ABC Cricket Podcast

The T20 World Cup is about to begin, but Australia start without Cummins, Starc or Hazlewood, raising bigger questions about depth, ageing fast bowlers and long-term planning across formats. Corbin and Ed unpack the tournament schedule, Australia’s soft launch, and whether Cricket Australia has been clear enough about priorities in an era dominated by franchise leagues. They also debate World Cup expansion, Italy’s unlikely qualification, and whether a 20-team tournament risks drifting too far from meaningful competition. Back home, the Sheffield Shield returns with 46 wickets falling on day one, sparking a sharp discussion about pitches, batting standards and early-season chaos. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

Corbin and Ed unpack a major World Cup flashpoint after the Pakistan government announced it will not allow the national team to play India, prompting ICC warnings and raising serious questions about power, politics and the future structure of international cricket. The pair examine what the standoff could mean for global revenues, Test nations, and the balance of influence in the game as the tournament approaches. Corbin and Ed ask is Australia’s World Cup preparation on track following a heavy T20 series loss to Pakistan, injuries mounting, form dipping and selection calls under scrutiny, is this a genuine warning sign or simply a poorly timed stumble before the main event. The guys dive into domestic cricket, analysing Greg Shippard’s departure from New South Wales, the pressure on performance leaders, and the ongoing tension between winning titles and producing Australian players, before wrapping with concerns around domestic scheduling and the return of the Sheffield Shield. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

Australia’s T20 World Cup warm-ups are underway, but how much should we actually read into the results? Corbin and Ed unpack the loss to Pakistan, Australia’s ongoing issues against spin, and what warm-up matches are really designed to reveal ahead of a major tournament.  They dig into selection logic, role clarity, and the shrinking opportunities for fringe players as the World Cup squad takes shape.  The conversation then broadens to a Big Bash wash-up, exploring player movement, draft and free-agency debates, and where the BBL could be heading next.  The episode also covers ICC World Cup governance questions and a surprise captaincy call in Australian women’s cricket, with Sophie Molineux appointed skipper and the implications of Ash Gardner being overlooked. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

The Perth Scorchers claim another Big Bash title and Corbin and Ed unpack what continues to set the competition’s most successful club apart. The final, the pitch in Perth, and the Scorchers’ tactical edge are all examined, alongside an honest assessment of the Sixers and their heavy reliance on Steve Smith. The discussion widens to the health of the BBL, including crowds, broadcast audiences, and the ongoing debate around scheduling and travel during finals. There is also a look at catching laws, replay culture, and how modern officiating is changing the live experience. Around the world, Bangladesh’s exclusion from the upcoming World Cup raises bigger questions for the game’s governance, while India’s T20 dominance, England’s rare away ODI win, and Australia’s Under-19 progress round out a busy week in cricket. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

We are edging to the conclusion of a cracking season of BBL at the very same time Cricket Australia is readying to generate investment in the league. Ed and Corbin look at what's defined the season from an on field point of view,  from standout performances and game flow to how the tournament has connected with fans at key moments. With the final in view, the focus is on what makes the BBL work when it is at its best, and how the event sets the tone for the broader cricket calendar. Along the way, Corbin and Ed also widen the lens to touch on how the game is managed and communicated, and why trust, clarity, and letting the contest breathe matter as much off the field as on it. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

The Big Bash League is moving toward its finals phase and Steve Smith is once again at the centre of the conversation. Corbin and Ed unpack how the BBL is shaping up, which teams are finding form at the right time, and where the key match-ups are likely to land as the tournament tightens. Steve Smith’s run of form sparks a broader discussion about selection, player power, and his place in Australia’s white-ball plans. The episode also looks at Jake Fraser-McGurk’s development, pitch conditions across the competition, and debates around presentation and kits.  Beyond the BBL, the guys touch on New Zealand’s success in India, changes to the Test calendar, county cricket moves, and what comes next for day-night Tests. Plus, a tribute to Alyssa Healy as Australia prepares for a new leadership era. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

With the Ashes done and January cricket in full swing, Corbin and Ed turn their focus to the Big Bash and what this season.  They assess crowd momentum, the impact of Test players returning straight into T20 cricket, and how teams are shaping up as finals approach. There’s a deep dive on emerging talent announcing themselves, veterans finding new life, and why form lines in this part of the summer matter more than they appear.  The conversation widens to Australia’s T20 World Cup frame, the role of overseas players, and where the domestic game sits in a global context as the season rolls on. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

Australia retain the Ashes with a 4–1 series win, but the margin tells only part of the story. Corbin Middlemas and Ed Cowan step back from the daily grind to assess how the series actually played out, from selection calls and tactical shifts to England’s evolving approach and the standards that ultimately separated the sides. They revisit the moments that shaped the series, the Tests that elevated it and the ones that dragged it down, and what this Ashes revealed about where both teams are headed next, with an eye already on the road to 2027. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

Australia sealed the Ashes 4–1 with a composed five-wicket win on day five at the SCG, finishing the series in control when it mattered most. England’s resistance ended early, losing their final two wickets for 40 as Mitchell Starc completed a defining series with 31 wickets. Chasing 160, Australia had a few untidy moments but were never seriously threatened, with Alex Carey striking the winning runs. Corbin Middlemas and Ed Cowan reflect on a series decided by moments. England had chances, but Australia consistently won the big ones. Travis Head’s 600-plus runs shaped the series, Starc earned Player of the Series, and Usman Khawaja was farewelled in his final Test at the SCG. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

