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S4 Ep 5Root's reverse ramps, Broad's late blows highlight day four action

Day four began with an attempted reverse scoop by Joe Root and ended with Scott Boland as the nightwatchman - and there was plenty of action in between! Australia need a further 174 runs with seven wickets in hand to claim a famous victory in the first Ashes Test in Edgbaston but will have to knock off the remaining runs without David Warner, Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith. Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron recap all the action from Birmingham in the latest Unplayable Podcast, proudly brought to you by Qantas, Spirit of Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 19, 202314 min

S4 Ep 4The best gully fielder ever? Cameron Green stakes his claim

Is Cameron Green the best gully fielder ever? It may be an early call, but Green's case just got stronger with another extraordinary pluck to send Ben Duckett packing at Edgbaston.Only 32.4 overs were possible because of so much rain in Birmingham on day three but with Ollie Robinson's send off, England's bouncer barrage and Australia's new-ball blitz there were still plenty of talking points.This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is brought to you by Qantas - Spirit of AustraliaSend your best gully fielders to @cricketcomau on Twitter with the hashtag #UnplayablePodcast or by contacting us here: https://linktr.ee/unplayablepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 18, 202314 min

S4 Ep 3Khawaja raises the bat, throws the bat and bats all day at Edgbaston

Day two at Edgbaston belonged to Australia largely thanks to an unbeaten century to Usman Khawaja.While the opener's first Test ton in England showed the Aussies the way, he was ably supported by Travis Head and Alex Carey after a hot start by the England fast bowlers.Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron recap all the action from Birmingham in the latest Unplayable Podcast, proudly brought to you by Qantas, Spirit of Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 17, 202314 min

S4 Ep 2We're BazBall converts! Thrilling Ashes day one

From Zak Crawley's cover drive to kick off the match and the series, to Joe Root's ton, Nathan Lyon's fight and Ben Stokes' proactive declaration, it was an enthralling day of cricket at Edgbaston. The Unplayable Podcast's Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron were in Birmingham taking in all the action and give you the first daily Ashes recap of the series. This episode is proudly brought to you by Qantas - Spirit of Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 16, 202313 min

S4 Ep 1It's Ashes time! England name XI for series opener

England have gone early and named their XI for the opening match of the Ashes series, leaving out their fastest bowler Mark Wood. Australia meanwhile have been playing their cards closer to their chest, with a decision on which fast bowlers will be selected yet to be made. The Unplayable Podcast's Louis Cameron and Josh Schonafinger are in Birmingham and have all the latest news on the eve of the first Test. This episode brought to you by Qantas, Spirit of Australia. England XI: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (c), Jonny Bairstow (wk), Moeen Ali, Ollie Robinson, Stuart Broad, James Anderson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 14, 202316 min

S3 Ep 46WTC Final preview: Australia's quicks question and Indian mind games

It all comes down to this! Australia and India will fight it out for the World Test Championship final (and the ICC mace) from Wednesday night (AEST).The Unplayable Podcast's Louis Cameron is in position in London and has been keeping a close eye on both teams ahead of the crunch clash at the Oval. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 5, 202319 min

S3 Ep 45Tackling Bazball with Trent Copeland, plus ‘lab’ battles and career highlights

Trent Copeland took the path less travelled to professional cricket but finished with career with Tests, titles and stacks of wickets to his name. The NSW legend chats to Josh Schonafinger and Jack Paynter about his wild ride from behind the stumps to behind the microphone.Later on in the episode, Copeland shares his analysis on the men's domestic squad changes begins (30:00) and previews the Ashes (47:30). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 18, 202354 min

S3 Ep 44'They're going to come hard at me': Nathan Lyon on Bazball, Formula One and the 23-24 summer

Get your tickets for the 2023-24 summer of cricket at www.cricket.com.au/tickets.Cricket.com.au's Louis Cameron is joined by off-spinner Nathan Lyon to talk about what he's been up to since returning from Australia's tour of India, next summer's Tests against Pakistan and West Indies, as well as how he is preparing for the World Test Championship final and the ensuing five-Test Ashes series againt England. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 14, 202320 min

