Sanjay Murthy & Geraint Jones

Close of Play Podcast

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Ashes winner Geraint Jones & cricket tragic Sanjay Murthy chat cricket, hold a crappy quiz & read out your questions! It's cricket, but fun

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Sanjay Murthy & Geraint Jones

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Geraint Jones on Winning and Losing The Ashes 18.11.2025 36:15

His catch to dismiss Michael Kasprowicz remains one of the iconic moments of the 2005 Ashes. Geraint recalls that, and also the first ball of the 2006/7 series, that was equally iconic for different reasons. We also talk about Perth, line ups and what England will need to do to bring the urn home

Gavin Scovell on Directing Cricket's Biggest Moments 09.11.2025 24:15

In this episode of Close of Play, Sanjay Murthy is joined by Gavin Scovell, the ICC’s Senior Cricket TV Director and the man behind some of the most unforgettable moments in modern cricket. From Carlos Brathwaite’s four sixes in the 2016 T20 World Cup Final, to the chaos of the 2019 Men’s World Cup Super Over, to Anya Shrubsole’s match-winning spell in the 2017 Women’s World Cup — Gavin has direct...

Jarrod Kimber on Australia's Sporting Culture 04.11.2025 24:54

In this episode of Close of Play , Sanjay Murthy sits down with Jarrod Kimber - writer, filmmaker, and one of cricket’s most original voices , to explore what makes Australian sport so consistently successful . From the grassroots to the global stage, Jarrod breaks down the structures, systems, and mindset that have made Australia a powerhouse across multiple sports. It’s not just about tale...

Shachi Pai on England Beating India at the Cricket World Cup 04.11.2025 18:27

In this episode of Close of Play , Sanjay Murthy is joined by Shachi Pai — broadcaster, cricket commentator, and passionate voice for the women’s game — to break down one of the standout moments of the tournament: England’s victory over India at the Women’s World Cup. Together, they explore how England’s consistency and structure continue to set the standard, and how India’s growing depth a...

Patrick Kidd on Following England and Facing Fiery Thommo 04.11.2025 21:42

In this episode of Close of Play , Sanjay Murthy is joined by Patrick Kidd — long-time Times journalist, cricket writer, and chronicler of the English game — for a conversation that blends humour, nostalgia, and pure love of the sport. Patrick shares what it’s like to follow the England team around the world , from the quirks of press boxes to the late-night stories that never make it into p...

Stuart Law on Nepal’s Historic Win Over the West Indies 04.11.2025 19:48

In this episode of Close of Play , Sanjay Murthy is joined by former Australian international and West Indies coach Stuart Law to unpack one of cricket’s great underdog stories - Nepal’s first-ever victory over a full ICC member nation . With insight, humour, and a coach’s eye for detail, Law reflects on what this result means not just for Nepal, but for the future of the global game. How does...