Jacob Bethell gave England something they have lacked for much of this series: belief. Arriving at the SCG without a first-class century to his name, the 22-year-old played an innings defined by control, patience, and authority, announcing himself on the Ashes stage and dragging England back into a contest that had been slipping away. Australia still hold the upper hand, but Beau Webster again underlined his growing importance. His unbeaten 71 rescued Australia’s innings, before he returned to take wickets with off-spin, including the key dismissal of Ben Stokes, on a surface offering more than expected. Corbin Middlemas and Ed Cowan unpack the day and set up the final act of the Ashes at the SCG, where Australia will be presented the urn. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

Travis Head set the tone early, igniting the match with another decisive hundred that lifted the tempo and left England exposed. Once Head departed, Steve Smith took over, delivering a century built on discipline, patience, and total control. It was vintage Smith, marked by patience, clarity, and an absolute refusal to take the bait, as Australia seized command of day three. Corbin and Ed then turned to the man of the series debate, weighing Mitchell Starc’s wickets against Head’s match-shaping hundreds, before deciding the conversation could wait. Australia’s depth again became a key talking point. Cameron Green’s frustration after another start without a defining score was contrasted with Beau Webster’s calm, accomplished contribution, while Usman Khawaja’s dismissal was not the farewell many fans had hoped for in his final Test. The discussion closed with a blunt assessment of England’s unravelling, with missed chances, mounting pressure, and fading confidence defining a day that increasingly felt one-sided. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

England had the chance to bat Australia out of the contest on a high-quality SCG wicket, but despite a superb 160 from Joe Root, they failed to fully capitalise, leaving the door open once again. Root’s innings was the class act of the day, controlled, chanceless, and warmly received by the SCG crowd. Yet from a position of dominance, England were dismissed for a total that felt light given the conditions, missing the opportunity to put the game beyond Australia’s reach. Australia responded through Travis Head, whose aggressive, authoritative batting shifted momentum back toward the home side. On a surface offering an even contest between bat and ball, England will look back at day two as a moment where control was available but not taken. Australia, as they have throughout the series, remain standing. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

England finished day one of the fifth Ashes Test firmly on top after play at the SCG was called off early, leaving a sense that both the cricket and the crowd were short-changed. After winning the toss and batting first, England reached 3 for 211 from just 45 overs, with Joe Root 72 not out and Harry Brook 78 not out building an unbroken stand that Australia struggled to break. The pair batted with control and clarity, cashing in on a surface that looked good early and is expected to deteriorate as the Test wears on. Corbin and Ed focus on Australia’s selection, with no frontline spinner named at the SCG for the first time since 1888. The decision loomed larger as the day progressed, raising questions about how Australia will control the game once the pitch begins to break up later in the Test. Bad light, followed by rain, brought an early end to play. While the series is already decided, England leave day one with momentum, and Australia with questions, both about the match and the shape of the team moving forward. Day two begins early, with England well placed and the spotlight firmly on how Australia respond. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

Usman Khawaja announces his retirement, Corbin and Ed reflect on a career that spanned eras, conditions, and expectations. They unpack his late-career peak, the scrutiny that followed him, and the comments that surfaced again around preparation, media pressure, and how players are judged as they age. Attention then turns to the SCG. The weather, the pitch narrative, and the recent run of shortened Tests come under examination, alongside the selection calls that still matter despite the series being decided. Todd Murphy’s case, the balance of the XI, and the pressure points across the top seven are all in play. There’s also a look at Australia’s T20 World Cup squad, who missed out, and what the balance says about conditions and roles, before a full Big Bash wrap and a final dive into the Ashes numbers that underline just how unusual this series has been. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

The two-day Boxing Day Test continues to spark a wider conversation about the state of Test cricket. Corbin Middlemas and Ed Cowan begin in Melbourne, unpacking the fallout at the MCG, Matt Page facing the media, and how a Test meant to anchor the summer instead triggered public unease, with one listener summing it up starkly as “the death of Test cricket.” The discussion then moves through the financial cost of shortened Tests and why, as Cowan puts it, “it’s not a slow slippery slope, it’s a snowball,” before turning to the Big Bash, where a potential sale is unpacked through the realities of revenue distribution and governance, and why those decisions now sit at the centre of cricket’s future. Attention finally shifts to Sydney, where the unexpected spotlight falls on SCG curator Adam Lewis, and what Ed says there is “a lot riding on this Test.”  Cricket always finds room for the absurd, it ends with an unlikely opening partnership: Salt and Pepper. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

England finally broke their drought in Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, but the speed of the win caught everyone off guard. Corbin and Ed unpack a Boxing Day Test that raced from first ball to result in just two days, with Ed capturing the feeling around the ground simply: “It felt deflating.” England’s win was shaped by standout individual performances. Josh Tongue earned Player of the Match after spearheading Australia’s first-innings collapse, with Brydon Carse and Gus Atkinson providing key support. In the chase, Jacob Bethell steadied the innings before Harry Brook closed out the win. For Australia, Scott Boland again impressed, while Travis Head and Alex Carey offered resistance with the bat. Despite the constant action, Ed reckoned that “some things in life are best enjoyed slowly,” and this match “didn’t get time to breathe,” with Corbin describing it as a contest where “the result arrived before the story.” England took the points. Corbin and Ed look ahead to what comes next. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

