The Cricket Podcast

The Ashes are HERE! And what about the Women's World Cup?! The boys are back to dissect the biggest talking points in cricket this week! First up, England's Men's Ashes squad has just been announced. Was the selection panel smoking something? Are the openers good enough? Will Bazball survive Down Under, or will it all end in a disastrous 5-0 hammering? We go through the ins and outs, the shock inclusions, and the baffling omissions that have the cricket world talking. Then, we turn our attention to the Women's World Cup! Australia are the overwhelming favourites, but can anyone actually stop them? We break down the chances of England and the dark horses, pick out the key players to watch, and look at the brutal schedule that could make or break a campaign. Plus, we cover all the latest news from around the world. Tune in for the sharp analysis, passionate debate, and questionable predictions you've come to expect! Visit www.betterhelp.com/CRICKETPOD to get 10% off your first month – as heard on the podcast. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join us for a recap of the England vs. Ireland T20I series, where England showcased a dominant performance, winning 2-0 overall. We'll highlight Phil Salt's explosive batting displays, including his incredible 89 off 46 balls against Ireland, which followed a record-breaking 141 not out against South Africa just days before the series. Did Salt cement his place as a T20 superstar with these sensational performances? Later, we'll delve into the contentious 2025 Asia Cup, focusing on the controversial caught-behind dismissal of Fakhar Zaman in the India vs. Pakistan match. We'll unpack why Pakistan filed an official complaint to the ICC regarding the TV umpire's decision and the earlier refusal by Indian players to shake hands with the Pakistan team at the toss and after the game. This incident led to Pakistan's complaint against match referee Andy Pycroft to the ICC. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jacob Bethell finally showed good on his talent with an impressive century in a thumping win over South Africa to hand England a consolation win in the ODI series. Attentions then turned to the T20s where the first one finished in slightly farcical fashion following a day of rain. Elsewhere, the SA20 auction wrapped up with Dewald Brevis pocketing the big bucks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Harry Brook's England have lost their Series v South Africa and face being whitewashed. The Cricket Podcast boys dive into the action from the two ODIs talking through the good and bad from both matches. And, earlier in the podcast they wrap up The Hundred, as The Oval Invincibles completed the Three-peat and Northern Super Chargers overcame the undefeated Southern Brave. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Root lit up The Hundred this week for the Trent Rockets as he helped them secure their place in the play-offs. Meanwhile Oval Invincibles look set for a 3-peat on the men's side and Southern Brave have dominated the women's competition. Elsewhere, Cheteshwar Pujara hung up his spikes and will go down as a modern great and an Indian legend. Visit www.betterhelp.com/CRICKETPOD to get 10% off your first month – as heard on the podcast. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join us for an exciting look at England's cricket team as Jacob Bethell takes the reins as its youngest captain ever, particularly focused on The Hundred. We'll explore Bethell's leadership in this dynamic format and its impact on the squad's future. This episode also delves into The Hundred tournament looking at recent performances and what we've made of the tournament at the half-way stage. Visit www.betterhelp.com/CRICKETPOD to get 10% off your first month – as heard on the podcast. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We give our final thoughts on the thrilling Test series between England and India. Who was our player of the series, where does the series rank in terms of all time cricket moments and what does it mean for England's Ashes chances. And The Hundred is back. What do we make of the 2025 edition of the tournament? Visit ⁠www.betterhelp.com/CRICKETPOD⁠ to get 10% off your first month – as heard on the podcast. Links to podcast audio: ⁠https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod⁠ Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: ⁠https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod⁠ Buy coffee: ⁠https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee⁠ Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the game in the balance on day 5, a herculean effort from Siraj meant India took the win at the Oval and tied the series 2-2. What was our reaction to this famous test match? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This podcast recaps the exciting conclusion of the 5th Test between England and India at The Oval. England needed 374 runs to win and secure the series, facing a challenging task on the final day. The game was closely contested at the end of Day 4, with England needing 35 more runs to win, and India needing 4 more wickets for victory. England's pursuit of a record chase at The Oval was led by a century from Joe Root. He scored his 39th Test hundred off 137 balls before getting out with 37 runs left to score. Harry Brook also played a key role, hitting 111 off 98 balls, bringing England within 73 runs of their target. But India fought back and still have a chance. Visit www.betterhelp.com/CRICKETPOD to get 10% off your first month – as heard on the podcast. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After England scored a mammoth 669 to take a commanding lead and leave India 0-2 on Day 4, all thoughts turned to an England win. But a fantastic display from India's batters on a flat Old Trafford pitch saw India home to a comfortable draw. Some late shenanigans gave us something to talk about, however, as Jadeja and Sundar wound up weary England by turning down an early finish to reach their centuries. 1 test to go and the trophy remains up for grabs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices