No Balls: The Cricket Podcast
No Ratings Studios 15 episodes Nov 10, 2026
England international cricketers Kate Cross and Alex Hartley, who have been teammates, rivals, and best friends, bring their honest and humorous conversations to this podcast. Expect behind-the-scenes stories, laughter, and the kind of chat you only get when two of women's cricket's biggest personalities think the mic is off.
Episodes
Sandpapergate Is BACK! Warner's Hostage Video & England vs Australia Gets Spicy
It's 2026 and Sandpaper Gate is somehow still the talk? So we've added our two cents too...Warner's been taken hostage and would Al survive on I'm A Celeb? For more content you can become a Patreon member btw :)https://www.patreon.com/cw/noballsEnjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're BACK! Alex In Pakistan, Crossy's Retirement Love & Jimmy's Disaster!
We're baacckkkk! Alex on mildly loving/hating Pakistan, Crossy's in love with retirement, what the f is going on at Lancs and what's the future for Jimmy? Also a random snog marry avoid cause why not!For more content you can become a Patreon member btw :) https://www.patreon.com/cw/noballsEnjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f
Holiday Shopping, The Blaze's Treble & What's Next?
Our last episode for a couple of weeks as we take a little holiday break. Enjooyyyyy!https://www.patreon.com/cw/noballsEnjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Kate Cross Meets Kate Middleton, Ireland Trip & Harry 'Freak' Brook
Kate on meeting Kate & William at the suicide prevention toolkit in Liverpool, her last game, a chaotic trip to Ireland and is Harry Brook England's most talented player ever?Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mandhana The Freak, Crossy's Finale & Alex's Cypriot Wedding?
Another week, another pod! We talk about Smriti Mandhana's greateness, Crossy's final games, shambolic Pakistan, England v Ireland and Alex's wedding in Cyprus.Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Alex in Amsterdam, Mother Crossy On Creatine & Pakistan Prophecy
After an emotional episode last time out, a few extra days of recovery were needed. We’re back talking ETPL, Pakistan cricket and much, much more!Use code NOBALLSTM to get a discount on tickets for the England v Pakistan Test series at Edgbaston. https://tickets.edgbaston.com/list/partnerAdvantage?code=NOBALLSTMEnjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co
Crossy Has Something To Share...
Crossy has some news to share with you guys.Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Charles Dagnall: The Hundred Deep Dive
Daggers is here to talk about The Hundred, why the Women's competition felt different and of course, his famous mascot race fall!Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Meg Lanning talks SEVEN World Cup Wins, Coffee Shops & Padel Tantrums
Another all-time Aussie great joins us for an extended chat as we cover all things in the life and career of Meg Lanning.Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Ellyse Perry Sequel
Ellyse Perry returns to No Balls for a second innings, answering your questions and filling us in on everything that's been happening in the last 9 months.Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Alex's Costco Membership, Crossy's Injury & Mel Jones' New Venture
We talk Alex's brand new Costco membership, Crossy's painful shoulder injury, The Hundred and the legend Mel Jones joins us!If you missed it, we're now on Patreon for AD-FREE listening and special bonus episodes: https://www.patreon.com/c/noballsEnjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Blast Finals, The Hundred Rundown & Daggers’ Hilarious Fall
New week, new pod. We discuss Finals day, which team is which in The Hundred, Alex's sweary blip on radio and Kate nearly weeing herself over Dagger's viral fall. Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
End Of An Era & Why Baz's Sacking Was Poorly Timed!
Baz getting announced on the tannoy at Lancs mid-game?! Alex firing back on social media, the end of an era...oh and India won the Test match!Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
First Ever Women's Test Match At Lords & There's A New Edition To The Retirement Bus!
Record breaking moment and a sad one too with a whole glut of shambles. We missed you, if only the World Cup was on all year round!Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Congratulations, Australia 🏆
It's our last World Cup reaction pod! :( Congratulations to Australia on a totally deserved victory! But there's lots to be optimistic about for England.Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nasser Hussain Talks T20 World Cup Final
Nasser Hussain joins us on No Balls to preview the T20 World Cup Final… and it goes about as calmly as you’d expect.Watch the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup final for free on Sky Mix via Freeview, as well as Sky Sports, NOW and the Sky Sports app, with no subscription required.Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
ENGLAND ARE IN THE WORLD CUP FINAL!
Tick, tick, tick! Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A Boring Semi-Final & How Can We Fix The World Cup?
Crossy forced me to do this oneEnjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WHAT A CRAZY DAY OF CRICKET 🤯
Ben Stokes retires in a middle of a match, Australia v India is a classic, Ireland beat India AGAIN and we're getting death threats. Join us as we race through a BONKERS day of cricket.Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
An Apology From Alex, & Ireland's Humphreys Talks India Win!
