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Cricket Collective - Sam Curran previews Sri Lanka v England; Daryl Mitchell reflects on New Zealand's Historic win in India & Signings in The Hundred!

Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look ahead to England's white-ball tour of Sri Lanka, with every ball live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. They are also joined by the England all-rounder Sam Curran to look ahead to the tour, and discuss becoming the new captain of MI London in The Hundred. As well as that, New Zealand all-rounder Daryl Mitchell reflects on India's historic ODI series win in India and looks ahead to the start of the T20 World Cup. Plus they round up the week's other big stories, and bring you The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 20, 202654 min

Cricket Collective - Do England's World Cup hopes hinge on Archer, Sri Lanka v England Preview & Has Franchise Cricket HELPED Test Cricket?!

Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to round up the week's biggest stories. They look ahead to talkSPORT 2's live and exclusive coverage of England's tour of Sri Lanka, and debate if Jofra Archer holds the key in whether England go far in the T20 World Cup. The Island's Cricket Writer Rex Clementine gives them the lowdown on Sri Lanka and their preparations for the series. They discuss Eoin Morgan's comments about franchise Cricket, and if it has actually saved the longest format of the game. Plus, they round up the week's biggest stories, and bring you The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 14, 202648 min

Cricket Collective - How do England Rebuild After The Ashes; Liam Livingstone Exclusive & Bangladesh WON'T travel to India!

Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss how England move forward after a 4-1 series defeat to Australia in the Ashes. They debate if the ECB need to make changes with the management staff, and hear from the England captain Ben Stokes. The former England all-rounder Liam Livingstone joins the show to reflect on being signed for the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL, winning the title last year with Royal Challengers Bangalore, and what the future holds after losing his ECB central contract. The Sussex Head Coach Paul Farbrace reacts to reports that the ECB are exploring banning Australian players from playing in the County Championship ahead of the 2027 Ashes, and ESPNCricinfo's Mohammad Isam discusses the ongoing saga between Bangladesh and India ahead of the T20 World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 9, 20261h 15m

Following On: Ashes Inquest - Fifth Test - What Now For England After ANOTHER Ashes Defeat?!

Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at the 5th Ashes Test between Australia and England, as Australia secure a 5-wicket win to seal a 4-1 series win. They hear from England Head Coach Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes, and also debate how this team moves forward after another Ashes defeat down under. Plus, they get the thoughts of CODE Sports' Robert 'Crash' Craddock on where next for Australia, with big series in India and England to come in the next 2 years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 8, 202652 min

Following On: Ashes Inquest - Fifth Test; Day Four - Bethell's Maiden Test Century & Do We Expect Too Much From Harry Brook?

Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at Day 4 of the 5th Ashes Test in Sydney, with England closing on 302-8, a lead of 119 runs. They discuss Jacob Bethell's maiden Test century and debate what he can go on to achieve after reaching three figures in first-class Cricket for the very first time. Plus, they hear from him, and discuss if we are expecting too much from Harry Brook after another start for the England batter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 7, 202628 min

Following On: Ashes Inquest - Fifth Test; Day Three - England Toil On Another Frustrating Day For The Bowlers!

Sam Ellard is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at Day 3 of the 5th Ashes Test in Sydney, with Australia closing on 518-7, a lead of 134 runs. They discuss another disappointing performance by England's bowlers, why they are struggling to be effective on these surfaces, and they hear from the England all-rounder Jacob Bethell. Plus, they discuss if Travis Head is the best batter in the world right now, and reflect on yet another Ashes century for Australia captain Steve Smith. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 6, 202627 min

Following On: Ashes Inquest - Fifth Test; Day Two - Root's Century; Smith's Dismissal & Why Can't England Bowl To A Plan?!

Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at Day Two of the 5th Ashes Test between Australia and England in Sydney, with Australia closing on 166-2, trailing by 218 runs. They discuss another Test century for Joe Root as his 41st Test ton helped England to a competitive total, and they debate if he can carry on until the next away Ashes in 2029/30. They also reflect on Jamie Smith's dismissal and what that means for his place in the side, and they discuss why England's bowlers have been so ineffective on this tour. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 5, 202628 min

Following On: Ashes Inquest - Fifth Test; Day One - Brook & Root Star On Rain-Affected First Day In Sydney

Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at Day One of the 5th Ashes Test in Sydney, with England closing on 211-3 after a rain-affected first day at the SCG. They discuss England's position in the Test Match, where Zak Crawley has done enough in this series to stay as England's opener going forwards, and they debate if Brendon McCullum should look to bring in coaches from the outside as he looks to rebuild after this series defeat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 4, 202626 min

Cricket Collective - What Now For England After MCG Test Win & A Tribute To Hugh Morris

Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's 4-wicket victory in the 4th Ashes Test in Melbourne. They discuss what next for the Stokes-McCullum regime after securing England's first Test win in Australia in 15 years. They debate if wholesale changes should be made after this tour, or if the current regime just needs refinement instead. CODE Sports' Ben Horne discusses the financial impact for Cricket Australia after the second two-day Test in the series, and discusses some of the selection headaches for Australia ahead of the final Test. Plus the former Glamorgan batter & coach Matt Maynard pays tribute to the former Glamorgan batter & ECB Chief Executive Hugh Morris, who passed away this week. And they'll round up the week's other big stories, and bring you The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 30, 202547 min

Following On: Ashes Inquest - Fourth Test - England End Long Year Wait For An Ashes Win In Australia!

Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at the fourth Test between Australia and England at the MCG, as England end their 15-year wait for an away Ashes victory, with a 4-wicket win inside two days at Melbourne. They discuss whether the pitch was good enough to host Test Match Cricket, reflect on what a win will do for this England side, and they hear from the England captain Ben Stokes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 27, 202531 min

Following On: Ashes Inquest - Fourth Test; Day One - 20 Wickets Fall On Manic Day In Melbourne!

Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at Day 1 of the 4th Ashes Test between Australia and England in Melbourne, with Australia closing on 4-0, a lead of 46 runs. They react to an entertaining's day Cricket at a record crowd at the MCG, as England are dismissed for just 110 after earlier bowling Australia out for 152. They hear from England bowler Josh Tongue after his five-wicket haul, plus they get the thoughts of The Athletics' Cricket Writer Cameron Ponsonby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 26, 202547 min

How to Win The Ashes with Darren Gough - Learning from the Oppo

Well England have fallen at the first three hurdles and are 3-0 down with two Tests to go. So maybe this podcast can be filed away and listened to in four years time. Except that Goughie speaks to former South Africa coach Mickey Arthur who talks about why losing in Australia helped them get into a position to win. Former South African fast bowler Dale Steyn explains why every player needs to play their part to achieve success and Editor of the Wisden Almanack and Daily Mail cricket writer Lawrence Booth, speaking before a ball had been bowled, is scarily accurate about what he thought might end up happening.Either way listen and enjoy as Goughie tries to find out what England can learn from opposing teams who've gone to Australia and been successful.For more cricket content head over to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel and hit subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 24, 202522 min

Cricket Collective - How do England move forward after Ashes humiliation & Is McCullum under pressure?!

Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's 82-run defeat to Australia in the third Ashes Test in Adelaide, as they officially lose the 2025/26 Ashes series. They hear from both England captain Ben Stokes & Australia captain Pat Cummins, and ask if Brendon McCullum's position as England Head Coach is under threat. Cricbuzz's Cricket Writer Bharat Sundaresan joins the show to reflect on Australia's victory, and give an outside view on where it's gone wrong for England. Sport Nation commentator Daniel McHardy discusses Brendon McCullum's future, and how people in New Zealand are viewing the 'Bazball' project, plus they discuss the IPL Auction, discuss India's squad for the T20 World Cup and bring you The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 22, 202553 min

Following On: Ashes Inquest - Third Test; Day Five - England Lose The Ashes Inside 11 Days!

Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's 82-run defeat to Australia in the third Ashes Test in Adelaide, with Australia retaining the Ashes following an unassailable 3-0 series lead. They examine where it went wrong for England in this series, and hear from both the Head Coach Brendon McCullum and the captain Ben Stokes. As well as this, CODE Sports' Daniel Cherny discusses the Australian view to this Test, as Nathan Lyon is ruled out of the series, and he debates what changes the Australia side will make for the 4th Test in Melbourne on Boxing Day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 21, 202552 min

Following On: Ashes Inquest - Third Test; Day Four - England on the verge of losing the Ashes!

Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at Day 4 of the third Ashes Test in Adelaide, with England closing on 207-6, still needing a further 228 runs for victory. They discuss a much-needed return to form for Zak Crawley at the top of the order, Harry Brook's dismissal, and they discuss what direction to the England Test side should go in after an imminent series defeat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 20, 202546 min

Following On: Ashes Inquest - Third Test; Day Three - Head's Ton Puts England On The Brink of Ashes Defeat!

Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at Day 3 of the third Ashes Test between Australia and England in Adelaide, with Australia closing on 271-4, a lead of 356 runs. They look back at another defeat day for England's bowlers, discuss the decision for Ben Stokes not to bowl himself in this innings, and ask what total would be too much for England to chase down. Plus, they are joined live from the Adelaide Oval by Cameron Ponsonby, and they hear the thoughts of veteran Cricket writer Malcolm Conn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 19, 202554 min

Following On: Ashes Inquest - Third Test; Day Two - Was This The Day 'Bazball' Is Finished?!

Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at Day 2 of the third Ashes Test in Adelaide, as England finish on 213-8, still trailing by 158 runs. They discuss why England continue to struggle with the bat despite the batting friendly conditions, debate if Ollie Pope has played his final Test for England, and they ask if this England team are simply not good enough to compete against Australia. As well as this, CODE Sports' Robert 'Crash' Craddock joins the show to give the Australian view of proceedings, as they strengthen their grip on this Ashes series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 18, 202550 min

Following On: Ashes Inquest - Third Test; Day One - Carey's Century Leaves Test In The Balance!

Jon Norman is joined by double Ashes winner Steve Harmison to look back at Day One of the third Ashes Test between Australia and England in Adelaide, with Australia closing on 326-8. They reflect on Alex Carey's century, discuss some of the Australian batters' shot selection, and debate if Ben Stokes should have took the new ball alongside Jofra Archer. As well as this, they are joined by the former Australia spinner Brad Hogg to get his thoughts on the day's play.You can watch plenty more reaction to this Ashes series over on the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 17, 202549 min

How to Win The Ashes with Darren Gough - Batters

In Episode Seven of How to Win the Ashes, Darren Gough is joined by former Australia captain Michael Clarke, former England fast bowler Steve Harmison and broadcaster Jarrod Kimber to talk about the art of batting.For more Ashes content head over to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 16, 202524 min

Cricket Collective - Tongue In For Must-Win Test & Has Mark Wood Played His Final England Test?!

Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look ahead to this week's third Ashes Test between Australia and England in Adelaide. They discuss the team news for the game, as Josh Tongue replaces Gus Atkinson for England's only change, as first-choice spinner Shoaib Bashir is again overlooked. They also reflect on Mark Wood's latest injury setback, and debate if that is the last we will see of him in Test Cricket. CODE Sports' Cricket Writer Ben Horne discusses some of the Australian selection dilemmas ahead of this Test. Plus, they look at some big money moves for England players in The Hundred, round up the week's other big stories, and bring you The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 15, 202553 min

Darren Gough's Ashes - McCullum Backs Batters As England Prepare For Must-Win Ashes Test!

Jon Norman is joined by the former England bowler Darren Gough to look ahead to the third Ashes Test between Australia and England, which starts in Adelaide on Tuesday night in the UK. They hear from Brendon McCullum, who has backed his Top 7 to come good and discuss any possible changes they'll make to the bowling attack for this week's Test. Double Ashes winner Steve Harmison discusses what next for Mark Wood's career after he picked up yet another injury to rule him out of the entire series. Australian Cricket Writer Bharat Sundaresan discusses the big stories out of the Australia camp ahead of this series, and debates if Usman Khawaja will come back into the side. Plus, they get the latest from talkSPORT's man in Adelaide, Cameron Ponsonby, and they discuss reasons to be optimistic as an England fan ahead of the third Test. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 15, 20251h 17m

How to Win The Ashes with Darren Gough - When The Wheels Fall Off

With England's Ashes going much the same way as they normally do in Australia, Darren Gough is joined by Steve Harmison and Jarrod Kimber to talk about what cricket teams do when the wheels start falling off.......For more Ashes content head over to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel.Thanks for listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 11, 202523 min

Cricket Collective - Is 'Bazball' At A Crossroads After Another Heavy Ashes Defeat?!

Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's 8-wicket defeat to Australia in the second Ashes Test in Perth. They discuss if Bazball is at a crossroads after England went 2-0 down, hear from England captain Ben Stokes, and debate what changes they need to make to the XI ahead of next week's third Test in Adelaide. Australian Cricket Writer Jarrod Kimber discusses the Australian view from that second Test win, and looks at if Pat Cummins, Usman Khawaja and Nathan Lyon should all come back for the game in Adelaide. The new Hampshire Head Coach Russell Domingo joins the show after signing a two-year deal to take charge of the county, and as always, they round up the week's other big stories, and bring you The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 9, 202549 min

Following On: Ashes Inquest - Second Test Review - What Next For England After Going 2-0 Down?!

Jon Norman is joined by double Ashes winner Steve Harmison to look back at England's 8-wicket defeat to Australia in the 2nd Ashes Test in Brisbane. They reflect on England's tactics with the bat in the first session, and discuss if it was too little too late. Plus they discuss where next for England after going 2-0 down in the series, debate if they'll make any squad changes ahead of the 3rd Test in Adelaide, and they hear from the England captain Ben Stokes.For more content around the Ashes, you can subscribe to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 7, 202544 min

Following On: Ashes Inquest - Second Test - Day Three - Have England Lost The Ashes Inside 5 Days?!

Jon Norman is joined by double Ashes winner Steve Harmison to look back at Day 3 of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane, with England closing on 134-6, still trailing by a further 43 runs. They examine why England continue to struggle in Australian conditions, discuss why England are battling to save the Ashes after just 5 days of Cricket, and they praise Mitchell Starc after another good showing from the Australia left-armer. You can keep up-to-date with all the Ashes build up on the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 6, 202524 min

Following On: Ashes Inquest - Second Test; Day Two - Has England's Lack of Preparation Cost Them?!

Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at Day 2 of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane, with Australia closing on 378-6, a lead of 44 runs. They debate if England's lack of preparation cost them, discuss how important it is for England's bowlers to have a rest after they bowl Australia out, and look ahead to what will happen on Day 3. Don't forget, you can keep up-to-date with all the action from the Ashes on the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 5, 202521 min

Following On: Ashes Inquest - Second Test; Day One - Root Breaks Duck In Australia As England Edge First Day!

Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at Day 1 of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane, with England are closing on 325-9. They debate if it was England's day, reflect on Joe Root breaking his duck of scoring a Test century in Australia, and they praise Mitchell Starc after he became the most successful left-arm seamer in Test Cricket.You can keep up-to-date with all the Ashes content on the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 4, 202528 min

How to Win The Ashes with Darren Gough - Fast Bowlers

Former England pacer Darren Gough continues his quest to find out what it takes to win an overseas Ashes.  In this episode he looks at his specialist subject. Bowling fast.Guests include former speedsters Dale Steyn and Damien Fleming as well as two batters who had to pad up and face some of the fastest bowlers in the game, Matt Prior and Michael Clarke. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 3, 202540 min

Cricket Collective - England Aim To Level The Series In Pink Ball Test!

Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look ahead to the second Ashes Test, which gets underway in Brisbane on Thursday morning. They hear from England captain Ben Stokes, and debate what the make up of the side will be with the absence of Mark Wood. CODE Sports' Cricket Writer Daniel Cherny discusses the latest from the Australian camp, as the debate over who should open the batting rolls on. The Kent Head Coach Adam Hollioake joins the show to discuss his first season in charge of the county and his experience working with the England Lions on this current tour of Australia. Plus, they hear from the former South Africa fast bowler Dale Steyn, and they bring you The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 2, 202556 min

Darren Gough's Ashes - Second Ashes Test Preview!

talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Darren Gough to look ahead to the start of the second Test between Australia and England in Brisbane, with England looking to level the series. They discuss how big a difference a pink ball Test is compared to a red ball, debate if an Ashes series needs a pink ball Test, and they hear from both Ben Stokes and Joe Root. As well as this, they're joined by the former Australia bowler Damien Fleming and the Brisbane Courier Mail's Robert 'Crash' Craddock gives us the lowdown on what to expect from conditions at the Gabba. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 1, 20251h 19m

Bumble & Kimber - What do England need to do to win at the Gabba?

Taken from their talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel David 'Bumble' Lloyd and Jarrod Kimber are ask how England can win the pink ball Test at the Gabba?For more Ashes content head over to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 30, 202527 min

Bumble & Kimber - Are India in crisis or transition?

Taken from their talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel David 'Bumble' Lloyd and Jarrod Kimber are asked whether India's recent problems signify a crisis or transtion?For more cricket content head over to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 29, 202512 min

Bumble & Kimber - Why do England never know when they've won?

