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The Final Word Cricket Podcast
Cricket for everyone – your friendly guide to the world's strangest sport. Geoff Lemon and Adam Collins combine match analysis with irreverence, politics, interviews and history as they follow the game they love around the world. You can support the show at patreon.com/thefinalword. Get your big NordVPN discount: https://nordvpn.com/tfw
- 1907 - TFW Daily - Fight to the finish - South Africa Australia, 2nd Test, Gqeberha Day 5
South Africa Australia Daily, 2nd Test, Gqeberha Day 5: It wasn't supposed to go that deep. But then, a nightwatchman isn't supposed to bowl all day. And a team's fourth seamer isn't supposed to bowl the best deliveries. The unexpected came around in various ways in the push to the finish line at Gqeberha. What a Test match, defying the rain. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream this series along with over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au A protector designed by Kane Williamson. Get a new era of protection with Cover: coverathletes.com The Final Word Hazy Pale Ale from Stomping Ground is back! Browse their entire range stompingground.beer Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 - 1906 - TFW Daily - The worst collapse since last time - South Africa Australia, 2nd Test, Gqeberha Day 4
South Africa Australia Daily, 2nd Test, Gqeberha Day 4: It may be the tipping point for some careers to end in the Australian top order, as only Travis Head was able to make a score of note against the world-class bowling of the South Africans, with Marco Jansen backing up his batting with five wickets. Australia still has a way out, but can they resist the South African attack? Bharat Sundaresan joins Adam Collins at St George's Park in Gqeberha. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream this series along with over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au A protector designed by Kane Williamson. Get a new era of protection with Cover: coverathletes.com The Final Word Hazy Pale Ale from Stomping Ground is back! Browse their entire range stompingground.beer Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 - 1905 - TFW Daily- A knock for the ages - South Africa Australia, 2nd Test, Gqeberha Day 3
South Africa Australia Daily, 2nd Test, Gqeberha Day 3: It would take something monumental to flip the series on its head, and the man smallest in stature stood the tallest to do just that. Can Australia come out swinging tomorrow to keep their 1-0 advantage? Bharat Sundaresan joins Adam Collins at St George's Park in Gqeberha. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream this series along with over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au A protector designed by Kane Williamson. Get a new era of protection with Cover: coverathletes.com The Final Word Hazy Pale Ale from Stomping Ground is back! Browse their entire range stompingground.beer Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 - 1904 - TFW Daily- Boland v Bavuma - South Africa Australia, 2nd Test, Gqeberha Day 2
South Africa Australia Daily, 2nd Test, Gqeberha Day 2: There was a long wait to get onto the park, but a session of highlights followed - a blinding catch, supreme bowling, and some balls flying out of the park as Temba Bavuma tried to drag South Africa out of the Scott Boland-shaped hole . Geoff Lemon joins Adam Collins from St George's Park in Gqeberha. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream this series along with over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au The Final Word Hazy Pale Ale from Stomping Ground is back! Browse their entire range stompingground.beer A protector designed by Kane Williamson. Get a new era of protection with Cover: coverathletes.com Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 - 1903 - TFW Daily - Boland goes bang bang - South Africa Australia, 2nd Test, Gqeberha Day 1
South Africa Australia Daily, 2nd Test, Gqeberha Day 1: Australia pulled the Scott Boland lever and got the result they wanted. Nathan Lyon made way again. What does that mean for the next 12 months? Geoff Lemon joins Adam Collins from St George's Park in Gqeberha. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream this series along with over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au A protector designed by Kane Williamson. Get a new era of protection with Cover: coverathletes.com The Final Word Hazy Pale Ale from Stomping Ground is back! Browse their entire range stompingground.beer Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sun, 18 Oct 2026 - 1902 - TFW Daily - Lyon faces the drop again - South Africa Australia, 2nd Test, Gqeberha Day 0
South Africa Australia Daily, 2nd Test, Gqeberha Day 0: One day out from the 2nd Test, and it might be an all-pace battery one again for Australia, if the signs from the nets are anything to go by. And who better to read the nets than Bharat Sundaresan? He joins Adam Collins from Australian team training. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream this series along with over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au A protector designed by Kane Williamson. Get a new era of protection with Cover: coverathletes.com The Final Word Hazy Pale Ale from Stomping Ground is back! Browse their entire range stompingground.beer Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 - 1901 - Story Time 291 – The Bharat Sundaresan request line
It’s Story Time, our weekly walk through cricket history. This week, a few listeners have been hanging out for Bharat to come back on the show, but it's been a while. This week, he tells two stories designed for him to tell, both involving icons of the 1980s. Also, another Bharat-linked tale going all the way back to Bodyline, and fate delivering for the English captain who most deserved to be whacked in the nuts. Your Nerd Pledge numbers for this week: 2.06 - Darryl Richardson 5.90 - Satchmo Distel 5.24 - Richard Fleming Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Get 15% off Step One's clothing range at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 - 1900 - John Farnham will see you at Rundle Mall, bright and early
Season 21, Episode 2: The weekly show! Coming to you from St George's Park, in Gqeberha, the city formerly known as Port Elizabeth. But what else is happening beyond South Africa? There's Stick Cricket in India courtesy of Shai Hope and his West Indies side, the Sheffield Shield has started, some great signs for Bangladesh women in their series against Australia, big scheduling problems with the women's game, Jack Leach is on the outer for England plans, and just what was Andrew McDonald talking about when dissecting Nic Maddinson's duck? Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them to ask about what you need: mauriceblackburn.com.au Stream over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports, including the best cricket from around the world. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com The Final Word Hazy Pale Ale from Stomping Ground is back! Browse their entire range stompingground.beer A protector designed by Kane Williamson? Get a new era of protection with Cover: coverathletes.com Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 - 1899 - TFW Daily - Are the Aussies good now? - SA Australia, 1st Test, Durban Day 6
South Africa Australia Daily, 1st Test, Durban Day 6: Time to look back. This was one of the more significant engagements for Australia for a while, and a match that could have gone so badly wrong ended up going very strongly right. How much of that is built on solid foundations, and what needs ongoing repair? Also, why did South Africa choose to start their series on a ground where they always lose and where nobody can see? Bharat Sundaresan joins Geoff Lemon for the burning questions. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream this series along with over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au A protector designed by Kane Williamson. Get a new era of protection with Cover: coverathletes.com The Final Word Hazy Pale Ale from Stomping Ground is back! Browse their entire range stompingground.beer Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 - 1898 - TFW Daily - Hazlewood’s magnificent six - South Africa Australia, 1st Test, Durban Day 5
South Africa Australia Daily, 1st Test, Durban Day 5: It didn't come as quickly as expected, but Australia's relentless bowling paid dividends, with Josh Hazlewood taking 6 wickets. As ever, Aiden Markram provided stern resistance for the hosts. What happens with selection in Gqeberha? Pat Cummins hinted at shuffling the pack. Bharat Sundaresan joins Adam Collins from Kingsmead in Durban. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream this series along with over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au A protector designed by Kane Williamson. Get a new era of protection with Cover: coverathletes.com The Final Word Hazy Pale Ale from Stomping Ground is back! Browse their entire range stompingground.beer Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tue, 13 Oct 2026 - 1897 - TFW Daily - Hot Hand Matt - South Africa Australia, 1st Test, Durban
South Africa Australia Daily, 1st Test, Durban Day 4: Matt Renshaw's coming-of-age party continued with bat, then subsequently, ball. Concerns over a Steve Smith head knock linger for Australia, whilst their recent nemesis Aiden Markram and the lower order look to invoke memories of Adelaide 2012, with bad light potentially truncating the day. Geoff Lemon joins Adam Collins from Kingsmead in Durban. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream this series along with over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au The Final Word Hazy Pale Ale fro Stomping Ground is back! Browse their entire range stompingground.beer A protector designed Kane Williamson, a new era of sports protection with Cover: coverathletes.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com They can't hurt you if they can't find you. Get 60% off with Incogni: incogni.com/finalword Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 12 Oct 2026 - 1896 - TFW Daily - Smith's classic catches reel - South Africa Australia, 1st Test, Durban
