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Katya Witney speaks to Lauren Bell about her hugely successful time winning the WPL with RCB this month, before discussing the make up of Australia's T20 side & the retirement of Tash Farrant with Lauren Winfield-Hill. 0:56 Intro/4:06 Lauren Bell on WPL & social media/27:57 Annabel Sutherland/33:47 Australia bowling options/37:23 Australia World Cup prep/39:07 Fatima Sana/41:13 Tash Farrant retirement The Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to triple the number of girls' cricket teams by breaking down barriers and creating supportive and inclusive spaces. Help transform the game, head to https://www.metrobankonline.co.uk/cricket/ to champion the future of girls' cricket. https://booking.ecb.co.uk/event/ed84bbd2-4cd2-4c2e-8c5c-5f683a36f478/summary

Wrapping up the WPL and we also check in with the WNCL. Bilateral series all over the joint, we preview them all, Email us at jwoodwardqld@gmail.com

Alison Mitchell, Jim Maxwell and Sunil Gupta all build up to the biggest and most lucrative match in cricket. Pakistan against India at the T20 World Cup will go ahead after the Pakistan government ended its order for a boycott.We'll also reflect on one of the most memorable matches in T20 World Cup history. South Africa edged past Afghanistan after not one but two dramatic super overs in Ahmedabad. South Africa spinner Keshav Maharaj joins us on the programme to talk us through the drama which saw Keshav take two wickets in the super over.We also hear from bowler Sayali Satghare who went unsold at the Women's Premier League auction but ended up winning the WPL with Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Picture: India v Pakistan - Asia Cup FinalDubai, United Arab Emirates - September 28: Tilak Varma of India bats during the Asia Cup Final match between India and Pakistan at Dubai International Stadium on September 28, 2025 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images).

Katya Witney & Lauren Winfield-Hill speak to Australia's Lucy Hamilton about her first season in the WPL, getting a Test call-up and playing the WNCL aged 15. 0:56 Intro/1:36 WPL/9:46 Test call up/13:46 Turning pro and social life/24:16 When Lauren first met Lucy/27:06 Influences growing up/30:56 Quickfire questions ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to triple the number of girls' cricket teams by breaking down barriers and creating supportive and inclusive spaces. Help transform the game, head to https://www.metrobankonline.co.uk/cricket/ to champion the future of girls' cricket. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Welcome to another episode of the ACP! We are happy to welcome back a friend of the show, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chetan. Games Covered WWC 2026: 1st day's games. U19 WC: Finals. WPL 2026: RCB chase down a record total to win back to back titles. Other news WC T20: PCB invokes the ‘Force Majure' clause for not playing IND, ICC CEO to meet with them. WC T20: Josh Hazlewood ruled out for AUS, no immediate replacements named. ______________________________________________________________________________ Listen to us and get in touch: On ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ On ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ On ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podbean⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ On ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pocket Casts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ On ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RadioPublic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠E-mail⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please do subscribe to our podcast and let us know what you think in the comments section of the podcasting app, via mail or on social media. Leave us a 5-star rating on any platform or app (like apple podcasts) you use to listen to us. Thanks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week:Lauren Bell wins #WPL for RCB & for specialist bowlers everywhere!Is it time to expand WPL & if so… how?Lanning heads to LancsIt's the Super-Scriv-SmashWhy Sussex's special measures are a blow to gender equality

We have a star studded line up for this! Richa is joined by Tarutr Malhota from Best of Cricket StoriesNeha Shetty from Never on the Backfoot PodcastPraatibh from Cricket by JBShayan Ahmad Khan from CommboxWe discuss RCB's win (some of us still can't believe it), talk about each team and even crown Sophie Devine as Falguni Pathak, worry about UP-W, wonder what went wrong with MI-W and end with some fun awards and a draft of the team of WPL 2026 which includes an uncapped player in this edition.

Katya Witney & Lauren Winfield-Hill react to a high-scoring thriller of a WPL final before Katya speaks to Netherlands captain Babette De Leede on her team's qualification for their first ever T20 World Cup. 0:50 Intro/02:06 WPL Final/05:53 Delhi Capitals/08:45 Recovering from WPL final loss/11:55 Lauren Bell/18:44 Social media in women's game/23:32 WPL development this year/26:27 Captain De Leede on leading Netherlands to first ever T20 World Cup The Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to triple the number of girls' cricket teams by breaking down barriers and creating supportive and inclusive spaces. Help transform the game, head to https://www.metrobankonline.co.uk/cri... to champion the future of girls' cricket.

