture debate!

England spinner Jack Leach joins Nasser Hussain and Rob Key on The Cricket Show to look back on the first Test against India - and ahead to the second - plus Mike Atherton and David Lloyd join our panel to discuss if sporting excellence is the result of nurture of nature? And what makes a good coach?
2/11/202159 minutes, 23 seconds
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Joe Root on his 100th Test and England's toughest of challenges in India

England captain Joe Root joins Nasser Hussain and Rob Key to to look back on a journey that has brought him 100 Test caps and ahead to the challenges to come, starting with perhaps the toughest of them all away in India. Cricket broadcaster Harsha Bhogle reflects on the impact India’s win over Australia has had on the country and its cricket fans, plus he shares his thoughts on how the hosts should best balance their side for the four-Test series.
2/4/202151 minutes, 31 seconds
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'Likeable' England beat Sri Lanka and now face 'formidable' India

Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton dissect England's 2-0 series win over Sri Lanka after yet another batting collapse from the home side, hail Joe Root as a 'great ambassador' for his team, and look ahead to the games against an India side unbeaten in home Test series since 2012.
1/25/202126 minutes, 23 seconds
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Root's masterclass, DRS decisions and Dickwella's playful sledging

Kumar Sangakkara salutes - and says he learnt from - Joe Root's 186 against Sri Lanka, plus Michael Atherton and Rob Key assess the decisions for the third umpire on day three in Galle as well as home wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella’s playful sledging towards the England batsmen.
1/24/202126 minutes, 18 seconds
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Awesome Anderson, batting against spin and England's rotation policy

James Anderson reflects on his six-wicket haul against Sri Lanka and is called England's greatest-ever bowler by Rob Key, while Nasser Hussain looks at Dom Sibley and Zak Crawley's struggles against spin and whether the selectors are right to rest Jonny Bairstow for the first two Tests in India.
1/23/202126 minutes, 21 seconds
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'Master craftsman' Anderson shines on flat pitch

Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain hail James Anderson after his three-wicket haul on day one of the second Test. We also hear from Anderson himself as well as Angelo Mathews, whose unbeaten century steered Sri Lanka to 229-4 by stumps in Galle.
1/22/202126 minutes, 23 seconds
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Graeme Swann and Dan Lawrence on England in Sri Lanka, plus India's near 'Invincibles'

England batsman Dan Lawrence and former spinner Graeme Swann join Sky Sports Cricket pundits Nasser Hussain and Rob Key to analyse England's on-going tour of Sri Lanka, plus we look ahead to the upcoming Test series in India - "the toughest test" for any side in world cricket right now.
1/21/202152 minutes, 18 seconds
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Cricket Debate: England close in on victory despite late wobble

Michael Atherton, Rob Key and Kumar Sangakkara reflect on an absorbing day four of the first Test as England close in on victory over Sri Lanka despite a late wobble with the bat. The pundits also praise Lahiru Thirimanne after he scored his second Test hundred and first in eight years, while we hear from England spinner Jack Leach after his five-wicket haul.
1/17/202126 minutes, 31 seconds
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Cricket Debate: Root scores superb double hundred

England captain Joe Root reflects on his double century against Sri Lanka in Galle and is praised by Michael Atherton, while Mahela Jayawardene and Jack Leach look ahead to day four of the first Test.
1/16/202126 minutes, 31 seconds
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England's busy 2021 and how to win Test series in India and Australia

Sky Sports pundits Mike Atherton and Nasser Hussain join Ian Ward to assess England’s jam-packed schedule in 2021 and analyse how best Joe Root’s side can maximise their chances of winning in India and Australia in particular.
1/15/202118 minutes, 34 seconds
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Joe Root Special: I've been underperforming in Test cricket

Sky Sports pundit Mike Atherton sat down with Joe Root ahead of the first Test against Sri Lanka for an in-depth chat in which the England captain admitted he has been underperforming in Test cricket - and is determined to start making match-winning scores - and urged his players to reveal if they are struggling with the burdens of international cricket this winter.
1/14/202118 minutes, 43 seconds
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Cricket Debate: England in 'dream world' after stunning Sri Lanka

England's Stuart Broad and Dom Bess reflect on the opening day of the first Test on which Sri Lanka were bowled out for just 135 in Galle before the tourists reached 127-2 in reply. Nasser Hussain and Rob Key join Ian Ward to analyse all of the action.
1/14/202128 minutes, 17 seconds
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Kumar Sangakkara and Dom Bess look ahead to Sri Lanka vs England Test series

Sri Lankan legend Kumar Sangakkara and England spinner Dom Bess join Nasser Hussain and Rob Key on the Hussain and Key Cricket Show to look ahead to the two Test series between the countries and share their insights into how each team is shaping up for the contest.
1/13/202148 minutes, 5 seconds
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James Anderson and Stuart Broad special: Sri Lanka, India and the Ashes

England seamers James Anderson and Stuart Broad join Nasser Hussain and Rob Key to look ahead to the first Test against Sri Lanka - the start of a bumper year of international cricket in which Joe Root's side could play as many as 17 Tests. We also look back on Sri Lanka series of yesteryear, including some of Nasser's finest moments!
1/8/202151 minutes, 5 seconds
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Superman Stokes and when Mikey and Ebony spoke - Cricket review of 2020

Nasser Hussain, Michael Atherton, David Lloyd and Rob Key reflect on the year in cricket, including Michael Holding and Ebony Rainford-Brent's passionate words on racism, the Women's T20 World Cup, milestones for Stuart Broad and James Anderson and Zak Crawley's double century.
12/24/20201 hour, 4 minutes, 13 seconds
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Steve Waugh Special: Steve Smith like a matador and why I wouldn't ban the bouncer

Former Australia captain Steve Waugh joins us for a special episode of The Cricket Show as he explains why he has never seen a batsman like Steve Smith, discusses why he would not ban the bouncer in cricket, and reflects on how well the players in his great Australia side got on.
12/17/202050 minutes, 46 seconds
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Andrew Flintoff: Bairstow must play Tests, Stokes could present Top Gear, plus Bumble and Nass anecdotes!

Former all-rounder Andrew Flintoff joins The Cricket Show to explain why Jonny Bairstow is one of England's top-three Test batsmen, to give his verdict on Jofra Archer, Ben Stokes and Sam Curran - plus retell some hilarious anecdotes featuring David Lloyd and Nasser Hussain!
12/10/202053 minutes, 37 seconds
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Bubble breached - what next for England and South Africa?

Nasser Hussain and Mike Atherton join Ian Ward to discuss England's curtailed tour to South Africa and the ramifications both on and off the field following the postponement of the ODI series Also on the agenda are bubble fatigue, Australia's high hopes for young all-rounder Cameron Green and the great sports commentators, following the sad passing of Peter Alliss.
12/8/202030 minutes, 43 seconds
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Adil Rashid's Test future, 'box office' Dawid Malan and England's coded signals

Nasser Hussain and Rob Key look back at England’s T20 sweep of South Africa and ahead to the ODI series, praising “box office” Dawid Malan and discussing England’s coded signals. Plus, leg-spinner Adil Rashid joins the boys to talk about whether he will return to Test cricket, his bowling speeds and how crucial Moeen Ali has been in his development.
12/3/202054 minutes, 14 seconds
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Who is England's next Liam Plunkett? Plus, the series in South Africa and Dele Alli's catch!

Liam Plunkett joins Rob Key and Nasser Hussain to look at who can replace him as England's middle-overs maestro in white-ball cricket. Plus, we look at the South Africa vs England series and assess Tottenham midfielder Dele Alli's sensational catch!
11/27/202058 minutes, 28 seconds
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How are England shaping up for T20 World Cup and Ashes?

How well-equipped are England ahead of the T20 World Cup and huge Test series against India and Australia? Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton talk Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Jos Buttler and more days out from the white-ball games against South Africa. The team also reflect on the innovations introduced for the upcoming Big Bash League season - and whether or not they like them.
11/24/202041 minutes, 49 seconds
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England's T20 selection dilemmas, plus Pollock's battles with Nasser and Athers!

England’s T20 selection dilemmas and white-ball series with South Africa are discussed as Shaun Pollock and Michael Atherton join Rob Key and Nasser Hussain. Shaun looks at a tumultuous period for the Proteas and what players will be key against England, while also reflecting on his battles with Nasser and Athers during his career.
11/19/202052 minutes, 33 seconds
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Nasser Hussain's Team of the 2020 IPL and Jos Buttler's preferred batting position

Nasser Hussain picks his team of the 2020 IPL, Jos Buttler explains why he batted in the middle order for Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians head coach Mahela Jayawardene savours his side's title triumph as all three join Rob Key for the IPL Cricket Show.
11/11/202050 minutes, 14 seconds
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IPL play-off permutations, Chris Jordan on Jofra Archer and is Jasprit Bumrah the best bowler across all formats?

Chris Jordan joins Rob Key and Nasser Hussain on The IPL Cricket Show to reflect on Jofra Archer's storming displays in the tournament, plus our pundits discuss the play-offs so far, chat about the Women’s T20 challenge, finalise their best team to miss out on the T20 era, and ask if Jasprit Bumrah is the best bowler across all formats!
11/6/202048 minutes, 58 seconds
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The best batsmen that missed out on T20, plus Superb Stokes and the Universe Boss!

Sam Curran joins Rob Key and Nasser Hussain on The IPL Cricket Show to discuss the skills of Ben Stokes and Chris Gayle and staying in a bio-secure bubble, before Rob and Nasser select the top batsmen who played in the era before T20 but would have flourished in it.
10/30/202047 minutes, 50 seconds
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IPL Show: Archer at his best - and where should Buttler bat?

Rob Key, Nasser Hussain and special guests Shane Warne and Jonny Bairstow discuss Jofra Archer's scintillating IPL form, where Jos Buttler should bat for Rajasthan Royals and the importance of coaches in franchise T20 cricket. Plus, not for the first time, Nasser raves about AB de Villiers!
10/23/202051 minutes, 53 seconds
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'Woakes a champion all-rounder in any other era'

Mike Atherton and Mark Butcher join Nick Knight to discuss the big winners from the NatWest Cricket Awards. Chris Woakes and Sarah Glenn took the top men's and women's prizes, with Zak Crawley claiming the young player award.
10/4/202014 minutes, 37 seconds
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Ian Bell: Right time for me to retire

Ian Bell speaks to Sky Sports about his decision to retire from cricket at the end of the 2020 season and a glittering England career which featured 22 Test hundreds and five Ashes wins.
9/5/202014 minutes, 14 seconds
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Cricket Debate: 600 up for 'genius' Anderson

"A genius with the ball in his hand." James Anderson showed that genius once again as he took his 600th Test wicket, the first seamer in the history of the game to achieve that feat. Rain earlier in the day ensured the third Test ended in a draw, leaving Mark Butcher and guests Alec Stewart, Dominic Cork and Bazid Khan to sing Anderson's praises and look back on a fantastic, if slightly damp, series - won 1-0 by England.
8/25/202039 minutes, 30 seconds
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Cricket Debate: Who makes a 21st century world XI?

A combination of some stubborn Pakistan batting, poor England catching and the weather means James Anderson is still waiting for his 600th Test wicket – just one to get now! Mark Butcher, Dominic Cork, Bazid Khan and Matt Prior discuss that, Dom Bess and the importance of a quality spin bowler before moving on to pick their 21st century world XIs.
8/24/202039 minutes, 19 seconds
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The art of coaching with Nasser Hussain and Rob Key

Nasser Hussain and Rob Key look at the art of coaching, from improving players at the elite level to keeping kids interested in youth cricket, plus analyse the development of England batsman Zak Crawley.
8/24/202034 minutes, 1 second
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Cricket Debate: How can England prolong Anderson's career?

As James Anderson closes in on 600 Test wickets - just two more to go - Darren Gough, Dominic Cork and Bazid Khan join Mark Butcher to discuss how England can keep their greatest ever bowler going for as long as possible. Also on the agenda was Azhar Ali's battling hundred and the latest inductees to the ICC Hall of Fame, including the great Jacques Kallis.
8/23/202039 minutes, 32 seconds
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Cricket Debate: Record-breakers! Crawley, Buttler dominate for England

Zak Crawley and Jos Buttler's record-breaking 359-run partnership, followed by Jimmy Anderson's late three-wicket burst put England in complete control of the third Test against Pakistan. Mark Butcher was joined by Darren Gough, Matt Prior and Bazid Khan to discuss a near-perfect day for the hosts.
8/22/202039 minutes, 31 seconds
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How can England win The Ashes in Australia?

Sir Andrew Strauss and Nasser Hussain examine how England can build for The Ashes in Australia in 2021-22 and whether Adil Rashid should return to the Test side. Plus, Strauss discusses how his 2010-11 team won the urn down under.
8/22/202021 minutes, 2 seconds
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Cricket Debate: Is Crawley England’s long-term number three?

Lydia Greenway, Adam Collins and Bazid Khan join Mark Butcher to reflect on Zak Crawley’s superb 171no, run the rule over Pakistan’s attack and assess the tenure of outgoing ECB chairman Colin Graves.
8/21/202039 minutes, 34 seconds
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Cricket Debate: Who are England's options in reserve?

The Cricket Debate panel discuss England's batting and spin bowling options they have in reserve ahead of a possible winter tour of India, while Mark Butcher, Dominic Cork, Robert Croft and Azhar Mahmood also reflect on the final day of the second Test between England and Pakistan.
8/17/202034 minutes, 19 seconds
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Pink ball? Start earlier? Change the mindset? How to fix bad light in cricket

Shane Warne, Michael Atherton, Nasser Hussain and more offer up potential solutions to cricket's bad light problem, including the use of pink balls, starting games earlier and shifting from an old-school mindset.
8/17/202032 minutes, 15 seconds
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Cricket Debate: 'A lack of urgency, intensity and an unwillingness to play'

After another weather-affected fourth day at The Ageas Bowl, with only 10.2 overs of play possible, The Sun's John Etheridge joined The Cricket Debate to vent his frustrations, while Dominic Cork, Matt Prior and Bazid Khan answered your Twitter questions - including some possible solutions to the 'bad light' problem in cricket.
8/16/202028 minutes, 6 seconds
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Cricket Debate: England-Pakistan all-time Test XI

After a dismal third-day washout of the second #raisethebat Test between England and Pakistan, The Cricket Debate dreamed up what an all-time combined XI between the two teams might look like, with Mark Butcher, Dominic Cork, Azhar Mahmood and Osman Samiuddin playing chief selectors.
8/15/202039 minutes, 21 seconds
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How to solve 'bad light' in cricket and England's tailender troubles

On the latest Cricket Debate, Mark Butcher and guests discuss the issue of 'bad light' in cricket and how best to solve it after another interruption-heavy second day's play at The Ageas Bowl, while they also take a look at England's recent struggles to dismiss tailenders - a trend that has continued in the second Test against Pakistan.
8/14/202039 minutes, 22 seconds
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Captaincy with Shane Warne, Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton

What makes a successful captain? Nasser Hussain and Shane Warne join fellow Sky Sports pundit Mike Atherton to discuss the qualities and attributes required - and recount some of their personal experiences.
8/14/202047 minutes, 27 seconds
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England’s Archer dilemma and Bob Willis Trophy here to stay?

