The Unplayable Podcast

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sheffield Shield-winning Queensland captain Usman Khawaja joins cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris on the series finale of The Unplayable Podcast to discuss the Bulls' triumph over the Blues in the Marsh Sheffield Shield final (0:55), turning into Captain Grumpy this season (09:30), Queensland's Shield victory celebrations (14:17), dealing with the challenges this summer (17:30), the bonus-points system and new Kookaburra balls (20:23), possible innovations (33:36), his future in Aussie colours (39:44) and his thoughts on The Test and teammate Marnus Labuschagne (42:55). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the penultimate Unplayable Podcast episode of the season, cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris is joined by hard-hitting wicketkeeper-batter Alyssa Healy to talk about the Australian Women's Cricket Team's incredible ODI winning streak (01:04) and pace ace Mitch Starc to discuss the upcoming Marsh Sheffield Shield final between the Blues and the Bulls (28:14). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia vice-captain and Kolkata Knight Riders quick Pat Cummins joins cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to preview the upcoming Indian Premier League season by going through each club in alphabetical order and naming a danger man and player to watch (4:15) before finishing off with a look ahead to the upcoming finals in the Marsh One-Day Cup and Marsh Sheffield Shield (29:00). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris is joined by Australia off-spinner Nathan Lyon on this week's episode of The Unplayable Podcast to discuss playing his first full Marsh Sheffield season with NSW (1:12), getting overlooked in all the captaincy talk (9:15), reflecting on the Test series against India (16:15), who he is backing in the ICC World Test Championship final (25:24) and how he has two eyes on the Ashes already (27:41). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Australia opener, Tasmania legend and successful coach Michael Di Venuto chats to cricket.com.au reporter Sam Ferris about his coaching/lurking role with Tasmania (01:55), coaching England powerhouse County Surrey and the state of first-class cricket in England and Australia (4:51), the impressive talent in Australia (16:03), working with Steve Smith (19:11), England's chances in the Ashes and their bowling rotation policy ( 21:33) and Diva's coaching aspirations (26:47). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris has an in-depth chat with Australia, Tasmania and Hurricanes fast bowler Riley Meredith, starting with his junior days (01:00), early days with Tasmania (05:41), professional debuts (09:00), his first taste of the KFC BBL (17:00), his glorious moustache and compliments from Shane Warne (22:50), his international debut in NZ (27:35), WWED (34:50) and saving the domestic season (38:20) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, cricket.com.au journalists Sam Ferris and Louis Cameron review Australia's men's T20 tour of New Zealand and look ahead to this year's T20 World Cup in India (00:52) before discussing the latest round of the Marsh Sheffield Shield and some of the standout performers (27:00). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the eve of his 100th match for Australia, leg-spinner Adam Zampa joins cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to discuss the ongoing T20 tour of New Zealand (00:30), reflect on his career that started five years and 99 matches ago (10:20) and break down the numbers from his games in the green and gold of his country (24:40). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia allrounder Ashton Agar joins cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to discuss his cricket comeback in Christchurch (00:47), Devon Conway's incredible knock (05:17), Australia's run chase (08:20), his combination with Adam Zampa and what 'defensive bowling' means (10:34), how Australia can rebound under head coach Andrew McDonald (15:28), the squad's new IPL millionaires (19:10) and finish with the mysterious origins of his unusual nickname (23:26). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia and NSW fast bowler Josh Hazlewood joins cricket.com.au reporter Sam Ferris to chat about the Border-Gavaskar Test series (01:24), the postponed South Africa Test tour (08:08), the India-England Test series (09:20), new NSW one-day captain Pat Cummins and the Marsh Sheffield Shield resumption (13:06), the IPL (19:45) and finish with a game of Play It or Leave It (21:04). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sydney Sixers fast bowler Sean Abbott and NSW Breakers captain Alyssa Healy join cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris this week. First, Abbott revisits the Sydney Sixers' KFC BBL win over the Perth Scorchers and the epic celebrations (01:05) before Healy discusses NSW's upcoming WNCL season and the new Amazon cricket documentary 'The Record', which covers Australia's dramatic T20 World Cup win in 2020 (16:18). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adelaide Strikers coach and former Australia fast bowler Jason Gillespie chats with cricket.com.au reporter Sam Ferris about the Strikers' season (00:47), the players who impressed this summer (01:48), life in the BBL bubble (07:56), the two remaining finals and Dizzy's tip to win the title (10:59) before discussing the new BBL rules and potential tweaks that could be made (15:57). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following India's remarkable 2-1 defeat of Australia in the Vodafone Test series, cricket.com.au reporter Sam Ferris chats with senior writer Andrew Ramsey and former England international and Fox Cricket commentator Isa Guha about what is being called one of the greatest Test series ever. Sam and Rambo break down the fourth Test and the series on a whole (00:31) before Sam speaks with Isa (19:30) about the incredible result, Ajinkya Rahane's leadership, what this means for next summer's Ashes and what it's like working at Fox Cricket before Rambo picks his performances of the summer (36:30) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hall of Famer Ricky Ponting breaks down day five of the fourth Vodafone Test at the Gabba, where India re-wrote the history books by chasing down a monster target and sealing the series 2-1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting recaps day four of the fourth and final Vodafone Test at the Gabba, where Australia set India 328 to win the series decider. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hall of Famer Ricky Ponting recaps day three of the fourth Vodafone Test at the Gabba where a magnificent lower-order partnership changed the course of the match. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hall of Famer Ricky Ponting recaps day two of the fourth Vodafone Test at the Gabba where the match is delicately poised after rain cut short another enthralling day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting recaps day one of the fourth Vodafone Test at the Gabba where the hosts posted 5-274 at stumps and India suffered more injury setbacks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, cricket.com.au reporters Sam Ferris and Josh Schonafinger quickly recap the third Test in Sydney before looking ahead to the series-deciding finale at the Gabba. Also hear from Australia captain Tim Paine and Nathan Lyon ahead of his 100th Test. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting wraps up the final day of the third Vodafone Test at the SCG where India batted out the final day to draw the match and set up a series decider in Brisbane. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hall of Famer Ricky Ponting discusses the major talking points from the fourth day of the third Test at the SCG where Australia put in another dominant display to be just eight wickets away from taking a 2-1 series lead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting breaks down day three of the third Vodafone Test at the SCG where Australia dominated India from start to finish to be in complete control of the match. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting recaps day two of the third Test at the SCG where Steve Smith scored his 27th Test century and India hold a slight advantage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting recaps day one of the third Vodafone Test at the SCG where Australia are in command at 2-166 at stumps. Will Pucovski lived a charmed life on his way to an impressive 62 before Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith saw the Aussies to the close of play. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.