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Ollie Peake is a rising talent in the Australia cricket scene and may be one to watch out for during the Ashes series of the future.Peake will captain Australia's under-19 side next year at the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup and Mitch Turner began this chat on Summer Grandstand by asking Peake what it felt like to receive this honour.

Australia retains The Ashes with an unassailable lead in the series as it secures the win in Adelaide. 

James Hunter lost his sight in 2015 and following this reconnected with the sport of sailing as part of the Making Waves foundation.He chats to Mitch Turner about competing in the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race and how he works with the crew in some of the most arduous conditions. 

An Ashes winning captain and one of the most elegant left handers the game has ever seen, David Gower is a legend of English cricket. After his playing days he also had a terrific broadcasting career. Lord Gower even has a song written about him by Paul Kelly! The English great joined Corbin Middlemas at tea on Day 4 of the Adelaide Test. 

At the end of day four in Adelaide the Australians need just four more wickets to take an unassailable three-nil lead in the Ashes series. Chasing a record 435 runs to win, England are 6/207 at stumps despite 85 from Zak Crawley. Corbin Middlemas, Darren Lehmann and Jason Gillespie dissect the day's play on Grandstand at Stumps, featuring interviews with Mitchell Starc and Zak Crawley. 

Corbin Middlemas, Darren Lehmann and Stuart Clark break down another strong day of cricket for the home side at the 3rd Test in Adelaide Oval. Travis Head scoring a brilliant hometown century as fellow South Australian Alex Carey joined him for a 100+ run stand.

Former Test wicketkeeper Wayne Phillips chats to Corbin Middlemas and Darren Lehmann about his work with the Australian Cricketers Association, sharing stories from his playing and coaching career with his trademark irreverence! Ben Cameron speaks to Olympic champion swimmer Kyle Chalmers.

The Australian Open is less than a month away and if you're anything like us, you might feel like you've lost track of what's going on in tennis. Ex-Davis Cup Captain Wally Masur is here to help. He gets us across the Sincaraz rivalry, Novak's push for one more slam, the Nick Kyrgios situation and Aryna Sabalenka's dominance of the women's game. PLUS, a vibe check on the broader Aussie contingent. Featured: Wally Masur, ex-Davis Cup Captain. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The point of technology in sport officiating is to eliminate howlers, not create them. The company in charge of 'snicko' has admitted its team incorrectly saved Alex Carey from dismissal, allowing the Australian to score a hundred. Now, confidence in the umpiring tool is unravelling. Can cricket trust 'snicko'? Featured: Ben Cameron, Executive Producer, ABC Cricket.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

At lunch on day two Corbin Middlemas is joined by South Australian captain Jemma Barsby who shares her story about living with multiple sclerosis alongside fellow MS ambassador and filmmaker Beau Eastman. Ben Cameron chats with one of Barsby's teammates, Australian vice captain Tahlia McGrath.

There are comeback stories and then there is Philip Rivers. Five years after retiring from the NFL, the 44-year-old grandfather strapped on the cleats to try and drag his old team into the playoffs. His reasoning for taking on the challenge was something from cult TV show 'Friday Night Lights'. Featured: Phil Murphy, NFL reporter, ESPN. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Corbin Middlemas, Stuart Clark and Darren Lehmann analyse an absorbing first day of the 3rd Test from a baking hot Adelaide Oval. Winning the toss and batting first Australa ended the day on 8/326 thanks to a maiden Ashes century from Alex Carey in front of his home crowd, and 82 from late inclusion Usman Khawaja. 

Adelaide Oval is hosting the Christmas Test, with a new seven-year deal locking the match in as a major summer fixture. SA Premier Peter Malinauskas joins Corbin Middlemas to discuss the deal, creating a festival-vibe and the move to a day test.

Anthony Joshua joins us ahead of a bout that will deliver him a fortune, but has raised uneasy questions. When he takes on YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul, he will be among the biggest favourites in the history of the sport. How does the Englishman reconcile the industry's concerns for Paul's safety? Featured: Anthony Joshua, champion boxer. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

With Brendon McCullum tripling down on the Bazball mentality of preparation, there's a sense that the Adelaide Test could provide the definitive moment in this cricketing movement. The end of a great unravelling or the start of a comeback? Barney Ronay joins us to answer that question, talk about airport run-ins and Jofra Archer's unenviable task. Featured: Barney Ronay, chief sportswriter, The Guardian. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

With the NBL being in great shape as a competition, CEO David Stevenseon joined Aaron Bryans on Summer Grandstand on ABC Sport to talk about the potential of expansion.

