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S3 Ep 1VIC Preview: Will Sutherland on stepping up, family battles and mullets

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.

Sep 7, 202228 min

S2 Ep 49GOAT! Nathan Lyon on working with Murali, Test preparation and long-term goals

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.

Jun 24, 202234 min

S2 Ep 48No more Mr Fix-it: Steve Smith on new T20 role, Sri Lanka series, vertigo and more

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.

Jun 6, 202231 min

S2 Ep 47Jhye Richardson chats Ashes hauls, injuries and Rocket League; Sri Lanka tour preview

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.

Jun 3, 202236 min

S2 Ep 46Usman Khawaja on his Pakistan run spree, evolution against spin & how tennis has shaped his fitness

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.

Mar 19, 202233 min

S2 Ep 45So close yet so far in Karachi, Aussies' World Cup claim getting stronger

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.

Mar 17, 202222 min

S2 Ep 44The Rawalpindi bat-a-thon, remembering Warnie, leg-spinners galore for the Aussie women and the Marsh Cup final

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.

Mar 9, 202233 min

S2 Ep 43Vale Shane Warne: Legends recall their favourite Warnie stories

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.

Mar 4, 20221h 5m

S2 Ep 42'I'm a bit flat, to be honest': Adam Zampa on IPL snub, rescuing horses, keeping the receipts and AUSvSL

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.

Feb 17, 202225 min

S2 Ep 41Kane Richardson on AUSvSL, moving to Queensland, Justin Langer, long drives and short memories

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.

Feb 8, 202228 min

S2 Ep 40The World Cup defence begins! Aussie men name their T20 squad to face Sri Lanka

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.

Jan 25, 202211 min

S2 Ep 39Ricky Ponting wraps up the Ashes and nominates his future stars

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.

Jan 18, 202234 min

S2 Ep 38Ponting's Recap: 'His bowling's gone through the roof', Hobart day three

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.

Jan 16, 202212 min

S2 Ep 37Ponting's Recap: 'Every time he's made a mistake he's paid for it', Hobart day two

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.

Jan 15, 202215 min

S2 Ep 36Ponting's Recap: 'He has been the batsman of the series', Hobart day one

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.

Jan 14, 202213 min

S2 Ep 35Marnus Labuschagne previews the Hobart Test; chats reviews, Mark Wood and white-ball ambitions

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.

Jan 13, 202226 min

S2 Ep 34Ponting's Recap: 'They've probably been sloppier in the field', Sydney day five

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.

Jan 9, 202216 min

S2 Ep 33Ponting's Recap: 'It's irresistible what he's done', Sydney day four

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.

Jan 8, 202218 min

S2 Ep 32Ponting's Recap: 'Some of the tougher batting conditions I've seen in Australia', Sydney day three

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.

Jan 7, 202218 min

S2 Ep 31Ponting's Recap: 'He's been a bit misunderstood', Sydney day two

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.

Jan 6, 202214 min

S2 Ep 30Ponting's recap: 'He might've been a little bit overconfident', Sydney day one

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.

Jan 5, 202213 min

S2 Ep 29Two spinners in Sydney? 5-0? Ashes-winner Nathan Lyon on singing the song on the MCG, Green's leadership potential, Starc's stunning Ashes and more

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.

Jan 1, 202233 min

S2 Ep 28Ponting's Recap: 'I don't think I've seen a worse performing team in Australia', MCG day three

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.

Dec 28, 202115 min

S2 Ep 27Ponting's Recap: 'The call to bowl first was the right one', Melbourne day two

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.

Dec 27, 202110 min

S2 Ep 26Ponting's Recap: 'They're just relentless', Melbourne day one

The Unplayable Podcast's Louis Cameron spoke to Test legend Ricky Ponting for his Ashes analysis of day one in Melbourne, as Australia took advantage of overcast conditions, bowling England out for just 185, before reaching 1-61 at stumps.They chat about Pat Cummins' seamless return and whether he should take the new ball more often, the ugly dismissals of England's senior players, and Scott Boland's solid start to his Test career.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.