Former England fast bowler Steve Finn looks at Jofra Archer’s omission for the second Test against Pakistan and whether he comes in for unfair criticism; Dominic Cork and Azhar Mahmood also join Mark Butcher on The Cricket Debate to discuss England’s slip catching woes, Pakistan’s day one struggles and whether the Bob Willis Trophy is here to stay.
8/14/202039 minutes, 19 seconds
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Woakes and Buttler the heroes as England win Manchester epic

Mark Butcher, Matt Prior, Phil Walker and Bazid Khan reflect on England's stunning win over Pakistan in the first Test, whether Chris Woakes is now a must pick and what Jos Buttler's impressive innings could mean for his Test career.
8/8/202039 minutes, 47 seconds
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England must support Buttler - but Foakes is ready to step up

Cricket Debate guests Matt Prior and Alec Stewart discuss Jos Buttler's struggles behind the stumps, while Stewart says Ben Foakes is ready to step up if England make a wicketkeeping change. Plus, is Jimmy Anderson still England's most important bowler and will Pakistan win the first Test?
8/7/202039 minutes, 32 seconds
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Cricket Debate: Pakistan on top and remembering Bob Willis

The Cricket Debate panel discuss Shan Masood's superb hundred against England and Pakistan's potent bowling attack, while they share memories of the late, great Bob Willis following the release of a biography on the England and Sky Sports legend's life.
8/6/202039 minutes, 15 seconds
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Cricket Debate: Brilliant Babar and erratic England

Alec Stewart, Dominic Cork and Bazid Khan join Mark Butcher to discuss Babar Azam's classy half-century, England's wayward bowling, the World Cup Super League and the likelihood of international teams returning to Pakistan.
8/5/202038 minutes, 50 seconds
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‘England’s depth of ODI talent is scary’

Opener Jason Roy gives us the inside track on England’s build-up to the ODI series against Ireland as Rob Key, Niall O’Brien and Nick Knight preview the first match in the World Cup Super League.
7/29/202039 minutes, 20 seconds
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Cricket Debate: 500 for Broad, Woakes the unsung hero

500 up for Stuart Broad! The England seamer took his milestone wicket, meaning Chris Woakes was again the unsung hero despite taking a five-for as England regained the Wisden Trophy with a big win at Emirates Old Trafford. Mark Butcher was joined by Lydia Greenway, Alec Stewart and Courtney Walsh to discuss the conclusion to a fabulous series with the West Indies.
7/28/202035 minutes, 2 seconds
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Cricket Debate: England-West Indies all-time Test XI

A washout on day four at Emirates Old Trafford meant a slightly different Cricket Debate. After 57 years, England and West Indies will compete for the Wisden Trophy for the final time on Tuesday and to mark the occasion Mark Butcher, Dominic Cork, Lydia Greenway and Courtney Walsh selected their all-time XI.
7/27/202031 minutes, 25 seconds
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Cricket Debate: Broad moves to 499 Test wickets

Stuart Broad was the toast of the town - or at least Darren Gough, Courtney Walsh and Lydia Greenway - again as he took six wickets in a day dominated by England at Emirates Old Trafford, to move to 499 Test wickets. Plus, should England's openers be trying to score more quickly?
7/26/202036 minutes, 25 seconds
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Cricket Debate: Broad and Anderson show their class

Stuart Broad and James Anderson were simply superb on day two of the third #raisethebat Test, so Alec Stewart, Dominic Cork and Courtney Walsh hail them as well as Windies seamer Kemar Roach, after the latter passed 200 Test wickets. Plus, is enforcing the follow-on on England's mind?
7/25/202038 minutes, 48 seconds
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Cricket Debate: Pope will be a superstar

Dominic Cork, Alec Stewart and Courtney Walsh join Mark Butcher to laud England batsman Ollie Pope and reflect on some key selection decisions from both sides on day one of the Ruth Strauss Foundation Test. Plus the panel discuss the new Richards-Botham Trophy.
7/24/202034 minutes, 32 seconds
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Cricket Debate: Will England force victory?

Sir Curtly Ambrose, Dominic Cork and Ravi Bopara join Mark Butcher to preview a tantalising fifth day of the second Test between England and West Indies, plus talk England's spin options, why consistency is key in the slip cordon and why Shai Hope has been short of runs.
7/19/202039 minutes, 24 seconds
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Cricket Debate: Stokes on road to greatness

Dominic Cork says Ben Stokes could become one of England's greatest ever, plus we hear from Stokes after his superb 176 at Emirates Old Trafford. Cork, Sir Curtly Ambrose and Ravi Bopara also answer your questions on bowling, rain days and Joe Root's off-spin.
7/18/202039 minutes, 31 seconds
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Cricket Debate: Stokes and Sibley's centuries - and how should Buttler play?

Mark Butcher, Dominic Cork, Sir Curtly Ambrose and Lydia Greenway discuss Dom Sibley and Ben Stokes' centuries, how Jos Buttler should bat, and whether the absence of fans in the #raisethebat Test series is having an impact.
7/17/202038 minutes, 39 seconds
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Cricket Debate: Archer's exclusion - and should Anderson have played?

Dominic Cork, Sir Curtly Ambrose and Lydia Greenway join Mark Butcher to discuss Jofra Archer's exclusion from the second Test against West Indies - and whether the hosts should have picked James Anderson.
7/16/202038 minutes, 38 seconds
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Cricket Debate: BLM gave Windies 'extra motivation'

Former West Indies captain Darren Sammy believes the significance of the Black Lives Matter movement provided "extra motivation" to win the first Test against England, as he joins Darren Gough, Ravi Bopara and Mark Butcher on The Cricket Debate.
7/12/202038 minutes, 48 seconds
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Cricket Debate: Crawley selection a 'simple decision'

Dominic Cork says that Zak Crawley has done enough to be picked ahead of Joe Denly for the next Test at Old Trafford after his 76 on day four at The Ageas Bowl as he joins Darren Sammy, Ravi Bopara and Mark Butcher on The Cricket Debate.
7/11/202038 minutes, 39 seconds
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Cricket Debate: 'Broad has a right to be angry'

Dominic Cork says that Stuart Broad has a right to be angry and frustrated at being dropped from England's team for the first Test against West Indies as he joins Darren Sammy, Ravi Bopara and Mark Butcher on The Cricket Debate.
7/10/202037 minutes, 39 seconds
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Cricket Debate: Is it fair to criticise England's batsmen?

Darren Sammy, Lydia Greenway and Dominic Cork join Mark Butcher on The Cricket Debate to discuss whether it's fair to criticise England's under-cooked batsmen after they were bowled out for 204 on day two of the first #raisethebat Test against the West Indies.
7/9/202037 minutes, 19 seconds
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Cricket Debate: Should England have picked Broad?

Darren Gough debates whether Stuart Broad should have started the first Test for England against the West Indies, while we also hear from Darren Sammy and Lydia Greenway, as well as listen to Michael Holding and Ebony Rainford-Brent's powerful Black Lives Matter message.
7/8/202039 minutes, 44 seconds
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Black Lives Matter: Racial 'brainwashing' must end

Michael Holding passionately dissects the "brainwashing" he says is to blame for racial issues remaining rife to this day after he and Ebony Rainford-Brent share their experiences of racism, within cricket and society as a whole, in Black Cricketers Matter.
7/8/202031 minutes, 16 seconds
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Anderson? Broad? Archer? Wood? Who misses out for England?

Nasser Hussain, Michael Atherton and Ian Bishop look at which England seamers might miss out on the first Test, the pressure on Joe Denly and how Ben Stokes will fare as captain as they preview the three-Test #raisethebat series against West Indies.
7/6/20201 hour, 3 minutes, 42 seconds
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'I felt I had to be twice as good a player' - Black Lives Matter and diversity in cricket

Mark Butcher welcomes Phillip DeFreitas, Mark Alleyne, Ebony Rainford-Brent and Raj Tulsiani to discuss the Black Lives Matter movement, how cricket can become more diverse on the pitch and in the boardroom, and the racist abuse DeFreitas suffered during his England career.
6/27/202056 minutes, 24 seconds
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The art of coaching: What are the keys to success?

Nasser Hussain, Rob Key, Michael Atherton and David Lloyd discuss the art of coaching, in cricket and beyond, as they assess how to get the best out of players, create a positive culture and win matches.
6/20/202054 minutes, 47 seconds
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What are the top 10 greatest cricket moments on Sky Sports?

To celebrate 30 years of cricket on Sky Sports, we tasked Nasser Hussain, Michael Atherton and David Lloyd to agree on the top 10 greatest cricketing moments of the last three decades shown on Sky.
6/12/202056 minutes, 37 seconds
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The Cricket Show: Will COVID substitutions be allowed?

ECB director of special projects Steve Elworthy joins Ian Ward, Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton to discuss the planning that has gone into the scheduled bio-secure Test series against the West Indies, while we also hear from Lancashire director of cricket Paul Allott as Emirates Old Trafford prepares to host two of those Tests, as well as from England opener Rory Burns.
6/4/202043 minutes, 23 seconds
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Bumble, Nasser, Athers and Key on England's summer schedule and back-to-training group

David Lloyd, Rob Key, Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton discuss England's summer schedule, the ins and outs of their 55-man back to training group, and the state of the county game.
6/1/202046 minutes, 47 seconds
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Who are county cricket's greatest ever players?

Following the release of Wisden Cricket Monthly's list of the 50 greatest moments in county cricket over the last 50 years, we pooled together a playing panel spanning the decades of David Lloyd, Graham Gooch, Nick Knight and Rob Key to discuss the domestic game at large.
5/29/20201 hour, 1 minute, 53 seconds
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The Cricket Show: Should Alex Hales return for England?

Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton discuss whether Alex Hales deserves another chance with England and the delay of domestic cricket until August 1 at the earliest, plus we are joined by England quick Mark Wood and Lancashire seamer Graham Onions.
5/28/202043 minutes, 10 seconds
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Hussain and Key pick World XIs for Virtual Test Rematch

Nasser Hussain and Rob Key pick two world XIs from different eras to collide in a Virtual Test to mark 30 years of cricket on Sky Sports.
5/27/202054 minutes, 22 seconds
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West Indies pace bowling with Sir Curtly Ambrose and Ian Bishop

Pace aces Sir Curtly Ambrose and Ian Bishop discuss their days playing for West Indies, with Ambrose reflecting on his clash with Steve Waugh and Bishop chatting about the injuries that affected his career.
5/25/202053 minutes, 57 seconds
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The Cricket Show: Will England tour Pakistan in 2022?

PCB chief executive Wasim Khan discusses the possibility of Pakistan touring this summer and if they'd use that to leverage an England tour in 2022. Join Ian Ward, Michael Atherton and Ebony Rainford-Brent as they also they also celebrate Chance to Shine's 15th birthday with CEO Laura Cordingley and focus on Mental Health Awareness Week.
5/21/202043 minutes, 18 seconds
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Jonathan Trott and Marcus Trescothick on battling mental health conditions

Former England batsmen Jonathan Trott and Marcus Trescothick open up on their battles with mental health conditions and reveal how they are coping during the lockdown period.
5/20/202047 minutes, 25 seconds
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The Cricket Show: When will England play the West Indies?

ECB managing director Ashley Giles and West Indies chief executive Johnny Grave join Nasser Hussain, Michael Atherton and Ian Ward on the latest episode of The Cricket Show to give us an update on England's postponed Test series against West Indies.
5/14/202043 minutes, 17 seconds
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James Anderson and Dale Steyn talk fast bowling

South African Dale Steyn and England's James Anderson discuss fast bowling - including who was the more skilful bowler - on a Sky Cricket Podcast.
5/13/202053 minutes, 38 seconds
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'England's best ever attack': Flintoff and Harmison on England glory days

Friends and former England team-mates Steve Harmison and Andrew Flintoff recall their playing days on a Sky Cricket Vodcast special, reflecting on their introduction to cricket, the famous 2005 Ashes series and their love of playing together.
5/11/202055 minutes, 53 seconds
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The Cricket Show: Joe Root on how Test cricket can return

England Test captain Joe Root discusses how and when Test cricket will return and potentially playing in bio-secure environments. Plus, we get the lowdown on how coronavirus is affecting county and women's cricket from Richard Gould and Clare Connor respectively.
5/7/202040 minutes, 25 seconds
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Do Australia have the strongest bowling attack in world cricket?

Shane Warne, Tom Moody and Jason Gillespie discuss the strength of Australian cricket, the emergence of Marnus Labuschagne and The Hundred being delayed until 2021.
5/4/202056 minutes, 42 seconds
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The Cricket Show: James Anderson, Tammy Beaumont, Kumar Sangakkara

England internationals James Anderson and Tammy Beaumont discuss life in lockdown, Kumar Sangakkara reflects on the MCC's tour of Pakistan, and ECB chief executive officer Tom Harrison explains why The Hundred remains central to the growth of the game - all in the first episode of our new weekly show!
4/30/202043 minutes, 11 seconds
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'Virtual Test a reminder of the England greats of the game'

Nasser Hussain and Rob Key reflect on Nasser's 147-run thumping of Key in Sky Sports statistician Benedict Bermange's Virtual Test, with both reminiscing on just how good the likes of Robin Smith, Graham Thorpe and Angus Fraser - who starred for Nasser's side - were.
4/25/202016 minutes, 20 seconds
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Bumble Special: David Lloyd’s life in cricket

David Lloyd looks back on his time as a player, coach and broadcaster and shares some of his great anecdotes and impressions with Nasser Hussain and Ian Ward.
4/23/202059 minutes, 29 seconds
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The state of New Zealand cricket and the great Sir Richard Hadlee

Brendon McCullum, Ian Smith and Simon Doull discuss the state of New Zealand cricket, including the disappointing tour of Australia, who should be classed as the Black Caps' most significant player ever and whether this years's T20 World Cup will be shifted.
4/22/202052 minutes, 37 seconds
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Nasser vs Key England XIs: Who picks KP? Flintoff? Anderson?

Nasser Hussain and Rob Key pick England XIs from the eras they played in to do battle in a Virtual Test match. Find out which players made the cut...
4/20/202032 minutes, 49 seconds
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The offspinner's bluff: Dom Bess and Graeme Swann on finger spinner dark arts

Dom Bess and his offspinning hero Graeme Swann join Ian Ward and Rob Key to discuss the bluff and bravado needed to be a spinner international cricket, while Bess also talks about his return to the England Test fold after a difficult two years.
4/16/202040 minutes, 14 seconds
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The keys to coaching with Bumble, Paul Farbrace and Jason Gillespie

What are the dos and don'ts when it comes to dealing with players? Paul Farbrace, Bumble and Jason Gillespie talk coaching in cricket...
4/15/202054 minutes, 34 seconds
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Bob Willis tribute: Sir Ian Botham, David Lloyd, Mike Selvey and Paul Allott remember legend

We toast and pay tribute to the late, great Bob Willis as Sir Ian Botham, David Lloyd, Mike Selvey and Paul Allott join Ian Ward to discuss his lightning-quick bowling, acerbic analysis, sparkling sense of humour and heart of gold.
4/13/202058 minutes, 11 seconds
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The art of fast bowling with Stuart Broad, Michael Holding and Shaun Pollock

Stuart Broad, Michael Holding and Shaun Pollock join us for a fast-bowling special, discussing cricket's greatest seamers, the best batsmen they faced and how to bowl quickly.
4/10/202047 minutes, 41 seconds
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Cricket writing during a crisis: Mike Atherton, Lawrence Booth, Will Macpherson, Gideon Haigh

Wisden Almanack editor Lawrence Booth, Will Macpherson – who writes for the Evening Standard on cricket and rugby - and independent writer Gideon Haigh join Mike Atherton to discuss cricket writing during the coronavirus pandemic.
4/9/202047 minutes, 6 seconds
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'I loved playing in the 90s': Nasser Hussain, Alec Stewart and Darren Gough

Darren Gough and birthday boy Alec Stewart joined Nasser Hussain and Rob Key for a special 'Cricket in the 90s' lockdown podcast, sharing their favourite stories from their playing era, including their battles against the great Australia side of the decade.
4/8/202045 minutes, 10 seconds
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Chris Lewis: How I moved on from drug-smuggling terror and prison

In a candid podcast, former England all-rounder Chris Lewis discusses the drug-smuggling offence that saw him imprisoned for six years, how he got through his stint in jail, and the play charting his experiences.
4/6/202059 minutes, 50 seconds
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Andrew Strauss: England's World Cup win and my mistake with KP

Andrew Strauss discusses how he could have handled Kevin Pietersen better, England's 2019 World Cup victory, the Ben Stokes incident and winning the 2010-11 Ashes in Australia as he charts his career as player, captain and director of cricket.
4/4/20201 hour, 30 minutes, 48 seconds
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Sam Mendes & Eoin Morgan Special: World Cup, Oscars and Virat Kohli

Oscar-winning director Sam Mendes and England white-ball captain Eoin Morgan join Michael Atherton and Rob Key to talk World Cup wins, 1917's Private Buttler, Virat Kohli and Quentin Tarantino!
4/3/202051 minutes, 34 seconds
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England Selection Special: How do you pick a squad and Moeen Ali's future

England selectors Ed Smith and James Taylor discuss how they pick a squad, the importance of character, how they tell players they have been dropped and Moeen Ali's international future.
4/2/202045 minutes, 31 seconds
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Shane Warne: Why Nasser Hussain is in the best England XI I faced

Shane Warne picks ultimate England and Australia XIs from cricketers he played with and against, while he also reflects on intriguing and sometimes hilarious battles with the likes of Nasser Hussain and Daryl Cullinan and reveals why he would not reinstate Steve Smith as Australia captain.
3/31/20201 hour, 3 minutes, 57 seconds
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Joe Root: Beating SA, winning the World Cup and Mark Wood's dancing!

