Following On: talkSPORT's cricket show
The Following On Podcast features the best of talkSPORT's cricket coverage, including original programming, interviews with big-name guests, and immediate reaction to England cricket matches. Every Tuesday, 'The Cricket Collective' offers a global perspective on the game with Neil Manthorp and Steve Harmison. After each England match, cricket editor Jon Norman hosts a show from the ground with a rotating cast of guests. When talkSPORT tours with the England team, a daily show is released to the podcast feed.
Episodes
ENG v PAK - First Test - Clinical England Thrash Sorry Pakistan At Headingley!
Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowlers Darren Gough and Steve Harmison to look back at England's innings and 103-run victory over Pakistan at Headingley, as Joe Root gets off to the perfects start as Test captain. They reflect on England's win, how the balance of the team will change moving forwards, and discuss how Pakistan possibly get back into this series at Lord's next week.L
ENG v PAK - First Test - Day Two - England Dominate As Pakistan Waste Chance In Conditions
Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowlers Darren Gough and Steve Harmison to look back at Day 2 of the first Test between England and Pakistan at Headingley, with England closing on 366-8, a lead of 195 runs. They discuss another dominant day for England, why Pakistan struggled to make the most of the overhead conditions, and if Dan Lawrence should move down to No.7 despite scorin
ENG v PAK - First Test; Day One - Robinson & Tongue Bowl Ensure The Joe Root Era Gets Off To A Perfect Start!
Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowlers Steve Harmison and Darren Gough to look back at Day 1 of the first Test between England and Pakistan at Headingley, with England closing on 112-2, trailing by 59 runs. They reflect on five-wicket hauls for both Josh Tongue and Ollie Robinson, debate whether it was the perfect start to Joe Root's second tenure as Test Captain, and reflect o
England NEED to get back on track - Howzat for a Pod
Is this the point from when English test cricket starts looking up again? Is this the time for certain players to step up and stake their claim? Will Joe Root be a better captain than he was 4 years ago? Was Bangladesh's win the greatest in recent Test history? Did it highlight how bad we were in the winter?Sam Ellard is back alongside Faraaz Noor and Georgie Heath to discuss England's first test
Is Bangladesh's Win Against Australia The Biggest SHOCK In Test History & Mickey Arthur Previews England v Pakistan!
Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to react to Bangladesh's shock 9-wicket victory over Australia in the first Test in Darwin, and also look ahead to England's three-match Test series against Pakistan, which starts at Headingley tomorrow. They are also joined on the show by Cricinfo's Bangladesh Correspondent Mohammad Isam and the former Pakistan Head Coach Mi
What England Can Expect From Stephen Fleming & Has 2026 Been A Wasted Test Summer?!
Sam Ellard is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison as well as Cricket Analyst and Broadcaster Jarrod Kimber to discuss the appointment of Stephen Fleming as England's new Test Head Coach. What qualities will Stephen Fleming bring to the role? Can he propel England up the Test rankings & compete at the top again? What's it like to share a dressing room with Stephen Fleming? W
The Post-Stokes Era Begins - Howzat for a Pod
Have England got their side balance right? Ollie Pope and Dan Lawrence are recalled as England name their 16-man squad before the upcoming test series against PakistanSam Ellard is back alongside Faraaz Noor and Georgie Heath, and they discuss how England will line up following the surprise retirement of their Captain and talismanic all-rounder Ben Stokes. The gang also preview the end of the Hund
Do England Have The Quality To Be No.1 In Test Cricket & Jason Gillespie Previews A Legacy Defining 12 Months For Australia!
Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to dissect England's Test squad named for the first 2 Tests against Pakistan later this month. They are also joined on the show by the former Australia fast bowler Jason Gillespie to look ahead to a potentially career defining 12 months for the Australian Test side. Is Sam Curran the man to fill the void left by Ben Stokes in
Can Fleming rebuild England? - Howzat for a Pod
Is Stephen Fleming the right man to win England the Ashes? Is there a worry about his lack of test experience? Should we just let Joe Root focus on his batting? Does this give more hope of Stokes' return next summer? Sam Ellard is back alongside Faraaz Noor and Georgie Heath after the week in which the ECB appoint Stephen Fleming as coach and Joe Root as captain of the test side.Captain of the Bir
Following On - John Bracewell REVEALS What To Expect From A Stephen Fleming Side!
Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to reflect on Stephen Fleming's appointment as the England Test Head Coach. They discuss what he'll bring to the role, what it will be like working with Brendon McCullum, and also react to the news that Joe Root has succeeded Ben Stokes as the Test captain. They are also joined on the show by the former New Zealand Head Coach
Howzat for a Pod - Live from The Hundred!
This week, Sam, Faraaz, and Georgie are coming to you live from The Oval for a special bonus episode of Howzat for a Pod!Captured right in the middle of the electric Hundred double-header between MI London and London Spirit, the team soaks up the matchday buzz while sitting down with some massive names in cricket.Hear from England’s legendary World Cup-winning captain & Sky Sports commentator
Howzat for a Pod - The inside scoop on CLICKGATE
On this week’s episode, Sam Ellard was back alongside Faraaz Noor and Georgie Heath.It's the biggest cricketing story of the week, the 'clickgate' scandal up in the NorthEast. Luckily we had the inside information as our boy Faraaz has played against Saltburn CC. Worst ever cheating at an amateur level? Or just clever gamesmanship? We are already a week into The Hundred competition! Who are the ea
Following On - Ryan Campbell Declares Interest In England Job & Root Set To Be Named Interim Test Captain
Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. They also sit down for a wide-ranging chat with Durham Head Coach Ryan Campbell, who throws his hat into the ring to become England's next Test Head Coach. They also discuss Ben Stokes' return to Durham, and how the Test side move forward following the departure of Brendon McCullum. Plus
Following On - Who Now For England After Flower Rules Himself Out & A Tribute To Sir Garfield Sobers!
Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the latest on England's search for a new Test Head Coach & reflect on their ODI series win against India. They are also joined by the former West Indies international Philo Wallace to pay tribute to Sir Garfield Sobers after his passing at the age of 89. Who should England appoint as their new Head Coach after
Howzat for a Pod - England White Ball success & The Hundred gets underway!
On this week’s episode, Sam Ellard was back alongside Faraaz Noor and Georgie Heath.England clinch a 2-1 ODI series win over India with a record breaking win at Lord's. Are we actually quite good? Could McCullum focusing solely on the White Ball make us a force at the World Cup next year? Who is going to be the next England Men's Test coach? The Hundred kicks off this week! The guys give their ful
Howzat for a Pod - McCullum SACKED from Test duties
On this week’s episode, Sam Ellard was back alongside Faraaz Noor and Georgie Heath.Brendon McCullum is gone (from the Test side). Was he lucky to survive as long as he did? How will we look back on his time in charge? AND what next for the England Test side? Meanwhile England's T20 team are thriving as they storm to a 4-0 series win over World Champions India, sky rocketing them to the top of the
Following On - Who Will REPLACE Brendon McCullum as England Test Head Coach?
Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss Brendon McCullum stepping down as England's Test Head Coach and the runners and riders to replace him in the role. They also hear from Cricket Analyst and Broadcaster Jarrod Kimber on India's 4-0 T20 series defeat to England, and Women's Cricket Writer Raf Nicholson reflects on India's big 270-run win in the Women'
Following On - Brendon McCullum STEPS DOWN As England Men's Test Head Coach!
Jon Norman is joined by Cricket Commentator Neil Manthorp as well as Cricket Analyst and Broadcaster Jarrod Kimber to react to the breaking news that Brendon McCullum has stepped down as England Men's Test Head Coach. Was the writing on the wall after the manner of the defeat to New Zealand? Can the ECB convince Andy Flower to become the new Test Head Coach? How will 'Bazball' be remembered in the
Following On - India March Towards HISTORIC Victory In Lord's Test!
Neil Manthorp is joined by the Cricket Analyst and Broadcaster Jarrod Kimber and Women's Cricket Commentator Georgie Heath to look back at Day 3 of the Women's Test between England and India at Lord's, with England closing on 130-6 and India needing a further 4 wickets for victory.Listeners outside of the UK can hear live ball-by-ball commentary of the Women's Test between England and India on the
Following On - Gaud Makes History As India Dominate & England Toil At Lord's!