Dec 26, 202110 min

S2 Ep 25Ponting's Recap: 'They've got some real selection dramas', Adelaide day five

The Unplayable Podcast's Louis Cameron spoke to Test legend Ricky Ponting for his Ashes analysis of day five in Adelaide, as Australia took the final six wickets and claimed a 2-0 series lead.They chat about Jhye Richardson's maiden Test five-wicket haul, Jos Buttler's bizarre dismissal and England's selection issues ahead of the remaining three 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.

Dec 20, 202114 min

S2 Ep 24Ponting's Recap: 'The noise is not going to go away', Adelaide day four

The Unplayable Podcast's Louis Cameron spoke to Test legend Ricky Ponting for his Ashes analysis of day four in Adelaide, as Australia drew within six wickets of a 2-0 series lead.They chat about England's positive fight with the ball, Marcus Harris' stance in the Australian team and the persistence and grit shown by Mitchell Starc.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.

Dec 19, 202111 min

S2 Ep 23Ponting's Recap: 'I'm dying to see him get a crack with the newer ball', Adelaide day three

The Unplayable Podcast's Louis Cameron spoke to Test legend Ricky Ponting for his Ashes analysis of day three in Adelaide, as Australia overcame a slow start to further strengthen their position in the match.They chat about Nathan Lyon's change of ends, Mitchell Starc's performance and Cameron Green's growing stature with the ball. This podcast 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.

Dec 18, 202113 min

S2 Ep 22Ponting's Recap: 'He's really worried about one dismissal', Adelaide day two

Day two in Adelaide had far more action than the previous day's play, with Marnus Labuschagne notching up his first Ashes century, and Steve Smith very nearly scoring one of his own, before Michael Neser claimed his maiden Test wicket with just his second delivery.As play came to a close, Louis Cameron spoke with Test legend Ricky Ponting for his expert Ashes analysis, brought to you by HCL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 17, 202113 min

S2 Ep 21Ponting's Recap: 'Almost everything went to plan for the Aussies', Adelaide day one

It was Australia's day on day one in Adelaide, despite some drama on the morning of the match! Louis Cameron spoke with Test legend Ricky Ponting for his expert Ashes analysis, brought to you by HCL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 16, 202111 min

S2 Ep 20Cameron Green on taking Test wickets and playing pink-ball cricket

Australia allrounder Cameron Green chats to cricket.com.au's Louis Cameron ahead of the second Vodafone Ashes Test to go through his first few wickets at Test level and the side's preparation for game number two. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 14, 202118 min

S2 Ep 19Ponting's Recap: 'Almost flawless cricket' from Australia, Gabba day four

Test legend Ricky Ponting joined the Unplayable Podcast’s Louis Cameron to run the rule over Australia emphatic first Test victory over England at the Gabba.On the agenda is Australia’s ‘flawless cricket’ (1:20), Pat Cummins’ captaincy debut (3:00), England’s potential bowling changes for Adelaide (6:20), Warner’s injury and Australia’s XI (10:35), Neser or Richardson as the next cab off the rank (13:20) and confirmation of the Hobart Test (14:30). Ponting will be chatting to the Unplayable Podcast for every day of the Vodafone Ashes series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 11, 202116 min

S2 Ep 18Ponting's Recap: 'Easily his best Test knock', Gabba day three

Test legend Ricky Ponting joined the Unplayable Podcast’s Louis Cameron at the tea break to analyse day three at the Gabba. They discuss Travis Head’s brilliant 152 (1:00), the importance of Joe Root’s innings (6:00), Rory Burns’ choice to avoid the first ball (6:50), Nathan Lyon’s hunt for his 400th Test wicket (7:48) and David Warner’s likely injury replacement (8:40). Ponting will be chatting to the Unplayable Podcast for every day of the Vodafone Ashes series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 10, 202110 min