England captain Joe Root guests on the latest Sky Cricket Lockdown Podcast to discuss the series win in South Africa and his hopes for the Test side, when he tried to be too much like Eoin Morgan, the thrilling World Cup triumph, his cricketing memorabilia - and Mark Wood's dancing!
3/30/202055 minutes, 48 seconds
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Massive moment for women's cricket and the 'scary' Shafali Verma

England captain Heather Knight joins Ebony Rainford-Brent, Isa Guha, Lydia Greenway and Nasser Hussain to reflect on the highly successful Women's T20 World Cup, salute 'scary' India Women batter Shafali Verma and explain how she is keeping busy amid the coronavirus pandemic.
3/29/202050 minutes, 47 seconds
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Ben Stokes: Ashes 2021/22 planning has started

Ben Stokes joins Ian Ward, Rob Key and David Lloyd for our latest lockdown podcast, where he talks of his excitement of England's emerging Test team and chats us through his daily fitness regime while he self-isolates from home.
3/28/202041 minutes, 8 seconds
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India Special: Kohli's the boss and IPL 2020

Rob Key, Nasser Hussain and Mike Atherton catch up with England's Jonny Bairstow and India coach Ravi Shastri to discuss the Indian Premier League and more in another Sky Cricket Podcast.
3/27/202053 minutes, 11 seconds
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Jos Buttler: Ashes duels, IPL and coronavirus lockdown

Jos Buttler joins Rob Key, Nasser Hussain and Mike Atherton for the first of our new lockdown series to give his insights into a range of topics including the impact of coronavirus, the IPL and that unforgettable Ashes duel between England's Jofra Archer and Australia's Steve Smith.
3/25/202049 minutes, 34 seconds
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Women's T20 World Cup final preview

Nasser Hussain, Lydia Greenway and Ebony Rainford-Brent discuss the Women's T20 World Cup final, India's opportunity to change the global game, and keyboard warriors.
3/7/202029 minutes, 45 seconds
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Knight leading England's T20 World Cup charge

Lydia Greenway, Isa Guha and Mel Jones preview the Women's T20 World Cup, looking at favourites Australia, Heather Knight's England and more. The trio also talk filling up the MCG and front-foot no-ball technology.
2/19/202053 minutes, 14 seconds
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James Anderson: I don't think I've peaked yet

Sir Alastair Cook and James Anderson discuss the pressures that come with playing international cricket, Anderson's England future and how he might have to be managed going forward, while they also reflect on the highs and lows of their respective ODI careers...
2/9/202029 minutes, 15 seconds
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James Anderson: Form, fitness & fear of failure

James Anderson stars on the latest Sky Sports Cricket Podcast, discussing his return to fitness, form in South Africa and how he deals with the highs and lows of Test cricket. The seamer also lifts the lid on his his team-mates Ben Stokes, Mark Wood and Jofra Archer and new coach Chris Silverwood.
2/7/202042 minutes, 10 seconds
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Moeen Ali: I want to play for England

Moeen Ali speaks to Ian Ward and says he plans to return to Test cricket after a tough end to 2019 which saw him consider quitting the longest form.
2/4/20209 minutes, 8 seconds
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Dr Ali Bacher: unifying South Africa

Dr Ali Bacher reflects on his five decades at the heart of South African cricket, including his role in the rebel tours before the end of apartheid.
1/29/202043 minutes, 7 seconds
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Do England need Moeen in Sri Lanka?

Cricket Debate guests Alec Stewart and Paul Farbrace say England should try to convince Moeen Ali to tour Sri Lanka in March, while also reflecting on a superb 3-1 win series win in South Africa.
1/27/202037 minutes, 30 seconds
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Will Wood's form fire up Archer?

Cricket Debate guests Rob Key and Graham Gooch talk Mark Wood's five-wicket haul, whether Ben Stokes should bowl more for England, demerit points, Vernon Philander and more.
1/26/202039 minutes, 17 seconds
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Cook 'lost that fire' for Test cricket

Sir Alastair Cook reflects on his record-breaking England Test career with Nick Night and Rory Burns, his captaincy highs and lows and gives the reason behind his decision to retire from the international game.
1/26/202021 minutes, 38 seconds
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Disaster day for South Africa in Jo'burg

Graham Gooch and Robert Croft reflect on a disastrous second day of the fourth Test for South Africa, as Mark Wood and Stuart Broad belted them to all parts with the bat, before England reduced them to 88-6 in their first innings.
1/25/202039 minutes, 15 seconds
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Was Stokes in the wrong for fan spat?

After Ben Stokes appeared to swear at a spectator during day one of England's fourth Test against South Africa, Alec Stewart and Robert Croft debate whether he was in the wrong.
1/24/202039 minutes, 43 seconds
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Did Root bowl himself for too long?

As England wrapped up a convincing innings victory over South Africa in the third Test, Joe Root was smashed for a record-equalling 28 runs in one over so, on The Cricket Debate, we ask Alec Stewart and Mark Rampraskash if the England skipper bowled himself for too long?
1/20/202039 minutes, 29 seconds
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Makhaya Ntini: South Africa's trailblazer

Makhaya Ntini talks to Nasser Hussain about his remarkable journey from a herding cattle in a small village in the Eastern Cape to becoming the first black African cricketer to play for South Africa and going on to take 390 Test wickets.
1/20/202040 minutes, 55 seconds
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Would bowling more help Root's batting?

England are on the verge of a Test win against South Africa in Port Elizabeth and captain Joe Root starred with the ball! Mark Ramprakash and Graham Gooch joined Charles on The Cricket Debate to look the action on day four.
1/19/202039 minutes, 29 seconds
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Steve Finn on fitness, future, Jofra Archer and Shane Watson!

Steven Finn speaks to Nick Knight and Rob Key on which batsman he found toughest to face, England's exciting, youthful Test team, their use of Jofra Archer, as well as his fitness and future cricketing aspirations.
1/19/202042 minutes, 28 seconds
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Simply the Bess

Dom Bess took his maiden five-wicket haul in Test cricket on a rain-hit day three in Port Elizabeth. Tailender Felix White and Graham Gooch join Charles to discuss that and much more.
1/18/202039 minutes, 28 seconds
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Pope's ton, Rabada's ban and Buttler's form

Alec Stewart and Paul Farbrace guested on The Cricket Debate to reflect on Ollie Pope's first Test century and if he will soon be playing for England in all forms. The pair also discussed Kagiso Rabada's ban and if Jos Buttler's place is in jeopardy.
1/17/202039 minutes, 27 seconds
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Did England get batting tempo right?

Should England have shown more attacking intent on day one in Port Elizabeth? Charles is joined by Alec Stewart and Robert Croft on The Cricket Debate to discuss the first day of the third Test against South Africa.
1/16/202039 minutes, 23 seconds
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Cronje match-fixing scandal - 20 years on

Two decades on, Nasser Hussain and Mike Atherton look back at the infamous match-fixing scandal at Centurion which led to Hansie Cronje being banned from cricket for life.
1/15/202045 minutes, 18 seconds
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Is Stokes better than Botham?

Has Ben Stokes trumped Sir Ian Botham as England's greatest-ever all-rounder? Alec Stewart and Graham Onions discuss on The Cricket Debate after the tourists' 189-run win over South Africa in Cape Town.
1/7/202039 minutes, 33 seconds
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Can South Africa pull off record chase?

Alec Stewart and Vikram Solanki debate South Africa's chances of pulling off a record Test run-chase after a determined effort with the bat on day four of the second Test against England.
1/6/202039 minutes, 33 seconds
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Superb Sibley and slow over rates

Graham Gooch and Vikram Solanki discuss Dom Sibley's maiden Test fifty and when England will declare in Cape Town - plus mull over how to solve the problem of slow over rates.
1/5/202040 minutes, 1 second
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How long left for Broad and Anderson?

Graham Gooch and Ebony Rainford-Brent ponder how long James Anderson and Stuart Broad have left at Test level; praise Dom Bess' economical bowling; and enter the heated no-ball debate after day two in Cape Town.
1/4/202038 minutes, 37 seconds
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Should England have one selector?

Alec Stewart and Vikram Solanki discuss whether England should have one selector who picks the squad and XI, how Moeen Ali is a big miss, another batting collapse and Ollie Pope's second Test fifty on the latest episode of The Cricket Debate.
1/3/202039 minutes, 32 seconds
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Root: time to trial four-day Tests

Joe Root says four-day Tests are worth trialling, insists captaincy isn't affecting his batting and has big hopes for England in 2020.
1/1/202052 minutes, 26 seconds
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Who should England pick for the Cape Town Test?

Former England assistant coach Paul Farbrace and batting coach Mark Ramprakash play the role of selectors and debate England's XI for the second Test in South Africa.
12/29/201939 minutes, 31 seconds
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Why were England's bowlers so erratic?

Angus Fraser and Mark Ramprakash join The Cricket Debate to look back at England's wayward bowling display on day three of the first Test against South Africa, while also praising Rory Burns' battling fifty that could possibly set up a thrilling run chase.
12/28/201939 minutes, 33 seconds
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Why do England keep collapsing with the bat?

Former England batting coach Mark Ramprakash runs the rule over England's batsmen's dismissals, while he and Rob Key also debate Jonny Bairstow's role in the side after England collapsed to 181 all out on day two of the first Test against South Africa.
12/27/201939 minutes, 31 seconds
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Bob Willis: The Debate tribute

Nasser Hussain, Michael Atherton and Graham Gooch and Mark Ramprakash pay tribute to Bob Willis in the first episode of The Debate following his death, while they also give their thoughts on day one of the first Test between South Africa and England in Centurion.
12/26/201936 minutes, 31 seconds
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Cricket's decade of change

Michael Atherton, Nasser Hussain and Ian Ward reflect on a decade of cricket that included the rise of Virat Kohli, the tragic passing of Phillip Hughes and England winning the men's and women's World Cups.
12/24/201932 minutes, 58 seconds
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All in a spin - Mark Wood's World Cup final

England seamer Mark Wood gives an emotional account of the World Cup final, including why he sat on a washing machine, why he regrets overdressing and how the tears flowed.
12/16/201915 minutes, 42 seconds
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Have England learnt anything in New Zealand?

Have England learnt anything during their 1-0 Test series defeat in New Zealand? Nasser Hussain and Rob Key assess on The Cricket Debate as well as look at the big selection issues ahead of the tour to South Africa.
12/3/201926 minutes, 36 seconds
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Big knock for Pope - and will England win?

Rob Key and Graham Onions guest on The Cricket Debate to discuss Ollie Pope's maiden Test fifty, Joe Root's third double century and how England should go about trying to win in Hamilton.
12/2/201926 minutes, 32 seconds
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'Root and Burns showed mental toughness'

Rob Key and Robert Croft guest on The Cricket Debate to dissect Joe Root and Rory Burns' centuries as well as Burns' run out, while the thorny issue of county pitches also rears its head again...
12/1/201926 minutes, 29 seconds
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Key vs Colvile - and New Zealand on top

Rob Key and Charles Colvile feverishly debate conditions in county cricket, plus reflect on day two of the second New Zealand vs England Test with Jonathan Trott.
11/30/201926 minutes, 29 seconds
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Ian Smith: My Life in Commentary

He enjoyed an illustrious playing career for New Zealand but to many around the world Ian Smith will be best known as ‘Smithy’, the commentator. In this special podcast he gives an insight into his life in cricket commentary.
11/29/201924 minutes, 54 seconds
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'England caught cold over wicketkeepers'

Alec Stewart told The Cricket Debate that England will never again go on tour without a second frontline wicket-keeper in their squad as he and fellow Cricket Debate guest Rob Key reflect on day one of the second Test against New Zealand.
11/29/201926 minutes, 48 seconds
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England's recipe for success & signature dishes

David Lloyd, Michael Atherton and Ian Ward assess England's chances of levelling the series in New Zealand and reveal their signature dishes.
11/28/201931 minutes, 28 seconds
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'No defence for England's innings defeat'

Alec Stewart says England's innings thrashing at Mount Maunganui was indefensible as he and fellow Cricket Debate guest Graham Onions assess the tourists' collapse and whether Joe Root remains the right man to captain the side.
11/25/201926 minutes, 30 seconds
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Giles on backing Root and picking Silverwood

Ashley Giles, England's managing director of men's cricket, tells Ian Ward why Joe Root is the right man to captain the side, why he picked Chris Silverwood as head coach and how managing player workload is one of his major objectives.
11/24/201914 minutes, 11 seconds
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Will England save the first Test?

Alec Stewart and Jonathan Trott guest on The Cricket Debate to assess whether England can salvage a draw in the first Test against New Zealand and whether county cricket prepares bowlers well enough for overseas tours.
11/24/201926 minutes, 27 seconds
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'England and Root need x-factor bowlers'

Nasser Hussain and Ryan Sidebottom assess a tough day for England on The Cricket Debate, saying Joe Root's side need 'x-factor' bowlers away from home and wondering if Jofra Archer is being used in the right way.
11/23/201926 minutes, 38 seconds
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'Don't criticise Stokes for dismissal'

Nasser Hussain says Ben Stokes should not be criticised for his dismissal in Mount Maunganui as he and fellow Cricket Debate guest Alec Stewart also talk Sam Curran, Kane Williamson and why Jofra Archer is batting above Jack Leach.
11/22/201926 minutes, 31 seconds
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Denly form 'real tick' for England selectors

Nasser Hussain and Angus Fraser reflect on day one of the first Test between New Zealand and England, praising Joe Denly, pondering whether Ben Stokes can become England's Jacques Kallis and urging Joe Root to enjoy himself.
11/21/201926 minutes, 34 seconds
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Are England underdogs - and how good was Richard Hadlee?

Ian Ward, David Lloyd and Michael Atherton preview England's two-Test series in New Zealand, pondering how new boy Dom Sibley will fare and whether the Black Caps have their best bowling line-up ever.
11/20/201928 minutes, 42 seconds
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Captain's Log: Brendon McCullum

Brendon McCullum discusses his spell as captain of New Zealand, including his tussles with England, his fallout with Ross Taylor and his team's incredible run to the 2015 Cricket World Cup final.
11/18/201947 minutes, 43 seconds
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'It was the craziest thing'

Ian Smith reflects on calling the climax to the 2019 Cricket World Cup final as he and David Lloyd give an insight into the art of commentary.
11/8/20198 minutes, 48 seconds
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New Zealand vs England T20 series preview

Nasser Hussain and David Lloyd join Ian Ward to preview England's T20I series in New Zealand, with Nasser calling it "the start of a new era".
10/31/201935 minutes, 36 seconds
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Bairstow will be back as batsman

Rob Key, Dominic Cork and Nick Knight discuss England's Test and T20 squads for the tour of New Zealand, looking at Jonny Bairstow's axing, how he will return and what the new boys, such as Dom Sibley, Zak Crawley, Saqib Mahmood and Tom Banton will bring.
9/24/201938 minutes, 10 seconds
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Terrific Tres, county pitches & playing spin

Nick Knight, Mark Ramprakash and Rob Key look at where the retiring Marcus Trescothick ranks for England, discuss modern-day county pitches and assess how best to play spin bowling.
9/23/201929 minutes, 36 seconds
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What does the future hold for England?

