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Insight and analysis from the Test Match Special team from the 2019 Cricket World Cup - including interviews with top players and special features.

BBC Radio 5 live


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    The TMS at the Cricket World Cup podcast is an absolute must-listen for any cricket fan, especially during the summer season with the World Cup and the Ashes taking place. The podcast provides comprehensive coverage of each day's events, delivering highlights and summaries to ensure listeners stay up-to-date with all the action. What sets this podcast apart from others is its fantastic lineup of commentators, including the delightful Daniel Norcross, insightful Sir Alastair Cook, and stats guru Andy Zaltzman. With such a talented team, listeners can expect a perfect blend of expert analysis and entertaining anecdotes.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the addition of Andy Zaltzman in the stats chair. Not only does he provide significant statistical markers that deepen our understanding of the game, but he also injects humor into his commentary, often creating chuckle-inducing milestones along the way. Zaltzman's ability to make even a lamp post interesting is truly remarkable, so it's no surprise that his contributions to cricket analysis are equally as captivating.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is its accessibility to international listeners. One reviewer mentions living in the US but still being able to get their fix of English cricket through this podcast. This speaks to the global reach and appeal of TMS at the Cricket World Cup, allowing fans from all corners of the world to stay connected with their favorite sport.

    However, one potential downside to this podcast is that it may cater more towards those already familiar with Test Match Special (TMS) and its long-standing traditions on BBC radio. While regular TMS listeners may appreciate the continuity provided by familiar names like Tuffers, Vaughan, and Aggers as host and Master of Ceremonies, newcomers or those unfamiliar with TMS may find themselves slightly disconnected from these references.

    In conclusion, The TMS at the Cricket World Cup podcast is an exceptional listen for cricket enthusiasts looking for detailed coverage and insights into the World Cup and the Ashes. The addition of Andy Zaltzman, along with the expertise and charisma of the commentary team, ensures that listeners are both informed and entertained. With its global appeal and ability to keep traditions alive in the age of podcasts, TMS proves that it remains as relevant and engaging as ever.



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    “Beat the Aussies” is goal for Fleming

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2026 34:29


    Stephen Fleming gives his first interview since becoming England Test coach. He discusses his style of leadership with cricket correspondent Stephan Shemilt, his attitude towards discipline and how he shares the English obsession with the Ashes. Fleming also reveals his thoughts about a possible Ben Stokes comeback after visiting him in Durham and he talks about his relationship with white ball coach Brendon McCullum. There's also analysis from Test Match Special commentator Alison Mitchell & former Test player Dawid Malan.

    Explosive England seal T20 series against Sri Lanka

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2026 45:22


    We hear from England captain Harry Brook, and also Tom Banton who made an unbeaten half century.   We also chat to the ECB chair Richard Thompson on England's summer.

    View from the Boundary - Count Binface aka Jon Harvey.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2026 35:57


    Jon Harvey has worked on programmes like “The Thick of It” and “Have I Got New For You” but is best known for performing as the “intergalactic space warrior” who has taken on the likes of Theresa May, Boris Johnson, Andy Burnham and most recently Nigel Farage in by-elections. Harvey also discusses his lifelong love of cricket and TMS including how he modelled his bowling action on Phil Tufnell.

    McCullum – I want to be challenged by KP.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2026 55:53


    We hear from England white ball coach Brendon McCullum.Mark Chapman is joined by Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell and Steven Finn to look back on the Test summer, look ahead to the winter and discuss what England want to get out of the white ball games with Sri Lanka as Kevin Pietersen joins as a specialist mentor.We also hear from the ECB National Club Champions Shepherds Bush.

    What have we learnt about England?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2026 26:48


    Simon Mann is joined by Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, Jonathan Agnew and correspondent Stephan Shemilt to discuss what we've learnt about England's Test side this summer.

    Cox and Root guide England to clean sweep despite Edgbaston scare.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2026 41:43


    Simon Mann is joined by Jonathan Agnew, Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, Ramiz Raja, Phil Tufnell and Andy Zaltzman to review a dramatic 3rd Test against Pakistan, look back on the men's red ball summer as a whole and look ahead to the Tests in the winter.We also get reaction from England captain Joe Root, Pakistan captain Babar Azam, Player of the Match Dan Lawrence. Player of the Series Ollie Robinson and England interim coach Marcus Trescothick.

