The Unplayable Podcast

Australia have picked a 16-man squad for the land of left-arm spin that hints at, rather than heralds, a generational change. Louis Cameron and Andrew Ramsey consider the absence of Pat Cummins and whether Steve Smith instead of Travis Head was the right call to take the captaincy reins in Sri Lanka. Were Mitch Marsh and Glenn Maxwell unlucky? How about Peter Handscomb? Which of Sam Konstas, Nathan McSweeney and Josh Inglis will play? Have we forgotten how good Cameron Green is? We haven't forgotten how good the Galle fort is. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on SpotifyThis episode, brought to you by Qantas, the Spirit of Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Test cricket is a tough sport for tough men, according to Gautam Gambhir, which all but rules out Louis Cameron and Andrew Ramsey from offering their opinions on a pulsating Australia-India Test series, the first Australia have won after being 0-1 down this century. They give it a crack anyway. Sam Konstas getting under India's skin, Beau Webster's remarkable debut, Scott 'The Brutaliser' Boland's 10-wicket Test and much more is discussed on the final episode of a thrilling campaign.This episode, brought to you by Qantas, the Spirit of AustraliaDon't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Top 10 for 10k: Steve Smith is on the verge of joining Allan Border, Steve Waugh and Ricky Ponting as Australians to have 10,000 Test runs. He needs just 38 more as he heads into the Border Gavaskar Trophy finale against India in his hometown Test at the SCG. After some careful thought about his list, Smith chats to Louis Cameron about how he ranked his favourite Test centuries. No spoilers on what made No.1, but his list charts the ups and downs of his extraordinary career; his maiden Test tons in England and Australia, a double-ton made on no sleep, his 2019 Ashes comeback after his year-long ban, his conquering of spin on the subcontinent, Australia's World Test Championship triumph and his breaking of a recent hundred drought. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on SpotifyThis episode, brought to you by Qantas, the Spirit of Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Ramsey delays his return from the MCG to his backpackers' hostel to join Louis Cameron after an extraordinary Boxing Day Test that had everything. Don Bradman thought he saw some big crowds. Pfffft, this Test has him covered. The biggest Test crowd ever? Probably. Is Bumrah better than Warnie? Maybe. Is he a shark? Hell yes. Melbourne real estate (and Rishabh Pant's inability to find it), sausages (and Yashasvi Jaiswal's ability to find those), snicko, Napoleonic Wars - all that's in here too. Sam Konstas was 19 (he might be 27 now) in a dressing room full of fathers - but is he Virat's father? And has he spoken to Elon Musk? He could soon. Oh and there's another Test.Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on SpotifyThis episode, brought to you by Qantas, the Spirit of Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Louis Cameron and Adam Burnett sum up the third NRMA Insurance Test from a sodden Brisbane. While the retirement of Ravichandran Ashwin caught us all on the hop, the dominance of Jasprit Bumrah and Travis Head did not. Can they continue to carry their teams? Is Head hurt? (SPOILER: He's not). Is Josh Hazlewood hurt? (SPOILER: He is). Steve Smith scored his 33rd Test century, written into existence by one of cricket.com.au's own. Speaking of, did cameraman Tama Stockley spook Yashasvi Jaiswal? There are World Test Championship final implications too and you will not need to understand trigonometry to work out how Australia can make it.This episode, brought to you by Qantas, the Spirit of Australia.Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Hazlewood and Mitch Starc felt a little cramped at the Gabba nets on Thursday, so they headed over to AB Field to get their session in! That was just one of the interesting snippets out of both sides' preparation for the crucial third Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match, with Louis Cameron joining Josh Schonafinger to detail how the teams are preparing. The Indians are given nothing away but Jasprit Bumrah looks to have shaken off his niggle while the brainstrust have a big call to make on Rohit Sharma's position in the batting order. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on SpotifyThis episode, brought to you by Qantas, the Spirit of Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Starc took six. Head hit a blazing hundred. Cummins took five.Take any of those performances individually and Australia would be in good shape. Get all three of them and Australia will win big. A massive 10-wicket victory for the hosts, levelling the series at one game apiece.Louis Cameron is in Adelaide and joined Josh Schonafinger to discuss the day-night Test, the Travis Head-Mohammad Siraj stoush, Marnus Labuschagne's return to form and plenty more.Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on SpotifyThis episode, brought to you by Qantas, the Spirit of Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the eve of the Test match he has dominated for a decade, Mitch Starc joins the Unplayable Podcast. The chat with Starc begins at 3:15. Starc has been an absolute weapon with the pink cherry (66 wickets at an average of 18.71 back that up), but the left-arm quick doesn't buy into his own hype about the off-colour Kookaburra in day-night cricket. The 90-Test veteran also touches on the "ridiculous" rumours of a rift in the team, what it's like to share a field with up-and-coming superstars, Marnus Labuschagne's new hobby and plenty more. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on SpotifyThis episode, brought to you by Qantas, the Spirit of Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Injuries. Soul-searching. Bolters. With a 10-day gap between the first and second NRMA Insurance Test matches, there's been ample time for all of these things. And more! Josh Hazlewood has a side injury and Louis Cameron and Josh Schonafinger discuss his situation, his potential replacements and the other Australian squad news.Plus there's PM's XI chat and an update on the WTC Final race. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify.This episode, brought to you by Qantas, the Spirit of Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Well, where do you go from there, exactly? India's massive win in Perth stunned the cricket world, leaving questions aplenty for the home side. That being said, the potential returns of Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill and Mohammad Shami also give the tourists a few selections dilemmas ahead of the pink-ball Test in Adelaide. Louis Cameron is in Perth to give you, the listener, and Josh Schonafinger the low down on what just transpired in the past four days.Let us know what changes the sides should make! Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

That first ball can't come soon enough! The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is (almost) here and Louis Cameron is in Perth following the action first-hand. He joins Josh Schonafinger to give the lowdown on both sides' training sessions and expected lineups. Don't forget to jump back in the Unplayable catalogue to listen to Lou's interview with Travis Head a few days ago. Oh, and should the hypothetical sixth Test be played in Canberra, Hobart, or somewhere else?This episode of the Unplayable Podcast brought to you by Qantas, the Spirit of Australia.Give us your BGT predictions here.Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Travis Head and his wife Jess have just welcomed a new baby boy into the world, and it's kept the attacking left-hander out of a bit of cricket recently.But he's back and ready to take on India in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Jump into the Head chat from 3:04, where he joined Louis Cameron on the Perth Stadium 'West Test Hill' to discuss Nathan McSweeney, batting quirks, his own record at the ground and more.Before that, Josh Schonafinger gives a brief update on the T20I Series that Australia swept 3-0.This episode of the Unplayable Podcast brought to you by Qantas, the Spirit of Australia. Give us your BGT predictions here. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does it take to be captain of Australia? If it's vast knowledge of all who came before you, Josh Inglis will do just fine! The wicketkeeper joins the Unplayable Podcast from the Gabba ahead of the three-match T20 series against Pakistan, in which he will be in charge of the squad.He chats to Josh Schonafinger about his new role, who's inspired him, being selected in the Test squad, crossing formats, keeping, and plenty more - the chat begins at 20:21. Before that, Josh is joined by Louis Cameron to talk Coldplay, top secret India training sessions, Usman Khawaja's new partner and a whole lot else. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify Check out Inglis' favourite catch from the Shield final here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia A captain Nathan McSweeney is a player on the rise. After his excellent effort against India A in Mackay, he's now being talked about as a potential Test debutant against India in Perth. The interview with McSweeney begins at 18:44, where he discussing the prospect of opening, why he loves captaincy and his great friendship with Marnus Labuschagne. Before that, Louis Cameron and Jack Paynter recap the first ODI between Australia and Pakistan and look at the Aussie white-ball changes - which includes a new captain in Josh Inglis! Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify And check out Stories After Stumps on Apple and Spotify.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the first Test not too far away, there's lots to cover in this episode! Hear from Australia A captain Nathan McSweeney and retiring 'keeper Matthew Wade, while hosts Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron break down the options to open for the Aussies in the first Test. Get your tickets for the summer hereRead Louis Cameron's Q&A with Matthew WadeSee Wade's favourite catch hereCheck out our cricket doco podcast Stories After Stumps on Apple and Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get your ODI series tickets here He’s dominated the IPL, he’s made his ODI and T20I debuts, now Jake Fraser-McGurk is hoping to take the Aussie summer by storm. Fraser-McGurk is part of Australia’s ODI squad to face Pakistan in early November, and he joins the Unplayable Podcast to preview the series. Also covered is his tour of the UK, including a cheeky sledge from his captain Mitch Marsh in Scotland, his Sheffield Shield aspirations and his strong relationship with Ricky Ponting. Later in the episode [24:13], Josh