Sky Sports Cricket Podcast

Moments after India clinched a thrilling six-run victory over England's cricketers in the fifth Test at The Oval to level the series 2-2, Nas and Ath are joined by former India player and commentator, Dinesh Karthik, to look back on a dramatic day and a brilliant series.  Watch every episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast on YouTube here: Sky Sports Cricket Podcast on YouTube Listen to every ep...

Nasser and Athers discuss the brilliant 3rd Test between England and India at Lord's on this week's episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast. They chat about the 'needle' between the two sides, the slow over-rate during the game and where it leaves the series with England 2-1 up heading to the 4th Test at Old Trafford. Watch every episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast on YouTube here: Sky Spo...

Nas and Ath are joined at Lord's by India legend, commentator, World Cup winner and former head coach, Ravi Shastri, alongside friend of the pod, Dinesh Karthik, in front of a live audience to look ahead to the third Test. If you're new to the podcast, make sure you give this show a like, follow or subscribe on your favourite podcast platform so you don't miss an episode.  Watch the Lord's Test li...

Nasser and Athers are joined by England bowler Mark Wood to look back on England's thrilling victory over India in the first Test at Headingley. Woody also discusses Jofra Archer's return to the England squad, and describes what it was like to move behind the mic with Sky Sports.  They also look ahead to the second Test at Edgbaston, a match you can watch live on Sky Sports Cricket.  Watch every e...

Ahead of the first Test between England and India, a bonus episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast, as Nas and Ath pick their best England and India combined XI. But who makes the cut? And do you agree? Join in the debate @SkyCricket.   You can watch England against India, live on Sky Sports Cricket, beginning with the first Test at Headingley which starts on Friday, 20th June.  For all the late...

Nasser and Athers are joined by Dinesh Karthik on this week's Sky Sports Cricket Podcast to look back on title triumphs for RCB in the IPL and South Africa in the World Test Championship. Plus, with the mouthwatering series between England and India about to get underway, they look ahead to what could be an exciting summer of Tests. Nasser also chats with England's wicket-keeper/batter Jamie Smith...

Former South Africa captain Shaun Pollock joins Nasser and Athers on this week's episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast. They discuss the upcoming World Test Championship final between South Africa and Australia at Lord's and chat about where South African cricket finds itself at the moment. Plus, Nas and Ath analyse the winning start that England have made under their new white-ball captain Ha...

Michael and Nasser take a look back at a winning start for England's men and women to their summer of international cricket on this week's Sky Sports Cricket Podcast. They discuss which players performed well in both red and white ball victories against Zimbabwe and the West Indies and what that could mean for selection for the upcoming series against India. Watch every episode of the Sky Sports C...

Former Zimbabwe captain Alistair Campbell joins Nas and Ath on this week's episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast to look ahead to his country's first Test match in England for 22 years. Plus, Nas and Ath discuss the news that Virat Kohli has retired from Test cricket and chat about the England white-ball squad selections. Watch every episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast on YouTube here: S...

Michael and Nasser are joined by author and journalist Tim Wigmore on this week's episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast. They discuss how cricket is being affected by the ongoing tensions in India and Pakistan, and chat about Rohit Sharma's decision to retire from Test cricket. Plus, Tim tells us about his now book, " Test Cricket - A History " and picks out some of the most significant teams...

England fast bowler Mark Wood joins Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain on this week's episode of the Sky Sport Cricket Podcast. He talks about his string of injuries and describes the frustration of having to deal with yet another setback. Plus, Mark defends the England side against accusations that they don't train hard enough, gives his view on Zak Crawley and discusses calming Ben Stokes when...

National selector Luke Wright joins Nas and Ath on this week's Sky Sports Cricket Podcast to talk all about how the England sides get chosen. Luke explains what his role involves, responds to criticism of some selections and picks out some of the players he's been impressed by in the opening weeks of the English cricket season. Watch every episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast on YouTube here:...

