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Ashes winner Steve Harmison and Neil Manthorp host Following On, your ultimate cricket podcast for the biggest news from the crease.


This is your complete guide to world cricket with weekly global cricket news, debate, and tour previews.


When we're on tour, you're on tour as you'll get live on-the-ground post-match breakdowns for every England Test, ODI, and T20 match.


Plus, join Howzat For A Pod every Wednesday for pub-style debate on the week's biggest stories - from Ben Stokes, to The Hundred, to the Women's World Cup.



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Published 2023-02-24

Following On In New Zealand - Brilliant Brook & Root's Return To Form!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England bowler Steve Harmison and the current New Zealand all-rounder Frankie MacKay to look back at Day One of the Second Test between New Zealand and England at Wellington, with the tourists recovering from 21-3 to close the day on 315-3. They hear exclusively from the England batter Harry Brook after he scored his 4th Test Match Hundred, whilst they also laud the brilliance of Joe Root, who scored his 29th Test Century in the closing stages of the day. They also discuss where it went wrong for the Kiwis, and look ahead to the start of Day 2, which begins 30 minutes earlier at 9:30pm UK time.

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Published 2023-02-23

Following On In New Zealand - England Continue Preparations At A Wet Wellington!

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Sam Ellard is joined by talkSPORT Cricket commentators Dan McHardy and Neil Manthorp to build up to the second Test match between New Zealand and England in Wellington, with every ball live & exclusive on talkSPORT 2. They discuss how the weather may affect the first couple of days of this Test Match, what to expect from the wicket at the Basin Reserve - and they also hear exclusively from the England captain Ben Stokes and the New Zealand captain Tim Southee.

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Published 2023-02-21

Following On In New Zealand - Exclusive Interview With Ben Duckett

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Neil Manthorp speaks exclusively to the England batter Ben Duckett after his return to the England side after 6 years away from International Cricket. They reflect on his debut against Bangladesh back in 2016, discuss whether he was called up too soon - and look ahead to the future, as he looks to cement a place in the Test side for this summer's Ashes series.

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Published 2023-02-20

The Cricket Collective - Broad & Anderson Make History As England Win At The Mount!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's 267-run win over New Zealand in the first Test match at Mount Maunganui. They hear exclusively from the England captain Ben Stokes, as well as fast bowlers Jimmy Anderson and Stuart Broad - who become the most successful partnership in Test history, taking 1,009 wickets whilst on the field together. They also praise the brilliance of Harry Brook, debate what changes need to be made by New Zealand ahead of this week's second Test, and also hear from the parents of England batter Ollie Pope. They also discuss a monumental collapse for Australia in their defeat to India in the second Test match, and discuss the news that Netherlands all-rounder Bas de Leede has signed for Durham on a two-year deal.

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Published 2023-02-19

Following On In New Zealand - England Thrash New Zealand At The Mount!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison, and the New Zealand Cricket commentator Dan McHardy to look back at England's 267-run win over New Zealand in the first Test Match at Mount Maunganui. They hear exclusively from the England captain Ben Stokes, New Zealand captain Tim Southee and the England batter Harry Brook. They also wax lyrical about the partnership of James Anderson & Stuart Broad, and also look ahead to what changes the Black Caps could possibly make for next week's second Test in Wellington.

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Published 2023-02-18

Following On In New Zealand - Record-Breaking Broad's Brilliance Puts England On The Verge Of Victory!

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Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison and the New Zealand Cricket commentator Dan McHardy to look back at Day 3 of the first Test between New Zealand and England, with England needing just 5 more wickets for victory. They discuss a dominant day for the tourists, pay tribute to the Broad & Anderson partnership, after they became the most successful in Test history, and they hear exclusively from the England bowler Stuart Broad.

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Published 2023-02-17

Following On In New Zealand - Brilliant Blundell Frustrates England On Day Two

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison and the New Zealand Cricket commentator Dan McHardy to look back at Day 2 of the first Test between New Zealand and England, with England closing on 79-2, a lead of 98 runs. They reflect on an even day at the Mount, look ahead to a crucial Day 3, and hear exclusively from both the England bowler Ollie Robinson, and the New Zealand centurion Tom Blundell.

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Published 2023-02-16

Following On In New Zealand - England Dominate Day One At The Mount!

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Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison, and the New Zealand Cricket commentator Dan McHardy to look back at a good day for England, on Day 1 of the first Test against New Zealand at Mount Maunganui. New Zealand finish the day on 37-3, and trail by 288 runs after half-centuries from Ben Duckett & Harry Brook saw England declare on 325-9 in their first innings. They hear exclusively from the two England half-century makers, and the New Zealand bowler Neil Wagner reflects on his 4 wickets. You can hear live & exclusive ball-by-ball commentary of Day 2 of the first Test between New Zealand and England on talkSPORT 2 from 12:30am on Friday morning.

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Published 2023-02-15

Following On In New Zealand - Stokes, Southee & Setting The Scene At The Mount!

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Sam Ellard is joined by Cricket commentators Dan McHardy and Neil Manthorp to preview England's first Test against New Zealand, with every ball live & exclusive on talkSPORT 2. They hear exclusively from the England captain Ben Stokes and the New Zealand captain Tim Southee, and discuss what we can expect from the 5 days at the Bay Oval this week.

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Published 2023-02-14

The Cricket Collective - New Zealand v England Series Preview & England Flying In The Women's World Cup!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to preview England's two-Test series in New Zealand, which is live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2. They hear exclusively from the England Head Coach Brendon McCullum, as well as both Stuart Broad and James Anderson. England bowler Ollie Robinson discusses the struggles of using a pink ball, whilst England spinner Jack Leach explains how much the new regime has helped his game. New Zealand Head Coach Gary Stead praises England's new style of play, and we discuss the week's other big stories - as Australia are thrashed in the first Test against India; England win both of their opening T20 World Cup matches, and the points system has again been changed ahead of this year's County Championship.

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Published 2023-02-13

Following On In New Zealand - Jimmy Anderson; Ollie Robinson & Stranded In San Francisco!

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Sam Ellard brings you all the build up to England's two-match Test series in New Zealand. We hear exclusively from the England bowler James Anderson, who believes this Test side can get even better despite winning 9 of their last 10 matches. England bowler Ollie Robinson discusses the year ahead, and playing with Steve Smith at Sussex in May. The former England fast bowler Steve Harmison looks back on the 2008 series, which saw Anderson & Broad replace him and Matthew Hoggard as England's opening bowlers - and we speak to a Barmy Army member stranded in San Francisco, as a cyclone causes travel disruption across New Zealand.

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Published 2023-02-10

Following On in New Zealand - Hamilton hoodlums, fake news and dirty underpants

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Jon Norman and Sam Ellard get ready to bunker down ahead of an incoming cyclone, decide who would be the best of the travelling cricket journos to be alongside in a fistfight, Jon gives his version of the aborted landing escapade in Los Angeles, Harmy pays homage to Joe Root and Chris Silverwood and Sam interviews Ollie Pope in his pjs.

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Published 2023-02-09

Following On In New Zealand - Brendon McCullum On His First Year In Charge & Harmison Arrives In Hamilton!

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Sam Ellard is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's warm-up game against the New Zealand XI in Hamilton. They discuss what England's XI may look like for the first Test; assess the form of Harry Brook, and look at what threat the hosts may pose in this series. They also hear exclusively from the England Head Coach Brendon McCullum, who looks back at his first year in the role.

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Published 2023-02-08

Following On In New Zealand - Is Harry Brook England's Best Talent Since Joe Root?

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Sam Ellard brings you all the reaction from Day One of England's warm-up game against New Zealand in Hamilton. He speaks exclusively to the England batter Harry Brook after his 97 at Seddon Park, which included 5 sixes in an over, and we also get the thoughts of The Cricketer Magazine's George Dobell. As well as this, Sam speaks to a member of the Barmy Army to see how they are preparing for the series.

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Published 2023-02-07

Following On In New Zealand - Jack Leach & Jamieson Preview The Test Series!