South Africa Australia Daily, 1st Test, Durban Day 3: Steve Smith created his own highlight reel in the slips, and Australia piled on the pressure off the back of his mits. South Africa are still scrapping hard to keep in the contest, and there was chance for Nic Maddinson. Bharat Sundaresan Joins Adam Collins from Kingsmead in Durban. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream this series along with over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au The Final Word Hazy Pale Ale fro Stomping Ground is back! Browse their entire range stompingground.beer A protector designed Kane Williamson, a new era of sports protection with Cover: coverathletes.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com They can't hurt you if they can't find you. Get 60% off with Incogni: incogni.com/finalword Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sun, 11 Oct 2026 - 1895 - TFW Daily - A coming of age - South Africa Australia, 1st Test, Durban
South Africa Australia Daily, 1st Test, Durban Day 2: A big Queenslander made Australia feel comfortable again, whilst South Africa searched for answers and battled hard. It was a day of Test cricket like the old days, with Day 3 and the series set up beautifully. Bharat Sundaresan Joins Adam Collins from Kingsmead in Durban. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream this series along with over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au The Final Word Hazy Pale Ale fro Stomping Ground is back! Browse their entire range stompingground.beer A protector designed Kane Williamson, a new era of sports protection with Cover: coverathletes.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com They can't hurt you if they can't find you. Get 60% off with Incogni: incogni.com/finalword Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 - 1894 - TFW Daily - Maddinson under the bus - South Africa Australia, 1st Test, Durban
South Africa Australia Daily, 1st Test, Durban Day 1: South Africa Australia Daily, 1st Test, Durban Day 1: Australia pulled another shock beyond Nic Maddinson’s selection by asking him to open. The results won't be something that anyone wants to remember. Lunch was important, Nortje bowled fire, and a see-sawing day ended early for bad light. Geoff Lemon is joined by Adam Collins from Kingsmead in Durban. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream this series along with over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au A protector designed Kane Williamson, a new era of sports protection with Cover: coverathletes.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com They can't hurt you if they can't find you. Get 60% off with Incogni: incogni.com/finalword Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 - 1893 - TFW Daily - Why no Aussie XI? - South Africa Australia, 1st Test, Durban
South Africa Australia Daily, 1st Test, Durban Preview: The talking is almost over. 1 vs 2 in world cricket: a series with narrative everywhere you look. South Africa will play its first home Test since last year’s glorious WTC final, with a lineup very similar to June 2025. One superstar comes in for another: Anrich Nortje replaces the injured Kagiso Rabada, and the experienced spinner Simon Harmer joins Ke$hav Maharaj on a pitch expected to turn. Australia return to the country of their biggest fiasco, still unsure of their starting XI. We won’t know until the toss who’ll be replacing all-rounder Cameron Green. Cooper Connolly is the most likely, but will Nic Maddinson storm in late? Bharat Sundaresan joins Adam Colins in Kingsmead in Durban. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream this series along with over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au A protector designed Kane Williamson, a new era of sports protection with Cover: coverathletes.com Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream this series along with over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com They can't hurt you if they can't find you. Get 60% off with Incogni: incogni.com/finalword Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com They can't hurt you if they can't find you. Get 60% off with Incogni: incogni.com/finalword Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 08 Oct 2026 - 1892 - Australia's return to South Africa launches in 3, 2, 1...
Season 21, Episode 1: Another week, a new season, as the southern hemisphere summer swings into action. All things South Africa lead the show, with both that team and Australia making squad changes, some more controversial than others. The one-day World Cup schedule for 2027 is out a year ahead of time, with some surprises and some very unsurprising elements. Mohammed Rizwan is still being hassled by Pakistani cops, Sophie Molineux is still on the injury list, and there's plenty of weirdness from the franchise world. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports, including the best cricket from around the world. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them to ask about what you need: mauriceblackburn.com.au Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 - 1891 - Story Time 290 – When Gavaskar did what Bradman couldn't
It’s Story Time, our weekly walk through cricket history. This week, one question: was there any game played in the 19th century that wasn't at Lord's? A self-styled pioneer with a pseudonym certainly got his fill of pavilion lunches. Also, do South Australians play for South Australia? We test facts against myth, as well as an unlikely trip to Los Angeles, and a clean sweep even rarer than we imagined. Your Nerd Pledge numbers for this week: 11.30 - Miranda Debeljakovic 1893.94 - Bernhard Sayer 7.60 - Nigel Browne 1.72 - Ash Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Get 15% off Step One's clothing range at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 02 Oct 2026 - 1890 - TFW Daily - Peake into the future - South Africa Australia, 3rd ODI
South Africa Australia Daily, 3rd ODI, Potchefstroom: South Africa gave some of their younger players a gallop in the North-West University town, and Australia let their big names stretch their legs. Alex Carey and Pat Cummins made Australia look comfortable, but Oliver Peake and Xavier Bartlett might get the country excited for the future, and Ryan Rickelton and gave South Africa huge momentum. It was set up for another box-office day. Dan Gallan joins Geoff Lemon. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream this series along with over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com They can't hurt you if they can't find you. Get 60% off with Incogni: incogni.com/finalword Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 - 1889 - It's decapitation week at Cricket Australia
Season 20, Episode 32: We called it: CA chair Mike Baird has been knocked off by New South Wales, and the cricket privatisation war could now turn in any directions Can we short-circuit the conflict by crowdfunding the Renegades, and signing Will Bosisto into the bargain? Over in South Africa, the Aussies are floundering in the pyjamas, Kagiso Rabada has been in the hyperbaric chamber with Kouta, and Pat Cummins may not be fit. Plenty of moving parts there, as Kohli powers on in one-day cricket, and Warwickshire are County Champs. Sign the Will Bosiito petition c.org/bYBLXJ6dpH Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports, including the best cricket from around the world. Sign up today at: kayosports.com.au Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them to ask about what you need: mauriceblackburn.com.au Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw They can’t harm you, if they can’t find you! Use code FINALWORD and get 60% off annual plans: incogni.com/finalword Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 - 1888 - Story Time 289 – Saving Allan Border's secret world record
It’s Story Time, our weekly walk through cricket history. This week, we might need some help to get this one across the line, but there's a world record that need reclaiming from some dubious operators, and it involves Australia's greatest Test captain. Come with us to find out more. Also this week, will the pitchforks need to come out for a contentious TFW opinion? Plus an Oxford student with a wild life and lineage, and a pioneer who missed a Test cap. Your Nerd Pledge numbers for this week: 10.47 - Peet 3.77 - Simon Clarke 7.18 - Steven Westwood 7.24 - Brent Simmonds Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 15% off Step One's clothing range at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 28 Sep 2026 - 1887 - TFW Daily - Cam Green troubles - South Africa Australia, 2nd ODI
South Africa Australia Daily, 2nd ODI, Johannesburg: Australia were bullish at the Bullring, talking about levelling the series. South Africa's batters levelled the Australians. The chase was hefty, but the chasing was just as Bison-sized. So could the visitors correct their course this time around, and make use of another massive opening stand? Not when Australia's middle order is busted. Call it Cam Green syndrome. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream this series along with over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com They can't hurt you if they can't find you. Get 60% off with Incogni: incogni.com/finalword Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sun, 27 Sep 2026 - 1886 - TFW Daily - Big moment, Big Marco - South Africa Australia, 1st ODI
South Africa Australia Daily, 1st ODI, Durban: In the lead-up to the Test series, this one-day series has extra significance. Starc was here, so was Hazlewood, with Cummins in the wings. And in true one-day style, this first game twisted, turned, drifted, and dipped. Matthew Breetzke and Big Marco Jansen had a time, then Mitchell Marsh went into overdrive. The result would rely on how to deal with spin. Hello, Ke$hav Maharaj. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream this series along with over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com They can't hurt you if they can't find you. Get 60% off with Incogni: incogni.com/finalword Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 24 Sep 2026 - 1885 - Could Mike Baird be knocked off as CA chair?
