Podcast appearances and mentions of Glenn McGrath

Simon Mann is joined by Jonathan Agnew, Phil Tufnell, Andy Zaltzman and Glenn McGrath to look back on an improved day for England. However, they are still on the brink of defeat as Australia lie 4 wickets away from retaining the Ashes. There's also reaction from Zak Crawley, Alex Carey and Mitchell Starc plus a fascinating chat with former Australia fast bowler turned coach Jason Gillespie.

Simon Mann is joined by Jonathan Agnew, Glenn McGrath and Phil Tufnell to review the 3rd day of the Adelaide Test as a Travis Head hundred nailed down Australia's position.We also get reaction from England's assistant coach Jeetan Patel and Australia spinner Nathan Lyon plus Andy Zaltzman has all the stats that matter.

Daniel Norcross is joined by Jonathan Agnew, Glenn McGrath and former England batter Dawid Malan to review a challenging day in Adelaide with England facing a mammoth Test to keep the Ashes alive. There's reaction from England assistant coach Marcus Trescothick and Australia spinner Nathan Lyon and a statistical round-up by Andy Zaltzman

Australia tightened their grip on the Ashes on Day 2 in Adelaide as England's Bazball bravado collapsed once again. After Australia were bowled out for 371, Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon returned with venom, ripping through England's top order on a hot, flat pitch that should have favoured batting. England's frustrations were compounded by ongoing DRS and Snicko controversies, internal tensions, and another disjointed batting display, leaving them eight wickets down and still trailing heavily. With Cummins' leadership, Lyon's milestone moment, and England staring down a likely 3–0 deficit, this Test — and tour — is slipping rapidly out of their control. Key Timecodes (1:25) Australia bowled out for 371 and early assessment of conditions and England's opportunity (3:30) Cummins and Lyon return, early wickets, and Lyon passes Glenn McGrath (5:00) DRS/Snicko controversy, Carey admission, and England's legitimate grievances (11:45) England's collapse before lunch and Cummins' dominance over Joe Root Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We've launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show.

Daniel Norcross is joined by Jonathan Agnew, Phil Tufnell and Glenn McGrath as Australia closed on 326/8 on the opening day of the crucial Third Test. They discuss a roller coaster of a day with plenty of snicko controversy,We also hear from Australia century maker Alex Carey and England bowling coach David Saker.

Every weekday during the 2025-26 Ashes, comedian and statistician Andy Zaltzman poses new a cricketing conundrum. It won't be easy though. You might want to take it away, share in your group chats and challenge your friends. Andy will reveal the answer the following day.Test Match Special has live commentary on BBC Sounds with a team including Jonathan Agnew, Simon Mann and Jim Maxwell. England's 2005 Ashes-winning captain Michael Vaughan, legendary Australia seamer Glenn McGrath and ex-England spinners Phil Tufnell and Alex Hartley will be part of the punditry team.

Every weekday during the 2025-26 Ashes, comedian and statistician Andy Zaltzman poses new a cricketing conundrum. It won't be easy though. You might want to take it away, share in your group chats and challenge your friends. Andy will reveal the answer the following day.Test Match Special has live commentary on BBC Sounds with a team including Jonathan Agnew, Simon Mann and Jim Maxwell. England's 2005 Ashes-winning captain Michael Vaughan, legendary Australia seamer Glenn McGrath and ex-England spinners Phil Tufnell and Alex Hartley will be part of the punditry team.

England finally show some fight, but Australia take two nil Ashes lead.There's an astonishing interview with England captain Ben Stokes, we hear from coach Brendon McCullum and there's reaction from Australia captain Steve Smith and player of the match Mitchell Starc. And there's analysis by Jonathan Agnew, Glenn McGrath, Michael Vaughan, Phi Tufnell, Simon Mann and Andy Zaltzman,

Reaction to a second day in Brisbane that saw England miss out on putting heat on the hostsMichael Vaughan, Glenn McGrath and Jonathan Agnew join Simon Mann to discuss a frustrating day for England in Brisbane. Plus, we hear from Joe Root after this first Ashes century in Australia.

Simon Mann is joined by Jonathan Agnew, Glenn McGrath, Phil Tufnell and Andy Zaltzman to review an absorbing opening day at the Gabba where Joe Root was the star.We also hear from Zak Crawley who made 76 plus Australia's wicketkeeper Alex Carey.

Jason Gillespie joins us on the podcast this week. One of Australia's great fast bowlers and a core member of the Fast Bowling Cartel, Dizzy talks through his test cricket journey, playing with cricketing legends like Shane Warne & Glenn McGrath and the future of Australian fast bowling.BackChat is powered by Paywise. Recorded at BackChat Studios built by grounded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every weekday during the 2025-26 Ashes, comedian and statistician Andy Zaltzman poses new a cricketing conundrum. It won't be easy though. You might want to take it away, share in your group chats and challenge your friends. Andy will reveal the answer the following day.Test Match Special has live commentary on BBC Sounds with a team including Jonathan Agnew, Simon Mann and Jim Maxwell. England's 2005 Ashes-winning captain Michael Vaughan, legendary Australia seamer Glenn McGrath and ex-England spinners Phil Tufnell and Alex Hartley will be part of the punditry team.

Michael Vaughan, Glenn McGrath and Melinda Farrell join Mark Chapman to preview the second Test of the Ashes in Brisbane. Is this now or never for bazball? Can England adapt to the pink ball? How do both sides bowling attacks look? Could England turn to a spinner? Australia have had staggering pink ball success but their only day-night loss came at the Gabba. Plus, Mitchell Starc is just three wickets away from surpassing Wasim Akram as the most successful left-arm quick in the history of the game.

Reaction as England are beaten inside TWO days in first Ashes Test at Perth.Simon Mann is alongside former England captain Michael Vaughan, former Australia fast bowler Glenn McGrath, and the BBC's Chief Cricket Commentator Jonathan Agnew for reaction to England's embarrassing defeat to Australia in the first Ashes Test at Perth. We also hear from England captain Ben Stokes, coach Brendon McCullum and Australia centurion Travis Head.

Reaction from a breathless first day of the first Ashes Test in Perth.Simon Mann is alongside former England captain Michael Vaughan, legendary Australia fast bowler Glenn McGrath, and the BBC's Chief Cricket Commentator Jonathan Agnew for reaction to an incredible first day of the 2025/26 Ashes. We also hear from Brydon Carse and the recovering Australia Test captain Pat Cummns – plus a stat attack from Andy Zaltzman.

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Every weekday during the 2025-26 Ashes, comedian and statistician Andy Zaltzman poses new a cricketing conundrum. It won't be easy though. You might want to take it away, share in your group chats and challenge your friends. Andy will reveal the answer the following day.Test Match Special has live commentary on BBC Sounds with a team including Jonathan Agnew, Simon Mann and Jim Maxwell. England's 2005 Ashes-winning captain Michael Vaughan, legendary Australia seamer Glenn McGrath and ex-England spinners Phil Tufnell and Alex Hartley will be part of the punditry team.

Every weekday during the 2025-26 Ashes, comedian and statistician Andy Zaltzman poses new a cricketing conundrum. It won't be easy though. You might want to take it away, share in your group chats and challenge your friends. Andy will reveal the answer the following day.Test Match Special has live commentary on BBC Sounds with a team including Jonathan Agnew, Simon Mann and Jim Maxwell. England's 2005 Ashes-winning captain Michael Vaughan, legendary Australia seamer Glenn McGrath and ex-England spinners Phil Tufnell and Alex Hartley will be part of the punditry team.

