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The Clubhouse End Podcast

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Ep 69 - Zim-Afghan first ODI washout: Ben Curran and Newman Nyamhuri handed debuts

Larry Kwirirayi and Darlington Matambanadzo chew over the first ODI which was washed, what to expect from debutants Ben Curran and Newman Nyamhuri and more. Produced and edited by Larry Kwirirayi for 3mob Radio. Published by Three Men On a Boat

Dec 18, 202425 min

Ep 68 - Gritty Bennett, Myers shows class and Gwandu has some improvements

Larry Kwirirayi and Darlington Matambanadzo react to Zimbabwe's win over Afghanistan in the first T20I Produced and edited by Larry Kwirirayi for #3mobRadio, published by Three Men on a Boat.

Dec 12, 202427 min

Ep 67 - #ZIMvPAK Review - Why the 57-all-out may have been necessary for this Zimbabwe team

Larry Kwirirayi and Darlington Matambanadzo have a chat at the end of the white-ball series between Zimbabwe and Pakistan, won 2-1 each by the latter. They look at the improvements in the Zim side, what needs to be worked on, and how this loss could be good for Zimbabwe. Produced by Larry Kwirirayi for 3mobRadio and published by Three Men On a Boat

Dec 9, 202417 min

Ep 66: A reason to hope or a one-off as Zimbabwe beat Pakistan - with Darlington Matambanadzo

Larry Kwirirayi and Darlington Matambanadzo chat after Zimbabwe's historic ODI win over Pakistan at Queen's Sports Club. They discuss the good points and what needs to be worked on for Zimbabwe. Produced and edited by Larry Kwirirayi

Nov 25, 202418 min

Ep 65 - Sikandar Series Part 5 - Zimbabwe style of play and life after cricket

In the final episode of the Sikandar Series, Raza shares his thoughts on Zimbabwe’s style of and life after cricket. A powerful wrap-up to the series, this episode is a must-listen for fans eager to see where Raza’s journey leads next! Produced and Presented by Larry Kwirirayi

Nov 13, 202419 min

Ep 64 - Sikandar Series Part 4 - Raza on his Test future

In Part 4 of the Sikandar Series, Sikandar reflects on his own future in Test cricket. With honesty and insight, he discusses his goals, the challenges he faces, and what continuing to play the longest format means to him personally and professionally. Produced and Presented by Larry Kwirirayi

Nov 12, 202413 min

Ep 63 - Sikandar Series Part 3 - Taking responsibility for his actions, leading a young team

In Part 3, Sikandar Raza shares his thoughts on taking ownership of his decisions for better or worse, including touching moments from the Qualifier failures and that big moment at Zim Afro T10 season 2. He also talks guiding young players and supporting teammates. Presented and produced by Larry Kwirirayi

Nov 11, 202422 min

Ep 62 - Sikandar Series Part 2 - Picking National Team Players & the NPL question

In Episode 2 of the Sikandar Series, Sikandar dives into one of Zimbabwean cricket’s biggest questions – how are players chosen for the national team? We discuss the National Premier League's level. and the relationship between him, the head coach and the chief selector. Insightful, thought-provoking, and essential listening for fans of Zimbabwean cricket!

Nov 8, 202415 min

Ep 61 - Sikandar Series Part 1 - Playing for Zimbabwe

In the debut of the Sikandar Series, Raza shares what it truly means for him to represent Zimbabwe and the challenges which come with social media criticism. Join us as he reflects on the pride, challenges, and journey of playing for his country on the global stage. Presented & Produced by Larry Kwirirayi

Nov 7, 202414 min

Ep 60 - Zim Men's National Team: What It Takes To Get In Ahead of a Big International Calendar

In this episode, hosts Larry Kwirirayi, Darlington Matambanadzo, Tinashe Chimbambo and Eli Tamirepi dive into what it will take to get into Zimbabwe’s Men’s National Cricket Team. With a packed international calendar on the horizon, they explore what selectors may be looking for, the intense competition among emerging players, and the skills and dedication needed to make the squad. Join the discussion on what it really takes to earn a spot on the national team and get ready for the exciting season ahead! Produced by Larry Kwirirayi

Oct 31, 202435 min

Ep 59 - What next for the Zimbabwe Women's team with FTP fast approaching?