S3 Ep 43What is the MLC? Finch, Stoinis, Nortje sign up for USA's new T20 league

Cricket Victoria, Cricket New South Wales and a stack of IPL franchises are involved. So what's the deal with Major League Cricket?A new T20 league is starting up in the USA and Australian Justin Geale is in charge of getting it off the ground! He is the special guest on this deep dive episode of the Unplayable Podcast as Josh Schonafinger and Jack Paynter look at who's signed up, when and where it will happen and why Victoria and New South Wales are involved.The chat with Geale begins at 12:40. For more information check out this MLC FAQ: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/major-league-cricket-united-states-explainer-australia-ipl-involvement-victoria-nsw-draft-houston/2023-05-03 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 3, 202341 min

S3 Ep 42Marsh returns as Aussies name WTC Final & Ashes squad

See Australia's full squad here: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/australia-world-test-championship-final-ashes-squad-india-england-warner-harris-renshaw-cummins/2023-04-19The Aussies have named their squad to tackle both the World Test Championship Final (June 7) and the first two Ashes Test (June 16 & 28) and there are some surprises! In comes Mitch Marsh, Josh Inglis and Marcus Harris while quite a few can consider themselves unlucky to miss out.Josh Schonafinger and Jack Paynter break down George Bailey and the National Selection Panel's choices, as well as recapping the Aussies in the County Championship and the IPL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 19, 202319 min

S3 Ep 41Ashes preparation begins now! Renshaw tons up, Aussies in county

With the 2022-23 Australian summer officially over, Josh Schonafinger and Jack Paynter review Australia A's first clash with New Zealand A, check out which Aussies are playing in the County Championship and cast one final eye over the Marsh Sheffield Shield final. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 5, 202320 min

S3 Ep 40Bonus Shield final episode: Will Sutherland on Victoria's chance at redemption

Victoria fell short in last year's Marsh Sheffield Shield final.But against the same opponent, at the same venue, they have the chance to make amends in this weekend. Will Sutherland, who has been an undefeated stand-in captain for the Vics this season, joins Jack Paynter to look ahead to the season finale against Western Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 22, 202313 min

S3 Ep 39Sheffield Shield final preview with WA young gun Teague Wyllie

The final match of the Australian summer is the Marsh Sheffield Shield final and it starts this Thursday between Western Australia and Victoria.Teenage batter Teague Wyllie is the special guest and the chat with him starts at 22:32.Josh Schonafinger and Jack Paynter look back at the action-packed Shield season and preview what promises to be an awesome five-day final at the WACA.VIDEO - Top moments of the season: https://www.cricket.com.au/video/top-10-moments-sheffield-shield-2022-23-catches-century-five-wickets-morris-handscomb-wyllie-boland/2023-03-21YARN - All you need to know about the Sheffield Shield final: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/sheffield-shield-final-ultimate-guide-broadcast-form-squads-history-western-australia-victoria-waca/2023-03-21 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 21, 202346 min

S3 Ep 38Matt Short on his golden run, Bulls and Vics battle it out for Shield final

One round of the Marsh Sheffield Shield remains and Western Australia's opponent in the final could be decided by the bonus points system.Jack Paynter explains to Josh Schonafinger just how that works and identifies what both Queensland and Victoria have to do to make it. Then (at 7:00) Matt Short, possibly the most in-form player in the country, sits down with Jack to discuss his incredible season to date and how he can make it even better. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 13, 202330 min

S3 Ep 37Two pitches, two Prime Ministers, one Test to go: Ahmedabad preview

In the words of the great Bill Lawry: It's all happening! The fourth Test between India and Australia will see a humongous crowd fill the revamped gargantuan stadium in Ahmedabad, will be attended by prime ministers Anthony Albanese and Narendra Modi, and could still be played on one of two pitches. Louis Cameron is in the state of Gujarat for the Test finale and details Josh Schonafinger and all the latest on what's been happening since the Aussies hit back in the third Test in Indore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 8, 202319 min

S3 Ep 36Nathan Lyon, fresh off 11 wickets, looks ahead to Ahmedabad and the WTC final

Nathan Lyon's 8-64 in the second innings in Indore (to go with three in the first innings) proved to be a match-winning performance for Australia. Here the champion off-spinner joins Louis Cameron to discuss the challenges of bowling spin in India, the new Aussie spinners on the block, expecting a "bloody loud" fourth Test in Ahmedabad and the now-confirm reality of playing in the World Test Championship final in London in June. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 6, 202331 min