Season 20, Episode 31: With Mike Baird's CA board seat at risk, a resignation has seen an independent spot open up. Deidre Chambers, what a coincidence. Stephen Fleming arrives as England’s adult in the room, while Mark Wood announced his retirement much more slowly than he bowled. Australia have a fun tussle with Zimbabwe on their way to South Africa, Leicestershire’s pitch rating sees them relegated, and Somerset fumble another chance to win their first County Championship. With Adam Collins and Geoff Lemon. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports, including the best cricket from around the world. Sign up today at: kayosports.com.au Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them to ask about what you need: mauriceblackburn.com.au Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 They can’t harm you, if they can’t find you! Use code FINALWORD and get 60% off annual plans: incogni.com/finalword Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tue, 22 Sep 2026 - 1884 - Story Time 288 – Argentina, global nemesis
It’s Story Time, our weekly walk through cricket history. This week, a massive tangent from Argentine cricket into Argentine global conspiracy theories. Does it make sense? Not sure, come with us anyway. Also this week, a very puzzling New Zealand story that starts in the 1960s, and a burly and bombastic figure who briefly reached the top. Adam and Geoff are at the controls. Your Nerd Pledge numbers for this week: 12.50 - Peder Roberts 3.86 - Rahul Venkat 11.07 - Alex Brown Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sat, 19 Sep 2026 - 1883 - Story Time 287 – One free Buttercup Bread scratchie inside
It’s Story Time, our weekly walk through cricket history. This week, what happens when you find a Buttercup Bread scratchie featuring Courtney Walsh from either 1996 or 2000? You find out if we won. Also this week, a disappearing act, tales of the North, and how the best debut wasn't much valued a game later. Your Nerd Pledge numbers for this week: 5.39 - Sam Brown 4.07 - Patch Clapp 8.43 - Kevin Cooper Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 - 1882 - The soul of Australian cricket (for sale, enquire within)
Season 20, Episode 30: Does anyone have deja vu yet? Another week, another Cricket Australia announcement that they have approved selling the Big Bash even though they can't sell it yet, another round of smashing the panic button to say that if they don't sell now it will be TOO LATE. Also this week, UK race rioters target Pakistani cricketers, but so does the Pakistani cybercrime unit. Indian and Pakistani administrators continue posturing at the women's Asia Cup, The Aussies head to Africa, we look back at a bizarre English Test season, and star wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav joins as the Rothesay County Championship player of the week. Plus, we go to Lord's to chat about the Knight-Stokes Cup. With Adam Collins and Geoff Lemon. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports, including the best cricket from around the world. Sign up today at: kayosports.com.au Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them to ask about what you need: mauriceblackburn.com.au Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 They can’t harm you, if they can’t find you! Use code FINALWORD and get 60% off annual plans: incogni.com/finalword Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 - 1881 - Story Time 286 – The sandpaper redux
It’s Story Time, our weekly walk through cricket history. This week, Geoff and Adam were meant to do four numbers rather than two, but with the Sandpaper Redux tour looming, it seemed an apt time to revisit 2018 in detail. Also this week, a spot of Bradman mythbusting. Your Nerd Pledge numbers for this week: 3.00 – Andrew Pelechaty 2.60 – Matt Near the Gabba Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 - 1880 - TFW Daily - Just for a moment - England Pakistan, 3rd Test, Edgbaston Day 4
England Pakistan Daily, 3rd Test, Edgbaston Day 4: For a final intoxicating moment, the chance of a miracle continued to beckon. But it would take more than a shock comeback to solve the problems of Pakistan cricket. It is telling that our first reaction after a sensational debut is to fear for that player's future. Such is the mess of mismanagement and disaster. Daniel Norcross joins Geoff Lemon. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 They can't hurt you if they can't find you. Get 60% off with Incogni: incogni.com/finalword Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Stream over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports, including the best cricket from around the world. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sat, 12 Sep 2026 - 1879 - TFW Daily - Do you believe in miracles? - England Pakistan, 3rd Test, Edgbaston Day 3
England Pakistan Daily, 3rd Test, Edgbaston Day 3: The obituaries of this Pakistan tour to England will mourn the lack of flair, passion, and the unknown of old, but in Razaullah they have unearthed a player who can swashbuckle with the best of them. Nine sixes on debut, to add to his four first-innings wickets, have the true believers whispering that something special could happen on Day 4. Danyal Rasool joins Adam Collins. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 They can't hurt you if they can't find you. Get 60% off with Incogni: incogni.com/finalword Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Stream over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports, including the best cricket from around the world. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 11 Sep 2026 - 1878 - TFW Daily - Hello brink, old friend - England Pakistan, 3rd Test, Edgbaston Day 2
England Pakistan Daily, 3rd Test, Edgbaston Day 2: There is, for a moment, something to cheer for: a tall charismatic young fast bowler with tungsten hair and a silken wrist. Enter Test cricket, for at least a moment, Razaullah. Indeed, if you started this match halfway through the day, you would say that Pakistan have put up some fight. Their bowlers did. Just try not to think about their preceding innings with the bat, because the players involved sure didn't. Daniel Norcross joins Geoff Lemon. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 They can't hurt you if they can't find you. Get 60% off with Incogni: incogni.com/finalword Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Stream over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports, including the best cricket from around the world. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 - 1877 - TFW Daily - A glimpse of light - England Pakistan, 3rd Test, Edgbaston Day 1
England Pakistan Daily, 3rd Test, Edgbaston Day 1: There is, for a moment, something to cheer for: a tall charismatic young fast bowler with tungsten hair and a silken wrist. Enter Test cricket, for at least a moment, Razaullah. Indeed, if you started this match halfway through the day, you would say that Pakistan have put up some fight. Their bowlers did. Just try not to think about their preceding innings with the bat, because the players involved sure didn't. Daniel Norcross joins Geoff Lemon. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 They can't hurt you if they can't find you. Get 60% off with Incogni: incogni.com/finalword Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Stream over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports, including the best cricket from around the world. Sign up today at kayosports.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 - 1876 - TFW Daily - Bring back Shahid Afridi - England Pakistan, 3rd Test, Edgbaston preview
England Pakistan Daily, 3rd Test, Edgbaston preview: As the news of new-look teams gets prepared for the third Test, nobody has any idea who Pakistan might pick to play, or whether any of those players has a future beyond one Test match. Is it time to call for Shahid Afridi? As for England, they can fly under the radar, with the only pressure being on Emilio Gay's season tally and Joe Root's pads. With Adam Collins and Geoff Lemon. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 They can't hurt you if they can't find you. Get 60% off with Incogni: incogni.com/finalword Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 - 1875 - Marnus Labuschagne may never be dropped again
Season 20, Episode 29: It's always Labuschagne season in Australia. We all thought that his time was done for now, but somehow he's been picked on the trip to his country of birth. What is the rationale from George Bailey and his selection troupe? Also this week, Kevin Pietersen is back for England, Hampshire make an inexplicably bad decision, Brydon Carse gets read the riot act, Mohsin Naqvi keeps digging the hole for the Pakistan board, and the county champo sees a couple of miracles. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports, including the best cricket from around the world. Sign up today at: kayosports.com.au Stop snoring with 15% off a Zeus device, and they'll donate £50 to The Lord's Taverners: use code CLUBSNORER at zeussleeps.com Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them to ask about what you need: mauriceblackburn.com.au They can’t harm you, if they can’t find you! Use code FINALWORD and get 60% off annual plans: incogni.com/finalword Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 07 Sep 2026 - 1874 - Story Time 285 – Bring back the Matador BBQ Cup
It’s Story Time, our weekly walk through cricket history. This week, Geoff and Adam ask if batting on all five days of a Test really is the feat we build it up to be? We look at Mali’s brief and unusual international frolic before reflecting on the second glory period of Australian one-day cricket - the mighty Matador Cup. Your Nerd Pledge numbers for this week: 2.27 – Erin Kane 13.00 – Greg Upon Thames 5.57 – Brad Guitotti Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sat, 05 Sep 2026 - 1873 - TFW Book Club - Zaheer Abbas on Pakistani cricket and his life in the game
