The Cricket Podcast

On this episode of The Cricket Podcast we cover the big news from the last two days. The T20 World Cup squads have been released so we will be providing our reaction to the teams. Have India dropped a clanger? Can anyone in England bowl? Why isn't Jake Fraser-McGurk playing for Australia? Then we will also cover the IPL. Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals are on the brink, with Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants surging towards the play-offs.  Head to Serious Cricket to find your cricket gear for 2024: www.serioussport.co.uk/cricket?af=the-cricket-podcast Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Intro 0:00 CSK v PBKS 01:30 World Cup Squads 13:00 MI v LSG 38:00 DC v KKR 44:00 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Four IPL games on our latest weekend reaction show. Earlier today Will Jacks smashed an amazing century for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, with Virat Kohli watching on in awe.  Earlier in the weekend Rajasthan Royals beat Lucknow Super Giants, with Sanju Samson cashing in. And Delhi Capitals won AGAIN, as they all but eliminated Mumbai Indians from the tournament.  Finally, Chennai Super Kings are taking on Sunrisers Hyderabad. Chennai posted a big score thanks to Ruturaj Gaikwad, but will it be enough to stop Heinrich Klaasen.  Head to Serious Cricket to find your cricket gear for 2024: www.serioussport.co.uk/cricket?af=the-cricket-podcast Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 00:00 Intro 01:00 CSK v SRH 15:00 RCB v GT 30:00 RR v LSG 38:00 DC v MI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

two IPL 2024 games to talk about on this episode of The Cricket Podcast. First up we talk about Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally winning a match, as they beat Sunrisers Hyderabad to snap a long losing streak. Will it be too little too late for Virat Kohli and RCB? And today, KKR went massive, smashing 260+ runs v Punjab Kings. Will that be enough for the Kolkata Knight Riders, to take them into a great position to make the IPL play-offs. However, Punjab Kings had other ideas, as they orchestrated the greatest chase in T20 cricket, with Bairstow and Shashank leading the charge.  Head to Serious Cricket to find your cricket gear for 2024: www.serioussport.co.uk/cricket?af=the-cricket-podcast Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Three games up on this show. First of all Mumbai lost to the Rajasthan Royals to leave them on the brink of elimination. Is there any way back for Hardik Pandya and the boys after Jaiswal's imperious ton? Second we talk Rishabh Pant and Delhi Capitals, who are resurgent and look like they could be sneaky IPL play-off contenders.  Finally we discuss Marcus Stoinis and his virtuoso performance as he practically beat CSK by himself! Head to Serious Cricket to find your cricket gear for 2024: www.serioussport.co.uk/cricket?af=the-cricket-podcast Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Intro 0:00 DC v GT 01:00 CSK v LSG 19:00 RR v MI 37:00 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

5 games to talk about on this show, including games featuring Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Chennai Super Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, Sunrisers Hyderbad and more! Travis Head is on fire for SRH as he blasted more runs. Virat Kohli was given out in controversial circumstances. And MS Dhoni was up to his old tricks as he smashed the LSG bowling in CSK's loss on Friday. Head to Serious Cricket to find your cricket gear for 2024: www.serioussport.co.uk/cricket?af=the-cricket-podcast Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Three games for us to react to on this IPL 2024 show. Jos Buttler caused mayhem yesterday as he helped Rajasthan Royals complete the record IPL chase against the Kolkata Knight Riders. A game which also featured Sunil Narine scoring a maiden century! On Monday there was even more carnage, as Royals Challengers Bengaluru allowed Sunrisers Hyderbad to break the IPL record score AGAIN. They hit 287, with Travis Head notching a ton to lead the charge there.  Then finally Gujarat Titans played terribly and were bowled out for 89 by a Delhi Capitals side who are on the march! Sponsor Jack's friend for the Lord's Taverners: https://tinyurl.com/2t7aufc4 Head to Serious Cricket to find your cricket gear for 2024: www.serioussport.co.uk/cricket?af=the-cricket-podcast Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Intro 0:00 GT v DC 01:30 KKR v RR 14:00 SRH v RCB 36:00 #ipl2024 #ipl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest instalment of The Cricket Podcast's IPL weekend round up features wins for the top three as CSK put in an impressive performance to beat Mumbai in El Clasico. Dhoni blitzed 20 in 4 balls at the death before Pathirana did the damage with the ball for the boys in yellow. Earlier on Sunday KKR soundly thumped LSG with Phil Salt starring, and on Saturday Rajasthan Royals came out on top in a turgid affair thanks to Hettie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode we talk about Mumbai Indians versus Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Lucknow Super Giants v Delhi Capitals.  Yesterday Mumbai Indians destroyed RCB, in an absolute beat down. RCB batted first and posted an average score versus Mumbai, but it was not enough as SKY found form and blitzed the RCB attack. Earlier in the game Jasprit Bumrah took 5 wickets as Mumbai Indians start to look dangerous.  Delhi Capitals v Lucknow Super Giants looks like it is heading towards an exciting conclusion, with the two franchises battling to move up the IPL table. Head to Serious Cricket to find your cricket gear for 2024: www.serioussport.co.uk/cricket?af=the-cricket-podcast Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Three IPL games to talk about on this show. Rajasthan Royals play the Gujarat Titans today. Thanks to an assault from Riyan Parag and Sanju Samson the Royals managed a big score. Will Shubman Gill and the Titans be able to chaise it down? Yesterday Shashank nearly did it again, but fell a little short, as the rest of the Punjab Kings was unable to properly support him. Sunrisers were lucky to get a good score on the board, despite struggling with the bat, but are now in a great position to make a move on the IPL play-offs. On Monday Chennai Super Kings completed a formality over the Kolkata Knight Riders. Comfortable efficiency was the order of the day for CSK, with Ruturaj Gaikwad making his first big contribution of the year. Head to Serious Cricket to find your cricket gear for 2024: www.serioussport.co.uk/cricket?af=the-cricket-podcast Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/.../stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/.../the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A packed weekend in the IPL featured games between Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bangalore, Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals, and Lucknow Super Giants and Gujarat Titans.  In game one Virat Kohli and Jos Buttler traded 100s. Rajasthan eventually came out on top, and there are questions for RCB. Can anyone except Virat Kohli score any runs for them? This morning, Mumbai Indians finally won a match, as they beat Delhi Capitals easily. Romario Shepherd hit over 30 from the final over, bowled by Anrich Nortje. Is there any hope for Delhi, and is the beginning of a charge for Mumbai Indians.  