The climax to the greatest Test series of all time - the Oval Test of 2005. England, who hadn't held the Ashes for 18 years, went into this final Test 2-1 up, knowing that if the Australians managed to sneak a victory they would retain the Ashes urn again. The last Test to be broadcast live on terrestrial TV in the UK (on Channel 4) it was regarded as the biggest sporting event in Britain since the 1966 football World Cup final. Simon Hughes and Simon Mann take you through the gripping action from England's strong start, to Australia's inevitable fightback, Freddie Flintoff's titanic spell and Kevin Pietersen's extraordinary last day hundred. With contributions from Michael Vaughan, Freddie Flintoff, Andrew Strauss, Simon Jones, Ashley Giles, Glenn McGrath, Justin Langer, Jason Gillespie and Brett Lee. #ashes #englandcricket #australia #greatestseries #theanalyst Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The dramatic tale of the third Ashes Test of 2005, told through the players eyes - featuring Michael Vaughan, Freddie Flintoff, Andrew Strauss, Simon Jones, Glenn McGrath, Justin Langer and Adam Gilchrist. A gripping, tense encounter which built to such a climax that the Old Trafford ground was full by 9am on the fifth day with 20,000 people locked out. And despite England's brilliant efforts with bat (Vaughan and Strauss) and ball (Flintoff and especially Jones with some sensational deliveries ) they could not quite break Australia's resolve. In perhaps his finest innings, Ricky Ponting resisted England for six hours on the final day until dismissed, ninth out with four overs to go. But Australia's last pair of Brett Lee and McGrath held out to keep the series score poised at 1-1 with two to play. Watch the video on YOUTUBE at https://youtu.be/30CQN6-xSN8 #ashes #england #australia #classic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The story of the most gripping Ashes Test ever played, the Edgbaston white-knuckle ride of 2005, which went literally to the wire, England eventually winning it by two runs. It featured so much drama - Glenn McGrath slipping on a ball before play, Ricky Ponting putting England in, England walloping 407 in a day, Freddie Flintoff hitting 10 sixes in the match and producing one of the greatest overs in Test history, Shane Warne's miracle ball to Andrew Strauss and then Australia all but seizing a one-wicket victory until Steve Harmison's final intervention. Features brillaint Channel 4 match footage and commentary and contributions from Flintoff, McGrath, Warne, Strauss, Michael Vaughan, Simon Jones, Brett Lee, Justin Langer and Adam Gilchrist. Available to watch on YouTube at https://youtu.be/GaPMtsF_Dcs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Classic retelling of the epic drama of the 2005 Ashes - the greatest Test cricket series ever. This is the wildly fluctuating first Test at Lord's. Simon Hughes and Simon Mann marvel at the explosive first hour when England's fast bowlers struck down the Aussies intimidatory batting. The relentless Glenn McGrath struck back to reduce England to 21-5 from which they never properly recovered. This episode features great Channel 4 match footage of that first hour, McGrath's revenge, Freddie Flintoff's disappointing Ashes debut, Kevin Pietersen's dramatic entry into Test cricket and Shane Warne's ultimate mastery. There are interviews with Flintoff, Warne, McGrath, Michael Vaughan, Simon Jones, Justin Langer, Adam Gilchrist and Jason Gillespie. And commentary from the legends like Richie Benaud and Tony Greig. Available to watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/GsfY3YLqONo?si=wYZ0LnPlHIeKF0AJ #ashes #englandcricket #england #testcricket Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The first episode of our six -part series on the 2005 Ashes - often regarded as the greatest Test series of all time. Twenty years on Simon Hughes and Simon Mann relive the drama of those Tests with its participants including Michael Vaughan, Freddie Flintoff, Glenn McGrath, Justin Langer, Adam Gilchrist, Andrew Strauss and Simon Jones, interspersed with the memories of Shane Warne. This first episode recalls the build up to the series, why it was so momentous and how England were going to handle the all-conquering Aussies who had held the Ashes urn for 16 years #cricket #england #australia #ashes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One month until the Ashes begins down under. Mark Chapman is joined by Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell and Glenn McGrath share their combined Ashes XI. Smith or Root? Duckett or Khawaja? Brook or Head? Wood or Starc? the panel discuss some tricky choices.