RCB are 2026 WPL Champions! Smriti Mandhana leads from the front as RCB secure their 2nd WPL title and 3rd franchise championship. In this super short episode, Nikki and Melissa break down highlights from the exciting final, key moments ad players as well as discuss what this win means for women's cricket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From the Oman v Denmark series to the WPL final, we look at some of the biggest and smallest stories in women's cricket this week. We'll be back next week but in the meantime, our Instagram & TikTok is @noughtiechildpodcast and our Bluesky is @00Child Podcast so drop us a follow to stay up to date!

लोकसभा में राष्ट्रपति के अभिभाषण पर धन्यवाद प्रस्ताव हंगामे के बीच पास, राज्यसभा में प्रधानमंत्री मोदी ने कांग्रेस पर तीखा हमला बोला,विदेश मंत्री एस. जयशंकर ने कहा कि भारत-अमेरिका ट्रेड डील अंतिम चरण में, मेघालय की कोयला खदान में धमाके से 16 मजदूरों की मौत, हिमंत सरमा ने कांग्रेस नेता के परिवार पर गंभीर आरोप लगाए, मणिपुर में कुकी-जो काउंसिल ने बीजेपी विधायकों के सामाजिक बहिष्कार का ऐलान किया, रेलवे होली पर 1,500 स्पेशल ट्रेनें चलागा, अभिनेता राजपाल यादव ने तिहाड़ में सरेंडर किया, UPSC प्रीलिम्स 2026 की तारीख घोषित और WPL फाइनल में दिल्ली की मजबूत शुरुआत. सिर्फ 5 मिनट में सुनिए रात 9 बजे तक की बड़ी ख़बरें.

राष्ट्रपति के अभिभाषण का प्रधानमंत्री मोदी आज जवाब देंगे, सुप्रीम कोर्ट ममता बनर्जी की याचिका पर सुनवाई करेगा, जम्मू-कश्मीर के उधमपुर में आतंकियों से मुठभेड़, अयोध्या में संत समाज में सियासी टकराव तेज़, गाजियाबाद में तीन सगी बहनों ने की आत्महत्या, उत्तर भारत में बारिश, ओलावृष्टि और बर्फबारी से जनजीवन प्रभावित, एस. जयशंकर ने अमेरिका में ट्रेड डील पर बातचीत की, आरबीआई की मौद्रिक नीति बैठक आज से शुरू, अरब सागर में अमेरिकी सेना ने ईरानी ड्रोन मार गिराया और WPL एलिमिनेटर में दिल्ली कैपिटल्स ने गुजरात जायंट्स को हराया, सिर्फ़ 5 मिनट में सुनिए सुबह 10 बजे तक की बड़ी ख़बरें.

Nikki and Melissa get together to break down all the big talking points this week - Australia's new captaincy era as Alyssa Healy prepares to step down and retire from international cricket after the India series, the thrill of the WPL playoffs (will Delhi Capitals finally cross the line?), and whether we're seriously overdoing it with AI on social media. Plus, an important off-field dilemma: if your Hinge date asks you to sidearm them… what's the correct response? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley discuss Sciver-Brunt scoring the first ever century in the WPL for Mumbai Indians. Plus, who makes it in to their dream dinner party line-up, who's qualified for the Women's World Cup, and what gave Crossy the ick during the episode?

उत्तर प्रदेश के महोबा में बीजेपी विधायक और कैबिनेट मंत्री के बीच हुई नोकझोंक, सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने स्कूलों में फ्री सैनिटरी पैड व जेंडर-सेग्रिगेटेड वॉशरूम अनिवार्य किए, आनंदपुर आग में 21 लोगों की मौत के बाद पीएम मोदी ने राहत राशि की घोषणा की, मुंबई में KRK को जमानत मिली, सोने-चांदी की कीमतें गिरीं, ज़ुबीन गार्ग मौत मामले में तीन आरोपियों की जमानत खारिज, मिड-डे मील से 14 छात्र बीमार, अमेरिकी नौसेना का डेस्टॉयर जहाज इज़रायल पहुंचा और इज़राइल 1 फरवरी से गाज़ा का रफाह बॉर्डर खोलेगा। WPL में मुंबई इंडियंस और गुजरात जायंट्स का मुकाबला आज. सिर्फ 5 मिनट में सुनिए शाम 7 बजे तक की बड़ी ख़बरें.

