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Published 2025-11-18

Cricket Collective - England's Best Chance To Win The Ashes & South Africa's HISTORIC Win In India

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. They discuss England's warm-up game for the Ashes & what they've learnt from the match at Lilac Hill. CODE Sports' Chief Cricket Writer Ben Horne reflects on the huge injury news out of Ashes, with Josh Hazlewood set to miss the first Ashes Test. South Africa spinner Simon Harmer joins the show to reflect on their historic 30-run win against India, whilst ESPNCricinfo's Sidharth Monga dissects another Test defeat at home to Gambhir's side. Plus, they round up the week's biggest stories, and bring you The Final Word.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. They discuss England's warm-up game for the Ashes & what they've learnt from the match at Lilac Hill. CODE Sports' Chief Cricket Writer Ben Horne reflects on the huge injury news out of Ashes, with Josh Hazlewood set to miss the first Ashes Test. South Africa spinner Simon Harmer joins the show to reflect on their historic 30-run win against India, whilst ESPNCricinfo's Sidharth Monga dissects another Test defeat at home to Gambhir's side. Plus, they round up the week's biggest stories, and bring you The Final Word.

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Published 2025-11-17

The Ashes Preview to end all Ashes Previews

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talkSPORT Cricket Editor Jon Norman speaks with David 'Bumble' Lloyd and Jarrod Kimber about the upcoming Ashes with a full series preview.

They discuss their first and favourite Ashes memories, favourite Australian grounds, talk about who will be the leading run scorer and wicket taker and bring it all together for the finest Ashes preview EVER.

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talkSPORT Cricket Editor Jon Norman speaks with David 'Bumble' Lloyd and Jarrod Kimber about the upcoming Ashes with a full series preview.

They discuss their first and favourite Ashes memories, favourite Australian grounds, talk about who will be the leading run scorer and wicket taker and bring it all together for the finest Ashes preview EVER.

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Published 2025-11-17

Following On India - South Africa STUN India For One Of Their Greatest Test Wins!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by Indian Cricket Writer and Broadcaster Chetan Narula to look back at South Africa's 30-run victory over India in the first Test in Kolkata. They discuss a tremendous performance with the ball by the Proteas, who dismissed India for just 93 in their second innings, praise the performance of the South Africa captain Temba Bavuma, and they discuss why India continue to produce spin-friendly surfaces against high quality opposition.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by Indian Cricket Writer and Broadcaster Chetan Narula to look back at South Africa's 30-run victory over India in the first Test in Kolkata. They discuss a tremendous performance with the ball by the Proteas, who dismissed India for just 93 in their second innings, praise the performance of the South Africa captain Temba Bavuma, and they discuss why India continue to produce spin-friendly surfaces against high quality opposition.

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Published 2025-11-16

How to Win The Ashes with Darren Gough - Spinners

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Former England fast bowler Darren Gough talks to some of the biggest names in cricket to find out how Ben Stokes and England can do what Goughie failed to do on four separate occasions and that is win The Ashes.

In the second episode he speaks to Australian World Cup winning spinner Brad Hogg, Australian cricket broadcaster Jarrod Kimber and hears from former England spinner Phil Tufnell about how big a part spin will play in The Ashes.

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Former England fast bowler Darren Gough talks to some of the biggest names in cricket to find out how Ben Stokes and England can do what Goughie failed to do on four separate occasions and that is win The Ashes.

In the second episode he speaks to Australian World Cup winning spinner Brad Hogg, Australian cricket broadcaster Jarrod Kimber and hears from former England spinner Phil Tufnell about how big a part spin will play in The Ashes.

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Published 2025-11-15

Following On India - Dodgy pitch or dodgy batting?

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talkSPORT's Neil Manthorp and Chetan Narula look back at another fast forward day of cricket on day two of the 1st Test in Kolkata. India and South Africa shared 16 wickets on a day dominated by spin.

But is it a bad Kolkata pitch? What did you think of India's first innings and Simon Harmer's bowling? Did South Africa get their tactics wrong in second innings? And is there any way back for the World Test Champions?

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talkSPORT's Neil Manthorp and Chetan Narula look back at another fast forward day of cricket on day two of the 1st Test in Kolkata. India and South Africa shared 16 wickets on a day dominated by spin.

But is it a bad Kolkata pitch? What did you think of India's first innings and Simon Harmer's bowling? Did South Africa get their tactics wrong in second innings? And is there any way back for the World Test Champions?

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Published 2025-11-14

Following On India - South Africa fall flat in India

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talkSPORT's Neil Manthorp and Chetan Narula look back at day one of the 1st Test between India and World Test Champions South Africa at Eden Gardens.

In today's show they talk about the anticlimax after all the build-up, a blameless pitch, India's new number three, beautiful bowling, bad batting and plenty more.

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talkSPORT's Neil Manthorp and Chetan Narula look back at day one of the 1st Test between India and World Test Champions South Africa at Eden Gardens.

In today's show they talk about the anticlimax after all the build-up, a blameless pitch, India's new number three, beautiful bowling, bad batting and plenty more.

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Published 2025-11-13

How to Win The Ashes with Darren Gough - The Aussie Media

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Former England fast bowler Darren Gough talks to some of the biggest names in cricket to find out how Ben Stokes and England can do what Goughie failed to do on four separate occasions and that is win The Ashes.

In the first episode he speaks to Ashes winning wicket keeper Matt Prior, Wisden Almanack Editor Lawrence Booth, veteran Aussie journo Robert 'Crash' Craddock and Australian cricket broadcaster Jarrod Kimber about how the first battle the English players will need to win is against The Aussie Media.

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Former England fast bowler Darren Gough talks to some of the biggest names in cricket to find out how Ben Stokes and England can do what Goughie failed to do on four separate occasions and that is win The Ashes.

