Close of Play Podcast

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

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...