Podcasts about Test cricket

A very, very special bonus episode of the Wisden Cricket Weekly Podcast. Phil Walker sits down with the great Ravi Shastri to talk about Indian cricket, how it's changed over the decades, the current landscape of international cricket, how India are shaping up for the England Tests and much more. It comes in a big week for Shastri in London. Last week, ICC Chair Jay Shah officially opened the Ravi Shastri Suite at Lord's, continuing Shastri's four decade-long association with the ground as a player, commentator and head coach.

Tim Wigmore is a sports writer for The Daily Telegraph and has also written for The Economist, The New York Times, ESPN Cricinfo, and The New Statesman, among others. We sat down to discuss his latest book - Test Cricket - A History, which is his most fascinating book yet. There is a unique mix of history, context, aesthetics, race & class which another writer could have easily papered over. Tim excels in his ability to weave stories across centuries with this one and making the history of the game we love not as overwhelming.We discuss the following -1. Legitimacy of Test Matches early on2. Fast Bowling Quartet3. Decline in Spin bowling4. Overperformance of Captains while they are Captains5. Resilience of Test Playing Nations to play after long gaps6. Role of Amateurs and Professionals in Cricket's long history7. Moral Victories8. Lovely references on Aesthetics of batting in the book9. Non-development of the women's game10. 4 Day tests and restructuring of the WTCYou can buy Test Cricket - A History from pretty much every good bookstore across Cricket playing nations along with Amazon as well.Buy the Book - Test Cricket - A HistoryAmazon USAmazon UKAmazon IndiaCrickonomics: The Anatomy of Modern Cricket:Amazon USAmazon UKAmazon IndiaCricket 2.0: Inside the T20 RevolutionAmazon USAmazon UK Amazon IndiaThe Best: How Elite Athletes are MadeAmazon USAmazon UKAmazon IndiaWhite Hot: The Inside Story of England Cricket's Double World ChampionsAmazon USAmazon UK Amazon India Second XI: Cricket In Its OutpostsAmazon US Amazon UK Amazon India In our previous chat with Tim, we had asked him for Book Recommendations. Those are below.Pundits from Pakistan by Rahul BhattacharyaBeyond a Boundary by CLR JamesThe Unquiet Ones by Osman SamiuddinDifferent Class Duncan Stone

Tshidi Madia, standing in for Clement Manyathela, speaks to the listeners about the Proteas celebrate their thrilling Test cricket victory, Liam Jacobs makes headlines with his shock departure from the Democratic Alliance to the Patriotic Alliance, and a special tribute to Youth Day, honouring the courageous students who took a stand on June 16, 1976. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a jam-packed episode, it's Gemini season, and the birthday boys are serving up humble pie after South Africa's stunning triumph in the World Test Championship Final. Ed and Corbin break down how the Proteas dismantled Australia at Lord's - tactically, emotionally and symbolically.

talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman speaks with England's leading wicket-taker in Test Cricket, Jimmy Anderson, about a whole host of topics ahead of England's five-match Test series against India, which overseas listeners can hear on the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel. They discuss what it's like bowling to both Virat Kohli & Sachin Tendulkar, recall some stories from inside the dressing room over the years & debate why England perhaps don't value the World Test Championship as much as other nations. They also preview the upcoming five-Test series, and discuss the next generation of England bowlers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Mann is joined by author and cricket journalist Tim Wigmore, BBC sport writer Tim Abraham and lead commentator Jonathan Agnew to reflect on how Test Cricket has evolved and what the future could look like. They debate the calendar, competition of other formats and the influence that India have on the game. Plus the team assess the financial situation on the viability of the game.