In the first episode he speaks to Ashes winning wicket keeper Matt Prior, Wisden Almanack Editor Lawrence Booth, veteran Aussie journo Robert 'Crash' Craddock and Australian cricket broadcaster Jarrod Kimber about how the first battle the English players will need to win is against The Aussie Media.

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Published 2025-11-11

Cricket Collective - Australia Name Ashes Squad & Is One Game Enough Preparation For England?!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look ahead to the start of the Ashes. Code Sports' Chief Cricket Writer Daniel Cherny joins us to discuss Australia's squad named for that first Test in Perth, with Jake Weatherald preferred to Sam Konstas. They'll discuss the make up of Australia's XI for that Test, discuss the future of Test Cricket in Australia, and hear from National Selector George Bailey. They also debate if one warm-up game against the England Lions is sufficient preparation for England ahead of a series like the Ashes, and they get the thoughts of the former England bowler Darren Gough. England's Elite Bowling Coach Neil Killeen joins the show to discuss a busy winter for the England Lions, and give his thoughts on the bowling unit selected for England's Ashes series. Plus, they'll discuss the latest developments in The Hundred, preview India's two-Test series with South Africa, and bring you The Final Word.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look ahead to the start of the Ashes. Code Sports' Chief Cricket Writer Daniel Cherny joins us to discuss Australia's squad named for that first Test in Perth, with Jake Weatherald preferred to Sam Konstas. They'll discuss the make up of Australia's XI for that Test, discuss the future of Test Cricket in Australia, and hear from National Selector George Bailey. They also debate if one warm-up game against the England Lions is sufficient preparation for England ahead of a series like the Ashes, and they get the thoughts of the former England bowler Darren Gough. England's Elite Bowling Coach Neil Killeen joins the show to discuss a busy winter for the England Lions, and give his thoughts on the bowling unit selected for England's Ashes series. Plus, they'll discuss the latest developments in The Hundred, preview India's two-Test series with South Africa, and bring you The Final Word.

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Published 2025-11-07

What International retirement hurt cricket the most?

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Taken from the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel former England fast bowler Steve Harmison, cricket broadcaster Jarrod Kimber and talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman discuss 'which International retirement hurt cricket the most?'

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Taken from the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel former England fast bowler Steve Harmison, cricket broadcaster Jarrod Kimber and talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman discuss 'which International retirement hurt cricket the most?'

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Published 2025-11-06

Has the wobble ball ruined cricket?

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Taken from the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel former England fast bowler Steve Harmison, cricket broadcaster Jarrod Kimber and talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman answer whether the wobble ball has ruined cricket.

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Taken from the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel former England fast bowler Steve Harmison, cricket broadcaster Jarrod Kimber and talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman answer whether the wobble ball has ruined cricket.

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Published 2025-11-04

Cricket Collective - England's Central Contracts; India's World Cup Win & Michael Vaughan PREVIEWS The Ashes

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's big stories. They react to the latest England Central Contracts announced by the ECB, as Sam Curran earns a new two-year deal, whilst Zak Crawley, Shoaib Bashir and Ollie Pope are all given one-year deals. The former England captain Michael Vaughan joins the show to preview the Ashes, and he explains how England can win over the Australian public this winter. The Hindustan Times' Cricket Writer Sharda Ugra looks back at a historic Women's World Cup victory for India and the significance of that result. Plus, they discuss England's struggles in ODI Cricket, and debate if missing out on automatic qualification for the 2027 World Cup is a genuine possibility. And as always, they end the show with The Final Word.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's big stories. They react to the latest England Central Contracts announced by the ECB, as Sam Curran earns a new two-year deal, whilst Zak Crawley, Shoaib Bashir and Ollie Pope are all given one-year deals. The former England captain Michael Vaughan joins the show to preview the Ashes, and he explains how England can win over the Australian public this winter. The Hindustan Times' Cricket Writer Sharda Ugra looks back at a historic Women's World Cup victory for India and the significance of that result. Plus, they discuss England's struggles in ODI Cricket, and debate if missing out on automatic qualification for the 2027 World Cup is a genuine possibility. And as always, they end the show with The Final Word.

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Published 2025-11-03

Is it easier for an overseas side to win The Ashes in England or Australia?

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Taken from the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel former England fast bowler Steve Harmison, cricket broadcaster Jarrod Kimber and talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman debate whether it's easier to win The Ashes overseas in England or Australia.

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Taken from the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel former England fast bowler Steve Harmison, cricket broadcaster Jarrod Kimber and talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman debate whether it's easier to win The Ashes overseas in England or Australia.

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Published 2025-11-02

Following On - Michael Vaughan & Chris Woakes PREVIEW The Ashes

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talkSPORT reporter Scott Taylor speaks exclusively with the former England captain Michael Vaughan and the former England all-rounder Chris Woakes ahead of the start of this winter's Ashes series in Australia. They were both was speaking at an event hosted by leading ticket marketplace, Viagogo.

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talkSPORT reporter Scott Taylor speaks exclusively with the former England captain Michael Vaughan and the former England all-rounder Chris Woakes ahead of the start of this winter's Ashes series in Australia. They were both was speaking at an event hosted by leading ticket marketplace, Viagogo.

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Published 2025-11-01

NZ v ENG - Third ODI - England Fall To Series Clean Sweep After Another ODI Defeat!

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Jon Norman is joined by the former New Zealand batter Craig Cumming and the Surrey all-rounder Cameron Steel to look back at England's two-wicket defeat to New Zealand in the third and final ODI in Wellington. They discuss another batting collapse, debate why England struggle so much in the 50-over format of the game, and they hear reaction from Man of the Match Blair Tickner, Player of the Series Daryl Mitchell, England all-rounder Jamie Overton as well as both captains Harry Brook & Mitchell Santner.