Australia batted twice on day one of the Boxing Day Test as chaos reigned at the MCG. Corbin and Ed unpack a day that moved too fast, exposed modern batting under pressure, and ended with Scott Boland improbably opening the batting before stumps. Test cricket, on fast-forward. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

The guys step back from the daily wrap to confront what the series result now unlocks. “We’ve now got lots of selection debates,” Cowan says, and few are bigger than Usman Khawaja’s role, Josh Inglis’ opportunity, and how much weight selectors place on decisions already made. With Pat Cummins set to rest, Steve Smith a likely return, and Nathan Lyon unavailable, the guys also dig into the spinner question, the case for Bo Webster, and how Australia balance investment versus reward now that the series is decided. Beyond the Ashes, there’s time for a wild Big Bash run chase, designated hitter debates, and the IPL auction fallout. The urn is secure. The thinking is just getting started. Corbin joins from Perth with a travel-damaged mic after Adelaide celebrations. Same opinions, slightly rougher audio. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

Australia sealed the Ashes in Adelaide by staying patient long enough for England to defeat themselves. For a moment on day five, with wickets in hand and runs still on the board, the chase felt alive. But Australia never panicked and, as Ed Cowan explains, every time England edged towards belief, they handed momentum straight back. England played their best cricket when they showed restraint, and lost it when they didn’t. Australia trusted time, conditions, and discipline, waited for the mistakes, and closed out the series without needing to force the result. The composure of this Australian squad stood out again, with Pat Cummins setting the tone with calm leadership, Scott Boland finishing with relentless discipline, and Marnus Labuschagne finding ways to influence the game beyond the bat. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

Australia tightened their grip on the third Ashes Test on day four, leaving England 228 runs away with just four wickets in hand as the match heads into a decisive final day. With special guest Stuart Clark joining Corbin Middlemas, the mood was one of inevitability. As Corbin put it, “the shorthand of the day is that Australia are on the cusp of victory.” Nathan Lyon was central to that squeeze, ripping through England’s middle order in a decisive evening spell. Clark summed it up succinctly: “Lyon had them in a spin in that final session,” triggering a collapse that tilted the match firmly Australia’s way. Pat Cummins again underlined his value, striking before and after the breaks and dismissing Joe Root for the 13th time in Tests. “He’s a freal, your strike bowler and your workhorse,” Clark said. The conversation also turned to England’s shifting approach, with Bazball increasingly shelved under sustained pressure. Clark was blunt in assessment: “Bad planning. Bad preparation. What did they think was going to happen?” With four wickets left and history stacked against them, England face a final-day climb Australia expect to finish. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by special guest Stuart Clark to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

Day three in Adelaide belonged to Travis Head. A century soaked in pressure, nerves at 99, a dropped chance, and another moment added to the legend at his home ground. Australia’s lead has blown past 350, England are running out of answers, and Ed is ready to call the series. Corbin and Ed unpack Head’s dominance, England’s quiet retreat from Bazball, Stokes carrying too much, and the selection questions simmering beneath Australia’s control. Even the technology had a better day, after a rough start to the series. Day four awaits, and the pressure is on. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Ed are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

Australia ground England into the dust in brutal 40-degree heat, building relentless pressure and leaving them hanging on. Corbin Middlemas and Ed Cowan highlight Alex Carey’s five catches, sparking a broader question about England’s approach and whether, in Cowan’s words, “they’re as skilful as they think they are.” They work through individual performances in England’s attack, from Jofra Archer’s outstanding moments to others who struggled, before turning to key match-ups including Pat Cummins’ ongoing duel with Joe Root, and the growing DRS and Snicko controversy. With technology again under scrutiny, the guys summed it up simply: “Technology is better than it’s ever been – but it’s not perfect.” Listener feedback, selection philosophy, and execution under pressure all come into focus as Australia continue to look repeatable, composed, and ruthless. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Ed are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

Australia hold the early edge after Day One in Adelaide, finishing on a surface that, as Ed put it, “looked tennis-bally” and made scoring off the front foot hard work. Corbin and Ed break down the dismissals, uneven bowling, and why conditions are likely to ease as the Test unfolds. The guys talk Alex Carey’s century, the impact of Steve Smith’s late withdrawal, Usman Khawaja’s recall and 82, and the looming influence of Mitch Starc once Australia take the ball. With a record crowd, big tactical questions ahead, and, in Cowan’s words, “a proper day of Test cricket” in the books, the verdict is clear: the game is alive, but Australia are slightly ahead. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Ed are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

England arrive in Adelaide facing a must-win Test, but the odds are stacked. Australia have lost just once in their last 11 Tests, and only one team in the 149-year history of Test cricket has ever come back from 2–0 down. Brendon McCullum backs continuity, rejecting “knee-jerk” selection calls. Bashir and Tongue remain in the frame, with Ed noting Bashir could be “more effective on day one in Adelaide than at any other point in the series.” The batting order looks locked in, but Ed warns it’s “a hard bet that it just turns around.” Corbin’s been doing the calculations, and the numbers show this red-ball Adelaide Test is far tougher for batters than the pink-ball version. Ed explains why: “The ball can get caught in the grass and bounce more slowly - it almost feels like you’re facing a tennis ball,” making the toss and bowling first crucial. They also discuss a rare India–Pakistan umpiring pairing, ongoing Australian selection debates, preview the BBL where Perth’s list stands out, and wrap up with the Hurricanes dominating the WBBL final as Lizelle Lee stars and Elyse Villani signs off in style. It's a packed episode across the wide world of cricket. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Ed are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