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Sam Ellard rounds up all the action from Hamilton, as England begin preparations for their two-match Test series against New Zealand later this month. We hear exclusively from the England spinner Jack Leach, and also get the thoughts of the New Zealand all-rounder Kyle Jamieson. Sam is also joined by the PA's Cricket Reporter Rory Dollard to look ahead to next week's first Test, with every ball live & exclusive on talkSPORT 2.

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Published 2023-02-06

The Cricket Collective - Archer's Return; Ahmed's Call-Up & Jon Lewis Previews The T20 World Cup

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler to reflect on England's ODI series defeat to South Africa. They discuss a career-best return for Jofra Archer after his 6-40 helped England win the third & final ODI by 59 runs. England captain Jos Buttler discusses his frustrations at not being able to select his best squad available for the white-ball tour of Bangladesh in March, with Somerset batter Tom Abell and Leicestershire spinner Rehan Ahmed included for the first time. As well as this, we hear from the New Zealand Head Coach Gary Stead after Kyle Jamieson returns to their Test squad to face England later this month, and the guys are joined by the England Head Coach Jon Lewis to preview the Women's T20 World Cup, which starts this week in South Africa.

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Published 2023-02-02

Following On Special - How Is Franchise Cricket Affecting County Cricket?

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Mark Butcher is joined by the Director of Cricket at Yorkshire Darren Gough and the Head of Cricket at Derbyshire Mickey Arthur to discuss how the rise in Franchise leagues around the world have impacted County Cricket. They discuss the modern-day trends of the game, how the schedule and rise of T20 Cricet has affected recruitment, and discuss where the game is heading in the future.

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Published 2023-02-01

Following On In South Africa - Jofra Archer's Six Wickets Sees England Home!

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Mark Butcher is joined by former England internationals Matt Prior, Steve Harmison and Alex Tudor to look back at England's 59-run win over South Africa in the third ODI in Kimberley. They discuss a maiden ODI five-wicket haul for Jofra Archer, who registered figures of 6-40, and they look at match-winning centuries from Jos Buttler and Dawid Malan, as England recovered from 14-3 to post 346-7 in their innings. They also hear from the England captain Jos Buttler and the South Africa captain Temba Bavuma.

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Published 2023-01-31

The Cricket Collective - Should We Be Worried About England's ODI Form Ahead Of The World Cup?

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's ODI series defeat to South Africa, which was live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2. They hear from the England captain Jos Buttler, who's admitted his struggles in adapting back to the 50 over format following a diet of just T20 Cricket in recent times, whilst vice-captain Moeen Ali bemoans the schedule which has limited England's opportunity to have a full strength side available for this series. England batter Jason Roy reflects on a very difficult 12 months after returning to form with an 11th ODI Century on Friday, and the England bowler Jofra Archer looks back at his first International appearance in 22 months. We also discuss what this series win means for South Africa when it comes to their hopes of automatic qualification for the World Cup, and we discuss the big stories of the week - as England allow Alex Hales to miss the Bangladesh series to play in the PSL, and Matthew Mott leaves the door open for Ben Stokes to un-retire from ODI Cricket in the future.

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Published 2023-01-30

Following On In South Africa - Buttler On His 50 Over Struggles; Batty & Arthur Discuss The Psychology Of Cricket

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Neil Manthorp brings you all the best reaction to England's five-wicket defeat to South Africa in the second ODI in Bloemfontein. We hear exclusively from both Jos Buttler and Temba Bavuma, and the England captain discusses his struggles to adjust back to playing 50 over Cricket. As well as this, we get the thoughts of the England vice-captain Moeen Ali. We also bring you our interval feature from yesterday's second ODI, as Andrew McKenna is joined by the Surrey Head Coach Gareth Batty and the Head of Cricket at Derbyshire Mickey Arthur to discuss what it's like to go through a loss of form at the highest level, focusing in particular on the England opener Jason Roy.

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Published 2023-01-29

Following On In South Africa - Bavuma Hundred Seals The Series For The Proteas!

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Mark Butcher is joined by former England internationals Gareth Batty and Matt Prior and the former South Africa Head Coach Mickey Arthur to look back at South Africa's five-wicket win over England in the 2nd ODI in Bloemfontein. They discuss what this result means for the hosts, laud a brilliant from the South Africa captain Temba Bavuma, and ask if England should be worried about a 5th consecutive ODI defeat. They also hear from the England captain Jos Buttler, and the Proteas skipper Temba Bavuma.

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Published 2023-01-28

Following On In South Africa - Roy On His Recent Struggles & Can England Bounce Back?

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the Daily Telegraph's Cricket Correspondent Will Macpherson to look back at yesterday's first One-Day International between South Africa and England, with the Proteas going 1-0 up in the three-match series following a 27-run win in Bloemfontein. They hear exclusively from the England batter Jason Roy after scoring his 11th ODI century, and they also get the thoughts of the England captain Jos Buttler. South Africa batter Rassie van der Dussen looks back on the significance of their win yesterday, and they also speak to the Proteas fast bowler Sisanda Magala.

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Published 2023-01-27

Following On In South Africa - England Lose A Thriller In Bloemfontein!

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Mark Butcher is joined by the former South Africa Head Coach Mickey Arthur and the Cricket Writer Jarrod Kimber to look back at England's 27-run defeat to South Africa in the first ODI in Bloemfontein. They discuss a remarkable recovery from the hosts, a brilliant return to form for Jason Roy, and look back at Jofra Archer's first International game in 22 months. They also hear from England captain Jos Buttler, South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma and the Man of the Match Sisanda Magala.

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Published 2023-01-26

Following On In South Africa - Buttler Ready For South Africa Test; Bavuma To Embrace Bazball?

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the Daily Telegraph's Cricket Correspondent Will Macpherson to look ahead to the first One Day International between South Africa and England in Bloemfontein. We hear exclusively from the England white-ball captain Jos Buttler as well as the South Africa captain Temba Bavuma. England fast bowler Jofra Archer discusses his aims to play in the Ashes, and we hear from the former England bowler Darren Gough, who looks ahead to the series.

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Published 2023-01-25

Following On In South Africa - Jofra Archer On His Return; Roy To Open And Mott Discusses Stokes U-Turn

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Neil Manthorp is joined in Bloemfontein by the Daily Telegraph's Cricket Correspondent Will Macpherson to preview England's upcoming ODI series against South Africa, with every ball live & exclusive on talkSPORT 2 this Friday! The England bowler Jofra Archer discusses his 18 months away from International Cricket, and how he feels about returning, whilst England Head Coach Matthew Mott talks about Jason Roy's worrying form ahead of this series, and whether Ben Stokes will come out of ODI retirement in time for the World Cup. We also speak with South Africa's new red-ball coach Shukri Conrad, who will take interim charge of this series. You can hear every ball of England's three-match ODI series against South Africa live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2.

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Published 2023-01-24

The Cricket Collective - South Africa v England Preview; Faf du Plessis On Amla's Retirement & Smith Signs For Sussex!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look ahead to England's three-match ODI series against South Africa, with every ball live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2! We discuss both squads, and what this series means for both sides. The former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis joins us to pay tribute to his former team-mate Hashim Amla, who announced his retirement from the game this week, and he also discusses his own future, with reports suggesting he could come out of International retirement to play for South Africa again. And we end the show by discussing the news that Steve Smith has signed a short-term deal with Sussex to play 3 County Championship games just before this summer's Ashes series.

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Published 2023-01-17

The Cricket Collective - Saqib Mahmood On His Ashes Hopes & Split Coaches For South Africa!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at the week's biggest stories. They discuss the news that Ben Stokes & Brendon McCullum have consulted the counties about playing a more positive style of Cricket, and they hear from the former South Africa Head Coach Mickey Arthur. The England bowler Saqib Mahmood joins us to reflect on his call-up to the England Lions and also his hopes for both the Ashes and the Cricket World Cup later this year. The newly appointed England Elite Pace Bowling Coach Neil Kileen joins us to discuss his new role, and leaving Durham after 30 years with the country. And we end the show by discussing split coaches with South Africa, Morne Morkel joining the New Zealand Women coaching staff, and Kemar Roach returning to Surrey.