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Jon Norman is joined by the former New Zealand batter Craig Cumming and the Surrey all-rounder Cameron Steel to look back at England's two-wicket defeat to New Zealand in the third and final ODI in Wellington. They discuss another batting collapse, debate why England struggle so much in the 50-over format of the game, and they hear reaction from Man of the Match Blair Tickner, Player of the Series Daryl Mitchell, England all-rounder Jamie Overton as well as both captains Harry Brook & Mitchell Santner.

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Published 2025-10-31

Who is the Greatest England cricket captain EVER?

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Taken from the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel former England fast bowler Steve Harmison, cricket broadcaster Jarrod Kimber and talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman discuss 'who is the greatest England cricket captain of all time?'

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Taken from the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel former England fast bowler Steve Harmison, cricket broadcaster Jarrod Kimber and talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman discuss 'who is the greatest England cricket captain of all time?'

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Published 2025-10-29

NZ v ENG - Second ODI - England's Batting Woes Continues As New Zealand Seal The Series!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowlers Steve Harmison and Darren Gough to look back at England's five-wicket defeat to New Zealand in the Second ODI in Hamilton. They discuss more problems with the bat for England, and why they can't bat out the full 50 overs. As well as this, they discuss a successful return to the England side for Jofra Archer, and hear from both England captain Harry Brook & New Zealand opener Rachin Ravindra.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowlers Steve Harmison and Darren Gough to look back at England's five-wicket defeat to New Zealand in the Second ODI in Hamilton. They discuss more problems with the bat for England, and why they can't bat out the full 50 overs. As well as this, they discuss a successful return to the England side for Jofra Archer, and hear from both England captain Harry Brook & New Zealand opener Rachin Ravindra.

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Published 2025-10-27

Cricket Collective - Pat Cummins RULED OUT Of First Ashes Test; England's ODI Struggles & Durham CEO Tim Bostock!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. Cricbuzz's Bharat Sundaresan joins the show to react to the breaking news that Pat Cummins will miss the first Ashes Test Match due to injury, and he also discusses the other big talking points surrounding Australia heading into the series. They look back at England's 4-wicket defeat to New Zealand in the first ODI, and debate why they struggle in the 50-over format, despite a brilliant 135 from captain Harry Brook. Durham CEO Tim Bostock joins the show to reflect on their relegation back to Division Two of the County Championship, and discuss why it's so hard for counties to agree on the schedule. Plus, they look back at South Africa's 1-1 series draw in Pakistan, and bring you The Final Word.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. Cricbuzz's Bharat Sundaresan joins the show to react to the breaking news that Pat Cummins will miss the first Ashes Test Match due to injury, and he also discusses the other big talking points surrounding Australia heading into the series. They look back at England's 4-wicket defeat to New Zealand in the first ODI, and debate why they struggle in the 50-over format, despite a brilliant 135 from captain Harry Brook. Durham CEO Tim Bostock joins the show to reflect on their relegation back to Division Two of the County Championship, and discuss why it's so hard for counties to agree on the schedule. Plus, they look back at South Africa's 1-1 series draw in Pakistan, and bring you The Final Word.

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Published 2025-10-27

NZ v ENG - First ODI Highlights - Brook's Best ODI Score Not Enough As England Slip To Defeat!

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Listen back to match highlights from the first One Day International between New Zealand and England at the Bay Oval, as England's white-ball tour of New Zealand continues with the start of the 50-over format. You can hear the rest of the series live and exclusive on talkSPORT, talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel, with the second ODI getting underway at Hamilton at 1am on Wednesday morning.

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Listen back to match highlights from the first One Day International between New Zealand and England at the Bay Oval, as England's white-ball tour of New Zealand continues with the start of the 50-over format. You can hear the rest of the series live and exclusive on talkSPORT, talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel, with the second ODI getting underway at Hamilton at 1am on Wednesday morning.

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Published 2025-10-26

NZ v ENG - First ODI - Brook's Century In Vain As New Zealand Take The Opener!

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Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Alex Tudor and the former New Zealand batter Craig Cumming to look back at New Zealand's four-wicket win over England in the first One Day International at Mount Maunganui. They reflect on a remarkable century from England captain Harry Brook to give them a chance of victory at the halfway point, discuss New Zealand's brilliant start with the new ball, and they also hear reaction from England captain Harry Brook, and New Zealand bowler Zak Foulkes.

You can live and exclusive ball-by-ball commentary of the second ODI between New Zealand and England on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel from 12:30am on Wednesday.

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Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Alex Tudor and the former New Zealand batter Craig Cumming to look back at New Zealand's four-wicket win over England in the first One Day International at Mount Maunganui. They reflect on a remarkable century from England captain Harry Brook to give them a chance of victory at the halfway point, discuss New Zealand's brilliant start with the new ball, and they also hear reaction from England captain Harry Brook, and New Zealand bowler Zak Foulkes.

You can live and exclusive ball-by-ball commentary of the second ODI between New Zealand and England on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel from 12:30am on Wednesday.

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Published 2025-10-23

Rain Frustrates England & New Zealand In Auckland!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowlers Darren Gough and Steve Harmison to look back at England's 1-0 rain-affected series win over New Zealand after the third T20 was abandoned due to rain. They discuss what they've learnt from the series, look ahead to the ODIs, and also discuss England's preparations for this winter's Ashes series. Plus, they hear from both captains Harry Brook and Mitchell Santner.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowlers Darren Gough and Steve Harmison to look back at England's 1-0 rain-affected series win over New Zealand after the third T20 was abandoned due to rain. They discuss what they've learnt from the series, look ahead to the ODIs, and also discuss England's preparations for this winter's Ashes series. Plus, they hear from both captains Harry Brook and Mitchell Santner.

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Published 2025-10-22

Can Australia win the Ashes without Pat Cummins?

