Podcasts about Test cricket

This week, host Richard Graves sits down with Charlie Binns, Lead Nutritionist for the England men's cricket team, fresh from Perth as preparations ramp up for the Ashes. Charlie lifts the lid on what elite fuelling actually looks like across five-day Tests, why recovery is an arms race, and how his team builds simple, repeatable habits the players will actually use, from colour-coded carb periodisation to the humble banana bread on the snack table. He also shares the months of behind-the-scenes logistics you never see: venue-by-venue menus for lunch, tea and post-match; shipping batch-tested supplements across the world; and how day–night “pink ball” Tests flip the entire eating schedule on its head. Expect practical insights, no fluff, and a proper appreciation for just how physically brutal modern cricket really is. What you'll learn from the episode * Cricket's true physical demands: why a Test bowler can cover ~50 km across a match and repeatedly absorb ~8× bodyweight through the front leg, and what that means for fuelling and recovery. * Tour prep, six months out: coordinating stadium caterers, training-day menus, and freighted, batch-tested supplements, plus how strategies are trialled at home before heading overseas. * Match-day fuelling made usable: the role of lunch, tea and all-day snack stations; when to use liquids vs solids; and why simple, high-carb options (wraps, bagels, flapjacks, banana bread) win. * Carbohydrate periodisation in practice: using colour-coded days to align intake with bowling/fielding workloads, then ramping to a high-carb taper before the first ball. * Refuel like a pro: stacking recovery windows, shakes on the final whistle, high-carb changeroom options, team-room snacks, and evening meals, to reduce soreness and restore glycogen for day two (and three). * Day–night Test adjustments: how pink-ball timings shift pre-match, “lunch”, “tea” and sleep hygiene, and the tweaks Charlie makes to keep players alert without compromising recovery. * Communication that sticks: nudging over lecturing, tailoring to individual preferences, and equipping S&C staff to deliver on-ground during play. About Charlie Binns Charlie Binns (BSc, MSc, SENr, UKAD, ISAK) is the Lead Nutritionist for the England & Wales Cricket Board's men's team. He joined the ECB setup after roles across elite rugby and football, including First-Team / Senior Men's Nutritionist at Tottenham Hotspur and consultancy with Birmingham City FC. He also founded CMB Performance & Nutrition, serving athletes and organisations from academy to international level. Charlie's academic route began with a First-Class BSc in Sport & Exercise Nutrition at Leeds Trinity University, followed by an MSc in Applied Sports Nutrition at St Mary's University, Twickenham. He is SENr-registered, UKAD-accredited, and ISAK L1 certified. Before moving into cricket full-time, Charlie built experience in multiple environments to broaden his practice, from Richmond Rugby during his Master's to league and academy football, a deliberate multi-sport grounding he still credits for his applied approach in cricket. Within England Cricket's performance team, Charlie's remit spans: Tour logistics & catering coordination across venues (training, lunch, tea, post-match menus). Carb periodisation frameworks aligned to bowling/fielding loads and match phases. Recovery protocols (e.g., immediate shakes, tart cherry, staged refuelling) to hit repeat high-output days. He's been part of touring groups across the subcontinent, South Africa and Australia, and has supported senior and Lions squads in major series and tournaments. Media reporting has highlighted his role in individualising fuelling targets for players during high-demand campaigns. Outside the ECB, Charlie has hosted CPD for nutritionists across the county game and continues to contribute to practitioner development within cricket.

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. 

Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look ahead to the start of the Ashes. Code Sports' Chief Cricket Writer Daniel Cherny joins us to discuss Australia's squad named for that first Test in Perth, with Jake Weatherald preferred to Sam Konstas. They'll discuss the make up of Australia's XI for that Test, discuss the future of Test Cricket in Australia, and hear from National Selector George Bailey. They also debate if one warm-up game against the England Lions is sufficient preparation for England ahead of a series like the Ashes, and they get the thoughts of the former England bowler Darren Gough. England's Elite Bowling Coach Neil Killeen joins the show to discuss a busy winter for the England Lions, and give his thoughts on the bowling unit selected for England's Ashes series. Plus, they'll discuss the latest developments in The Hundred, preview India's two-Test series with South Africa, and bring you The Final Word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.

