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S4 Ep 1Ultimate Test series preview; summer of Smudge?

29/11/22 - Brenton Cherry, Jacob Polychronis and Ben Waterworth preview the Australia v West Indies Test series, plus pick apart the big cricket issues in Fair or Farce and answer your questions in the Mailbag, in the latest edition of the Follow-On Podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 29, 202223 min

S3 Ep 19Shane Warne: A tribute to the King

Robert Craddock and Tom Morris remember colleague, friend and Australian icon Shane Warne, who passed away in Thailand. He was 52. In this podcast, Craddock recalls several of his favourite Warne stories, from Anna Kournikova asking to meet the leg-spinner, to his obsession with baked beans and much more. Rest in Peace Warne: 1969-2022. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 4, 202221 min

S3 Ep 18Brett Lee: Pakistan v Australia preview

Brett Lee joins Tom Morris to preview the upcoming Test series between Pakistan and Australia. This podcast was brought to you by Toyota - Oh What A Feeling. www.toyota.com.au/goodforcricketraffleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 3, 202223 min

S3 Ep 17Matthew Mott: Women's ODI World Cup preview

Australian women's coach Matthew Mott catches up with Tom Morris ahead of the ODI World Cup in New Zealand. They talk tournament play, Australia's best XI, preparing to right the wrongs of 2017, prize money, Alyssa Healy, and more! This podcast was brought to you by Toyota, Oh What a Feeling.  www.toyota.com.au/goodforcricketraffleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 23, 202221 min

S3 Ep 16Michael Vaughan: Cummins' secret conversation, what's next for Broad & Anderson?

Michael Vaughan and Tom Morris cover an array of juicy topics on the latest Follow-On podcast, including: Justin Langer's departure England's next coach The private conversation between Aussie players that wasn't so secret The future of Stuart Broad and James Anderson IPL auction Why the ICC messed up the upcoming ODI Women's World Cup + Much more! As always, this podcast was brought to you by Toyota, Oh What a Feeling.  Head to www.toyota.com.au/goodforcricketraffleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 14, 202243 min

S3 Ep 15Shane Warne: 'What is Cricket Australia doing!?'

A fired up Shane Warne chats to Tom Morris about the Justin Langer saga, player power in modern day cricket, what we don't know about the Sandpaper saga, how to fix the BBL, plus his preferred XI for the first Test in Pakistan. And more! Brought to you by Toyota, Oh What A Feeling. www.toyota.com.au/goodforcricketraffleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 7, 202238 min

S3 Ep 14Justin Langer: The truth about his heated meeting with CA

Robert Craddock and Tom Morris unite for a special podcast to discuss the Justin Langer saga, where it's at and how it will play out from here. As always, this podcast was brought to you by Toyota, Oh What a Feeling! Head to www.toyota.com.au/goodforcricketraffle Enjoy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 1, 202224 min

S3 Ep 13Isa Guha: The endless problems with English cricket, Women's Ashes preview

Isa Guha and Tom Morris dissect England's dismal summer, discuss Joe Root's future, and preview the upcoming Women's Ashes. This podcast was brought to you by Toyota, Oh What A Feeling. Head to www.toyota.com.au/goodforcricketraffle   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 17, 202246 min

S3 Ep 12Robert Craddock: So many storylines, so little time

Leading Courier Mail journalist Robert 'Crash' Craddock and Tom Morris dissect an eventful SCG Test and preview the Hobart pink ball match.  Brought to you by Toyota. That’s Good for Cricket. To support your local grassroots club head to www. toyota.com.au/goodforcricketraffle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 11, 202237 min

S3 Ep 11'A contest would be nice': Ultimate SCG Test preview

Tom Morris and Jacob Polychronis discuss all the important issues ahead of the fourth Test. Brought to you by Toyota. That’s Good for Cricket. To support your local grassroots club head to www. toyota.com.au/goodforcricketraffle   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 4, 202242 min

S3 Ep 10Emergency podcast: The latest on cricket's Covid-19 chaos

Reporters Tom Morris and Brenton Cherry provide an update on the Ashes and BBL after several Covid-19 scares across the last 48 hours.  Brought to you by Toyota. That’s Good for Cricket. To support your local grassroots club head to www. toyota.com.au/goodforcricketraffle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 1, 202224 min