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Taken from their show on the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel Steve Harmison and Jarrod Kimber try and answer the question 'Can Australia win the Ashes if Pat Cummins doesn't play?'

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Taken from their show on the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel Steve Harmison and Jarrod Kimber try and answer the question 'Can Australia win the Ashes if Pat Cummins doesn't play?'

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Published 2025-10-22

Cricket Collective - England's T20 World Cup Chances; England Into The World Cup Semi-Finals + Paul Farbrace & Peter Moores Interviews!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's record-breaking 65 run win over New Zealand in the second T20 in Christchurch and debate how far they can go at the T20 World Cup early next year. The Times' Cricket Reporter Lizzie Ammon joins the show to give us the latest from the Women's World Cup, as England book their place in the semi-finals, and New Zealand are unlucky with the Colombo washouts. Sussex Head Coach Paul Farbrace reflects on their first season back in Division One, and discusses how English Cricket can solve the ongoing schedule problem, plus they're joined by Peter Moores after he guided Nottinghamshire to their first County Championship title in 15 years.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's record-breaking 65 run win over New Zealand in the second T20 in Christchurch and debate how far they can go at the T20 World Cup early next year. The Times' Cricket Reporter Lizzie Ammon joins the show to give us the latest from the Women's World Cup, as England book their place in the semi-finals, and New Zealand are unlucky with the Colombo washouts. Sussex Head Coach Paul Farbrace reflects on their first season back in Division One, and discusses how English Cricket can solve the ongoing schedule problem, plus they're joined by Peter Moores after he guided Nottinghamshire to their first County Championship title in 15 years.

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Published 2025-10-20

NZ v ENG - Second T20 - Record-Breaking England Ease To Dominant Win!

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Andrew McKenna is joined by the former England bowler Alex Tudor and the former New Zealand batter Craig Cumming to look back at England's 65-run win against New Zealand in the second T20 international at Hagley Oval. They discuss half-centuries from Phil Salt and Harry Brook, which powered England to a record-breaking 236-4, the highest ever score at Christchurch in a T20 international, before reflecting on a professional performance by England's bowlers. They also hear from both captains, as well as the England opener Phil Salt.

You can hear live and exclusive ball-by-ball commentary of England's white-ball tour of New Zealand on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel.

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Andrew McKenna is joined by the former England bowler Alex Tudor and the former New Zealand batter Craig Cumming to look back at England's 65-run win against New Zealand in the second T20 international at Hagley Oval. They discuss half-centuries from Phil Salt and Harry Brook, which powered England to a record-breaking 236-4, the highest ever score at Christchurch in a T20 international, before reflecting on a professional performance by England's bowlers. They also hear from both captains, as well as the England opener Phil Salt.

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Published 2025-10-19

Will A T20 World Cup Win Be The Perfect Send-Off For Kane Williamson?!

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talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman is joined by the former New Zealand batter Craig Cumming to discuss how New Zealand are shaping up for the T20 World Cup next summer. They discuss the depth in the Black Caps squad, ask if winning the T20 World Cup would be the perfect way for Kane Williamson to end his international T20 career, and discuss a big 12 months coming up for New Zealand Cricket.

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talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman is joined by the former New Zealand batter Craig Cumming to discuss how New Zealand are shaping up for the T20 World Cup next summer. They discuss the depth in the Black Caps squad, ask if winning the T20 World Cup would be the perfect way for Kane Williamson to end his international T20 career, and discuss a big 12 months coming up for New Zealand Cricket.

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Published 2025-10-18

NZ v ENG - First T20 - Curran Shines In Rain Affected Opener!

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Andrew McKenna is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison and the former New Zealand batter Craig Cumming to look back at the first T20 between New Zealand and England in Christchurch, which was abandoned at the interval after England posted 153-6. They discuss Sam Curran's crucial 49 to help England to a competitive total, discuss how they can improve in the second T20, and they hear from both captains as well.

You can hear live ball-by-ball commentary of England's white-ball of New Zealand on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel.

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Andrew McKenna is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison and the former New Zealand batter Craig Cumming to look back at the first T20 between New Zealand and England in Christchurch, which was abandoned at the interval after England posted 153-6. They discuss Sam Curran's crucial 49 to help England to a competitive total, discuss how they can improve in the second T20, and they hear from both captains as well.

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Published 2025-10-17

England Prepare For White-Ball Tour of New Zealand!

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Jon Norman hosts all the build up to England's upcoming white-ball tour of New Zealand, which is live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2. They hear exclusively from the England captain Harry Brook, who was very honest on his own form heading into the series, whilst Phil Salt joins talkSPORT Breakfast to look ahead to the 3 T20s and 3 ODIs. England Bowling Coach Tim Southee discusses returning to the country he represented less than 12 months ago, and discusses his future in the role. Plus, they hear from New Zealand fast bowler Jacob Duffy on becoming the #1 ranked bowler in T20 Cricket, as well as playing under Andrew Flintoff at The Hundred.

Listeners can hear live and exclusive ball-by-ball commentary of England's white-ball tour of New Zealand on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel, with the first T20 getting underway from 7am on Saturday morning.

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Jon Norman hosts all the build up to England's upcoming white-ball tour of New Zealand, which is live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2. They hear exclusively from the England captain Harry Brook, who was very honest on his own form heading into the series, whilst Phil Salt joins talkSPORT Breakfast to look ahead to the 3 T20s and 3 ODIs. England Bowling Coach Tim Southee discusses returning to the country he represented less than 12 months ago, and discusses his future in the role. Plus, they hear from New Zealand fast bowler Jacob Duffy on becoming the #1 ranked bowler in T20 Cricket, as well as playing under Andrew Flintoff at The Hundred.

Listeners can hear live and exclusive ball-by-ball commentary of England's white-ball tour of New Zealand on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel, with the first T20 getting underway from 7am on Saturday morning.