The Bazballers have been re-charging in Noosa and the series is on the line in Adelaide. What levers can Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes pull to keep the tourists alive in the Ashes? Usman Khawaja is available for selection. Will he find a place in the middle order? Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon loom as inclusions, who will be discarded in their place? And what made Ed Cowan "spew in my mouth"? Ed and Corbin Middlemas address these issues as well as the BBL and WBBL. PLUS, your questions answered in the listener mailbag.  ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Ed are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

While Australia sit 2-0 up in the series, the guys dig into whether England have fallen into an “exaggerated sense of their own ability” as they enjoy their “reset in Noosa” ahead of the third test. It took Stokes and Jacks finally “playing properly” on the last day for England to show any real fight, and Corbin and Ed explore whether that flicker of resistance tells us anything or simply exposes a team that is, in Ed’s words, “just not very good”. Selection changes feel inevitable for England, with Archer’s effort labelled “a pathetic test”, Jacks battling to hold his place and Bashir’s absence becoming harder to explain. Back to Australia, the lads also touch on the players who seem to vanish at the edges of selection talk, with Beau Webster slipping under what Corbin jokingly frames as an “invisibility cloak.” plus is Australia’s depth so strong that fringe players can disappear from view for months and still be closer to a baggy green than anyone in England’s touring squad. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Ed are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

2-0 after two Tests. A commanding performance delivers a clinical win. Neser top five wickets, Smith took a screamer, Stokes was brave but couldn't hold back Australia. Archer clashed with Smith in an odd clash late, but in the end it was Australia with a decisive lead. Join Corbin Middlemas and Ed Cowan as they explore the key moments and what this 2-0 lead means for the rest of the series. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Trent are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

Mitchell Starc is constructing an Ashes masterpiece. His defiant batting led Australia to a vital lead as England unravelled with the ball. The veteran bowler then turned it on with the pink ball to leave England teetering on the brink. Trent Copeland joins Corbin Middlemas to unpack another eventful day from Brisbane. ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Trent Copeland to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Trent are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

Australia in control, but England hangs on. Another rollercoaster day of action as Weatherald arrives, England fights, and the Test hangs in the balance. Dropped catches, botched opportunities and more. Simplification? Probably, yet we enter a crucial day three poised evenly and delicately. Across the 2025-26 Ashes series, ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Ed are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’.

Ooft. A rollicking day of momentum shifts leaves the second Test evenly poised.  Joe Root scored a maiden Aussie hundred. Nathan Lyon was overlooked in astonishing scenes. Mitchell Starc did Mitchell Starc things. Joffra Archer went bonkers with the bat. A wild day one at the GABBA? Just your average day of Test cricket in Brisbane. Corbin and Ed pull it apart. Across the 2025-26 Ashes series, ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Ed are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

Usman Khawaja has unloaded on the Perth pitch. How justified is the spicy criticism and how much is reputation management? The opener is racing to be fit, but the conversation has centred on whether Travis Head should open.  The South Australian believes batting orders are overrated and Pat Cummins agrees. Steve Smith is trialling NFL style ‘eye black’ will it make a difference? One factor that will matter is the absence of English tearaway Mark Wood, the boys discuss how England could adapt their approach in Brisbane. PLUS, the team hit international cricket, Sheffield Shield and Ellyse Perry doing Ellyse Perry things in the WBBL. Across the 2025-26 Ashes series, ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Ed are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

Ed and Corb assess Pat Cummins’ likely pink-ball return but how will Australia rotate their quicks with Hazlewood waiting in the wings and selection pressure building fast?  Mitch Marsh comeback chat gets a reality check, while the pair unpack Matt Renshaw’s backing of Usman Khawaja and what it really means for Australia’s opening future. Elsewhere, one player can now decide a Test in a single session with Travis Head showing exactly how in Perth. Is this suddenly a risk for Australia in Brisbane? Plus: the Gabba looms as a swing-fest, the Sheffield Shield pressure gauge rises as Victoria lead, NSW wobble, and selection headaches deepen — and off the field, the financial pressure on Test cricket leaves CA heading into another uncertain summer. Across the 2025-26 Ashes series, ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Ed are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’

Ed and Corb go big in person with the faithful in Sydney. Who will retire by end of series (hint: maybe Australians)? Opening conundrums? England’s ego on trial, what’s the verdict? Across the 2025-26 Ashes series, ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Ed are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ed Cowan on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’.

As England reckons with a humbling series defeat, the commitment to the Bazball ethos seemingly remains intact within the group. Ed and Corbin analyse the refusal to learn lessons from Perth and what that might mean for the team's hierarchy. The team marvels at Travis Head's historic innings and dig into the left hander's importance before unpacking Usman Khawaja's short term future.  Across the 2025-26 Ashes series, ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Ed are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ed Cowan on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’. For tickets and live show info: https://ab.co/436QAJx

Australia claim a volatile series opener after a Travis Head batting masterpiece capitalised on brilliant bowling from Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland. What now for England and what next for injured Usman Khawaja? Ed Cowan joins Corbin Middlemas from Perth. Across the 2025-26 Ashes series, ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Trent Copeland to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Trent are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ed Cowan on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’.

19 wickets, 300 runs and pure chaos in Perth. Mitch Starc took seven, Ben Stokes grabbed five, Usman Khawaja's back spasms dislocated Australia's batting and Wood-Archer made Australia sweat. Across the 2025-26 Ashes series, ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Trent Copeland to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Trent are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ed Cowan on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’.