S3 Ep 9Robert Craddock: Making sense of England's capitulation

Host Tom Morris is joined by leading cricket writer Robert 'Crash' Craddock to unpack Australia's win at the MCG, England's debacle of a summer, Joe Root's future, Justin Langer's position as coach, plus Scott Boland's chances of playing in Sydney. And more! Rate and subscribe if you like what you hear. Brought to you by Toyota. That’s Good for Cricket. To support your local grassroots club head to www. toyota.com.au/goodforcricketraffle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 29, 202128 min

S3 Ep 8Michael Vaughan: "It's time to get nasty"

Tom Morris and Michael Vaughan discuss England's loss in Adelaide, the lack of "mongrel" in the current team, Joe Root's position as captain, structural problems in the County system and how Vaughan would approach the Boxing Day Test. Plus more! Brought to you by Toyota. That’s Good for Cricket. To support your local grassroots club head to www. toyota.com.au/goodforcricketraffle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 21, 202123 min

S3 Ep 7Robert Craddock: Brisbane fallout, Adelaide preview

Tom Morris and Robert 'Crash' Craddock discuss all the big stories from Australia's win in Brisbane and preview Adelaide in the latest Follow-On Podcast. Remember to subscribe and rate! As always, this podcast is brought to you by Toyota, Good For Cricket. Supporting local clubs everywhere. To support YOUR local grassroots club, head to www.toyota.com.au/goodforcricket.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 14, 202134 min

S3 Ep 6Brad Haddin: A wicket-keeping state of play, Ashes preview

Brad Haddin joins host Tom Morris to discuss Alex Carey's pending debut, who should bat at No.5 in Brisbane, how Australia must rotate its bowlers, Moises Henriques as the forgotten man, plus more! This podcast was brought to you by Toyota, Oh What a Feeling!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 2, 202123 min

S3 Ep 5Dan Cherny: Ultimate BBL 11 preview, club by club

Tom Morris and Code Sports journalist Daniel Cherny preview the upcoming Big Bash season, dissecting each club and debating the big issues ahead of BBL11. As always, this podcast was brought to you by Toyota, Oh What a Feeling!  Subscribe and rate!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 30, 202146 min

S3 Ep 4THE DEBATE: Paine-gate, what's Australia's best XI?

Tom Morris is joined by Fox Sports journalists Christy Doran and Brenton Cherry to dive into the Tim Paine saga, Cricket Tasmania's attack on Cricket Australia, plus predict the XI for the first Test in Brisbane.  Brought to you by Toyota. That’s Good for Cricket. To support your local grassroots club head to www. toyota.com.au/goodforcricketraffle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 23, 202140 min

S3 Ep 3Robert Craddock: Ashes squad dissection, why Starc is vulnerable

Tom Morris is joined by senior News Corp journalist Robert 'Crash' Craddock to unpack Australia's Ashes squad from top to bottom, discuss Justin Langer's future, and much more. This podcast was brought to you by Toyota, Good for Cricket! To support your local grassroots club head to www. toyota.com.au/goodforcricketraffle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 17, 202129 min

S3 Ep 2Will Macpherson: Yorkshire's racism debacle, UK Ashes view

Senior Evening Standard cricket correspondent Will Macpherson joins Tom Morris to discuss a range of topics: Yorkshire's racism debacle and where to from here for the County, the ECB and the current and former players who have been implicated. England's likely Test XI for the Ashes England's T20 World Cup aspirations Plus more! Brought to you by Toyota, Good for Cricket. Oh What a Feeling! www. toyota.com.au/goodforcricketraffle  Subscribe and rate!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 10, 202141 min

S3 Ep 1Mike Hussey: Aus v Pak preview, the case for Marcus Harris

Tom Morris and Michael Hussey discuss the T20 World Cup, Justin Langer v Matthew Hayden and Australia's best Ashes XI.  Brought to you by Toyota, Good for Cricket. Oh What a Feeling! www. toyota.com.au/goodforcricketraffle  Subscribe and rate!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 8, 202133 min

Road to The Ashes | New Podcast | JL gives insight into Australia's Road to The Ashes

Follow the Road to The Ashes feed for all future episodes.  When it comes to cricket and great rivalries nothing excites fans like The Ashes and Fox Cricket will take the first step on the journey towards The Ashes in summer 2021/2022 with a special podcast/vodcast series.  Brett Lee, Justin Langer, and Michael Vaughan join Fox Cricket's Brendan Julian and Mark Waugh in the very first episode of the Road to The Ashes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 28, 202156 min