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Published 2023-01-09

The Cricket Collective - McGrath & Hussey Preview The Ashes & The Launch Of The SA20!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England bowler Steve Harmison for an early preview ahead of this summer's Ashes series. They hear exclusively from the Australia great Glenn McGrath as well as the former Australia captain Mark Taylor and the former Australia batter Mike Hussey, who all give their views on England's style of play and how it'll fare in the Ashes. We also look ahead to the start of the inaugural SA20 in South Africa, and hear from the Proteas captain Dean Elgar, who wants Cricket South Africa to allow them to play more Test Cricket. As well as this, we look back at a thrilling draw between Pakistan and New Zealand in Karachi, discuss Lord Patel's resignation as the Yorkshire Chair, and look at Gary Ballance's return to International Cricket with Zimbabwe.

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Published 2023-01-03

The Cricket Collective - How Do South Africa Rebuild & Can England Win The Ashes?!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison for their first show of 2023! The Australia opener David Warner discusses his future and whether he'll be playing Test Cricket when the Ashes comes around. The former South Africa spinner Paul Harris looks back at a disappointing tour of Australia for the Proteas, and how they can rebuild in a new era for the national side. ESPNCricinfo's Mohammad Isam looks back at Russell Domingo's tenure as Bangladesh Head Coach after he quit less than 2 months out from their white-ball series against England, and the guys debate whether Michael Neser's catch in the Big Bash should have stood.

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Published 2022-12-27

The Cricket Collective - Jofra Archer Is Back; Josh Little Makes IPL History & Our Test Team Of 2022!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to review the week's biggest stories. They discuss Jofra Archer returning to the England setup for the first time since March 2021, after being named in England's ODI squad for the three-match series in South Africa next month. They also look at England's Test squad for the two-Test series in New Zealand in February, with Stuart Broad and Matt Potts returning to the fold. They also look back at a successful IPL mini-auction for the English players, with Sam Curran, Ben Stokes and Harry Brook all securing mega money deals, with Joe Root also securing his maiden IPL contract. The Ireland bowler Josh Little joins us after he becomes the first Ireland player to secure an IPL deal after signing with the Gujurat Titans, and they end the show by selecting their Test Team of 2022!

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Published 2022-12-20

The Cricket Collective - England Secure Historic Clean Sweep & Rehan Ahmed's Dream Debut!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's historic 3-0 series clean sweep over Pakistan. They discuss just how significant this result is, and whether England can be a real force in next summer's Ashes. The Leicestershire Head Coach Paul Nixon joins us to look back at a dream debut for 18 year old spinner Rehan Ahmed, who became the youngest England bowler in history to take a five-wicket haul on his Test debut. As well as this, we look back at the first Test between Australia and South Africa which finished inside 2 days, and we'll hear from both Kane Williamson and Tim Southee after Southee replaced Williamson as New Zealand's new Test captain.

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Published 2022-12-19

Following On - Remember the name 'Rehan Ahmed'

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talkSPORT's Jon Norman and former England fast bowler Steve Harmison give their predictions to what time exactly it will be when England wrap up victory on day four. They also chat about England's youngest ever Test bowler with a five-fer, the emergence of Ben Duckett and a sad way to bow out for Azhar Ali.

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Published 2022-12-18

Following On - More wizardry from Harry

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Are England one good day away from a series whitewash over Pakistan? talkSPORT's Jon Norman and former England fast bowler Steve Harmison discuss century number three for Harry Brook, more good batting from Ben Foakes as he answers his critics (Harmy) again and the tantalising thought that a Pakistani implosion tomorrow may see a three day Test and another England win.

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Published 2022-12-13

The Cricket Collective - England Seal Historic Series Win In Pakistan & Should Steve Smith Be Allowed To Play County Cricket?

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's dramatic 26-run win over Pakistan in the Second Test match in Multan, which seals a historic series win. They hear from the captain Ben Stokes, and England spinner Jack Leach discusses reaching 100 Test wickets. Robert Craddock joins the show to give us the latest regarding David Warner's lifetime leadership ban, with the opening batter withdrawing his appeal. The Daily Mail's Cricket Correspondent Paul Newman joins us to explain why Steve Smith shouldn't be allowed to play County Cricket in the lead up to the Ashes, and we look ahead to Australia's three-match Test series with South Africa, which starts this week.