Zaheer Abbas is an all-time great. An illustrious international career on top of his first-class exploits in Pakistan and England combined for 46,000 professional runs, telling the story in a line. As the only Asian player to score 100 centuries, he was a ton machine as well as a stylist. His new book, A to Zed, tells those tales, and speaking with Daniel Norcross at The Oval, he adds his dismay at the state of Pakistani cricket now. Find a copy of From A to Zed here: fairfieldbooks.co.uk/shop/from-a-to-zed/ Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them to ask about what you need: mauriceblackburn.com.au Incogni: They can’t harm you if they can’t find you! Use code FINALWORD and get 60% off annual plans: incogni.com/finalword Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 - 1872 - When Pakistan really did say “Sack them all”
Season 20, Episode 28: The PCB go from meme material to utter embarrassment. Lord’s pitch has a renewal plan, Sri Lanka pull off one of the great rearguards, and Kagiso Rabada may miss the entire Sandpaper Redux as Australia make selection moves. The Mr Sheffield Shield re-cuts the cricketing day, the Euro T20 is finally up and running, and a wet County Championship round has title repercussions. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stream over 50 sports live and on demand with Kayo Sports, including the best cricket from around the world. Sign up today at: kayosports.com.au Stop snoring with 15% off a Zeus device, and they'll donate £50 to The Lord's Taverners: use code CLUBSNORER at zeussleeps.com Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them to ask about what you need: mauriceblackburn.com.au They can’t harm you, if they can’t find you! Use code FINALWORD and get 60% off annual plans: incogni.com/finalword Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tue, 01 Sep 2026 - 1871 - Story Time 284 – Good set of hands in the slips, good set of slips in the hands
It's Story Time, our weekly walk through cricket history. This week, some players are top of the good stats, others see things slip through their fingers. There's an unlikely county champ from the far side of the globe, a champion who just popped in from the gardening, and the ultimate purveyor of drowning them in honey... Adam and Geoff are back for Story Time with four long-time pledgers and a dash of Chesney. Your Nerd Pledge numbers for this week: 2.60 - Randolph Brazier 5.60 - Robin Fritz 4.37 - David Honeyball 6.20 - Luke Reynolds Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 31 Aug 2026 - 1870 - TFW Daily - Here’s to you, Ollie Robinson - England Pakistan, 2nd Test, Lord’s Day 4
England Pakistan Daily, 2nd Test, Lord’s Day 4: Could it be that Ollie Robinson, in the wilderness for 2 years prior to this summer, is England’s most important bowler? The England seam bowler showed supreme command in helpful conditions against a Pakistan batting lineup that showed flickers of fight, especially Saud Shakeel, but eventually succumbed as expected. Daniel Norcross joins Geoff Lemon. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stop snoring with 15% off a Zeus device, and they'll donate £50 to The Lord's Taverners: use code CLUBSNORER at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Protect your data online, and get 60% off, with Incogni incogni.com/finalword Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sun, 30 Aug 2026 - 1869 - TFW Daily - Lord’s faces more pitch questions - England Pakistan, 2nd Test, Lord’s Day 3
England Pakistan Daily, 2nd Test, Lord’s Day 3: Lord’s got 24 overs more play than was expected on a day that otherwise would have been abandoned early due to its world-class drainage system, but the pitch is still at the centre of debate. Is it the conditions and a frail Pakistani batting lineup to blame, or is it an inherent problem with the surface that leaves next year’s Ashes Test under threat? Danyal Rasool and Daniel Norcross are at Lord’s. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stop snoring with 15% off a Zeus device, and they'll donate £50 to The Lord's Taverners: use code CLUBSNORER at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Protect your data online, and get 60% off, with Incogni incogni.com/finalword Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sat, 29 Aug 2026 - 1868 - TFW Daily - Root concerns as Pakistan wither - England Pakistan, 2nd Test, Lord’s Day 2
England Pakistan Daily, 2nd Test, Lord’s Day 2: The second morning of the second Test began with promise for Pakistan. An injury before play, a wagging tail, and surgically precise bowling changed everything. England’s varied attack challenged Pakistan at every turn, with just enough help in the air and on the ground for the metronomic, mercurial, the nibble, and the fire of England’s fast bowlers. The day ended with the question no England fan wants to ask - is Joe Root starting to struggle? Yas Rana joins Daniel Norcross. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stop snoring with 15% off a Zeus device, and they'll donate £50 to The Lord's Taverners: use code CLUBSNORER at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Protect your data online, and get 60% off, with Incogni incogni.com/finalword Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 28 Aug 2026 - 1867 - TFW Daily - Abbas fillets England - England Pakistan, 2nd Test, Lord’s Day 1
England Pakistan Daily, 2nd Test, Lord’s Day 1: Leaden skies, rain delays, ‘keeper up and a bit of swing and seam on offer gave Day 1 at the Lord’s Test a familiar county cricket feel, and England struggled to deal with the Championship’s best performer in recent times, Mohammad Abbas. Jamie Smith, with murmurs about his place in the team, was England’s pick alongside his challenger Jordan Cox. But it was Pakistan’s day, as they roared life back into a series that threatened to flatline. Yas Rana joins Geoff Lemon. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stop snoring with 15% off a Zeus device, and they'll donate £50 to The Lord's Taverners: use code CLUBSNORER at zeussleeps.com Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw Protect your data online, and get 60% off, with Incogni incogni.com/finalword Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 27 Aug 2026 - 1866 - TFW Daily - Lord’s pitch under the microscope - England Pakistan, 2nd Test, Lord’s preview
England Pakistan Daily, 2nd Test, Lord’s preview: England and Pakistan head into the 2nd Test with the series on the line, but it’s issues on the periphery that are dominating the narrative. England’s lingering disciplinary problems and the mounting pressure on the pitch at Lord’s linger in the air. Whilst Pakistan as a unit will be under pressure, Babar Azam will feel the need to carry a weak Pakistan batting lineup. For England, Jamie Smith will feel he’ll need to contribute to solidify his spot. Adam Collins and Geoff Lemon preview the 2nd Test. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stop snoring with 15% off a Zeus device, and they'll donate £50 to The Lord's Taverners: use code CLUBSNORER at zeussleeps.com Protect your data online, and get 60% off, with Incogni incogni.com/finalword Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 26 Aug 2026 - 1865 - Nightclubs, drinking, cops: guess which team it is?
Season 20, Episode 27: Brydon Carse’s nightclub handcuffs are the latest on the England incident conveyor belt, while Pakistan’s bigger problems seem endemic. Have Bangladesh seen off Marnus as a Test cricketer? David Warner shrugs off consequences; Mike Hussey is in demand, Yashasvi Jaiswal debuts the Mumbai Kiss, and some fielding capers catch the eye of cricket lawmakers. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stop snoring with 15% off a Zeus device, and they'll donate £50 to The Lord's Taverners: use code CLUBSNORER at zeussleeps.com Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them to ask about what you need: mauriceblackburn.com.au They can’t harm you, if they can’t find you! Use code FINALWORD and get 60% off annual plans: incogni.com/finalword Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tue, 25 Aug 2026 - 1864 - Story Time 283 – Can you hit a clay walnut 300 yards?
It's Story Time, our weekly walk through cricket history. This week, exploring some games that ended up with a slightly lower profile than cricket, let's get into the world of Scottish clay walnut beating. Also, an accidentally perfect anniversary, a Turkish adventure, and figuring out who is the best. Your Nerd Pledge numbers for this week: 3.07 - Richard Bond McNally 10.70 - Adam Jones 18.93 - Luke Costin 10.00 - Sajish Menon Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sun, 23 Aug 2026 - 1863 - TFW Daily - The second-shortest Test - Australia Bangladesh, 2nd Test, Day 2
Australia Bangladesh Daily, 2nd Test, Mackay Day 2: The carnage from Day 1 continued apace as the second-shortest Test ever played on Australian soil came to a conclusion, with almost the entire final session remaining on Day 2. More impactful contributions from the usual suspects hastened the end of the first-ever Test played in Mackay. Bharat Sundaresan pours through the rubble with Geoff Lemon. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sun, 23 Aug 2026 - 1862 - TFW Daily - Another day of chaos - Australia Bangladesh, 2nd Test, Day 1
Australia Bangladesh Daily, 2nd Test, Mackay Day 1: The world’s newest Test venue was christened with more chaotic cricket, with 18 wickets falling on Day 1, 12 of them shared by two supreme left-arm quicks in Shoriful Islam and Mitchell Starc. Naturally, questions will be asked, but the pitch and conditions were blameless on another day played in fast-forward. Bharat Sundaresan attempts to make sense of a wild day with Geoff Lemon. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sat, 22 Aug 2026 - 1861 - TFW Daily - At least it's over - England Pakistan, 1st Test, Headingley Day 3
