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The best interviews, conversations and coverage from ABC Grandstand across the country. A sports lover's dream.

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    Cricket: Jo Broadbent - I really wanted to put my hand up and make a difference

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 11:00


    On Summer Grandstand - former Australian player and coach Jo Broadbent joined Lehmo and Sam to talk about how she got into refereeing international cricket fixtures. 

    Cricket: Joanne Bowen -Having Pat Cummins fighting for our planet has opened many doors

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 8:00


    On Summer Grandstand - Joanne Bowen - the CEO of Cricket for Climate spoke to Lehmo and Sam about the platform that cricket has provided for the messaging around climate change. 

    Boxing: Danny Green - The Coward Punch campaign is working

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 12:00


    On Summer Grandstand - four-time Boxing World Champion Danny Green joined the programme to chat to Lehmo and Sam to promote the success of the Coward Punch campaign in thwarting one punch violence. 

    Cricket: Ryan Harris - Doggett's bowling fast and ready for the Perth Test

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 16:00


    On Summer Grandstand - former Australian fast bowler and South Australian coach Ryan Harris speaks to Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron about the evolution of Brendan Doggett and his attributes ahead of his impending Ashes debut in Perth. 

    Cricket: Ali Mitchell - English fans are excited Hazlewood is out

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 16:00


    On Summer Grandstand - Cricket commentator Ali Mitchell spoke to Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron about the new English players on tour as well as the evolution of Bazball as it comes to Australia for the first time.  

    Cricket: Jason Gillespie - Travis Head will stand up in the Ashes

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 44:00


    On Summer Grandstand - former Australian fast bowler Jason Gillespie has told Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron that Joe Root will prove his greatness with three centuries in this forthcoming Ashes series. 

    Cricket: Jim Maxwell - England's bowlers aren't that good and won't be able to bowl short in Australia

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2025 23:00


    On Summer Grandstand - the Voice of Summer Jim Maxwell joined Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron to preview the Ashes series. 

    Surfing: Kai Ellice-Flint says he hasn't changed a bit after becoming the world champion

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 12:25


    Kai Ellice-Flint joined Sam Lane and Lehmo on Summer Grandstand after winning the men's longboard world title in El Salvador on a board he shaped himself.

    F1: Alan Jones, thinks the narrative that Oscar Piastri is being maligned by his own team is absolute crap.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 10:11


    Former Formula One world champion Alan Jones joined Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on Summer Grandstand to discuss Oscar Piastri's title hopes and what lies ahead for the young Australian.

    Football: John Aloisi had chills that were multiplying as he relived his famous penalty

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 10:11


    John Aloisi joined Sam Lane and Lehmo on Summer Grandstand, reminiscing about his match-winning penalty against Uruguay 20 years ago that sent the Socceroos to the World Cup for the first time.

    Cricket: Phil Tufnell thinks all the chat about England's preparation may just be a whole lot of hot air.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 12:47


    Former English cricketer Phil Tufnell joined Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on Summer Grandstand to discuss England's preparation and preview the upcoming Ashes series.

    Cricket: Darren Lehmann's Big Ashes Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 39:27


    ABC Sport's Darren Lehmann joined Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on Summer Grandstand to preview what promises to be a massive Ashes series.

    Cricket: Peter Handscomb hasn't given up on playing for Australia again

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 10:36


    The Sheffield Shield season has only just begun, but that hasn't stopped Victorian captain Peter Handscomb, who has already posted six scores over fifty. He spoke with Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron on Summer Grandstand about his strong start to the season.

    Cricket: Marnus Labuschagne still doesn't know where he's batting

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2025 10:47


    Marnus Labuschagne is set to return to the Australian Test side, but will he open or bat at three? Corbin Middlemas and Ben Cameron spoke to the batsman about the start of his Shield campaign and his imminent return to the national team.

    Cricket: Summer Grandstand - Dan Liebke

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 10:30


    Author Dan Liebke joins Sam and Lehmo on Summer Grandstand to chat about his and Alex Bowden's latest book, The 50 Most Ridiculous Ashes Moments. In this lively chat, Dan dives into the unforgettable moments that have defined cricket's greatest rivalry between Australia and England. 

    AFLW: Summer Grandstand - Dr. Sonja Hood

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 11:57


    North Melbourne has become the first male or female team in VFL/AFL history to win 24 consecutive games, after defeating Hawthorn by 49 points in Round 12. North Melbourne President Dr Sonja Hood joined Sam and Lehmo on Summer Grandstand to talk about how big an accomplishment it really is.

    Cricket: Summer Grandstand - Travis Head

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 16:50


    With only two weeks until the Ashes starts, Matt Clinch on Summer Grandstand spoke to the hard hitting Travis Head about how he's been preparing for the massive summer to come.

    Cricket: Grace Harris - I've got a new bat I'm thinking about calling Zinger Crunch

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2025 22:00


    Listen to Brisbane Heat star Grace Harris speak about her calf injury with Quentin Hull, Darren Lehmann, Nathan Hauritz and Robin Chipperfield ahead of WBBL11 on ABC Sport.

    Rugby League: Summer Grandstand - Ellie Johnston

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2025 12:34


    Jillaroos prop Ellie Johnston chats to Brett Sprigg ahead of their final against the Kiwi Ferns in the Women's Pacific Championship Cup.

    Cricket: 2 for 22 - Jonathon Agnew

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2025 12:39


    Until the Ashes starts, Summer Grandstand on ABC Sport will be running a segment called 2 for 22. Each weekend at 2:22, we'll catch up with our Ashes talent from the captain Jim Maxwell to all our experts and the BBC crew to relive classic moments and look ahead to what's coming. So set your watch for 2:22! Where our incredible ABC Sport cricket team will share their stories and stick their necks out with predictions for the summer ahead.Today's episode sees Brett Sprigg catching up with Jonathon "Aggers" Agnew.

    Cricket: Summer Grandstand - Cricket hour with Darren Lehmann

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2025 50:01


    Brett Sprigg is joined by cricket legend Darren Lehmann to discuss all the cricket headlines, rumours and questions.

    Cricket Summer Grandstand - Jake Weatherald

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2025 12:37


    The Ashes are looming and the Aussie squad has been named, including first-timer Jake Weatherald. He speaks to Brett Sprigg about what it means to him and his hopes of being sledged by the Barmy Army.

    Cricket: Usman Khawaja - Transition selections were hard in 2000 too

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 7:00


    In a possible backhander to former Australian cricket Captain Steve Waugh, Usman Khawaja told ABC Sport's Brett Sprigg that Australia struggled transitioning older players in the Aussie team at the start of the millennium as well. 

    Denis Carnahan's Song of the Week: Manchester

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 2:40


    For his Song of the Week, Denis Carnahan looks back at the pivotal moment of the 2023 Ashes Series in England, and how Australia won.

    Cricket: WA Sports Talk - Dennis Lillee

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2025 24:41


    In a rare interview, Australian Cricket Legend Dennis Lillee spoke with Kim Hughes and Mitch Turner on WA Sports Talk. DK discussed his close relationship with Australian captain Pat Cummins, the current cricket schedule, and the upcoming Ashes series.

    Pistols: Summer Grandstand - Alison Heinrich

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2025 8:54


    Did you know that the World Pistol Championships will be held in Egypt starting next week?Well, Australia are sending a team, and one of the members is Alison Heinrich from the Noarlunga City Pistol Club and current National Champion.Alison joined Sam and Lehmo on Summer Grandstand to talk about the championships.

    Cricket: Summer Grandstand - Tom Carter

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2025 10:29


    Last week, Australian spinner Nathan Lyon joined Grandstand Cricket and mentioned that he spends six days a week training with Tom Carter. But who is Tom Carter, and how do they train?Well, Tom joined Lehmo on Summer Grandstand to discuss his role with athletes and explain what he actually does.

    AFLW: Summer Grandstand - Anne Hatchard

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2025 8:20


    Ahead of the Crows do or die clash against Fremantle in Norwood, Anne Hatchard caught up with Lehmo on Summer Grandstand to preview the match and also to celebrate her 100th AFLW game.

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    Cricket: Summer Grandstand - Brendan Doggett

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2025 11:49


    South Australia's quick, Brendan Doggett, joined Quentin Hull on Summer Grandstand on ABC Sport to chat about his chances of receiving a baggy green this summer.