A Don Bradman special: The untold story

On the 20th anniversary of Sir Donald Bradman's death, Tom Morris explores the man behind the cricketer. With the help of his biographer and close friend Roland Perry, this special podcast delves into Bradman's character, personality, achievements, detractors and wrestle with complications regarding apartheid.  Perry's fifth Bradman book - Tea and Scotch with Bradman - was the basis for an hour-long discussion where nothing was off limits.  Thanks to Toyota for their ongoing support. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 24, 20211h 2m

Heath Mills: Fixing a broken game on a global scale

Host Tom Morris is joined by Heath Mills, Executive Chairman of the international players' union for an in-depth discussion on the world game. In a fascinating discussion, Heath talks about: Scheduling and why the current tours program is badly broken The future of pink ball and Test cricket India's power over the rest of the cricket world Gender inequality Australia's obligations to be a better global citizen The power of big T20 leagues The World Test Championship and how the ICC should improve the next edition Plus plenty more From Auckland, Heath is an experienced administrator looking after the rights of players. As FICA (Federation of International Cicketers' Association) executive chairman, he support and advocates for a more cooperative cricket world on a daily basis. Enjoy the podcast and thanks to Toyota for their support. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 17, 202138 min

Crash Craddock: When players leak against the coach

Tom Morris and Robert 'Crash' Craddock catch up after a huge week of cricket news. On the agenda: The postponed South Africa tour Justin Langer's position as Australian coach and the unrest from players Next summer's Ashes Your questions from Twitter And plenty more Please subscribe and rate if you like what you hear. Thanks to Toyota for their ongoing support. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 3, 202123 min

Isa Guha: How England can win The Ashes

Former England bowler Isa Guha joins Tom Morris to discuss a range of hot topics from the cricket world. Why India outsmarted Australia How England can repeat India's heroics Alex Carey... Is he Australia's next Test captain? Guha answers YOUR questions from Twitter Plus plenty more All thanks to Toyota. Subscribe and rate if you like what you hear!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 26, 202133 min

Adam Gilchrist: 'Just as good as the 2005 Ashes'

Tom Morris is joined by the captain of the FOX Cricket commentary team Adam Gilchrist for a review of this summer's Test cricket. On the agenda: How India found a way against all odds Why Australian domestic cricket should take note of the Indian model Tim Paine's future as Test captain & wicket-keeper Should Australia adjust its selection philosophies? Based around stability. The Australian youngster who is destined for a national call-up in February Plus lots more If you like what you hear, please subscribe, rate and tell your friends.  Of course all of this is possible thanks to Toyota, our proud partners. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 20, 202133 min

Crash Craddock: 'Long live Test Cricket!'

Tom Morris and Robert 'Crash' Craddock reflect on India's gutsy draw with Australia in the third Test. On the agenda: Tim Paine's leadership, reputation & glovework Sledging v banter v abuse Why the IPL sowed the seeds for India's newfound resilience  The ICC's deeply flawed substitute rule Steve Smith: Brilliant & bizarre Racial abuse Mitchell Starc's struggles Gabba Test selection And lots more, including your Twitter questions! All made possible by our good friends at TOYOTA: Oh What a Feeling. Please subscribe, rate and leave a comment if you like what you hear. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 12, 202134 min

Harsha Bhogle: An Indian perspective

Tom Morris is joined by Indian commentator and media doyen Harsha Bhogle to discuss the big issues in the Australia v India series. From his living room in Mumbai, Bhogle offers his thoughts on: India's five players who appeared to break biosecurity rules and how they should be punished Whether the Gabba Test should go ahead. And if not, where? Living in a bubble for five months The player who makes way for Rohit Sharma Sourav Ganguly's health India's vastly improved pathway system, which has created a production line of ready-made fast bowlers from non-traditional regional areas  Why the BCCI and Cricket Australia relationship has improved since 'Monkey Gate' Rahane v Kohli as a future captain, plus he answers YOUR questions from Twitter. Please be aware the audio is not great. Even in 2020 wifi can fail at times. We apologise. Please subscribe in iTunes and/or Spotify, rate and leave a comment.  Of course none of this would be possible without our good friends at TOYOTA. Enjoy the podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 4, 202135 min