England Pakistan Daily, 1st Test, Headingley Day 3: England returned to the winners' dais for the first time in the Root 2.0 era, with Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue filleting a soft Pakistan underbelly in under 90 overs of bowling across two innings. England were barely made to sweat for their innings victory, and the manner of defeat will hurt Pakistan and their supporters. Danyal Rasool joins Geoff Lemon. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Protect your data online, and get 60% off, with Incogni incogni.com/finalword Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 21 Aug 2026 - 1860 - TFW Daily - Crazy bad fielding - England Pakistan, 1st Test, Headingley Day 2
England Pakistan Daily, 1st Test, Headingley Day 2: A few things went right for Pakistan: Ali Usman grafted his way to a five-wicket day, and they're very distantly still in the game overnight, if they can have an excellent third morning. However, it was a day when fielding calamity may have been masked by bowling calamity, but shouldn't have been. Danyal Rasool joins Geoff Lemon from Leeds. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Protect your data online, and get 60% off, with Incogni incogni.com/finalword Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 - 1859 - TFW Daily - Tongue licks tail - England Pakistan, 1st Test, Headingley Day 1
England Pakistan Daily, 1st Test, Headingley Day 1: England wanted to bowl, Pakistan wanted to bat, and while both sides were happy at the toss, only one side was later. There was a moment though, a lovely moment... and then things changed. Danyal Rasool joins Geoff Lemon from Leeds. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 - 1858 - TFW Daily - Captain Root returns - England Pakistan, 1st Test preview
England Pakistan Daily, 1st Test, Headingley preview: It's about to start, and we have no idea how to think about what's going to happen. Do Pakistan have any players? Does the new Mohammed Ali know what Test record he already holds? Does Joe Root really want the job back? Daniel Norcross joins Geoff. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 - 1857 - Among Test chaos, Australia and England face what's next
Season 20, Episode 26: Australia have just gone down to Bangladesh, and England have to pull themselves together against Pakistan. What will be the consequences of Darwin? Also this week, more strangeness out of Cricket Australia, regarding both the Big Bash sale and Ash Gardner's leadership position respectively, and we speak to David Cook of Cricket Iceland about that country's ambitions. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them to ask about what you need: mauriceblackburn.com.au Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 17 Aug 2026 - 1856 - TFW Daily - Cricket's greatest upset - Australia Bangladesh, 1st Test, Day 4
Australia Bangladesh Daily, 1st Test, Darwin Day 4: Spoiler alert, but the most immense upset in cricket history has been completed. The Test arena is where these results just do not happen, and yet, this is what we're regarding. We won't say anything more, just listen to the show. Bharat Sundaresan joins Geoff. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 - 1855 - Story Time 282 – Paul Kelly channels Bradman
It's Story Time, our weekly walk through cricket history. This week, it's difficult to capture sport in song, so let's have a look at Paul Kelly's effort. Also, did we find the career with the highest proportion of great Test matches, and the career with the smallest proportion of first-class appearances? Find out, as Daniel Norcross joins Geoff Lemon. Your Nerd Pledge numbers for this week: 7.26 - Daniel Rose 4.60 - Not That Tim Minchin 3.82 - Ailsa Miller 4.05 - Matthew Lincoln Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 - 1854 - TFW Daily - Cam Green's big chance - Australia Bangladesh, 1st Test, Day 3
Australia Bangladesh Daily, 1st Test, Darwin Day 3: Can Bangladesh hold their nerve? They're still well ahead of the game, but by now in a position where they can see how Australia might work their way into it. At the centre of this, the man under pressure, Cameron Green. But despite his work, another highly professional day at the office from Bangladesh's spinners and their premier two quicks, both with bat and ball. Bharat Sundaresan joins Geoff. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sat, 15 Aug 2026 - 1853 - TFW Daily - Bangers stay dominant - Australia Bangladesh, 1st Test, Day 2
Australia Bangladesh Daily, 1st Test, Darwin Day 2: The show goes on. Bangladesh winning three sessions in a row in Australia was big news, but now they've gone to make it six, or at leave five and a tie. Australia are not out of this match yet, but a ruthlessly organised and professional performance from the tourists is far beyond what we expected. It's been a genuine thrill to watch this proper style Test match unfold. Bharat Sundaresan joins Geoff. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 - 1852 - TFW Daily - Aussies get rissoled - Australia Bangladesh, 1st Test, Day 1
Australia Bangladesh Daily, 1st Test, Darwin Day 1: We didn't see this one coming! Bangladesh arrived in the Top End underclubbed, understaffed, and got smashed in a warm-up game by a bunch of kids they'd never heard of. Surely they were going to get their butts handed to them in the Test match? Well, there's a long way to go, but Day 1 was for the ages. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword. Maurice Blackburn is Australia's leading social justice law firm. Contact them for help: mauriceblackburn.com.au Morie Candles have an extra 5% off any existing promotion: click morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Get 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 13 Aug 2026 - 1851 - Aussie odyssey begins
Season 20, Episode 25: Australia’s legacy-defining 21 Test run begins in the Top End, with Bangladesh keen to stifle the run to the WTC Final, and maybe even some careers. England point towards a Test revival for Dan Lawrence, and KP misfires about the death of traditional media. Pakistan arrived in England and perhaps have stumbled across a competitive team. The Hundred makes noise, but did anyone hear? And what exactly is the future of the AB Medal? Scotland and Netherlands slam the ICC, and will the Windies risk missing another World Cup? Yas Rana joins Adam Collins. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 - 1850 - Story Time 281 – Even when it’s not Laxman, it’s Laxman
It's Story Time, our weekly walk through cricket history. This week, it's episode 281, but we don't have a story about Geoff's favourite innings, because we've talked about so many times before. And yet, even when you're not talking about Laxman, you end up talking about Laxman. Yas Rana returns with Geoff Lemon. 3.43 - Cam 5.70 - Christopher Campbell 4.49 - Bucket of Slugs Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword and win a case of Stomping Ground: browse their range at stompingground.beer Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sun, 09 Aug 2026 - 1849 - John Arlott, Tim Key, & 9/11 – A new anthology of cricket poetry, TFW Book Club
Cricket attracts romantics. Whatever the form, so much of the game’s prose is dedicated to reflection and understanding. Whilst many fine writers have penned creative words, poetry isn’t as strongly associated. Catching The Light, compiled by authors Nick Hogg and Tim Beard, spans a wide range of contributors, from England’s John Arlott to Guyana’s John Agard, through to Tim Key and Zaffar Kunial of the modern day. From the joy of taking a single catch to references to the 9/11 terror attacks, the subjects are diverse and intriguing. Publisher Matt Thacker, the brains behind the idea for the collection, joins Geoff Lemon. Buy Catching The Light here https://fairfieldbooks.co.uk/shop/catching-the-light/ Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Get tickets to TFW v Wisden @ Wormsley and support The Lord's Taverners uk.emma-live.com/TFWvsWisden Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 - 1848 - After a fat New Zealander, a thin New Zealander
Season 20, Episode 24: The ECB enclave elects their new leader, and they won’t make the same mistake this time. They jump in the DeLorean to go back to the Root-ure as captain, whilst we get knocked down by the dual feathers of match-fixing on the T10 circuit and revelations of a drink culture within cricket. Perth Scorchers are fielding a team made up almost entirely of players who haven’t played for the franchise, some seismic news from Pakistan domestic cricket, and Jasprit Bumrah with more injury woes. Bharat Sundaresan joins Geoff Lemon. Get tickets to TFW v Wisden @ Wormsley and support The Lord's Taverners uk.emma-live.com/TFWvsWisden Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 - 1847 - Story Time 280 – How to take a terrible selfie
It's Story Time, our weekly walk through cricket history. This week, Yas Rana makes his Story Time debut, and has to wrestle with the degree of difficulty that our audience has built up over six years of tricks and tales. A Warnie special, a Cayman Islands call-up, a cap number quiz, and a famous miscalculation all feature on this week's show, plus an update on one of our favourite sports correspondents, Tim Wigmore. Your Nerd Pledge numbers this week: 2.28 - Dom G 5.13 - Troy Smith 2.58 - Tom Irving 4.08 - Alex T Get tickets to TFW v Wisden @ Wormsley and support The Lord's Taverners uk.emma-live.com/TFWvsWisden Win two places to play in the game courtesy of Zeus Sleeps. Nominate the worst snorer at your cricket club. Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword and win a signed copy of Wisden, or a case of Stomping Ground: browse their range at stompingground.beer Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sat, 01 Aug 2026 - 1846 - The 2027 Ashes schedule: hot or not?
