Tailenders

The phone lines are open for our first ‘Little Yearns Special’ - those small, inconsequential things we’d love to do if we were International Cricketers. Topics covered include Ceefax, media duties, fines, sweaty kit, small waves and warm up routines. Plus Mattchin makes an unexpected and unmissable appearance on National Radio.

World Cup and IPL Winner Liam Livingstone, someone Greg has rated for many years, is our special guest. Some amazing insights about playing with Virat Kohli, England, The Hundred, winning The IPL, captaincy and ‘alignment sticks’. Plus a brand new quiz ’Set in Stone. Livingstone’.

Jimmy’s back with more rounds of ‘Mark Wood I Lie to You?’, Mattchin’s beach cricket match, turning it up to a Hundred, loads of listeners ‘Little Yearns’, a cricket history lesson and your ‘Correspondence of Uncertainty’. Go Well.

Former England and Surrey batter Mark Butcher joins us to talk about the extraordinary story he has been investigating in his new BBC Sounds series ‘Hansie Cronje:Fall from Grace’. Plus, what’s it like to face Allan Donald and Courtney Walsh, Oasis, Falling Over and we have a name for our new (ish) feature.

Live(ish) from The Richie Benaud commentary box at The Foster's Oval, an emergency podcast after one of the greatest Test matches ever which nearly cost Greg his marriage, left Felix explaining cricket to Baseball players and ruined a game of ‘Call of Duty’ for Jimmy.

Fast bowler Mark Wood joins the banter-filled quiz that sparks laughter and competition. The crew dissects the thrilling drawn Test match between England and India, celebrating Joe Root's impressive feats. Amusing cricket anecdotes are shared, alongside quirky player names and tech mishaps in officiating. Discussion even takes a light-hearted detour into chocolate's potential effect on performance. Finally, plans for a whimsical beach cricket match add a fun twist, showcasing their camaraderie and love for the sport.

Issy Wong, an England international cricketer, brings fresh insights from the England Women’s camp. The discussion playfully fluctuates between cricket nuances and witty anecdotes, including amusing travel habits and food preferences on the go. Wong also humorously addresses unique restroom experiences while touching on cricket legends like Jimmy Anderson. The camaraderie amongst players shines as they reflect on the spirit and traditions of cricket, highlighting the sport’s blend of competition and joy.

The hosts dive into the thrilling finish of England's close victory over India at Lord's. They reflect on how Jimmy inspired Joe Root’s astounding century. Humorous banter about cricket’s emotional theater highlights team dynamics and player antics. A scorecard project shares struggles and connects music with sports through Brian May's unique involvement. The discussion also embraces community celebrations and a charity run while teasing future topics, including notorious sports crimes. It's a cricket fan’s dream filled with insightful commentary and laughter!

A full review of the 2nd Men's Test between England and India as the visitors square the series 1-1. Plus, should England play Jofra Archer in the 3rd Test? Jimmy's travel woes, The County Grind and having a blast in the Blast. Plus we’re live (ish) from The Crucible Theatre with snooker, GCS and a special Yorkshire edition of ‘Meet or No Meet'.

1981, 2019 and now 2025 - Headingley delivers another classic Test Match. Plus, ‘How do you bowl at Rishabh Pant?’, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Felix takes a ‘temperature check’ on Test Cricket in Europe, Jimmy the Captain, Kookaburra balls and Jofra is back! We’re also joined by journalist and author Dean Wilson to look back on the life of the late, great David ’Syd’ Lawrence.