Mark Ramprakash and Bob Willis reflect on England's summers of highs and lows and ponder what the future holds for the side.
9/16/201953 minutes, 54 seconds
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England's fitting Ashes finale

Graham Gooch and Bob Willis reflect on England's 2-2 Ashes draw with Australia. But was that a fair result?
9/15/201925 minutes, 38 seconds
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Will England level the Ashes series?

Jason Gillespie joins Bob Willis to look back on how England took control of the Oval Test - and reveal swhether he wants to succeed Trevor Bayliss!
9/14/201925 minutes, 38 seconds
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Are England overusing Jofra Archer?

Jonathan Trott and Bob Willis join Charles Colvile to discuss Jofra Archer's exceptional performance but question if he is already being over-bowled.
9/13/201925 minutes, 38 seconds
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End of term feel to the Ashes

Mark Butcher and Bob Willis join Charles Colvile to discuss if both teams were treating the final Ashes Test as an 'end of tern' match after a long cricketing summer
9/12/201925 minutes, 40 seconds
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Bayliss reflects on England tenure

Outgoing head coach Trevor Bayliss joined Rob Key ahead of his final Test in charge to reflect on his time with England.
9/12/201925 minutes, 34 seconds
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Captain's Log: David Gower

David Gower discusses his time in charge of England, including when he hightailed from a press conference to the theatre, plus a memorable series win in India.
9/11/201947 minutes, 58 seconds
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What changes will England make for final Ashes Test?

Dominic Cork and Bob Willis join Charles Colvile to discuss who they would select for the final Ashes Test at the Oval and whether Australia are better at red-ball cricket.
9/8/201925 minutes, 33 seconds
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Why are batsmen struggling in Test cricket?

Faulty techniques? Superb bowling? Ricky Ponting, Nasser Hussain and Mike Atherton assess why batsmen are struggling in Tests.
9/8/201920 minutes, 14 seconds
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Will England save the Ashes?

Graham Gooch and Bob Willis join Charles Colvile to rate England's Ashes chances and to dissect the art of Test batting.
9/7/201925 minutes, 38 seconds
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England have work to do to save Test

Rory Burns impressed at the top of the order for England but Josh Hazlewood made three late strikes are the hosts fighting to save their chances of regaining the Ashes?
9/6/201925 minutes, 35 seconds
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Steve Smith - cricket's greatest problem-solver

Ryan Sidebottom joins Bob Willis to discuss Steve Smith's batting brilliance as he notched a double-hundred against an error-prone England on day two at Old Trafford.
9/5/201925 minutes, 34 seconds
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Steve Smith - the thorn in England's side

Paul Farbrace joins Bob Willis to reflect on a freezing cold and frustrating first day of the fourth Ashes Test at Old Trafford, with Steve Smith once again frustrating the hosts.
9/4/201926 minutes, 25 seconds
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Ben Stokes: My Summer So Far

England all-rounder Ben Stokes relives his Headingley heroics with Rob Key in a special Ashes podcast ahead of the fourth Test at Old Trafford.
9/3/201917 minutes, 31 seconds
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Captain's Log: Alec Stewart

Alec Stewart reflects on his time as England captain, taking brief charge against India after Graham Gooch got food poisoning and his match-saving century against South Africa.
9/2/201924 minutes, 8 seconds
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England win eclipses miracle of 1981

Bob Willis tells the Ashes Debate why England's Ben Stokes-inspired third Ashes Test win eclipses the miracle of Headingley 1981.
8/25/201951 minutes, 16 seconds
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Will England pull off an Ashes miracle?

England have the chance to pull off a memorable win in the third Ashes Test - but will they? Bob Willis and Mark Ramprakash have their say.
8/24/201925 minutes, 36 seconds
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England abject - but Australia bowled brilliantly

Bob Willis says England’s “abject” batting display in the third Ashes Test must force the ECB to focus more on red-ball cricket - but he was quick to hail Australia's bowlers after they torpedoed Joe Root's side for 67.
8/23/201925 minutes, 32 seconds
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'Masterly' Archer shreds Australia - but is he being overworked?

Bob Willis and Dominic Cork dissect Jofra Archer's six-wicket haul in Leeds - and whether he is being overworked by England. The boys also talk Stuart Broad and Chris Woakes, plus Marnus Labuschagne's lightsaber leave!
8/22/201925 minutes, 32 seconds
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Captain's Log: Graham Gooch

Graham Gooch talks about his captaincy influences, Sir Ian Botham, his up-and-down tenures as England skipper, and his focus on fitness.
8/19/201947 minutes, 32 seconds
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Has Archer changed the dynamic of this Ashes series?

On The Ashes Debate, Bob Willis and Dominic Cork reflect on an enthralling final day of the drawn Lord's Test, ask whether the extreme pace of Jofra Archer has altered the series and look at the likelihood of Steve Smith recovering from his concussion to play at Headingley.
8/18/201927 minutes, 23 seconds
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Technique, tinkering and tikka masala!

Nasser Hussain, Michael Atherton and Shane Warne join David Gower from the Lord's Pavilion ahead of day five of the second Ashes Test to discuss Joe Root's tinkering with his technique, their own struggles with form during their career and the mental challenges the game poses.
8/18/201924 minutes, 49 seconds
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Archer-Smith battle Test cricket at its best!

After an extraordinary fourth day of the second Test at Lord's Ravi Bopara joins Bob Willis on The Ashes Debate to reflects on Jofra Archer's blisteringly quick bowling and Steve Smith's brilliance and bravery with the bat.
8/17/201925 minutes, 19 seconds
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England's batting woes - and the fidgety Steve Smith

Why are England struggling with the bat in Test cricket? Mark Ramprakash joins the Ashes Debate to examine that, Steve Smith's movements at the crease and whether England or Australia can force a win in the Lord's Test.
8/16/201925 minutes, 34 seconds
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England not good enough - and where should Roy bat?

Bob Willis branded England's batting "not good enough" and said Jason Roy should be moved down the order after the hosts laboured again on day two of the second Ashes Test.
8/15/201921 minutes, 22 seconds
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Have England gifted Australia too much preparation?

Charles Colvile and Bob Willis are joined by Ryan Sidebottom to discuss the pressure on Jofra Archer, Sam Curran's place in the team and if Australia have been allowed too much preparation for the Ashes after a washed out first day in the second Test at Lord's.
8/14/201925 minutes, 12 seconds
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Captain's Log: Mike Gatting

Mike Gatting reflects on his time as England captain, including the 1986/87 Ashes win in Australia, and his infamous spat with Shakoor Rana.
8/12/201947 minutes, 49 seconds
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England outplayed by world-class Nathan Lyon

Dominic Cork joined Charles Colvile and Bob Willis on the Ashes Debate to pick through England's thumping loss to Australia at Edgbaston.
8/5/201925 minutes, 41 seconds
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England need Archer and green pitches in Ashes

Darren Gough told The Ashes Debate that England need Jofra Archer's pace and green pitches in order to beat Australia. Darren, Charles Colvile and Bob Willis also talk Moeen Ali's struggles and another century for Steve Smith.
8/4/201925 minutes, 39 seconds
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How can England dismiss Steve Smith?

Bob Willis, Jonathan Trott and Charles Colvile look at how England can get Steve Smith out, who is in command of the Edgbaston Test and the 'Brummie Botham, Chris Woakes.
8/3/201926 minutes, 6 seconds
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Brilliant Burns and what can Ali learn from Lyon?

Charles Colvile, Bob Willis and Robert Croft discuss Rory Burns' brilliant maiden Test century and what Moeen Ali should have learnt from watching Nathan Lyon bowling.
8/2/201926 minutes, 27 seconds
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Is there a better Test batsman than Steve Smith?

Charles Colvile, Bob Willis and Alec Stewart dissect an absorbing first day of the Ashes as Steve Smith struck a century on his return to Test Cricket.
8/1/201926 minutes, 34 seconds
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Michael Vaughan on the 2005 Ashes

Michael Vaughan reflects on leading England to the Ashes in 2005, star turns from Andrew Flintoff and Kevin Pietersen and Glenn McGrath's injury.
7/29/201948 minutes, 40 seconds
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Should Burns and Ali play in Ashes?

Should Rory Burns, Moeen Ali and Chris Woakes make England's Ashes XI? Bob Willis and Phil Simmons discuss on The Cricket Debate, plus talk about Ireland being skittled for 38.
7/26/201926 minutes, 28 seconds
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Another England batting collapse...

England suffered another batting collapse against Ireland on day two - but are they favourites to win the Lord's Test? Bob Willis and Jonathan Trott discuss...
7/25/201926 minutes, 38 seconds
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'England got selection wrong on bad day at Lord's'

Bob Willis says England picked the wrong side against Ireland, saying Ben Stokes and Jos Buttler did not need to be rested for the four-day Test at Lord's.
7/24/201926 minutes, 32 seconds
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Will Eoin Morgan carry on as England captain?

Rob Key, Marcus Trescothick and Mark Butcher ponder whether Eoin Morgan will carry on as England captain and whether his side would have won the World Cup without Jofra Archer. The boys also discuss where Joe Root should bat in the Ashes and what Jason Roy will bring to the Test team.
7/20/201936 minutes, 7 seconds
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England World Cup win the greatest ever?

Bob Willis is joined by three-time beaten finalist Graham Gooch to reflect on England's stunning Super-Over win over New Zealand to lift the World Cup for the first time.
7/14/201938 minutes, 47 seconds
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Athers meets World Cup winners

Michael Atherton speaks to Sir Geoff Hurst and Will Greenwood to find out what it takes to win a World Cup, ahead of England's Cricket World Cup final meeting with New Zealand at Lord's.
7/13/201921 minutes, 58 seconds
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Roy fires and gets fiery as England make final

Bob Willis and Alec Stewart discuss Jason Roy's innings and outburst after England coasted into the World Cup final, plus look at how Eoin Morgan's men can beat New Zealand at Lord's.
7/11/201938 minutes, 15 seconds
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England vs Australia: World Cup semi-final preview

Rob Key is joined by Andrew Strauss and Shane Warne as the trio preview the World Cup semi-final between Australia and England at Edgbaston
7/10/201914 minutes, 33 seconds
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Can NZ fight back against India?

Shaun Pollock joins Bob Willis on the latest World Cup Debate to reflect of a frustrating day as rain at Old Trafford ensure the first semi-final between India and New Zealand went to a reserve day.
7/9/201938 minutes, 45 seconds
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Women's Ashes: The series so far...

Charles Dagnall is joined by former England captain Charlotte Edwards and former Australian batter Mel Jones to dissect the Women's Ashes so far after the Southern Stars took a 6-0 points lead in the multi-format series as the hosts crumbled. The trio also discussed the ex-players fond memories of playing in the Ashes.
7/8/201924 minutes, 17 seconds
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The Rob Key Podcast - Taking on the media

Rob Key is joined by Nasser Hussain and Ian Ward to discuss England's progress to the World Cup semi-finals while under the media spotlight.
7/4/201925 minutes, 28 seconds
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England a 'thinking team'

Bob Willis praises England's nous, while Courtney Walsh talks Jofra Archer after Eoin Morgan's men make the World Cup semi-finals by thumping New Zealand.
7/3/201939 minutes, 2 seconds
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'Perfection' from England

On the latest World Cup Debate podcast, Bob Willis describes England's 31-run win over India as "perfection", while Brendon McCullum talks up Jason Roy's Test claims.
6/30/201938 minutes, 51 seconds
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Loss of Roy costing England

Charles Colvile and Bob Willis are joined by former England assistant coach Paul Farbrace to discuss England's 64-run defeat by Australia and how much the loss of opener Jason Roy to injury is costing the side.
6/25/201938 minutes, 51 seconds
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Alarm bells for 'brainless' England

On the latest World Cup Debate podcast, Bob Willis says England's 20-run defeat to Sri Lanka was the result of a "completely brainless batting performance".
6/21/201938 minutes, 55 seconds
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Morgan's batting masterclass

On the latest World Cup Debate podcast, the panel look back on a batting masterclass from England captain Eoin Morgan as they hammered Afghanistan by 150 runs at Old Trafford.
6/18/201937 minutes, 47 seconds
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The Rob Key Podcast - Cricket's most dominant force?

In a bumper edition of the podcast, Rob Key is joined by Nasser Hussain and Ian Ward to discuss the great rivalry between India and Pakistan, the pressure it puts on the players and Virat Kohli's domination of the ODI format.
6/17/201934 minutes, 42 seconds
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Are India World Cup favourites?

Bob Willis and Shaun Pollock discuss India's latest World Cup win over Pakistan and South Africa's struggles thus far on the latest Cricket Debate podcast.
6/16/201938 minutes, 45 seconds
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England win but at what cost?

Bob Willis and Stuart Law reflect on England's win over West Indies and injuries sustained by Jason Roy and Eoin Morgan
6/14/201939 minutes, 1 second
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Charlotte Edwards on the state of Women's Cricket

Charlotte Edwards speaks with Rob Key and Nick Knight about the state of Women's Cricket, the development required within the English domestic set-up, Sarah Taylor's place in England's team and the progress of Tammy Beaumont
6/9/201926 minutes, 49 seconds
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Roy on the World Cup rampage

Bob Willis and Ryan ten Doeschate join Charles Colvile to assess England's World Cup victory over Bangladesh in Cardiff.
6/8/201938 minutes, 51 seconds
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The Rob Key Podcast - Would you Mankad?

Rob Key was joined by Nasser Hussain and Shane Warne during England's defeat to Pakistan at Trent Bridge.
6/4/201920 minutes, 52 seconds
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What went wrong vs Pakistan?

Bob Willis and Tymal Mills join Charles Colvile to reflect on England's surprise defeat to Pakistan in their second game of the ICC Cricket World Cup.
6/3/201938 minutes, 44 seconds
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The greatest catch ever?

Bob Willis and Jonathan Trott join Charles Colvile to reflect on England's winning start to the ICC Cricket World Cup.
5/30/201938 minutes, 31 seconds
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The Rob Key Podcast - Buttler or Kohli?

