The Unplayable Podcast

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Victorian and freshly re-signed Melbourne Renegades bowling allrounder Will Sutherland joins Josh Schonafinger and Jack Paynter to preview his sides' chances for the upcoming season.Will speaks about his pre-season 1:11, the Shield final 2:22, the temptation to head to County cricket 4:45, his new Renegades contract 5:46, Victoria’s pace attack 7:05, players to watch 8:30, Will Pucovski 11:48, comparisons to Annabel 13:00, the mullet 16:00 and much more. Did you know you can watch the podcast on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEpeKf7U6gmYi2oTQjF2zbG5VkpFj_eDX Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What better time to chat to Australia's greatest ever off-spinner than right before a Test series? The interview with Lyon starts at 15:54, where he discusses fitness, Test preparation, sub-continent conditions, Muttiah Muralitharan and Rangana Herath and plenty more.Before that, cricket.com.au journalist Louis Cameron, who is in Sri Lanka, joins Josh Schonafinger to talk about Australia's tour so to date.Sri Lanka v Australia series home: https://www.cricket.com.au/tours/Sri%20Lanka%20Australia%20Mens%20Tour%20Test%20ODI%20T20%202022/9ZwprkjgWUq2tw8BsLvCWQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cricket.com.au's Louis Cameron sits down with Steve Smith in Colombo to talk about his holiday to New York, no longer being the Australian T20 team's anchor, the relaxed approach of the side on their Sri Lanka tour, his Test hundred drought as well as his battles with vertigo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia fast bowler Jhye Richardson is back on tour with the national side and eager to make a big impact in the three-match T20I series. The chat with Richardson starts at 16:48.Before then, Louis Cameron in Colombo chats with Josh Schonafinger about the series ahead, how the Aussies will shape up and which Sri Lankans to watch out for. Watch Pathirana's incredible bowling action here: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/sri-lanka-name-test-odi-t20-squads-australia-tour-matheesha-pathirana-baby-lasith-malinga/2022-05-21Coach McDonald left behind with COVID: https://www.cricket.com.au/news/andrew-mcdonald-covid19-head-coach-australia-men-sri-lanka-tour-t20-squad-departure/2022-06-01 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Usman Khawaja, in a rare moment when he wasn't at the batting crease in Pakistan, joined Louis Cameron ahead of the third Test to discuss his Saqlain Mushtaq impersonations and the evolution of his bowling action (2:03), whether he gets sledged in English or Urdu (or Pashtun!) (4:45), his dropped catch in Karachi while he was wearing a helmet (9:30), how he has found his best method against spin bowling (12:30), his high-fat, low-carb diet and how tennis has helped him stay fit (19:39) and the type of coach Australia needs (28:00). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Australia's women win and their men draw, let Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron walk you through the events of these two sides over the past week. Perfect run outs, reverse swing, Usman Khawaja, Covid-dodging and World Cup rivals plus plenty more is discussed on this week's episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron open the batting on a flat one and prove difficult to remove. They discuss the drawn first Pakistan-Australia men's Test in Rawalpindi and consider changes for the second match in Karachi (0.06), reflect on the legendary Shane Warne after his recent death (15.31), consider the Australian women's leg-spin conundrum at the ODI World Cup in New Zealand (20.26) and preview the Marsh One-Day Cup final following a bizarre domestic 50-over season (27.39). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The cricket world is in mourning today with the loss of legendary leg-spinner Shane Warne. This episode was originally published a little over two years ago for Shane Warne's 50th birthday and it includes stories of the great man from Glenn McGrath, Ricky Ponting, Mike Atherton, Ian Healy, Mike Hussey, Nasser Hussain and Shane Warne himself. We hope you enjoy these great tales of the champion cricketer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of the final two Dettol T20Is against Sri Lanka, the straight-shooting Adam Zampa joined Louis Cameron on the Unplayable Podcast to discuss the finale to the home summer (0.37), the fuel for Australia's World Cup victory (11.11), missing out on an Indian Premier League payday (19.05), saving horses on his Byron Bay property (22.48), his impeding fatherhood and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of Australia's Dettol T20I series against Sri Lanka, Unplayable favourite Kane Richardson returns to the podcast to chat about his move to the Gold Coast (2.28), Justin Langer's four years as the men's team coach and the credentials of Andrew McDonald (6.12), whether Adam Zampa might channel Michael Jordan in his leg-spin duel with Wanindu Hasaranga (15.00), the big three quicks that 'aren't going away' (17.37) plus the looming IPL auction on his birthday (24.12). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Tuesday Australia named a 16-player squad to face Sri Lanka in five T20Is as they officially begin their campaign for back-to-back men's T20 World Cup victories.Martin Smith joins Josh Schonafinger to chat about Ben McDermott's rise, Glenn Maxwell's role, the use the quicks and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Test legend Ricky Ponting joined Louis Cameron for one final time this summer to recap the Australia's dominant Ashes series. Ponting names his Player of the Series, weighs in on English kids in Sheffield Shield, nominates four key players for the Aussies' future and backs Justin Langer as coach.Josh Schonafinger then joins Louis as the pair revisit their pre-Ashes predictions and heap praise on Hobart as a Test venue. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashes series complete! Australia walked away from Hobart 4-0 winners of cricket’s oldest rivalry - and Louis Cameron was there to see it happen!As the final few wickets fell on the historic Test match, he spoke to Ricky Ponting for his analysis, discussing Cameron Green’s exceptional bowling, Mark Wood’s success with the short ball, Alex Carey’s series and Steve Smith’s form.This podcast is proudly brought to you by HCL - the official digital technology partner of Cricket Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a hectic day of Test cricket - where 17 wickets fell - there was plenty to unpack for Ricky Ponting as he joined Louis Cameron for the latest edition of the Unplayable Podcast.They chatted about Australia's dominance with the ball, England's repeated failures with the bat, Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Joe Root and plenty more. This podcast is proudly brought to you by HCL - the official digital technology partner of Cricket Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a day of Test cricket! We may have only got 59 and a half overs on the opening day of the fifth Ashes Test, but there was no shortage of action.Louis Cameron spoke to Aussie Test legend Ricky Ponting about the green Hobart pitch, Marnus Labuschagne's weird dismissal, Travis Head's irrestible form and the rise of Cameron Green. This podcast is proudly brought to you by HCL - the official digital technology partner of Cricket Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Unplayable Podcast, Louis Cameron is in Hobart to chat to Marnus Labuschagne to preview the fifth and final Ashes Test match, and the pair also discuss Labuschagne's battle with Mark Wood, Usman Khawaja's hot form, Pat Cummins as skipper and spending hours and hours at the Kookaburra bat factory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It came down to the very last ball, but England hung on for a draw to deny Australia the chance at a whitewash. At the end of a thrilling day five, cricket.com.au’s Louis Cameron chatted with legend Ricky Ponting to talk through it all.They covered Australia's missed chances and the key decisions made by captain Pat Cummins, Zak Crawley's impressive innings, and what another standout performance by Scott Boland means for Australia's bowling pecking order.This podcast is proudly brought to you by HCL - the official digital technology partner of Cricket Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finally the rain stayed away in Sydney and day four delivered plenty of highlights and talking points. At the end of the day's play, cricket.com.au’s Louis Cameron chatted with legend Ricky Ponting to talk through it all.They covered the irresistible form of Usman Khawaja, selection dilemmas for the Hobart Test, Cameron Green’s innings, Australia’s declaration, Marnus Labuschagne’s technical change to Mark Wood and Joe Root’s captaincy.This podcast is proudly brought to you by HCL - the official digital technology partner of Cricket Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the back of courageous knocks from Jonny Bairstow and Ben Stokes, England kept themselves in the contest on day three in Sydney and cricket.com.au's Louis Cameron chatted with legend Ricky Ponting to discuss all the talking points from the day’s play.Items covered were Australia's amazing first session, Bairstow's gritty century, Ricky's thoughts on the batting conditions throughout the whole series and Alex Carey's form with the gloves. This podcast is proudly brought to you by HCL - the official digital technology partner of Cricket Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Usman Khawaja was the shining light on day two of the Sydney Ashes Test match, and cricket.com.au’s Louis Cameron chatted with legend Ricky Ponting to discuss all the talking points from the day’s play.Items covered were Khawaja’s knock, his LeBron-inspired celebration, Steve Smith’s battle with Stuart Broad, a potential Hobart selection dilemma and Broad’s performance with the ball.This podcast is proudly brought to you by HCL - the official digital technology partner of Cricket Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Unplayable Podcast's Louis Cameron spoke to Test legend Ricky Ponting for his Ashes analysis of a rain interrupted day one in Sydney, where honours were shared, after the two late wickets of set batters Marcus Harris and Marnus Labuschagne left Australia on 3-126 at stumps.They chat about England selecting what looks to be their best XI, Stuart Broad's continued dominance over David Warner, and Marcus Harris' second gritty innings in a row and where it leaves Australia's opening partnership heading into future Tests. This podcast is brought to you by HCL, the official digital technology partner of Cricket Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Lyon joins Louis Cameron as they reflect on Australia's comprehensive Vodafone Ashes series victory over England. Lyon discussed his second car trip of the season from Melbourne to Sydney (0.54), news that COVID-19 penetrated the Aussie bubble (4.14), leading the Aussie team song on the MCG (8.17), his premonition that Scott Boland was going to take 6-7 (12.30), Cameron Green's leadership potential (14.24), Mitchell Starc's most consistent Test summer (17.57), whether two spinners are required for the fourth Test at the SCG (23.49) and a headline-grabbing whitewash prediction (30.10). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the MCG Test wrapped up and Australia retained the Ashes, cricket.com.au’s Louis Cameron chatted with legend Ricky Ponting to discuss the Scott Boland’s big haul and England’s dismal performance.Items on the agenda were Starc’s improvement (2:40), Scott Boland’s incredible debut (3:55), Australia’s selection options for Sydney (6:00), England’s way forward (8:28), and English coach Chris Silverwood (12:30).This podcast is proudly brought to you by HCL - the official digital technology partner of Cricket Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Unplayable Podcast's Louis Cameron spoke to Test legend Ricky Ponting for his Ashes analysis of day two in Melbourne, as Australia took complete control of the third Vodafone Ashes Test, taking four English wickets in the final hour and holding a 51-run lead at stumps. Speaking before England's final session collapse with the bat, they chat about England's positive day with the ball led by Jimmy Anderson, how the MCG pitch has played and Marcus Harris' innings. This podcast is brought to you by HCL, the official digital technology partner of Cricket Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.