The history of the Ashes is littered with moments that have defined and intensified the rivalry between the two nations. As we anticipate what those moments might be in the 2025-26 series, Jim Maxwell has been looking back at some of his favourite Ashes memories. In the final part of this series, he and Corbin Middlemas remember England's victory at Edgbaston in 2005 that dramatically swung the momentum of that series.

Corbin and Ed go deep in their Ashes preview as Australia's injury predicament deepens. With three quicks sidelined, we unpack how Australia will manage its attack as a Brendan Doggett debut looms.  Corbin asks Ed to pick who might have a bigger impact with the bat, Travis Head or Harry Brook? The pair make their predictions for the first Test and the series as a whole, before checking in on the WBBL.  Across the 2025-26 Ashes series, ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by former Test opener Ed Cowan to bring you the latest highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Ed are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad. Catch every episodes of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ed Cowan on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’.

As we gear up for the 2025-26 Ashes, legendary commentator Jim Maxwell is looking back at his favourite moments from this storied rivalry. In part five of this series, Jim and Corbin Middlemas look back to 2006 when Shane Warne bowled Australia to a series win in Adelaide.

Josh Hazelwood might have been cleared for the opening Ashes Test, but Corbin and Ed reckon his scare has laid bare different headaches for Australia.  The English picture is more precarious. Frequently injured England star Mark Wood is already struggling with hamstring issues. How the tourists manage Wood and Jofra Archer looms as critical.   The pair also unpack England’s tour-game hitout, the Lions’ strong showing, what the latest Sheffield Shield round has revealed, and how selectors might fine-tune their plans heading into Perth. Across the 2025-26 Ashes series, ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by former Test opener Ed Cowan to bring you the latest highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Ed are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad. Catch every episodes of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ed Cowan on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’.

As we get ready for the 2025-26 instalment of the famous Ashes rivalry, legendary ABC commentator Jim Maxwell is looking back on his favourite Ashes moments from his time loving the game. In this episode, Jim and Corbin Middlemas reflect on a masterful innings from Ben Stokes in 2019 that secured England a famous victory at Headingley.

Corbin Middlemas is back as the gents break down England and Australia's Ashes preparation or lack of, ahead of the first Test in Perth.  The pair discuss who will and won't play the first Test in Perth, wrap up the Sheffield Shield action and go deep on what's the secret to a great salad roll. Across the 2025-26 Ashes series, ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by former Test opener Ed Cowan to bring you the latest highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Ed are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad.  Catch every episodes of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas and Ed Cowan on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’.

With the 2025-26 Ashes on the horizon we are discussing legendary commentator Jim Maxwell's top six Ashes moments from his more than 50-year career. In episode three, he and Corbin Middlemas revel in Allan Border and Jeff Thompson's almost miracle at the MCG in 1982.

The countdown is on to the 2025-26 Ashes series, and we are asking legendary ABC commentator Jim Maxwell to count down his six favourite Ashes memories. Jim and fellow ABC commentator Corbin Middlemas look back at some of the moments that have defined this rivalry. Part two follows Jim to Lords in 1972 where he watched from the stands as Bob Massie put on a bowling clinic.

Ed called it! Corbin Middlemas and former Aussie opener Ed Cowan revel in Australia’s T20 World Cup victory. From Mitch Marsh’s heroics to Adam Zampa’s career defining tournament – everything you need to know about Australia’s historic night is right here.

“Australia wins the whole thing.” Corbin Middlemas and former Aussie opener Ed Cowan look ahead to Australia’s T20 World Cup semi-final against Pakistan, before examining the legacy of Chris Gayle, who bats at five for the Aussies this summer, and the future of the BBL.

“The nature of the beating caught us off guard a little bit.” Corbin Middlemas and Ed Cowan pick apart Australia’s disastrous World Cup loss to England, the broader state of play at the T20 WC, Quinton de Kock controversy, WBBL and Sheffield Shield.

“It was gritty, and it was grimy, and I loved every second of it!” Corbin Middlemas and former Aussie opener Ed Cowan breakdown Australia’s win over South Africa in the men’s T20 World Cup this week on the Grandstand Cricket Podcast. The lads then turn their attention to the other results from the T20 World Cup, the WBBL, the role Marcus Harris might play this summer, and much more!

The Grandstand Cricket podcast with Corbin Middlemas and former Australian opener Ed Cowan is back for another summer of cricket! The lads cast their eyes over the upcoming Men’s T20 World Cup. Who will suit up for Australia? Can the Aussies win it all? Before turning their attention to the Ashes, the WBBL, Sheffield Shield, and one of the biggest questions in Australian cricket at the moment: What’s going on with Justin Langer? Lots of cricket content to get us underway!

Ed Cowan and Corbin Middlemas pull apart the end to the domestic cricket season, with Queensland claiming a ninth Sheffield Shield title. What shape is each state in and why aren't more Aussies heading over to the UK this winter? The IPL, Steve Smith's captaincy bid and reports The Hundred are changing 'wickets' to 'outs' are also on the agenda.

Ed Cowan and Corbin Middlemas review Australia's 5-game T20 tour of NZ. Which questions were answered and which answers were questioned? Are the amount drawn fixtures having a negative impact on the Sheffield Shield? Can Alex Carey force his way into the Test team and what does this run of form mean for Cam Green? Plus as the boys meet on IWD, what is the significance of the Women's World T20 one year on and which cricketer should be cast in bronze outside the SCG?