S2 Ep 17Ponting's Recap: 'It's not good enough', Gabba day two

Test legend Ricky Ponting joined the Unplayable Podcast’s Louis Cameron at the tea break to analyse day two at the Gabba.They chat about the Stokes no-ball and the front-foot debate (1:20), Australia’s tactics to Jack Leach (4:50), England’s quicks (7:40), Wood to Smith (8:40) and David Warner’s ton (10:00).Ponting will be chatting to the Unplayable Podcast for every day of the Vodafone Ashes series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 9, 202111 min

S2 Ep 16Ponting's Recap: "The Gabba went berserk", Gabba day one

Test legend Ricky Ponting joins the Unplayable Podcast’s Louis Cameron to analyse day one at the Gabba.They chat about Starc’s amazing start (1:00), England’s lack of preparation (5:27), Hazlewood’s threat against Root (7:10), Root’s call at the toss (9:20) and Anderson’s non-selection (11:00).Ponting will be chatting to the Unplayable Podcast for every day of the Vodafone Ashes series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 8, 202113 min

S2 Ep 15Marcus Harris on battling Broad, green pitches and facing the first ball; Ashes preview

Australian Test opener Marcus Harris joins the Unplayable Podcast from Brisbane two days out from the first Vodafone Ashes Test match to discuss his selection in the XI, his improvements, his nemesis and his opening partner. Enjoy daily recaps of the Test action as Ricky Ponting joins the Unplayable Podcast for every day of the Ashes series this summer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 6, 202130 min

S2 Ep 14'Talking pump' with Matt Renshaw, plus cricket, cranes and lawn care

The in-form and always entertaining Matt Renshaw joins Louis Cameron and Josh Schonafinger on this week's edition of the Unplayable Podcast to talk about his success at number five and share the science behind crane construction.Skip ahead to hear his thoughts on his different bats (4:09), his much-loved lawn (8:50), the Jake Weatherald incident (13:00), taking a break due to mental fatigue (15:40), a return to the Australian side (23:30) and the Strikers' prospects in the BBL (27:00).Don't forget to sign up to BBL Tipping at tipping.cricket.com.au. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 1, 202129 min

S2 Ep 13Cummins the captain? Australia need a new Test skipper

Following Tim Paine's resignation from the Test captaincy, cricket.com.au's Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron try to answer the big questions including who should be his successor.Topics in this episode include: Paine resigns (0:30), is Paine's batting good enough to retain his spot? (4:39), Alex Carey, Josh Inglis and other keeper options (6:40), the next in line for captain (9:48), potential vice-captains (15:12), Sheffield Shield round-up (16:16)Sign up to BKT BBL Tipping at tipping.cricket.com.au and listen to the Scoop Cricket Podcast for all the latest WBBL news and information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 23, 202121 min

S2 Ep 12Locked in: George Bailey discusses the Aussie Ashes squad to take on England

No Louis Cameron or Ruben Trumpelmann in this episode but the special guest more than makes up for it! The Unplayable Podcast's Josh Schonafinger and Martin Smith speak to Australia's chairman of selectors George Bailey to discuss the 15 players selected to take on England and the 11 'A' players who just missed out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 17, 202124 min

S2 Ep 11Who saw that coming? Mitch Marsh leads Australia to T20 World Cup glory

Australia clinched the men's T20 World Cup for the first time with a resounding victory over New Zealand and cricket.com.au's Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron, like a lot of the nation, stayed up past stupid o'clock to witness history. On this episode they recap Mitch Marsh's coming of age, the comeback of David Warner and the beauty of Ruben Trumpelmann. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 14, 202132 min

S2 Ep 10Final bound! Lower-order launches Aussies into T20 World Cup final

What did we just witness? cricket.com.au's Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron recap a phenomenal semi-final that saw Australia upset red-hot favourites Pakistan thanks to some lower-order hitting from Marcus Stoinis and Matthew Wade. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 11, 202119 min

S2 Ep 9Servo sunnies and semi-finals: Aussies qualify, heartbreak for Proteas and farewells for Windies legends