Mitch Marsh announced his retirement from first class cricket this week and joined Aaron Bryans on Summer Grandstand on ABC Sport to chat about his career.

Bruce McAvaney joined Aaron Bryans on Summer Grandstand after receiving World Athletics President's Award in recognition of his broadcasting career.

On Summer Grandstand on ABC Sport, Aaron Bryans was joined by Sixers Spinner Todd Murphy ahead of the start of BBL 15.

Olympic gold medallist Mollie O'Callaghan chats to Quentin Hull following an Australian v The World contest in Brisbane. She reflects on 2025 and what it's like no longer training next to Ariarne Titmus after her retirement.

It's time for the perspective of an Englishman. BBC commentator Henry Moeran chats to Sam and Lehmo live from the English team hotel, where players are arriving after their break in Noosa.

Roger Rasheed questions what the point is of the upcoming Battle of the Sexes contest coming up later this month in Dubai. He also gives his tips to Sam and Lehmo about who he thinks will dominate the summer.

Former Australian quick Jason GIllespie said while Usman Khawaja has been an extraordinary performer for Australia, he should not play in the Adelaide Test.

Paralympic gold medallist Emily Petricola is also the South Australian Sports Institute's Para Unit Lead. In a wide-ranging chat with Sam and Lehmo she speaks about how she competes with MS and how Parasports can be stronger with more funding ahead of the 2032 Brisbane Paralympics.

After being part of the Australian A side that defeated the English Lions, Cooper Connolly joins Quentin Hull as he sets himself for another Big Bash campaign with the Perth Scorchers.

Adelaide veteran and Socceroo Craig Goodwin speaks to Quentin Hull about the A-League season and, of course, what he makes of Australia's pool for next year's FIFA World Cup.

English white-ball star Sam Billings joins Quentin Hull as he returns for another season with the Sydney Thunder. He speaks about how playing in the BBL has been a big part of his career. Playing a lot of franchise cricket, he discusses how the privatisation of sports clubs is changing cricket around the world.

US pundits have variously described the Socceroos as 'smug' and a 'lay-up'. What do our players think about those comments and the draw more broadly? We spoke to Jackson Irvine about the campaign and it's clear the Australians are zeroing in on their clash with the hosts. Featured: Jackson Irvine, Socceroos veteran. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

In his quiet moments, we wonder how Oscar Piastri will reflect on season 2025. Finishing third in the F1 title aged 24 is a big deal. But, he was also the world title favourite before a series of 'what if' moments saw him fall agonisingly short. The conversation for the Australian now turns to 'what now?' Is this the moment that lights a fire under him or something that erodes his self-belief? Jennie Gow joins us to unpack Piastri's season and help us understand the 2026 dynamic at McLaren. Featured: Jennie Gow, F1 reporter, BBC. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

The Eli Katoa concussion story has rattled rugby league. Many have asked how the Tongan international managed to have three sickening head clashes in one afternoon of footy. The NRL has laid the blame at the feet of the trainers and medical staff on the day, but do they need to consider the way head knocks are assessed pre-game and at training? Featured: Myles Houlbrook-Walk, reporter, 730. Featured: Myles Houlbrook-Walk, reporter, 730. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

You only had to watch the draw to know this World Cup will exist in the president's shadow. A 'peace prize' for Donald Trump presented by FIFA boss Gianni Infantino. The Village People, Heidi KIum, Kevin Hart and Shaquille O'Neal. The World Cup draw gave us the sense that the 2026 tournament might be an unusual edition.  The Socceroos have drawn Trump's America and will be relishing the challenge of a big opponent on a bigger stage. Featured: Craig Foster, ex-Socceroo and football broadcaster.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Coach Brendon McCullum believes England 'over-prepared' for the GABBA Test. Ben Stokes says Australia is no place for 'weak men'. With Australia 2-0 up and in control at the Ashes, England is heading for (checks notes) Noosa?! This English team has felt hard to get a handle on, so Ali Mitchell joins us to decipher the messages coming from the tourists' camp. PLUS, we marvel at a strong Australian display. Featured: Ali Mitchell, broadcaster ABC Sport. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Corbin Middlemas, Jason Gillespie and Darren Lehmann analyse the wash up of the 2nd Ashes Test in Brisbane after Australia secured another 8 wicket victory to take a commanding lead in the series. They're joined on the field at the Gabba by man of the match and hot favourite to be man of the series - Mitchell Starc.

It might be many people's dream to travel around Australia watching the entire Ashes series. But not many people would choose to do it on a scooter! Scott Stokes is doing just that and he dropped in to chat to Corbin Middlemas to answer the question on everyone's lips - why? Also there's a chance to get to know a bit more about the King of the Jungle - Phil Tufnell. 