    Remarkable Razaullah raises Pakistan spirits on extraordinary day at Edgbaston

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2026 30:51


    Pakistan debutant Razaullah made a thrilling 81 to give his side an outside chance of a miracle win in the 3rd Test. Pakistan were eventually bowled out for 449 to leave England chasing 130 for a 3 nil victory.Simon Mann is joined by Jonathan Agnew, Ramiz Raja, Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook and Andy Zaltzman. We also hear from the star of the day Razaullah and England's interim coach Marcus Trescothick.

    Dominant England set target for Pakistan at Edgbaston

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2026 36:42


    Simon Mann presents reaction from Edgbaston after the second day of England's third and final Test against Pakistan.Hear from Sir Alastair Cook, Phil Tufnell, Ramiz Raja and Jonathan Agnew after a dominant batting performance with England which left them with a commanding lead over Pakistan. Hear from Dan Lawrence after an impressive batting performance.Plus, Henry Moeran is at Lord's for the Knight-Stokes Cup.

    England lead 'embarrassing' Pakistan

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2026 39:04


    Simon Mann presents reaction from Edgbaston after the first day of England's third and final Test against Pakistan.Hear from former England captains Michael Vaughan and Sir Alastair Cook, former Pakistan batter Ramiz Raja and Chief Cricket Commentator Jonathan Agnew after a disappointing display from Pakistan which left them trailing England at the end of the day. Hear from Josh Tongue who took four wickets on the first day in Birmingham.Plus, former Pakistan coach Jason Gillespie speaks to Jonathan Agnew about the situation Pakistan cricket currently finds itself in.

    KP's back, Jofra Archer and more Pakistan chaos

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2026 55:13


    Mark Chapman is alongside England's all-time leading wicket taker Jimmy Anderson, former England captain Michael Vaughan and BBC cricket correspondent Stephan Shemilt to discuss Kevin Pietersen's return to the England fold as he joins the white-ball coaching team. Jofra Archer speaks about being a key part of England's bowling attack this summer after returning from a much-needed break from cricket. And a turbulent Test summer for Pakistan continues as an internal inquiry is launched into discipline and conduct during their current tour of England.

    TMS Top 10: Pakistan players

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2026 62:17


    Isa Guha is joined by former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja, TMS broadcaster Aatif Nawaz, and ex-England spinner Vic Marks to select a top 10 of the greatest Pakistan men's players. TMS stats guru Andy Zaltzman provides the numbers. Among the names discussed are the likes of Imran Khan, Wasim Akram, Zaheer Abbas, Javed Miandad, Shahid Afridi, Misbah-Ul-Haq, Saqlain Mushtaq and Babar Azam. But who makes the final list?

    The Cartel - with Steven Finn & Mark Wood

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2026 53:35


    Isa Guha talks pace bowling with two of England's most successful fast men: multiple Ashes winners Mark Wood and Steven Finn. Plus Sir Alastair Cook discusses how best to captain fast bowlers, and TMS statistician Andy Zaltzman provides the numbers.

    View from the Boundary - Colson Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2026 32:02


    Jonathan Agnew is joined by award winning actor and presenter Colson Smith.He was part of the iconic soap opera Coronation Street for almost 15 years playing the role of Weatherfield Police constable Craig Tinker before his dramatic demise last year.He's also appeared on reality shows like “The Games” and “Celebrity Big brother” and has become a popular radio presenter in Yorkshire.Colson is a self-confessed cricket badger who's a director of cricket at Castleford CC and is involved in a documentary about starting a women's and girls' section called “Colson's cricket club”.

    Ask the umpire - Trees, Sunhats and Clicky Ponting

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2026 31:39


    Former international umpire Ian “Gunner” Gould answers your questions alongside Jonathan Agnew and Vic Marks. So, what happens if you accidently throw the ball into a tree or onto a fallen sunhat? When do you step in to diffuse a difficult situation and what action would Gould have taken if he'd umpired a “clicky” fielder.