1-1: Warne, Craddock dissect a Boxing Day boilover

Tom Morris is joined by Shane Warne and Robert 'Crash' Craddock for a forensic assessment of the Boxing Day Test. Complacent Australians. Is it the loss they needed to have? India under Rahane... Better than Kohli's leadership? A batting order gasping for air and crying out for changes A victory in planning, preparation and precision The real story behind Warnie's hat Plus lots more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 29, 202021 min

Boxing On: MCG Test preview with Michael Hussey & Brad Haddin

Mike Hussey and Brad Haddin join Tom Morris to discuss India's worst EVER batting collapse, what it means for the rest of the summer, dropped catches, Australia's awesome foursome, Kohli's leadership vacuum, Paine's brilliance and why Travis Head's spot is now in jeopardy. Plus more! Please subscribe, rate and leave a comment. Enjoy the podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 21, 202035 min

AUS v IND preview: Selection stability or integrity?

Former Aussie wicket-keeper Brad Haddin joins host Tom Morris and numbers guru Lawrie Colliver to preview the Border-Gavasker Trophy. Haddin argues for Joe Burns' inclusion Loz wants Sam Whiteman Why Steve Smith doesn't need to be vice-captain to captain again The Pink ball debate Bouncing tailenders... Just not cricket? + More See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 14, 202035 min

Chasing England: Australia's white ball revolution takes shape

Tom Morris and Brenton Cherry unpack Australia's white ball matches against India, dissect the future of Justin Langer's best XI, and ask whether Steve Smith could and should be captain again.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 11, 202026 min

S4 Ep 1Big Bash Preview

Host Tom Morris and Fox Cricket's chief stats man Lawrie Colliver dissect each BBL franchise on the eve of the competition's 10th season. Who will win? Who will bomb out? And which players are in for a huge summer? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 8, 202023 min

S3 Ep 76Women's T20 World Cup Preview: Coach Matthew Mott interview | Dealing with 'favourites' tag, big stars, main threats, etc.

Australia's coach Matthew Mott joins Tom Morris and Matt Balmer to preview the Women's T20 World Cup, running from February 21 to March 8.Here are some of the talking points:-Why Australia's recent mixed T20 form is not a concern-How Australia's batting order will look for the World Cup-Mott forecasts "inevitable" solution for slow-scoring batsmen-Will there be more Test cricket for women?-How does the tag of 'favourites' sit with the hosts?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 11, 202029 min

S3 Ep 75Quick-fire, game-by-game BBL Finals preview | Tips, predictions, analysis | What went wrong with Heat, Renegades, Scorchers

Foxsports.com.au's Tom Morris and Matt Balmer run the rule over the BBL Finals, which kick off Thursday.All the action's, of course, LIVE on Fox Cricket.It's Hurricanes vs. Thunder Thursday, Stars vs. Sixers Friday and Adelaide hosting a final on Saturday. Beyond that, it depends how results pan out.Bring it on! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 28, 202026 min

S3 Ep 74Issues India ODI series uncovered for Australia | What we learnt | BBL & Sth Africa vs. England

Hosts India came back to beat the Aussies 2-1 in the recent ODI series.The result exposed Australia's fatal flaw in that form of the game, while also providing confidence there's a strong foundation at both ends of the team.foxsports.com.au contributors Tom Morris, Brenton Cherry and Jacob Polychronis go through all the talking points to come out of the series in India, plus turn to the Test series happening in South Africa right now, as well as the BBL as it stands and the Heat's epic collapse.Here's more on this episode:-Is Marnus an international quality ODI batter? (1:00)-Do we now have a WC-winning top 4? (2:00)-Concern around Ashton Turner and finding that next (or old - Maxwell) specialist middle order batter (4:00)-Was this ODI series experimental for Australia? (9:00)-Aaron Finch's selection role and was Maxwell punished? (14:00)-Adam Zampa's improvement (16:00)-Zampa's grassroots story (19:00)-Pat Cummins' terrible 12 months with the bat (21:00)-Kagiso Rabada, sanctions and the fiery series in South Africa (26:00)-Quick look at the BBL (33:00)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 21, 202040 min

S3 Ep 73Nuffie alert! Bat maker talks all things making bats and busting myths

If you're a cricket nuffie, this is the podcast for you.Kookaburra bat maker Lachie Dinger sits down with Tom Morris to answer every question under the sun about making bats, plus exposes some common myths around oiling your piece of wood, knocking it in and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 12, 202032 min