S3 Ep 35Marsh Cup final preview with Ashton Turner

Is it going to be WA to go back-to-back in the Marsh One-Day Cup? Or can the Redbacks upset the home side? The chat with Ashton Turner kicks off at 16:48, but before then Josh Schonafinger and Jack Paynter look back at the highs and lows of the season, the standout performers and key players in the final. The videos mentioned in this episode: Beau Webster's classic catches: https://www.cricket.com.au/video/beau-webster-catches-hanger-screamer-sheffield-shield-marsh-cup-2022-23-tasmania-mcg-highlights/2022-11-27Short the hero in DLS thriller: https://www.cricket.com.au/video/victoria-beat-nsw-match-highlights-marsh-one-day-cup-dls-bad-light-juntion-hughes-pucovski-short/2022-09-23Redbacks qualify for final after thumping Victoria: https://www.cricket.com.au/video/south-australia-beat-victoria-marsh-one-day-cup-qualify-for-final-western-australia/2023-02-26Hughes knocks together season's fourth ton: https://www.cricket.com.au/video/daniel-hughes-century-highlights-video-innings-nsw-tasmania-north-sydney-marsh-cup/2023-02-16Bizarre crescendo to Queensland-NSW clash: https://www.cricket.com.au/video/nsw-blues-queensland-match-highlights-liam-hatcher-six-wickets-gabba/2023-02-26Doran's back-to-back tons: https://www.cricket.com.au/video/jake-doran-century-full-highlights-104-back-to-back-marsh-one-day-cup-tasmania-tigers-victoria/2022-10-26 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 5, 202344 min

S3 Ep 34Changes on the cards as Australia look to hit back for third Test

Australia are 2-0 down in the Border Gavaskar Trophy but still have plenty on the line with two Tests remaining.The Unplayable Podcast's Louis Cameron has moved with the teams to Indore and fills us in on the Aussie changes, injuries, fielding techniques, the pitch and the stadium and plenty more.Don't forget to check out our podcast feed to hear the Peter Handscomb episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 27, 202320 min

S3 Ep 33Peter Handscomb on his basbeball protective gear and why Jadeja and Ashwin are SO good

Peter Handscomb joins cricket.com.au's Louis Cameron between the second and third Tests of the Border Gavaskar Trophy series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 25, 202333 min

S3 Ep 32Starc, Green push case for second Test with Delhi set to spin again

Just how does Australia respond to that first Test hiding? Louis Cameron has followed the team to Delhi and updates Josh Schonafinger with the latest injury news on Mitchell Starc and Cameron Green, the inclusion of Matthew Kuhnemann, the selection drama surrounding Travis Head and plenty more in this edition of the Unplayable Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 16, 202315 min

S3 Ep 31Pat Cummins is embracing the India challenge, previews the Nagpur Test

We're so close to the Border-Gavaskar Trophy beginning... and we can't wait! The Unplayable Podcast's Louis Cameron is in India ahead of the series and he catches up to Australia Test captain Pat Cummins to get the latest updates on the team, the tour and plenty more. Cummins explains Australia’s training camp in Bangalore (14:00), easing back expectations (16:35), lessons from previous Asian tours (18:52), the potential of a fiery series coming up (22:06), David Warner’s ‘fatigue’ (23:30), the back up bowlers on tour (25:30). Before that chat, Louis gives Josh Schonafinger the insights from being on the ground and the expect team changes. Ashwin 'clone' joins Aussie training: https://www.cricket.com.au/video/australia-test-tour-of-india-spin-bowlers-preparations-ravichandran-ashwin-net-bowler-duplicate/2023-02-03Australia consider three spinners on dry pitch: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/dry-nagpur-pitch-three-spinners-first-test-india-australia-steve-smith-cameron-green-ruled-out/2023-02-07 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 7, 202326 min

S3 Ep 30BBL|12 Final! Cult hero Peter Hatzoglou previews the decider

It all comes down to this! The Perth Scorchers have been the dominant side all season. But the Brisbane Heat have come from the clouds and have the momentum. A sell-out crowd at Perth Stadium is going to witness a stellar KFC BBL|12 final and Josh Schonafinger and Jack Paynter preview the decider before Scorchers spinner Peter Hatzoglou joins to talk about his season, being in and out of the side, learning off Fawad Ahmed and much, much more.Final ultimate guide: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/bbl12-final-all-you-need-to-know-ultimate-guide-perth-scorchers-brisbane-heat-tickets-tv-squads/2023-02-03 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 3, 202335 min