English historian and host of 'The Rest is History' podcast Tom Holland joins Corbin Middlemas at dinner on day three at the Gabba.

Corbin Middlemas, Jason Gillespie and Darren Lehmann run the rule over day three of the second Test in Brisbane, in which Australia's tail wagged and their bowling unit combined to have England on the ropes six wickets down and still trailing by 43 runs. Hear from Australian all rounder Michael Neser and England batting coach Marcus Trescothick.

Josie Dooley, former Melbourne Renegades wicketkeeper, joins Corbin Middlemas and Darren Lehmann to talk about the her recovery from a stroke in Hawaii. Corbin also chats to the Queensland Premier David Crisafulli about the planned stadium at Victoria Park.

Matt and Helen Root, parents of Joe, join Corbin Middlemas and Darren Lehmann to talk about the upbringing of Test cricket's second-greatest runscorer and his day one Gabba hundred. Corbin also chats to another Gabba centurion - ABC Cricket Podcast co-host Ed Cowan.

Matt Kuhnemann dropped into the ABC Sport commentary box at tea on day 2 of the second test to chat with Corbin Middlemas.

They say politics and sport don't mix but the future of the Tasmania Devils was decided in parliament this week. After much debate and a lot of late nights the Macquarie Point stadium was approved meaning the Devils can get on with business and start preparing to enter the competition in 2028. Will this vote be the end of the controversy in Tasmania or are there more twists in the Devils tale? Featuring: Chris Rowbottom, ABC SPORT. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Corbin Middlemas, Jason Gillespie and Darren Lehmann take you through the second day of the Second Ashes test in Brisbane. The team are joined by Australian Opener Jake Weatherald and English Superstar Joe Root.At the end of the second day's play, Australia are 6 for 378 and lead the match by 44 runs.

Brisbane Lions Head Coach Chris Fagan joined Ben Cameron at Tea on day one in Brisbane, and discussed his enjoyment of cricket, where he gets advice from and his trip to Europe.

Some might see the Wallabies World Cup draw as a disaster, after all who wants to take on the All Blacks in the pool stage? We think there's a lot to like for the Australians as they prepare to host a huge tournament. It's not all ideal, we have some gripes and Rugby Australia CEO Phil Waugh works through them with us, before talking a little R360 and Zac Lomax. Featured: Phil Waugh, ex-Wallaby, CEO Rugby Australia. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg joined Corbin Middlemas at lunch on day one in Brisbane, and discussed recouping commercial losses from the short Perth Test, public scrutiny of Usman Khawaja and the future of the BBL. Ben Cameron catches up with fast bowler Jhye Richardson on his comeback to first class cricket.

Corbin Middlemas, Jason Gillespie and Phil Jaques take you through the first day of the Second Ashes test in Brisbane. The team are joined by Australian Wicket Keeper Alex Carey and English Opener Zak Crawley.At the end of the opening day's play, England are 9 for 325 after winning the toss and batting first.

Rory McIlroy claiming an elusive US Masters green jacket was arguably THE sport story of 2025. With the 36-year-old contesting the Australian Open at Royal Melbourne there is a sense the centre of the golfing universe residing in Victoria this week. You can't help but look at Aussie guns like Lee, Scott and Smith through the lens of McIlroy's stellar achievements. What do we see? We dig in. Featured: Ali Whittaker, golf pro and commentator.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

No team is prettier in pink than Australia; victorious in 12 of 13 Test matches in this format. Why are they so strong and how will England seek to counter that to level the Ashes? We pull apart likely tactics to understand how both sides will approach the pink Test at the traditional Australian fortress of the GABBA. Featured: Alex Malcolm, journalist, Cricinfo. UPDATE: post release Usman Khawaja was ruled out of Australia's team. Head to the ABC news website for full details.Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

It takes a lot to make Oscar Piastri mad, but the Qatar Grand Prix crossed the threshold. A second week of team errors that badly cost the McLaren driver had him seething. A pit blunder saw both Piastri and Lando Norris slide down the standings and gifted victory to Max Verstappen at the Qatar Grand Prix. We now have a three-way battle for the world title in the last race of the season. We explain why Piastri is fuming but should have reason for confidence. Featured: Joshua Robinson, F1 reporter, Wall Street Journal. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Former England quick Steven Finn chats to Quentin Hull about the positives England can take from the first Ashes Test and how fans have reacted to the two-day match.

After England was demolished in the first Ashes Test, it is impossible to get enough reaction from the English camp. This time Monty Panesar joins Quentin Hull with the 43 year-old still taking wickets in grade cricket.