Rob Key, Shane Warne and Andrew Strauss talk Jofra Archer, spin bowling and more on the opening day of the World Cup, plus reveal whether they would rather have Virat Kohli or Jos Buttler in their side...
5/30/201915 minutes, 52 seconds
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Eoin Morgan on leadership

Eoin Morgan gives Michael Atherton an insight into what makes him tick as England white-ball captain - and how he differs from India's Virat Kohli!
5/29/201922 minutes, 5 seconds
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Captain's Log: Nasser Hussain

Nasser Hussain discusses the ups and downs of his England captaincy, including working with Duncan Fletcher, the importance of Darren Gough - and electing to bowl in Brisbane!
5/27/201952 minutes, 7 seconds
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Joe Root: The Summer Ahead

Joe Root chats to Ian Ward, looking ahead to a huge summer of cricket, including a home World Cup and captaining in his first home Ashes series.
5/25/201926 minutes, 23 seconds
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Captain's Log: Andy Flower

Andy Flower reflects on his two stints as captain of Zimbabwe and his ‘death of democracy’ political stance that ended his playing career.
5/20/201949 minutes, 7 seconds
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Captain's Log: Ricky Ponting

Ricky Ponting reminisces on his career as Australia captain, including the enthralling 2005 Ashes series, that Edgbaston toss and being run out by Gary Pratt.
5/13/201947 minutes, 31 seconds
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Andrew Strauss on Hales, Archer and the World Cup

Former managing director of England men's cricket Andrew Strauss and Sky Sports' Nasser Hussain discuss the Alex Hales situation and whether Jofra Archer should play in the World Cup.
5/8/201921 minutes, 22 seconds
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Captain's Log: Richie Richardson

Richie Richardson opens up about his time as Windies leader in the latest episode of our Captain's Log podcast series.
5/6/201945 minutes, 23 seconds
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Captain's Log: Michael Atherton

Michael Atherton reflects on his five years as England Test captain between 1993 and 1998 in the first of our Captain's Log podcast series.
4/29/201949 minutes, 52 seconds
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The keys to coaching

Michael Atherton, Nasser Hussain and Sussex academy director Richard Halsall discuss the keys to player development, plus chat about the new talent-spotting app Halsall has introduced.
4/21/201918 minutes, 23 seconds
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Archer on target to feature at Cricket World Cup

Sky Sports Cricket commentators Nasser Hussain, Michael Atherton and Rob Key caught up on the day England's provisional World Cup squad was named.
4/17/201921 minutes, 31 seconds
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Gayle-force, Archer and is limbo dancing a sport?

Rob Key, Nick Knight and David Lloyd chew the fat in St Lucia, talking Chris Gayle, if Jofra Archer should walk into England's World Cup squad and limbo dancing.
3/5/201928 minutes, 57 seconds
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Great commentary moments!

Rob Key, Nick Knight and David Lloyd discuss their favourite commentators, fishing and the importance of coaching to their careers.
2/20/201947 minutes, 27 seconds
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Punishments, pace, Pakistan - and the imminent return of Rob Key!

The Sky Cricket boys – sans Bumble – reflect on England's Test series with Windies, plus talk Shannon Gabriel’s ban, pacey seamers, touring Pakistan, Jofra Archer’s World Cup chances - and the impending return of Rob Key!
2/14/201943 minutes, 8 seconds
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England's Test winter assessed? Plus, what next for Sam Curran?

Bob Willis sharpens his knife and assesses England's Test winter, alongside Charles Colvile and Vikram Solanki. The team also discuss what now for Sam Curran, James Anderson's lengthened run-up and if Windies can build on their series win.
2/12/201926 minutes, 49 seconds
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Should Root bat at No 3 - and why is Bairstow at 7?

Should Joe Root be at No 3? Why is Jonny Bairstow at No 7? How should England deal with players dropped from international cricket? Bob Willis and Alec Stewart chew the fat on batting...
2/11/201926 minutes, 29 seconds
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Wood an 'Ashes game changer'

Gareth Batty and Bob Willis analyse Mark Wood's searing spell, Moeen Ali's fine figures and another England batting collapse after a scintillating second day of the third Test in St Lucia.
2/10/201926 minutes, 28 seconds
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Why was Jennings recalled?

Ebony Rainford-Brent and Bob Willis look back on a much-better batting display from England on day one of the third Test - but the big talking point was the tourists' selection.
2/9/201926 minutes, 27 seconds
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Resurgent Windies a delight

Nasser Hussain, Michael Atherton, Bumble and Ian Ward dissect Windies' series victory in which they played "total" cricket, plus talk England's batting, The Hundred and more.
2/4/201937 minutes, 49 seconds
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So why can't England bat?

Bob Willis and Ebony Rainford-Brent analyse England's batting failings after their series defeat to Windies.
2/3/201926 minutes, 35 seconds
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Bravo for dogged Windies

Bob Willis and Mark Butcher join Charles Colvile to reflect on how Windies frustrated England on day two of the second Test in Antigua.
2/1/201926 minutes, 13 seconds
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Denly's debut and a rogue pitch

Charles Colvile, Bob Willis and Dominic Cork dissect Joe Denly's Test debut and 'a pig of a pitch' after day one of the second Test.
1/31/201926 minutes
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Batting order lack belief

Charles Colvile, Bob Willis and Mark Butcher dissect England's heavy defeat in the first Test by Windies in Barbados on The Cricket Debate.
1/26/201926 minutes, 28 seconds
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Questions for England's bowlers

Bob Willis and Dominic Cork joined Charles Colvile on The Cricket Debate to discuss a harrowing day on the pitch for England's bowlers on day three of the first Test against Windies in Barbados.
1/25/201926 minutes, 23 seconds
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England lack top-quality batsmen

Charles Colvile, Bob Willis and Vikram Solanki lament England's poor batting away from home after they were bowled out for 77 on day two in Barbados.
1/24/201926 minutes, 2 seconds
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Mistake to leave Broad out!

The first Cricket Debate of 2019 saw Charles Colvile joined by Bob Willis and Alec Stewart to reflect on an eventful day one of the first Test between England and Windies in Barbados.
1/23/201926 minutes, 21 seconds
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Selection dilemmas for England ahead of first Test?

Wardy is joined by Bumble, Nass and Athers at the Kensington Oval in Barbados to discuss their memories of the ground, some of the great West Indian fast bowlers and the first Test between Windies and England.
1/22/201935 minutes, 11 seconds
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Jos Buttler - Through My Eyes

England's Jos Buttler looks back on his stellar year in our special Christmas show - 'Jos Buttler: Through My Eyes'.
12/21/20181 hour, 10 minutes, 28 seconds
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Mistaken for Malinga - and England's electric fielding!

David Lloyd, Michael Atherton and Ian Ward dissect England’s series win in Sri Lanka – and reveal that their driver, Roy, is often mistaken for a veteran seamer! Plus, there is chat on Ben Foakes, fine fielding and bat throwing. 
11/27/201813 minutes, 10 seconds
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Roy to earn England Test call? Is Stokes the enforcer?

Alec Stewart and Bob Willis look ahead to England's January tour of the West Indies, pondering if Jason Roy will earn a Test call-up and how Ben Stokes is best utilised.
11/27/201826 minutes, 30 seconds
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England's incredible feat

Alec Stewart joins Bob Willis and Charles Colvile to talk through Joe Root becoming the first captain to seal a series whitewash in Sri Lanka and coming into his own, who England's premier spinner is and Keaton Jennings' brilliance at short leg.
11/26/201826 minutes, 28 seconds
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Buttler's superb cricket brain

Nick Compton joins us to assess Jos Buttler's superb cricket brain and Sri Lanka's no-ball problems in Colombo.
11/25/201826 minutes, 35 seconds
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Rashid and Stokes run Sri Lanka ragged

Alec Stewart joins The Cricket Debate to assess one of Adil Rashid's best spells in Test cricket and Ben Stokes' role as England enforcer.
11/24/201826 minutes, 19 seconds
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Bairstow's next challenge - and who is England's No 1 spinner?

Robert Croft joins us to discuss whether Jonny Bairstow is England's long-term answer at No 3, who the side's No 1 spinner is, and and Sri Lanka's poor use of DRS.
11/23/201826 minutes, 25 seconds
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Gough special: Reverse swing, tuk-tuk races and more...

Darren Gough joins the boys in Colombo to discuss England's last Test series win in Sri Lanka, some 17 years ago, and plenty more!
11/22/201855 minutes, 40 seconds
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'Fearless' England - and is it time for two-division Test cricket?

Windies all-rounder Carlos Brathwaite joins Charles Colvile and Bob Willis to dissect England's series win in Sri Lanka, whether it is time for two-division Test cricket, and what sort of pitches Joe Root's side can expect in the Caribbean in January.
11/18/201826 minutes, 23 seconds
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Why have England's spinners struggled on turning pitches in Sri Lanka?

Jade Dernbach joins Charles Colvile and Bob Willis to talk England's spinners' struggles on a turning pitch, an impressive showing from Sri Lankan batsman Angelo Matthews and who will come out on top on the final day of a finely poised second Test.
11/17/201826 minutes, 19 seconds
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England go sweep crazy - and how Eoin Morgan has helped the Test team

Alec Stewart joins Bob Willis and Charles Colvile to discuss England’s love of the sweep shot, Joe Root’s speedy century and a first Test fifty for Rory Burns.
11/16/201826 minutes, 27 seconds
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Were England right to open with a night-watchman?

Charles and Bob were joined by Ravi Bopara to discuss day two of the second Test in Kandy as Sri Lanka earned a valuable lead.
11/15/201826 minutes, 25 seconds
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How good can Sam Curran become for England?

Jonathan Trott joined Bob and Charles on the Cricket Debate as Sam Curran showed off his immense talent once more on a good first day for England in the second Test against Sri Lanka in Kandy.
11/14/201826 minutes, 23 seconds
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How can Australia move on? Plus, Ben Stokes bats at No 3 for England

Brad Hogg, Ian Ward, Michael Atherton and David Lloyd mull over how Australia can move on from the ball-tampering scandal, Ben Stokes batting at No 3 for England, bowlers getting the yips and more!
11/13/201857 minutes, 24 seconds
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Are Australia the side to beat at the Women's World T20?

Nasser Hussain and Mark Butcher preview the ICC Women's World T20, saying Australia look hot favourites but that India must not be written off. Our pundits also look at England's challenge with the 2009 champions without Sarah Taylor and Katherine Brunt.
11/10/201816 minutes, 4 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - Bairstow or Burns in Kandy?

How can England top their historic win at Galle - and who should be in the next side? Bob Willis and Alec Stewart discuss...
11/9/201826 minutes, 30 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - Will Jennings open in Ashes?

Bob Willis and Dominic Cork have their say on whether Keaton Jennings will open for England in the Ashes after his century in Sri Lanka.
11/8/201826 minutes, 9 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - England's spinners out-bowl Sri Lanka

Charles Colvile, Bob Willis and Ebony Rainford-Brent reflect on how England out-bowled Sri Lanka on day two and look ahead to the Women's World T20.
11/7/201826 minutes, 16 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - Do England have too many all-rounders?

Charles Colvile, Bob Willis and Luke Wright chat after day one of the first Test in Sri Lanka about Ben Foakes' impressive debut and if England are trying to fit in too many all-rounders in their side.
11/6/201826 minutes, 34 seconds
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Touring Sri Lanka, 'elite honesty' - and are REM the best band ever?

Bumble, Mike Atherton and Vic Marks join Ian Ward to discuss touring Sri Lanka, the first Test in Galle, spectacles, the new Australian buzz phrase 'elite honesty' and whether REM are the best band of all time.
11/5/201851 minutes, 39 seconds
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Is corruption being tackled and how important are coaches?

Episode Three of the 'Rob Key Podcast' is here and the Sky Sports pundit is joined by Nasser Hussain, Ian Ward and Ali Martin of the Guardian to chat about if corruption is being tackled well enough, the importance of coaches in the modern game and much more.
10/30/20181 hour, 3 minutes, 2 seconds
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Knight previews Women's World T20

Captain Heather Knight says England Women are in a much stronger place to win November's ICC Women's World T20 than the team was in 2016.
10/28/201810 minutes, 57 seconds
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How do you handle mavericks and who should replace Strauss?

Rob Key, Nasser Hussain and Ian Ward speak about how to handle mavericks in a team, who the ideal replacement for Andrew Strauss as Director of England Cricket would be - before playing a fun game of 'Room 101'.
10/23/20181 hour, 1 minute, 9 seconds
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Would Rob Key want to be Virat Kohli? Plus, key rivalries

Rob Key, Nasser Hussain, Ian Ward and the Evening Standard's Will Macpherson talk social media, pushy parents and more on a Sri Lankan road trip from Dambulla to Kandy. Tweet @SkyCricket with topics you'd like the boys to cover in the next episode.
10/16/201846 minutes, 6 seconds
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Can England adapt in Sri Lanka?

Nasser Hussain, Ian Ward and Rob Key preview England's tour of Sri Lanka ahead of the first one-day international in Dambulla on Wednesday
10/8/201820 minutes, 22 seconds
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Have England advanced during the summer?

Rob Key, Mark Butcher and James Foster reflect on England's summer and look ahead to the tour of Sri Lanka.
9/28/201821 minutes, 55 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - Anderson a sensation

Bob Willis and Dominic Cork reflect on a fine series between England and India after James Anderson becomes the most prolific seamer in Test cricket.
9/11/201826 minutes, 31 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - England's greats shine

Bob Willis and Matt Prior discuss Alastair Cook's fairy-tale century in his final Test innings and James Anderson's brilliance with the ball.
9/10/201826 minutes, 25 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - Will Cook sign off with a ton?

Bob Willis and Nick Compton discuss Alastair Cook's final Test innings - and whether he will sign off in style with a century!
9/9/201826 minutes, 9 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - Should Buttler bat higher?

Ravi Bopara and Bob Willis joined Charles Colvile to look back on a remarkable day two at the Oval featuring a stellar show from birthday boy Jos Buttler.
9/8/201826 minutes, 13 seconds
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Cook in the runs - and where should Bairstow bat?

Where should Jonny Bairstow bat for England? How much stronger are India with Ravidra Jadeja in the side? Bob Willis, Dominic Cork and Charles Colvile discuss...
9/7/201826 minutes, 21 seconds
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Alastair Cook Special - 'I become the best player I could be'

Nasser Hussain interviews Alastair Cook to discuss his retirement from international cricket; the Kevin Pietersen affair; and Test series wins in Australia and India.
9/6/201829 minutes, 51 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - England seal series win

Luke Wright joins Charles and Bob to discuss England's series-clinching victory over India at the Ageas Bowl, whether the DRS system needs tweaking and if any there will be any changes to the line-ups for the fifth Test.
9/2/201826 minutes, 30 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - England edge ahead

How big a lead do England need to win the fourth Test? Ebony Rainford-Brent and Bob Willis join Charles Colvile to discuss...
9/1/201826 minutes, 24 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - Magic Moeen!

Bob Willis and Angus Fraser join Charles Colvile to discuss Moeen Ali's five-wicket haul and a century for Cheteshwar Pujara at the Ageas Bowl.
8/31/201826 minutes, 25 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - Another England collapse

Bob Willis and Dominic Cork join Charles Colvile on the latest Cricket Debate podcast to look through the wreckage of another England collapse on day one of the fourth Test against India.
8/30/201825 minutes, 57 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - Should England make changes?

Bob Willis and Mark Butcher took on the role of England selectors as they discussed the changes they'd make to the team for the fourth Test following defeat to India at Trent Bridge.
8/22/201826 minutes, 28 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - England's top-order woes

Bob Willis and Mark Butcher analyse why it keeps going wrong for England's top-order, and praise Jos Buttler and Ben Stokes' application on day four at Trent Bridge.
8/21/201826 minutes, 27 seconds
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Harry Judd Podcast Special

McFly drummer Harry Judd discusses his love of cricket, playing against Stuart Broad, and facing Michael Atherton in the nets!
8/21/201813 minutes, 49 seconds
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The Cricket Debate: Should Stokes be in the slips?

Bob Willis and Angus Fraser talk through another impressive batting display from Virat Kohli and England's continued catching woes in the slips.
8/20/201826 minutes, 29 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - Why do England keep collapsing?

Bob Willis and Ebony Rainford-Brent dissect another England collapse as they were bowled out by India inside a session on day two of the third Test at Trent Bridge.
8/19/201825 minutes, 30 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - India improve, Stokes returns

Bob Willis and Dominic Cork discuss India's improved form, Ben Stokes' return and England's Test selection.
8/18/201825 minutes, 35 seconds
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Nasser Hussain chats exclusively to India great Sachin Tendulkar about his glittering cricket career

Nasser Hussain catches up with India great Sachin Tendulkar to find out more about his glittering career.
8/13/201846 minutes, 24 seconds
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England unstoppable at home - and where now for India?

