For The Love Of Cricket

For The Love Of Cricket
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Dec 5, 2025 • 24min

England Rue Missed Chances as Australia Edge Ahead in Second Ashes Test

Jos and Broady tell us exactly what it feels like to drop a catch in a crucial Ashes Test as England let five chances slip at the Gabba. They relive the highs and lows of a draining day in the field and give their views on how England can fight back. Broady reveals his Joe Root misunderstanding – and his recent catch-up with a certain David Warner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 4, 2025 • 31min

Root’s Best Innings? Brilliant Ashes 100 Saves England on Gripping First Day in Brisbane

Stuart Broad and Jos Buttler pay tribute to their friend and team-mate Joe Root after he scores his first Ashes century in Australia at the Gabba. They discuss the genius of Mitchell Starc and why Harry Brook could learn from another England maverick Kevin Pietersen. Alex Carey’s keeping masterclass, Ben Stokes’s run-out and Nathan Lyon’s shock omission are all covered in the definitive Ashes round-up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 1, 2025 • 45min

Mitchell Starc ‘Licking His Lips’: Haddin & Healy Join Broady to Preview Second Ashes Test

Aussie greats Brad Haddin and Alyssa Healy from the Willow Talk podcast join Stuart Broad to look ahead to the second Ashes Test in Brisbane.Healy says husband Mitchell Starc is ‘licking his lips’ at the prospect of bowling to England with a pink ball as Australia target a 2-0 lead.Haddin and Broady relive the infamous walking controversy from Trent Bridge in 2013 and the Alex Carey stumping at Lord’s in 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Nov 28, 2025 • 43min

How do England Bounce Back? Should Head Open Again? Broad & Buttler Answer Your Ashes Questions 🔥

Broady takes a break from his Aussie adventures to catch up with Jos and answer your questions on the Ashes.Should Jamie Smith bat above Ben Stokes? What is the pink ball like to bowl with? And which three Aussies would Jos and Broady like to go for a beer with?Plus, big match preparation tips, facing the short ball – and what’s the most fun Jos has ever had on a cricket pitch? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Nov 24, 2025 • 29min

Mark Wood: Raw Emotion Inside England Dressing Room After Losing Ashes First Test

Mark Wood, a dynamic right-arm fast bowler for England, shares a candid look into the team’s emotional aftermath following their loss in Perth. He discusses the flatness felt after the match and reflects on the pride in their day-one bowling performance. Wood reveals the shock of Travis Head's aggressive batting and the tactical frustrations faced during the chase. The conversation dives into the honest discussions in the dressing room post-match, and he expresses optimism as the team prepares for a critical comeback in Brisbane.
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Nov 22, 2025 • 38min

England Crumble in Perth as ‘Travball’ Inspires Australia to Ashes Test Victory 🇦🇺

Stuart Broad and Jos Buttler try to make sense of Australia’s two-day win in the first Ashes Test in Perth.They marvel at the batting of Travis Head and the bowling of Mitchell Starc in a ruthless Australia display.How do England bounce back? With their inside knowledge of captain Ben Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum, Jos and Broady give their views. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Nov 21, 2025 • 36min

Pandemonium in Perth: England Fight Back as 19 Wickets Tumble on Day 1

Former England fast bowler Stuart Broad shares his front-row perspective on the chaotic first day of the Ashes in Perth. He recounts England's shocking collapse to 172 all out and their thrilling comeback, reducing Australia to 123-9. Broad discusses Ben Stokes' tactical brilliance and the drastic impact of Usman Khawaja's injury on the Aussie lineup. With humorous anecdotes about Aussie fans and social media banter, he reflects on the intense atmosphere and the series' potential, leaving listeners eager for more cricket drama.
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Nov 20, 2025 • 30min

Broady’s Ashes verdict: Why England must win in Perth

Adam Collins, an Australian cricket journalist and commentator renowned for his insights on the game, joins Broady for an engaging discussion in Perth. They delve into the unique characteristics of the Optus Stadium pitch, exploring its speed and bounce. The duo debates England's seam-heavy squad selection and the strategic use of bowlers like Wood and Atkinson. With critical players missing for Australia, they ponder the pressure on England to secure a win and share personal stories of managing debut nerves of Ashes players. It's a thrilling forecast for a historic series!
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Nov 18, 2025 • 1h 3min

Ashes Fever! Broad & Buttler's Big Series Preview 🇦🇺🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Stuart Broad and Jos Buttler are buzzing as they look ahead to the start of the Ashes series down under this week.They chat about the importance of the first ball in Perth and the unique challenges of batting and bowling in Australia.Broad relives his titanic - and often fruitless - battles with Australia batting icon Steve Smith.And both pick out the key battles that will decide the ultimate Test series.🩸 Use code LOVEOFCRICKET to get 20% off your first Thriva blood test: ⁠http://thriva.co/Buy the ‘For The Love of Cricket’ WineCase by Laithwaites, handpicked by Stuart & Jos: ⁠https://www.laithwaites.co.uk/product/X15614Subscribe to our newsletter: ⁠https://loveofcricket.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Nov 11, 2025 • 1h 5min

Ashes-Winning Formula: Trott’s Five Secrets to Success Down Under 🏆🇦🇺

Jonathan Trott, a hero of England’s 2010-11 Ashes victory, tells Stuart Broad and Jos Buttler how Sir Andrew Strauss’s team toppled the Aussies in their own back yard.With unique insight, humour and untold stories, Trott relives England’s only Ashes triumph down under since the 1980s and gives Ben Stokes tips on how to repeat the feat.Trott then recalls the raw emotion of leaving the 2013-14 tour with a stress-related illness and reflects on the intense demands of life as an international cricketer.Enter the 2026 Lord’s ticket ballot here: ⁠http://bit.ly/4qcHUet⁠Subscribe to our newsletter: ⁠https://loveofcricket.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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