Cricket.com.au pair Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron were not wearing Chris Gayle's huge sunglasses but they still managed to keep a close eye on all the action from Australia's win over West Indies. The Aussies' spot in the semi-final was confirmed only after South Africa then failed to make up a net run-rate gap in their narrow win over England (0.46). Other hot topics were Josh Hazlewood's big game with the ball (4.01), how an impressive David Warner countered Akeal Hosein's 'filthy arm balls' (7.40), Mitch Marsh's improvement against spin (10.00), Gayle and Dwayne Bravo's international swansongs and whether it's advisable to face 150kph bowling in oversized service station-bought sunnies (11.42) before looking ahead to a likely semi-final match-up with Pakistan (16.55). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 7, 202121 min

S2 Ep 8THUMP! Zampa takes five and nearly a hat-trick as Aussies storm back into form

Coming off a loss to England, Australia responded in the best possible fashion with a thumping eight-wicket win over Bangladesh to put them in the box seat to qualify for the T20 World Cup semi-finals.Join Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron to recap all the action from Australia’s big win.Video highlights (AUS only): https://www.cricket.com.au/video/australia-bangladesh-match-highlights-video-t20-world-cup-zampa-hat-trick-finch-starc-maxwell-wade/2021-11-04 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 4, 202121 min

S2 Ep 7Frightening England flex their muscles against Australia

England made short work of Australia in their T20 World Cup clash and the Unplayable Podcast goes through the biggest moments of the mini Ashes encounter.Hosts Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron discuss whether world No.1 England have any chinks in their armour and what this result means for Australia's tournament hopes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 30, 202119 min

S2 Ep 6David Warner is back! Aussies get the job done against Sri Lanka at T20 World Cup

We stayed up late so you didn't have to! Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron from cricket.com.au recap Australia's win over Sri Lanka at the T20 World Cup in Dubai. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 28, 202117 min

S2 Ep 5Aussies down Proteas in low-scoring thriller as Hazlewood, Stoinis star

Australia got off the mark in the 2021 Men's T20 World Cup with a five-wicket win over South Africa. Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron from cricket.com.au watched the action and take you through the big moments from play. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 23, 202114 min

S2 Ep 4Australia T20 World Cup preview (and why is it called a 'double' hat-trick?)

Cricket.com.au duo Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron share the new ball and only occasionally stray into half-volley length in this bumper preview of Australia's upcoming T20 World Cup campaign. After recapping Australia's warm-up matches (0:43), they pose (and sometimes answer) all your burning questions (3.48), pick their best XIs (15.20), look at how Australia's opponents are faring (19.50) before a quick game of play or leave it (29.35). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 21, 202132 min

S2 Ep 3Ashton Agar on the World Cup, chatting with Dre Russ, mystery balls and ... Hector Bellerin?

Australia spinner Ashton Agar joins the Unplayable Podcast from the UAE ahead of the T20 World Cup to discuss his wedding (2:20), presenting brother Wes with his ODI cap (4:15), a new mystery delivery he's working on (12:12), Adam Zampa (16:00), getting tips from Andre Russell (21:55) and Australia T20 WC prep (28:09).Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron then break down England's Ashes squad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 12, 202142 min

S2 Ep 2Ellyse Perry continues to amaze & what on earth are long spikes?

First Test match of the summer done and dusted!Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron are joined by cricket.com.au's Adam Burnett to review the drawn day-night Test between Australia and India on the Gold Coast. They discuss Ellyse Perry (5:30), Smriti Mandhana (10:35), five-day women’s Tests (11:40), long bowling spikes (16:00), and look ahead to the T20s (17:15) while making some predictions on the series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 5, 202122 min

S2 Ep 1Shield drama, Test debuts and that no-ball

The Unplayable Podcast is back!In the season-opening episode, cricket.com.au's Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron:Discuss the postponed Sheffield Shield match in BrisbaneReview the brilliant ODI series between Australia and India including that no-ballTry to predict Australia's Test XI for the Gold Coast TestRecap the start to the men's domestic season including looking at the Redbacks' chancesCheck-in with the Aussies at the IPL ahead of the T20 World Cup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 28, 202126 min