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Published 2025-10-15

Cricket Collective - David Warner's War of Words; Cummins Injury & England Back In White-Ball Action

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. They react to comments made by David Warner that England are playing for the 'moral Ashes', and debate if he'll ever not be the pantomime villain. Robert 'Crash' Craddock from the Brisbane Courier Mail joins the show to give us an update on the fitness of Pat Cummins, and discuss if this is England's best chance to win an Ashes in Australia since their triumph in 2010/11. Andrew Alderson from the New Zealand Herald joins the show to look ahead to England's white-ball tour of New Zealand which starts this week, with live and exclusive ball-by-ball commentary on talkSPORT 2. Plus they hear a snippet of Harmy's exclusive interview with Andrew Flintoff, and they bring you The Final Word.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. They react to comments made by David Warner that England are playing for the 'moral Ashes', and debate if he'll ever not be the pantomime villain. Robert 'Crash' Craddock from the Brisbane Courier Mail joins the show to give us an update on the fitness of Pat Cummins, and discuss if this is England's best chance to win an Ashes in Australia since their triumph in 2010/11. Andrew Alderson from the New Zealand Herald joins the show to look ahead to England's white-ball tour of New Zealand which starts this week, with live and exclusive ball-by-ball commentary on talkSPORT 2. Plus they hear a snippet of Harmy's exclusive interview with Andrew Flintoff, and they bring you The Final Word.

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Published 2025-10-14

Freddie Flintoff Exclusive Interview PT2 - Not Wanting The England Captaincy & Why He's Now Fully Committed To Cricket

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The former England fast bowler Steve Harmison sits down with his former England team-mate Andrew Flintoff for the second part of a wide-ranging interview, discussing the release of his new book 'Coming Home'. If you missed the first half of the interview, it is available on the Following On feed, but here they discuss taking the captaincy for that infamous Ashes tour in 2006/07, ending their International careers together at the end of the 2009 Ashes series, and what next for him as the Head Coach of the England Lions.

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The former England fast bowler Steve Harmison sits down with his former England team-mate Andrew Flintoff for the second part of a wide-ranging interview, discussing the release of his new book 'Coming Home'. If you missed the first half of the interview, it is available on the Following On feed, but here they discuss taking the captaincy for that infamous Ashes tour in 2006/07, ending their International careers together at the end of the 2009 Ashes series, and what next for him as the Head Coach of the England Lions.

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Published 2025-10-13

Freddie Flintoff Exclusive Interview PT1 - England In The 90s & Winning The Ashes in 2005

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The former England bowler Steve Harmison speaks to his former team-mate and best mate Andrew Flintoff in a special two-part interview to discuss the release of his new book 'Coming Home', which is out now. They reflect on growing up in Lancashire, what it was like coming into the England setup in the late 1990s, and they also reminisce about winning the Ashes together in 2005, recapping some of the key moments from that series.

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The former England bowler Steve Harmison speaks to his former team-mate and best mate Andrew Flintoff in a special two-part interview to discuss the release of his new book 'Coming Home', which is out now. They reflect on growing up in Lancashire, what it was like coming into the England setup in the late 1990s, and they also reminisce about winning the Ashes together in 2005, recapping some of the key moments from that series.

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Published 2025-10-06

Cricket Collective - Was Chris Woakes Underrated; Australia's Ashes Auditions & How Can We Fix The West Indies?!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to reflect on Chris Woakes' retirement from International Cricket. They discuss if his achievements were under-appreciated and whether he was under-rated, and they hear from the man himself. The former Australia bowler Jason Gillespie joins the show to discuss how Australia are shaping up ahead of the Ashes, and what players can stake a claim for a spot in the squad as the Sheffield Shield gets underway. They look back at a dominant win for England at the Women's World Cup, and Machel St Patrick Hewitt from the Caribbean Cricket Podcast joins the show to discuss yet more changes proposed by Cricket West Indies & ask if two-tier Test Cricket is the only way forward.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to reflect on Chris Woakes' retirement from International Cricket. They discuss if his achievements were under-appreciated and whether he was under-rated, and they hear from the man himself. The former Australia bowler Jason Gillespie joins the show to discuss how Australia are shaping up ahead of the Ashes, and what players can stake a claim for a spot in the squad as the Sheffield Shield gets underway. They look back at a dominant win for England at the Women's World Cup, and Machel St Patrick Hewitt from the Caribbean Cricket Podcast joins the show to discuss yet more changes proposed by Cricket West Indies & ask if two-tier Test Cricket is the only way forward.

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Published 2025-09-30

County Cricketer S4 EP18 - Durham Relegated On Dramatic Final Day & Even More Scheduling Chat!

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talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman is joined by two-time County Championship winner Steve Harmison as well as George Dobell & Nick Friend from The Cricketer Magazine to look back at the final round of the County Championship season, as Durham dramatically collapse to lose to Yorkshire and confirm their relegation back to Division Two. They discuss what went wrong in the North East this season, and debate how they can bounce back after a disappointing season. They also discuss the schedule and reports that the PCA have not ruled out strike action over the fixture schedule. And they pick their favourite moments from the 2025 summer.

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talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman is joined by two-time County Championship winner Steve Harmison as well as George Dobell & Nick Friend from The Cricketer Magazine to look back at the final round of the County Championship season, as Durham dramatically collapse to lose to Yorkshire and confirm their relegation back to Division Two. They discuss what went wrong in the North East this season, and debate how they can bounce back after a disappointing season. They also discuss the schedule and reports that the PCA have not ruled out strike action over the fixture schedule. And they pick their favourite moments from the 2025 summer.