The World Test Championship final is heading for quite the finish. As we sit, South Africa needs 69 runs to get their hands on the Mace, still the coolest trophy in sport. This means the game will actually get to day 4, a triumph in itself after the first two days where wickets tumbled with T20-like regularity, the game devolving into a war of attrition. It's as if the players didn't want to be there, and it's easy enough to understand why. In the brave new world of T20 franchise baboonery —the money-soaked technicolour chimpanzees' tea party circus masquerading as cricket— test cricket is increasingly becoming a side show, a curious look back to the days where patience was a virtue. Although most players will run with the line that it is a true test and the pinnacle of the sport, this archaic 5-day concept is growing more and more difficult to justify. Hard core cricket fans will never turn their backs on the glory of the old school, so the long game will always have its place. But as the years tick by, the nature of the diminished human attention span, coupled with the financial and calendar-based stresses of keeping 5-day exchanges afloat, the game will slowly fade. The new generation of cricketers, with the avalanche of money and lack of hugely demanding physical and mental exertion T20 offers, could hardly be blamed for focusing their talents anywhere but the shortest form. The WTC, although a laudable concept, still needs to work to hold the attention of fans. A pertinent first move would be to base the final in the top qualifier's backyard. The detached energy of the bemused Lords spectators suggests that they're there because they're members, there for the experience, not because the care about the final result. As a lover of the long game, I hope that the WTC will remain and as time passes, the ICC will develop the series to bring the best of the exchanges to the fore. But with the demands placed on a time poor populace, the obscene money available to the players for little or no effort, and the wholly insignificant nature of the results of franchise T20 exchanges, hope might be all us old fellas have. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alison Mitchell and Jim Maxwell are at Lord's for the World Test Championship Final between Australia and South Africa. They are joined by Charu Sharma in India to delve into Test cricket's past, present and future. We hear about the history of the format, the challenges faced and what we can learn from its past with cricket journalist Tim Wigmore who has written a book called Test Cricket: A History. We assess where Test cricket is at now focusing on Australia and South Africa and hear from two legends who have been inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame. Former Australia opener Matthew Hayden and former South Africa captain Graeme Smith speak to Alison Mitchell about if they believe Test cricket is in danger. Plus, the team debate what needs to be done to save Test cricket and how will it look in the future.Photo: A general view as members look on from the Pavilion during match play of the first South Africa innings on Day One of the ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 between South Africa and Australia at Lord's Cricket Ground on June 11, 2025 in London, England. (Credit: ICC via Getty Images)

- Get NordVPN with a special discount - https://nordvpn.com/kimber- The Best Cricket Stories - Daily! - https://bestofcricket.substack.com/- Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code 'goodareas' at checkout. Download Saily app or go to:https://saily.com/goodareas-In this episode of the KimAppa Show, Jarrod and Robin delve into the upcoming Test cricket season, focusing on the World Test Championship Final between Australia and South Africa, followed by India's 5-match Test series against England. With Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma retiring from Test cricket, the Indian squad has undergone significant changes. Shubman Gill steps in as the new captain, leading a team that blends youth and experience. The absence of Kohli and Rohit raises questions about the new playing XI and the strategies India might employ in the English conditions. Join us as we analyze these developments and what they mean for the future of Indian Test cricket.-Check out Jarrod's new book The Art of Batting - https://linktr.ee/TheArtofBattingJarrodKimberTo support the podcast please go to our Patreon page. https://www.patreon.com/user?u=32090121. Jarrod also now has a Buy Me A Coffee link, for those who would prefer to support the shows there: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jarrodkimber.Each week, Jarrod Kimber hosts a live talk show on a Youtube live stream, where you can pop in and ask Jarrod a question live on air. Find Jarrod on Youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JarrodKimberYT.To check out my video podcasts on Youtube : https://youtube.com/@JarrodKimberPodcasts-This podcast is edited and mixed by Ishit Kuberkar, he's at https://instagram.com/soundpotionstudio & https://twitter.com/ishitkMukunda Bandreddi is in charge of our video side.