Schonafinger is joined by Louis Cameron to break down the latest round of the Shield and what it means for the Test team. Let us know your nominations for Long Levers Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The interview with Spencer Johnson starts at 3:11. He's one of the fastest bowlers in the country and he's about to return to the domestic scene. Spencer Johnson missed Australia's most recent white-ball tour of the United Kingdom with a side strain but he's back and has a return date in mind.The tall left-armer chats to Josh Schonafinger about his recent engagement and Italian roots, plus his awesome experiences in India and England.Let us know your nominations for Long Levers Highlights from SA's dramatic win over WA Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Sheffield Shield is back and there are no shortage of talking points after a couple of days!Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron discuss the big stories around Australian cricket with the Test summer now only 43 days away.Injuries, the big three, white-ball fixtures and plenty more on the agenda in this episode.Click here for Louis' chat with Jhye RichardsonLet us know your nominations for Long Levers Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia fought back from a dire position in the fifth ODI in Bristol to defeat England and claim an impressive 3-2 series win in the UK to conclude their tour of the British Isles.Hear from captain Mitch Marsh's post-series press conference as the skipper talks up Travis Head's 'underrated' bowling and Aaron Hardie's breakout international series.The Unplayable Podcast'a Jack Paynter wraps up the tour with Josh Schonafinger as the focus shifts to the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and the Champions Trophy. - Leave a review if you're enjoying the show! On Apple and on Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's outstanding 14-match winning streak in ODIs finally came to an end in Durham but there's still lots to play with two games left in the series.Next stop: Lord's, the venue where things got wild during last year's Ashes series.Steve Smith chatted to Jack Paynter after his 60 in the third ODI, which you can hear in full here (apologies about the background racket).Then Jack, before he boards the train to London, catches up with Josh Schonafinger to discuss the talking points of the series so far.- ODI streak ending highlights Zampa's ODI importance- McAndrew, Manenti inspire South Australia to comeback win- Leave a review if you're enjoying the show! On Apple and on Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was all square in the T20 series (thanks Manchester) so now it's time for Australia and England to face off in a five-match ODI series, beginning in Nottingham.Star Aussie Adam Zampa will play his 100th ODI and Jack Paynter and Josh Schonafinger hear from the milestone man and reminisce on his excellent career to date.The Unplayable Podcast boys also run the rule over Australia's injuries and England's raft of squad changes.- Adam Zampa 100th ODI hype reel video- Click here to see Mahli Beardman's bizarre maiden One-Day Cup wicket - Leave a review if you're enjoying the show! On Apple and on Spotify Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's tour of the UK has begun in fine style with a clean sweep over Scotland, records broken and a tiny quaich (pronounced quake) acquired! The Unplayable Podcast's Jack Paynter is following the Aussies around the United Kingdom and gives Josh Schonafinger an update on the squad and conditions.Read Jack's series recap here. Check out our new cricket documentary podcast Stories After Stumps on Apple and Spotify here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia have landed in Edinburgh and will play three T20s against Scotland over the course of the next few days!And despite only being in the country less than a week, Nathan Ellis has already tried the local specialty, haggis.This series is a chance to get a look at some more inexperienced Aussies and Ellis is excited to be apart of their journey, which he explains to cricket.com.au's Jack Paynter - interview with Ellis begins at 10:40.Before that, Jack gives Josh Schonafinger the update on the weather, playing conditions and opposition before the first match at The Grange on Wednesday night.Story: Ellis to spearhead pace attack Click here to leave some feedbackCheck out our cricket doco podcast Stories After Stumps, over on Apple or Spotify. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode's special guest is Victorian fast bowler Mitch Perry!You can jump straight into the chat with Perry at 2:33. Louis Cameron catches up with Perry at the Vics' annual media day and Perry talks about his frustrating finish to the 2023-24 summer, his off-season activities and his friendship with Sydney Swan Nick Blakey.Before that, Josh Schonafinger runs you through the ins and outs for Victoria which includes a big hitter from Queensland.Queensland preview with Mitch Swepson: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/4086912/mitch-swepson-queensland-bulls-brisbane-heat-unplayable-podcast-season-preview-leg-spin-sheffield-shieldWA preview with Lance Morris: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/4070048/lance-morris-western-australia-state-preview-unplayable-podcast-fast-bowling-faster-pace-expressSA preview with Jordan Buckingham: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/4073592/jordan-buckingham-south-australia-state-preview-unplayable-podcast-fast-bowling-faster-pace-expressTasmania preview with Charlie Wakim: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/4078106/charlie-wakim-tasmania-unplayable-podcast-season-preview-tigers-batter-final-sheffield-shieldNSW preview with Ollie Davies: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/4096991/ollie-davies-nsw-blues-new-south-wales-batter-season-preview-2024 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ollie Davies is one of the most exciting batters (and characters) in Australian cricket and he's up next to preview New South Wales' season. Jump straight to the chat with Davies at 3:40.In this episode the entertaining right-hander talks about his red-ball revival, NSW's recruits and his brother Joel's defection the Sydney Sixers.Before that, Josh Schonafinger runs you though the ins and outs for Greg Shippherd's team.Queensland preview with Mitch Swepson: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/4086912/mitch-swepson-queensland-bulls-brisbane-heat-unplayable-podcast-season-preview-leg-spin-sheffield-shieldWA preview with Lance Morris: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/4070048/lance-morris-western-australia-state-preview-unplayable-podcast-fast-bowling-faster-pace-expressSA preview with Jordan Buckingham: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/4073592/jordan-buckingham-south-australia-state-preview-unplayable-podcast-fast-bowling-faster-pace-expressTasmania preview with Charlie Wakim: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/4078106/charlie-wakim-tasmania-unplayable-podcast-season-preview-tigers-batter-final-sheffield-shield Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jump straight into the Mitch Swepson interview, which begins at 4:15.The Queensland leggie had a good 2023-24, winning the KFC BBL with the Brisbane Heat and claiming 30 wickets in the Sheffield Shield.He also talks about reviving the famous 'flipper' delivery, his new coach Johan Botha and identifies a couple of young Bulls who have caught his eye.Don't forget to check out our other state preview interviews with Lance Morris, Jordan Buckingham and Charlie Wakim. Just scroll down in our podcast feed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you want to jump straight to the chat with Charlie Wakim, head to 3:15. In the interview, Wakim talks about his fortuitous start to last summer, what clicked on his way to a career-best year, Tasmania's recruits and plenty more.He even gives a little insight into his rarely-seen offies! Before that, Josh Schonafinger talks through the squad changes for the team from the apple isle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The chat with SA quick Jordan Buckingham begins at 5:35. Buckingham joins the Unplayable Podcast to look back at his highly-successful summer, edging closer to the Australian team and his unique middle name. Plus plenty more! Before that, Josh Schonafinger goes through the ins and outs for the Redbacks, err, South Australia Men, and what else has been happening at the SACA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The chat with Lance Morris begins at 5:35.The 'Wild Thing' talks about rehabilitation from the latest 'hot spot' in his back, the thrill of playing for Australia, rubbing shoulders with the best and plenty more.Before that, Josh Schonafinger looks at the squad changes for the three-time reigning champions, which includes five outs and four inclusions.Morris believes he has a bit more in the tank: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/4070048/lance-morris-western-australia-state-preview-unplayable-podcast-fast-bowling-faster-pace-express Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

cricket.com.au has this week launched a landmark new podcast series, Stories After Stumps, which dives into the game’s glorious history through half a dozen compelling episodes in its maiden season.Listen and subscribe onApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/stories-after-stumps/id1752600105Spotify - https://cricketaustralia.slack.com/archives/D02BJ8UP691/p1719359100530399PocketCasts - https://pca.st/8njcaqjy And everywhere else you listen! Just search 'Stories After Stumps'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's World Cup could be over. But it might not be! Here's what needs to happen from this point forward.Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron bring you the recap from an entertaining Australia v India clash. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A special moment for Afghanistan cricket who, eight months after they had their hearts broken by Glenn Maxwell's Mumbai Miracle, finally tasted success against Australia.Gulbadin Naib was the difference with the ball while Marcus Stoinis and Rahmanullah Gurbaz had a fiery stoush that proved an entertaining sideshow. Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron were at the wonderful Arnos Vale Stadium in St Vincent for the historic result. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat Cummins' hat-trick was the highlight on an otherwise uneventful match as the rain got in the way far too often in Antigua. Between the weather breaks, Australia recorded a 28-run win over Bangladesh (thanks to the DLS method) with their bowlers putting in another outstanding display. Plus, there were positive signs from the top order.TUP regular Louis Cameron has been rested for tonight's episode, with popular journalist Bharat Sundaresan joining Josh Schonafinger to recap the match. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Four games, four wins for Australia and a key reason for that record is allrounder Marcus Stoinis.As the Aussies return to Antigua to commence the Super Eight stage of the T20 World Cup, Stoinis joins the Unplayable Podcast to chat about his bumper start to the T20 World Cup, sweeping, eating, pitch reading - and even offer some journalistic advice for Louis Cameron!You won't want to miss this episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With all the chatter in the lead-in being whether or not the Aussies would tank, and therefore eliminate England, it was good to a quality cricket contest between Scotland and Australia. Brandon McMullen and Mark Watt showed plenty for the Scots but they just didn't have enough as Travis Head, Marcus Stoinis and Tim David finished the job.Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron are in St Lucia and recap the final match of Group B while looking ahead to the Super Eight stage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a perfect world, Jake Fraser-McGurk and Matt Short aren’t required for Australia at this tournament. They’ll be ready to go if injury strikes the main squad.But for now, they’re enjoying the best the Caribbean has to offer and they sit down for a chat with Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron by the hotel pool in St Lucia. On the agenda is the IPL, golf, mullets and red-ball ambitions. NB: Unfortunately Jake's mic gives out bit towards the end of the chat, hopefully it's not too distracting! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A MASSIVE victory for Australia, chasing down's Namibia's 72 before the Powerplay was even finished! Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron recap the action from Antigua with full marks going to Australia's bowlers, and top order. Plus, there's a developing situation happening in Group B with England's fate now potentially in Australia's hands... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All smiles from the Australian camp after they completed a 36-run win over England at Kensington Oval in Barbados. Contributions from effectively the entire line up guided the Aussies to the impressive victory, which takes them to the top of Group B. Adam Zampa was named player of the match after dismissing both English openers after a fast start in the chase. Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron recap all the action from Bridgetown, including a spicy moment between Jos Buttler and Matthew Wade. Match report: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/4035269/australia-defeat-england-t20-world-cup-report-scores-highlights-kensington-oval-barbados-stoinis-zampa-cummins-warnerMatch highlights (AUS only): https://www.cricket.com.au/videos/4035348/match-wrap-australia-beat-england-t20-world-cup-barbados-highlights-zampa-stoinis-warner-head Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One match, one win.Australia's T20 World Cup is off to a great start following their 39-run win over Oman in Barbados. Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron recap the match, including Aqib Ilyas' amazing catch, Mitch Starc's cramp, Kaleemullah's passion and Marcus Stoinis' power and plenty more.Oh, and 'Caribbean Facts' is back! As it happened: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/4033887/live-blog-australia-v-oman-t20-world-cup-teams-scores-updates-highlights-kensington-oval-barbadosMatch report: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/4033925/match-report-australia-beat-oman-t20-world-cup-group-b-barbados-kensington-highlights-stoinis-warner-maxwell-duck-aqib-ilyas-catch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The countdown is on! The ICC Men's T20 World Cup is finally underway and a refreshed Josh Hazlewood joins the podcast to look ahead at Australia's tournament. The chat with Hazlewood starts at 8:18. Before that Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron give a squad update from the windy Windward Cricket Club, where a handful of Aussie players went through their paces three days out from the opening match. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Unplayable Podcast is back! And ready to guide you through Australia's quest for T20 World Cup success in the Caribbean.The chat with Aussie spinner Ashton Agar begins at 14:30.Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron have been in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, and give you the run down on Australia's hit-outs with Namibia (six-wicket win) and West Indies (35-run loss).We'll be recapping all of Australia's World Cup matches, plus bringing you exclusive news from trainings and press conferences, so remember to hit subscribe so TUP hits your feed as soon as it drops!NB: There was an issue with the audio in the Agar chat when we first uploaded, but that's been fixed. Thanks for your patience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One month until the T20 World Cup! And Australia have dropped a very interesting squad of 15...The red-hot Jake Fraser-McGurk misses out, as does veteran Steve Smith, plus no room for the likes of Matt Short, Spencer Johnson or Sean Abbott. Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron break down the squad and analyse the picks from George Bailey and the selection crew. See the full squad here: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/3990756/australia-squad-reveal-mens-t20-world-cup-2024-caribbean-usa-mitch-marsh-named-captain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a bumper Marsh Sheffield Shield final preview to round out the Unplayable Podcast for the 2023-24 summer!On this show:Listen to our Team of the Tournament debate is at 4:40, our Matthew Wade interview at 24:10, our Joel Paris interview at 36:45 and our Final tips and predictions at 50:15.This episode brought to you by Qantas, the Spirit of Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One final Test match to round out the summer! Christchurch is the scene and Andrew Ramsey is there and he gives Josh Schonafinger the lowdown on what to expect at Hagley Oval. Mitch Starc needs two poles to go past Dennis Lillee while Kane Williamson and Tim Southee will line up in their 100th matches apiece. TRIVIA ANSWERSThe only bowlers in Test cricket with a better strike rate than Mitch Starc’s 48.62 are:Dale Steyn (42.38), Malcolm Marshall (46.76) and … Waqar Younis (43.49)! In terms of players playing their 100th Tests together, it’s far more common than we assumed! Mike Atherton and Alex Stewart did so in 2000, Shaun Pollock, Jacques Kallis and Stephen Fleming did in the same match in 2006, and Michael Clarke and Alastair Cook also reached 100 in the Perth Test of 2013-14! Well done if you knew any of those! This episode brought to you by Qantas, the Spirit of Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's No.3 Marnus Labuschagne joins the podcast! He chats to Louis Cameron from 12:07.There's also been drama days out from the first New Zealand-Australia Test match - Kiwi quick Neil Wagner has retired from the game and won't play in the two Tests against the Aussies.Beamed across the ditch from Wellington, cricket.com.au's Andrew Ramsey gives Josh Schonafinger the lowdown on NZ's windiest city and what to expect from the green pitch that's been rolled out in the middle of a roundabout.This episode brought to you by Qantas, the Spirit of Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's go across the ditch!The Australian men's team has arrived in New Zealand and their T20 series is about to get underway!Champion fast bowler Mitch Starc joins the Unplayable Podcast team Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron from Wellington to preview the Aussies' next tour. The chat with Mitch Starc begins at 18:12.Before that, Josh and Louis look at the five big questions facing the Australians ahead of the T20 World Cup in June. This episode brought to you by Qantas, the Spirit of Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a dominant display from Australia's 50-over side, the Dettol T20 International series to be a lot closer with West Indies selecting their big names for the three-game series.cricket.com.au's Jack Paynter has been following the Aussie squad around the country and he joins Josh Schonafinger to discuss white-ball squads, World Cups and breakout stars. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast brought to you by Qantas, the Spirit of Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Test decided by eight runs! And what a finish! No matter who you support, you have to appreciated that lion-hearted effort from Shamar Joseph, who thought he was too injured to bowl heading into day four.He walked away with a seven-wicket haul in one of the performances of the decade. Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron recap all the action from the Gabba, and look ahead to the Dettol ODI series starting on Feb 2. Watch the final wicket from all angles with all the commentary calls: https://www.cricket.com.au/videos/3869856/every-call-of-shamar-josephs-famous-test-wicketThis episode brought to you by Qantas, the Spirit of Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's Covid running through the Australian camp but it won't affect the playing XI. cricket.com.au's Josh Schonafinger and Adam Burnett run you through all the news ahead of the Brisbane Test, which marks the return of both teams to the day-night version of the format.Australia also named their T20 squad to face the West Indies on Wednesday which could give us a bit of a sneak peek into what the selectors are thinking ahead of the T20 World Cup in June. The episode of the Unplayable Podcast brought to you by Qantas, the Spirit of Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia have retained the Frank Worrell Trophy with a thumping 10-wicket win over the West Indies in Adelaide.With only 1112 balls bowled, it's the shorted Adelaide Test in history. But Pat Cummins and his side won't be complaining - Travis Head was player of the match for his 119 while Josh Hazlewood was superb with a career-best match of 9-79. Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron review the Test, heap praise onto Shamar Joseph and look ahead to the Brisbane.This episode brought to you by Qantas, the Spirit of Australia. Andrew Ramsey's day three report: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/3861218/australia-west-indies-day-three-adelaide-test-report-highlights-head-shamar-hazlewood-cumminsGet in touch about Bert Ironmonger (or anything else): https://linktr.ee/unplayablepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.