Ed Cowan and Corbin Middlemas discuss the Sheffield Shield taking centre stage in Australian cricket. Can Pete Handscomb play Test cricket again? Are we taking Harry Conway seriously enough? and which individual performance stood out the most? Plus Australia's ongoing T20 tour of New Zealand, Justin Langer's interview on Summer Grandstand and the explosive two-day Test in Ahmedabad.

Ed Cowan and Corbin Middlemas analyse Australia's heavy defeat to New Zealand in the first of five T20 internationals across the ditch. The IPL Auction, India's Test series with England at Ahmedabad's new stadium and the beefed up Sheffield Shield all on the agenda. Plus, is dissent towards umpires becoming an issue in Australian cricket?

This episode of The Grandstand Cricket Podcast features Josh Philippe. The Sydney Sixers opener joins Corbin Middlemas and Ed Cowan from quarantine in New Zealand, ahead of the upcoming limited-overs series. On the agenda: Corbin and Ed pull apart the BBL Final, the competition's free agents, the postponed tour of South Africa and the reaction to the unrest in the Australian Test camp.

Alister Nicholson joins former Australian batsman Ed Cowan again on The Grandstand Cricket Podcast this week. Where the pair preview the final games of BBL10 and suggest how the league's matches can be tightened up. Also on the agenda: Thoughts on the South Africa Test and New Zealand limited-over squads. Should Alex Carey be our next Australian captain? And the talk of friction in the Australian change rooms under Justin Langer.

Alister Nicholson joins former Australian batsman Ed Cowan on The Grandstand Cricket Podcast this week. Where the pair review how effective the Big Bash's new rules have been and which players should heading to New Zealand and South Africa. Also on the agenda: How should selectors assimilate Jhye Richardson back into the national setup? And is the looming South Africa Test series the most crucial of David Warner's career?

The Grandstand Cricket podcast with Corbin Middlemas and former Australian opener Ed Cowan after the completion of a compelling Test series. How India prevailed, the holes in Australia's batting, Pat Cummins man of the series performance and fast bowling units versus fast bowling trios, all on the agenda. Corbin and Ed also discuss the upcoming Australian tours and Perth Scorcher AJ Tye joins the podcast.

The Grandstand Cricket podcast with Corbin Middlemas and former Australian opener Ed Cowan after India's game-saving fifth day performance in Sydney. The tourists resolve, Steve Smith's comeback hundred, crowd behaviour and the return of the ugly Australian all on the agenda. Plus Sunil Gavaskar's criticism of Australia's on-field behaviour and a deep dive on the Sydney Thunder.

The Grandstand Cricket podcast with Corbin Middlemas and former Australian opener Ed Cowan ahead of the third Test in Sydney. The decision to play in Sydney, what that means for the fourth Test in Brisbane, India's bubble breach, Warner's fitness and Steve Smith's slump all on the agenda. Corbin and Ed also discuss the front-of-mind issues in the Big Bash and search for assistance to explain Sydney's recent track record of damp Test matches.

The Grandstand Cricket podcast with Corbin Middlemas and former Australian opener Ed Cowan following India's series-levelling victory in the Boxing Day Test. India's famous Test victory, Rahane's captaincy, Travis Head's form, Pucovski's immediate future and the BBL calendar all on the agenda. Corbin and Ed are also joined by broadcast colleague Alison Mitchell to discuss the third Test being played in Sydney and cricket broadcast rights.

Episode four of The Grandstand Cricket podcast with Corbin Middlemas and former Australian opener Ed Cowan. Is the series over after India's dramatic collapse at Adelaide? Should we play more pink ball Tests? And how many teams can win the BBL? Corbin and Ed answer these questions and are joined by chief cricket writer at The Australian, Peter Lalor.

Episode three of The Grandstand Cricket podcast with Corbin Middlemas and former Australian opener Ed Cowan. Marnus the opener, concussions and the BBL's opening week. Plus First Test predictions and Sydney Sixer Jordan Silk joins the show.

Episode two of The Grandstand Cricket podcast with Corbin Middlemas and former Australian opener Ed Cowan. India's turnaround, concussion subs, Steve Smith's captaincy. Plus the BBL returns and cricket behind the paywall.

The Grandstand Cricket podcast returns with Corbin Middlemas and former Australian opener Ed Cowan. Steve Smith's hands, India's fielding, injuries and over rates are all on the agenda for the first episode of the summer. Plus the WBBL final and BBL rule innovations.

Ed is joined once again by Trent Copeland to unpack all the big stories from the Sheffield Shield, including the rise of Brendan Doggett. Could a Test debut be on the cards this summer? The guys also dive into England’s seemingly cursed tour of New Zealand, the Aussie women’s shock World Cup exit, and the biggest news of the week - tickets are now on sale for our live show! Head to the link for all the details and to grab your ticket: https://ab.co/4hFEk8V

Good luck facing Josh Hazlewood this summer, England. With Corby on a break, Ed is joined by Trent Copeland to unpack the ODI series against India - and the big takeaway? Josh Hazlewood looks in ominous touch heading towards the Ashes. The guys break down all the key talking points from the series, including Sharma and Kohli’s poetic SCG farewell, check in on the latest from the Sheffield Shield, and dive (again) into the never-ending Ashes selection debate.