    Cricket: Summer Grandstand - Campbell Kellaway

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2025 9:26


    With the Australia Test side still up in the air, Quentin Hull on Summer Grandstand on ABC Sport was joined by young gun Campbell Kellaway, whose start to the Shield season is putting him in a strong position to take up the opener slot.

    Racing: Summer Grandstand - Melbourne Cup Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2025 24:06


    The Race that Stops a Nation is only days away, and who else can you turn to but ABC Sport to get you up to date with all the latest news and interviews! Quentin Hull is joined by co-host Clare Lindop as they preview the famous race. Throughout the chat, they are joined by legendary trainer Chris Waller and jockey Jamie Melham.

    Football: Summer Grandstand - Taren King

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2025 7:37


    The A-League Women kicks off this weekend, and Lehmo was lucky enough to be joined by Central Coast Mariners captain Taren King to preview the season and discuss how the team feels heading into this year compared to last season's championship win.

    Golf: Summer Grandstand - Karen Lunn

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2025 8:13


    After winning the International Crown event in Korea, Australia's women's golf is entering a golden era. Joining Lehmo on Summer Grandstand to discuss this success is Karen Lunn, Chief Executive Officer of the WPGA Tour of Australasia. She talks about the team's triumph in Korea and what's next for Australian golf.

    Cricket: Summer Grandstand - Jake Lehmann

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2025 9:08


    Listening to feedback from the public is challenging for any athlete, but listening to feedback from your dad, who was also a sports star, is even harder. That's exactly what Jake Lehmann faces. He joined Quentin Hull on Summer Grandstand to discuss how much influence his dad's advice has on him and how South Australia can turn their Shield season around.

    Cricket: Summer Grandstand - Kurtis Patterson

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2025 8:19


    After scoring 122 for New South Wales against Queensland mid week, Kurtis Patterson joined Quentin Hull on Summer Grandstand to chat about how the start of the Sheffield Shield season is going.

    CRICKET: 2 for 22 - Stuart Clark

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 11:57


    Until the Ashes starts, Summer Grandstand on ABC Sport will be running a segment called 2 for 22. Each weekend at 2:22, we'll catch up with our Ashes talent from the captain Jim Maxwell to all our experts and the BBC crew to relive classic moments and look ahead to what's coming. So set your watch for 2:22! Where our incredible ABC Sport cricket team will share their stories and stick their necks out with predictions for the summer ahead.Today's episode sees Quentin Hull catching up with Jason GIllespie.

    AFL: Summer Grandstand - Breanna Tarrant

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 11:52


    The Sydney Swans had a solid win over the West Coast Eagles in the AFLW on Saturday. One of their stars, All-Australian Breanna Tarrant, joined Sam and Lehmo on Summer Grandstand on ABC Sport and even gave an insight to her offseason plans!

    Cricket: Summer Grandstand - Greg Shipperd

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 5:00


    With the Sheffield Shield and Marsh Cup well underway, Matt Clinch on Summer Grandstand spoke to New South Wales Coach Greg Shipperd about how the season has started for the Blues and how he's dealt with the noise around Sam Konstas.

    CRICKET: Summer Grandstand - Ric Finlay

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 12:10


    With the Ashes looming, ABC's cricket analyst Ric FInlay joins Summer Grandstand. He has crunched the numbers and brings us all the important stats that could shape the upcoming series.  How many times has a 5-0 white wash of the series actually happened?  

    Cricket: Summer Grandstand - Lizelle Lee

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 6:10


    The T20 Spring Challenge is underway and with only weeks away from the WBBL returning, Hobart Hurricane Lizelle Lee dropped by to chat to Matt Clinch to give a preview of the upcoming season. 

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    End Game: Summer Grandstand - Tony Armstrong

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 11:17


    Former AFL Player and 2 time Logie Winner Tony Armstrong has travelled around the world for his new documentary, End Game. He will tackle Australia's overdue reckoning with racism in sport, with the help of some of it's biggest sports stars. He caught up with Matt Clinch on Summer Grandstand on ABC Sport to chat all about it.

    AFL: Summer Grandstand - Mason Cox

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 11:52


    After 139 games and 11 years at Collingwood, Mason Cox, has been told by the Pies that 2025 will be his last season in the black and white. On Summer Grandstand on ABC Sport, Matt Clinch caught up with the big American to find out what's next for him.

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