Season 20 Episode 23: The next twin Ashes series has dates and locations finalised, and it's safe to say there are hairs on the whole schedule. Why is one Test at the least accessible ground on the circuit? Why can't the two boards agree on how a women's series should work? Why does England keep moving the World Test Championship? Also this week, Justin Langer won't coach England, Harry Brook isn't trusted to captain, and poor old Joe Root looks like being dragged back into the breach. Win two places to play at Wormsley courtesy of Zeus Sleeps. Nominate the worst snorer at your cricket club. Get tickets to TFW v Wisden @ Wormsley and support The Lord's Taverners uk.emma-live.com/TFWvsWisden Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 - 1845 - Story Time 279 – A white whale breaches the foam at last, at last
It's Story Time, our weekly walk through cricket history. This week, this show has had many distant dreams, but this week we finally have sweet closure on what may be our dearest of them all. Also, a new rival for Jack Reacher brings a story about giant-killing, and a flame who burned so bright that he eventually burned away an era of national gloom. With Adam and Geoff. Your Nerd Pledge numbers this week: 4.27 - Anthony Brown 2.14 - Neil 3.74 - Jack Spyker Get tickets to TFW v Wisden @ Wormsley and support The Lord's Taverners uk.emma-live.com/TFWvsWisden Win two places to play in the game courtesy of Zeus Sleeps. Nominate the worst snorer at your cricket club. Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword and win a signed copy of Wisden, or a case of Stomping Ground: browse their range at stompingground.beer Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 - 1844 - TFW Book Club - How cricket inspired Sherlock and Peter Pan
The Final Word Book Club: No other cricket team can boast of selling millions of books, let alone inspiring classic characters like Sherlock Holmes, Jeeves & Wooster, and Peter Pan. Authors Cricket Club was formed in the late 19th century to a backdrop of vast social change, and a sudden rise in worldwide literacy. Ollie Randall talks to Daniel Norcross about a team full of entertainment superstars of the era, and how cricket informed classics that we still love today. With thanks to Surrey County Cricket Club. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Get tickets to TFW v Wisden @ Wormsley and support The Lord's Taverners uk.emma-live.com/TFWvsWisden Win two places to play in the game courtesy of Zeus Sleeps. Nominate the worst snorer at your cricket club. Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 - 1843 - Justin Langer for… England??
Season 20 Episode 22: Say it ain’t so. Would JL, the most intensely parochial of all the wearers of the Baggy Green, really try to help England to an Ashes win? The rumours are swirling. Also this week, Australia’s Test squad for Bangladesh contains no surprises, and the ICC’s terrible World Cup remodel goes down as badly as expected. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Get tickets to TFW v Wisden @ Wormsley and support The Lord's Taverners uk.emma-live.com/TFWvsWisden Win two places to play in the game courtesy of Zeus Sleeps. Nominate the worst snorer at your cricket club. Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au/discount/TFW5 Get 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 - 1842 - TFW Daily - Kohli, Rohit attempt final heist - England India 3rd ODI
England v India, 3rd ODI, Lord's: Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma threw everything at pulling off a record heist in what many assume to be their final game in England, after Ben Duckett set the record for the highest score at Lord’s in Men’s ODI cricket. A day of high drama, high emotion, and high scoring. Daniel Norcross joins Geoff Lemon. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Get tickets to TFW v Wisden @ Wormsley and support The Lord's Taverners uk.emma-live.com/TFWvsWisden Win two places to play in the game courtesy of Zeus Sleeps. Nominate the worst snorer at your cricket club. Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 - 1841 - Story Time 278 – How to kill a Prince of Wales
It's Story Time, our weekly walk through cricket history. This week, if you need a very roundabout method to dispose of a member of a royal family, we have the advice for you. Also, a celebration of birth, and the processed meat that was actually prime steak. Join Adam and Geoff. Your Nerd Pledge numbers this week: 8.47 - Dylan Stringer 3.02 - Shawn Rajanayagam 17.51 - Haylee Fuller Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword and win a signed copy of Wisden, or a case of Stomping Ground: browse their range at stompingground.beer Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Get tickets to TFW v Wisden @ Wormsley and support The Lord's Taverners uk.emma-live.com/TFWvsWisden Win two places to play in the game courtesy of Zeus Sleeps. Nominate the worst snorer at your cricket club. Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find previous episodes at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 - 1840 - TFW Daily - Joe Root's edging session - England India, 2nd ODI
England v India, 2nd ODI, Cardiff: A proper old-fashioned one-dayer on a proper old-fashioned one-day pitch needed a proper old-fashioned one-day innings. Joe Root is the man for that task. Virat Kohli, too, knows his way around a slow track. But are retirement rumours about Rohit going to eclipse the whole series? Ben Jones joins Daniel Norcross. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 - 1839 - Cricket’s hottest rivalry, at Wormsley on August 10th
After the success of last year’s event, The Final Word will be taking on Wisden Cricket Weekly at Wormsley on August 10th, in support of the Lord’s Taverners. Adam Collins sits down with Cameron Ponsonby, formerly of this parish and now leading the opposition, to discuss the details of the game and the vast array of stars who’ll take part, including Fin Taylor, Horatio Gould, Mattchin Tendulkar, Mel Story, Ivo Graham, Tom Rosenthal, Kate Mason and more. England legends, David Gower and Mike Gatting, will be umpiring another classic day out. Get your tickets in the link below. And win yourself spot in the side thanks to sponsors Zeus Sleep - details for that also below. Get tickets to TFW v Wisden @ Wormsley and support The Lord's Taverners uk.emma-live.com/TFWvsWisden Win two places to play in the game courtesy of Zeus Sleeps. Nominate the worst snorer at your cricket club. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Will Hamilton, Barby CC player, followed a bad accident in Barcelona with a €40,000 medical bill. Do have a look at his crowdfunder if you're able. With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 - 1838 - The end of Bazball
Season 20, Episode 21: It's finally over. Brendon McCullum has gone, Ben Stokes has gone (at least for now), and Rob Key is incongruously the last man standing, tasked with looking for a sensible adult to lead the England Test dressing room after having spent four years looking for anything but. Bazball had its moments, but did it have much of substance? And what can usefully come next, without reflexively going in the complete opposite direction? Also this week, there are questions over Ash Gardner's judgement after tabloid stories about mixing her personal and professional life, and the ICC restructures both men's World Cups to maximise the chance of more India-Pakistan airtime. Geoff and Adam look over a huge week. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Get tickets to TFW v Wisden @ Wormsley and support The Lord's Taverners uk.emma-live.com/TFWvsWisden Win two places to play in the game courtesy of Zeus Sleeps. Nominate the worst snorer at your cricket club. Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Will Hamilton, Barby CC player, followed a bad accident in Barcelona with a €40,000 medical bill. Do have a look at his crowdfunder if you're able. With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 - 1837 - TFW Daily - The big boys are back - England India 1st ODI
England v India, 1st ODI, Edgbaston: The ODI series kicked off with some familiar foes returning to the fore. Bumrah, Kohli, and Rohit are returning for the boys in blue, and Joe Root is holding together another innings for the boys in the slightly lighter shade of blue. Yas Rana joins Daniel Norcross. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 - 1836 - TFW Daily - A triumph of organisation - England India, Women's Test, Lord's Day 4
Only Test, Lord's, Day 4: A hot day, a crumbling pitch taking turn, and a raft of spinners ready to use it: this was proper. And it will be a result long remembered in India, as the first women's Test at Lord's ended, as expected, in favour of the visitors. Adam and Geoff talk through the events of the last four days. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Be part of the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Get tickets for the next three days: https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 - 1835 - TFW Daily - ECB crash their own party - England India, Women's Test, Lord's Day 3
Only Test, Lord's, Day 3: India continued their ruthless march to a historic victory in the first-ever Women’s Test at the Home of Cricket, but the day will be remembered for another sabotage of a showpiece women’s game with news from the Men’s team. Yastika Bhatia will be the first woman’s name on the century's honours board, whilst Amy Jones provided the only substantial resistance as Tammy Beaumont and Heather Knight stepped off a cricket field as England players for the final time. Ffion Wynne joins Daniel Norcross. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Be part of the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Get tickets for the next three days: https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 - 1834 - TFW Daily - Heather Knight retires. India in control - England India, Women's Test, Lord's Day 2
Only Test, Lord's, Day 2: Kranti Gaud became the first woman on the Lord’s honours board with a five-wicket haul as India spoiled England’s homecoming party on Day 2 of the Lord’s Test. A record crowd saw England wilt in the heat for the second consecutive weekend in St John’s Wood, before Heather Knight announced her retirement after play. Daniel Norcross joins Geoff Lemon. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Be part of the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Get tickets for the next three days: https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 - 1833 - TFW Daily - India still stuck in traffic - England India 5th T20
England v India, 5th T20, Trent Bridge: Jos Buttler roared back into form with a scintillating century, condemning India to their fourth heavy loss of the series. Harry Brook continued his great run in the format, with both batters pasting India to all corners of the Utilita Bowl. It wasn’t guaranteed that India would even make it to the ground, with some serious questions about the Southampton ground’s suitability for big events ahead of next year's Ashes Test. Ben Jones joins Geoff Lemon. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer England v India (July 10–13) is on track to be the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Be part of history and buy tickets now https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sat, 11 Jul 2026 - 1832 - TFW Daily - The last first - England India, Women's Test, Lord's Day 1
Only Test, Lord's, Day 1: A huge week for women's cricket in England continued at Lord's, with the first women's Test at the venue. It was, to some extent, the last major first for the women's game in the UK. And it was a big day with a big workload for England's spinners, after a ropy start for their quicks and a breezy session for India with the bat. Runs, wickets, and plenty of action for a big crowd, with bigger to come. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Be part of the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Get tickets for the next three days: https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 - 1831 - TFW Daily - Brook blasts sorry India - England India 4th T20
England v India, 4th T20, Trent Bridge: A chastened India team limped to Bristol after 4 demoralising defeats and produced another limp display to be blasted away at the hands of Harry Brook and Phil Salt, but not before Jofra Archer and Josh Tongue wreaked havoc amongst their much-vaunted batters, with only Shreyas Iyer preventing another calamity. Matt Roller joins Yas Rana. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer England v India (July 10–13) is on track to be the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Be part of history and buy tickets now https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 09 Jul 2026 - 1830 - Story Time 277 – Who else has clinched the Ashes on debut?