    The Summer of Acrimony England v Pakistan 1992

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2026 58:48


    Simon Mann is joined by former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja, broadcaster Aatif Nawaz, chief cricket commentator Jonathan Agnew and TMS statistician Andy Zaltzman to look back on the tumultuous summer of 1992. Pakistan beat England in a controversial Test series played with the backdrop of accusations of ball-tampering and heated clashes with umpires which overshadowed Wasim and Waqar's inspired win.

    Broad & Anderson immortalised in the Long Room at Lord's

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2026 30:21


    Jonathan Agnew speaks with England's two most successful fast bowlers Stuart Broad and Sir James Anderson as they are honoured with a unique double portrait in the Long Room at Lord's. We also hear from the award-winning artist Jamie Routley and Michael Vaughan who captained them both.

    Big changes for Pakistan ahead of the third Test

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 50:48


    Mark Chapman is joined by Matt Prior and Mark Ramprakash. The panel reflect on a Test series win for England against Pakistan, with one match at Edgbaston still to come. There's an in-depth look at how the Lord's pitch played a part in England's win, is there legitimate concerns about the HQ surface? Also, just how good is England's bowling attack? Former Pakistan Test player Ramiz Raja joins the chat to talk about the big changes the team have made going into the third Test. Plus, more on Surrey's County Championship struggles.

    Clinical England power to series win over Pakistan

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2026 32:29


    Daniel Norcross presents reaction to England's second Test win over Pakistan at Lord's and is joined by former England captain Michael Vaughan, former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja and the BBC's chief cricket commentator Jonathan Agnew.Hear from captains Babar Azam and Joe Root as well as Ollie Robinson who was named player of the match with figures of 8-35. Andy Zaltzman breaks down the Test with a stat-attack.

    View from the Boundary: Jon Sopel

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2026 51:55


    Jonathan Agnew is joined in the Test Match Special commentary box by the BBC's former North America editor Jon Sopel who shares his love of cricket as well as stories from his time working around the world for the BBC as well as being in Washington DC covering three Presidents.

    England in pole position for a series win

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2026 36:06


    Daniel Norcross is joined by former England captain Michael Vaughan, former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja and the BBC's chief cricket commentator Jonathan Agnew to look back at day three of the Second Test between England and Pakistan at Lord's.Hear from Dan Lawrence who hit an unbeaten 50, his second half-century in as many Tests on a day where less than 25 overs were bowled.We also speak to England's fielding coach Sarah Taylor.

    Pakistan crumble as England seamers assemble

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2026 34:56


    Daniel Norcross is joined by former England captain Michael Vaughan, former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja and the BBC's chief cricket commentator Jonathan Agnew to look back at day two of the Second Test between England and Pakistan at Lord's.Hear from Jofra Archer who took three wickets as well as Azan Awais who top scored for Pakistan with 46. And Andy Zaltzman with his day two stat attack.

    Abbas masterclass as Smith stars on day 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2026 34:14


    Daniel Norcross is alongside former England captain Michael Vaughan, former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja, BBC chief cricket commentator Jonathan Agnew and former England spinner Phil Tufnell to discuss day one of the Second Test between England and Pakistan at Lord's. Hear from half-century hitter Jamie Smith, as well as Muhammed Abbas who took four wickets.Plus, Andy Zaltzman breaks down the day with a stat attack.

    What are the greatest ever Lord's moments?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2026 45:56


    Simon Mann, Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Jonathan Agnew, and Andy Zaltzman debate their greatest and favourite moments that have happened at Lord's.From the England Men's 2019 World Cup win, to the Women's World Cup glory in 2017. From Jonny Bairstow's infamous Ashes stumping in 2023, to Ben Stokes bowling the then New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum in 2015. Plus, an unforgettable story of when Aggers held some Bob Massie memorabilia.

    England drop Carse after nightclub incident & Pakistan's struggles

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 55:20


    Mark Chapman, former England captain Michael Vaughan, former England bowlers Phil Tufnell and Steven Finn discuss the fallout from Brydon Carse's nightclub incident, how England can rectify their off-pitch behaviour problem and, how it all overshadows their dominant Test match win over Pakistan. Brydon Carse has been dropped from the England team ahead of the second Test against Pakistan after being arrested and de-arrested on a night out in Derby. Former England wicketkeeper Matt Prior calls for his sacking and for action from the ECB, so what can incoming head coach Stephen Fleming do to cull inappropriate behaviour amongst England cricketers? On the field, England secured a dominant first Test win over Pakistan at Headingley. Whilst England looked impressive, Pakistan put in a poor performance which raises doubts about the state of Test cricket in the country. Aatif Nawaz joins the podcast to look at Pakistan's performance and how they can improve.