महात्मा गांधी को किस-किसने दी श्रद्धांजलि, एनसीपी ने अजित पवार के पास रहे अहम मंत्रालयों पर दावा ठोका, कांग्रेस-डीएमके के बीच गठबंधन की पुष्टि, अमित शाह असम दौरे पर, जम्मू-कश्मीर के केरन सेक्टर में 15 पाकिस्तानी ड्रोन दिखे, बजट से पहले शेयर बाजार में गिरावट दर्ज, ट्रंप ने कनाडा को टैरिफ की चेतावनी दी, अमेरिका ने ईरानी अधिकारियों पर सख्ती बढ़ाई और WPL में आज मुंबई इंडियंस-गुजरात जायंट्स के बीच मुकाबला, सिर्फ़ 5 मिनट में सुनिए दोपहर 1 बजे तक की बड़ी खबरें

बजट सत्र के तीसरे दिन इकोनॉमिक सर्वे पर चर्चा संभव, अमित शाह दो दिन के दौरे पर असम पहुंचे, बीजेपी के राष्ट्रीय अध्यक्ष नितिन नवीन आज से गोवा दौरे पर, अन्ना हजारे आज करेंगे आमरण अनशन, भारत कल अरब देशों के विदेश मंत्रियों की अहम बैठक की मेज़बानी करेगा, अमेरिकी राष्ट्रपति ट्रंप ने ब्रिटेन-चीन समझौतों को खतरनाक बताते हुए कनाडा को टैरिफ की चेतावनी दी, यूरोपीय यूनियन ने ईरान के 15 अधिकारियों पर प्रतिबंध लगाए और WPL में आज मुंबई इंडियंस का सामना गुजरात जायंट्स से, सिर्फ़ 5 मिनट में सुनिए सुबह 10 बजे तक की बड़ी ख़बरें.

Our dream has come true and the Netherlands have qualified for their first T20 World Cup in England this summer. Bangladesh are also through and we will wait to see who will join them. RCB are through to the WPL final and Australia have a new (surprising) captain.We'll be back next week but in the meantime, our Instagram & TikTok is @noughtiechildpodcast and our Bluesky is @00Child Podcast so drop us a follow to stay up to date!

Katya & Lauren react to Sophie Molineux's surprise appointment as Australia captain, as well as Nat Sciver-Brunt's destructive ton in the WPL. 0:33 Intro/01:23 Lauren on Molineux appointment/04:05 Will Molineux make their best XI?/08:11 Could they have split the captaincies?/10:15 Do Australia have too many leaders?/12:30 Are Australia in transition?/13:45 Other squad news/16:45 WPL news & NSB ton/23:43 Outro ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to triple the number of girls' cricket teams by breaking down barriers and creating supportive and inclusive spaces. Help transform the game, head to https://www.metrobankonline.co.uk/cri... to champion the future of girls' cricket. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

In this pod, we have Nishant, Richa, and MV to discuss the Ashes. We discuss Noosa, the wad of cash, England's lengths, new ball bowling, Mark Wood's audacious plan to drive to Perth, the death of Bazball, and the continued excellence of the boring Aussies. We then move to the WPL where we briefly discuss each team on the table and who are we buying, selling and holding.

This week:WPL week 2: RCB on top, retiring out controversy & Lauren Bell ringsCommentators struggling to keep up with Phoebe Litchfield's innovationsPantomime Villain Alyssa Healy retiresWorld Cup Qualifier: What are Scotland and Ireland's chances?

Today we tackle a big topic that we've mulled over for a while but we thought it was important to discuss women's cricket, Fairbreak and Saudi Arabia. Linked below is Richard's article breaking it all down:https://noughtiechildpodca.wixsite.com/my-site/post/fairbreak-goes-to-saudi-the-ultimate-compromisePlus we speak about the WPL, the Hundred changes and very briefly Alyssa Healy's retirement. We'll be back next week but in the meantime, our Instagram & TikTok is @noughtiechildpodcast and our Bluesky is @00Child Podcast so drop us a follow to stay up to date!

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley speak to Australia and Royal Challengers Bengaluru star Grace Harris. They discuss the scale of fandom around the WPL, opening the batting with India great Smriti Mandhana, and what Australia will miss when Alyssa Healy retires from international duty. Plus, they also play '50 Shades of Grace'.