Taken from their talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel David 'Bumble' Lloyd and Jarrod Kimber ask why England always seem to fall over their feet when the winning line is in sight.For more Ashes content head over to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 28, 202513 min

How to Win The Ashes with Darren Gough - Pressure

Former England fast bowler Darren Gough continues his quest to find out what it takes to win an overseas Ashes.  In this episode he looks at how players manage to perform despite the pressure that the Ashes bring. Guests include former England bowlers Steve Harmison & Steven Finn as well as one of the founders of the Barmy Arm, Paul Burnham. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 27, 202542 min

Cricket Collective - How do England BOUNCE BACK from DAMNING defeat & the Australian view on 'Bazball'

Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at the first Ashes Test in Perth, as England go 1-0 down in the series with an eight-wicket defeat. They hear from captain Ben Stokes, and Australian Cricket Writer Malcolm Conn explains why England's approach doesn't work in Australia. CODE Sports' Cricket Writer Robert Craddock discusses the news out of the Australia camp, as he gives us an update on Pat Cummins' fitness, and asks if Usman Khawaja has played his final Test Match. Plus, they look at a defeat for the England Lions, and ask what's going wrong for India in Test Cricket after another series defeat on home soil. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 26, 202551 min

Head Before Wicket - Exclusive investigation

In a special documentary hosted by talkSPORT's Will Hobbs, Amanda Thorpe, Michael Vaughan, Graeme Swann, Steve Harmison, Marcus Trescothick and others speak to talkSPORT about the mental torment England cricketers can experience and how the sport needs to respond. Anyone affected by issues raised in this programme can contact trained professionals at Samaritans. Call 116 123 or visit samaritans.orgAudio commentary credit: Sky Sports, Channel 4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 25, 202541 min

Following On: Ashes Inquest - First Test; Day Two - Is This One Of England's WORST EVER Ashes Defeats?

Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at the first Ashes Test in Perth, as Australia chase down 205 to thrash England by 8 wickets to go 1-0 up in the series. They discuss where it went wrong for England, why they never seem to learn from their mistakes, and praise a magnificent century from Travis Head. They also hear from both captains, and look ahead to next week's second Test in Brisbane. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 22, 202534 min

Following On: Ashes Inquest - First Test; Day One - 19 Wickets Fall On Thrilling Day In Perth!

Jon Norman is joined by Double Ashes winner Steve Harmison to look back on Day 1 of the first Ashes Test in Perth, with Australia closing on 123-9 in reply to England's 172 all out. They discuss which bowling attack performed better, debate if they've ever seen a better day of Ashes Cricket & they discuss if Australia need to make changes ahead of the second Test Match.For more Ashes content, you can subscribe to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 21, 202527 min

How to Win The Ashes with Darren Gough - Captaincy

Former England fast bowler Darren Gough continues his quest to find out what it takes to win an overseas Ashes series. In this episode he looks at the importance of captaincy with a star studded line up of guests including former Australia captain Michael Clarke, three time Ashes winner Matt Prior and stars of the 2005 Ashes, Steve Harmison & Freddie Flintoff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 20, 202555 min

Cricket Collective - England's Best Chance To Win The Ashes & South Africa's HISTORIC Win In India

Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. They discuss England's warm-up game for the Ashes & what they've learnt from the match at Lilac Hill. CODE Sports' Chief Cricket Writer Ben Horne reflects on the huge injury news out of Ashes, with Josh Hazlewood set to miss the first Ashes Test. South Africa spinner Simon Harmer joins the show to reflect on their historic 30-run win against India, whilst ESPNCricinfo's Sidharth Monga dissects another Test defeat at home to Gambhir's side. Plus, they round up the week's biggest stories, and bring you The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 18, 202559 min

The Ashes Preview to end all Ashes Previews

talkSPORT Cricket Editor Jon Norman speaks with David 'Bumble' Lloyd and Jarrod Kimber about the upcoming Ashes with a full series preview.They discuss their first and favourite Ashes memories, favourite Australian grounds, talk about who will be the leading run scorer and wicket taker and bring it all together for the finest Ashes preview EVER.For more Ashes content head over to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 17, 20251h 30m

Following On India - South Africa STUN India For One Of Their Greatest Test Wins!