Bob Willis and Rob Key join Charles Colvile to discuss England's thrashing of India at Lord's - and how Virat Kohli's struggling tourists can turn their fortunes around at Trent Bridge.
8/12/201826 minutes, 11 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - 'Woakes ton scintillating'

Bob Willis and Jason Gillespie reflect on how Chris Woakes lauded it over India on day three of the second Test.
8/11/201824 minutes, 58 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - Anderson 'an absolute master'

Bob Willis and Jonathan Trott dissect a seam masterclass from England's James Anderson and Chris Woakes on day two of the second Test against India, at Lord's.
8/10/201823 minutes, 1 second
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The Cricket Debate: Pope faces tough test

Bob Willis and Dominic Cork debate Ollie Pope's selection and England's Best Ever Test XI after a rain-ruined day one at Lord's.
8/9/201826 minutes, 7 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - Root's excellent captaincy

Bob Willis and Dominic Cork discuss excellent captaincy from Joe Root on the final morning of the first Test, plus Ben Stokes' brilliance with the ball and who could replace him at Lord's.
8/4/201826 minutes, 23 seconds
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Who will win the first Test at Edgbaston?

Bob Willis and Jason Gillespie ponder who will win the first Test at Edgbaston after an absorbing day three, plus discuss England's 'shining light' Sam Curran...
8/3/201825 minutes, 18 seconds
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Virat Kohli's brilliance and why didn't Broad bowl more?

Bob Willis and Jonathan Trott discuss Virat Kohli's brilliance, England's dodgy slip catching, Sam Curran's four-wicket haul and why Stuart Broad did not bowl more on day two of the first Test.
8/2/201826 minutes, 23 seconds
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Another England collapse and the Adil Rashid debate

Bob Willis and Ravi Bopara reflect on England's collapse on day one of the first Test against India and discuss whether Adil Rashid's selection demeans county cricket.
8/1/201825 minutes, 27 seconds
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Atherton meets Waugh

Steve Waugh talks about captaining one of the best sides of all time, his battles against England and life after cricket.
6/13/201851 minutes, 48 seconds
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Eng v Aus - ODI series preview

Nasser and Bumble join Wardy to discuss England's five-match ODI series against an Australia side attempting to alter its public image following the ball-tampering scandal.
6/11/201817 minutes, 31 seconds
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Debate: England's erratic Test form

From Lord's losers to Headingley heroes, Bob Willis and Jonathan Trott analyse England's erratic Test match form.
6/5/201826 minutes, 31 seconds
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Best of the Headingley Test

David Lloyd says the "feel-good factor" is back with the England Test team after their innings win over Pakistan at Headingley, while we also hear about the South Asian Action Plan that has been created to remove barriers and boost opportunities for Asian communities.
6/4/201845 minutes, 55 seconds
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Debate: England level series in style

Bob Willis and James Taylor dissect England's second Test victory over Pakistan. But can Joe Root's side find greater consistency?
6/3/201826 minutes, 46 seconds
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Debate: England build sizeable lead

Ravi Bopara and Bob Willis discuss if the domestic game is preparing the Test stars of the future, plus analyse Dom Bess' display.
6/2/201826 minutes, 50 seconds
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ECB's South Asian plan in action

Lord Kamlesh Patel, Yorkshire's Azeem Rafiq and Isa Guha join David Gower to discuss the progress made by the ECB's South Asian Action Plan.
6/2/201823 minutes, 1 second
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Debate: England bounce back

Bob Willis and Mark Butcher dissect England's impressive showing on day one of the second Test at Headingley and talk team selection.
6/1/201826 minutes, 41 seconds
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Best of the Lord's Test

Nasser Hussain, Wasim Akram, David Lloyd, Isa Guha and Darren Gough feature in our best of the Test podcast from Lord’s.
5/28/201833 minutes, 37 seconds
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Debate: England's dismal defeat

Charles Colvile, Bob Willis and James Taylor dissect England's hefty defeat at the hands of Pakistan.
5/27/201826 minutes, 15 seconds
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Debate: Buttler, Bess give England hope

Nick Compton joins Bob and Charles to reflect on a day on which Jos Buttler and Dom Bess gave England a glimmer of hope on day three of the Lord's Test.
5/26/201826 minutes, 26 seconds
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Debate: Pakistan build lead on Day 2

Ebony Rainford-Brent and Bob Willis join Charles Colvile to dissect a day in which Pakistan left England 'in the soup'.
5/25/201826 minutes, 46 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - 24/05

Bob Willis and Angus Fraser join Charles Colvile to review a disappointing first day of the Test summer for England against Pakistan.
5/24/201827 minutes, 1 second
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England v Pakistan Preview Podcast

David Lloyd and Nasser Hussain talk Jos Buttler, Joe Root (and Jose Mourinho?!) as they preview England's two-Test series against Pakistan.
5/18/201823 minutes, 32 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast: Joe Root Special

A year into the job as England Test captain, Joe Root talks to Sky Sports Cricket to reflect on a testing introduction to the job.
5/17/201824 minutes, 14 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast: Morgan & Mills Special

Captain of the newly-ranked No 1 ODI side in the world, England's Eoin Morgan, and Tymal Mills join Nick Knight to look at the science behind T20 selection and management.
5/2/201837 minutes, 23 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast: Jonny Bairstow Special

Jonny Bairstow on the challenge of facing Mohammad Amir, his imminent return to action and what it's like to be a pundit!
4/25/201820 minutes, 37 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast: Eoin Morgan Special

England's white-ball captain Eoin Morgan joins Matt Floyd to reflect on England's winter, the Australian ball-tampering scandal and the proliferation of English players in this season's Indian Premier League.
4/12/201821 minutes, 20 seconds
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Bumble's New Zealand Review

David Lloyd joins Ian Ward to reflect on his winter's highs and lows, give an insight into working with Sky New Zealand and share his thoughts on where England go from here...
4/4/201823 minutes, 2 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - Winter Inquiry

Bob Willis and Angus Fraser join Charles Colvile as the inquest proper into England's disappointing winter tours to Australia and New Zealand begins.
4/4/201829 minutes, 25 seconds
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The Cricket Debate - 02-04

Bob Willis and Jonathan Liew join Charles Colvile to discuss whether England can force a win in Christchurch, Joe Root's conversion rate and more.
4/2/201826 minutes, 2 seconds
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Cricket Debate Podcast 01-04

Charles Colvile and Bob Willis are joined by Mark Butcher as they review the third day's play between New Zealand and England and ponder the state of Zimbabwe cricket
4/1/201825 minutes, 10 seconds
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Cricket Debate Podcast 31-03

Charles Colvile and Bob Willis are joined by Alison Mitchell to discuss the second day of the second Test between New Zealand and England and David Warner's tearful apology.
3/31/201825 minutes, 40 seconds
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The Cricket Debate 30-03

Nasser Hussain and Bob Willis join Charles Colvile to discuss Jonny Bairstow's rescue act for England and how Australia can restore their image within the game.
3/30/201826 minutes, 53 seconds
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Cricket Podcast 27-3-18

Ian Ward caught up with David Lloyd and Michael Atherton in Christchurch ahead of the 2nd Test
3/27/201820 minutes, 24 seconds
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The Cricket Debate podcast 26-03

Bob Willis and Mike Selvey ponder Cricket Australia punishments in the ball tampering affair and talk England selection.
3/26/201826 minutes, 58 seconds
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Ball-tampering special

Bob Willis reacts to the Australian ball-tampering scandal on The Cricket Debate show, saying Australia captain Steve Smith's "days are numbered".
3/25/201826 minutes, 26 seconds
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The Cricket Debate podcast 23-03

Bob Willis and Dominic Cork debate whether England's bowling attack has enough variety, and react to Ireland's failure to qualify for the 2019 World Cup...
3/23/201827 minutes, 1 second
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The Cricket Debate podcast

Bob Willis and Nasser Hussain begin the inquest over England's "abysmal" batting display on day one of the first Test against New Zealand...
3/22/201827 minutes, 1 second
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Kevin Pietersen Special

Ian Ward and David Lloyd look back over Kevin Pietersen's career following the announcement of his retirement.
3/20/201810 minutes, 34 seconds
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New Zealand v England Test Series Preview

Ian Ward is joined by Michael Atherton and David Lloyd as they fill us in on their adventures in New Zealand and England's hopes for the upcoming Test series.
3/20/201819 minutes, 2 seconds
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NZ v England ODI Series Review

Ian Ward chats through the highs and lows of England's 3-2 ODI series victory over New Zealand with Nasser Hussain and David Lloyd.
3/10/201820 minutes, 23 seconds
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Bacon butties and should Hales return?

Ian Ward, Nasser Hussain and David Lloyd talk New Zealand v England, Bumble's SJA Award, Alex Hales and Morne Morkel's retirement over breakfast in Mount Maunganui.
2/27/201817 minutes, 20 seconds
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Should T20 internationals be scrapped?

Trevor Bayliss wants Twenty20 internationals scrapped - but what do Nasser Hussain and David Lloyd think? Plus, the boys preview the Tri-Series final between New Zealand and Australia.
2/19/201811 minutes, 24 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - T20 changing the game

Rob Key chats with James Franklin about how T20 is shaping the game of cricket.
2/18/201821 minutes, 23 seconds
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Out of Australia, resting Root and Bumble's eventful trip to New Zealand!

Nasser Hussain and David Lloyd join Ian Ward to preview England's tour of New Zealand, which you can watch in full on Sky Sports Cricket.
2/12/201819 minutes, 23 seconds
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Indian Premier League auction special

Dominic Cork and Isa Guha join presenter Matt Floyd to reflect on the fallout from the 2018 IPL auction.
2/1/201842 minutes, 21 seconds
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Ashes Debate - Series review

Nasser Hussain, Mark Butcher and Steve Harmison join Rob Key to discuss the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney and review the series as a whole.
1/9/201851 minutes, 36 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - Ashes Debate 4th Test

Rob Key is joined by Mark Butcher, Marcus Trescothick and Bob Willis to discuss England's draw in Melbourne and look ahead to the final Test in Sydney.
1/2/201851 minutes, 16 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - 3rd Ashes Test Debate

Rob Key is joined by Nasser Hussain, Mark Butcher and Bob Willis to recap the third Ashes Test after Australia regained the Ashes in Perth.
12/20/201752 minutes, 31 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - 2nd Ashes Test Debate

Ian Ward is joined by Nasser Hussain, Mark Butcher and Bob Willis to recap the second Ashes Test and look ahead to England's prospects in the remainder of the series.
12/7/201752 minutes, 44 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - Ashes Debate

Rob Key is joined by Nasser Hussain, Mark Butcher and Steve Harmison to review the first Ashes Test and discuss England's prospects for the second.
11/28/201751 minutes, 11 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - Ashes Preview

Rob Key sits down with Nasser Hussain, Marcus Trescothick and Bob Willis to discuss all things Ashes ahead of the first Test.
11/21/20171 hour, 23 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - Strauss Special

England's Director of Cricket Andrew Strauss reflects on England's summer and looks ahead to the Ashes.
9/21/201718 minutes, 19 seconds
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Sky Sports' England squad for Ashes

Sky Sports Cricket pundits David Gower, Ian Botham, Nasser Hussain, Shane Warne and Michael Atherton select their England squad for this winter's Ashes.
9/10/201749 minutes, 37 seconds
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The Verdict: Eng 2-1 Windies

Captain Joe Root - and pundits Bob Willis and Michael Holding - reflect on England's series win over Windies.
9/9/201725 minutes, 16 seconds
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England v Windies - 2nd Test Verdict

David Gower is joined by Bob Willis and Michael Holding to reflect on Windies thrilling 5 wicket win on day 5 of the 2nd Test at Headingley.
8/30/201722 minutes, 8 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - 1st Test Wrap

Bob Willis offers up his verdict England's emphatic innings victory over the Windies in the first Test, while we also hear from Stuart Broad and the man he surpassed into second spot on England's all-time leading wicket-takers, Sir Ian Botham.
8/19/201724 minutes, 47 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - 4th Test Verdict

David Gower is joined by Bob Willis and Shane Warne to reflect on England's 3-1 series victory over South Africa after winning the fourth Test by 177 runs.
8/7/201722 minutes, 19 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - 3rd Test Wrap

Bob Willis and Nasser Hussain offers us their verdict on the 3rd Test victory for England while we also hear from Joe Root, Faf du Plessis, Moeen Ali and Toby Roland-Jones
7/31/201729 minutes, 38 seconds
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Atherton meets Sangakkara

Legend Kumar Sangakkara talks about his life growing up in war-torn Sri Lanka and reflects on his stellar career.
7/18/201736 minutes, 47 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - 2nd Test Verdict

Bob Willis is joined by David Gower and Ian Botham as they give their verdict on the substantial second Test loss to South Africa.
7/17/201722 minutes, 30 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - England v SA 2nd Test Wrap

Bob Willis, Ian Ward, David Lloyd, Trevor Bayliss and Joe Root are among those giving their views on the hefty loss for England in the 2nd Test.
7/17/201742 minutes, 59 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - England v SA 1st Test Wrap

Bob Willis offers us his verdict on the 1st Test victory for England while we also hear from Joe Root, Moeen Ali and coach Trevor Bayliss.
7/9/201719 minutes, 5 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - Eng v SA 1st Test D1 Verdict

Bob Willis guides us through the first day of the first Test between England and South Africa with input from Shaun Pollock, Joe Root and Morne Morkel among others.
7/6/201721 minutes, 10 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - Eng v SA preview

Nasser Hussain, Shaun Pollock and David Lloyd preview England's four Tests against South Africa and recall some classic memories from the 1998 series.
6/28/201713 minutes, 29 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - Strauss in the studio

England's Director of Cricket Andrew Strauss joins Ian Ward and Michael Atherton at the interval in the third ODI against South Africa to speak about the present and future of England cricket.
5/29/201717 minutes, 36 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - Champions Trophy Special

Michael Atherton speaks with Shaun Pollock and Nasser Hussain, assessing how the tournament is likely to go for the hosts and who might come out on top.
5/29/201712 minutes, 46 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - Mills & Billings

England's Sam Billings and Tymal Mills reflect on their time in the IPL and look ahead to an important international summer.
5/22/201726 minutes, 41 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - 18th May

Rob Key is joined my Marcus Trescothick, who discusses his England career from his relationship with his various opening partners to the quickest bowler he faced.
5/18/201719 minutes, 52 seconds
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Captaincy podcast special

Current England Test and ODI captains, Joe Root and Eoin Morgan, join Sky Sports' Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton to talk the art of captaincy.
5/6/201719 minutes, 1 second
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 25th April

Rob Key discusses England's Champions Trophy squad with Jimmy Anderson and Michael Carberry.
4/25/201730 minutes, 55 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - 18th April

England assistant coach Paul Farbrace joins Rob Key for an IPL special podcast.
4/18/201728 minutes, 34 seconds
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11th April

Rob Key is joined England's leading Test wicket-taker James Anderson and Nottinghamshire batsman Michael Lumb to answer your questions on a range of cricket topics.
4/11/201717 minutes, 27 seconds
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IPL preview podcast

Rob Key and Mark Butcher join Matt Floyd to look ahead to this year's tournament.
4/4/201719 minutes, 14 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 8th March

Rob Key, David Lloyd and Ian Ward give us an insight into their West Indies trip.
3/8/201722 minutes, 3 seconds
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Sky Cricket Podcast - 2nd March

David Lloyd joins Rob Key to look ahead to England's ODI tour of the West Indies, and discuss what he has been up to this winter.
3/2/201724 minutes, 18 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 21st February

Matt Floyd speaks with Rob Key and Mark Butcher about all things IPL.
2/21/201726 minutes, 6 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 15th February

Nasser Hussain chats with new England Test captain Joe Root about what he did when he heard the news and what his plans are for the future.
2/15/201713 minutes, 26 seconds
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Joe Root: The right man?