It's Story Time, our weekly walk through cricket history. This week, a scenic backdrop as Adam dials in from another London cricket club, before we wind all the way back to the beginning of the 1900s, and a bowler who perhaps deserved better recognition than he got. Also this week, was Kane Williamson's twin brother mad good on the Playstation, and how do we assess Kane's Test career. Your Nerd Pledge numbers this week: 14.79 - Luke Reynolds 2.51 - Elliott Diamond Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find previous episodes at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 10 Jul 2026 - 1829 - TFW Daily - Gambhir gets angry - England India 3rd T20
England v India, 3rd T20, Trent Bridge: An angry Gautam Gambhir has faced the press after a winless start to a tour that held untold promise for India’s T20 dominance. With a record-breaking loss condemning them to a fourth straight defeat at the hands of Ireland and now England. All eyes were on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, and just as at Old Trafford, there was promise with two breathtaking sixes before being snuffed out. Matt Roller joins Yas Rana to find out how England dominated the evening. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer England v India (July 10–13) is on track to be the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Be part of history and buy tickets now https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 - 1828 - Australia wins, but who was watching?
Season 20, Episode 20: The morning after the night before, Adam and Geoff discuss a clinical Australian victory over England in a final that was a great event, but circumstances conspired to keep in the back of public consciousness. Jay Shah gave his heartfelt thanks to his old friends in the press box, Pakistan keep surprising us, more Big Bash wrangling, and more. Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword and win a signed copy of Wisden, or a case of Stomping Ground: browse their range at stompingground.beer Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find previous episodes at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 - 1827 - TFW Daily - Australia restore the timeline - Women's T20 World Cup final
Women's T20 World Cup 2026 final: England v Australia: A new record crowd for women's cricket in England came down to Lord's, beating the 2017 mark on a perfect sunny afternoon. For Australia, the final test after a brief period without trophies. For England, the final challenge after revitalising their team. Of course, only one could win... Adam and Geoff get together at Lord's. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer England v India (July 10–13) is on track to be the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Be part of history and buy tickets now https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sun, 05 Jul 2026 - 1826 - TFW Daily - The Kid debuts! Sooryavanshi time - England India 2nd T20
England v India, 2nd T20, Old Trafford: The day has finally come! Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made his full international debut for India, becoming their youngest player to do so. And what did he do? Walked out and started hitting sixes. Naturally. England's own young gun Jacob Bethell had his say in the chase, but that's not the story. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer England v India (July 10–13) is on track to be the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Be part of history and buy tickets now https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 - 1825 - Story Time 276 – Who is Piccolo Jim, and why will his centenary be 2029?
It's Story Time, our weekly walk through cricket history. This week, there will be plenty of centenaries and sesquicentenaries coming up over the next few years, but we have found a rather more niche one than the first Test or Bodyline or Bradman's debut. Find out about a bloke called Piccolo Jim. Also this week, the drag-flickers who swapped sports, and a lovely left-armer. Adam and Geoff are back together. Your Nerd Pledge numbers this week: 3.48 - Jonathan Brand 5.99 - Stephen Tabb 8.90 - Mel Shawley Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Get yourself 10% off lovely Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find previous episodes at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 - 1824 - TFW Daily - England are Australia's challenger - Women's T20 World Cup, semi-final 2
Women's T20 World Cup 2026, 2nd Semi-Final: England v South Africa: Another huge crowd, with 21,000 in at The Oval leaning strongly towards the home team, and South Africa gave them plenty to worry about. A rollicking Powerplay with the ball, Marizanne Kapp and Shabnim Ismail with duelling death stares, from where it took all the experience of Heather Knight and the returning Nat Sciver-Brunt to bring things back the other way. A big night out in South London, and the two hottest streaks of the tournament will meet in the final. Firdose Moonda joins Geoff. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer England v India (July 10–13) is on track to be the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Be part of history and buy tickets now https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 - 1823 - Hubris and the fall: the sad, mad end of Ben Stokes, Test cricketer
Season 20, Episode 19: It's been a mad old week in cricket. We took a beat to consider the weekend exit of Ben Stokes from international cricket, at least for now, but the time that has passed hasn't made it make any more sense. The England men's team right now is a mess of self-justification and self-interest, and who knows where it will land. All we know is that the current direction cannot be maintained. Also this week, Kemar Roach reaches legend status with his 300th Test wicket, and Ireland's men and women have the weekend of their lives. Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword and win a signed copy of Wisden, or a case of Stomping Ground: browse their range at stompingground.beer Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find previous episodes at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 - 1822 - TFW Daily - Perry's final fitness scare - Women's T20 World Cup, semi-final 1
Women's T20 World Cup 2026, 1st Semi-Final: Australia v West Indies: A start like no other, where West Indies batter Deandra Dottin appeared to faint during the national anthems, seemed to galvanise superstar Hayley Matthews. Spin put the brakes on for the Aussies before their batters put on a show. But this will be the third showpiece with an injured Ellyse Perry. Will she battle through like 2013 or be ruled out as in 2020? Adam Collins and Geoff Lemon are on duty. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer England v India (July 10–13) is on track to be the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Be part of history and buy tickets now https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 - 1821 - Story Time 275 – Once again, stump becomes weapon
It's Story Time, our weekly walk through cricket history. This week, Adam and Geoff catch up in London to look at a special but ill-fated career, a slow build from a difficult beginning, and the greatest first day of them all. Your Nerd Pledge numbers this week: 2.04 - Bala Sivaraman 16.00 - Graeme Innes 7.75 - Alex Linsley Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find previous episodes at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 - 1820 - TFW Daily - Ben Stokes chaos ends in superb Kiwi win - England NZ, 3rd Test, Trent Bridge Day 5
Eng v NZ Daily 2026, 3rd Test, Trent Bridge Day 5: There was a collective weariness at Trent Bridge on Day 5 from all apart from the impressive New Zealand team. A sparse, quiet crowd saw the Kiwis' depleted attack take out the Test and series, and they look good value to get some big results out of the next 12 months. The 160-run win was inspired by their Day 1 run-fest and a bloody-minded 2nd innings century from a battered and bruised Daryl Mitchell. England’s efforts today will further bring into question how they approached yesterday evening, and furthermore, the futures of McCullum and Key. Ben Jones and Daniel Norcross. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer England v India (July 10–13) is on track to be the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Be part of history and buy tickets now https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 - 1819 - TFW Daily - Stokes retires, England go bizarre - England NZ, 3rd Test, Trent Bridge Day 4
Eng v NZ Daily 2026, 3rd Test, Trent Bridge Day 4: News of Ben Stokes’ retirement at the end of this Test was released in the middle of an over just prior to the tea break. In an amazing, Stokesian piece of theatre, the next ball was a wicket… to Ben Stokes. The Test turned truly bizarre, with the skipper's wild innings as an opener and a shuffled batting order that mimicked his approach, raising serious questions about the tactics, and Stokes’ post-match comments about not enjoying playing for England. New Zealand, to their immense credit, remembered there was a Test and series to be won and kept their heads screwed on amongst the chaos, with Daryl Mitchell grinding out a superb century before their high-quality bowlers ripped out England’s top order. Ben Jones joins Daniel Norcross. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer England v India (July 10–13) is on track to be the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Be part of history and buy tickets now https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 - 1818 - TFW Daily - India's last chance - Women's T20 World Cup, Day 15
Women's T20 World Cup 2026, Day 15, Australia v India, South Africa v Bangladesh: Two matches to decide one semi-final spot, with so many permutations depending on each of the possible results. India needed to beat the champs, South Africa had to hope and worry, and Australia didn't have to do anything but hone their game. We ended up with one of the best matches of the tournament. Firdose Moonda joins Geoff Lemon. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer England v India (July 10–13) is on track to be the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Be part of history and buy tickets now https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer England v India (July 10–13) is on track to be the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Be part of history and buy tickets now https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 - 1817 - TFW Daily - NZ greats bow out - Women's T20 World Cup, Day 14