Then finally, Lucknow Super Giants have Yash Thakur. Thakur picked up 5 wickets to help LSG fight back against the Titans to set fire to their innings and set up a win.  Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Intro 0:00 LSG v GT 01:00 MI v DC 16:00 RR v RCB 30:00 County Championship and IPL Preview 47:00 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two IPL games to talk about today, as we cover Sunrisers Hyderabad smashing the Chennai Super Kings and the Punjab Kings miracle win v the Gujarat Titans.  Shashank Singh, who was rumoured to have been accidentally bought at the IPL auction, redeemed himself with a scintillating 50 that lead Punjab Kings to a heroic win.  Today CSK batted like lemons to leave SRH only 165 to win. Sunrisers set off on fire with Abhishek blasting the ball everywhere as they cruised towards an easy win.  We provide our reaction to both IPL 2024 matches from the last two days.  Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Intro 0:00 CSK v SRH 01:00 PBKS v GT 16:00 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kolkata Knight Riders demolished Delhi Capitals bowling in the game today. KKR scored 272 runs thanks to Narine and Dre Russ, with a little help from some other KKR batters too. Delhi Capitals look awful.  Yesterday we saw RCB crumble against Lucknow Super Giants. Royal Challengers Bangalore could not deal with the pace of Mayank Yadav. He bowled multiple balls over 150kph and propelled LSG to an easy win.  And on Monday Rajasthan Royals beat Mumbai Indians with ease. This is big trouble for Mumbai Indians who are rock bottom of the IPL table.  Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Intro 0:00  KKR v DC 01:00 MI v RR 16:00 LSG v RCB 34:00 Pakistan Crisis and Previews 46:00 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Three games in the 2024 IPL for us to talk about this weekend. Yesterday Lucknow Super Giants beat the Punjab Kings of comedy, thanks to Mayank Yadav bowling 97mph and Nicholas Pooran blasing the ball into orbit.  Today we say the Gujarat Titans overcome the Sunrisers Hyderabad thanks to a combination of Mohit Sharma, Rashid Khan and Noor Ahmed.  Then later Delhi Capitals posted a score of 190 v Chennai Super Kings and thanks to some tight bowling put the pressure on Gaikwad, Dhoni and the boys to pull off a difficult chase. Rishabh Pant scored his first 50 since his car accident.  Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Intro 0:00 CSK v DC 1:00 GT v SRH 15:00 PBKS v LSG 28:30 Previews 39:00 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of The Cricket Podcast we talk about the last two games in the 2024 IPL.  Yesterday he Rajasthan Royals overcame Delhi Capitals in a close game. Riyan Parag picked up the man of the match award for his masterclass of pace hitting. Delhi Capitals could be the worst team in the IPL, but they at least showed a bit of promise Today we saw Virat Kohli in fine form as he carried his bat for the entire Royal Challengers Bengaluru innings. Kolkata Knight Riders look very good though and started the chase in amazing style with Sunil Narine and Phil Salt plundering 85 off the Powerplay   Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On our midweek 2024 IPL reaction we discuss three games, featuring: Sunrisers Hyderabad v Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Titans v Chennai Super Kings and Punjab Kings v Royal Challengers Bangalore.  The main story is Sunrisers Hyderabad who, led by Klaasen, Head and Abhishek Sharma blitzed their way to the IPL record score of 275. Mumbai Indians were caught in the headlights as their bowlers were punished by the Sunrisers who were in amazing form.  Earlier in the week Chennai Super Kings overcame the Titans with ease, as MS Dhoni took a great catch along the way. And Royal Challengers Bangalore won their first match of the year as they jumped all over mistakes from the Punjab Kings. Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of The Cricket Podcast we talk about all the action from the opening weekend of the IPL. With games featuring 8 of the 10 franchises there's plenty to talk about.  Dre Russ v Heinrich Klaasen in the Kolkata Knight Riders v Sunrisers Hyderbad lead the carnage, with other fun provided by Punjab Kings, Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Titans, Delhi Capitals, Rajasthan Royals and Lucknow Super Giants.  Has Hardik Pandya justified the sacking of Rohit Sharma? Are Sanju Samson and Rajasthan Royals the team to beat? How bad are Delhi Capitals? All that and more on our first IPL weekend reaction show of the 2024 IPL season,  Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MS Dhoni and the Chennai Super Kings take on Virat Kohli and Royal Challengers Bangalore. CSK v RCB is a classic of the IPL and a fitting way to begin the tournament, but who will take the bragging rights on this occasion? The 17th edition of the IPL is here! CSK got things going against RCB, eventually recording a comfortable win in Ruturaj Gaikwad's first game in charge. RCB started well, but 4 wickets for Mustafizur and an electric start to Rachin Ravindra's IPL career were good enough for Chennai. Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of The Cricket Podcast we talk about the 2024 IPL. We use our classic snake draft format to talk about who will win the IPL, who will score the most runs, take the most wickets and be the IPL MVP.  Will this finally be Virat Kohli's year? Will Dhoni go out in style? Or will the Punjab Kings of comedy stun us all? Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of The Cricket Podcast we continue with our IPL 2024 Team Previews. This episode is our final episode of the team preview series and features Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings,. Delhi were pretty bad last year and will be looking to bounce back. Will the return of Rishabh Pant take them to glory, or do other flaws in their team mean that another tough season is ahead. Punjab Kings were also pretty bad last year. However, they do promise to be entertaining, with an exciting bowling line up featuring Arshdeep Singh, Nathan Ellis, Rabada, Rahul Chahar and more! Can they get it together with the bat enough to make it to the play-offs? Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of The Cricket Podcast we continue with our IPL 2024 Team Previews. This episode is a big one, featuring three of the biggest franchises in the Indian Premier League: Chennai Super Kings, Royal Challengers Bangalore and Kolkata Knight Riders. Are any of them contenders for this year's IPL title. Chennai Super Kings go into this year after winning the tournament last year. MS Dhoni is still in charge and with players like Jadeja, Chahar, Moeen Ali, the Dube and more backing him up they look like they could be a threat to win the IPL again. Can they secure another championship or might this be one tournament to far for the legendary Dhoni? Royal Challengers Bangalore made a big trade before the auction, picking up Cameron Green to bolster their batting. Along with the acquisition of Alzarri Joseph they seem like they could have improved for this year's IPL. However, there are weaknesses in other areas of the team and their bowling, in particular, looks like it could come under pressure. Will RCB be able to pull it together and finally deliver Virat Kohli the title he wants? Finally we talk Kolkata Knight Riders. They feature an exciting batting line up with Rinku Singh, Andre Russell and now Phil Salt providing serious firepower to their batting card. Backed up by a spin trio lead by Narine they could be a real handful with the ball too, especially if we see Mitchell Starc hit his stride. Could they be the dark horses for the IPL title? Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is IPL 2024 preview time! Our previews will cover every team in the competition in detail. Starting with the captain and coach, then moving on to strengths and weaknesses, the boys also throw in a comparable car, probable XI and season prediction. Gujarat Titans were the losing finalists in 2023. This time, captained by Shubman Gill they will be looking to win a second title. Can players like Rashid Khan take them to glory, or will an injury to Shami ruin their season? Finally, Lucknow Super Giants will be hoping to play more entertaining cricket, after putting us all to sleep last year. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NOTE - In the episode we say there will be 5 teams previewed in this episode, however things got out of hand - so we chopped the episode up and there will now be 4 IPL Team Preview episodes! The next episode will drop on Thursday (13/3) with parts 3 and 4 coming on Saturday and Monday. It is IPL 2024 preview time! This two part preview will cover every team in the competition in detail. Starting with the captain and coach, then moving on to strengths and weaknesses, the boys also throw in a comparable car, probable XI and season prediction. Rajasthan Royals are up first, what are their chances during this season. They feature an explosive batting line up, including Jaiswal, Buttler, Samson and Hetmyer, as well as quality bowlers like Boult. However, might they be exposed at the death? Mumbai Indians have a god squad. The sky is the limit for Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, Tim David, Rohit Sharma, etc. But will a captaincy change cause trouble? Sunrisers Hyderabad finished bottom last season, but they went shopping in the auction and now things could change. Lead by Pat Cummins the team also features Hasaranga and Klaasen, but their domestic core is not as exciting as other sides. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England were crushed by India in Dharamsala as India completed a 4-1 series win over England. Day three of the 5th Test didn't even last until tea as England collapsed again with only Joe Root showing any fight.  Ashwin and Kuldeep were the destroyers again as the gap in quality between the two sets of spinners showed again.  The question everyone will be asking now is, IS BAZBALL DEAD? Probably not, but throw bazball in a title and your sure to get noticed.  Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rohit and Gill dominated England on day two of the 5th Test in Dharamsala. India scored over 450 runs in their innings, leaving England with a mountain to climb to even make them bat again.  Centuries for Rohit and Gill lead the charge, as England toiled, with only Shoaib Bashir providing any substantial threat.  It is a question of when, not if India will wrap up this Test now. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On day one of the fifth Test between India and England, this time at Dharamsala, India are again on top early. England started well, thanks to Zak Crawley scoring fluently.  However, after the spinners came on England struggled again, losing 5 wickets for 8 runs. Kuldeep did the damage again as he picked up Crawley, as well as the key wicket of Ben Stokes.  Then Ashwin did his thing to help clean up the tail.  Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a packed episode of The Cricket Podcast the boys get stuck into all the big topics from the world of cricket. Starting with India v England the boys give their thoughts on the fifth Test and preview who they think will play and who they think will win. It is Ashwin and Bairstow's 100th Test so time for a little bit of reflection about their respective careers. How good are they and what will their legacies in the game be? Also, New Zealand were thrashed by Australia, who romped to an away Test victory thanks to a big ton from Cameron Green. Will New Zealand ever win a Test v Australia or are they doomed to be nice guys forever? And finally we talk about the PSL, the WPL and Ireland's historic first win in Test cricket. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On day 4 of the fourth Test England had an uphill task, however a few breakthroughs made the game interesting. India now take a 3-1 series lead and which means they have won the series. This will be a bitter pill to swallow for England who had the best of large parts of this Test match, but ultimately were unable to get over the line. Unfortunately for them Jurel and Gill came together and steered India to a comfortable win.  Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England and India continue their story with another intriguing day of Test cricket. On day 3 of the 4th Test England started the day looking to wrap up the Indian tail, however Jurel was able to add crucial runs which put England under pressure in their 3rd innings.  In response England started well, with Zak Crawley getting another 50 in fluent style. However, long spells from Jadeja and Kuldeep tore through the England middle order to leave them in trouble and put India into the ascendancy. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After another fascinating day of test cricket in India, England find themselves 134 ahead with India 7 down and in a strong position going into day 3. Shoaib Bashir bowled 31 overs on the bounce and removed India's middle order before Jurel and Kuldeep offered resistance. Can England level the series? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a manic first session of Day 1 of the 4th test in Ranchi between India and England, Joe Root put together a sublime century to leave England 302-7 at the end of play. Akash Deep had a debut to remember before England came roaring back to recover from 112-5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is a special announcement episode of The Cricket Podcast for a new collaboration between Jack Hope and Dan Weston. This is a new podcast called Strike Rate: The Cricket Analytics Podcast which will focus on cricket from an analytical point of view. Do you want to know more about how cricket really works? Strike Rate: The Cricket Analytics Podcast is a podcast which looks at the stats and data behind the game, helping you gain that expert knowledge! Find Strike Rate: The Cricket Analytics Podcast below: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1ahU83SG7AJ6mBCEJpdmlC Apple - https://apple.co/49ol374 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK5u-YcrloanNbYTTW9I2yQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On day four of the 3rd Test at Rajkot India have been completely dominant. England were on the back foot to start the day and things only got worse as Jaiswal smashed the ball all over the place. Nobody was safe as a dominant Jaiswal racked up a second double-century of the series.  In response England could offer nothing as they collapsed again. #INDvENG Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England were in a good position at the end of day two, however an almighty collapse has left them in danger of being crushed. India are now in charge of the Test and are building a lead in excess of 200.  