Michael Atherton, Nasser Hussain and David Gower react to Joe Root becoming the next England Test captain.
2/13/20174 minutes, 12 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 8th February

Rob Key chats with Andrew Flintoff about Alastair Cook's resignation as captain, the future of England cricket and life in general!
2/8/201730 minutes, 39 seconds
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Nasser meets Cook

Sky Sports cricket pundit Nasser Hussain speaks to Alastair Cook about his resignation as England Test captain.
2/7/201714 minutes, 34 seconds
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Alastair Cook resigns as Test captain

Reaction from Michael Atherton, Nasser Hussain, David Gower and Ian Botham.
2/6/201719 minutes, 2 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 1st February

Nick Knight and Nasser Hussain reflect on England's time in India on the way back to the hotel from the third T20 in Bangalore.
2/1/201710 minutes, 32 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 26th January

Matt Floyd speaks with Rob Key and Marcus Trescothick following the first T20 against India.
1/26/201712 minutes, 28 seconds
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Cricket Podcast - 20th January

Matt Floyd chats with Paul Collingwood and Rob Key about all things England cricket.
1/25/201727 minutes, 13 seconds
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Cricket Podcast - 20th December

Ian Ward reviews England's Test defeat to India with Sir Ian Botham, Nasser Hussain and Mike Atherton. Captain Alastair Cook and Paul Farbrace also have their say.
12/20/201629 minutes, 24 seconds
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Cricket Podcast - 8th November

Ian Ward previews England's Test series in India with Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain.
11/8/201617 minutes
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 27th October

Nick Knight talks to Michael Atherton about England's second Test against Bangladesh.
10/27/201613 minutes, 1 second
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 12th October

Rob Key talks to Nasser Hussain about England's ODI series in Bangladesh.
10/12/201617 minutes, 50 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 27th September

Sam Drury talks to Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton about England's upcoming tour in Bangladesh.
9/27/201612 minutes, 35 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - England rewrite record books

Sam Drury is joined by David Lloyd as they discuss an extraordinary night of ODI cricket as a record-breaking England beat Pakistan by 169 runs in the third one-day international to take an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series.
8/31/201612 minutes, 1 second
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - T20 Blast Finals Day

Nasser Hussain and David Lloyd join David Currie to look ahead to this year's T20 Blast Finals Day at Edgbaston.
8/16/201612 minutes, 29 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 14th August

Michael Atherton and Rameez Raja joins David Currie to discuss the fourth and final day of the fourth Test between England and Pakistan at The Oval.
8/14/201624 minutes, 45 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 13th August

Nasser Hussain joins David Currie to discuss the third day of the fourth Test between England and Pakistan at The Oval.
8/13/201621 minutes, 58 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 12th August

David Lloyd joins David Currie to discuss the second day of the fourth Test between England and Pakistan at The Oval.
8/12/201619 minutes, 17 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 11th August

Ian Botham joins David Currie to discuss the first day of the fourth Test between England and Pakistan at The Oval.
8/11/201613 minutes, 29 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 7th August

Bumble joins David Currie to discuss the final day of the third Test between England and Pakistan at Edgbaston.
8/7/201619 minutes, 33 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 6th August

Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton join David Currie to discuss the fourth day of the third Test between England and Pakistan at Edgbaston.
8/6/201613 minutes, 8 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - World Test XI

Ian Ward is joined by Shane Warne, Rameez Raja and Michael Atherton to pick their fantasy test eleven.
8/5/201621 minutes, 28 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 5th August

Sir Ian Botham and Shane Warne join David Currie to discuss the third day of the third Test between England and Pakistan at Edgbaston.
8/5/201617 minutes, 11 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 4th August

Nasser Hussain and Michael Holding join David Currie to discuss the second day of the third Test between England and Pakistan at at Edgbaston.
8/4/201621 minutes, 33 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 3rd August

Michael Atherton and Rameez Raja join David Currie to discuss the first day of the third Test between England and Pakistan at at Edgbaston.
8/3/201620 minutes, 31 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - England level Pakistan series 1-1

Featuring interviews with David Lloyd, Nasser Hussain, Alastair Cook, Joe Root and Misbah-ul-Haq.
7/25/201619 minutes, 38 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 24th July

David Lloyd and Rameez Raja join Sam Drury to discuss the third day of the second Test between England and Pakistan at Old Trafford.
7/24/201613 minutes, 3 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 23rd July

Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton join Sam Drury to discuss the second day of the second Test between England and Pakistan at Old Trafford. Plus we hear from the player of the day Joe Root.
7/23/201613 minutes, 41 seconds
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The Saturday Debate - 23rd July

The Saturday Debate, discussing the latest talking points and topical debate from the world of cricket.
7/23/201622 minutes, 51 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 22nd July

Sir Ian Botham joins Sam Drury to discuss the first day of the second Test between England and Pakistan at Old Trafford. Plus hear from Joe Root, Alistair Cook and Ramiz Raja.
7/22/201613 minutes, 33 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 17th July

David Lloyd joins David Ruse to discuss the fourth and final day of the first Test at Lord's as Pakistan defeated England by 75 runs. Plus hear from both captains and Trevor Bayliss.
7/17/201625 minutes, 7 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 16th July

Shane Warne joins David Ruse to discuss the third day of the first Test at Lord's between England and Pakistan.
7/16/201618 minutes, 40 seconds
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The Saturday Debate - 16th July

The Saturday Debate, discussing the latest talking points and topical debate from the world of cricket.
7/16/201621 minutes, 44 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 15th July

Ramiz Raja joins David Ruse to discuss the second day of the first Test at Lord's between England and Pakistan.
7/15/201618 minutes, 31 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 14th July

Michael Holding joins David Ruse to discuss day one of the first Test between England and Pakistan.
7/13/201619 minutes, 5 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 2nd July

Nick Knight joins David Currie to discuss England's 3-0 ODI series win over Sri Lanka.
7/2/201613 minutes, 43 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 13th June

Sir Ian Botham and Mahela Jayawardena join Sam Drury to discuss England's series win over Sri Lanka.
6/13/201612 minutes, 54 seconds
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The Saturday Debate - 11th June

The Saturday Debate, discussing the latest talking points and topical debate from the world of cricket.
6/11/201621 minutes, 39 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 30th May

Bumble and Mahela Jayawardene reflect on the fourth and final day of the second Test between England and Sri Lanka.
5/30/201622 minutes, 31 seconds
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The Saturday Debate - 28th May

David Lloyd, Mahela Jayawardena, Sir Ian Botham and Michael Holding join Mike Atherton to discuss the future of Test cricket.
5/28/201620 minutes, 28 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 21st May

Former England international James Taylor speaks to David Ruse about his retirement from the game, his beloved Leicester City and, of course, England's performance against Sri Lanka. Michael Holding gives his thoughts on England's dominant win and Michael Atherton speaks to both captains.
5/21/201626 minutes, 32 seconds
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The Saturday Debate - 21st May

David Lloyd, Mahela Jayawardena, and James Taylor join Mike Atherton to discuss the future of the domestic T20 game.
5/21/201622 minutes, 10 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 20th May

David Ruse is joined by Mahela Jayawardene to look back at the main talking points from day two of the first Test between England and Sri Lanka.
5/20/201618 minutes, 43 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 19th May

Michael Holding and David Lloyd join David Ruse to look back at the first day of the first Test between England and Sri Lanka.
5/19/201615 minutes, 31 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 18th May

Mahela Jayawardene and Shaun Pollock join David Currie to preview the first Test between England and Sri Lanka.
5/18/201612 minutes, 30 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - T20 World Cup Final

Andrew Flintoff joins Ian Ward to reflect on an incredible World Twenty20 final between England and the West Indies.
4/3/20168 minutes, 19 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 1st April

Kumar Sangakkara, James Anderson and Michael Atherton join Matt Floyd to look ahead to the final of the World Twenty20 between England and the West Indies.
4/1/201613 minutes, 21 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 26th March

Kumar Sangakkara and Michael Atherton join Ian Ward to discuss England's 10-run win over Sri Lanka, reaching the semi-finals of the ICC World T20.
3/26/201611 minutes, 6 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - How England won the 2010 T20 World Cup

Paul Collingwood sits down with Sky Sports Cricket to discuss England's winning World Cup campaign in 2010.
3/13/201618 minutes, 59 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 6th March

Nasser Hussain and Nick Knight join Ian Ward to preview the ICC World Twenty20 in India.
3/6/201616 minutes, 29 seconds
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ICC World T20 Preview Podcast

A look ahead to the upcoming ICC World T20 tournament featuring interviews with Rob Key, Eoin Morgan, Nick Knight and Charlotte Edwards.
2/21/201624 minutes, 2 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 14th February

David Gower and former England captain Alec Stewart look back at the ODI series between South Africa and England.
2/14/201624 minutes, 26 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 26th January

Nasser Hussain and Marcus Trescothick reflect on the series win for England in South Africa after the final test.
1/26/201618 minutes, 42 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 24th January

Our pundits look back at the South Africa v England Test in 2000, the potential return of Mohammed Amir in England this summer and what the future holds for the game. 
1/24/201615 minutes, 49 seconds
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– 16th January

Nasser Hussain and Rob Key reflect on England's series-clinching, seven-wicket win in the third Test in Johannesburg.
1/16/201612 minutes, 58 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast – 6th January

Nasser Hussain and Marcus Trescothick reflect on the second Test between South Africa and England. They also discuss the news that Hashim Amla has quit as South Africa Test captain.
1/6/201612 minutes, 36 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast – 30th December

David Gower is joined by Rob Key to look back at England's impressive 1st Test win against South Africa in Durban.
12/30/201518 minutes, 16 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast – 30th November

Ian Ward and Robert Key look back on England’s successful T20 series against Pakistan.
11/30/201517 minutes, 25 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 5th November

Ian Ward and Nasser Hussain reflect on England's 2-0 defeat in the Test series against Pakistan.
11/5/201516 minutes, 28 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 26th October

Dominic Cork and Aamer Sohail join David Ruse to share their thoughts on an exciting finish to the second Test between Pakistan and England.
10/26/201534 minutes, 21 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast -17th October

Robert Key marvels at Alastair Cook’s innings, talks up Adil Rashid and wants a keepy-up re-match against Matt Prior on the latest Sky Cricket podcast.
10/17/201513 minutes, 52 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 8th October

David Lloyd and Bob Willis preview England’s Test series against Pakistan, plus we hear from Alastair Cook and Ian Bell on the challenges of playing in the UAE.
10/8/201526 minutes, 57 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 13th September

David Lloyd looks back at England's summer and the ODI series with Australia.
9/13/201527 minutes, 59 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 29th August

Nasser Hussain looks ahead to the England v Australia Twenty20 on the 31st August.
8/29/201512 minutes, 11 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 23rd August

David Ruse sits down with Michael Holding and Michael Atherton to reflect on Australia's fifth Test win and the Ashes series.
8/23/201525 minutes, 53 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 22nd August

David Ruse is joined by David Lloyd to look back at day three of the fifth and final Ashes Test from The Oval.
8/22/201510 minutes, 58 seconds
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The Saturday Debate -22nd August

Ian Ward is joined by Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain to discuss what's next for England.
8/22/201518 minutes, 20 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 21st August

David Ruse is joined by Mickey Holding, Nasser Hussain and David Lloyd to look back at an eventful second day at the Oval.
8/21/201519 minutes, 28 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 20th August

David Ruse is joined by Nasser Hussain to review the day's action from the first day of the fifth Ashes test at The Oval.
8/19/201516 minutes, 31 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast – 8th August

David Currie is joined by Nasser Hussain, Shane Warne, Michael Atherton, Michael Holding and David Lloyd following England's fourth Test victory.
8/8/201537 minutes, 32 seconds
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The Saturday Debate - 8th August

Ian Ward is joined by Shane Warne, Ricky Ponting, David Lloyd and Michael Atherton to discuss what's next for Australia.
8/8/201518 minutes, 19 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast – 7th August

David Currie is joined by Michael Holding and Ricky Ponting to discuss the second day's action from Trent Bridge.
8/7/201510 minutes, 52 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast – 6th August

David Currie is joined by David Lloyd and Nasser Hussain to discuss an extraordinary first day at Trent Bridge.
8/6/201513 minutes, 32 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast – 31st July

David Currie is joined by David Lloyd to discuss the fallout from England’s eight wicket victory over Australia in the 3rd Test at Edgbaston.
7/31/201515 minutes, 38 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 30th July

David Currie is joined by Nasser Hussain and Shane Warne as England seized the initiative over Australia after the second day of the third Ashes Test.
7/30/201515 minutes, 48 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 29th July

David Currie is joined by Michael Atherton and Michael Holding to look back at an incredible first day of the third Ashes Test at Edgbaston.
7/29/201517 minutes, 21 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 19th July

David Currie is joined by Nasser Hussain to look back on a miserable fourth day for England as they lost the second Ashes Test by 405 runs at Lord's.
7/19/201514 minutes, 31 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 18th July

David Currie is joined by Sir Ian Botham to discuss the possibility of England batting long in their second innings and David 'Bumble' Lloyd talks about magic!
7/18/201514 minutes, 47 seconds
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The Saturday Debate - 18th July

Ian Ward is joined by Shane Warne, Michael Atherton, Sir Ian Botham and Micheal Holding to discuss the future of Test cricket.
7/18/201520 minutes, 20 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 17th July

David Currie is joined by Michael Holding and Nasser Hussain to reflect on Steve Smith's brilliant double century which has left Australia in control after the second day of the second Ashes Test at Lord's.
7/17/201512 minutes, 54 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 16th July

David Currie is joined by David Lloyd and Shane Warne to discuss the first day of the second Ashes Test at Lord's.
7/16/201514 minutes, 13 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 11th July

David Ruse is joined by Michael Holding to discuss the fourth and final day of the first Ashes Test in Cardiff. Also Michael Atherton gets reaction from captains Alistair Cook and Michael Clarke.
7/11/201511 minutes, 30 seconds
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The Saturday Debate - 11th July 2015

Ian Ward is joined by Ricky Ponting, Nasser Hussain and David Lloyd to discuss this week's topic, who's the greatest?
7/11/201517 minutes, 11 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 10 July

David Ruse is joined by Nasser Hussain to review the third day of the first Ashes Test. Also Ian Ward chats to Ian Bell after he registered a half-century.
7/10/20157 minutes, 43 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 9th July

Ricky Ponting, Moeen Ali and Chris Rogers reflect on day two of the first Ashes Test.
7/9/201513 minutes, 11 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - 8th July 2015

Joe Root and Sir Ian Botham reflect on day one of the first Investec Ashes Test between Australia and England at Cardiff.
7/8/201512 minutes, 27 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast - Ashes preview

We hear from both team captains plus Sky Sports pundit Sir Ian Botham ahead of the first Ashes Test.
7/7/201534 minutes, 30 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 20th June 2015

David Ruse is joined by David Lloyd to discuss England's ODI series win over New Zealand
6/20/201517 minutes, 27 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 2nd June 2015

David Currie is joined by Ian Botham and Alastair Cook to discuss the final day of the second Test at Headingley between England and New Zealand.
6/2/201520 minutes, 27 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 1st June 2015

David Currie is joined by Mike Atherton and Michael Holding to discuss a rain-affected fourth day of the second Test at Headingley between England and New Zealand.
6/1/201511 minutes, 53 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 31st May 2015

David Currie is joined by David Lloyd to discuss the third day of the second Test between England and New Zealand.
5/31/201518 minutes, 8 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 30th May 2015

David Currie is joined by David Lloyd and Nasser Hussain to discuss the second day of the second Test between England and New Zealand.
5/30/201515 minutes, 19 seconds
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Saturday Debate - Coaching - 30th May 2015

