Test Match Special No Balls: The Finch Who Stole Christmas
Dec 11, 2025
In this engaging chat, Aaron Finch, the former Australia white-ball captain and World Cup-winning leader, shares insights on Australia's Ashes hopes and the mindset in the dressing room. He discusses his smooth transition into commentary and reflects on the evolution of England's white-ball cricket. Finch also touches on his preparations for future World Cups and reveals amusing thoughts on life after cricket, including hypothetical animal-catching scenarios. It's a fascinating mix of cricket strategy and light-hearted banter!
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Missing On-Field Edge
- Aaron Finch says lack of on-field trash talk made the early Ashes feel less spicy and intense.
- He notes commentary and past players supplied most of the heat rather than current players, reducing in-game edge.
Finding Joy In Commentary
- Finch describes enjoying commentary across IPL, World Cups and test matches after retirement.
- He highlights a memorable Adelaide Oval night Test against India as a career highlight in the box.
The 'Receipts' That Motivated Australia
- Finch recounts Adam Zampa keeping newspaper clippings of critics after the 2021 T20 World Cup.
- The Australian group used those 'receipts' as motivation after winning the tournament.