Amy Maciver is joined by CapeTalk presenter, John Maytham for a cross over from London to reflect on Cowboy Carter, test cricket and so much more! Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ICC World Test Championship Final has began at Lords.Australia v South Africa. Kitch and Neeil previewed the game and looked at whether moving the series to different countries would help ensure the future of Test Cricket. Instagram: Kitch/.Instagram: Neeil/.Instagram: Producer Pranav/.Instagram: Producer Errol/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vernon Philander, former Proteas seamer and Lord’s honours board inductee, speaks to Lester Kiewit about what South Africa needs to nail in the ICC World Test Championship Final against Australia at Lord’s from June 11. He breaks down his thoughts on the match conditions, the tough challenge ahead, and shares his personal insights on what it takes to secure a win at this historic venue. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teddy and Corbin preview the biggest red-ball showdown of the year (until the Ashes) - Australia vs South Africa at Lord's.They dive into all the key questions: What will the Aussie XI look like? Will Marnus make the cut? How will the English weather play a role? And of course - who's taking home the WTC mace?Get ready for the ultimate cricket chat ahead of the WTC Final, and don't forget: from Wednesday June 11 at 7:30pm AEST, you can hear every ball live and ad-free on the ABC listen app.

Jarrod Kimber and Daily Telegraph cricket writer and author Tim Wigmore talk about the publication of Tim's new book 'Test Cricket: A History' which describes the complete history of cricket's longest format from its inception through to the current day.If you like what you hear please take the time to leave a 5 star review on the podcast page and follow @cricket_ts on X/Twitter. For even more content head over to the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel and hit subscribe.https://www.youtube.com/@talkSPORTCricket hit subscribe.Thanks for listening to Following On. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As a new-look Team India gets ready to take on England away from home, our guest Rajdeep Sardesai takes us back to 1971 when India registered their first series win over England. The year, however, began with another special series win in the West Indies, where a young Sunil Gavaskar combined with a veteran Dilip Sardesai to give India a new self-belief.Hear the veteran journalist roll back time with stories from 1971 in this episode of A Century ofStories: Cricket podcast presented by IDFC FIRST Bank.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With just over a week to go until the World Test Championship Final against South Africa, excitement is building and so are the questions. What will the Aussie line-up look like? What should it look like? And could this be Steve Smith's final outing in the baggy green?Plus, we dive deep into the fiery stadium debate brewing in Tasmania.

Tim Southee has started his post-playing career, signing on to be a skills consultant for the England cricket team. He's working alongside former captain Brendon McCullum. Piney caught up with Southee to see how the new gig is going. “It's a different kind of buzz you get to when you're playing, but it's certainly, certainly a nice feeling when you when you work with someone and you see them go out and do well.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the race to succeed outgoing Black Caps coach Gary Stead narrows down to the final candidates, it's one name that was missing from the interview sheet that's sparked intrigue. Newstalk ZB understands former New Zealand batter and multiple domestic championship-winning coach Peter Fulton failed to get a hearing. The host of The Bounce podcast, Dylan Cleaver told Jason Pine that Fulton ticked all the boxes to at least get an interview after his success with Canterbury. He and Piney broke down Stead's legacy as coach and who may wind up with the role now. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

IPL 2025 Playoff Predictions - Kohli's RCB, MI firing & Who wins the title? | Cricket Today Show, Tuesday May 27 - Episode 142 Cricket Today talk on all of the IPL 2025 biggest Playoff talking points with Punjab and RCB fighting for top spot, Shubman Gill dominating and Arshdeep Singh to continue his form for PBKS! The panel full of banter talks up Josh Inglis in an Aussie Watch segment, as well as full predictions for who wins the playoffs and playoff MVP! Cricket Today panelists Liam 'Stats Guy' McAllion and Leo Mullaly talk all things T20 for the 2025 IPL Playoffs! Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:00 IPL Playoff Breakdown 13:13 Aussie Watch 16:04 Title Predictions 17:35 Playoff MVP 19:05 Outro

England and Zimbabwe faced off in a one-off Test that went exactly how you'd expect - a lopsided English run-fest.Teddy and Corbin dissect the Test, and ask the big question: is there anything we can take from this ahead of the Ashes? Plus, a deep dive into how the Aussies are faring in the County circuit. Who's firing, who's flopping, and is Marnus Labuschagne running out of luck?