Ian Ward is joined by Nasser Hussain, David Lloyd and Ian Smith to discuss the topic of coaching.
5/30/201518 minutes, 50 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 29th May 2015

David Currie is joined by Nasser Hussain and Michael Holding to discuss the first day of the Second test between England and New Zealand.
5/29/201511 minutes, 58 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 25th May 2015

David Ruse is joined by Michael Holding and Michael Atherton to talk about England's forst test victory against New Zealand.
5/25/201513 minutes, 17 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 24th May 2015

Nasser Hussain joins David Ruse to run through the fourth day's play at Lord's which featured a record innings by Ben Stokes.
5/24/201513 minutes, 39 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 23rd May 2015

Michael Holding and David Lloyd join David Ruse to run through the third day's action from Lord's. Plus catch an interview with Mark Wood.
5/23/201514 minutes, 49 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 22nd May 2015

David Ruse and Nasser Hussain discuss day two of the 1st Test between England and New Zealand.
5/22/201512 minutes, 16 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 21st May 2015

David Ruse and Ian Botham discuss day one of the 1st Test between England and New Zealand.
5/21/201516 minutes, 1 second
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Stuart Broad extended interview - 18th May 2015

England's Stuart Broad sits down to talk to Sky Sports about the upcoming series with New Zealand, The Ashes, Kevin Pietersen and Andrew Strauss' new role with England.
5/18/20159 minutes, 21 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 3rd May 2015

Bob Willis joins David Currie to discuss England's third Test defeat to the West Indies.
5/3/201522 minutes, 49 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 25th April 2015

Oli Burley and Nick Knight discuss England's second Test win over the West Indies.
4/25/201525 minutes, 19 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- James Anderson Special

Sir Ian Botham and David Gower speak to Jimmy Anderson after he broke the England Test wicket record against the West Indies.
4/17/201513 minutes, 37 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- Richie Benaud tribute

Shane Warne, Sir Ian Botham, Nasser Hussain and David Lloyd pay tribute to legendary cricket commentator Richie Benaud who has sadly passed away aged 84.
4/10/201515 minutes, 27 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 9th April 2015

David Ruse is joined by Nick Knight as they preview the new County Championship season.
4/9/201519 minutes, 35 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- Jacques Kallis and VVS Laxman special

Two greats of the game – Jacques Kallis and VVS Laxman – join us to talk IPL and reflect on their stellar international careers.
3/31/201518 minutes, 3 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 29th March 2015

Oliver Burley is joined by Rob Key to look back at Australia's World Cup final win over New Zealand in Michael Clarke's last one day international.
3/29/201520 minutes, 51 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 13th March 2015

Bob Willis joins David Currie to run through the World Cup semi-finalists after New Zealand booked their place with a win over West Indies.
3/21/201519 minutes, 26 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 13th March 2015

Jacques Kallis reflects on England’s disappointing World Cup after they finished their campaign with a win in the dead rubber against Afghanistan.
3/13/201520 minutes, 16 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 9th March 2015

Michael Carberry joins David Ruse to discuss England's exit from the Cricket World Cup after their defeat to Bangladesh.
3/9/201521 minutes, 43 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 1st March 2015

Oliver Burley is joined by Nick Compton following England's defeat to Sri Lanka in their fourth match of the Cricket World Cup.
3/1/201519 minutes, 23 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 23rd February 2015

David Ruse is joined by Mark Butcher to look back at England win over Scotland in their third match of the Cricket World Cup.
2/23/201521 minutes, 52 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 20th February 2015

David Currie is joined by Matt Prior to examine England's heavy defeat to New Zealand in their second match of the Cricket World Cup.
2/20/201511 minutes, 47 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 14th February 2015

Oliver Burley is joined by Bob Willis to look back at England's performance against Australia in their opening match of the Cricket World Cup.
2/14/201518 minutes, 55 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 1st February 2015

Oliver Burley is joined by Nick Knight to look back at England's performance against Australia in the Tri-Series final.
2/1/201534 minutes, 13 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 16th December 2014

Oliver Burley is joined by Bob Willis to look back at England's ODI series against Sri Lanka.
12/16/201417 minutes, 2 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 21st November 2014

Oliver Burley is joined by Mark Butcher ahead of England's ODI series against Sri Lanka.
11/21/201413 minutes, 41 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 11th November 2014

Oliver Burley is joined by England Women's Nat Sciver and Katherine Brunt to talk about Australia, awards and umpiring.
11/11/201422 minutes, 14 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 7th September 2014

Joe Drabble is joined by David Lloyd as they discuss the upcoming Cricket World Cup.
9/7/201411 minutes, 45 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 25th August 2014

Joe Drabble is joined by Nasser Hussain as they discuss the One Day Series between England and India.
8/25/20149 minutes, 22 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 17th August 2014

Oli Burley is joined by David Lloyd and Ian Botham as they look back on what turned out to be the third and final day of the fifth Test at The Oval.
8/17/201419 minutes, 58 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 16th August 2014

Oli Burley is joined by David Lloyd as they look back on day two of the fifth Test at The Oval.
8/16/201411 minutes, 14 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 15th August 2014

Oli Burley is joined by David Llyod and Andrew Strauss as they digest another perfect day for England with the ball.
8/15/201410 minutes, 38 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 9th August 2014

Joe Drabble is joined by David Llyod and Michael Holding as they reflect on a dramtic innings victory for England against India at Old Trafford.
8/9/201414 minutes, 19 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 8th August 2014

Joe Drabble is joined by Sir Ian Botham as they reflect on the second day of the fourth test against India at Old Trafford.
8/8/20149 minutes, 20 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 7th August 2014

Joe Drabble is joined by David Lloyd as they reflect on the first day of the fourth test against India at Old Trafford.
8/7/20149 minutes, 32 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 31th July 2014

Shane Warne, Nasser Hussain and Andrew Strauss reflect on the final day of England's third Test against India.
7/31/201423 minutes, 43 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 30th July 2014

Andrew Strauss believes Alastair Cook looked like a completely different batsman during England's second innings.
7/30/201415 minutes, 13 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 29th July 2014

Shane Warne and Michael Holding say the onus is on England to take the attack to India if they want to take a winning stranglehold on this Test.
7/29/201413 minutes, 29 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 28th July 2014

Shane Warne reflects on another good day for England at the Ageas Bowl.
7/28/201412 minutes, 53 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 27th July 2014

Sir Ian Botham reflects on Alastair Cook's performance at the Ageas Bowl.
7/27/201415 minutes, 23 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 21st July 2014

Nasser Hussain reflects on England's defeat to India in the 2nd Test at Lord's.
7/21/201414 minutes
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 20th July 2014

Michael Holding reflects on a difficult day for England at Lord's.
7/20/201411 minutes, 4 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 19th July 2014

Athers says that if India can double their lead of 145 they’ll be confident of success.
7/19/201411 minutes, 59 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 18th July 2014

Shane Warne hails a superb century from Gary Ballance but says the Test is 60-40 in India’s favour.
7/18/20149 minutes, 12 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 17th July 2014

Oliver Burley is joined by Andrew Strauss after day one of the second Test between England and India at Lord's.
7/17/201411 minutes, 32 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 12th July 2014

Joe Drabble is joined by David Lloyd after day four of the first Test between England and India at Trent Bridge.
7/12/20148 minutes, 21 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 13th July 2014

Joe Drabble is joined by Michael Holding and Sir Ian Botham after day five of the first Test between England and India at Trent Bridge.
7/12/201412 minutes, 12 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 11th July 2014

Joe Drabble is joined by Sir Ian Botham and Michael Holding after day three of the first Test between England and India at Trent Bridge.
7/11/201411 minutes, 15 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 10th July 2014

Joe Drabble is joined by Ian Botham and Andrew Strauss after day two of the first Test between England and India at Trent Bridge.
7/10/201412 minutes, 18 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 9th July 2014

Joe Drabble is joined by Nasser Hussain after day one of the first Test between England and India at Trent Bridge.
7/9/20149 minutes, 46 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 7th July 2014

Oliver Burley is joined by Michael Atherton as they preview the upcoming series between England and India.
7/7/201416 minutes, 28 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 24th June 2014

Joe Drabble is joined by Andrew Strauss and Nasser Hussain to discuss day five of the second Test between England and Sri Lanka at Headingley.
6/24/201413 minutes, 23 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 23rd June 2014

Joe Drabble is joined by Ian Botham to discuss day four of the second Test between England and Sri Lanka at Headingley..
6/23/20149 minutes, 41 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 22nd June 2014

Joe Drabble is joined by Andrew Strauss to discuss day three of the second Test between England and Sri Lanka at Headingley.
6/22/20149 minutes, 25 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 21st June 2014

Joe Drabble is joined by Sir Ian Botham to discuss day two of the second Test between England and Sri Lanka at Headingley.
6/21/20146 minutes, 52 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 20th June 2014

Joe Drabble is joined by Nasser Hussain to discuss day one of the second Test between England and Sri Lanka at Headingley.
6/20/201411 minutes, 15 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 16th June 2014

Oli Burley is joined by David Lloyd and Shane Warne to discuss the state of play following the fourth day at Lord's between England and Sri Lanka
6/16/201416 minutes, 40 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 15th June 2014

Oli Burley is joined by David Lloyd and Shane Warne to discuss the state of play following the fourth day at Lord's between England and Sri Lanka
6/15/20147 minutes, 2 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 14th June 2014

Oli Burley is joined by Mike Atherton and Andrew Strauss to discuss the state of play following the third day at Lord's between England and Sri Lanka.
6/14/20148 minutes, 12 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 13th June 2014

Oli Burley talks to Sir Ian Botham and Andrew Strauss about England's confident batting performance against Sri Lanka on day two of the first test.
6/13/201412 minutes, 29 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 12th June 2014

Oli Burley talks to Nasser Hussain and Andrew Strauss about a mixed first day for England against Sri Lanka in the first Test.
6/12/201410 minutes, 9 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 10th June 2014

Joe Drabble talks to Nasser Hussain about England's first Test against Sri Lanka on the 12th June..
6/10/201413 minutes, 10 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 21st April 2014

Nick Knight shares his thoughts on the new Peter Moores era with skysports.com's Oli Burley following Sri Lanka's T20 victory over England at The Oval.
5/21/201416 minutes, 19 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- Peter Moores Interview

Michael Atherton chats with the new England National Team Coach about his first experience within the England setup and what the future holds under his leadership.
5/4/201426 minutes, 23 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 6th April 2014

Rob Key and Michael Atherton look back at Sri Lanka versus India in the T20 World Cup Final.
4/6/201416 minutes, 52 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 2nd April 2014

We look ahead to Sri Lanka v West Indies and India v South Africa with Rob Key and Michael Atherton shares his thoughts on England's woes.
4/2/201413 minutes, 39 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 23rd March 2014

We chat to Joe Root about his England career so far and assess England's defeat to New Zealand with Rob Key.
3/23/201414 minutes, 47 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 14th March 2014

Ian Ward is joined by Mike Atherton to look ahead to the ICC T20 World Cup.
3/14/201414 minutes, 45 seconds
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Sky Sports Cricket Podcast- 27th February 2014

Matt Floyd is joined by Bob Willis and Steve Harmison to look ahead to England's one-day tour of the West Indies.
2/27/201412 minutes, 9 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 5th January 2014

Reaction from Nasser Hussain, Michael Atherton, David Lloyd, Andrew Strauss, Sir Ian Botham and Shane Warne after day three of the fifth Ashes Test.
1/5/201423 minutes, 47 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 4th January 2014

Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain reflect on day two of the fifth Ashes Test.
1/4/201412 minutes, 10 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 3rd January 2014

Sir Ian Botham and David Lloyd join Joe Drabble to discuss the first day of the 5th Test in Sydney.
1/3/201413 minutes, 57 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 29th December 2013

Michael Atherton, Nasser Hussain, Andrew Strauss and David Lloyd join Joe Drabble to discuss the fourth day of the fourth Test.
12/29/201320 minutes, 7 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 28th December 2013

Ian Botham and Andrew Strauss join Joe Drabble to discuss the third day of the fourth Test.
12/28/201313 minutes, 41 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 27th December 2013

Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussian join Joe Drabble to discuss the second day of the fourth Test.
12/27/201312 minutes, 55 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 26th December 2013

Andrew Strauss and Nasser Hussian join Joe Drabble to discuss the first day of the fourth Test.
12/26/201316 minutes, 12 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 23rd December 2013

Shane Warne and Gus Warland join Joe Drabble to discuss their Boxing Day Test memories.
12/23/201318 minutes, 38 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 22nd December 2013

David Lloyd and Michael Atherton join Joe Drabble to discuss Graeme Swann's retirement.
12/22/201313 minutes, 44 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 17th December 2013

David Lloyd and Nasser Hussain join Joe Drabble to discuss the final day of the 3rd Ashes Test.
12/17/201319 minutes, 41 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 16th December 2013

Sir Ian Botham and David Llyod join Joe Drabble to discuss the fourth day of the 3rd Ashes Test.
12/16/201312 minutes, 8 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 15th December 2013

Nasser Hussain and David Lloyd join Joe Drabble to discuss the third day of the 3rd Ashes Test.
12/15/201314 minutes, 37 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 14th December 2013

Nasser Hussain and David Lloyd join Joe Drabble to discuss the second day of the 3rd Ashes Test.
12/14/201316 minutes, 45 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 13th December 2013

Joe Drabble is joined by Sir Ian Botham and Andrew Strauss to discuss the first day of the 3rd Test at the WACA.
12/13/201319 minutes
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 12th December 2013

Joe Drabble is joined by Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton to discuss Englands preparations and chances for success in Perth.
12/12/201322 minutes, 42 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- When Nasser met Hussey

Nasser Hussain sits down with former Australian batsman Michael Hussey as they discuss his career and the current Ashes series.
12/11/201327 minutes, 26 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 9th December 2013

Nasser Hussain, David Gower and Andrew Strauss join Joe Drabble to discuss the final play from Adelaide.
12/9/201316 minutes, 51 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 8th December 2013

Michael Atherton and David Lloyd join Joe Drabble to discuss the fourth day's play from Adelaide.
12/8/201312 minutes
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 7th December 2013

Shane Warne, Andrew Strauss and Michael Atherton join Joe Drabble to discuss the third day's play from Adelaide.
12/7/201313 minutes, 52 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 6th December 2013

Sir Ian Botham, Shane Warne and Nasser Hussain reflect on day two of the second Ashes Test in Adelaide.
12/6/201315 minutes, 39 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 5th December 2013

Sir Ian Botham, Michael Atherton and Greg Blewett reflect on day one of the second Ashes Test in Adelaide.
12/5/201311 minutes, 48 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 3rd December 2013

Greg Blewett and Michael Atherton look ahead to the second Ashes test in Adelaide..
12/3/201311 minutes, 40 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 29th November 2013

Nasser and Bumble discuss the impact of Jonathan Trott heading home, England's selection dilemmas, the art of sledging, a golf defeat and Bumble's upcoming meeting with a Great White shark.
11/29/201312 minutes, 22 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 24th November 2013

The Sky Sports Cricket pundits give their reaction to the fourth day of the first test of The Ashes.
11/24/201312 minutes, 26 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 23rd November 2013

Michael Atherton and Andrew Strauss give their reaction to the third day of the first test of The Ashes.
11/23/201313 minutes, 31 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 22nd November 2013

Michael Atherton and Andrew Strauss give their reaction to the second day of the first test of The Ashes.
11/22/201314 minutes, 21 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 21st November 2013

Beefy and Bumble give their reaction to the first day of the first test of The Ashes.
11/21/20138 minutes, 36 seconds
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Sky Sports Ashes Podcast- 17th November 2013

Andrew Strauss, Nasser Hussain and Michael Atherton look ahead to the first Test of the 2013/14 Ashes Series in Brisbane.
11/16/201332 minutes, 42 seconds