Women's T20 World Cup 2026, Day 14, England v New Zealand: Already qualified, against a team motivated by not just a place in the semi-finals but by extending the careers of three legends, you could forgive England for taking their foot off the gas for a brief moment. A record crowd for a group game witnessed a red-letter evening. Firdose Moonda joins Geoff Lemon. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer England v India (July 10–13) is on track to be the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Be part of history and buy tickets now https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer England v India (July 10–13) is on track to be the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Be part of history and buy tickets now https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 - 1816 - TFW Daily - Seesaw rocks Kiwis way - England NZ, 3rd Test, Trent Bridge Day 3
Eng v NZ Daily 2026, 3rd Test, Trent Bridge Day 3: A Test that continues to confound expectations swung violently in New Zealand’s direction on an engrossing third day. A Test and a series that was England’s to win in the morning is now well and truly in the crosshairs of the Kiwis. Ben Jones joins Daniel Norcross to try to make sense of it. Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword and win a signed copy of Wisden, or a case of Stomping Ground: browse their range at stompingground.beer England v India (July 10–13) is on track to be the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Be part of history and buy tickets now https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Welcome back Step One! Get 15% off with code FINALWORD15: uk.stepone.life Experience England’s cricket tour of South Africa 2026/27 LIVE with Gullivers Sports Travel. Find out more and book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for School Holiday activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find previous episodes at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 - 1815 - TFW Daily - The longest final over - Women's T20 World Cup, Day 13
Women's T20 World Cup 2026, Day 13, Sri Lanka v Scotland: It was the battle of Final Word faves: our fascination with Sri Lanka's improvement versus the heart with which the Scots have tackled big tasks at this World Cup. And for the entire duration, this one was evenly matched. Toe to toe, pressure versus pressure, and it came down to the final couple of balls with one of the more dramatic finishes, and one of the longest final overs, you'll ever see. Firdose Moonda joins Geoff. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer England v India (July 10–13) is on track to be the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Be part of history and buy tickets now https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sat, 27 Jun 2026 - 1814 - TFW Daily - England’s best day for a year? - England NZ, 3rd Test, Trent Bridge Day 2
Eng v NZ Daily 2026, 3rd Test, Trent Bridge Day 2: The headline may be recency bias, but England will be delighted with their day’s work. Considering the match situation, the conditions, and weary legs from one of their toughest days yesterday, England have turned the Test, the series, and possibly even the future employment of Brendan McCullum on their heads. An early blast from Stokes and Bashir and a scintillating return to form from Ben Duckett have England in the driver's seat. Ben Jones joins Daniel Norcross. Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword and win a signed copy of Wisden, or a case of Stomping Ground: browse their range at stompingground.beer England v India (July 10–13) is on track to be the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Be part of history and buy tickets now https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Welcome back Step One! Get 15% off with code FINALWORD15: uk.stepone.life Experience England’s cricket tour of South Africa 2026/27 LIVE with Gullivers Sports Travel. Find out more and book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for School Holiday activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find previous episodes at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 - 1813 - TFW Daily - Latham & Conway smash records – England NZ, 3rd Test, Trent Bridge Day 1
Eng v NZ Daily 2026, 3rd Test, Trent Bridge Day 1: Another UK scorcher saw England toil under blue skies. A day that was meant to be triumphant for the returns of Stokes and Atkinson saw the unheralded duo of Latham and Conway put on 317 before England took a wicket. But, like Nottingham buses, you wait for one, and then four come along unexpectedly and quickly. Ben Jones joins Daniel Norcross to discuss who, on a very flat track, actually has the better of the day. Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword and win a signed copy of Wisden, or a case of Stomping Ground: browse their range at stompingground.beer England v India (July 10–13) is on track to be the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Be part of history and buy tickets now https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Welcome back Step One! Get 15% off with code FINALWORD15: uk.stepone.life Experience England’s cricket tour of South Africa 2026/27 LIVE with Gullivers Sports Travel. Find out more and book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for School Holiday activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find previous episodes at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 - 1812 - TFW Daily - Stuttering India stay alive - Women's T20 World Cup, Day 12
Women's T20 World Cup 2026, Day 12, India v Bangladesh: India got the result they needed to keep their hopes of back-to-back ICC trophies alive, but the manner of it will concern the team, and their legion of fans. Melissa Story joins Adam Collins. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer England v India (July 10–13) is on track to be the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Be part of history and buy tickets now https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 - 1811 - TFW Daily - England seal a semi-final - Women's T20 World Cup, Day 11
Women's T20 World Cup 2026, Day 10, England v West Indies: A record June day of heat in England, and a crowd of 14,000 at Lord’s: the thermostat was up, and Heather Knight was cooking. But hottest of all was Hayley Matthews’ temper, which might have the West Indies skipper in hot water. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 - 1810 - TFW Daily - Bazball's last Test? - England NZ, 3rd Test, Trent Bridge Preview
Eng v NZ Daily 2026, 3rd Test, Trent Bridge, Preview: A wild series comes to its unmissable conclusion this week at Trent Bridge. For New Zealand, dependable all-rounder Mitch Santner will come in for the rested Kyle Jamieson, but the bigger focus will be on England’s changes. A huge chance for Shoaib Bashir to prove his worth on a hot week, of course, but there’ll be no greater focus this year than on the return of the suspended skipper, Ben Stokes. Win, and all will be forgotten. Lose, and Brendan McCullum may need a new job. Ben Jones joins Adam Collins. Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword and win a signed copy of Wisden, or a case of Stomping Ground: browse their range at stompingground.beer England v India (July 10–13) is on track to be the highest ever global attendance for a Women’s Test. Be part of history and buy tickets now https://tickets.lords.org/en-GB/categories/EnglandWomen Welcome back Step One! Get 15% off with code FINALWORD15: uk.stepone.life Experience England’s cricket tour of South Africa 2026/27 LIVE with Gullivers Sports Travel. Find out more and book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for School Holiday activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find previous episodes at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 - 1809 - TFW Daily - Perry power locks up Aussie semi - Women's T20 World Cup, Day 10
Women's T20 World Cup 2026, Day 10, Australia v Pakistan, Sri Lanka v Ireland, Scotland v New Zealand: Australia are locked in at the top of Group A, after a performance where Pakistan had their moments but their moments were brief. Group B, however, remains a totally open race, after Chamari Atapattu reprised her Bristol special, and New Zealand finally got their act together with the return of their veterans. Melissa Story joins Geoff Lemon. Could you support the show? You can send us a Nerd Pledge or become a member at patreon.com/thefinalword, and could win a case of Stomping Ground beer for your trouble. Browse their range at stompingground.beer Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find more at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 - 1808 - We're in the Lord's penthouse, Baz is drinking in the Last Chance Saloon
Season 20, Episode 18: Coming to you from the absurd penthouse terrace with a clear view of the Lord's pitch, Adam and Geoff are back together. England have been thumped by New Zealand, and Ben Stokes is coming back for the third Test, but his relationship with Brendon McCullum might be strained after the strange Baz comments "worrying" about his team's captain. Also this week, Sooryavanshi destroys another record as Beatlemania threatens, and we attended a World Cricket Association just before recording to look at the game's governance. Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalword and win a signed copy of Wisden, or a case of Stomping Ground: browse their range at stompingground.beer Stop snoring with 10% off a Zeus device: use code TFW2026 at zeussleeps.com Join England’s Test tour of South Africa in 2026 with Gullivers Sports Travel. Learn more or book at gulliverstravel.co.uk With Morie Candles you can buy one item, get 30% off the next, with the offer code TFW5. At morie.com.au Check out the Lord's Performance Centre for activities and courses: lords.org/lords/performancecentre Get your This is W̶o̶m̶e̶n̶'̶s̶ Cricket t-shirt here, and learn about Lacuna Sports bespoke cricket wear, created by women for women: lacunasports.co.uk/en/shop/limited-edition/world-cup-t-shirt/ Get your big NordVPN discount: nordvpn.com/tfw or 10% off Duncan Fearnley bats and kit with code TFW10 or 15% off Step One clothes at uk.stepone.life/discount/TFW148 or 10% off BIG Boots UK boots and socks at bigboots.co.uk/?ref=thefinalword Find previous episodes at finalwordcricket.com Title track by Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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