Larry Kwirirayi is joined by Eli Tamirepi, Darlington Matambanadzo and Tinashe Chimbambo for this episode focused on the Zimbabwe Women. What next for the Zimbabwe Women's team with FTP fast approaching? What is the path for development? Produced by Larry Kwirirayi

Oct 30, 202431 min

Ep 58 - T20 World Cup Qualifier B preview, what Zimbabwe need to do now and forward

Larry Kwirirayi is joined by first class cricketers Darlington Matambanadzo and Tinashe Chimbambo to talk about Zimbabwe's participation at the ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup 2026 sub-regional qualifier B in Kenya. The examine how they got to that lower level and what could be done. They also look at the tactics to be employed there. Produced and edited by Larry Kwirirayi for #3mobRadio. Published by Three Men On a Boat.

Oct 18, 202456 min

Ep 57 - Zimbabwe men's cricket convener explains national team selection policy and process

Ina nan exclusive interview with Larry Kwirirayi, Zimbabwe men's national cricket team convener explains how the selection works. This includes the direction the team is going, why some have been excluded, the NPL as a factor in selection and how much the head coach has a say. All this and more.

Oct 7, 202418 min

Ep 56 - Zimbabwe need to be smarter against India in the T20I series

In this episode, Larry Kwirirayi chats with Eli Tamirepi about the dramatic T20I series between Zimbabwe and India. They look at what went well and what can be improved. Also the debate on whether changes should be made to the team.

Jul 9, 202430 min

Ep 55 - Zimbabwe Women off to T20 CWC Qualifier and the Head Coach Chawaguta speaks

Zimbabwe Women are having a go at qualifying for their first ever world cup. That is the objective of their head coach Walter Chawaguta who spoke exclusively to Larry Kwirirayi on the even of their departure for the UAE to take part in the ICC Women's T20 Cricket World Cup Qualifier Global 2024.

Apr 16, 202411 min

Ep 54 - Dirk Viljoen on Zimbabwe cricket Under-17 week, grassroots and pathway development

Larry Kwirirayi talks to Zimbabwe Cricket General Manager (Cricket Affairs) as he talks about the current Under-17 week, getting more cricket played at lower level, grassroots development, pathways to higher levels. All this and more

Apr 11, 202430 min

Ep 53 - Zimbabwe Men's Under-25 cricket performance at the African Games ft Master Eli

Larry Kwirirayi is joined by Master Eli as they review the Zimbabwe men's under-25 cricket performance at the African Games where they won the Gold Medal. Noted are Elton Chigumbura's coach, Clive Madande's captaincy and the energy the team had among others. In partnership with SkyNash.

Apr 3, 202442 min

Ep 52 - Zimbabwe Women cricket Gold Medal performance at the African Games ft Master Eli

The first of two episodes covering Zimbabwe's cricket performances at the African Games. The first sees Larry Kwirirayi speaking to Master Eli about how the women got to their wins, the team make-up and what this does for the development of the women's game in the country. Thanks to SkyNash for partnering

Apr 2, 202426 min

Ep 51 - Zimbabwe Women cricket coach Walter Chawaguta speaks on Gold Medal win

Zimbabwe Women cricket coach Walter Chawaguta speaks to Larry Kwirirayi after his side's historic Gold Medal win at the African Games on Tuesday.

Mar 14, 20248 min

Ep 50 - ZC chairman Mukuhlani speaks commitment to red-ball cricket, Improved domestic quality

Larry Kwirirayi speaks to Zimbabwe Cricket chairman Hon Tavengwa Mukuhlani on the just ended domestic season, improvement in performance , plans for the year and commitment to red-ball cricket. Brought to you in partnership with Skynash.

Mar 6, 20246 min

Ep 49 - Chat with Durham Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach Sam Clark on how they prepare for a season

Larry Kwirirayi had a quick sit-down with Durham's lead strength and conditioning coach Sam Clark at Harare Sports Club. He shares how they prepare for a season, keeping in shape and what coming to Zimbabwe does for all of that. Episode in partnership with Skynash.

Mar 5, 20249 min

Ep 48 - Zim v SL T20I preview, Building the next Zim player and Richard Ngarava ft Stan and Darlington

Larry Kwirirayi is joined by cricket commentators Stan Chioza and Darlington Matambanadzo. They talk about what has been an issue with Zimbabwe's ODI form which has seen them winless in 8. Also what needs to be done to build the next international cricketer as well as Richard Ngarava's form.

Jan 13, 202435 min

Ep 47 - The Johnathan Campbell interview. Does he feel he is ready?

Johnathan Campbell scored 194 and 139 in a recent first-class match, for a total of 333 runs in the match. Only Andy Flower, in a Test match against South Africa, and Sean Ervine have ever exceeded that figure for any Zimbabwean team in a first-class match. Larry Kwirirayi talks him through it and asks if he is ready for the big time.