Rob Key - managing director of England men's cricket - is the guest on this week's episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast. Nasser and Athers question him on a range of topics, including the decision to give Harry Brook the captaincy of the white ball sides. They also chat about selection dilemmas across all the England teams, which players could shape the future of English cricket, and about wh...

The new England Women head coach Charlotte Edwards joins Nasser and Athers on this week's episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast. Charlotte explains why now is the right time for her to take the role, and gives her thoughts on the criticism the team have received over their fitness following an Ashes drubbing in Australia. She also pays tribute to outgoing captain Heather Knight, and talks abou...

Nasser and Athers are joined by Sam Curran who looks ahead to another IPL with Chennai Super Kings and discusses what it's like to play alongside MS Dhoni. He also talks about captaining Surrey, playing for England, and the cricketing success of his whole family. Make sure you don't miss an episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast by giving this show a follow wherever you get your podcasts.  Watc...

Nas and Ath are in Dubai and are joined by 'friend of the pod', Dinesh Karthik (DK), to look back on England's exit from the tournament and look ahead to India versus Australia, and South Africa against New Zealand in the semi finals of the Champions Trophy. You can follow both matches across Sky Sports.  Watch every episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast on YouTube here: Sky Sports Cricket Pod...

Nas and Ath give their immediately reaction to Ian Ward, after England’s eight-run defeat to Afghanistan knocks them out of the ICC Champions Trophy. Jos Buttler also joins them to reflect on the loss and his future as Captain.   Nas and Ath will be back with a full podcast very soon, so make sure you give this show a follow, so you don’t miss an episode. You can watch the remaining games in the I...

Nas and Ath are in different parts of Pakistan, but get together – virtually – to look back on England’s defeat to Australia in the Champions Trophy. They also review hosts Pakistan’s loss to India, as well some of the other matches so far. But have they changed their pre-tournament predictions?  Watch every episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast on YouTube here: Sky Sports Cricket Podcast on Y...

Nasser and Athers are joined by England's white ball captain Jos Buttler who sheds some light on the team's recent performances, the impact of new head coach Brendon McCullum, and the upcoming Champions Trophy.  Watch every episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast on YouTube here: Sky Sports Cricket Podcast on YouTube Listen to every episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast here:  skysports.com/...

This week, Nasser and Athers are joined by Nikesh Arora, CEO of Palo Alto Networks. During a big week of investment into The Hundred teams, he discusses leading the tech consortium that won the bidding war for London Spirit, and the value and impact of live sport. He also talks of his love of the game, and the future of English cricket. Watch every episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast on YouT...

Nasser and Athers are joined this week by former Australia Women batter turned broadcaster, Mel Jones to discuss the latest state of play in the Women's Ashes. Mel also discusses her role in helping get some of Afghanistan's female cricketers to safety after the Taliban took control of the country in 2021, how she's helped them settle in Australia and talks about what the future holds for the team...

Nasser and Athers are joined by a cricket agent this week to find out more about how the sport is changing for its star players. Simon Auteri, who works for TGI Sports, explains what his job entails and how he represents his players. They discuss how players are trying to take advantage of appearing in franchise tournaments around the world and how the sport is changing as a result. Watch every ep...

Michael and Nasser have opened the mailbag for this episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast to answer questions sent in by YOU, our listeners! They're asked about a range of topics from the Ashes and the future of Test cricket, to whether they've ever fallen out and who would be their dream podcast guest. Watch every episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast on YouTube here: Sky Sports Cricket P...

Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain are joined by South Africa's former captain Graeme Smith to discuss all things South African cricket. With the SA20 tournament about to begin, Graeme discusses his role in the formation of the competition, gives his thoughts on the state of Test cricket, and talks about the current South Africa Test side which has reached the World Test Championship final. Watch...

India great Ravi Ashwin speaks exclusively to Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain on the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast, just a few days after retiring from international cricket. Watch every episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast on YouTube here: Sky Sports Cricket Podcast on YouTube Listen to every episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast here:  skysports.com/sky-sports-cricket-podcast You can l...