S3 Ep 72Trans-Tasman risers and fallers, post-series | Burns & Wade's stocks | AB's thoughts | Re-ranking these sides

Well, that was just too easy. Unfortunately, an anticlimax. Some players stood up, while others hurt their rep. That's what we'll uncover today.The usual suspects from foxsports.com.au are back, with Tom Morris being joined by Jacob Kuriype and Brenton Cherry. Plus, Jacob catches Allan Border for a quick chat after the SCG Test concluded.They unpack the Trans-Tasman series, wrap up the summer of Tests and assess the relevance of the ICC rankings, given the no. 2 team in the world just got belted.Here's more info:-Which Kiwis have enhanced their reputation? (1:00)-How settled is the Aussie side now? (5:00)-Umpire tension (8:00)-If NZ is #2 in the world, what do ICC rankings mean? (10:00)-The incredibly in-form trio of Marnus, Warner & Lyon (14:00)-AB interviewed at the SCG post-Test (25:00)-The Aussies under the most pressure (Burns, Head & Wade) (32:00)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 7, 202041 min

S3 Ep 71Aussie bowlers' scary ceiling | Batters under pressure | MCG Test takeaways | Early BBL thoughts

Fox Cricket's Tom Morris is joined by FSN500's Nat Yoanidis and foxsports.com.au's Matt Balmer to deconstruct another four days of Aussie dominance. Nat and Matt were both there at the MCG to see the hosts dismantle their Tasman rivals.Attention turns to the BBL at the 30" mark and we finish with an update on the South Africa - England series.Here's more information:-Did Kiwis get toss call or bowling execution wrong? (2:00)-Pressure moves from Head to Wade (5:00)-Pat Cummins is very, very, very good (9:00)-Pattinson's scary ceiling and the Aussies' scary bowling depth (12:00)-They cut the head off the Kiwi snake (15:00)-What Tom Blundell did well (17:00)-Are we worried about Joe Burns? (20:00)-Siddle's retirement announcement fair? (23:00)-Looking ahead to Sydney and the probability of a Mitch Swepson debut (25:00)-Kiwi changes, spin coming in? (27:00)-Early BBL takeaways (30:00)-Quick England v Sth Africa analysis (35:00)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 31, 201940 min

S3 Ep 70Our WORLD TEST XI of the DECADE | Listed & debated | Cook, ?, ?, ?, Kohli, ?, ?, Steyn, ?, ?, GOAT (?!)

We've seen many fine cricketers over the last decade. It wasn't easy selecting just one team's worth. It's going to create disagreements, naturally.Foxsports.com.au's Tom Morris, Jacob Kuriype and Brenton Cherry have all put together their World Test XI of the Decade and have gone through positions 1-11. Some spots were easy (like Cook, Kohli and Steyn)... others not so. Enjoy.Here's more info:-Opening pair - and they're all in agreeance! (2:00)-First and second drop (8:00)-Virat Kohli at five (14:00)-Who's at six? (18:00)-Controversial keeper options (22:00)-Bowlers - three seamers and a spinner each (26:00)-Best spinner of the decade (33:00)-Twelfth man (36:00)-Captain (37:00)We'll be back just before the New Year, wrapping up the Boxing Day Test.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 22, 201939 min

S3 Ep 69Kiwis 'outplayed' in Perth | What we learnt | The Steve Smith plan | Changes for Boxing Day | Ian Smith's thoughts

Australia claimed the opening Test against New Zealand, but Steve Smith revealed some vulnerability and both sides WILL look different in Melbourne.Tom Morris, Jacob Kuriype and Brenton Cherry return to offer their thoughts after four more days of cricket happened.And another foxsports.com.au journo Simon Brunsdon (in Perth) grabbed Fox Cricket's Kiwi representative Ian Smith after the match's conclusion.Here are some highlights:-What excited us from the first Test (1:00)-The plan undoing Steve Smith (2:00)-The difference in class between the bowling attacks (4:00)-What did we learn in Perth? (6:00)-Another chapter in the Matthew Wade story (15:00)-Ian Smith interview with Simon Brunsdon (17:00)-The changes Australia will make for Melbourne (24:00)-Langer putting Travis Head on notice? (26:00)-Mystery balls (inc. TWO pink balls?? + Will Siddle play another Test? + Perth's low-ish crowd a concern?) (29:00)-Who wins the BBL and why? (35:00)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 16, 201937 min