Neil Manthorp is joined by Cricket Analyst and Broadcaster Jarrod Kimber & Women's Cricket Commentator Georgie Heath to look back at Day 2 of the Only Test between England Women and India Women at Lord's, with India closing on 154-1, a lead of 269 runs. Are England showing fatigue after their T20 World Cup campaign? Have India just adapted to conditions better, or are their players more suited
Following On - A HISTORIC Day At Lord's As Women's Test Between England & India Firmly In The Balance
Neil Manthorp is joined by Cricket Analyst & Broadcaster Jarrod Kimber and Women's Cricket Commentator Georgie Heath to look back at Day 1 of the Women's Test between England and India at Lord's, with England closing on 21-1 in reply to India's 285 all out. How does it feel seeing a historic Women's Test at Lord's? Who will be the happier of the two sides after the first day's play? Are we exp
Howzat for a Pod - Bull Stops Play
On this week’s episode, Sam Ellard was back alongside Faraaz Noor and Georgie Heath.England get smashed in the Final of the Women's T20 World Cup. Can anyone stop the Aussies? Meanwhile England's white ball side show the Test team how to get over the line. Could the Brook/McCullum partnership work at Test level? What do you do when a raging bull stops play in your local club cricket game? The guys
Following On - Bethell To Open In ODI Cricket; England's Captaincy Conundrum & Babar REAPPOINTED Pakistan Captain
Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to preview England's upcoming ODI series against India, discuss who should be England's next Test captain, and they look back at the Women's T20 World Cup Final. Plus, they are joined on the show by Broadcaster Behram Qazi to discuss Babar Azam being reappointed as Pakistan's Test captain and to look ahead to their Test serie
What's your XI for Headingley and who should be England's next captain?
Who should be England's XI for Leeds and why is this such a difficult question to answer? Who should be England's next red ball captain and why is this an even more difficult riddle to solve? All of this plus Jon tries to shoehorn in as many Surrey players as possible into the reckoning.Instagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts @fulhamjon @ajarrodkimber @cameronponsonbyYouTube: https://w
Following On - Nasser Hussain PREVIEWS The ICC Women's T20 World Cup Final
Scott Taylor speaks with the former England captain Nasser Hussain ahead of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup final between England and Australia on Sunday. They discuss England's chances of victory, how tough a test Australia will be, and what's most impressed him about England in this tournament so far. You can watch the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup final for free on Sky Mix via Freeview, as well as Sk
What went on behind the scenes before, during and after Stokes' retirement bombshell
What really happened in the Press Box when news of Ben Stokes' retirement broke? Where now for England, Baz, Rob and the red ball captaincy? Are there any winners in all of this? What will England do about Harry Brook? And did anybody know he was about to quit?Instagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts @fulhamjon @legsidelizzy @ajarrodkimberYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talkSPORTCri
Howzat for a Pod - English cricket is a mess!
On this week’s episode, Sam Ellard was joined by Faraaz Noor and Georgie Heath making her Howzat for a Pod debut! After a crazy week in the world of cricket there was plenty to get into!Ben Stokes is gone! What did Faraaz and Georgie make of the decision? Could Harry Brook really be the next England captain? Faraaz gives his ‘Fazball’ manifesto. We discuss Ireland’s incredible series win over Indi
Following On - Will McCullum Follow Stokes Out Of The England Door & New Zealand Punch Above Their Weight (Again!)
Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison and the former New Zealand captain Jeremy Coney to reflect on England's 2-1 series defeat to New Zealand? What now for Ben Stokes following his retirement from International Cricket? Is there any way back for him if the current regime changes, or is he done as an International Cricketer? How much pressure is under England Hea
Following On - What Next For Brendon McCullum & England's Test Side After RARE Home Defeat?!
Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's 160-run defeat to New Zealand in the third and final Test at Trent Bridge. What now for England's Test side after a first home defeat in a three-match Test series in 14 years? Should Brendon McCullum remain as England Head Coach after overseeing a run of 2 wins in their 9 Test matches and a losing re
Following On - Ben Stokes Announces SHOCK Retirement As England Head Towards Series Defeat!
Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison and the former New Zealand captain Jeremy Coney to look back at Day 4 of the third and final Test between England and New Zealand at Trent Bridge, with England closing on 103-4, needing an unlikely 270 more runs to win.Why has Ben Stokes decided to retire now? Is there possibly any way back for him if there is change with the cu
Following On - Are New Zealand Favourites To Win The Series As England Toil At Trent Bridge?!
Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison and the former New Zealand captain Jeremy Coney to look back at Day 3 of the third Test between England and New Zealand. New Zealand closed on 120-3, leading by 204 runs. Are New Zealand now favourites to win this Test & the series after an 11-wicket day? How impressive has Zak Foulkes been since coming in as an injury repla
Following On - Duckett's Century Helps England Fight Back On Day 2 At Trent Bridge!
Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison and the former New Zealand captain Jeremy Coney to look back at Day 2 of the third Test between England and New Zealand at Trent Bridge, with England closing on 223-2, still trailing by 215 runs. Has Ben Stokes yet again shown his worth to this England side after helping dismiss New Zealand quickly on Day 2? How important was it
Following On - Have New Zealand GIFTED England An Opportunity After Latham & Conway's Centuries?!
Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison and the former New Zealand captain Jeremy Coney to look back at Day 1 of the third and final Test between England and New Zealand at Trent Bridge, with New Zealand closing on 361-4. Have New Zealand left the door for open after losing 4 wickets in the evening session? Do they need to score at least 500 to avoid any chance of los
Howzat for a Pod - Faraaz and England's cricketing SHOCKERS, records SMASHED and Sunday roast tips
Sam Ellard and Faraaz Noor are back for this week's episode of 'Howzat for a Pod' following an eventful few days in the world of cricket.Did Faraaz have a worse cricketing weekend than the England team? Ben Stokes is back as captain for the 2nd test, correct decision? How did the debutants get on? Is there anything this sensational 15 year old, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, can't do? Can England's women w
Following On - How Difficult Is It To REGAIN Trust Once It's Broken & Will Stokes Return With His Reputation Enhanced?!
Jon Norman is joined by the former England wicket-keeper Matt Prior and Cricket Writer Jarrod Kimber to reflect on another busy week for English Cricket off the field. How difficult is it to regain the trust once it's broken? How important are honest conversations for a healthy team culture? How did Matt find the balance of brutally honest and not crossing a line with his team-mates? Will Ben Stok
Following On - Will Stokes & McCullum's Relationship Ever Be The Same, Or Shall England Make A Change?!
Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's 253-run defeat to New Zealand in the second Test at The Oval, and ahead to this week's series decider at Trent Bridge. They are also joined on the show by Women's Cricket Journalist and Author Raf Nicholson to discuss the biggest talking points from the T20 World Cup. Is Ben Stokes' relationship with
Following On - Is Next Week's Third Test BOOM Or BUST For Brendon McCullum As England Head Coach?!
Jon Norman is joined by the former New Zealand captain Jeremy Coney and Broadcaster Cameron Ponsonby to reflect on England's 253-run defeat to New Zealand at The Oval, and look ahead to the third Test at Trent Bridge next week. Is Brendon McCullum at risk of losing his job if they lose this series? Or will the hierarchy make a decision after this Test Match regardless of the outcome? How will fans
Following On - Is England's Lack Of Experience Showing As New Zealand March Towards Victory?
Jon Norman is joined by the former New Zealand captain Jeremy Coney to look back at Day 4 of the second Test between England and New Zealand at The Oval, with England closing on 182-5, with New Zealand needing another 5 wickets for victory. Is England's lack of experience showing as New Zealand look set for victory? How valuable has Matt Henry been to this New Zealand attack? Will today be a serie
Following On - Did England PROVE They Got Their Team Selection Wrong As New Zealand Dominate On Day 3?
Jon Norman is joined by the former New Zealand captain Jeremy Coney to look back at Day 3 of the Second Test between England and New Zealand at The Oval, with New Zealand closing on 252-3, a lead of 352 runs? Did England show today that they selected the wrong team? Why is Henry Nicholls seemingly underappreciated despite two centuries in his last 3 innings? Will England conceding over 60 extras c
Following On - Phillips Century Leaves England On The Ropes After Dramatic Day 2!