Jan 9, 202420 min

Ep 46 - Dave Houghton, What next at ZC and Johnathan Campbell

In the first episode of the year, Larry Kwirirayi does a quick catch-up on Dave Houghton, What ZC can focus on next, the Johnathan Campbell, the current tour of Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe Women's next matches.

Jan 6, 202419 min

Ep 45 - NPL T20 Blast final preview ft Darlington Matambanadzo and TC

Takashinga 2 and Uprising meet in the final of the NPL T20 Blast at Harare Sports Club. Larry Kwirirayi is joined by Darlington Matambanadzo and TC to talk about the season so far and what they expect for the final.

Oct 14, 202313 min

Ep 44 - Interview with Zim Afro T10 chairman Mulk on partnerships to help develop cricket in Zimbabwe

Larry Kwirirayi speaks to Zim Afro T10 chairman Shaji Ul Mulk on the partnership with Zimbabwe Cricket and Lahore Qalandars to unearth new talent in the southern African nation.

Jul 20, 202311 min

EP 43 - Qualifier 2023, future plans, development, preps for more ICC events etc with ZC Chairman Tavengwa Mukhuhlani

Larry Kwirirayi had an exclusive chat with Zimbabwe Cricket Chairman Tavengwa Mukhuhlani after the country successfully hosted the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifier recently. He talked about future plans, development, preps for hosting confirmed ICC events and Sean Williams. All this and more.

Jul 11, 202312 min

Ep 42 - Joylord Gumbie, Sikandar Raza and How to spot talent with Elton Chigumbura

Larry Kwirirayi is joined by former Zimbabwe captain Elton Chigumbura as he talks about Joylord Gumbie (who he coached on a tour of India this year), Sikandar Raza going after his record and how to spot a great talent. All this and more

Jun 27, 202314 min

Ep 41 - Qualifier tournament Director Hamilton Masakadza speaks benefits of hosting, security issues, Zimbabwe chances

ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2023 tournament director Hamilton Masakadza joins Larry Kwirirayi to outline the benefits of hosting, present and legacy, what is being done for more security as the game grows and Zimbabwe's chances of winning.

Jun 23, 202312 min

Ep 40 - ICC Senior TV Director talks Production, Zim benfits & That Cameron Green WTC Final moment

Larry Kwirirayi talks exclusively to the ICC's Senior TV Director Gavin Scovell. He talks about how production works, the benefits to Zimbabwe employment with 40% of crew from the country for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2023, and that Cameron Green moment during World Test Championship Final for which he was the director. All this and more.

Jun 21, 202329 min

Ep 39 - ICC Men's CWC Qualifier Preview as Andrew Leonard backs the Associates especially Nepal

Larry Kwirirayi is joined by commentator and Associate cricket expert Andrew Leonard as they talk about the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2023. He backs Nepal to do well and Associates to spring surprises. All this and more

Jun 17, 202316 min

Ep 38 - Zimbabwe Qualifier squad reaction, surprises and more ft Darlington Matambanadzo

Zimbabwe have announced their squad for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2023 set for 18 June to 9 July 2023. Darlington Matambanadzo joins Larry Kwirirayi to unpack it.

Jun 5, 202322 min

Ep 37 - Probable Zimbabwe 15 with Darlington Matambanadzo

Former first-class cricketer and now commentator Darlington Matambanadzo shares his probable 15 for Zimbabwe's ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifier, and Larry Kwirirayi reacts,

May 30, 20235 min

Ep 36 - Zimbabwe Qualifier preps and chances, Players to watch out for ft Vusi Sibanda

Former Zimbabwe opener Vusi Sibanda joins Larry Kwirirayi to talk about Zimbabwe's Qualifier preps, their chances, the young players he has spotted, what they need to work on, getting the entertainment in cricket and more.

May 29, 202311 min

Ep 35 - Building winning cultures in teams, with Chamu Chibhabha & Darlington Matambanadzo

Larry Kwirirayi is joined by former Zimbabwe captain Chamu Chibhabha and former first-class cricketer Darlington Matambanadzo. They discuss building winning cultures in teams on the back Chamu leading Eagles to T20 Cup and Logan Cup championship last season. All this and more...

May 26, 202318 min

Ep 34 - Reaction to Qualifier draw and Schedule, Gumbie, Ervine tons, dropped catches

Larry Kwirirayi is joined by former first-class cricketer Darlington Matambanadzo to talk abou the Men's Cricket World Cup Qualifier draw and schedule and what it means for Zimbabwe. Also the Joylord Gumbie and Craig Ervine tons against the Pakistan Shaheens, plus the dropped catches.