The BBC's Chief Cricket Commentator Jonathan Agnew is alongside Chief Cricket Reporter Stephan Shemilt to look ahead to England's first Test of the summer against Zimbabwe at Trent Bridge.How will captain Ben Stokes approach the game after recovering from hamstring surgery in January? What is bowler Sam Cook thinking ahead of his debut? And Zimbabwe's 6ft8 bowler Blessing Muzarabani tells Stephan about his journey to professional cricket.

Here is the video version of the podcast chat with @WG_RumblePants, who looks forward to s summer Test cricket. You also get to see his magnificent retro England shirt!

On 15 March 1877 play began between England and Australia in Melbourne. So began an extraordinary tradition of the finest form of sport: the Test Match. An incredible innovation that involved two teams playing cricket for up to nine days in one case, it is unique in sporting contests. However Test Cricket is bound up by Empire, class and race. Great teams have been barred from competing, and there have been moments of high controversy including Bodyline and the D 'Oliveira Affair. One thing remains constant: the England batting collapse. Joining today is cricket writer Tim Wigmore, journalist at the Telegraph and author of a wonderful new book, Test Cricket: A History. He joins to discuss all the above and more. Tim Wigmore Links Test Cricket: A History Aspects of History Links Ollie on X Aspects of History on Instagram Get in touch: history@aspectsofhistory.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this podcast, Kushal and Aadit talk about the retirement of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. They discuss their legacy and also talk about the breaking news about India deciding to pull Out Of 2025 Men's Asia Cup. Follow them: Twitter: @ask0704 #ipl2025 #kohli #rcb #rohitsharma #mumbaiindians #BCCI #AsiaCup #PakistanCricket ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

The World Test Championship final is coming, and we want you ready and locked in cricket nerds. Teddy and Corbin break down the Aussie squad and pick their ideal XI. Who opens? Where does Cameron Green fit? What's next for pod favourite Sammy K? 