Neil Manthorp is joined by the former New Zealand captain Jeremy Coney to look back at Day 2 of the second Test between England and New Zealand at The Oval, with England closing on 222-6, still trailing by 169 runs. Was this the day New Zealand moved a huge step closer to levelling the series? Why did England not bowl Jofra Archer until the very end of the evening session? Should Glenn Phillips ba
Following On - Baker's Maiden Test Wicket; Archer's Fiery Spell & New Zealand's Wasted Opportunity!
Jon Norman is joined by the former England wicket-keeper Matt Prior and the former New Zealand captain Jeremy Coney to look back at Day 1 of the second Test between England and New Zealand at The Oval, with New Zealand closing on 291-7 after being put in to bat.Who will be the happier of the two sides after Day 1? Will New Zealand feel like they've wasted an opportunity by throwing so many wickets
Howzat for a Debut | Stokes DROPPED | Best siblings in cricket | Who's got the biggest aura?
Welcome to Howzat for a Pod. Sam Ellard and Faraaz Noor are in the hot seats for the very first episode to break down a massive week of cricket action.The busiest woman in cricket, Georgie Heath is also with us as she dials in inbetween commentating on T20 Women's World Cup. She'll be alongside the guys in studio from next week!What is the latest with Ben Stokes after he was dropped for the second
Following On - Does Ben Stokes Have A Future As Test Captain; Williamson's Retirement & Sensational Sussex!
Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look ahead to the second Test between England and New Zealand, which starts at the Kia Oval on Wednesday. They hear from the England Head Coach Brendon McCullum, and are joined on the show by the New Zealand batter Rachin Ravindra.Will Ben Stokes continue in his role as England Test captain when he returns to the fold afte
Following On - Does Brendon McCullum's Press Conference Hint Ben Stokes Won't Return As England Captain?!
Jon Norman is joined by commentator Neil Manthorp to look ahead to England's second Test against New Zealand, with live ball-by-ball commentary available for overseas listeners on the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. Does Brendon McCullum's press conference suggest that Ben Stokes won't be returning as England Test captain? Why didn't McCullum come out and assure England fans that Stokes will be
EMERGENCY POD! - Stokes & Atkinson DROPPED FROM ENGLAND TEST SQUAD
Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson will not play for England at The Oval next week. So what does this mean for their futures? Why has Joe Root been asked to captain ahead of the vice-captain Harry Brook? What team will England put out onto the park? Steve Harmison and Jon Norman discuss this and more.Instagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts @fulhamjon @harmy611 YouTube: https://www.yout
Following On - Does Jofra Archer RETURN To The England Side For The Second New Zealand Test?!
Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to reflect on England's 115-run victory over New Zealand at Lord's. How vital was it that England won after what happened in Australia, and can they kick on now? Does Jofra Archer automatically return to the XI for the second Test, and if so, in place for who? What is it inevitable that Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was selected in In
Following On - England Win First Test Despite 'Substandard' Pitch at Lord's!
Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison and the former New Zealand captain Jeremy Coney to look back at England's 115-run win over New Zealand in the first Test at Lord's. Did the condition of the pitch ruin the spectacle at Lord's? What can be done to avoid this happening again? How do England continue to get the best out of Ollie Robinson after a impressive retur
Following On - England Favourites To Win First Test After 17 Wicket Day At Lord's
Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison and the former New Zealand captain Jeremy Coney to look back at Day 2 of the first Test between England and New Zealand at Lord's, with New Zealand closing on 36-3, needing another 218 more runs for victory. Overseas listeners can hear live ball-by-ball commentary of the entire series on the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. Is
Following On - Ollie Robinson's Dream England Return As 16 Wickets Fall On Day One!
Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison and the former New Zealand captain Jeremy Coney to look back at Day 1 of the first Test between England and New Zealand at Lord's, with New Zealand closing on 61-6 in reply to England's 140. Should the pitch at Lord's come under more criticism with 16 wickets falling in a day? Did Ollie Robinson prove why he's considered the bes
Cricket Collective - Will Brendon McCullum Succeed With Bazball 3.0?!
Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look ahead to the start of England's Test series against New Zealand, which starts at Lord's on Thursday. They also hear exclusively from England Head Coach Brendon McCullum, England all-rounder Will Jacks and the 2017 World Cup winner Alex Hartley. How will Brendon McCullum prove he has changed after England's Ashes defea
County Cricketer S5 Ep9 A George Dobell lament
Why is George so pessimistic about the future of red ball cricket? Is there anything the non-Hundred hosting counties can do to survive? How big a mess is the Blast schedule and what can be done about that? Is 7000 at Lord's for the derby a worrying sign of things to come? Why have England gone in with two openers who bat at three and a number three who hasn't played and who might be injured a
Following On - Bethell's Injury Scare; Nathan Smith On New Zealand's Chances & Ticket Drama In South Africa!
Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. They are also joined on the show by the New Zealand all-rounder Nathan Smith, and the England batter Heather Knight. How big a blow will it be for England if Jacob Bethell misses the first Test at Lord's next week? Who comes in to replace him at No.3 if he is ruled out with injury? Was t
County Cricketer S5 Ep8 Surrey beaten by 'Rabble CCC'
Could Harry Brook be England's secret bowling weapon? What is going on at Surrey? Good old Glamorgan, but have they silenced the doubters, and why? Could Zak Crawley leave Kent and where would he go? Are the non-Hundred clubs getting further and further away from top table and what can they do about it? Why has this podcast been released so late? The answer to the last question is because we
Following On - Is The New Zealand Series Must Win For England Head Coach Brendon McCullum & Can He Repair His Relationship With The Public?
Jon Norman is joined by Cricket Broadcaster and Analyst Jarrod Kimber and the Wisden Almanack Editor Lawrence Booth to look ahead to the start of the Test summer. How much pressure is England Head Coach Brendon McCullum under ahead of the series? Is the series must-win for the management group? How does Brendon McCullum go about repairing his relationship with the media? Does he need to start doin
Following On - England's IPL Dilemma; Lauren Bell Previews The T20 World Cup & Australia's Contract Issues!
Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. They are also joined on the show by the England fast bowler Lauren Bell and CODE Sports' Ben Horne to discuss the latest from Australia. Do England need to move on from Jofra Archer & only offer him pay-to-play contracts? Will we see more examples of this situation in the future? How
The IPL Show - Kohli Shines As RCB Qualify For The Play-Offs & Should Archer Leave The Rajasthan Camp To Prioritise The Test Summer?
Sam Ellard is joined by the former IPL batter Abhishek Jhunjhunwala to discuss the biggest stories from the Indian Premier League? Will Venkatesh Iyer's recall to the RCB side allow them to change the balance of the XI? How does Virat Kohli continue to perform at the top of his game for so long? Is his IPL record played down too much? What's gone so wrong for the Punjab Kings? What happens if they
Following On - Should England Have Pulled Archer Out Of The IPL & Pressure On Ben Stokes The Batter?
Jon Norman is joined by Cricket Broadcaster & Analyst Jarrod Kimber and the Deputy Cricket Correspondent of the Telegraph Will Macpherson to dissect England's Test squad for the first Test against New Zealand. Is Ollie Robinson's still England's best new ball bowler? Is there pressure on Gus Atkinson to perform with Jofra Archer set to come back in for the second Test? Should England have pull
Cricket Collective - North Named New England Selector; Hadley's Heroics At Glamorgan & The PCA Chair!
What do you make of the news that Marcus North has been appointed the new England selector? Does his knowledge in the County game mean he'll be suited to the role? How much of a say will he have in selection meetings or picking the team? Is this New Zealand's strongest squad to tour England in several years? How did Ryan Hadley feel about scoring his first ever first-class half-century to help Gla
EMERGENCY POD - Robinson Returns As England Name Squad For First Test Against New Zealand!
Why has Ollie Robinson returned to the England Test setup for the first time in 2 years? Will Emilio Gay be England's next opener after dropping Zak Crawley? Why isn't Jofra Archer playing in the first Test despite being a centrally contracted England player? What spinner will England play at Lord's, if any? Why did Marcus North eventually get the nod to become England's new National Selector?Inst
County Cricketer S5 Ep7 Harmy on North, George on Lancs & Nick on Hadley
Who is Ryan Hadley? Are Somerset architects of their own downfall? Are the wheels coming off at Yorkshire? What's going on at Lancs? Why does it take 45 minutes of the show before Surrey are mentioned? Is the appointment of Marcus North going to be a good thing for English cricket? Why is Jon going to Milan at the weekend? And could Ben Stokes open the bowling for England and what did he sa
The IPL Show - Is There Anything Bhuvneshwar Kumar Can't Do & Are Gujarat Peaking At The Right Time?