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Published 2025-09-29

Cricket Collective - England Name Ashes Squad; Woakes International Retirement & Women's World Cup Preview

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to dissect England's 16-man squad that was named for the Ashes series. They react to Will Jacks' shock inclusion, discuss the news that Harry Brook has taken over from Ollie Pope as the vice-captain, and they hear from Managing Director of England Men's Cricket, Rob Key. They also discuss Chris Woakes' final act in an England shirt being at The Oval, and discuss the latest white-ball squads named for the series against New Zealand, with every ball live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2. As well as this, England opener Tammy Beaumont previews the Women's World Cup, and they review the final round of the County Championship.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to dissect England's 16-man squad that was named for the Ashes series. They react to Will Jacks' shock inclusion, discuss the news that Harry Brook has taken over from Ollie Pope as the vice-captain, and they hear from Managing Director of England Men's Cricket, Rob Key. They also discuss Chris Woakes' final act in an England shirt being at The Oval, and discuss the latest white-ball squads named for the series against New Zealand, with every ball live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2. As well as this, England opener Tammy Beaumont previews the Women's World Cup, and they review the final round of the County Championship.

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Published 2025-09-23

Cricket Collective - Will Brook Replace Pope As England's Vice-Captain & Worcestershire Win The One Day Cup!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. They discuss reports that England are considering replacing Ollie Pope with Harry Brook as England's vice-captain of the Test side. They also look back at England's white-ball summer & hear from Brendon McCullum after his first summer as their all-format Head Coach. Worcestershire captain Jake Libby joins us to reflect on an emotional victory over Hampshire in the final of the One Day Cup. As well as this, they look ahead to the final round of the County Championship, and they bring you The Final Word.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. They discuss reports that England are considering replacing Ollie Pope with Harry Brook as England's vice-captain of the Test side. They also look back at England's white-ball summer & hear from Brendon McCullum after his first summer as their all-format Head Coach. Worcestershire captain Jake Libby joins us to reflect on an emotional victory over Hampshire in the final of the One Day Cup. As well as this, they look ahead to the final round of the County Championship, and they bring you The Final Word.

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Published 2025-09-19

County Cricketer S4 EP 17 Surely Notts! Surrey get a Tongue lashing.

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talkSPORT's Jon Norman is joined by the two-time County Championship winner Steve Harmison as well as George Dobell & Nick Friend from the Cricketer Magazine to review the latest round of County Championship action which featured a game for the ages at The Oval where Notts beat Surrey to move within a draw of winning the County Championship, Hampshire survive a scare against Somerset and Glamorgan earn promotion to Division One.

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talkSPORT's Jon Norman is joined by the two-time County Championship winner Steve Harmison as well as George Dobell & Nick Friend from the Cricketer Magazine to review the latest round of County Championship action which featured a game for the ages at The Oval where Notts beat Surrey to move within a draw of winning the County Championship, Hampshire survive a scare against Somerset and Glamorgan earn promotion to Division One.

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Published 2025-09-15

Cricket Collective - Record-Breaking England & Somerset Win On T20 Finals Day!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's 1-1 draw against South Africa in the T20 series, and discuss their record-breaking night at Old Trafford, as they become the first side to score over 300 in a T20 against another Test playing nation. Meanwhile, Ireland batter Harry Tector joins the show to preview their T20 series against England, which starts this week. The Somerset opener Will Smeed looks back at T20 Finals Day, as they win a record-equalling third title with a narrow victory over Hampshire. Plus, we round up the week's other stories, as Hampshire Head Coach Adi Birrell announces he'll leave the club at the end of the season, Leicestershire sign Keshav Maharaj and we'll bring you The Final Word.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's 1-1 draw against South Africa in the T20 series, and discuss their record-breaking night at Old Trafford, as they become the first side to score over 300 in a T20 against another Test playing nation. Meanwhile, Ireland batter Harry Tector joins the show to preview their T20 series against England, which starts this week. The Somerset opener Will Smeed looks back at T20 Finals Day, as they win a record-equalling third title with a narrow victory over Hampshire. Plus, we round up the week's other stories, as Hampshire Head Coach Adi Birrell announces he'll leave the club at the end of the season, Leicestershire sign Keshav Maharaj and we'll bring you The Final Word.

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Published 2025-09-12

County Cricketer S4 EP16 - Leicestershire Promoted; A Title Decider At The Oval & A Finals Day Preview!

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Jon Norman is joined by the two-time County Championship winner Steve Harmison as well as George Dobell & Nick Friend from the Cricketer Magazine to review the latest round of County Championship action. They discuss Leicestershire's promotion from Division Two, debate if Surrey against Nottinghamshire at The Oval next week is a title decider, and also look ahead to the T20 Blast Finals Day on Saturday. They also discuss the latest surrounding next year's county schedule, with it looking more likely that the format will remain the same for the 2026 campaign.

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Jon Norman is joined by the two-time County Championship winner Steve Harmison as well as George Dobell & Nick Friend from the Cricketer Magazine to review the latest round of County Championship action. They discuss Leicestershire's promotion from Division Two, debate if Surrey against Nottinghamshire at The Oval next week is a title decider, and also look ahead to the T20 Blast Finals Day on Saturday. They also discuss the latest surrounding next year's county schedule, with it looking more likely that the format will remain the same for the 2026 campaign.

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Published 2025-09-08

Following On: Cricket Collective - Green Shoots For England's ODI Side & Hampshire Reach Another T20 Finals Day!

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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. They reflect on England's record-breaking victory in the third ODI in Southampton, and ask if it can be a springboard to better things for Harry Brook's side. Hampshire Hawks captain James Vince joins the show to reflect on his side reaching a record-equalling 11th T20 Finals Day & life as a white-ball only Cricketer. They also reflect on the other T20 Blast quarter-finals, as Ravi Bopara's century single-handedly helps Northants qualify. They also round up the week's other big stories, look ahead to England's T20 series with South Africa, and they bring you The Final Word.