Menners is joined by Tim Wigmore to talk about his fantastic new book: Test Cricket: A History You can get the book from here: https://t.co/VGPAYAzDtt Get the inserted AD's FREE VERSION of the show on our Patreon Page Subscribe to our YouTube page for live streams: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk7koDKpKxe0e3yC7NXQx6Q Linktree for listening on podcast apps and finding us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cricketunfiltered Show twitter: https://twitter.com/auscricketpod Menners on twitter:  https://twitter.com/amenners TIKTOK: @cricketunfiltered Sponsorship enquiries for host read ads: andrew@piccolopodcasts.com.au Email the show your cricket takes: cricketunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com Piccolo Podcasts: https://piccolopodcasts.com.au/ Founder Andrew Menczel. The first episode aired August 2013.  It is a multi award-winning podcast team, the show has featured 15 Australian captains and some of the greatest legends of cricket and an episode is archived in the Australian National Film and Sound Archive. Menners is an accredited cricket journalist and commentator and his interview with Alex Blackwell won a Cricket NSW Media Award. The show was the first ever regular weekly Australian cricket podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the show, Binksy, Jamie, Baldy and Stu discuss an eventful week, which saw the return of the IPL but not all its players, the Test cricket retirements of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, squad news galore and some potential candidates emerge for the Black Caps coaching role. We start by talking about the IPL's resumption and the players such as Jos Buttler and Mitchell Starc who have decided not to return or will need to depart for the playoff stages as the international calendar fills up again. Does previous form go out the window? And how will teams manage the disruption? Next we discuss the Test Cricket retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Was it the right time? What legacy have they left? How will they be remembered? Who will replace them? And does their departure put Test cricket in danger? We round out the show by bouncing around a couple of upcoming Test matches - England's first match of the summer, against Zimbabwe, and the World Test Championship Final between Australia and South Africa - as well as the latest reports emerging about the Black Caps' coaching search. We'll be back in your feed next week with more cricket news as the IPL playoff picture takes shape and England take on Zimbabwe. Until then please take the time to give us a like, follow, share or subscribe on all our channels (@toporderpod on Twitter & Facebook, and @thetoporderpodcast on Instagram & YouTube) and a (5-Star!) review at your favourite podcast provider, or tell a friend to download. It really helps others find the show and is the best thing you can do to support us. You can also find all our written content, including our Hall of Fame series, at our website. You can also dip back into our guest episodes - including conversations with Mike Hesson, Shane Bond and Mike Hussey, current players such as Matt Henry, Sophie Devine and Ish Sodhi, coaches Gary Stead, Jeetan Patel and Luke Wright, as well as Barry Richards, Frankie Mackay, Bharat Sundaresan and many more fascinating people from all across the cricketing world. And if you'd like to reach out to us with feedback, questions or guest suggestions, get in touch at thetoporderpodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening. 0:00 Intro 1:20 IPL resumption - player ins & outs & disruption 17:10 Rohit Sharma & Virat Kohli retire from Tests 20:45 Did they step away at the right time? 26:55 Legacy/How will they be remembered? 33:50 Who replaces them in the Test XI? 37:05 Is this a danger for Test cricket? 40:05 England v Zimbabwe 53:20 Australia & South Africa squads for WTC Final 1:02:45 Black Caps coaching search Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Virat Kohli has announced his shock retirement from Test cricket, just 770 runs short of the coveted 10,000-run mark. Despite the BCCI's efforts to convince him to stay for the upcoming England tour, Kohli decided the time was right to step away. Known for his fiery passion and unrelenting drive, Kohli's Test legacy remains unmatched. But with his departure, the big question looms: Who will captain India in the red-ball format? Jasprit Bumrah or Shubman Gill? In this episode, Akshay Ramesh, Saurabh Kumar, and Alan Jose break down Kohli's decision, his legacy, and what lies ahead for Indian Test cricket. Don't miss this crucial conversation. Tune in! Produced by Prateek Lidhoo Sound mix by Suraj Singh

Alison Mitchell, Jim Maxwell and Charu Sharmu speak to former India Test opener, Abhinav Mukund, about Virat Kohli's impact on Test cricket following his shock retirement. Abhinav and Kohli made their Test debuts together in 2011. We look at Kohli's legacy on the longer form of the game and ask what his stepping down means for India and Test cricket as a whole? We also discuss the return of the IPL and how the new schedule may affect players and series' going forward.IMAGE: India's Virat Kohli gestures towards his wife Anushka Sharma in the stands as he celebrates reaching his century (100 runs) during day three of the first Test cricket match between Australia and India at Optus Stadium in Perth on November 24, 2024. (Photo by SAEED KHAN / AFP via Getty Images)

On this week's podcast episode, Ashwin and DJ get together to reminisce on the magnificent Test Cricket career of the great Virat Kohli as he announced his retirement. They talk through his impact on Indian Cricket, his choices as captain that defined his career and some of his greatest test innings.

Virat Kohli's recent retirement from Test cricket marks a significant turning point in Indian cricket, and we delve into the implications of his abrupt departure from the format. In this episode, we analyze the context surrounding Kohli's departure alongside that of Rohit Sharma, both of whom have been stalwarts in the Indian Test lineup. We explore Kohli's illustrious career, the impact of his performances, and the evolving dynamics within the team as younger players are poised to step into his shoes. The discussion further extends to the future of Indian Test cricket, as we contemplate the challenges and opportunities ahead in the wake of Kohli and Rohit's retirement. Join us as we reflect on Kohli's legacy and the broader ramifications for Indian cricket.

Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to dissect the latest England white-ball squads named for the ODI and T20 series against the West Indies, with Liam Dawson returning to the England setup for the first time since 2022. Lahore Qalanders all-rounder David Wiese reflects on his experiences of leaving Pakistan & explains why he won't be returning to the country for this season. Indian Cricket Writer Sharda Ugra reflects on the retirements of both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, and talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman joins us for a special announcement! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Virat Kohli might have had a tumultuous relationship with Australian cricket fans but the Indian champion transformed his own nation as Test force and elevated the red ball format globally in the process. Once the face of 'New India' he's now old enough to have retired from Test cricket and we unpack the way he altered the sport. Featured: Prakash Wakankar, cricket writer and broadcaster. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Virat Kohli has walked away from Test cricket — so what does it mean for India and the future of the red-ball game? Mark Chapman is joined by Steven Finn, Deep Dasgupta, and Lawrence Booth to break down Kohli's iconic career, his lasting legacy, and who could possibly fill his shoes. They also dive into the political tensions affecting the IPL and PSL — and what this shifting power balance means for global cricket.

We belatedly celebrate JB's birthday, then a croaky-voiced Billy kicks into the All Sports Report. Damian Barrett is in studio with his positives and negatives from round 9 - and he's not making friends out of either JB or Billy. Todd from Barwon Heads invades the Monday Brag Artist to give Billy a serve about the Cats, Virat Kohli retires from Test Cricket, and Billy runs through his top 5 moments from the weekend of footy. Mark Ricciuto calls in to celebrate the Crows winning Showdown 57, and Billy has a tried and tested joke to close the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

IPL or exit row?As tensions flare on the India-Pakistan border and airspace closures disrupt international travel, Australian cricketers face a high-stakes decision: return to the IPL or stay home?In this ep, we unpack the complex web of safety concerns, financial pressures, career risks, and personal responsibilities that players are grappling with.

Featuring in this episode are: Aditya Joshi (Team Sports Katta) https://x.com/aditya1387 Amol Karhadkar (Deputy Editor, The Hindu) https://x.com/karhacter What prompted Virat Kohli to announce his retirement in Test cricket less than a week since Rohit Sharma did so? Does it mean the duo was forced to call time on their glorious Test career? Will Kohli be remembered as India's greatest Test batter? Will the void be filled during the forthcoming Test series in England? Who are the frontrunners to replace Kohli and Rohit? Is the Indian Premier League resuming later this week? And should Yashasvi Jaiswal be accepted again in Mumbai cricket? Let's discuss in Weekly Katta विराट कोहली आणि रोहित शर्मा युगाचा कसोटी क्रिकेटमधील अंत एकाच आठवड्यात व्हावा यामागे नक्की काय कारणं आहेत? या दोघांना निवृत्त होण्यास भाग पाडलं गेलं? त्यांची कमी भारतीय क्रिकेटमध्ये कोण भरून काढणार? IPL कधी सुरु होणार? आणि यशस्वी जयस्वालची मुंबईमध्ये 'घर वापसी' व्हायला हवी? आमचं मत बघा आणि तुमचं सांगा Team: Aditya Joshi Tanishq Mohite Riddhi Vaze Soham Kurulkar Amol Gokhale Intern: Poorva Shigwan _______________________________________________________ Please Like, Share, and Comment if you like this video. Do not forget to Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRZQ320l8c9wiYpuKjPxk1Q/join Follow us on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SportsKattaMarathi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sportskattamarathi Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SportsKattaMarathi Twitter: https://twitter.com/Sports_Katta For enquiries and collaborations: barachkaahi@gmail.com _______________________________________________________ #sportskatta #sportskattamarathi #marathi #marathipodcast #viratretirement #rohitretirement