Neil Manthorp is joined by Indian Cricket Writer and Broadcaster Chetan Narula to look back at South Africa's 30-run victory over India in the first Test in Kolkata. They discuss a tremendous performance with the ball by the Proteas, who dismissed India for just 93 in their second innings, praise the performance of the South Africa captain Temba Bavuma, and they discuss why India continue to produce spin-friendly surfaces against high quality opposition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 17, 202526 min

How to Win The Ashes with Darren Gough - Spinners

Former England fast bowler Darren Gough talks to some of the biggest names in cricket to find out how Ben Stokes and England can do what Goughie failed to do on four separate occasions and that is win The Ashes.  In the second episode he speaks to Australian World Cup winning spinner Brad Hogg, Australian cricket broadcaster Jarrod Kimber and hears from former England spinner Phil Tufnell about how big a part spin will play in The Ashes.Head over to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel for more Ashes content Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 16, 202535 min

Following On India - Dodgy pitch or dodgy batting?

talkSPORT's Neil Manthorp and Chetan Narula look back at another fast forward day of cricket on day two of the 1st Test in Kolkata. India and South Africa shared 16 wickets on a day dominated by spin. But is it a bad Kolkata pitch? What did you think of India's first innings and Simon Harmer's bowling? Did South Africa get their tactics wrong in second innings? And is there any way back for the World Test Champions?For more cricket content head to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 15, 202527 min

Following On India - South Africa fall flat in India

talkSPORT's Neil Manthorp and Chetan Narula look back at day one of the 1st Test between India and World Test Champions South Africa at Eden Gardens.In today's show they talk about the anticlimax after all the build-up, a blameless pitch, India's new number three, beautiful bowling, bad batting and plenty more.For more cricket content head over to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel and hit subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 14, 202524 min

How to Win The Ashes with Darren Gough - The Aussie Media

Former England fast bowler Darren Gough talks to some of the biggest names in cricket to find out how Ben Stokes and England can do what Goughie failed to do on four separate occasions and that is win The Ashes.  In the first episode he speaks to Ashes winning wicket keeper Matt Prior, Wisden Almanack Editor Lawrence Booth, veteran Aussie journo Robert 'Crash' Craddock and Australian cricket broadcaster Jarrod Kimber about how the first battle the English players will need to win is against The Aussie Media.Head over to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel for more Ashes content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 13, 202547 min

Cricket Collective - Australia Name Ashes Squad & Is One Game Enough Preparation For England?!

Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look ahead to the start of the Ashes. Code Sports' Chief Cricket Writer Daniel Cherny joins us to discuss Australia's squad named for that first Test in Perth, with Jake Weatherald preferred to Sam Konstas. They'll discuss the make up of Australia's XI for that Test, discuss the future of Test Cricket in Australia, and hear from National Selector George Bailey. They also debate if one warm-up game against the England Lions is sufficient preparation for England ahead of a series like the Ashes, and they get the thoughts of the former England bowler Darren Gough. England's Elite Bowling Coach Neil Killeen joins the show to discuss a busy winter for the England Lions, and give his thoughts on the bowling unit selected for England's Ashes series. Plus, they'll discuss the latest developments in The Hundred, preview India's two-Test series with South Africa, and bring you The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 11, 20251h 3m

What International retirement hurt cricket the most?

Taken from the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel former England fast bowler Steve Harmison, cricket broadcaster Jarrod Kimber and talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman discuss 'which International retirement hurt cricket the most?'For more content like this head over to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel and hit subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 7, 202517 min

Has the wobble ball ruined cricket?

Taken from the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel former England fast bowler Steve Harmison, cricket broadcaster Jarrod Kimber and talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman answer whether the wobble ball has ruined cricket.For more content like this head over to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel and hit subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 6, 202515 min

Cricket Collective - England's Central Contracts; India's World Cup Win & Michael Vaughan PREVIEWS The Ashes

Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's big stories. They react to the latest England Central Contracts announced by the ECB, as Sam Curran earns a new two-year deal, whilst Zak Crawley, Shoaib Bashir and Ollie Pope are all given one-year deals. The former England captain Michael Vaughan joins the show to preview the Ashes, and he explains how England can win over the Australian public this winter. The Hindustan Times' Cricket Writer Sharda Ugra looks back at a historic Women's World Cup victory for India and the significance of that result. Plus, they discuss England's struggles in ODI Cricket, and debate if missing out on automatic qualification for the 2027 World Cup is a genuine possibility. And as always, they end the show with The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 4, 20251h 0m