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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. They reflect on England's record-breaking victory in the third ODI in Southampton, and ask if it can be a springboard to better things for Harry Brook's side. Hampshire Hawks captain James Vince joins the show to reflect on his side reaching a record-equalling 11th T20 Finals Day & life as a white-ball only Cricketer. They also reflect on the other T20 Blast quarter-finals, as Ravi Bopara's century single-handedly helps Northants qualify. They also round up the week's other big stories, look ahead to England's T20 series with South Africa, and they bring you The Final Word.

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Published 2025-09-04

Following On - South Africa edge close fought game at Lord's

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talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman and Neil Manthorp discuss a highly entertaining 2nd ODI at Lord's between England and South Africa which saw the visitors run out 5 run winners.

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talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman and Neil Manthorp discuss a highly entertaining 2nd ODI at Lord's between England and South Africa which saw the visitors run out 5 run winners.

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Published 2025-09-04

Following On: County Cricketer S4 EP 15 - More scheduling fiascos, Jamie Overton and a red ball reset

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talkSPORT Cricket Editor Jon Norman and George Dobell and Nick Friend from The Cricketer talk about the impasse that is the County Championship scheduling changes, Jamie Overton's decision to step away from red ball cricket and look ahead to the return of the County Championship.

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talkSPORT Cricket Editor Jon Norman and George Dobell and Nick Friend from The Cricketer talk about the impasse that is the County Championship scheduling changes, Jamie Overton's decision to step away from red ball cricket and look ahead to the return of the County Championship.

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Published 2025-09-02

Following On - England pummelled by South Africa in 1st ODI

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A very croaky Jon Norman from talkSPORT is joined by South African cricket wizard Neil Manthorp to look back at England's battering at Headingley by South Africa who won the 1st ODI by 7 wickets. And that's a score that flatters England.

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A very croaky Jon Norman from talkSPORT is joined by South African cricket wizard Neil Manthorp to look back at England's battering at Headingley by South Africa who won the 1st ODI by 7 wickets. And that's a score that flatters England.

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Published 2025-09-02

Following On: Cricket Collective - Is Pat Cummins A MAJOR DOUBT For The Ashes & The Oval Invincibles Win The Hundred (again!)

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. News Corp's Cricket Writer Ben Horne gives us an update into Pat Cummins' fitness, after scans revealed that he has a back issue which could see his full participation in the Ashes affected as a result. The Oval Invincibles' spinner Nathan Sowter reflects on a third straight title in The Hundred, and discusses signing a new 2-year deal at Durham. The Hampshire fast bowler Kyle Abbott joins us to discuss their qualification for the One Day Cup final later this month, and his own future as he approaches after recently turning 38 years old. They also react to Jamie Overton taking an indefinite break from Cricket, and they bring you The Final Word.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. News Corp's Cricket Writer Ben Horne gives us an update into Pat Cummins' fitness, after scans revealed that he has a back issue which could see his full participation in the Ashes affected as a result. The Oval Invincibles' spinner Nathan Sowter reflects on a third straight title in The Hundred, and discusses signing a new 2-year deal at Durham. The Hampshire fast bowler Kyle Abbott joins us to discuss their qualification for the One Day Cup final later this month, and his own future as he approaches after recently turning 38 years old. They also react to Jamie Overton taking an indefinite break from Cricket, and they bring you The Final Word.

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Published 2025-08-30

Following On - What Have We Learnt About England Ahead Of The Ashes?!

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Sam Ellard is joined by Cricket Writer Jarrod Kimber and ESPNCricinfo's Sidharth Monga to discuss how England are shaping up ahead of this winter's Ashes series. They discuss what they have learnt from their 2-2 series draw with India earlier this summer, and if they can end a 15 year wait to win the urn Down Under. For more content like this, you can subscribe to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel.

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Sam Ellard is joined by Cricket Writer Jarrod Kimber and ESPNCricinfo's Sidharth Monga to discuss how England are shaping up ahead of this winter's Ashes series. They discuss what they have learnt from their 2-2 series draw with India earlier this summer, and if they can end a 15 year wait to win the urn Down Under. For more content like this, you can subscribe to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel.

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Published 2025-08-28

Assessing Shubman Gill's First Series As India Captain & The Future of the WTC

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Neil Manthorp is joined by ESPNCricinfo's Sidharth Monga and freelance Cricket Writer R Kaushik to discuss the biggest stories from Indian Cricket. They discuss Shubman Gill's first Test series as the new India captain, reflect on how the team's style of play under Gautam Gambhir, and they also discuss the World Test Championship as well. This chat was recorded during the lunch interval during the recent 4th Test between England and India at Old Trafford.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by ESPNCricinfo's Sidharth Monga and freelance Cricket Writer R Kaushik to discuss the biggest stories from Indian Cricket. They discuss Shubman Gill's first Test series as the new India captain, reflect on how the team's style of play under Gautam Gambhir, and they also discuss the World Test Championship as well. This chat was recorded during the lunch interval during the recent 4th Test between England and India at Old Trafford.

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Published 2025-08-26

Following On: Cricket Collective - Jordan Cox For England; England Women Name World Cup Squad & An Early Ashes Preview

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. They reflect on another busy week in The Hundred, as the Oval Invincibles all-but secure their qualification for the final and they debate whether Jordan Cox should be given another opportunity with the England squad. Robert 'Crash' Craddock from the Brisbane Courier Mail joins the show for an early preview of the Ashes & debates who will bat in the top order for the Aussies. London Spirit Head Coach Chris Liddle discusses their campaign so far, and looks ahead to the Women's World Cup next month, and they round up the week's other big stories, as Dane van Niekerk reverses her international retirement, and Leicestershire sign 4 players ahead of next season!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. They reflect on another busy week in The Hundred, as the Oval Invincibles all-but secure their qualification for the final and they debate whether Jordan Cox should be given another opportunity with the England squad. Robert 'Crash' Craddock from the Brisbane Courier Mail joins the show for an early preview of the Ashes & debates who will bat in the top order for the Aussies. London Spirit Head Coach Chris Liddle discusses their campaign so far, and looks ahead to the Women's World Cup next month, and they round up the week's other big stories, as Dane van Niekerk reverses her international retirement, and Leicestershire sign 4 players ahead of next season!