Michael and Nasser are joined by author and journalist Tim Wigmore on this week's episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast.They discuss how cricket is being affected by the ongoing tensions in India and Pakistan, and chat about Rohit Sharma's decision to retire from Test cricket.Plus, Tim tells us about his now book, "Test Cricket - A History" and picks out some of the most significant teams and players the sport has ever seen.Watch every episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast on YouTube here: Sky Sports Cricket Podcast on YouTubeListen to every episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast here: skysports.com/sky-sports-cricket-podcastYou can listen to the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Sky Sports Cricket Podcast".Join in the debate on Twitter @SkyCricket.For all the latest Cricket news, head to skysports.com/cricketFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Prime Minister Narendra Modi underlined a paradigm shift in India's relationship with Pakistan on Monday, Trade didn't figure at all in recent discussions between top US and Indian leaders on the India-Pakistan crisis, After two days of high-stakes talks in Switzerland, trade negotiators from China and the United States on Monday announced a massive de-escalation in tariffs, Virat Kohli, the former India captain, has announced his retirement from Test cricket with just a little over a month to go before the England tour, After months of swirling rumours, NFL star Stefon Diggs and rapper Cardi B have confirmed their relationship with a headline-making courtside appearance at Monday night's New York Knicks game.

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Over the years, Tim Wigmore has penned several superb books, and this might be his best yet. Joining Daniel Norcross at lunch during a recent Surrey game, he sat down to discuss the book he wrote because it is the one he would like to read – always a good place to start. From Test cricket's conception, he maps the lot: scarcity and status, empire to expansion, racism and rivalries, existential angst to equipment. It's underpinned by extensive interviews with some of the greatest to have ever done it, exploring the intrigue of a form of the game that we hold so dear yet would not emerge if it were invented today. Well done, Wiggo. Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at ⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/thefinalword⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Test Cricket, A History here. Tickets for our Wormsley match, August 18: ⁠⁠⁠⁠uk.emma-live.com/WormsleyFinal2025⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to Wisden and never pay full price for the Almanack again: ⁠⁠www.wisdenalmanack.com/subscribe⁠⁠ Get your big NordVPN discount: ⁠⁠⁠⁠nordvpn.com/tfw⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sort out expat finances with Odin Mortgage & Tax: ⁠⁠⁠⁠odinmortgage.com/partner/the-final-word⁠⁠⁠⁠ Maurice Blackburn Lawyers - fighting for the rights of workers since 1919: ⁠⁠⁠⁠mauriceblackburn.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get 10% off Glenn Maxwell's sunnies: ⁠⁠⁠⁠t20vision.com/FINALWORD⁠⁠⁠⁠ Save more, earn more—up to 4.48% AER (variable). Interest rates are tiered, with the top rate for balances over £1M. Each tiered rate applies to the portion within that range. New members get these rates free for 6 months; after that, your Tide plan's rates apply. For full offer T&Cs visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tide.co/savings⁠⁠⁠⁠ Claim £100 cash back (on a £5k deposit) at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tide.co/offers/tfw⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find previous episodes at ⁠⁠⁠⁠finalwordcricket.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Title track by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Urthboy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Teddy and Corbin discuss the news surrounding Kagiso Rabada, who is currently serving a “provisional suspension” after admitting to a positive test for a recreational drug.What does this mean for the World Test Championship?Speaking of the WTC, let's get the team chat started early! Who will open the batting for the Aussies? Will Cam Green play? Is Marcus Harris back in the mix?We also find a lot of time to revel in the arrival of 14-year-old Indian Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who smashed the second-fastest IPL century of all time this week. 

Tim Wigmore and Cameron Ponsonby join Yas Rana to talk about Vaibhav Suryavanshi's record-breaking innings, the latest from the County Championship, Tim's new book on the history of Test cricket, potential IPL expansion and more. Mark Butcher also joins the show to discuss England's Test squad to face Zimbabwe, released on Friday. 0:00 Remitly / 0:48 Intro / 1:28 Patreon / 2:05 Mark Butcher on England's Test squad / 16:46 Gullivers Sports Travel / 17:08 Vaibhav Suryavanshi / 24:37 England / 31:54 Josh Tongue / 34:36 Farhan Ahmed / 38:50 County Championship / 48:11 Test Cricket: A History, by Tim Wigmore / 1:10:02 Total Play Ltd / 1:22:22 Sam Curran / 1:23:45 IPL expansion / 1:31:46 Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe / 1:33:37 Outro -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

One of the founding philosophies of the BCCI has been to effectively control the game in India. The IPL has dented that control.  

Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to react to the news that Nat Sciver-Brunt has been appointed the new England Women's captain. They also look back at another round of County Championship action, and debate if Josh Tongue is in pole position to play Test Cricket for England this summer after his 5-fer helped Nottinghamshire beat Sussex to go top of Division One. The former Zimbabwe fast bowler Ed Rainsford looks back at their historic Test win over Bangladesh, and discusses how they are shaping up ahead of facing England next month. They also hear from New Zealand Cricket CEO Scott Weenick after they partnered with MLC, becoming the first ICC full member nation to form a partnership with a franchise competition, and ESPNCricinfo's Assistant Editor Matt Roller discusses reports the IPL schedule could be extended to 94 games from 2028. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Big moves are brewing in American cricket!New Zealand Cricket makes history, becoming the first national board to invest in an overseas T20 league, teaming up with Major League Cricket for a brand-new franchise in 2027.What could this mean for MLC's future - and for cricket's big moment at the LA Olympics?Plus, we dive into all the latest IPL drama, including Glenn Maxwell getting dropped after Virender Sehwag's suggestion that the Big Show was treating the tournament like a ‘holiday'.

Simon Hughes and Simon Mann are joined by Daily Telegraph cricket writer and author Tim Wigmore to discuss the backstory, the current state and the future prosperity of the Test format as examined in Tim's new book Test Cricket: A History. The conversation ranges from the origins of the Test match idea, with just three countries involved, how it expanded, chronicling key matches, turning points and characters, how the great 1970s West Indies and 1990s Australia were formed, and why Australia are consistently so much better than everyone else. Finally we consider if India can dominate in the same way and how the Test format can survive and prosper. To buy Tim's book visit https://amzn.eu/d/1Qrtofk To enter our free competition for Lord's Test tickets subscribe to THE CRICVERSE at https://cricverse.substack.com/p/county-crickets-saviour?r=lo2wd CHAPTERS - 00:00 The Brutality of Test Cricket 01:40 Exploring the History of Test Cricket 04:34 The Evolution of Test Match Selection 07:22 The Global Expansion of Test Cricket 10:40 Key Moments and Shifts in Test Cricket 13:18 The Impact of Prejudice in Team Selection 16:17 The Competitive Landscape of Test Cricket 19:11 Looking Ahead: The Future of Test Cricket 21:05 Cricket's Golden Age: A Historical Perspective 23:55 The Evolution of Test Cricket and Key Matches 28:24 The Rise of India in Test Cricket 32:05 Australia's Dominance and Cultural Impact on Cricket 34:47 The Future of Test Cricket: Challenges and Opportunities 41:39 Preserving Test Cricket in a Changing Landscape Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Corbin and Ed reflect on the recent retirement of Will Pucovski - a prodigious talent whose career was marred by repeated concussions.His story sparks a timely discussion about the challenges of facing the short ball in modern cricket and whether helmet technology has truly progressed to protect players adequately. Are we doing enough? What lessons can the sport take from Pucovski's journey, and how can cricket evolve to better safeguard its athletes? 

Teddy and Corbin break down Cricket Australia's freshly announced 23-man contract list—with some predictable inclusions and surprise omissions.Who's in, who's out, and what does it all mean for the future of the Aussie side?The lads also dive into the latest from the IPL and County cricket, and we tackle the complexities of the WCA's new Global Game Structure Report.

After 29 long years, South Australia has claimed the Sheffield Shield, pulling off a record-breaking run chase in the final to defeat Queensland by four wickets.This historic victory deserves a deep dive, and that's exactly what we're bringing you.Join us as we break down the match, celebrate the key moments, and revel in the glory of this long-awaited triumph.Drink it in, Croweaters - this one's for you!