S3 Ep 29BBL|12 Finals: Corey Rocchiccioli spinning his way to Renegades returns

Corey Rocchiccioli has emerged as the Melbourne Renegades leading spinner and will play an important role in his side's Knockout Final against the Brisbane Heat.The offie joins the Unplayable Podcast to talk about learning off Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Akeal Hosein, his coffee shop superstition and his Instagram philosophy.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 28, 202329 min

S3 Ep 28Our KFC BBL|12 Team of the Tournament, top moments of the season

Who makes your Team of the Tournament? KFC BBL|12 has given us plenty of highlights, lots of talking points and many memorable moments. Jack Paynter and Josh Schonafinger look back on the bumper season before casting an eye ahead to the final five matches. cricket.com.au's Team of the Tournament: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/big-bash-team-tournament-smith-hardie-finch-dooley-rogers-abbott-tye-short-david-neser/2023-01-26BKT Finish from Hurricanes v Heat: https://www.cricket.com.au/video/bkt-finish-final-two-overs-highlights-hobart-hurricanes-beat-brisbane-heat-bbl12-david-paris-bazley/2023-01-25 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 26, 202323 min

S3 Ep 27Heat quick Spencer Johnson on battling Marcus Stoinis, long-term injuries and playing for Italy

Spencer Johnson's played only five KFC BBL matches but is 27 years old - where's he been? Johnson joins the Unplayable Podcast to talk about his career to date, bowling at the death against the likes of Tim David and Marcus Stoinis, spending almost three years out due to injury, his marvellous hair and helping Italy qualify for the 2024 T20 World Cup. Watch Johnson’s last over against Tim David: https://www.cricket.com.au/video/spencer-johnson-final-over-tim-david-brisbane-heat-hobart-hurricanes-gabba-bbl12-big-bash-highlights/2023-01-20Watch Johnson’s last over against Marcus Stoinis: https://www.cricket.com.au/video/bkt-finish-brisbane-heat-melbourne-stars-bbl12-marcus-stoinis-spencer-johnson/2023-01-22  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 24, 202321 min

S3 Ep 26India Test squad BOLTER Todd Murphy

Australia have named the 18 players they're taking to India and 22-year-old Victoria spinner Todd Murphy is the biggest surprise in the squad!He sat down with Jack Paynter (16:40) a few weeks ago to talk about his rapid rise, his international chances, red-ball, white-ball and BBL form and plenty more. Before that, Josh Schonafinger and Jack break down the Australian squad and recap the side's big win over South Africa at home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 11, 202339 min

S3 Ep 25Sydney Test preview & boundary juggle masterclass with Matt Renshaw

Called into the Australian Test squad for the first time in almost five years, Matthew Renshaw isn't taking anything for granted. The left hander made his only Test century to date at the SCG in 2017 and on the eve of this year's New Year's Test Renshaw joins the Unplayable Podcast to chat through his return, his changes, his new baby and that Michael Neser catch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 2, 202323 min

S3 Ep 24Boxing Day Test Preview with Lance ‘The Wild Thing’ Morris

Lance Morris is all about bowling fast. The leading wicket-taker in the Sheffield Shield this summer was thrust into the Aussie Test squad and now he's thrust on the Unplayable Podcast! The 'Wild Thing', Louis Cameron and Josh Schonafinger look ahead to the biggest day on the cricketing calendar and discuss whether or not Scott Boland holds his spot for the returning Josh Hazlewood. The chat with Lance Morris begins at 15:08. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 23, 202238 min

S3 Ep 22First #AUSvSA Test Preview: Alex Carey on keeping up and South Africa's attack

Australia-West Indies. Two-nil. Too easy. Next up is South Africa and they come with pace, and lots of it! Aussie keeper Alex Carey (which begins at 12:00) chats to the Unplayable Podcast about their comprehensive wins over the Windies and how they've been preparing for three-Test series against South Africa. There's also a little reminiscing on couple of greats grabs, and a certain great goal as well! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 15, 202228 min

S3 Ep 23BONUS #AUSvSA POD: Keshav Maharaj on why the Proteas are so good in Australia

South Africa spinner Keshav Maharaj is the very special guest on this episode of the Unplayable Podcast! Maharaj made his Test debut in Australia six years ago, and now he's back part of the Proteas squad that is chasing four consecutive wins Down Under.He chats to Josh Schonafinger about spin bowling, his Test hat-trick and playing until he's 40. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 15, 202220 min