Is there anything that Bhuvneshwar Kumar can't do after leading the race for the Purple Cap and winning games for RCB with the bat? Are the defending Champions looking ominous when it comes to defending their title? Are Gujarat Titans peaking at the right time after winning their last 4 matches, and what makes them such a strong side? Do Sunrisers Hyderabad have the best Top 4 in IPL History? What
Following On - Is Gay Now Favourite To Open For England & Hollioake EXPLAINS Kent's Social Media Decision!
Is Durham batter Emilio Gay now the front-runner to open for England this summer after his century at Lord's? Will England's current management go back to Dom Sibley after his positive start to the campaign? Is there a future for Ollie Robinson in an England shirt again with the news that Rob Key has reached out to him during the season? Are English spinners in favour of counties producing spinnin
County Cricketer S5 Ep6 You can pick one. Gay, McKinney, Sibley or Rew.
Who do Steve Harmison and Nick Friend think should partner Ben Duckett at the top of the order for England? Which bowlers will be back for the top of the table clash in Nottingham this week? Why should we all be keeping an eye on the England Lions tour and why is Harmy coming down South this week?Instagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts @fulhamjon @harmy611 YouTube: https://www.you
The IPL Show - Who Will Make The Play-Offs & Was Bethell Right To Prioritise IPL Over County Cricket?!
Who will make the IPL play-offs with just one point separating the Top 5 teams, and who will miss out? Are Gujarat Titans peaking at the right time? How much of a better side do they look with Jason Holder in the side? Are there concerns about Punjab Kings after a couple of losses? Did Jacob Bethell make the right decision to prioritise playing in the IPL ahead of playing County Cricket? How did t
Cricket Collective - Emilio Gay Discusses England Hopes; Cam Steel's Retirement & The Hunt For A New Selector!
Is Emilio Gay now the front-runner to open alongside Ben Duckett for England against New Zealand this summer? How does he feel about the noise regarding a potential selection? Did he move to Durham to further his England chances? What did he say to the West Indies after they attempted to get him to play Test Cricket for the region? Does he thrive under the spotlight? What now for Cameron Steel aft
County Cricketer S5 Ep5 What happens on the Stag, stays on the Stag
What did Nick do in Seville and have his friends forgiven him yet? When will AI take over the world of cricket journalism? Does George Dobell watch The Traitors? Could Ed Barnard replace Ben Stokes? Where do Harmy and Nick go and what could be more important that this podcast? And lastly, what exactly did Jon edit out of the show and why? Instagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts @fu
County Cricketer S5 Ep4 Who on earth would qualify as a replacement sub for Jimmy Anderson?
Do Warwickshire have the bowling stock to win the County Championship? Is Somerset’s weakness in the same area going to hold them back? Can things get any worse for Gloucestershire? And on another week of replacement player farce who would be a like-for-like replacement for Jimmy Anderson? All this and ROTA WATCH!Instagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts @fulhamjon
Cricket Collective - Should James Rew OPEN for England & Is Bethell Not Playing in the IPL Bad News for the Test side?
Is James Rew ready to open the batting for England after a superb start to the County Championship season, or does he need to bat in the top order for Somerset soon? Does he come in for Zak Crawley, or do England re-arrange the batting order to fit him in? Is Jacob Bethell putting his place in the side at risk by not playing any Cricket before the New Zealand series? Can Warwickshire challenge for
The IPL Show - Why Are Mumbai Indians Struggling & Can Anyone Stop Punjab Kings?!