What happened to England? Has bazball failed them? Does Joe Root need a brain transplant? Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On day two of the Rajkot Test match Ashwin brought up his 500th Test wicket. An incredible achievement from Ashwin who confirms his status as one of the greatest spinners of all time.  Ben Duckett lead England's fightback as he unleashed Bazball on the Indian bowlers, smashing 133 off just 118 balls. Earlier in the day India were able to go past 400, despite an early England fightback. Jurel on debut and Ashwin with the bat were the players to frustrate England before Mark Wood was able to wrap up the innings. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On day one of the 3rd Test in Rajkot England are under pressure. This is thanks to a magnificent fightback from Rohit Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja. Later we saw Sarfaraz Khan's debut, which was long promised and lived up to expectations. Sarfaraz punished the tired England bowling in impressive fashion, before Jadeja ran him out. After India found themselves 33-3 the pair came together and scored big runs to put India on top against England and leave them with a good chance of winning the 3rd Test.  Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England and India resume proceedings in Rajkot for the 3rd test of the series. With Jack Leach and Virat Kohli both ruled out for the rest of the series, how will the two sides line up? Plus there's a whole host of other cricket going on, including the SA20, U19 Cricket World Cup - and, as it's superbowl Sunday, we name our cricketing NFL offense! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

India picked up a win over England to level their Test series at 1-1. Set a mammoth total of 399 to win, England ended up falling 106 runs short.  England were only able to bat 2 sessions on day four, with Jasprit Bumrah and Ashwin providing the main threats. This means the series will move on, all square at 1-1, but is there anything else we can learn about what might happen next? Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod   Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England bowled out India for 255, setting up a big chase to win on Day 4 of the 2nd Test. Will they be able to pull off another miracle v India? Earlier Shubman Gill racked up a ton, to put India in a great position. However a big collapse left them short of where India would have liked to be. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England are in trouble in Vizag, as Jasprit Bumrah has left India in control. After a strong start from England, with James Anderson cleaning up the tail and Crawley scoring a quick 70, it looked as though England were going to have India in trouble.  However a magic spell from Jasprit Bumrah, either side of tea, created a collapse and left England chasing the game on day two of the 2nd Test between England and India. Will Ben Stokes and the boys bounce back? Or can Rohit Sharma lead India to a win? Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yashasvi Jaiswal's wonderful century has helped India to dominate England on day one of the second Test match in Vizag.  Although England were able to chip away with wickets, India will be very happy with their position at the end of day one.  Will India be able to turn their domination into a win? VOTE FOR TCP: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-cricket-podcast/ Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jack and Ross talk about India v England, as the teams head to Vizag for the second Test. Will England be able to repeat the trick and win a second Test in the series? The teams will both change, as a result of injuries, so how do we think the two sides will shape up? Will India miss KL Rahul and Jadeja or will Jack Leach being injured damage England's chances more? There was talk that perhaps England will play an all-spin attack was that credible? All that and more, as the boys preview the second Test. VOTE FOR TCP: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-cricket-podcast/ Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England are somehow back in the Test match after an amazing fightback lead by Ollie Pope and Tom Hartley.  Ollie Pope scored 196 runs in one of the best innings by an English batter in years.  Then Tom Hartley recovered from a thrashing in the first innings to leave the Indian team in disarray. Can England pull off a miracle comeback after four days of the first Test? VOTE FOR TCP: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-cricket-podcast/ Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

India are building a big lead v England on Day 2 of their Test match. KL Rahul and Jadeja did most of the damage, although virtually every India batter scored runs, as England toiled and head towards what could be a big defeat in the first Test.  England's spinners struggled, with only Joe Root and Jack Leach offering any control. Is there a way back for England or are India simply too strong in these conditions? VOTE FOR TCP: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-cricket-podcast/ Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England's tour of India has started. The first Test in Hyderabad might set the tone for the series, as England's batters struggled against the quality spin trio of Ashwin, Jadeja and Axar Patel.  Just for fun Jasprit Bumrah also picked up a couple of wickets, with only Ben Stokes providing serious resistance.  Later in the day, Jaiswal gave England a taste of their own medicine as he Bazballed Tom Hartley for multiple sixes.  VOTE FOR TCP: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-cricket-podcast/ Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Cricket Podcast boys preview the India v England Test series. Joined by Dan Weston they talk about what England's chances are of pulling off a big upset away in India. In part one they discuss team news, previewing the line-up of both sides and asking questions about how both teams selected their squads. Have England missed a trick with no Will Jacks? And how will India structure their side and chose a wicket keeper? In part two they talk predictions. Who will score the most runs, take the most wickets and crucially what will the series score be? Then in part three they talk about the pitches for the series. Recent Tests in India have tended to be short, can we expect more of the same? VOTE FOR THE CRICKET PODCAST: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-cricket-podcast/ Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is a special episode of The Cricket Podcast, looking back on 2023. Ross and Max go head-to-head to see who knows the most about cricket, by recalling events from cricket in 2023. Featuring topics from throughout the year, including the IPL, The Ashes, The Cricket World Cup and more! VOTE CRICKET PODCAST - https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-cricket-podcast/ Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

