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Usman Khawaja has unloaded on the Perth pitch. How justified is the spicy criticism and how much is reputation management? The opener is racing to be fit, but the conversation has centred on whether Travis Head should open. The South Australian believes batting orders are overrated and Pat Cummins agrees. Steve Smith is trialling NFL style ‘eye black' will it make a difference? One factor that will matter is the absence of English tearaway Mark Wood, the boys discuss how England could adapt their approach in Brisbane.PLUS, the team hit international cricket, Sheffield Shield and Ellyse Perry doing Ellyse Perry things in the WBBL.Across the 2025-26 Ashes series, ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter, Corbin and Ed are here to keep you up to date on the game in Australia and abroad.Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,' hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast'

Travis Head's century has steered Australia to a dominant win on only day two of the first test, the man of the moment as well as Marnus Labuschagne joined Corbin Middlemas, Jason Gillespie and Darren Lehmann post match to celebrate the Aussie's first Ashes win of the summer and look ahead to Brisbane.

Chair of Cricket Australia, Mike Baird AO, joined Corbin at Grandstand at Lunch for a chat about the upcoming Ashes series and other issues facing Cricket at the moment.

Corbin Middlemas, Darren Lehmann and Tom Moody take you through the highly anticipated first day of the opening Ashes test in Perth. The team are joined by injured full-time Australian captain, Pat Cummins and English bowler Brydon Carse.Fast bowler Mitchell Starc ran through England with career best figures of 7/58. Ben Stokes followed this up with his own impressive bowling performance, he took a 5-fer for England.At the end of the opening day's play, Australia are trailing by 49 runs in the first innings with one wicket remaining. 

The history of the Ashes is littered with moments that have defined and intensified the rivalry between the two nations. As we anticipate what those moments might be in the 2025-26 series, Jim Maxwell has been looking back at some of his favourite Ashes memories. In the final part of this series, he and Corbin Middlemas remember England's victory at Edgbaston in 2005 that dramatically swung the momentum of that series.  

As we gear up for the 2025-26 Ashes, legendary commentator Jim Maxwell is looking back at his favourite moments from this storied rivalry. In part five of this series, Jim and Corbin Middlemas look back to 2006 when Shane Warne bowled Australia to a series win in Adelaide. 

As we get ready for the 2025-26 instalment of the famous Ashes rivalry, legendary ABC commentator Jim Maxwell is looking back on his favourite Ashes moments from his time loving the game. In this episode, Jim and Corbin Middlemas reflect on a masterful innings from Ben Stokes in 2019 that secured England a famous victory at Headingley. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

With the 2025-26 Ashes on the horizon we are discussing legendary commentator Jim Maxwell's top six Ashes moments from his more than 50-year career. In episode three, he and Corbin Middlemas revel in Allan Border and Jeff Thompson's almost miracle at the MCG in 1982. 

With the 2025-26 Ashes on the horizon we are discussing legendary commentator Jim Maxwell's top six Ashes moments from his more than 50-year career. In episode three, he and Corbin Middlemas revel in Allan Border and Jeff Thompson's almost miracle at the MCG in 1982. 

The countdown is on to the 2025-26 Ashes series, and we are asking legendary ABC commentator Jim Maxwell to count down his six favourite Ashes memories. Jim and fellow ABC commentator Corbin Middlemas look back at some of the moments that have defined this rivalry. Part two follows Jim to Lords in 1972 where he watched from the stands as Bob Massie put on a bowling clinic. 

The countdown is on to the 2025-26 Ashes series, and we are asking legendary ABC commentator Jim Maxwell to count down his six favourite Ashes memories. Jim and fellow ABC commentator Corbin Middlemas look back at some of the moments that have defined this rivalry. Part two follows Jim to Lords in 1972 where he watched from the stands as Bob Massie put on a bowling clinic. 

Ed is joined once again by Trent Copeland to unpack all the big stories from the Sheffield Shield, including the rise of Brendan Doggett. Could a Test debut be on the cards this summer?The guys also dive into England's seemingly cursed tour of New Zealand, the Aussie women's shock World Cup exit, and the biggest news of the week - tickets are now on sale for our live show!Head to the link for all the details and to grab your ticket: https://ab.co/4hFEk8V

Ed is joined once again by Trent Copeland to unpack all the big stories from the Sheffield Shield, including the rise of Brendan Doggett. Could a Test debut be on the cards this summer?The guys also dive into England's seemingly cursed tour of New Zealand, the Aussie women's shock World Cup exit, and the biggest news of the week - tickets are now on sale for our live show!Head to the link for all the details and to grab your ticket: https://ab.co/4hFEk8V

Ed is joined once again by Trent Copeland to unpack all the big stories from the Sheffield Shield, including the rise of Brendan Doggett. Could a Test debut be on the cards this summer?The guys also dive into England's seemingly cursed tour of New Zealand, the Aussie women's shock World Cup exit, and the biggest news of the week - tickets are now on sale for our live show!Head to the link for all the details and to grab your ticket: https://ab.co/4hFEk8V

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The countdown is on to the 2025-26 Ashes series, and we are asking legendary ABC commentator Jim Maxwell to count down his six favourite Ashes memories. Jim and fellow ABC commentator Corbin Middlemas look back at some of the moments that have defined this rivalry. Part two follows Jim to Lords in 1972 where he watched from the stands as Bob Massie put on a bowling clinic. 