S3 Ep 21Big Bash Series: Adelaide Strikers' recruit Chris Lynn

KFC BBL|12 is underway and we've been speaking to some of the league's best and brightest as part of our Big Bash Series.New Adelaide Striker Chris Lynn is next up, who joins Jack Paynter during the middle of a practice match at Karen Rolton Oval (!) to talk through his batting around the globe, his exit from the Heat and his hopes for BBL|12.Play BKT Big Bash Tipping here: tipping.cricket.com.au  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 13, 202222 min

S3 Ep 20Big Bash Series: New Thunder captain Jason Sangha!

KFC BBL|12 begins TONIGHT, December 13! Play BKT Big Bash Tipping here: tipping.cricket.com.au To get in the mood, the Unplayable Podcast will be speaking to some of the league's biggest names.The Sydney Thunder announced this week that their full-time skipper for BBL|12 will be none other than the awesome Jason Sangha, who joined the Unplayable Podcast to chat about his rise in leadership, playing with David Warner and the Thunder young guns to watch out for. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 12, 202235 min

S3 Ep 19Big Bash Series: Josh Inglis on golfing mishaps and Scorchers dominance

KFC BBL|12 begins on December 13! Play BKT Big Bash Tipping here: tipping.cricket.com.au To get in the mood, the Unplayable Podcast will be speaking to some of the league's biggest names.Perth Scorchers wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis chats to cricket.com.au's Jack Paynter about his World Cup-ending golfing injury, captaining the Prime Minister's XI and eyeing off the Scorchers' chances of going back-to-back in BBL|12. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 10, 202223 min

S3 Ep 18Big Bash Series: Billy Stanlake is back bowling rockets

KFC BBL|12 begins on December 13! Play BKT Big Bash Tipping here: tipping.cricket.com.au To get in the mood, the Unplayable Podcast will be speaking to some of the league's biggest names.First up is Hobart Hurricanes recruit Billy Stanlake, who chats to cricket.com.au's Jack Paynter about his move to Tasmania, his rehabilitation and expectations for the BBL season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 9, 202222 min

S3 Ep 17Second #AUSvWI Test Preview: Scott Boland looks ahead to Adelaide

The chat with Ashes hero Scott Boland starts at 18:30! Before then, cricket.com.au's Louis Cameron and Josh Schonafinger recap Australia's big win in Perth, the amazing form of Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith and Nathan Lyon and look at the squad inclusions of Michael Neser and Lance Morris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 6, 202237 min

S3 Ep 16First #AUSvWI Test Preview: Cameron Green on his WA homecoming, the IPL & hours on the bowling machine

Just hours away from the first Test of the summer. Is there a better feeling? A better time of year? We don't think so.Rising Australia allrounder and proud West Aussie Cameron Green is the special guest on this edition of the Unplayable Podcast and he joins Louis Cameron and Josh Schonafinger to look ahead to the opening Test of the 2022-23 season.Timestamps: Juggling playing all formats (19:20), the upcoming IPL auction (22:30), his first Test in Perth (24:00), Green’s talented sister (25:10), net sessions (26:10), what Green expects from the West Indies (29:34) and how his bowling is progressing (31:05). Cameron Green hits the nets: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/cameron-green-return-test-cricket-nets-batting-technique-change-formats-australia-west-indies-ipl/2022-11-28Alzarri Joseph's crazy Aussie story: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/alzarri-joseph-west-indies-paceman-net-bowler-rise-australia-test-series-perth/2022-11-28Steve Smith primed for biggest season ever: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/steve-smith-austral-west-indies-tests-perth-hip-injury-technique/2022-11-27 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 28, 202232 min

S3 Ep 15Aussies sweep England 3-0, pink-ball PM's XI and WBBL finals

A clean sweep over the world champions! Who saw that coming?Josh Schonafinger and Adam Burnett recap Australia's huge wins over England, discuss what it means for this side, look ahead to an exciting Prime Minister's XI fixture and try to predict the WBBL|08 finals.Timestamps: Dettol ODI wash-up 0:30, Prime Minister's XI v Windies 09:30, WBBL finals 11:00, latest Aussie squad 14:30, Shield latest 17:00.Listen to the Scoop Podcast here: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/62d4be54f7d5910011e61267Kim Garth feature piece: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/feature/kim-garth-australia-t20-selection-india-tour-ireland-wbbl08-big-bash-debut/2022-11-22AB's Joe Burns feature piece: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/feature/joe-burns-100th-sheffield-shield-match-all-time-queensland-bulls-great-australia-test-opener/2022-11-18 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 23, 202220 min

