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The Following On Cricket Podcast from talkSPORT - bringing you all the best in cricket chat during the build up to the World cup, IPL and the Ashes. We'll track the action, from matches, to news, exclusive player interviews, fan reactions and all the latest from the world of cricket! Make sure y…

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    Is Cricket in Australia a 12 month a year sport?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 19:20


    Does cricket exist outside of the Australian summer? Is it possible to be a 12 month a year cricket journalist in Australia? Do Aussies care much about what happens outside of their country? Instagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts @fulhamjon @harmy611 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talkSPORTCricketEmail: cricket@talksport.co.ukHosts: Steve Harmison, Jarrod Kimber & Jon NormanExec Producer: Jon Norman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    A Day At The Kia Oval - How Do Surrey Win Back The County Championship?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2026 26:45


    How do Surrey go one better and win back the County Championship after finishing second last season? How does Head Coach Gareth Batty pick up the likes of Ollie Pope and Jamie Smith after a difficult winter with England? Should more England players play in the County Championship at the start of the season? Is Dom Sibley in line for an England recall after impressing with over 1,200 runs last season? How does he stay motivated when it's perceived to be hard to break into the England setup under this current regime? Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @Cricket_TS @ScottTaylor_TSHosts: Scott TaylorProducer: Scott TaylorHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Cricket Collective - Has The Hundred Auction Made The Competition Any Better?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 55:28


    Has the introduction of an auction made The Hundred a better product on the field? Why did Sussex's James Coles go to London Spirit for £390,000? Is Zak Crawley constantly being set up to fail after another big move? Will the politics disappear now an IPL-owned franchise has bought a Pakistan player? What has the extra money done to make the competition the second best white-ball tournament behind the IPL?Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @NeilManthorp @Harmy611 @Cricket_TSHosts: Neil Manthorp & Steve HarmisonProducer: Scott Taylor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Rod Bransgrove on 25 Years at Hampshire; signing Shane Warne & Cricket's White-Ball future

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 21:21


    How did Hampshire go from being on the brink to now hosting an Ashes Test? How did the county end up signing one of the greatest ever Cricketers? What does the future of Cricket administration look like? How difficult is it to acquire an Ashes Test Match ahead of the usual counties? talkSPORT reporter Scott Taylor speaks with the former Hampshire Chair Rod Bransgrove to look back at his 25 years at the County.Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @ScottTaylor_TSHosts: Scott TaylorProducer: Scott Taylor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Who do neutral cricket fans love to see lose the most?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 24:35


    Who do neutral fans derive the most pleasure from watching lose? England, Australia or India? Or is there another team people just love to watch crash and burn? Why is it that supporters of teams all around the world line up to laugh and cheer when England fall flat on their face? Have India taken over as the team most people love to hate? And will we ever get bored of watching Australia lose? Instagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts @fulhamjon @harmy611 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talkSPORTCricketEmail: cricket@talksport.co.ukHosts: Steve Harmison, Jarrod Kimber & Jon NormanExec Producer: Jon Norman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Cricket Collective - Will India Dominate White-Ball Cricket & Can England Evolve Under Brendon McCullum?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2026 54:53


    Will India go on to dominate in white-ball Cricket after retaining the T20 World Cup? Why are they so successful in the white-ball format? What can England learn from India when it comes to white-ball Cricket? Can Brendon McCullum show he can take this England team forward after the Ashes? Will they be better making a change? How have Durham been affected by the ongoing trouble in the Middle East? Can they bounce straight back to Division One next season?Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @Cricket_TS @NeilManthorp @Harmy611Hosts: Neil Manthorp & Steve HarmisonProducer: Scott TaylorHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    What happens if no Pakistani players are picked for The Hundred?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 16:39


    Which Pakistani players should be picked for The Hundred and what happens if they aren't? Instagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts @fulhamjon @harmy611 @ajarrodkimberYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talkSPORTCricketEmail: cricket@talksport.co.ukHosts: Steve Harmison, Jarrod Kimber & Jon NormanExec Producer: Jon Norman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Has Jos Buttler played his final T20 for England? & Did India nearly lose the 'unlosable' game?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 26:37


    Did India almost lose the unlosable game to England? Has Jos Buttler played his final T20 international for England? How many of this England XI will play in the first T20 against India in the summer? How can New Zealand beat this India side in the final? Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @Cricket_TS @FulhamJon @Harmy611Hosts: Jon Norman & Steve HarmisonProducer: Scott TaylorHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    100 days until the Women's T20 World Cup

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 17:44


    How many days until the Women's T20 World Cup? Who does Sophia Dunkley want to win the Premier League? What changes has Lauren Filer made to her bowling? Will Beth Barret-Wild ever get a day off? All these questions and more are answered as the Following On Podcast heads to Birmingham.Instagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts @fulhamjonYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talkSPORTCricketEmail: cricket@talksport.co.ukHosts: Jon NormanExec Producer: Jon Norman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Cricket Collective - Are England peaking at the right time & 100 Days Until the Women's T20 World Cup!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 57:07


    Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look ahead to England's T20 World Cup semi-final against India on Thursday. They discuss if it's a good thing that England haven't played well up to this point, focus on Jos Buttler's form and debate who gets the nod in Mumbai - Jamie Overton or Rehan Ahmed. As well as this, the Yorkshire Head Coach Anthony McGrath looks ahead to the new season, and discusses his overseas signings for the 2026 campaign. England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt joins the show to look ahead to the ICC Women's T20 World Cup in England this summer, with 100 days to go until the start of the tournament. Plus, they preview Wednesday's T20 World Cup semi-final between South Africa and New Zealand, discuss the PCB fining their own players for their early World Cup exit, and as always, they bring you The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Is coaching India the impossible job?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 18:41


    Where does coaching India stand in the list of most difficult jobs in world sport? Can Gautam Gambhir survive as Head Coach if India don't win the Men's T20 World Cup and is that fair? Are there parallels between the coaching styles of Gambhir and Brendan McCullum? And does it matter if you're unlikeable in sport?Instagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts @fulhamjon @harmy611 @ajarrodkimberYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talkSPORTCricketEmail: cricket@talksport.co.ukHosts: Steve Harmison, Jarrod Kimber & Jon NormanExec Producer: Jon Norman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Following On - Can England WIN the T20 World Cup Without a 10/10 Performance?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 22:48


    Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's 4-wicket win over New Zealand in the Super 8 stages of the T20 World Cup. They debate if England can go all the way and win the World Cup without putting in a 10/10 performance after getting over the line again today. They ask if England should be worried about Jos Buttler's form, praise match-winning contributions from Will Jacks and Rehan Ahmed, and discuss both England and New Zealand's chances in the semi-finals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Cricket Collective - Will The Hundred Franchises Sign Pakistan Players & a County Championship Preview!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 58:25


    Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. The Senior Correspondent of The Cricketer George Dobell joins the show to discuss the reports that the IPL-linked Hundred franchises won't sign any Pakistan players in their squad. They discuss that, and the ECB reminding them of their responsibilities. The Lancashire Head Coach Steven Croft joins them to look ahead to the start of the new County Championship season, as they look to return to Division One under new captain Jimmy Anderson. The Glamorgan Head Coach Richard Dawson looks ahead to their first season back in Division One in 21 years, and they round up the week's biggest stories and bring you The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Brook's Hundred Smashes England Into T20 World Cup Semi-Finals

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 25:22


    Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's two-wicket win over Pakistan to seal their place in the T20 World Cup semi-finals. They praise Harry Brook after he became the 5th England player to score a century in all formats, discuss if it's a good thing that England are winning despite not playing well, and discuss what next for Pakistan after this defeat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Are England's cricket team, England's football team in disguise?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2026 20:48


    How did England win that game by such a large margin? Can they continue to get away with playing badly and winning or will it eventually come back to bite them? Should Phil Salt have received the player of the match award rather than Will Jacks? How bad were Sri Lanka? Would England rather play India in the semi final or final? Instagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts @fulhamjon @harmy611 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talkSPORTCricketEmail: cricket@talksport.co.ukHosts: Steve Harmison & Jon NormanProducer: Jon NormanExec Producer: Jon Norman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Cricket Collective - Should England fans be concerned despite making the Super 8 stages & is County Cricket the problem for England's Ashes woes?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 59:26


    Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's nervy 24-run victory over Italy as they book their place in the Super 8 stages of the T20 World Cup, but should fans be concerned by their performances so far? They hear from the England all-rounder Will Jacks. They also debate how the associate nations can continue to close the gap on the Test playing nations, and get the thoughts of the Nepal Head Coach Stuart Law and the Netherlands all-rounder Logan van Beek. Derbyshire's Head of Cricket Mickey Arthur previews the start of the County Championship season, plus they look back at another dominant win for India against Pakistan, and bring you The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Does anybody know who England's first choice Test bowling attack is?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 25:30


    Who are England's first choice Test bowling attack? Is Jofra Archer a given? Is Gus Atkinson a new ball bowler? Is Brydon Carse or Josh Tongue? Is Ollie Robinson still the best bowler in England? And what do England do about their spinner?Instagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talkSPORTCricketEmail: cricket@talksport.co.ukHosts: Steve Harmison, Jarrod Kimber & Jon NormanExec Producer: Jon Norman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Cricket Collective - England SURVIVE Nepal Scare & India v Pakistan BACK ON!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 66:11


    Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's narrow 4-run win over Nepal, and they hear from the England opener Jos Buttler. ESPNCricinfo's Bangladesh Correspondent Mohammad Isam reacts to the news that Pakistan's much-anticipated clash against India is now back on following talks between the ICC and the PCB. IPL winning Head Coach Andy Flower joins the show to reflect on the U19 World Cup final and discuss his new role as London Spirit Head Coach. Plus, they discuss troubles at Sussex, round up the county news, and bring you The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Who will win the T20 World Cup?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 13:38


    Who will win the T20 World Cup, who can beat India, why are India so strong, what challenges await England, what Australia side will turn up and who is set to star at the tournament? Instagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talkSPORTCricketEmail: jnorman@talksport.co.ukHost: Steve Harmison, Jarrod Kimber & Jon NormanExec Producer: Jon Norman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Cricket Collective - Pakistan WON'T play India & What Now for the England Management?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 49:14


    Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. Pakistan Cricket Writer and Broadcaster Behram Qazi joins the show to react to the huge news that the Pakistan government announced that Pakistan WILL NOT play India at the upcoming T20 World Cup. They discuss the reaction in Pakistan, and the ramifications of this news. They also discuss what next for the England management after Harry Brook issued another apology for that infamous night in Wellington, where it has been revealed that both Jacob Bethell and Josh Tongue were also fined. They discuss the runners and riders for this year's T20 World Cup, and they round up the week's other big stories, and bring you The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Following On: Sri Lanka v England - 2nd T20: England seal the series in Kandy!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2026 17:11


    Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Alex Tudor, as they react to England beating Sri Lanka by six wickets in Kandy. They analyse how England took hold of a tough run chase led by player of the match Tom Banton and captain Harry Brook, to seal the T20 series 2-0. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Following On: Sri Lanka v England - 1st T20: Sam Curran gets a hat-trick!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 19:26


    Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Alex Tudor, as they react to England beating Sri Lanka by 11 runs (DLS) in Pallekele. They discuss Sam Curran taking England's second ever hat-trick in T20 internationals, and look ahead the rest of the series and the upcoming T20 World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Following On Daily - Root & Brook Centuries Guide England To A BRILLIANT series win in Sri Lanka!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 12:53


    Scott Taylor is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's 53-run win in the 3rd ODI in Colombo to seal a memorable 2-1 series win. They discuss just how big an achievement this is, react to match-winning centuries from both Harry Brook and Joe Root and discuss what this could do for this white-ball side moving forwards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Cricket Collective - Scotland REPLACE Bangladesh at the T20 World Cup!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 52:11


    Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look ahead to England's T20 series with Sri Lanka, with every ball live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. Bangladesh Cricket Writer Tawhid Qureshi reflects on the huge news this week that Bangladesh won't travel to India for the T20 World Cup, whilst the former Scotland captain Kyle Coetzer discusses what a late call-up to the tournament will mean for them. Plus, they round up the week's other big stories, pay tribute to the late Norman Gifford, and bring you The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Following On: Sri Lanka v England - 3rd ODI Highlights

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 47:27


    Jon Norman hosts exclusive highlights as England finally win an away ODI series in Asia thanks to superb centuries from Joe Root and Harry Brook. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Following On: Sri Lanka v England - 3rd ODI: Root and Brook power England to a series win in Colombo!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 30:48


    Jon Norman is joined by Darren Gough and Mark Machado as they react to England winning the ODI series against Sri Lanka in spectacular fashion! They reflect on a 20th ODI century for Joe Root, Harry Brook's swashbuckling hundred and look ahead to the upcoming T20 series! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Following On Daily - England Prepare For ODI Series Decider in Colombo!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 15:31


    Scott Taylor is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look ahead to the third and final ODI between Sri Lanka and England on Tuesday, with every ball live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. They discuss what to expect from the game at the R Premedasa Stadium and they hear exclusively from the England all-rounder Liam Dawson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Super Over: Sri Lanka v England - 2nd ODI

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2026 5:38


    Following England's 5 wicket win over Sri Lanka in the first ODI, Jarrod Kimber and the Surrey spinner Cameron Steel discuss the key talking points from another match dominated by spin! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Following On Daily: Root or Bust for England & Brook Reviews Second ODI Win!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2026 24:58


    Scott Taylor is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's 5-wicket victory against Sri Lanka in the second ODI in Colombo. They hear from both England captain Harry Brook and Player of The Match Joe Root after they levelled the series 1-1, with the decider on Tuesday. As well as that, they debate if England are too reliant on Joe Root, and ask just what a series win will do for this England ODI side. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Following On Daily: England End Losing Run In Away ODIs To SET UP Series Decider

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2026 9:18


    Scott Taylor is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's 5-wicket win over Sri Lanka in the second ODI in Colombo. They discuss how important the win is for England and Harry Brook, reflect on Rehan Ahmed's move to the top of the order, and debate just how bad that pitch was at the R Premadasa Stadium. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Following On: Sri Lanka v England - 2nd ODI Highlights

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2026 26:59


    Jon Norman hosts exclusive highlights as England end their ODI losing streak and run in Colombo by 5 wickets with 22 balls to spare! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Following On: Sri Lanka v England - 2nd ODI: A Joe Root masterclass!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2026 26:07


    Jon Norman is joined by Mark Machado and Jarrod Kimber as they react to England's return to form in Sri Lanka - winning by 5 wickets with 22 balls to spare. They discuss the evergreen Joe Root's impact with both bat and ball, critique a difficult Colombo pitch and preview Tuesday's series decider! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Super Over: Sri Lanka v England - 1st ODI

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 7:14


    Following Sri Lanka's 19 run over England in the first ODI, Jarrod Kimber and Gareth Batty discuss what was an eventful day for spinners in Colombo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Following On Daily - Why Have England REGRESSED in ODI Cricket?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 30:44


    Scott Taylor is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at the first ODI between Sri Lanka and England, with England suffering a 19-run defeat in Colombo. They discuss why England have seemed to gone backwards in the 50-over format, with just 4 wins from their last 16 matches, and they debate how they can get back to winning ways and being competitive again. Plus they hear from the England captain Harry Brook, and the England all-rounder Sam Curran.You can hear live and exclusive ball-by-ball commentary of the 2nd ODI between Sri Lanka and England on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel from 8:30am tomorrow morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Following On: Sri Lanka v England - 1st ODI Highlights

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 33:20


    Jon Norman hosts exclusive highlights as England lose to Sri Lanka in the opening ODI of the series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Following On: Sri Lanka v England - 1st ODI: Why can't England bat out 50 overs?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 25:44


    Jon Norman is joined by the former bowlers Darren Gough and Gareth Batty to dissect England's 4th ODI loss in a row - this time to Sri Lanka in Colombo. They discuss England's fragile middle order, a potential lack of identity and react to post-match interviews from both Captains. They then preview Saturday's ODI - a match that England must win to avoid losing the series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Following On Daily - 5 Spinners Named for First ODI & Brook OPENS UP on Nightclub Incident

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 20:19


    Scott Taylor is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look ahead to the first ODI between Sri Lanka and England, with every ball live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. They react to England's XI for the game, with no less than 5 spin options in the team, and discuss a chance for Zak Crawley in ODI Cricket. They also hear from England captain Harry Brook, discuss if this should be the end of the fallout, and they discuss what would be a good series for England. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Cricket Collective - Sam Curran previews Sri Lanka v England; Daryl Mitchell reflects on New Zealand's Historic win in India & Signings in The Hundred!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 54:32


    Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look ahead to England's white-ball tour of Sri Lanka, with every ball live and exclusive on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. They are also joined by the England all-rounder Sam Curran to look ahead to the tour, and discuss becoming the new captain of MI London in The Hundred. As well as that, New Zealand all-rounder Daryl Mitchell reflects on India's historic ODI series win in India and looks ahead to the start of the T20 World Cup. Plus they round up the week's other big stories, and bring you The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Cricket Collective - Do England's World Cup hopes hinge on Archer, Sri Lanka v England Preview & Has Franchise Cricket HELPED Test Cricket?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 48:39


    Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to round up the week's biggest stories. They look ahead to talkSPORT 2's live and exclusive coverage of England's tour of Sri Lanka, and debate if Jofra Archer holds the key in whether England go far in the T20 World Cup. The Island's Cricket Writer Rex Clementine gives them the lowdown on Sri Lanka and their preparations for the series. They discuss Eoin Morgan's comments about franchise Cricket, and if it has actually saved the longest format of the game. Plus, they round up the week's biggest stories, and bring you The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Cricket Collective - How do England Rebuild After The Ashes; Liam Livingstone Exclusive & Bangladesh WON'T travel to India!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 75:18


    Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss how England move forward after a 4-1 series defeat to Australia in the Ashes. They debate if the ECB need to make changes with the management staff, and hear from the England captain Ben Stokes. The former England all-rounder Liam Livingstone joins the show to reflect on being signed for the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL, winning the title last year with Royal Challengers Bangalore, and what the future holds after losing his ECB central contract. The Sussex Head Coach Paul Farbrace reacts to reports that the ECB are exploring banning Australian players from playing in the County Championship ahead of the 2027 Ashes, and ESPNCricinfo's Mohammad Isam discusses the ongoing saga between Bangladesh and India ahead of the T20 World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Following On: Ashes Inquest - Fifth Test - What Now For England After ANOTHER Ashes Defeat?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 52:36


    Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at the 5th Ashes Test between Australia and England, as Australia secure a 5-wicket win to seal a 4-1 series win. They hear from England Head Coach Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes, and also debate how this team moves forward after another Ashes defeat down under. Plus, they get the thoughts of CODE Sports' Robert 'Crash' Craddock on where next for Australia, with big series in India and England to come in the next 2 years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Following On: Ashes Inquest - Fifth Test; Day Four - Bethell's Maiden Test Century & Do We Expect Too Much From Harry Brook?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 28:48


    Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at Day 4 of the 5th Ashes Test in Sydney, with England closing on 302-8, a lead of 119 runs. They discuss Jacob Bethell's maiden Test century and debate what he can go on to achieve after reaching three figures in first-class Cricket for the very first time. Plus, they hear from him, and discuss if we are expecting too much from Harry Brook after another start for the England batter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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