What’s your favourite Ashes moment? As part of the lead in for the 2025-26 series, legendary ABC commentator Jim Maxwell is breaking down his six favourite memories from a career spanning more than five decades. In this six part special, Jim and Corbin Middlemas pull apart the moments that have defined a famous rivalry. Part one is the saga that has framed the coming clash, the stumping of Jonny Bairstow at Lord's in 2023.

The countdown to The Ashes is well and truly underway, but while we wait, we've got a short-format series against India to enjoy. Did Corbin and Ed like what they saw in the first ODI against India? Sheffield Shield players are still auditioning for a national call up, who can catch the selectors' eye? And does Cam Bancroft need to take a breather from cricket? Plus, all the latest from the Women's World Cup as teams start to cement their semi-finals spots.

With Pat Cummin's back injury most likely to rule him out of some Ashes matches, Trent Copeland and Ed Cowan take you through the next tier of players who will be closely monitored to step up into the squad. As the General Manager of Sydney Thunder, Trent shares how they secured Ravi Ashwin for the entire Big Bash season. Plus, the team bring you the latest from the Women's World Cup where Alyssa Healy's captain's knock ensured a recording breaking win for Australia against India.

Sheffield Shield is back for another season, who's auditioning for a spot in the Ashes? Teddy and Corbin take you through their rankings of prospective players who could be opening for Australia. Plus, you'll hear the wash-up from the New Zealand v Australia T20 series and the latest on the Women's ODI World Cup.

‘This is England’s best chance in a long time to take the urn home.’  Teddy and Corbin break down England’s newly announced 16-man squad for the Ashes this summer. We also update our race to open the batting rankings. Are we getting a bit nervous about these Ashes? Maybe…

It’s raining runs in Aussie cricket - hundreds from Sam Konstas, Marnus Labuschagne, and more! But as Ed asks: are all runs created equal? We dive into the recent run frenzy, update our race to open the batting standings, size up the old enemy, and check in on Captain Pat’s back worries.

“My overarching reaction is one of sadness, but not surprise.” Teddy and Corbin unpack the recent controversy as Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav led his team in refusing to shake hands with Pakistan players at the Asia Cup.  Plus, which players are best placed to open alongside Usman Khawaja?  We launch our very easy to understand ranking system that we’ll update as the first Test draws closer.

Spoiler: We’re very worried.  Teddy and Corbin discuss the recent news that Pat Cummins will miss the NZ and India white-ball series as he manages a lower back issue in a race to be fit for the first Test of the Ashes.  We also check in on Marnus, before diving back into our mailbag.

Spring has arrived, and so has our ever-growing mailbag. We’re diving headfirst into your best questions as the summer of cricket draws near.  Keep them coming, we can’t get enough from our fellow cricket nerds.

Australia’s T20 and ODI series against South Africa wrapped up in Mackay on Sunday, but the lingering question remains: does anyone really care? Corbin and Ed do their best to park the cynicism as they unpack a white-ball contest with little at stake - beyond putting the Top End on the cricketing map, which we are behind!  We also find time to debate Cam Green’s best spot in the Test order, Marnus’ continuing drought, and why selectors are stuck between quick fixes and long-term planning.

Corbin and Ed dig into Todd Greenberg’s comments this week that not every nation in world cricket needs to aspire to play Test cricket. Is the longest format the pinnacle for all, or just the preserve of a privileged few? The lads break it down, challenge the idea, and explore what it means for the future of the game.

Corbin joins us live from Darwin, fresh off calling the T20 opener between Australia and South Africa. Ed and Corby dive into Australia’s unstoppable streak in the shortest format - but why has the Top End been missing from the cricket map? Plus, with the Ashes looming, the guys spotlight the surprise contenders shaking up Australia’s top six.

‘How good is Test cricket?’ Teddy and Corbin revel in the drama of the India-England Test series, as the fifth Test heads into a thrilling final day - another reminder of why we still believe in the magic of Test cricket.  Then, it’s a pivot from the pitch to the boardroom, as we unpack the growing noise around the future of the Big Bash and the prospect of private ownership and expansion.

Ed and Corbin dive into the fiery fallout from the fourth Test in Manchester, where India snubbed Ben Stokes's offer to shake hands - choosing instead to chase runs with Washington Sundar closing in on a maiden ton.  Whose side are we on? Is England turning into the villains of the game? And what does this all mean for the Ashes later this summer?

With Ed Cowan out sick, Corbin Middlemas calls up World Cup winner Xavier Doherty to join us this week!  The pair unpack the early takeaways from the West Indies T20 series, from Jake Fraser-McGurk’s rocky recall to Mitchell Owen’s debut, and why this might just be the best fielding team Australia has ever put on a cricket field.  Plus, what Nathan Ellis and Scott Boland have in common, and what Nathan Lyon’s shock omission says about Australia’s red-ball approach.

The final day of play between the West Indies and Australia saw records topple and milestones reached, but what happened to the West Indies in their second innings? Meanwhile at Lord's England secure a memorable win over India. Plus, you’ll hear all the latest news from the cricketing world.

Australia wraps up the Frank Worrell Trophy against the West Indies, but the same old batting headaches remain.  Teddy and Corbin break down Steve Smith’s masterclass, Cam Green’s crucial knock, and the brilliance of the Aussie bowling attack. Plus, fresh concerns over the top order and a statement win for India over England. Curious times with the Ashes just a few months away.

