Following On Cricket Podcast

Do replacement subs need replacing themselves? Should we enjoy Sussex while we can? Are the Counties doing over England? Problems at Surrey? And will Jon ever get invited to the Wisden Dinner?Instagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts @fulhamjon @harmy611 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talkSPORTCricketEmail: cricket@talksport.co.ukHosts: Jon Norman, Steve Harmison, George Dobell & Nick FriendExec Producer: Jon Norman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After several injury replacements in the opening 2 rounds of the County Championship, does the rule need to be changed already? Will teams use the rule to their advantage at the business end of the season if things don't change? Should the rule be amended to impact injuries instead of muscular ones? How does the new replacement rule impact a Head Coach when it comes to selection? How does Somerset Head Coach Jason Kerr manage expectations around James Rew? Will he open the batting for Somerset to strengthen his case of playing for England?Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @Cricket_TS @NeilManthorp @Harmy611Hosts: Neil Manthorp and Steve HarmisonProducer: Scott TaylorHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are Rajasthan Royals genuine contenders to win the IPL after their 100% start to the season? Are high-scoring T20s becoming boring, and how much has the Impact Sub contributed to that? What more can you say about Vaibhav Suryavanshi after another incredible innings? Is Jos Buttler officially back in form after back-to-back fifties for the Gujarat Titans? How did the England players fare over the IPL this week? Who do our pundits pick as their star performers of the week?Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @Cricket_TS @SamEllard @AJarrodKimber @AbhijjwHosts: Sam Ellard, Abhishek Jhunjhunwala and Jarrod KimberProducer: Scott TaylorHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is Ollie Robinson two months away from an unlikely England comeback? Could Mason Crane hold the answer to England's spin conundrum? Are Warwickshire imitating old Surrey to become new Surrey? Are Hampshire in danger of the drop? And how long will it take Nick Friend to mention Leus De Ploy? Instagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts @fulhamjon @harmy611 @thecricketermagYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talkSPORTCricketEmail: cricket@talksport.co.ukHosts: Steve Harmison, Jon Norman, George Dobell and Nick FriendExec Producer: Jon Norman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Does Jamie Smith's future with England lie at No.3 after his impressive century for Surrey this week? What does James Rew need to do get into the England Test squad? Is the door firmly shut on an England return for the likes of Ollie Robinson and Ben Foakes? Is Zak Crawley under huge pressure to keep his place as an England opener? What does Essex Head Coach Chris Silverwood make of the new injury substitute rule in County Cricket? What attracted Peter Fulton to become the new Middlesex Head Coach?Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @Cricket_TS @NeilManthorp @Harmy611Hosts: Neil Manthorp and Steve HarmisonProducer: Scott TaylorHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are Punjab Kings genuine contenders to win the IPL after a strong start to the season, or will Royal Challengers Bangalore or Mumbai Indians go all the way again? Does Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer get enough credit for this role as their captain? What has Riyan Parag done to transform Rajasthan Royals' fortunes, and can they maintain their 100% start to the season? How long do Gujarat Titans persist with Jos Buttler as he struggles for form? What other England players are impressing in this year's IPL?Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @Cricket_TS @SamEllard @AJarrodKimber @AbhijjwHosts: Sam Ellard, Abhishek Jhunjhunwala and Jarrod KimberProducer: Scott TaylorHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What will the new injury regulations mean for cricket and how will it change tactics? Does the disconnect between the England team and County Cricket continue? Who are the runners and riders for Div 1 and Div 2 of the County Championship? Who is most likely to go down? And will there be any point scheduling a day at the cricket for day four when Kent are playing? All this and plenty more as the chaps reunite for their fifth season of Following On: County CricketerInstagram: @talkSPORT_cricketTwitter: @cricket_ts @fulhamjon @harmy611 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talkSPORTCricketEmail: cricket@talksport.co.ukHosts: Steve Harmison, George Dobell, Nick Friend & Jon NormanExec Producer: Jon Norman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is Ben Duckett's England place secure, or will he have to re-audition over the next few months with Nottinghamshire? How big a blow will Ben Stokes' recent injury when it comes to preparing for the New Zealand Test series? Can Nottinghamshire defend the County Championship title, or can Surrey win their 4th title in 5 seasons? How does Jack Leach feel about his England future? Has he spoken with the England management? Does Ollie Robinson have a chance of playing for England again? What now for Beyers Swanepoel after leaving a Cup Final early to fly to England?Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @Cricket_TS @NeilManthorp @Harmy611Hosts: Neil Manthorp and Steve HarmisonProducer: Scott TaylorHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can Brendon McCullum prove he can adapt and learn after the ECB announced he will remain as England Head Coach? Can the ECB improve the culture of the team both on and off the field? What will England do to adapt and learn after a 4-1 defeat in the Ashes? Has Richard Gould and Richard Thompson made the right decision by backing Brendon McCullum to turn things around? Will there now be an improved relationship between England and County Cricket? Will there be more accountability when it comes to England selection?Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @Cricket_TS @NeilManthorp @Harmy611Hosts: Neil Manthorp and Steve HarmisonProducer: Scott TaylorHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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, 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.