Slashing Through the Cordon

On today's episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, we talk about everything that is happening in the world of cricket, at home and abroad. Topics of the conversation include: The Death of Bazball and Ben Stokes's Test career proves a major talking point here today. Even with the end of Stokes' captaincy and Test career, will that stop the faithful from pushing on with the Bazball cult?...

On today's episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, we talk about everything that is happening in the world of cricket, at home and abroad. Topics of the conversation include: England have a new/old captain, and Ollie Robinson is a new/old man. While Joe Root returns with the (C) after his name, injury-prone Ollie is out again. We discuss. Kane Williamson retires from all International cricket...

On today's episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, we talk about everything that is happening in the world of cricket, at home and abroad. Topics of the conversation include: They may have finally managed a win on the paddock, but off the field England continues to kick itself in the testicles. We discuss the whole incredible idiocy of it all. Meanwhile on the field, Australia does a bit of te...

On today's episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, we talk about everything that is happening in the world of cricket, at home and abroad. Topics of the conversation include: England comes away from Lord's with a win in the 1st Test against New Zealand thanks to debutante Emilio Gay, but it's the wicket square rather than the cricket that gets the most attention. Afghanistan pleads for...

On today's episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, we talk about everything that is happening in the world of cricket, at home and abroad. Topics of the conversation include: Australia levels up the ODI series in Pakistan with a 43 run victory. We talk about the game and Australia's winners and losers so far. The 1st Test between England and New Zealand starts tonight, and we discuss the l...

On today's episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, we talk about everything that is happening in the world of cricket, as the rubbish parts finish up and the good parts start to begin again. Topics of the conversation include: The opening ODI between Pakistan and Australia, and what Australia can take from the game given most of their first choice players were unavailable. Ollie Peake became t...

On today's episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, we discuss the recent announcement of the England squad for the 1st Test against New Zealand, and the other changes around the set up. Topics of the conversation include: The fallout from England's debrief of their tour of New Zealand and Australia, and the lack of consequences for... anyone. How did Rob Key, Brendan McCullum and Ben Stoke...

On today's episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, we discuss the Australian squad that has been announced for the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup. Topics of the conversation include: Sophie Molineux leads the team, but can she crack it for the 1st XI? Will the loss of experience without Lanning, Haynes and Healy be problematic for the tournament? Is Darcie Brown's omission at the expen...

On today's comeback episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, we discuss the squads that were announced yesterday by the Australian selectors for the upcoming 3 ODI games in Pakistan, and the 3 ODI and 3 T20I games in Bangladesh for Australia. Topics of the conversation include: The players chosen, the new names brought into the squads, and perhaps more pertinent the names that are missing. The...

In this episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, Bill Peters discusses Australia's disappointing performance in the T20 World Cup, particularly their loss to Zimbabwe. He analyses the team's strategy, player selections, and the implications of their current standing in the tournament. The conversation also covers other notable results from the World Cup, predictions for upcoming matches, an...

In this episode of 'Slashing Through the Cordon', Bill Peters discusses the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, highlighting Australia's performance and the political dynamics affecting the tournament. He also laughs as England lose again. He also discusses the upcoming women's all-format series against India and provides insights into the Sheffield Shield and the future of A...

This episode celebrates the 170-year history of the Kiama Cricket Club, detailing its formation, evolution, and significant milestones. Bill Peters shares insights into the early years of cricket in Kiama, notable matches, the impact of war on the sport, and the club's golden age. The conversation highlights the community's passion for cricket and the legacy it has built over the years. Ta...

In this episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, Bill Peters reviews the recently concluded Big Bash League season, discussing its highlights, the future of the league, and the implications of private equity involvement. He also analyses the upcoming World T20 tournament and the dismissal of Bangladesh from the tournament, and the recent Australia vs England series, providing insights into both tea...

In this episode, Bill Peters reviews the final three days of the fifth Test match between Australia and England, discussing key performances, controversies, and the implications for both teams moving forward. He highlights Travis Head's aggressive batting, Jacob Bethel's impressive debut century, and the impact of umpiring decisions on the match. Additionally, he reflects on Usman Khawaja&...

In this episode, Bill Peters reviews the second day of the Test match between Australia and England, highlighting key performances, player dynamics, and controversial moments. He discusses the impact of individual players like Joe Root, Cameron Green, and Jamie Smith, while also addressing the overall batting strategies and future prospects for both teams. The conversation delves into the psycholo...

This episode provides a detailed analysis of the first day of the fifth Test match between England and Australia in Sydney. The host discusses team selections, performance, and the impact of weather interruptions on the game. Key issues such as the lack of specialist spinners in both teams and the over rate problems are highlighted, along with the implications for future matches. Takeaways England...

On this episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, Bill Peters reflects on the recent Test match between Australia and England at the Adelaide Oval. He shares his personal experiences attending the match, discusses the atmosphere created by fans, and analyses the performances of both teams. Key moments, controversies, and player contributions are highlighted, along with thoughts on future matches and...

On today's episode I offer an in-depth preview of the Big Bash League (BBL) 15, analysing each team's strengths, weaknesses, and potential for the season. We discuss the format of the tournament, the kickoff at Optus Stadium, and offer predictions on how each team will perform, highlighting key players and coaching changes. The conversation is filled with insights into the dynamics of T20...

In this episode, Bill Peters provides a detailed analysis of the second Test match between Australia and England, highlighting key performances, turning points, and tactical decisions that shaped the outcome. He discusses the implications of England's approach to batting and the need for re-evaluation, while also reflecting on Australia's dominance and team dynamics. The episode concludes...

On this episode, Bill Peters provides a detailed analysis of the recent Test match between Australia and England, focusing on key performances, tactical decisions, and the implications for both teams moving forward. He highlights Mitchell Starc's exceptional bowling, Travis Head's explosive batting, and the overall dynamics of the match, while also reflecting on the future challenges for E...

On this episode of "Slashing Through the Cordon", Bill provides an in-depth preview of the upcoming 1st Test match between England and Australia. He discusses the predicted lineups for both teams, the strategies they might employ, and the challenges they face. He emphasises the importance of the bowling attack for both sides and shares his predictions for the match and the series outcome...

In this episode, Bill Peters dives into the world of cricket, discussing the latest happenings in the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL) and the Sheffield Shield. He highlights key performances, injury updates, and the implications for team selections ahead of the upcoming test matches. The conversation also touches on the importance of international test matches and the ongoing debate surrounding...

On today's episode of the cricket podcast that features nothing but the rantings of a self-knowledgeable idiot, we take a look at the opening day of the new season of the WBBL, and discuss just where we may be heading over the next 35 days. We also have a quick look at day one of the fourth round of the Sheffield Shield, before heading back to Kiama to discuss the last weekend of the south coa...

In this episode, Bill Peters discusses the recently announced Australian Test squad for the 1st Test of the Ashes series, analysing player selections, surprises, and the implications for the team's performance. He delves into the fast bowling options, batting lineup challenges, and the role of Cameron Green and how it impacts the balance of the team and the playing chances of other members of...

Summary In this episode of 'Slashing Through the Cordon', Bill discusses the highlights of the Women's World Cup Final, the ongoing T20 series between Australia and India, and provides updates on local cricket competitions in New South Wales. He reflects on the performances of various teams and players, including key moments from the matches and insights into the current state of crick...