    England's Men: The state of the nation

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2026 70:38


    Cricket correspondent Stephan Shemilt is alongside former England captains Michael Vaughan & Sir Alastair Cook, as well as Chief cricket commentator Jonathan Agnew to look at the current state of play of England's Test side.Hear from the skipper Joe Root, plus Brendon McCullum who still serves as England's white-ball coach.

    A rout for Root in first Test back as skipper

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2026 37:23


    Simon Mann presents reaction from Headingley where England have beaten Pakistan inside three days in Joe Root's first Test back as captain of the side.Hear from former England captains Michael Vaughan and Sir Alastair Cook, BBC chief cricket commentator Jonathan Agnew, and former captain and PCB chief executive Ramiz Raja. Andy Zaltzman breaks down the Test with a stat-attack.Plus, hear the thoughts of Joe Root, Ollie Robinson, Marcus Trescothick, and Salman Ali Agha.

    England lead grows at a gloomy Headingley

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2026 26:53


    Simon Mann presents reaction to the second day's play from Headingley where 91 from Harry Brook and Jordan Cox's first Test 50 helps grow England's lead over Pakistan.Hear from England Test bowler Mark Wood, former England captains Michael Vaughan and Sir Alastair Cook, and BBC chief cricket commentator Jonathan Agnew. Andy Zaltzman breaks down the day with a stat-attack.Plus, Cox gives his reaction to his innings 73 from 100 balls.

    Mark Wood on injury, Ashes, and Stephen Fleming

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2026 60:09


    Jonathan Agnew and Steven Finn chat with Mark Wood about his injury recovery and the mental challenges of a long period out of the game. He also talks very honestly about the 25/26 Ashes down under and the incoming England Test head coach Stephen Fleming.

    5 a piece for Tongue & Robinson

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2026 27:07


    Simon Mann presents reaction to the first day's play from Headingley where England's quicks Josh Tongue and Ollie Robinson both take five-wicket hauls against Pakistan.Hear from former England captains Michael Vaughan and Sir Alastair Cook, and BBC chief cricket commentator Jonathan Agnew.Plus, Josh Tongue reveals the groundsman at Headingley has split the ball in half for him and Ollie Robinson to share after their 5fers, and Imam-ul-Haq reflects on the day after an opening stand of 42 in tricky batting conditions.

    Root wants England to be “good role models”

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2026 43:23


    Henry Moeran is alongside cricket correspondent Stephan Shemilt and TMS commentator Aatif Nawaz to look ahead to the first Test between England and Pakistan at Headingley. Hear from England captain Joe Root and Jordan Cox, plus the team discuss Pakistan captain Babar Azam missing the Test through injury.

    Australia embarrassed, Brook opens up and Hundred reflections

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 54:52


    Mark Chapman is alongside former England captain Michael Vaughan, former England spinner Phil Tufnell discussing Bangladesh thrashing Australia, the new 'era' for England as they prepare for their Test Match against Pakistan and reflecting on the winners of The Hundred last weekend...

    Harry Brook reflects on the last year

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 26:02


    England white-ball captain Harry Brook speaks exclusively to the BBC's cricket correspondent Stephan Shemilt.He talks about his early life and getting into the game, but also the fallout from the Wellington incident, missing out on the Test captaincy, and understanding why supporters get frustrated with his batting.

    History for Bangladesh as they beat Australia in Darwin

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2026 41:39


    Reaction as Bangladesh complete one of the greatest shocks in cricket history, beating the number-one ranked Test side in Australia for the first time by nine wickets.We hear from player-of-the-match Hasan Mahmud, Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto, Australia's skipper Pat Cummins and also batter Steve Smith. Plus, analysis from Jim Maxwell, Corbin Middlemas, Jason Gillespie, Phil Jacques, Xavier Doherty and Ed Cowan.

    Has year six of The Hundred been a success?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2026 32:37


    We hear from two men at the top of The Hundred - ECB CEO Richard Gould and Tournament Director Vikram Bannerjee - on whether this year transitional tournament has gone to plan. Plus, Steven Finn and Alex Hartley offer their thoughts.