India won the shortest Test match in the history of Test cricket, as they overcame South Africa and an absolutely dreadful pitch. This levelled the series at 1-1, and lead to a big debate about pitches and what is appropriate. Props to Aiden Markram and Mohammed Siraj, who put in star performances. Meanwhile, Australia are on the cusp of victory over Pakistan. Paksitan gave them a scare, but will come up short after a catastrophic end to day 3. And the boys discuss the ICC awards for 2024. Which awards are up for grabs, and who do the boys tip for the win? VOTE CRICKET PODCAST - https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-cricket-podcast/ Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of The Cricket Podcast the boys review the two boxing day Test matches. India were away in South Africa, as they came up short against a South African team who are formiddable at home. Rabada and Elgar took the plaudits as they ran rampants with ball and bat respectively. In Australia Pakistan came close to causing an upset. However, they lost the big moments of the Test letting Pat Cummins and the lads pick up a win in the end. Cummins himself became the second Aussie captain to take 10 wickets in a match, and Mitch Marsh scored crucial runs for the home team. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2024 IPL auction took place today with some mind-boggling deals being made. We are joined by Dan Weston to give our instant reaction! Mitchell Starc smashed the record for the most expensive ever IPL purchase as he sold for almost 25 crore, equivalent to £2,500,000. We discuss this and all the other major stories that came out of the 2024 IPL Auction. VOTE FOR THE CRICKET PODCAST HERE >>> https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-cricket-podcast/?cn-reloaded=1 Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England are in action in the West Indies, where they have lost their ODI series 2-1. What does this mean for their White Ball Reset (tm) and where will they go next? Then, in parts 2, 3 and 4 the boys talk IPL. Dan Weston joins the podcast to talk through all 10 teams in the IPL, and where they stand pre-auction. Who have they released? How much do they have in their purses? And where will they splash the cash? Don't miss our big IPL Auction Preview! Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a brief break following our mega World Cup coverage, the guys are back and this time we're bringing Dan Weston along for the party. We revisit our World Cup predictions to see who came out on top from TCP and we discuss the big IPL trades, releases and retentions. Are Gurajat mad for letting Hardik Pandya go? Mumbai Indians - good business or risk of undermining the whole system? How do RCB fair in the whole thing with Cameron Green now on the books? Is Devdutt Padikall for Avesh Khan actually a win win for everyone? We also do a little round of cricket news with India vs Australia, the usual mayhem in Pakistan, England start their tour of the West Indies and Ross makes it awkward for Dan by questioning what's happening in the latest T10 competition. Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Australia overcame India in the 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup. After a bowling effort lead by Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood kept India to just 240, the batters lead by Travis Head and Marnus Labuschagne were able to steer the Australians to victory. We react to another Cricket World Cup win for the Aussies, and the final more generally. Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Australia held their nerve against South Africa to qualify for their 8th ODI Cricket World Cup Final. It was heart break again for South Africa, who rebuilt after a horror start to set a total of 212.  Australia responded in a hurry, but were held back by the South African spinners. It eventually fell to Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc who stayed composed and steered the Australia team to the World Cup Final where they will play India.  Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

India have qualified for the 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup Final, as they overcame New Zealand. Batting first they piled on a huge score, thanks in no small part to Virat Kohli, who rose the occasion and broke the record for most ODI centuries. What a player Virat Kohli is.  In response New Zealand kept things interesting, until Shami returned to blow them away and take India to the Cricket World Cup Final.  Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have finally reached the 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup semi-finals. In match one, India will take on New Zealand, which is a repeat of the match in 2019. In 2019 India lost narrowly, so will be out for revenge. Will India be able to beat New Zealand, at home, and make it to the final? In the second match, Australia take on South Africa in another classic Cricket World Cup rivalry. South Africa won easily in the group stages, but we ask whether Australia have found another gear? Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The last few days of games have all but confirmed the 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup semi-finalists. New Zealand's big win over Sri Lanka was just what they needed, as their Net Run Rate boost leaves them basically out of reach of Pakistan.  Afghanistan meanwhile fell to defeat against South Africa, who once again looked nervous when chasing.  And finally, England actually won a cricket match! They defeated the Netherlands to more or less confirm their place at the Champions trophy in 2025.  Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod   Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Glenn Maxwell just played the greatest innings of all time. Australia somehow overcame Afghanistan in one of the craziest cricket matches in Cricket World Cup history. How did this happen, what did Glenn Maxwell just do? It's insane.  And in more insanity, there was a timed out wicket in the Bangladesh v Sri Lanka match. Angelo Mathews and Shakib had beef, what on earth is going on in this tournament? Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The top two sides of the 2023 Cricket World cup faced off in Kolkata. On his 35th Birthday, Virat Kohli equalled Sachin Tendulkar's record of 49 ODI hundreds, leading India to a huge victory. Can anyone stop them? The other action saw England lose again, while Pakistan and Afghanistan keep up the fight to put pressure on New Zealand for a World Cup semi-final place. Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After declaring the 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup dead some unexpected drama has kicked things back into life. A win for Afghanistan over Sri Lanka has moved them within touching distance of a semi-final place.  Coupled with this New Zealand were destroyed by South Africa, wrecking their Net Run Rate and opening the possibility of a twist to the World Cup group stage.  Added to this, Pakistan's win over Bangladesh means they're in the hunt for World Cup semi-final qualification too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England collapsed from a winning position to lose against India at the 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup. It didn't really surprise anyone, but after they bowled well it was a shame. Rohit Sharma and Mohammed Shami starred for India in their win, with lots of runs and wickets.  Yesterday Australia edged a thriller against New Zealand. The kiwis were magnificent, but couldn't quite get over the line in a Cricket World Cup classic. And the Netherlands won again, as they continued their impressive campaign. Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We finally have a thriller at the 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup. It looked like South Africa were cruising to victory against Pakistan, with Aiden Markram scoring fluently. However, Shaheen Shah Afridi came roaring back for Pakistan to set up a tense finish with Pakistan's Cricket World Cup hopes at stake! Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England lost to Sri Lanka in today's ODI Cricket World Cup 2023 match. This will likely be the final nail in the coffin of their World Cup campaign. It was a humiliation for the Champions as they were bowled out for just over 150, on their way to an 8 wicket defeat. What has gone wrong for England? Why has their world cup campaign been such a disaster? Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are past the halfway point of the Cricket World Cup group stages. South Africa crushed Bangladesh thanks to Quinton De Kock's 174. Then Afghanistan upset Pakistan to earn their second scalp of the 2023 World Cup. And finally, poor Netherlands fell at the hands of Australia who completed a 309 run win. Glenn Maxwell starred in that game, with an astonishing and record breaking score. Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

India picked up another win over New Zealand, as Virat Kohli played another Cricket World Cup masterclass. His 96 guaranteed India would win, despite Daryl Mitchell making a ton for New Zealand earlier in the day.  Yesterday England imploded v South Africa leaving their World Cup hopes all but over. Despite Ben Stokes returning to the team England were woeful. South Africa racked up almost 400, with Heinrich Klaasen starring for them again. In response England were lucky to not lose by 300 and their Cricket World Cup campaign looks over.  In addition, we'll spend time talking about Australia beating Pakistan and Sri Lanka's win over the Netherlands.  Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

India won another match in the 2023 Cricket World Cup, after Virat Kohli notched a ton. It was a magnificent century, finished off in hilarious style as he made KL Rahul watch on from the non-strikers end.  India look very good and certain to make the semi-finals. Bangladesh are probably now out of the tournament. Can anyone stop India in the Cricket World Cup? Yesterday New Zealand won easily v Afghanistan, are they India's main rival? And we look ahead to the weekend.  Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Netherlands have pulled off another HUGE 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup upset by beating South Africa. Van der Merwe starred with bat and ball, leading a late come-back before taking crucial wickets.  South Africa's choking reputation reared its head again, as they did the unthinkable in losing. They had started the World Cup in style, but this could detail their whole tournament.  Daniel Norcross, of the BBC, Zero Ducks Given and TMS, joins us for this episode. Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Afghanistan have done the Cricket World Cup unthinkable and beaten England. In one of the World Cup's biggest ever shocks, current holders England were turned over by a brilliant Afghan team.  Afghanistan posted a competitive score against a sloppy England, who were disgraceful with the ball. Then bowled England out, who flopped spectacularly with the bat. Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

India v Pakistan is the biggest match in cricket, and it is today's feature game at the 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup. The India bowling line up including Bumrah blew the Pakistan batters away. Rohit Sharma hit his 300th ODI six and punished Pakistan all around the ground. India win with a big net run rate boost and smiles are on Virat Kohli and the rest of the India's players faces. Pakistan lose their first game of the World Cup, with stars like Babar Azam, Haris Rauf, Rizwan and Shaheen Afridi looking to bounce back as soon as possible. Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/... Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Cricket World Cup rumbles on with Australia losing to South Africa. This puts the Australians in crisis mode, as they look for answers before their World Cup campaign comes to premature end. South Africa meanwhile look great as they notched another impressive win. Elsewhere India beat Afghanistan in a one sided affair. Rohit Sharma impressed for the Indians with a scintilating century. And New Zealand won again, overcoming Bangladesh by a wide margin. Williamson returned to the line up for them, and made a cool 70 before retiring hurt for a well earned rest. Finally, we talk India v Pakistan (37:30) and who we think might win their Cricket World Cup clash! Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England v Bangladesh was a one sided affair, in their second game of the Cricket World Cup. Joe Root, Dawid Malan and the boys posted a huge score. In response Bangladesh didn't really do anything. As an early innings spell from Reece Topley effectively ended the chase before it began.  Later Pakistan took on Sri Lanka in a thriller. Kusal Mendis was brutal once more, and was ably backed up by Samarawickrama. However, in response, and pursuing a record score to win a Cricket World Cup game, Pakistan were excellent. Mohammad Rizwan and Abdullah Shafique starred, as they both hit tons and guided Pakistan towards the score.  Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Virat Kolhi helped the Indian team beat Australia in a low scoring game in Chennai. This gets their 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup campaign off to a great start. Earlier in the match the Australians had struggled against Jadeja, Kuldeep and Bumrah, before Kohli notched a good score, in partnership with KL Rahul, to steer India to victory. The defeat for Australia leaves them in jeopardy of not making the semis, whilst the India's in puts them in pole position. Earlier in the weekend Bangladesh began their Cricket World Campaign by beating the Afghanistan team, as they bowled them out cheaply. And the South Africans destoryed Sri Lanka as they smashed multiple Cricket World Cup records.  Aiden Markram was the star man in that contest as he hit the fastest hundred in the history of the World Cup. Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6313687373840384 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pakistan took on the Netherlands in both team's first game of the 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup. Batting first, Pakistan were given a big scare by the Netherlands, who took early wickets and had Pakistan rocking after the fall of Babar Azam.  Saud Shakheel and Rizwan were able to stead the ship though and despite wickets for Bas de Leede, Pakistan managed to reach a good score of 286.  In response Netherlands did threaten a couple of times, as Bas de Leede, once again, batted very well. However, the pace of Haris Rauf and Shaheen Afridi was too much, and Pakistan ended up winning by 81 runs.  You can find Assad on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/LeftArmAround Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Game one of the 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup is in the books. A replay of the last World Cup final saw England take on New Zealand. Unlike in 2019, this game wasn't close, as New Zealand took revenge over England and romped to a big victory. Join The Cricket Podcast for live reaction to the cricket game. As they ask how England can bounce back from this hammering? And whether this means that New Zealand are now favourites for a semi-final berth? Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra starred for the Kiwis as they put the England bowlers to the sword. Only Joe Root and Jos Buttler came out of the England innings with credit, as Mitchell Santner and Matt Henry picked up 5 wickets to give the New Zealanders an early World Cup win.  The Cricket Podcast boys cover all of the action, providing reaction and analysis of the contest.  Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On our final 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup preview and predictions show we make predictions for the entire world cup. As with previous predictions show the episode takes the form of a draft, which we will revisit at the end of the tournament to see who made the best predictions. We will be predicting: who will score the most runs? who will take the most wickets? who will be the player of the world cup? who will be the biggest flop? who will make the semi-finals? and who will win the 2023 Cricket World Cup? This is the ultimate test of our cricketing knowledge, as we go up against each other to work out which of us is Virat Kohli and which of us is Mark Ealham. Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England, India, Australia and Pakistan feature on our last team preview episode for the 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup. The 4 big boys of the tournament go into the World Cup with high expectations, but who do we predict could win the tournament. Australia have won more Cricket World Cups than anybody else, however their form has been patchy leading into this one. Do Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, Steve Smith, Glenn Maxwell and the rest of the A-list players in the team have it in them to claim another trophy? Pakistan are the most volatile team in cricket. But Babar Azam and Rizwan provide steel with the bat. If Shaheen Afridi plays well they could be a real challenger. England won the 2019 Cricket World Cup, and Jos Buttler, Ben Stokes, Joe Root and the gang will be hoping they can go back to back. Is this possible or do we predict an early exit? And finally, India, go into their home tournament as favourites. Will the pressure of this tag be too much for Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill and Jasprit Bumrah. OR will they rise to the occasion? Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our previews and predictions for the 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup continue with Bangladesh, South Africa and Sri Lanka. Expect detailed insight and analysis of all three sides, with information about probable XIs, strengths, weaknesses and more. With the Cricket World Cup just days away now is the best time to start getting yourself up to speed with our previews. Can South Africa finally win the Cricket World Cup after choking so many times in the past? Will Bangladesh reach their potential and defy many early predictions? And what should we expect from Sri Lanka? Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In depth previews of the Cricket World Cup 2023 begin with Netherlands, Afghanistan and New Zealand. The ODI Cricket World Cup schedule is fixed, and the tournament is about to begin. We walk you through our predictions, as we preview the first 3 teams in the tournament. Two of the teams will be trying to battling to win any cricket matches they can, whilst the third will be hoping to make it to the World Cup final. Will Rashid Khan help the Afghans surprise a few of the big boys? Can the Netherlands do anything in India? And will New Zealand make it third time lucky? We preview each team, predict a starting XI, talk about strengths and weaknesses, and even nominate a national animal! Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is a special episode of The Cricket Podcast as Jack and Max go through listners questions and answers before the 2023 Cricket World Cup begins. Kicking off with a brief diversion on Alastair Cook, the boys go on to answer: who has been hit worse by injuries? Are South Africa the real deal? And what is our combined XI for the tournament? Catch that and much more, as we go through 15 questions. Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Cricket Podcast get stuck into the Harry Brook discussion. England made the tough call to go with him over Jason Roy, meaning that Roy will miss the World Cup and his England career may be over. Was it a good call, or could this decision come back to haunt them? In part two the boys discuss India smashing Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup final. They won comfortably, as they rolled the Lankans for 50. And finally they give a shout out to Heinrich Klaasen and David Miller, who put on an astonishing partnership v Australia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lots of action on this week's episode of The Cricket Podcast. Ben Stokes is the headline in England as he blasts his way to 182. This takes England to a series win over New Zealand in their World Cup warm up series. Elsewhere in the Asia Cup, India have been very impressive as they beat Pakistan in a rain hit two day affair. Are any of the other Asian sides shaping up well? And finally, in South Africa, South Africa have been battling Australia over a 5 match series. Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England and New Zealand finished all square at 2-2 in their T20 series, but all the chat has been about England's World Cup selection. Should Harry Brook be in the ODI squad? We also talk Asia Cup, where Afghanistan missed out in comical fashion, while India name their World Cup squad. Is it a bit safe? Use the code CRICKETPOD at Manscaped.com for 20% off and free shipping. Find us here: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Support us: https://www.patreon.com/thecricketpod Website: www.thecricketpod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Catch our round up of The Hundred. Ross was at the final and reports back to Jack about the highlights. They also talk about The Hundred in the context of the bigger picture. Was it a success? Then in part two they talk about the Asia Cup. Hosted by Pakistan this 6 team tournament is the ideal warm up for the World Cup. Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hundred is entering the final stages with the Eliminator and Final this weekend. Who is looking best placed to win the 2023 Hundred? Will Oval Invincibles men do what the women have in the last two years? Meanwhile, there will be a new winner in the women's competition! In part 2 we were delighted to welcome Seattle Orcas co-owner Soma Somasegar on the show to talk about the first edition of Major League Cricket. Was it a success? What do the Seattle Orcas have planned? And what does the future of MLC look like? Find us here: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Support us: https://www.patreon.com/thecricketpod Website: www.thecricketpod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of The Cricket Podcast the boys cover the latest from The Hundred. Mills and Ismail have taken hat-tricks, Spencer Johnson bowled a magic spell and Tammy Beaumont notched the first women's hundred. We also rank the men's teams from worst to first. In part two we discuss Ben Stokes return to the England ODI team. Is this a great move, or will it come back to bite them? And could we see Jofra too? Finally, we talk India, who were beaten in a bilateral series v West Indies for the first time in 17 years. Where next for them? Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ross and Jack go through the big news from cricket around the globe. Starting close to home with England they talk about The Hundred, Alex Hales retirement and WTC points being deducted. Then further afield they talk about new coaches in the IPL, Australia's World Cup squad and what is going on with India in West Indies! Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Cricket Podcast bring you their round up of the 2023 Ashes series. We review the series as a whole, including all of the best moments and talk about every major talking point. For the episode we were joined by Daniel Norcross, who commentated live on all 24 days of cricket. What were our favourite moments? Who was our player of the tournament? Who made it into our series best XI? Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the series standing at 2-1 to Australia, the 5th Test was crucial for determining who the better team is. Lead by Moeen, Woakes and STUART BROAD England roared back after tea to level the series at 2-2.  By winning the 5th Test England England prove that they are more than a match for Australia, and stake a fantastic claim to the all important moral Ashes.  Use the code TCP23 for 10% off at seriouscricket.co.uk Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England fought back to threaten a 1st innings lead, but a rearguard action ensured Australia took that honour. What did we make of it all? Use the code TCP23 for 10% off at seriouscricket.co.uk Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England and Australia go into the 5th Test of the Ashes at the Oval with the score 2-1 to Australia. On day one we react to the play and consider who won the battle for control between the two sides. Use the code TCP23 for 10% off at seriouscricket.co.uk Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rain has ruined England's chances of a famous series comeback. Australia have retained the Ashes as the 5th day of the 4th Test is set for a total rain out. England played very well, but ultimately the weather meant that they weren't able to complete the victory.  Use the code TCP23 for 10% off at seriouscricket.co.uk Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England started the day looking to make quick runs, and some serious batting after lunch propelled them to a lead of 275, with Bairstow just missing out on a fine century. Then it was over to the bowlers - but how much cricket is left in this test match? Use the code TCP23 for 10% off at seriouscricket.co.uk Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Whatever happens in this test match, the day's play well live long in the memory. We review an unbelieveable day's play as Zak Crawley takes the plaudits and England take a lead at the end of Day 2. But will it be enough to beat the rain? Use the code TCP23 for 10% off at seriouscricket.co.uk Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On day one of the fourth Test Australia have started to build a huge lead. England will need to fight back quickly to stop Australia putting the game beyond them. Is there a way to stop the Australian's running away with the Test? We also talk about Stuart Broad who took his 600th wicket for England.  Use the code TCP23 for 10% off at seriouscricket.co.uk Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Use the code TCP23 for 10% off at seriouscricket.co.uk Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The fourth Ashes Test is on the horizon, and the boys give their thoughts on the preview. England have already named their XI with Anderson replacing Robinson and Moeen Ali batting at 3. Is that a good idea? Australia look to be sticking with Warner, but will marsh play ahead of Green? In the women's series, the Aussies have retained the urn after a narrow win against England in the second ODI. And India have been in action versus West Indies. What did we make of Ashwin and new boy Jaiswal? Use the code TCP23 for 10% off at seriouscricket.co.uk Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ashes are up for grabs and we get into the discussion. What are our reflections from Headingley after a couple of days rest? And what can both teams do to shape up for Old Trafford next week? We also cover the Women's Ashes where England have fought back into the contest. In part 2 we talk Major League Cricket, which is launching next week. We preview all 6 teams and answer listener questions about what this means for the cricket calendar. Then finally we mull over the MCC World Cricket Committee's suggestions for the future of the game. Use the code TCP23 for 10% off at seriouscricket.co.uk Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England went into the fourth day of the 3rd Ashes Test with a great chance of taking a victory over Australia. After a tense morning they managed to get the total required below 100. There then followed a major wobble, before Brook, Woakes and Wood were able to bring the game home and deliver England the win. This keeps the Ashes Alive going into the fourth Test. Use the code TCP23 for 10% off at seriouscricket.co.uk Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England are heading towards a catastrophic defeat which will end their Ashes hopes. Australia have been too good in all areas of the game and it looks like the Ashes are staying in Australia. Is there any hope for England, or is this a job that even Ben Stokes can't pull off? Use the code TCP23 for 10% off at seriouscricket.co.uk Use the code: CRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear/stores/the-cricket-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/the-cricket-podcast-coffee Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England are 2-0 down with 3 to play, meaning they need 3 wins from 3 to win the Ashes. Things started well with wickets before lunch before Mitch Marsh went ballistic and smashed an amazing ton. England dropped a load of catches along the way, which was atrocious. A comeback from 2-0 down is a feat which hasn't happened in almost 100 years. Heading to Headingley, a happy hunting ground for them in recent years, they will look to take the first step back into the contest. We ask is there any hope left? Use the code TCP23 for 10% off at seriouscricket.co.uk Use the code: THECRICKETPOD for 20% off + free shipping at Manscaped.com Links to podcast audio: https://linktr.ee/thecricketpod Our website: thecricketpod.com Support the podcast: patreon.com/thecricketpod Buy merchandise: https://seriouscricket.co.uk/teamwear... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecricketpod Buy coffee: https://cricketcoffeeco.com/products/... Twitter and Instagram: @thecricketpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The England cricket team had a tough ask going into day 5, but it looked like they might achieve an Ashes miracle. Ben Stokes was the man again, performing heroically, however despite his best efforts Australia were able to win, and take a 2-0 series lead. Use the code TCP23 for 10% off at seriouscricket.co.uk Use the code THECRICEKTPOD for 20% off and free shipping at Manscaped.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices