The Cricket Podcast

This episode of The Cricket Podcast dissects the absolute nightmare that was Ashes Day 3 in Sydney for England. Steve Smith and Travis Head put on a masterclass, but the real story is England's "AWFUL" performance and total collapse. We’re delivering an unfiltered, brutal analysis of the bowling, the baffling tactics, and the strategic failures that have left England chasing a miracle. If you want...

Joe Root’s masterclass century headlined day two of the Ashes Sydney Test, steering England to a competitive first-innings total of 384 all out. The former England captain showcased exceptional composure and skill, converting his overnight score into a stellar 160 runs—his second ton of the series—earning a well-deserved standing ovation at the SCG. However, England’s strong position was quickly u...

Join Jack Hope, Max Rowe-Brown, and Ross Legg as they dissect every moment from the first day of the Fifth Test in Sydney. Ben Stokes won the toss and chose to bat, but did England make the right call. The answer looks like "yes" early, as Harry Brook and Joe Root piled on the runs in Sydeny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join us as we dissect England's victory in Melbourne, covering everything from their early injuries and drops, through to their excellent bowling performance, and finally their clinical chase to seal victory. This episode dives straight into the core of England's struggles, examining the clinical performance by Australia and the overwhelming atmosphere at the MCG. The hosts provide quick, sharp in...

Tune in for our immediate reaction to the unprecedented chaos on Day 1 of the fourth Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)! Twenty wickets tumbled in a single day of Test cricket for the first time since 1950, as both Australia and England were skittled on a lively, green-top pitch. Join our expert panel as we dissect the sensational bowling performances, the batting collapses, and the...

With a short gap between test matches, we find some time to look back at last weeks IPL auction! Cam Green made the big bucks from his move to KKR, but there are plenty other moves to discuss and a fair few surprises. In part 2 we return to the Ashes to dissect the video of Ben Duckett being catastrophically drunk in Noosa. What do we make of his behaviour? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

The Urn stays Down Under. In this episode of The Cricket Podcast, we break down Australia’s ruthless 3-0 series clinch in record time. From the relentless pace of Pat Cummins to England’s "Bazball" hitting a brick wall on Australian decks, we analyze how the 2025-26 Ashes were won and lost in just 11 days of play. We’re diving into the tactical failures, the Adelaide Oval collapse, and why Mitchel...

It was a grim day for England in the second Ashes Test match at Adelaide Oval. Join The Cricket Podcast team as we dissect a disastrous Day 4 performance that saw the tourists "limp" to stumps, teetering on the brink of an insurmountable 0-2 series deficit. We break down the Australian bowlers' clinical execution, England's recurring batting frailties under lights with the pink ball, and analyze e...

Travis Head delivers a local legend’s masterclass at the Adelaide Oval as Australia takes a stranglehold on the 2025 Ashes. After a brief morning fightback from Ben Stokes and Jofra Archer, Head’s dominant unbeaten century—supported by a gritty Alex Carey—pushed the Australian lead beyond 350 runs, leaving England staring at a 3-0 series deficit and the loss of the urn. In this episode of The Cric...

In this recap of the 2025 Ashes Third Test Day 2, we dissect the catastrophic England batting collapse that has left their hopes hanging by a thread. We analyze how Pat Cummins dismantled a meek England side under the Adelaide lights, questioning if the Bazball era has finally met its match. For fans seeking the latest England vs Australia highlights, we break down every pivotal wicket and tactica...

After a back and forth day where both teams seem determined to be terrible at various points, Australia ended the day on 326/8 and the test in the balance. Ross and Max take you through the days action! Chippy was unavailable for this one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get ready for a massive week in the world of cricket! In this episode, we dive deep into the upcoming 3rd Ashes Test at the Adelaide Oval, exploring the crucial matchups and who needs to step up to keep the series alive. With Australia currently leading the Ashes 2025/26 series, the pressure is mounting on England's key players. Our experts break down the pitch conditions, team changes, and provid...

England stare down a 2-0 deficit against Australia after a crushing defeat in the second Ashes Test at the Gabba. This episode of our podcast dives deep into the heart of the crisis in England cricket. We provide essential Ashes analysis, unpacking Ben Stokes’ post-match comments and questioning the team's mental fortitude in Australian conditions. Join our panel as we pinpoint where England went...