    Has The Hundred changed?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026 25:54


    Henry Moeran is alongside Ashes-winning bowler Steven Finn and winner of The Hundred Jake Lintott to discuss how The Hundred may have changed this year, following the influx of investment. They also look at the rule which allows four overseas players per side and how that could affect the development of domestic players.

    Have England picked the right players for Pakistan?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 34:51


    Henry Moeran and Daniel Norcross go behind the scenes at the Hundred to speak to the BBC team about the England squad selected for the first Tests of the Pakistan series.We hear from Dawid Malan, Tymal Mills, Steven Finn, Phil Tufnell. Ebony Rainford Brent and Michael Carberry plus we get the thoughts of national selector Marcus North.

    Is Buttler England's greatest white-ball player?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2026 24:09


    Daniel Norcross finds out if the TMS team think that Jos Buttler is England's greatest white-ball player. Hear from England Test opener Emilio Gay, former world #1 T20 batter Dawid Malan, Ashes-winning bowler Steven Finn, long-time teammate Mark Wood, 2009 World Cup winner Ebony Rainford-Brent, and TMS commentator Alison Mitchell. Plus, the man himself reacts to breaking the T20 run-scoring record.

    Can Fleming and Root bring success to England?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 51:39


    James Gregg is joined by Sir Alastair Cook, Steven Finn and, Alex Hartley who look at what's ahead for Stephen Fleming, who has been appointed as the new England Test head coach - replacing his former New Zealand teammate Brendan McCullum.   Joe Root has been made captain for a second time - 4 years after stepping down.   Fleming will take charge after England's three match Test series against Pakistan, with Marcus Trescothick taking interim charge for that series.   Fleming's first Test will come on England's tour of South Africa in December.   Does he have what it takes to bring that winning feeling back to the England team?   Timecodes: 00:00 Intro 00:30 Alex's ice cream prank 01:30 Stephen Fleming appointment 08:10 England Director of Men's Cricket Rob Key 17:20 How across it will Fleming be? 22:18 Have England wasted the summer? 26:37 How will Fleming's first few weeks look? 33:20 Joe Root captain again 44:20 Root's record 48:00 Will we see Ben Stokes come back?

    Root is a "very excited" as Key insists England have 'not wasted summer'

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2026 28:05


    England's new captain Joe Root speaks to Henry Moeran about being England Test captain once again. England's director of men's cricket Rob Key speaks to Henry Moeran just twenty-four hours after appointing Stephen Fleming as Test coach and Joe Root as captain.Former England Test batter Dawid Malan and 2017 World Cup winner Alex Hartley discuss Key's interview and ask whether England have wasted their Test summer so far.Plus, hear from Chris Jordan who played under Fleming at both Southern Brave in the Hundred and Chennai Super Kings in the IPL and former New Zealand team mate and coaching contemporary Shane Bond.

    Fleming & Root to lead England Test team

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 31:46


    Henry Moeran speaks to former England captain Michael Vaughan, BBC chief cricket commentator Jonathan Agnew, and former New Zealand wicket keeper Katey Martin to discuss Stephen Fleming being appointed England's new Test head coach and Joe Root returning to captain the side.

    Flazball incoming? Fleming set to be Test head coach

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 21:42


    Daniel Norcross is alongside Ashes-winning bowler Steven Finn and former England Test opener Michael Carberry to discuss the prospect of Stephen Fleming becoming the next England Test head coach.Finny & Carbs wonder what he needs to fix with England, and Jamie Overton, who played under Fleming at Chennai Super Kings, tells Daniel Norcross about playing under him.

    Should Root be captain? Behind-the-scenes at The Hundred

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 22:05


    Aatif Nawaz is behind-the-scenes as the BBC TV team descends on Trent Bridge for Trent Rockets against London Spirit, but he's asking them - should Joe Root be the next Test captain?Hear from Ashes-winning bowler Steven Finn, former India batter Ajinkya Rahane, world cup winner Ebony Rainford-Brent, former #1 T20 batter Dawid Malan, and former India international Deep Dasgupta.Plus, Rahane speaks to Amber Sandhu about his time working for the BBC.

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