The ninth and final extract from our exclusive 2005 Ashes video series relives the tense drama of the fifth Test at the Oval. The series was still in the balance until late on. the fifth day when Kevin Pietersen plated the innings of his life. It was an incredible piece of sporting theatre and in this episode we hear from Michael Vaughan, Glenn McGrath, Andrew Flintoff, Justin Langer, Adam Gilchrist and Jason Gillespie on what it all meant. To watch the whole series and receive other special content sign up to The Cricverse on Substack https://cricverse.substack.com/p/ecstasy-the-2005-oval-test?r=lo2wd #ashes #england #australia #2005 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Estimates vary about how many spectators were locked out on the final day - Monday August 15th 2005 - of the 3rd Test at Old Trafford. Some said 10,000, some said 20,000. There's no doubt the series was capturing the nation and 7m were reputed to be watching on Channel 4 as first Ricky Ponting and then Brett Lee and Glenn McGrath denied the hard-working England bowlers victory. At the end the all-conquering Australians were captured celebrating a draw! This is the fifth extract of our six-part video series available at The Cricverse on Substack. https://cricverse.substack.com/p/locked-out-the-2005-old-trafford?r=lo2wd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The second instalment from our six-part video series reliving the drama of the 2005 Ashes. This extract hears from Adam Gilchrist, Glenn McGrath and Freddie Flintoff as Australia's bowlers respond ruthlessly to the Aussies being bowled out for 190 on the first day of the series at Lord's. To watch the full video series with exclusive player interviews and match archive join The Cricverse on Substack at https://cricverse.substack.com/p/wakey-wakey-england?r=lo2wd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To mark the 20th anniversary of the 2005 Ashes, Test Match Special has collaborated with the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra to tell the story of the greatest series of all time.Through a specially curated playlist performed by the Philharmonic, TMS archive, and narration from legendary actor Charles Dance, we're taken back to a time when the nation went cricket mad.Glenn McGrath treading on the ball, the thrilling finish at Edgbaston, thousands locked out at Old Trafford, Gary Pratt's runout of Ricky Ponting, and that famous final day at the Oval are all remembered, as is the bus journey through London the day after.And there's also space for the Philharmonic's performance of BBC Cricket iconic theme music – Soul Limbo.Music performed:SCENESET: Sergei Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet, Montagues and Capulets LORD'S: Camille Pepin: Les Eaux Celestes for orchestra, movements 2 & 3 EDGBASTON: Dmitri Shostakovich: Symphony No. 5, last movement INTERLUDE: John Adams: Tromba Lontana OLD TRAFFORD: Gustav Holst: The Planets, Uranus TRENT BRIDGE: John Adams: Short Ride in a Fast Machine SHANE WARNE INTERLUDE: Igor Stravinsky: Petrushka, The Shrovetide Fair, Dance of the Coachmen and Grooms OVAL: Hubert Parry, arr. Elgar: JerusalemandFelix Mendelssohn: Symphony no. 3, 4th movement CELEBRATIONS/TRAFALGAR SQUARE: Georges Bizet: Carmen, prelude REFLECTIONS: Thomas Ades: Arcadiana, Movement 6, O Albion CREDITS: Soul Limbo, arr. Peter Willmott

Twilight of the Gods: the first episode of our six -part series on the 2005 Ashes - often regarded as the greatest Test series of all time. Twenty years on Simon Hughes and Simon Mann relive the drama of those Tests with its participants including Michael Vaughan, Freddie Flintoff, Glenn McGrath, Justin Langer, Adam Gilchrist, Andrew Strauss and Simon Jones, interspersed with the memories of Shane Warne. This first episode recalls the build up to the series, why it was so momentous and how England were going to handle the all-conquering Aussies who had held the AShes urn for 16 years. The series is also viewable on The Analyst YouTube channel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Simon Jones remembers England's 2005 Ashes glory, in what could be the most iconic and influential summer in English cricketing history. Watch How To Win The Ashes on BBC iPlayer right now. The documentary takes a deep dive into one of sport's fiercest rivalries. Cricket legends from both sides of 2005's bitter rivalry, including Simon Jones, Andrew Strauss, Glenn McGrath and Adam Gilchrist, bring to life the on-field heroics that captured the nation, and ended 20 years of Ashes hurt for England.