England suffered a dramatic Ashes collapse today, as Australia secured an emphatic eight-wicket win at the Gabba to go 2-0 up in the series. Join us as we dissect the stunning day four defeat, the batting woes, and what this humiliation means for England's hopes down under. We explore the urgent questions facing Stokes and McCullum after another poor performance. In this episode, we tackle the fal...

England is in serious trouble on Day 3 of the 2025 Ashes second Test in Brisbane, and the feeling of a looming "disaster" is real. Australia's lower order, led by Mitchell Starc, piled on the runs to build a massive first-innings lead, capitalising on a sloppy English fielding display (five dropped catches on day two alone!). In their second innings, England's openers started brightly but lost Ben...

Australia dominate Day 2 of the 2nd Ashes Test! In this episode of The Cricket Podcast, join Jack Hope, Ross Legg, and Max Rowe-Brown as they break down England's crushing day at the office and Australia's massive lead. The hosts analyze all the key moments from the Brisbane Test, strategic blunders, "Bazball" reactions, and whether England can bounce back or if the Ashes are already over. Don't m...

Immediate reactions and expert analysis of a fiery first day in Brisbane. Mitchell Starc tore through the England top order, but Joe Root fights back with crucial runs. Who’s on top? Tune in now for Ashes analysis, cricket news, and key takeaways from the 2nd Test. #Ashes #EnglandCricket #AustraliaCricket #JoeRoot #MitchellStarc Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://...

England faces critical questions following their initial loss. The debate surrounding all-rounder Will Jacks dominates selection discussions, forcing the side to re-evaluate their current strategy and balance. Jack and Ross get into the details and make their calls, As the series shifts to the second Test, the pressure intensifies. Australia holds the advantage, while England seeks a rapid course...

In this episode, Jack, Matt, and Chippy dissect England's latest calamitous performance. Is it time for Bazball 2.0 or is this just another 'moral victory' for the Poms? The lads go deep on what it's really going to take for the Three Lions to recover some semblance of dignity, and perhaps even win a game of cricket abroad. It's a bumpy road ahead, and we're here for the ride. Then, we turn our at...

On today's show, the boys take a microscope to the IPL retention deadline. Join us as we go through all ten franchises, picking apart the big releases, the surprising trades, and the questionable logic behind some of the decisions. From the franchises who nailed it to those who, let's be honest, will be left scrambling at the mini-auction, we've got you covered with all the analysis you've come to...

Travis Head crushed England's hopes on day 2 of the first Test of the 2025 Ashes. England woke up as favourites to win in Perth, however another batting collapse, another top performance from Mitchell Starc and another away Ashes debacle ensued. What do we make of Travis Head? Can England come back from this? Should we start following another sport? Check out Paul's Substack here: https://pauldenn...

The 2025 Ashes is underway in Perth. England travelled to Australia full of confidence and everyone has been predicting a close battle between Stokes and co and the depleted Aussies. Day 1 of the first Test match was bananas. First England were skittled for 172, with Harry Brook the only bright note. But then in response Australia folded. Ben Stokes was rampant and Jofra Archer was unplayable. It...

The Ashes are here, and so are we with our definitive predictions. This isn't just a friendly chat; we're putting our reputations on the line. We've gathered the crew to discuss who will lift the Urn and why this series might just redefine Test cricket. Expect passionate arguments, obscure historical references, and perhaps a touch of bias as we weigh the strengths and weaknesses of both the Engli...

As the Ashes loom, The Cricket Podcast dissects the recently announced England squad and debates their chances of success down under. The boys dive into the controversial selections, including the shock inclusion of Will Jacks and the return of Harry Brook as vice-captain, and speculate on how the "Bazball" approach will fare against Australia's formidable bowling attack. Join us for a detailed pl...

The Ashes is almost here, and that can only mean one thing: it is time to dissect the Australian squad! In this episode, Jack Hope, Max Rowe-Brown, and Ross Legg dive deep into the chosen players for the upcoming series, breaking down the selections, potential omissions, and key strengths. Will the batting line-up hold up against the English attack? Is the bowling contingent as fearsome as recent...