S3 Ep 14'It just snapped': Glenn Maxwell opens up on gruesome injury

Unplayable Podcast host Louis Cameron is joined by Glenn Maxwell, who explains how he broke his leg in an innocuous birthday party mishap that will see him miss months of cricket. The star allrounder opens up his recovery from the incident, the games he is most devastated about missing and his Test ambitions, the reaction to his post-T20 World Cup comments, who will captain the Melbourne Stars in the BBL in his absence and the silver lining of his layoff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 21, 202236 min

S3 Ep 13Australia's World Cup in review, Shane Watson's inner battle

Where did it all go wrong for Australia? Louis Cameron and Josh Schonafinger discuss Australia's Super 12s exit at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup before Shane Watson joins the crew to go through his new release, 'Winning the Inner Battle'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 7, 202256 min

S3 Ep 12Instant World Cup Recap: Hamstring headaches after Aussies down Irish

Australia simply had to defeat Ireland to keep their T20 World Cup campaign alive. And they did. Aaron Finch returned to form with a fluent 63 but hamstring injuries to three different players is a cause for concern for the Aussies. Louis Cameron was at the Gabba watching play unfold and he caught up with Josh Schonafinger in the aftermath to go through all the good stuff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 31, 202215 min

S3 Ep 11Instant World Cup Recap: Stoinis 59 not out off 18!

Chasing 158 to defeat Sri Lanka at Perth Stadium, Australia had a little wobble in their innings before Marcus Stoinis went full Hulk on the Lankans, bashing a record-breaking 17-ball half-century (the fastest by an Aussie man in T20Is) to power his side to a comfortable, and net-run-rate satisfying victory. Louis Cameron was there and breaks down the win with Josh Schonafinger. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 25, 202215 min

S3 Ep 10Instant World Cup Recap: "The best catch I've ever seen"

World champions Australia were thrashed by New Zealand to the tune of 89 runs at the Sydney Cricket Ground, and cricket.com.au journalists Louis Cameron and Josh Schonafinger take a look at what went wrong for the Aussies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 22, 202214 min

S3 Ep 9'Do it now, or it's all over': Matthew Wade on why his best comes with his back against the wall

Matthew Wade might have shepherded Mark Wood off the ball but he couldn't keep cricket.com.au's Louis Cameron at bay at the Gabba, where he sat down for an in-depth chat. The wicketkeeper spoke about his run-in with the England quick last week, the unique spirit around Australia's World Cup-winning team last year, how his best always comes with his career on the line and who he thinks will be player of the tournament for this year's showpiece T20 event that gets underway this weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 17, 202230 min

S3 Ep 8Obstructing the field?

Matthew Wade and Mark Wood clashed. Jos Buttler didn't appeal. But he might have if it was the World Cup final. England's top order looked in great touch as they won the first Dettol T20I in Perth by eight runs and Josh Schonafinger and Jack Paynter break down the action from game one. Plus, there's a bonus Marsh Sheffield Shield round one recap (15:00) where standout performances from Will Sutherland, Teague Wyllie, Lance Morris, Henry Hunt and Gurinder Sandhu (plus plenty more!) are recognised. Alex Ross out obstructing in the BBL: https://www.cricket.com.au/video/alex-ross-run-out-obstructing-the-field-brisbane-heat-v-hobart-hurricanes-video-highlights/2018-01-10Ben Stokes out obstructing in 2015: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/ben-stokes-out-obstructing-the-field-australia-england-second-odi-lords-mitchell-starc/2015-09-06  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 11, 202226 min

S3 Ep 7World Cup prep on the Gold Coast and inside the Aussie tour to India

Unplayable Podcast host Josh Schonafinger gets major Queensland FOMO as he calls up Louis Cameron (0:45) and Clancy ‘Donut’ Sinnamon (15:57) who are both on the Gold Coast ahead of Australia’s T20I series against the West Indies. Louis touches on Cameron Green’s mental form (2:46), Tim David’s place in the side (6:00), Mitch Marsh’s return (9:06) and Shimron Hetmyer’s untimely no-show (12:10). Following that, Clancy looks back on his time travel with the Australian side to India on their whirlwind three-match T20I series and what he’s learned from travelling the world and being close to the team. Louis' Tim David article: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/tim-david-make-t20-world-cup-case-home-international-debut-australia-west-indies-series-gold-coast/2022-10-03 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 4, 202225 min