Until the Ashes starts, Summer Grandstand on ABC Sport will be running a segment called 2 for 22. Each weekend at 2:22, we'll catch up with our Ashes talent from the captain Jim Maxwell to all our experts and the BBC crew to relive classic moments and look ahead to what's coming. So set your watch for 2:22! Where our incredible ABC Sport cricket team will share their stories and stick their necks out with predictions for the summer ahead.Today's episode sees Brett Sprigg catching up with Jonathon "Aggers" Agnew.

The Black Caps escaped a late West Indies charge to win the second T20 cricket international of the five-match series by three runs in Auckland. The hosts made 207 for five – Mark Chapman excelled with 78 off 28 balls and three catches. The visitors were struggling at 93 for six in the 13th over, but a flurry saw them require 16 off the last. Chapman joined Piney to discuss his performance. “It was just one of those days where the ball seemed to find the middle of the bat and you're just enjoying yourselves.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. 

Join hosts Chirunandhan Srinath & Vijay Lokapally & dive into an engaging discussion about Virat Kohli's remarkable journey from a promising Delhi cricketer to a global icon. Explore insights from Vijay's biography on Kohli, his leadership qualities, and the mental and physical transformation that set him apart. Discover the softer side of Kohli, his aggressive playing style, and his impact on Indian cricket. Tune in for an in-depth look at one of cricket's most celebrated figures.This episode is brought to you in collaboration with The Byline – an independent online news platform delivering credible and in-depth coverage across Business, Finance, Sports, and more. Check them out at www.thebyline.in

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

In a rare interview, Australian Cricket Legend Dennis Lillee spoke with Kim Hughes and Mitch Turner on WA Sports Talk. DK discussed his close relationship with Australian captain Pat Cummins, the current cricket schedule, and the upcoming Ashes series.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Until the Ashes starts, Summer Grandstand on ABC Sport will be running a segment called 2 for 22. Each weekend at 2:22, we'll catch up with our Ashes talent from the captain Jim Maxwell to all our experts and the BBC crew to relive classic moments and look ahead to what's coming. So set your watch for 2:22! Where our incredible ABC Sport cricket team will share their stories and stick their necks out with predictions for the summer ahead.Today's episode sees Quentin Hull catching up with Jason GIllespie.

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.

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?  

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.

Until the Ashes starts, Summer Grandstand on ABC Sport will be running a segment called 2 for 22. Each weekend at 2:22, we'll catch up with our Ashes talent from the captain Jim Maxwell to all our experts and the BBC crew to relive classic moments and look ahead to what's coming. So set your watch for 2:22! Where our incredible ABC Sport cricket team will share their stories and stick their necks out with predictions for the summer ahead.Today's episode sees Quentin Hull catching up with Jason GIllespie.

The men's summer of cricket gets underway with the start of the ODI series against India tomorrow. Following the white ball leg of the summer, it'll be time for the most highly anticipated Ashes series in 20 years. George Bailey is the Chairman of Selectors for the national side, and the man with the big decisions to make. He joined Quentin Hull on Summer Grandstand to answer all the big selection questions ahead of a massive summer of cricket. 

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.

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.

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.

Until the Ashes starts, Summer Grandstand on ABC Sport will be running a segment called 2 for 22. Each weekend at 2:22, we'll catch up with our Ashes talent from the captain Jim Maxwell to all our experts and the BBC crew to relive classic moments and look ahead to what's coming. So set your watch for 2:22! Where our incredible ABC Sport cricket team will share their stories and stick their necks out with predictions for the summer ahead.Today's episode sees Zane Bojack catching up with Darren Lehmann.