S3 Ep 68BBL09 Ultimate Guide, with Boof & Howie | Big ins & outs | Why this season will be better | Team-by-team analysis

We've got the ULTIMATE guide, ahead of BBL09, with foxsports.com.au's Tom Morris, Sarah Olle and Matt Balmer going through every team and every tournament change, heading into the ninth instalment, plus special guest calls from Fox Cricket's Darren Lehmann and Mark Howard.Cricket Australia have made some key changes worth breaking down... and so have the franchises, of course.Here's a full rundown:-Why we can expect a better season than a year ago (1:00)-Biggest ins and outs of BBL09 (2:00)-What needs to happen to keep the Shane Watsons in the BBL (7:00)-A look at the Adelaide Strikers (10:00)-Brisbane Heat (14:00)-Rapid fire with Boof Lehmann (16:00)-Mystery balls!! (23:00)-Has CA got the BBL schedule right? (23:00)-Timeouts to have an impact? (24:00)-Should we have a Christmas Day game... and does it have to be a derby? (24:30)-Should DRS be implemented in the BBL? (26:30)-Are the Renegades the favourites? (27:00)-Hobart Hurricanes and their big in (28:00)-Shaun Marsh's Melbourne Renegades (29:00)-Melbourne Stars (32:00)-Perth Scorchers and their significant outs (34:00)-Sydney Sixers (37:00)-Thunder (38:00)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 13, 201946 min

S3 Ep 67Kiwis to watch | MCG pitch concerns explained | Send Boxing Day Test elsewhere? | Aussie batsmen next in line

Who would've thought between the Adelaide and Perth Tests, we're talking about the Melbourne pitch? But here we are.That Boxing Day Test wicket deserves some of our attention, followed by Australia's opponents for the upcoming series, who have some serious strike power with bat and ball, as the countdown to Perth is on.Here are some of the talking points:-MCG pitch concerns and how issues arose (1:00)-Will Melbourne ever lose the Boxing Day Test? (8:00)-The Kiwis are a dangerous, formidable outfit. Who, in particular? (12:00)-Kane Williamson, aka NZ's Steve Smith (13:00)-What to make of the Kiwi's bowling attack (17:00)-Ross Taylor - the most underrated player of a generation? (21:00)-Who, in theory, are Australia's backup batsmen? (29:00)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 10, 201933 min

S3 Ep 66Now for NZ | Right declaration? | Ready for pink ball Tests everywhere? | Dissecting the 2-0 series sweep over Pakistan | Brett Lee's thoughts

The Pakistan series has been won and done, but just how good were the Aussies, in the context of their opponents?Foxsports.com.au's Tom Morris, Jacob Kuriype and Brenton Cherry break all that down, before Brett Lee offers his thoughts as well.Here are all the talking points out of the series:-Disappointing Pakistan (1:00)-Should've Tim Paine declared when he did? (6:00)-Is Warner a 'great' of the game? (8:00)-The concern of traveling Test teams (12:00)-Are Australia now adequately prepared for NZ? (15:00)-Are we ready for pink ball Tests in Melbourne and Sydney? (16:00)-Joe Denly's dropped catch the worst you've seen? (18:00)-Brett Lee joins Jacob Polychronis (22:00)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 3, 201930 min

S3 Ep 65Lyon under pressure | Fixing the no ball issue | Onto Adelaide and the pink ball | Guest: Allan Border

Foxsports.com.au's Tom Morris, Jacob Kuriype and Brenton Cherry dissect all the pressing cricket issues in Australia after the Gabba Test, as attention turns to the day-nighter in Adelaide. And given it's a pink ball Test, is there merit to the suggestion that Nathan Lyon should make way for an extra quick in the second and final long-form match against Pakistan? Special guest Allan Border (9:30-14:30) has a pretty strong take on that, and more.Here's the rundown:-The no ball issue and how to fix it (1:00)-Allan Border chats to Tom Morris about the Pakistan series and the possibility of dropping Lyon for four quicks in Adelaide (9:30)-Case for dropping Lyon got merit? (14:30)-Jhye Richardson's getting back into the national frame (19:30)-MYSTERY BALLS (22:00)-The Gabba's poor crowd a concern? (22:00)-Emily Smith's crime (25:00)-Pakistan's bowling selection error (27:00)-George Bailey's new role and whether he should retire from all forms (31:00)-One thing you learnt from the Marsh Cup (Agar, the pitches, the golden oldies) (35:00)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 27, 201939 min