S3 Ep 6TAS Preview: Jordan Silk on captaincy, batting evolution and painting

Newly appointed all-format captain for Tasmania Jordan Silk joins Josh Schonafinger and Jack Paynter on the Unplayable Podcast to chat all things Tigers and Sixers. The right hander talks about his off-season travels and ventures (1:00), recapping Tasmania’s unlucky previous season (3:40), his career-best summer (6:00), Australian aspirations (9:15), Tassie’s pre-season (13:30), expectations for the upcoming summer (18:55), the Sixers and the BBL draft (20:28).Jack and Josh then chat (23:21) about Tassie's fortunes, squad and what to expect from the Tigers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 27, 202228 min

S3 Ep 5NSW Preview: Captain Kurtis Patterson's new bub, Sixers switch and Test hopes

Ahead of New South Wales’ season opener against Victoria on Friday September 23, captain Kurtis Patterson joins Josh Schonafinger and Jack Paynter from the Unplayable Podcast to look ahead to the summer that beckons. Patterson talks about the birth of his first child (2:00), his cricket-loving American in-laws (4:00), the burgeoning Blues and his captaincy (5:50), his breakout BBL season (10:00), playing against Ricky Ponting in BBL|02 (13:25), NSW’s expectations for the season (19:05), playing with Nathan Lyon (23:50) and his Test aspirations (25:45). Josh and Jack then jump into a NSW preview (29:15) to look at what the season holds for the always-competitive Blues.You can also watch this episode on YouTube, if that's more your thing: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEpeKf7U6gmYi2oTQjF2zbG5VkpFj_eDX  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 21, 202234 min

S3 Ep 4WA Preview: Batting in the floppy hat with Josh Philippe

After winning the Sheffield Shield and the Marsh One-Day Cup last summer Josh Philippe tells the Unplayable Podcast he’s looking forward to becoming the ‘hunted’ in 2022-23.He also chats about his off-season exploits (1:51), playing with Shaun Marsh (5:56), his relationship with Josh Inglis (7:06), why he chose to stay in WA (8:51), the Sixers’ draft haul (12:30) and his goals for the season (15:10).At (17:36) it’s time for Josh Schonafinger and Jack Paynter to break down WA’s chances of going back-to-back this season.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 19, 202224 min

S3 Ep 3QLD Preview: Matt Renshaw on batting anywhere, Harry Potter & Peter Siddle

Queensland Bulls batter (and 'part-time allrounder') Matt Renshaw joins Josh Schonafinger and Jack Paynter on the Unplayable Podcast to discuss what lays ahead for the upcoming season.Renshaw talks about his winter with Somerset (1:30), his preferred batting position (2:35), playing Peter Siddle (5:55), Harry Potter (7:00), goals for the upcoming season (11:50), Queensland’s spin depth (14:20) and their pace depth (18:28) and his own bowling (19:38).Josh and Jack then get into a detailed Bulls season preview at (25:30). You can read the Kane Richardson relocation feature here: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/feature/kane-richardson-queensland-bulls-south-australia-move-gold-coast-t20-shield-world-cup/2022-05-06 And you can also watch the show on YouTube here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEpeKf7U6gmYi2oTQjF2zbG5VkpFj_eDX Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 15, 202234 min

S3 Ep 2SA Preview: Alex Carey on his Aussie rise, the Redbacks and the Karachi pool

Australian wicketkeeper Alex Carey joined Josh Schonafinger to review his recent fine form with the bat, chat about Australia's time in north Queensland and look ahead to a big summer for both the national side and the South Australia Redbacks. On the agenda were his match-winning partnership with Cameron Green (0:57), spending time in North Queensland (3:00), captaining Australia in ODIs (5:52), the Pakistan and Sri Lanka tours (8:17), the pool in Karachi (10:15), South Australia preview (13:07) and his first and favourite bat (19:46).After that, Jack Paynter (20:46) joined Josh to go through the ins and outs of the Redbacks upcoming summer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 9, 202230 min