Can anyone stop Punjab Kings from winning the IPL after their unbeaten start to the season? What's gone so wrong for the Mumbai Indians so far this season? Do they need to start making brave calls and drop some star players? Can Kolkata Knight Riders push on after getting their first win of the season? How are the English players performing over the last week? Will Jacob Bethell ever get a game fo
In conversation with Wisden Almanack Editor Lawrence Booth
Will England's big three ever make up for the 25/26 Ashes debacle? Will Indian cricket ever be free of political interference? Why is the 150th anniversary pink ball Test a 'stinker' of a decision? And was day four and five at The Oval in 2025 a perfect showcase for the very best cricket can offer?Instagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts @fulhamjonYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talk
County Cricketer S5 Ep3 The hunt for George Dobell's boyish good looks
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After several injury replacements in the opening 2 rounds of the County Championship, does the rule need to be changed already? Will teams use the rule to their advantage at the business end of the season if things don't change? Should the rule be amended to impact injuries instead of muscular ones? How does the new replacement rule impact a Head Coach when it comes to selection? How does Somerset
The IPL Show - Are Rajasthan Royals Title Contenders & Are High-Scoring T20s Becoming Boring?!
Are Rajasthan Royals genuine contenders to win the IPL after their 100% start to the season? Are high-scoring T20s becoming boring, and how much has the Impact Sub contributed to that? What more can you say about Vaibhav Suryavanshi after another incredible innings? Is Jos Buttler officially back in form after back-to-back fifties for the Gujarat Titans? How did the England players fare over the I
Following On: County Cricketer S5 Ep2 Tell me why Mason Crane shouldn't play for England again
Is Ollie Robinson two months away from an unlikely England comeback? Could Mason Crane hold the answer to England's spin conundrum? Are Warwickshire imitating old Surrey to become new Surrey? Are Hampshire in danger of the drop? And how long will it take Nick Friend to mention Leus De Ploy? Instagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts @fulhamjon @harmy611 @thecricketermagYouTube: htt
Cricket Collective - Is Jamie Smith a future No.3; James Rew's 12th Century & Injury Subs In The County Championship
Does Jamie Smith's future with England lie at No.3 after his impressive century for Surrey this week? What does James Rew need to do get into the England Test squad? Is the door firmly shut on an England return for the likes of Ollie Robinson and Ben Foakes? Is Zak Crawley under huge pressure to keep his place as an England opener? What does Essex Head Coach Chris Silverwood make of the new injury
The IPL Show - Are Punjab Title Contenders? Rajasthan's Flying Start & What's Going Wrong at CSK?
Are Punjab Kings genuine contenders to win the IPL after a strong start to the season, or will Royal Challengers Bangalore or Mumbai Indians go all the way again? Does Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer get enough credit for this role as their captain? What has Riyan Parag done to transform Rajasthan Royals' fortunes, and can they maintain their 100% start to the season? How long do Gujarat Titans
County Cricketer S5 Ep1 "Disconnect? What disconnect?"
What will the new injury regulations mean for cricket and how will it change tactics? Does the disconnect between the England team and County Cricket continue? Who are the runners and riders for Div 1 and Div 2 of the County Championship? Who is most likely to go down? And will there be any point scheduling a day at the cricket for day four when Kent are playing? All this and plenty more as t
Cricket Collective - Duckett OPTS OUT of IPL; Jack Leach's England Future & Drama in South Africa!
Is Ben Duckett's England place secure, or will he have to re-audition over the next few months with Nottinghamshire? How big a blow will Ben Stokes' recent injury when it comes to preparing for the New Zealand Test series? Can Nottinghamshire defend the County Championship title, or can Surrey win their 4th title in 5 seasons? How does Jack Leach feel about his England future? Has he spoken with t
Cricket Collective - Can Brendon McCullum Prove He Can Adapt After ECB Backing?!
Can Brendon McCullum prove he can adapt and learn after the ECB announced he will remain as England Head Coach? Can the ECB improve the culture of the team both on and off the field? What will England do to adapt and learn after a 4-1 defeat in the Ashes? Has Richard Gould and Richard Thompson made the right decision by backing Brendon McCullum to turn things around? Will there now be an improved
Is Cricket in Australia a 12 month a year sport?
Does cricket exist outside of the Australian summer? Is it possible to be a 12 month a year cricket journalist in Australia? Do Aussies care much about what happens outside of their country? Instagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts @fulhamjon @harmy611 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talkSPORTCricketEmail: cricket@talksport.co.ukHosts: Steve Harmison, Jarrod Kimber & Jon Norm