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Published 2025-08-21

Following On - Does 'Bazball' Only Work When England Lose?

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Sam Ellard is joined by Cricket Writer Jarrod Kimber and ESPNCricinfo's Sidharth Monga to look back at England's thrilling 2-2 series draw with India earlier this summer. They give their player ratings, as well as their combined XI from the series. As well as this, they discuss 'Bazball', and debate if England's approach is only effective when they are behind in the game. For more content and exclusive interviews, make sure you subscribe to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel.

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Sam Ellard is joined by Cricket Writer Jarrod Kimber and ESPNCricinfo's Sidharth Monga to look back at England's thrilling 2-2 series draw with India earlier this summer. They give their player ratings, as well as their combined XI from the series. As well as this, they discuss 'Bazball', and debate if England's approach is only effective when they are behind in the game. For more content and exclusive interviews, make sure you subscribe to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel.

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Published 2025-08-19

Following On: Cricket Collective - Liam Livingstone Opens Up On England Dropping & Bethell To Become England's Youngest Ever Men's Captain!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss England's latest squads for the white-ball series against South Africa and Ireland next month, with Jacob Bethell set to become England's youngest ever Men's captain for the Ireland tour. They unpick the squads named, with Sonny Baker earning his maiden call-up, but there's no place for Mark Wood or Gus Atkinson to manage their workload. Liam Livingstone joins the show to discuss an upturn in form with the Birmingham Phoenix, and reflect on being dropped from England's white-ball sides. The former Australia opener Cameron Bancroft also joins the show to look ahead to this winter's Ashes series, and they discuss the latest changes to the 2026 domestic season.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss England's latest squads for the white-ball series against South Africa and Ireland next month, with Jacob Bethell set to become England's youngest ever Men's captain for the Ireland tour. They unpick the squads named, with Sonny Baker earning his maiden call-up, but there's no place for Mark Wood or Gus Atkinson to manage their workload. Liam Livingstone joins the show to discuss an upturn in form with the Birmingham Phoenix, and reflect on being dropped from England's white-ball sides. The former Australia opener Cameron Bancroft also joins the show to look ahead to this winter's Ashes series, and they discuss the latest changes to the 2026 domestic season.

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Published 2025-08-18

Following On - Was England v India The Best Test Series Since 2005?!

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Sam Ellard is joined by Cricket Writer Jarrod Kimber and ESPNCricinfo's Sidharth Monga to debate if England's 2-2 draw with India earlier this summer was the greatest Test series played since that iconic 2005 Ashes series. They also focus on India's thrilling 6-run at The Kia Oval in the 5th Test, and discuss where that ranks among their greatest ever Test victories. For more exclusive interviews and content like this, head over to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel and subscribe.

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Sam Ellard is joined by Cricket Writer Jarrod Kimber and ESPNCricinfo's Sidharth Monga to debate if England's 2-2 draw with India earlier this summer was the greatest Test series played since that iconic 2005 Ashes series. They also focus on India's thrilling 6-run at The Kia Oval in the 5th Test, and discuss where that ranks among their greatest ever Test victories. For more exclusive interviews and content like this, head over to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel and subscribe.

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Following On - Jarrod Kimber and Scyld Berry on the top 50 fast bowlers of all time

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talkSPORT's Jarrod Kimber is joined by Daily Telegraph cricket writer Scyld Berry to discuss the best 50 fast bowlers of all time.

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talkSPORT's Jarrod Kimber is joined by Daily Telegraph cricket writer Scyld Berry to discuss the best 50 fast bowlers of all time.

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Published 2025-08-13

Following On: County Cricketer S4 EP 14 - We're back (belatedly)

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talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman, double County Championship winner Steve Harmison, The Cricketer Senior Cricket Writer George Dobell and Cricketer Cricket Writer Nick Friend look back at the most recent County Championship action, look ahead to the proposed changes to the season and discuss the major talking points in the game.

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talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman, double County Championship winner Steve Harmison, The Cricketer Senior Cricket Writer George Dobell and Cricketer Cricket Writer Nick Friend look back at the most recent County Championship action, look ahead to the proposed changes to the season and discuss the major talking points in the game.

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Published 2025-08-12

Following On: Cricket Collective - Will The Hundred Become A T20 Tournament & Matt Henry Reviews New Zealand's Win In Zimbabwe!

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at the opening week of The Hundred. They discuss reports that the tournament could change to a T20 competition as early as next season, and debate why there has been so many one-sided games in the opening week. Southern Brave and England batter Danni Wyatt-Hodge joins the show to discuss their 100% start to the tournament, and look ahead to the Women's World Cup, which starts in just 7 weeks time. New Zealand bowler Matt Henry joins them to look back at their 2-0 Test series win in Zimbabwe and ahead to his stint in The Hundred with Welsh Fire, and they round up all the latest stories from County Cricket.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at the opening week of The Hundred. They discuss reports that the tournament could change to a T20 competition as early as next season, and debate why there has been so many one-sided games in the opening week. Southern Brave and England batter Danni Wyatt-Hodge joins the show to discuss their 100% start to the tournament, and look ahead to the Women's World Cup, which starts in just 7 weeks time. New Zealand bowler Matt Henry joins them to look back at their 2-0 Test series win in Zimbabwe and ahead to his stint in The Hundred with Welsh Fire, and they round up all the latest stories from County Cricket.

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