Legendary umpire Brent Fraser "Billy" Bowden unleashes cricket chaos on Cyrus Says! Dive into iconic cricket debates: Was Sachin Tendulkar wrongly dismissed? Mankad Rule controversy decoded, DRS & Hawk-Eye tech secrets, and Virat Kohli’s fiery aggression analyzed! Discover Billy’s Rheumatoid Arthritis battle, his quirky umpiring signals, and hilarious behind-the-scenes tales with Dhoni, Raina, and Hussey!

Recently while I was listening to a podcast by Allan Donald, the South African fast bowler spoke about that runout and the pains he went through. But he told of one incident in the dressing room when the opposition captain, Steve Waugh and Glenn McGrath came in and consoled him. Winning is not everything. Compassion and empathy matters more than anything else.

The 3rd Test of the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar series has ended in a draw after bad light forced an early end on day 5 in Brisbane.The series is locked at 1-1 going into the Boxing Day Test at the MCG, while Indian great Ravi Ashwin announced his immediate retirement from international cricket.Australian captain Pat Cummins caught up with Quentin Hull, Darren Lehmann and Glenn McGrath for Grandstand at Stumps.

On another day affected by rain, India managed to rally late in it's batting innings to avoid facing the follow-on and  force the game towards a likely draw.Australian bowler Nathan Lyon caught up with Quentin Hull, Darren Lehmann and Glenn McGrath for Grandstand at Stumps.

Despite a day dominated by rain, Australia's bowlers did enough between the downpours to put Australia in a very strong position after Day 3 of the Border Gavaskar Trophy match at the Gabba.Mitch Starc had another big day and after play he caught up with Quentin Hull, Darren Lehmann and Glenn McGrath for Grandstand at Stumps.

It was a day of major milestones at the Gabba as a full day of cricket got played. Quentin Hull, Glenn McGrath and Phil Jaques were joined by Steve Smith to round up a great day of Test Cricket for Grandstand at Stumps.

Australia is well on top after Day 3 of the 2nd Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy thanks to a century from hometown hero Travis Head. Marnus Labuschagne returned to form with a half century and joined Andrew Moore, Glenn McGrath and Stuart Clark for Grandstand at Stumps.

It's been 10 years since the death of former Australia player Phillip Hughes. The 25 year old passed away after being struck on the neck by a short ball during a Sheffield Shield match.It was a tragedy which sent shock waves across the cricketing world and the anniversary is being marked with commemorations throughout Australia.In a special tribute ABC commentator Andrew Moore speaks with Tom Cooper who was Hughes's batting partner that fateful day, legendary fast bowler Glenn McGrath and former Australia coach Darren Lehmann who reveals Hughes was set to be told about an international recall the day he died.

It was a good day for Australia as they look to fight back in the Border Gavaskar Trophy. Mitch Starc was the stand-out as he took 6 wickets and the left arm quick joined Andrew Moore, Glenn McGrath and Darren Lehmann for Grandstand at Stumps.

Joining you on this episode of Willow Talk is Adam Peacock, Brad Haddin and Alyssa Healy to discuss Australia's slender 295-run loss in Perth against India, the intent of the Aussie batters, the use of a nightwatchman, just how good is Jasprit Bumrah, if Virat Kohli is out of his form slump and what changes could be made to both sides for the Adelaide Test. Then you'll hear from former Australia fast bowler and Pakistan Test coach Jason Gillespie talk about what's actually happening with his coaching role, thoughts on the first Test in Perth, how to beat England/Bazball, and his batting exploits with Glenn McGrath. Finally, Ads, Hadds and Heals go over a list of sundries featuring WBBL finals, IPL auction results, England v New Zealand and Warney Monopoly. Oh, and our trucker hats have arrived from the good folk at Swivs Locker! Check out Swivs Locker here for customised uniforms, headwear and merchandise. Send your cricket club cap to Producer Sam at the following address: Sam Ferris50 Goulburn St, Sydney, NSW, 2000 Follow on Apple, Spotify and the LiSTNR app Watch on YouTube Drop us a message on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

India completed a comprehensive 295-run victory over Australia to take a 1-0 series lead in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Clint Wheeldon, Darren Lehmann and Glenn McGrath provide a detailed summary of the past four days and are joined by Australian captain Pat Cummins.