In this episode, Menners is joined by Damian Watson to unpack a huge week in cricket, starting with the announcement that Alyssa Healy will retire following the upcoming series against India. The discussion reflects on Healy's extraordinary career, leadership, defining innings, and her impact on women's cricket both on and off the field. From there, the conversation turns to the 2025–26 Ashes, analysing the historically short series, standout performers like Mitchell Starc and Travis Head, and what the numbers reveal about England's struggles. The episode also tackles the controversy around pink-ball Tests, England's resistance to day-night cricket, and why fan-first scheduling is critical to the health of the game. Attention then shifts to the Australian Test team's future, with searching discussion around opening combinations, Marnus Labuschagne's form, Cameron Green's role, Alex Carey's place in the order, and how the side should evolve without forcing wholesale change. The show wraps with analysis of the BBL's resurgence, Mitchell Starc's return, overseas imports, the WPL vs WBBL debate, listener feedback from the Ashes, and a worrying proposal that could reshape junior cricket pathways across Australia. (01:20) Alyssa Healy retirement: career highlights, leadership & lasting legacy (09:52) Ashes by the numbers: two-day Tests & record-low balls bowled (15:00) Pink-ball Test controversy & England pushback (21:07) Australian Test team review: openers, Marnus, Green & Carey-at-six (37:01) BBL state of play: crowds, imports & Starc's return (44:25) WPL vs WBBL: growth, money & scheduling crossroads (50:58) Listener mail & Ashes fallout (54:12) Grassroots alarm: Tasmania, ACT & NT pathway concerns Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We've launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show.

Yas and Lauren discuss a crazy opening weekend of the 2026 WPL before Katya chats to England legend Anya Shrubsole. 0:00 Intro / 0:37 Lauren on WPL 2026 / 17:13 Anya Shrubsole interview 54:18 Outro The Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to triple the number of girls' cricket teams by breaking down barriers and creating supportive and inclusive spaces. Help transform the game, head to https://www.metrobankonline.co.uk/cricket/ to champion the future of girls' cricket.

Alyssa Healy, Brad Haddin and Adam Peacock are in and Heals has a huge announcement! We look back at Heals’ best career moments, her favourite knocks, memorable highlights and World Cup wins, plus more. Australia wrapped up the 2025/26 Ashes 4–1 last week, and we do a full series review. Does Australia need to look to the future? What went so wrong for England? Are Baz and Stokes safe? We also run through the best moments of the series and review our predictions in the Ashes awards. Finally, we head to Sundries to look at Virat’s MOTM knock for India, touch on the WPL, and do the rounds of the Big Bash! Send your cricket club cap to Producer Joel at the following address: Joel Harrison 50 Goulburn St, Sydney, NSW, 2000 Follow on Apple, Spotify and the LiSTNR app Watch on YouTube Drop us a message on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

भारत ने ट्रेड डील पर ट्रंप प्रशासन के दावों को खारिज किरते हुए कहा कि समझौता करीब है, पश्चिम बंगाल में TMC सांसदों की हिरासत पर ममता बनर्जी ने केंद्र पर लगाए आरोप, उत्तराखंड में अंकिता भंडारी हत्याकांड की जांच करेगी CBI, बिहार में 71 IPS अफसरों के तबादले हुए, दिल्ली विधानसभा में सीएम रेखा गुप्ता भावुक हुईं, फांसीघर विवाद में केजरीवाल समेत नेता तलब हुए, हिमाचल में बस हादसा, भोपाल में गोमांस बरामद और WPL की शुरुआत. सिर्फ 5 मिनट में सुनिए शाम 7 बजे तक की बड़ी ख़बरें.

पश्चिम बंगाल में TMC ने ED की I-PAC छापेमारी के खिलाफ दिल्ली-कोलकाता तक विरोध प्रदर्शन किया, हाईकोर्ट में सुनवाई 14 जनवरी को, DRDO ने हाइपरसोनिक मिसाइल इंजन का सफल टेस्ट किया, दिल्ली विधानसभा में अतीशी वीडियो विवाद पर स्पीकर ने FIR को गंभीर उल्लंघन बताया, हिमाचल में बस हादसे में 13 मौतें, लखनऊ में धर्मांतरण का आरोपी डॉ. रमीज गिरफ्तार, तुर्कमान गेट पर मलबा हटाने का काम जारी, पीएम मोदी कल से गुजरात दौरे पर, नेस्ले ने बेबी फॉर्मूला उत्पाद वापस मंगाए, ईरान को लेकर ट्रंप का बड़ा बयान, और WPL 2026 का पहला मुकाबला MI और RCB के बीच जारी. सिर्फ 5 मिनट में सुनिए रात 9 बजे तक की बड़ी ख़बरें.