Good luck facing Josh Hazlewood this summer, England.With Corby on a break, Ed is joined by Trent Copeland to unpack the ODI series against India - and the big takeaway? Josh Hazlewood looks in ominous touch heading towards the Ashes.The guys break down all the key talking points from the series, including Sharma and Kohli's poetic SCG farewell, check in on the latest from the Sheffield Shield, and dive (again) into the never-ending Ashes selection debate.

Good luck facing Josh Hazlewood this summer, England.With Corby on a break, Ed is joined by Trent Copeland to unpack the ODI series against India - and the big takeaway? Josh Hazlewood looks in ominous touch heading towards the Ashes.The guys break down all the key talking points from the series, including Sharma and Kohli's poetic SCG farewell, check in on the latest from the Sheffield Shield, and dive (again) into the never-ending Ashes selection debate.

Good luck facing Josh Hazlewood this summer, England.With Corby on a break, Ed is joined by Trent Copeland to unpack the ODI series against India - and the big takeaway? Josh Hazlewood looks in ominous touch heading towards the Ashes.The guys break down all the key talking points from the series, including Sharma and Kohli's poetic SCG farewell, check in on the latest from the Sheffield Shield, and dive (again) into the never-ending Ashes selection debate.

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

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

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

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

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

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

2 months on from his health scares, ABC Sport broadcaster Andrew Moore was back on the radio calling the Pacific Championships. He caught up with Matt Clinch on Summer Grandstand on ABC Sport to talk how he felt returning to work.

Following the Matildas' 2-1 victory over Wales, which saw the return of Sam Kerr to the national side, former Matilda Elise Kellond-Knight spoke to Matt Clinch on Summer Grandstand about what the result means and what Sam Kerr means to the team.

Clare Balding is a broadcaster, author...and Faithful! From her early career on Grandstand to hosting Olympic and Wimbledon coverage, Clare has been a fixture of our sporting screens for many years.But in her debut fiction novel Clare is experiencing "Pastures New".Sport is in her blood, and one of her choices goes back a long way - long before it became the sporting anthem it is today. Inherited: Sweet Caroline by Neil Diamond Passing on: Vienna by Billy JoelProducer: Ben Mitchell

What's your favourite Ashes moment? As part of the lead in for the 2025-26 series, legendary ABC commentator Jim Maxwell is breaking down his six favourite memories from a career spanning more than five decades. In this six part special, Jim and Corbin Middlemas pull apart the moments that have defined a famous rivalry. Part one is the saga that has framed the coming clash, the stumping of Jonny Bairstow at Lord's in 2023. 

What's your favourite Ashes moment? As part of the lead in for the 2025-26 series, legendary ABC commentator Jim Maxwell is breaking down his six favourite memories from a career spanning more than five decades. In this six part special, Jim and Corbin Middlemas pull apart the moments that have defined a famous rivalry. Part one is the saga that has framed the coming clash, the stumping of Jonny Bairstow at Lord's in 2023. 

What's your favourite Ashes moment? As part of the lead in for the 2025-26 series, legendary ABC commentator Jim Maxwell is breaking down his six favourite memories from a career spanning more than five decades. In this six part special, Jim and Corbin Middlemas pull apart the moments that have defined a famous rivalry. Part one is the saga that has framed the coming clash, the stumping of Jonny Bairstow at Lord's in 2023. 

The countdown to The Ashes is well and truly underway, but while we wait, we've got a short-format series against India to enjoy. Did Corbin and Ed like what they saw in the first ODI against India?Sheffield Shield players are still auditioning for a national call up, who can catch the selectors' eye? And does Cam Bancroft need to take a breather from cricket?Plus, all the latest from the Women's World Cup as teams start to cement their semi-finals spots.

The countdown to The Ashes is well and truly underway, but while we wait, we've got a short-format series against India to enjoy. Did Corbin and Ed like what they saw in the first ODI against India?Sheffield Shield players are still auditioning for a national call up, who can catch the selectors' eye? And does Cam Bancroft need to take a breather from cricket?Plus, all the latest from the Women's World Cup as teams start to cement their semi-finals spots.

The countdown to The Ashes is well and truly underway, but while we wait, we've got a short-format series against India to enjoy. Did Corbin and Ed like what they saw in the first ODI against India?Sheffield Shield players are still auditioning for a national call up, who can catch the selectors' eye? And does Cam Bancroft need to take a breather from cricket?Plus, all the latest from the Women's World Cup as teams start to cement their semi-finals spots.

With Pat Cummin's back injury most likely to rule him out of some Ashes matches, Trent Copeland and Ed Cowan take you through the next tier of players who will be closely monitored to step up into the squad.As the General Manager of Sydney Thunder, Trent shares how they secured Ravi Ashwin for the entire Big Bash season.Plus, the team bring you the latest from the Women's World Cup where Alyssa Healy's captain's knock ensured a recording breaking win for Australia against India.