Listen to highlights from day four of India's 295-run win over Australia in the first Test at Perth Stadium.Commentary features Jim Maxwell, Harsha Bhogle, Clint Wheeldon and Alison Mitchell alongside experts Darren Lehmann, Sunil Gavaskar, Tom Moody and Glenn McGrath. We also hear from Australian captain Pat Cummins.

Listen to highlights from Day 3 of the First Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between Australia and India from Perth Stadium.Your commentators are Jim Maxwell, Harsha Bhogle, Clint Wheeldon and Alison Mitchell with expert comments from Darren Lehmann, Sunil Gavaskar, Tom Moody and Glenn McGrath. 

Centuries to young prodigy Yashasvi Jaiswal and former captain Virat Kohli plus another damaging bowling spell from Jasprit Bumrah continued India's dominance on day three in Perth. Clint Wheeldon, Darren Lehmann, Glenn McGrath are joined by Australian wicketkeeper Alex Carey.

Listen to highlights from Day 2 of the First Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between Australia and India from Perth Stadium.Your commentators are Jim Maxwell, Harsha Bhogle, Clint Wheeldon and Alison Mitchell with expert comments from Darren Lehmann, Sunil Gavaskar, Tom Moody and Glenn McGrath. 

It was a quieter day for the bowlers as India set about consolidating a strong first innings lead at Perth Stadium. Hear the highlights, reaction and analysis with Clint Wheeldon, Darren Lehmann, Glenn McGrath and Tom Moody, as well as Australian Test debutant Nathan McSweeney.

Listen to highlights from Day 1 of the First Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between Australia and India from Perth Stadium.Your commentators are Jim Maxwell, Harsha Bhogle, Clint Wheeldon and Alison Mitchell with expert comments from Darren Lehmann, Sunil Gavaskar, Tom Moody and Glenn McGrath. 

Simon Mann is alongside Alastair Cook, Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell & Russel Arnold to discuss the pressures of test cricket.From trying to settle in as a debutant to controlling the anxiety of a batter, they tell all as to what was needed to face the challenges at the highest level and where they found their strengths in tough moments. Opening up about issues facing Glenn McGrath, keeping calm when rain delays play, and being “allergic to fielding practice”.

Glenn McGrath is widely regarded as the premier bowler for the Australian cricket team. His exceptional talent and ability to consistently take wickets set him apart from his peers. Additionally, when called upon to bat, he displayed remarkable skill in scoring runs, further solidifying his status as a versatile and valuable player for the team.

Stumped's Jim Maxwell has been a part of ABC for 50 years. He joined the organisation at the age of 22 in 1973 as a trainee and has now commentated on over 300 Test matches. Jim shares how he started his commentary career with Alison Mitchell and Charu Sharma, he also tells us about his favourite moments that he has witnessed and the advice that he would give his younger self.The team are also joined by former Australia bowler and a player who has shared the commentary box with Jim for many years, Kerry O'Keeffe. Kerry gives us insight into how the pair met, if he has ever known Jim to be tongue-tied and what they get up to both on and off air. Plus we celebrate another Australian star. Nathan Lyon is the third Australian after Shane Warne and Glenn McGrath to take 500 Test wickets and the eighth man in history. Kerry O'Keefe takes us back in time to when he first saw Nathan Lyon bowl and shares some of the secrets to his success.Photo: Jim Maxwell commentates on ABC Radio during day four of the Test match in the series between Australia and India at Sydney Cricket Ground on January 10, 2021 in Sydney, Australia. (Credit: Getty Images)