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Published 2022-12-10

Following On - England Take Control In Multan!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at Day 2 of the second Test between Pakistan and England in Multan, with England well in control, closing on 202-5 - a lead of 281 runs. They discuss a poor performance with the ball by Pakistan, and hail the brilliance of Harry Brook. They also debate the futures of both Ben Duckett and Ben Foakes in this Test side - and ask if Duckett can be effective in England, and where does Jonny Bairstow fit back into this side?

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Published 2022-12-09

Following On - Remember the name 'Abrar Ahmed'

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This madcap series threatened to take a turn for the absolutely ridiculous when Abrar Ahmed took the first seven wickets to fall and in doing so threatened to be the first person ever to take all ten wickets in a test innings on debut but sadly it wasn't to be.


Former England fast bowler Steve Harmison and talkSPORT's Jon Norman assess day one of the 2nd Test between Pakistan and England which has the home side 107/2 at stumps after bowling England out for 281.

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Published 2022-12-05

The Cricket Collective - Is This The Greatest Test Win in England's History?

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's extraordinary 74-run win over Pakistan in the first Test match in Rawalpindi. They praise the brilliance of Ben Stokes' captaincy, debate who comes in for this week's second Test and also hear from the England Assistant Coach Paul Collingwood. As well as this, they are joined by the new Durham Head Coach Ryan Campbell, and the newly appointed Sussex Head Coach Paul Farbrace discusses his new role on the South Coast.

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Published 2022-12-01

Following On - Where on earth do you start??????

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talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman and Jarrod Kimber look back at day one of the 1st Test between Pakistan and England. Which England batter performed the best? What Pakistani bowler bowled the worst? What was LOL of the day? And how annoyed with Alex Lees and Keaton Jennings be right now? Download and listen to find out.

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Published 2022-11-29

The Cricket Collective - Will Bazball Work In Pakistan? What Next For The Hundred? & Liam Plunkett's American Adventure!

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Neil Manthorp and the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison preview England's upcoming three-match Test series against Pakistan. Head Coach Brendon McCullum says they will still remain positive in the way they play their Cricket, but will 'Bazball' work in those conditions? Test captain Ben Stokes explains why 18-year-old leg spinner Rehan Ahmed has been called up to the squad, whilst Jofra Archer discusses his return to action for the first time in 18 months. They also discuss reports a private equity firm is interested in buying a 75% stake in The Hundred, and what that means for the competition, and will Joe Root be picked up in the IPL? We discuss the reports he's put his name forward for the competition. And the former England bowler Liam Plunkett joins us to discuss the launch of Major League Cricket in the USA, and the growth of the game across the pond.

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Published 2022-11-25

Following On - BOOK REVIEW 'Sultan' with Gideon Haigh

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talkSPORT's Jon Norman sits down with cricket historian and acclaimed author Gideon Haigh to talk about the career of Pakistan World Cup winner and legendary left arm quick Wasim Akram. Under discussion is Imran Khan and the 1992 WC triumph, match fixing allegations, cocaine abuse, family tragedy and twenty years of Pakistan cricket politics.

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Published 2022-11-23

The Cricket Collective - England Prepare For Pakistan; What Was The Point Of The Australia ODIs & Wright Named England Selector

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's 3-0 ODI series whitewash against Australia, and ask what can we learn from the games? Australia batter David Warner discusses his future as he looks to have his lifetime ban on captaincy overturned. ESPNCricinfo's Osman Samiuddin joins to discuss Pakistan's squad ahead of their Test series against England, and what it means for the country to host them for the first time since 2005. West Indies legend Sir Richie Richardson joins us to discuss the current demise of his former side, and we discuss Nicholas Pooran relinquishing the white-ball captaincy. As well as this, Harmy discusses why he felt the England selector's job wasn't for him, and England Women appoint Jon Lewis as their new Head Coach.

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