May 24, 202319 min

Ep 33 - Zimbabwe Select loss lessons, Bowling depth, Injury scares ft Prosper Tsvanhu

Prosper Tsvanhu joins Larry Kwirirayi to discuss Zimbabwe Select's close loss to the Pakistan Shaheens, the worry about bowling, Chatara from and the injury scare to Sean Williams.

May 22, 202315 min

Ep 32 - Chatara, Muzarabani bowling & Burl, Madande runs

Darlington Matambanadzo joins Larry Kwirirayi to talk about the bowling by Tendai Chatara and Blessing Muzarabani, plus the runs in the from Ryan Burl with Clive Madande in the Zimbabwe Select matches against the Pakistan Shaheens

May 21, 202316 min

Ep 31- Ballance replacement, Wellington Masakadza Captaincy, Pre-Qualifiers ft Darlington Matambanadzo

Larry Kwiirirayi is joined by former first class cricketer Darlington Matambanadzo to preview the Zimbabwe Select series against Pakistan Shaheens including the Gary Ballance replacement, Wellington Masakadza captaincy and more

May 16, 202331 min

Ep 30 - Gumbie, Myers, Qualifier build-up, Kelis Ndhlovu, Women development ft Stan Chioza

On this episode of the Clubhouse End Podcast, Larry Kwirirayi is joined by Stan Chioza to discuss Joylord Gumbie's century against Pakistan Shaheens, Dion Myers, Selection, a quick buildup to the Qualifier, Kelis Ndhlovu and Women's cricket development in Zimbabwe.

May 10, 202339 min

Ep 29 - Sikandar Raza IPL debut, Zim national team downtime ft Stan Chioza

Cricket coach and commentator Stan Chioza joins Larry Kwirirayi to discuss Sikandar Raza's debut in the IPL, and what the downtime for the national team will do to help them for this upcoming season.

Apr 2, 20239 min

Ep 28 - Zimbabwe v Netherlands 2nd ODI review ft Darlington Matambanadzo

Darlington Matambanadzo joins Larry Kwirirayi to discuss that last-ball one-run for Zimbabwe over Netherlands in the 2nd ODI, including that Wessly Madhevere hat-trick. All this and more....

Mar 24, 202325 min

Ep 27 - The Good, The Bad, The Ugly from 1st ODI v Netherlands ft Darlington Matambanadzo

Darlington Matambanadzo joins Larry Kwirirayi to talk about what went wrong, as well as the positives from Zimbabwe's loss to the Netherlands in the first ODI at Harare Sports Club.

Mar 22, 202316 min

Ep 26 - Zimbabwe squad options and preparation ahead of Netherlands series ft Stan Chioza

Larry Kwirirayi is joined by cricket coach Stan Chioza, as they look at the options for Zimbabwe as they named a full-strength side for the upcoming ODI series against the Netherlands. They chat about preparation, individual players and much more.

Mar 20, 202327 min

Ep 25 - Thoughts on County tours , Women's domestic cricket w/ Darlington Matambanadzo

On this week's Episode Darlington Matambanadzo joins Larry Kwirirayi to talk about the current tours by county sides, Durham and Glamorgan, as well as the ongoing women's domestic league

Mar 6, 202329 min

Ep 24 - Zimbabwe Domestic T20 review ft Darlington Matambanadzo

On this episode, Larry Kwirirayi is joined by former first class player Darlington Matambanadzo as they talk about the successful Zimbabwe Domestic T20 tournament, won by Eagles.

Feb 27, 202321 min

Ep 23 - #ZIMvWI 1st Test review and 2nd Test Preview ft Prosper Utseya

Larry Kwirirayi is joined by former Zimbabwe international cricket captain Prosper Utseya and Darlington Matambanadzo as they talk about the Zimbabwe v West Indies series, the review of the first match and the second match preview.

Feb 10, 202312 min

Ep 22 - #ZIMvWI Day 4 Review ft Prosper Utseya - Zimbabwe declare, Ballance 100

Larry Kwirirayi is joined by Zimbabwe legendary former skipper Prosper Utseya and Eli Tamirepi after Day 4 of the first Test against West Indies. They talk about the bold declaration and that Ballance 137*.

Feb 7, 20239 min

Ep 21 - #ZIMvWI Day 3 Review - Mavuta fifer, Kaia 50, Chanderpaul 200*

Larry Kwirirayi is joined by Darlington Matambanadzo and Eli Tamirepi.

Feb 6, 202311 min

Ep 20 - #ZIMvWI Day 2 Review. Where does the Test go?

Larry Kwirirayi is joined by Darlington Matambanadzo and Eli Tamirepi.

Feb 6, 202316 min