Until the Ashes starts, Summer Grandstand on ABC Sport will be running a segment called 2 for 22. Each weekend at 2:22, we'll catch up with our Ashes talent from the captain Jim Maxwell to all our experts and the BBC crew to relive classic moments and look ahead to what's coming. So set your watch for 2:22! Where our incredible ABC Sport cricket team will share their stories and stick their necks out with predictions for the summer ahead.Today's episode sees Zane Bojack catching up with Jim Maxwell.

The race for opening spots in the Australian batting order for the Ashes is heating up. One of the contenders to partner Usman Khawaja in Perth is Tasmanian opener Jake Weatherald. The left handers stock continues to rise. So how does he think he is placed? 

Beau Webster missed the first match of the Shield season with a rolled ankle, putting his Australian spot in jeopardy. On Summer Grandstand on ABC Sport, Zane Bojack caught up with Beau to discuss how his recovery is going.

Before the Ashes this summer, Australia will face India in both an ODI and T20 series. Matt Renshaw has earned a recall to the squad for the clashes and joined Zane Bojack on Summer Grandstand on ABC Sport.

Mark Butcher, Ben Gardner and Yas Rana discuss Chris Woakes' England legacy, the race to open for Australia in the Ashes, West Indies' heavy Test defeat in India and more. 0:00 Intro / 0:38 WPA Health Insurance / 1:13 Patreon / 1:33 Chris Woakes / 18:38 England Lions / 25:41 Who will open for Australia? / 30:11 What's England's best attack? / 35:25 Mad Squirrel / 36:22 India vs West Indies / 45:01 ILT20 auction / 48:23 Cam Steel's blog / 49:24 New Zealand vs Australia / 50:37 Women's World Cup / 55:24 Outro

Sheffield Shield is back for another season, who's auditioning for a spot in the Ashes?Teddy and Corbin take you through their rankings of prospective players who could be opening for Australia.Plus, you'll hear the wash-up from the New Zealand v Australia T20 series and the latest on the Women's ODI World Cup.

Sheffield Shield is back for another season, who's auditioning for a spot in the Ashes?Teddy and Corbin take you through their rankings of prospective players who could be opening for Australia.Plus, you'll hear the wash-up from the New Zealand v Australia T20 series and the latest on the Women's ODI World Cup.

Sheffield Shield is back for another season, who's auditioning for a spot in the Ashes?Teddy and Corbin take you through their rankings of prospective players who could be opening for Australia.Plus, you'll hear the wash-up from the New Zealand v Australia T20 series and the latest on the Women's ODI World Cup.

Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to reflect on Chris Woakes' retirement from International Cricket. They discuss if his achievements were under-appreciated and whether he was under-rated, and they hear from the man himself. The former Australia bowler Jason Gillespie joins the show to discuss how Australia are shaping up ahead of the Ashes, and what players can stake a claim for a spot in the squad as the Sheffield Shield gets underway. They look back at a dominant win for England at the Women's World Cup, and Machel St Patrick Hewitt from the Caribbean Cricket Podcast joins the show to discuss yet more changes proposed by Cricket West Indies & ask if two-tier Test Cricket is the only way forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

‘This is England's best chance in a long time to take the urn home.' Teddy and Corbin break down England's newly announced 16-man squad for the Ashes this summer.We also update our race to open the batting rankings.Are we getting a bit nervous about these Ashes? Maybe…

‘This is England's best chance in a long time to take the urn home.' Teddy and Corbin break down England's newly announced 16-man squad for the Ashes this summer.We also update our race to open the batting rankings.Are we getting a bit nervous about these Ashes? Maybe…

‘This is England's best chance in a long time to take the urn home.' Teddy and Corbin break down England's newly announced 16-man squad for the Ashes this summer.We also update our race to open the batting rankings.Are we getting a bit nervous about these Ashes? Maybe…

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