We dive deep into Australia’s ongoing top-order batting crisis - what went wrong in Barbados? From unpredictable pitch conditions to questionable shot selections, we unpack how key players like Sam Konstas and Cameron Green are struggling to find their feet at the top.  What does the lack of a clear batting strategy mean for Australia ahead of the Ashes? Is there a way forward for the Aussies’ fragile top order, or are bigger changes on the horizon?

As Australia kicks off their new WTC campaign in the Caribbean, Corbin and Ed dive deep into the shifting sands of Aussie selection, batting combinations, and the tough calls that shaped this Test XI. There's also a nostalgic detour to Barbados with Ed reliving his Test memories at Kensington Oval, while the pair debate missed selection windows, and the price of wish-casting the next great Aussie opener.

In a jam-packed episode, it's Gemini season, and the birthday boys are serving up humble pie after South Africa's stunning triumph in the World Test Championship Final.  Ed and Corbin break down how the Proteas dismantled Australia at Lord’s - tactically, emotionally and symbolically.

Teddy and Corbin preview the biggest red-ball showdown of the year (until the Ashes) - Australia vs South Africa at Lord’s. They dive into all the key questions: What will the Aussie XI look like? Will Marnus make the cut? How will the English weather play a role? And of course - who’s taking home the WTC mace? Get ready for the ultimate cricket chat ahead of the WTC Final, and don’t forget: from Wednesday June 11 at 7:30pm AEST, you can hear every ball live and ad-free on the ABC listen app.

With just over a week to go until the World Test Championship Final against South Africa, excitement is building and so are the questions.  What will the Aussie line-up look like? What should it look like? And could this be Steve Smith’s final outing in the baggy green? Plus, we dive deep into the fiery stadium debate brewing in Tasmania.

England and Zimbabwe faced off in a one-off Test that went exactly how you’d expect - a lopsided English run-fest. Teddy and Corbin dissect the Test, and ask the big question: is there anything we can take from this ahead of the Ashes?  Plus, a deep dive into how the Aussies are faring in the County circuit. Who’s firing, who’s flopping, and is Marnus Labuschagne running out of luck?

The World Test Championship final is coming, and we want you ready and locked in cricket nerds.  Teddy and Corbin break down the Aussie squad and pick their ideal XI.  Who opens? Where does Cameron Green fit? What's next for pod favourite Sammy K?

IPL or exit row? As tensions flare on the India-Pakistan border and airspace closures disrupt international travel, Australian cricketers face a high-stakes decision: return to the IPL or stay home? In this ep, we unpack the complex web of safety concerns, financial pressures, career risks, and personal responsibilities that players are grappling with.

Teddy and Corbin discuss the news surrounding Kagiso Rabada, who is currently serving a “provisional suspension” after admitting to a positive test for a recreational drug. What does this mean for the World Test Championship? Speaking of the WTC, let's get the team chat started early! Who will open the batting for the Aussies? Will Cam Green play? Is Marcus Harris back in the mix? We also find a lot of time to revel in the arrival of 14-year-old Indian Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who smashed the second-fastest IPL century of all time this week.

Big moves are brewing in American cricket! New Zealand Cricket makes history, becoming the first national board to invest in an overseas T20 league, teaming up with Major League Cricket for a brand-new franchise in 2027. What could this mean for MLC’s future - and for cricket’s big moment at the LA Olympics? Plus, we dive into all the latest IPL drama, including Glenn Maxwell getting dropped after Virender Sehwag’s suggestion that the Big Show was treating the tournament like a ‘holiday’.

Corbin and Ed reflect on the recent retirement of Will Pucovski - a prodigious talent whose career was marred by repeated concussions. His story sparks a timely discussion about the challenges of facing the short ball in modern cricket and whether helmet technology has truly progressed to protect players adequately. Are we doing enough?  What lessons can the sport take from Pucovski’s journey, and how can cricket evolve to better safeguard its athletes?

Teddy and Corbin break down Cricket Australia’s freshly announced 23-man contract list—with some predictable inclusions and surprise omissions. Who’s in, who’s out, and what does it all mean for the future of the Aussie side? The lads also dive into the latest from the IPL and County cricket, and we tackle the complexities of the WCA’s new Global Game Structure Report.

After 29 long years, South Australia has claimed the Sheffield Shield, pulling off a record-breaking run chase in the final to defeat Queensland by four wickets. This historic victory deserves a deep dive, and that’s exactly what we’re bringing you. Join us as we break down the match, celebrate the key moments, and revel in the glory of this long-awaited triumph. Drink it in, Croweaters - this one’s for you!

After Queensland’s head of elite cricket Joe Dawes slammed his absence from a recent Sheffield Shield match, Usman Khawaja fired back at “inflammatory” and “untrue” claims in a fiery press conference – and we need to talk about it. Teddy and Corbin break down the entire 17-minute presser before turning their attention to the big Shield final.  Can South Australia break their 29-year drought, or will it be Khawaja and his Queensland Bulls?  A big week for us cricket nerds!

A predictable and ultimately underwhelming Champions Trophy, stars like Steve Smith retiring from the format, and the rise and rise of T20 cricket — are we witnessing the slow inevitable demise of the 50-over format? Teddy and Corbin break it all down, from the fading appeal of the one-day game, to the upcoming conclusion of the Shield season.

We’re not trying to be nasty or petty, but England really sucks at the moment.  They’ve been bundled out of the Champions Trophy, and Teddy and Corbin want to talk about it.  We also break down South Australia’s drought-ending win, as they set their sights on a history-making double.