In this episode, we explore the latest from the T20 World Cup, including Ireland's historic win, England's strong form, and an emotional farewell for three legends. Plus, a special interview with Irish cricket star Matthew Humphreys following a historic win over India!Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dani Gibson: England’s World Cup Run, Captaining Crossy & £190K Payday
Dani Gibson joins us to give us the lowdown from inside England's World Cup camp.Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
England Are Through, Alpha Females and Crossy's Top Trumps
England qualify for the semis, Kate has a Top Trump card and Alex has been at Trent Bridge tossing coins with Ben Stokes. Tune in to hear it all!Maiden Half Century - https://maiden-cricket.co.uk/pages/half-centuryEnjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Supercomputer Alex, Heartbreaker Chamari & Your Questions Answered!
Alex & Kate discuss Chamari doing Chamari things and hits 106, Alex's supercomputer (not a new one, still the same old one) and the girls dig into the questions you asked!Alex & Kate discuss the Instagram scandal, why there's been so many tears, England beating Scotland and Alex's snakey solution to a pigeon problem.Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast.
South Africa BEAT India, Big Game Kapp & Poor Joe Root 🥺
Alex & Kate are back to discuss another action-packed day in the ICC T20 Women's World Cup as South Africa land a statement win!Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Elon's Spaceship, Emotional World Cup and Alex's Pigeon Problem 🐦
Yes, we got hacked. No, Elon Musk is not our new sponsor. Alex & Kate discuss the Instagram scandal, why there's been so many tears, England beating Scotland and Alex's snakey solution to a pigeon problem. Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sciver-Brunt's Calf Strain, Smiley Netherlands & The GOAT Joe Root 🐐
We're back with our daily World Cup episode's, Nat Sciver-Brunt's Injury, South Africa v Pakistan, Australia v Bangladesh and India v Netherlands are our topics for the day. Think your team should be considered for the Maiden Half Century? Then tell your story: https://maiden-cricket.co.uk/pages/half-centuryEnjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr
England Make It Look ‘Easy’, What Is Happening With New Zealand? & Stokes’ Cryptic IG Post
We needed a day off and now we come back with so much to waffle about including a new sponsor (our first wooo), England's cosy win over Ireland (Al might be in trouble with the Irish, Stoke's IG post and a whole bunch of other shambles!Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
India Are Always Better Than Pakistan & A New Development In Tiny Flags Saga!
Kate & Alex sum up India and Pakistan in six words and provide an update on the tiny flags drama with a little help from an anonymous insiderEnjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Some Really Tiny Flags & Why West Indies Should Be In Every Tournament
Alex & Kate discuss the hilariously small flags in Scotland v Ireland, as well as reviewing the action from Australia v South Africa and New Zealand v West Indies!Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
‘The Best England Have Played In 18 Months!’ & Crossy’s Ice Cream Drama
The first of our World Cup calendar underway - pretty much daily eps coming your way and what a wonderful way to start, England on fire, an ADORABLE celebration and 14,500+ fans there. Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
KP Called Crossy Out?! Most Embarrassing Moments & Ermm Wiki Feet.
Kate and Alex chat through your questions - a special Q&A to say thank you for sticking with us and apologies for all the chat about feet...oops!Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
England look HOT, India Shy & Undroppable Capsey!
Little bonus direct from the broadcast rooms post England vs India...some tired voices, security flying in and some wonderful England hype, exciting!Oh and this episode is a catch up, a throwback and a sign of things to come!Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Magic Mike Road Trip, Meg 'Cheat Code' Lanning & Please Stop Adding Alex On Facebook
Kate and Alex are together in Taunton. Kate's lost her voice. People keep adding Alex on Facebook (and Kate on Strava). Meg Lanning is great. Manchester Super Giants, less so. RCB win again. The Blast. England's best XI for the World Cup and everything else in between!Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A Guide to The Women's T20 World Cup (kind of...)
OKAY. We might natter about cricket longer than usual but promise it's just because we love the game. Oh also, Kirstie Gordon hopped on and gave us the lowdown on her Scotland team and why she's not playing for England anymore. Find us on all audio platforms and on social medial media AND email us on hello@noballspod.com.Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. Se
Alex and Kate Are Back...For Good.
YES guys we are back. After a little time off we've decided the this will be the greatest sequel of all time. Everything's staying the same, just a new home. So find us on all audio platforms and on social medial media AND email us on hello@noballspod.com.Oh and this episode is a catch up, a throwback and a sign of things to come! Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on
WE ARE COMING BACK!
Just a few more days...Enjoyed this episode? Then follow @noballstcp on socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