S3 Ep 64Unpacking Australia's squad selections & surprises | Pucovski's call | Guests: Mike Hussey & Shaun Graf

We're back! And the Follow-On Podcast launches the summer with a huge episode, featuring guests Mike Hussey and GM of Cricket Victoria Shaun Graf, plus cricket writers for foxsports.com.au Jacob Kuriype, Brenton Cherry and host Tom Morris.Australia just announced its 14-man Test squad ahead of the Gabba's clash with Pakistan, and Will Pucovski asked not to be considered for selection, due to his ongoing mental health situation. At the back end of the show, also, Tom has some 'mystery balls' for the panel, including captaincy contingencies, Nathan Lyon's understudy and big calls.Here's the rundown:-Biggest selection surprise - Bancroft, Harris (1:00)-Langer's selection influence (3:00)-The forgotten Shield performances, the case for Moises Henriques (6:00)-Will Pucovski asks not to be considered and it opens up the bigger mental health in cricket conversation (13:00)-Do we / should we consider mental health issues the same way as injuries? (19:00)-Mike Hussey jumps on (22:00)-We move to Shaun Graf (30:00)-Mystery balls (39:00) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 14, 201946 min

S3 Ep 63DONE & DRAWN | What now? | This summer's selection stories | Locks & drops

Cricket journos Jacob Kuriype and Jacob Polychronis join Phil Prior for our final Ashes reflections, but quickly move the conversation to 'what now?' What cricket do we have to look forward to just around the corner?And what Ashes performances will be the most closely monitored, ahead of summer selections?And what domestic cricket will be utilised to convince selectors of form?All those questions answered and a full rundown of the international schedule down under as it warms up.We'll be back with more pod content on The Follow-On ASAP! Thanks everyone for subscribing and listening!-PhilSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 17, 201937 min

S3 Ep 62WON, URNED | Brendon Julian on winning the Ashes... now for the SERIES | Studs & duds

Australia has reclaimed the Ashes, but haven't yet won the series. That's important to clarify.Fox Cricket's Brendon Julian joins foxsports.com.au's Jacob Kuriype and host Phil Prior to dissect all of the reasons this 'dead rubber' Test at the Oval remains super interesting.And, of course, we cover:-Bouncing back from the Headingley heartache (2:30)-Steve Smith's heroics (5:00)-Bowlers getting enough credit? (9:00)-Australia's selection success (11:00)-The Aussies' elite series planning (12:00)-Fifth Test selection thoughts (16:00)-Time for Warner to give up long-form cricket? (16:30)-The curious case of Khawaja (19:00)-Best opener options going forward (20:30)-Did Matthew Wade do enough? (22:30)-Why Australia will remained so determined in T5 (24:00)-What will The Oval plan be? (26:30)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 10, 201933 min

S3 Ep 61ONE-ALL | Kerry O'Keeffe's Headingley reaction & Ashes reflections

What an unbelievable Test match we just consumed.The drama was almost unparalleled. And now that we've had time to let it all sink in, it's time to get the great Kerry O'Keeffe's wise analysis.He sees team changes in both camps for T4 at Old Trafford.And 'Skull' also has a message for all those people ready to vote off Tim Paine.Joining host Phil Prior and foxsports.com.au journos Jacob Kuriype and Jacob Polychronis, this Follow-On episode unpacks everything that unfolded in Headingley and then looks ahead to the rest of the series, which, NEWS FLASH, is still alive for both teams to claim.How good's Test cricket?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 27, 201936 min

S3 Ep 60ONE-NIL... STILL | Top order turbulence, Archer enemy & who Headingley will favour

Enjoy our quick-fire, in-between-Tests edition, racing through the key issues.It's Phil Prior joined by foxsports.com.au cricket journos Jacob Kuriype and Jacob Polychronis.The issues are:-Steve Smith's concussion (2:00)-Australia's top order and 'overrated' left-right combinations (4:00)-Mistake playing Bancroft? (6:00)-How Headingley plays and who it favours? (8:00)-Patto back in? (9:00)-Archer's 'a different beast' (10:00)-What does England do with its batting lineup? (13:00)-Gut feel tips (16:00)-Early series thoughts (18:00)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 20, 201920 min