In this episode, MV is joined by Richa and Dave to preview the WPL 2026. We break down the teams, talk about the new money flowing into the game, thank Jay bhai, and decide which food item best represents each franchise. There's also a bold call on why DC could finish last, a completely unnecessary but entertaining detour on whether Meg Lanning will run onto the field to hug Sophie Ecclestone, and an attempt to explain why MI just keep getting everything right.The order of Previews -UPWRCBGGMIDCWe end with a fun quiz because why not?Who is most likely toBreak their bat smashing something?Have a really funny reel?Break a stump?Hit 5 sixes in an over?Yell at the umpire? Yell at their teammates? Yell at the opposition player?Take an awesome boundary catch?

Brad Haddin, Alyssa Healy and Adam Peacock join you to preview the final 2025/26 Ashes Test in Sydney. We look back at Usman’s career, with Hadds and Heals sharing some of their best memories from his time in the game. We also examine the likely Australian squad for Sydney and how the pitch is expected to play. Is Cam Green safe in the side? Will Murphy and/or Webster get a chance? And could we see Usman back at the top of the order? Plus, Travis Head joins us to chat about his favourite Khawaja memory, eating prawns on Christmas, and how this Ashes series has been a friendly affair. We finish with Sundries and chat about the upcoming T20 World Cup squad, the Big Bash, and a few updates from the WPL. Send your cricket club cap to Producer Joel at the following address: Joel Harrison 50 Goulburn St, Sydney, NSW, 2000 Follow on Apple, Spotify and the LiSTNR app Watch on YouTube Drop us a message on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 339 of the Never on the Backfoot Podcast. In this episode, we break down the WPL 2026 Mega Auction with Janani — not just the biggest stories and boldest bids, but how each team actually stacks up heading into the new season.From Deepti Sharma's record signing to the shock of unsold internationals and the surge of new sponsorship money reshaping the league, we unpack the forces driving this auction. Team by team, we assess what each franchise now looks like on paper — Mumbai's continuity-driven core, UP's all-rounder-heavy firepower, RCB's smart rebuild, Delhi's evolution beyond the Lanning era, and Gujarat's high-risk, high-reward balance.Who built the most complete squad? Who left gaps unanswered? And which teams truly nailed their auction strategy? Fast, sharp and packed with insight, this episode is your definitive guide to how WPL 2026 is shaping up. Thank you so much for tuning in to today's episode and for your incredible support. If you haven't already, make sure to hit the follow button and tap the bell icon on Spotify to stay updated with every new episode.Stay connected with us on social media – follow @neveronthebackfoot on Instagram and Threads, and @neverontheback1 on Twitter (now X) for the latest cricket insights, fresh content, and much more throughout this action-packed season.You can also catch the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify for Podcasters, and many other streaming platforms. Plus, Never on the Backfoot is now on YouTube, so don't forget to subscribe for exclusive, in-depth content coming your way.Thanks again for all your love and support. Until next time, stay safe, take care, and keep enjoying the game. Bye for now!

Australian cricketer Nicola Carey speaks to Quentin Hull about the life-changing experience of being drafted into the WPL, as well as the closeness of the WBBL this season.

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Queensland fast bowler Lucy Hamilton has been drafted in Thursday's mega auction for the WPL, she joined Quentin Hull on Summer Grandstand on ABC Sport to talk all about it.

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We're already dreaming about next summer as the domestic fixtures came out this week. Unfortunately there are some clashes that we're less keen on and some slightly odd choices of grounds (what's new!) We also speak about the WPL auction as well as the on going Emerging Nations Trophy in Thailand. We'll be back next week but in the meantime, our Instagram & TikTok is @noughtiechildpodcast and our Bluesky is @00Child Podcast so drop us a follow to stay up to date!

Nikki and Melissa catch up after a big day at the WPL auction, some major signings, surprising snubs, and all the buzz that's carried over from the Women's Cricket World Cup into New Delhi. The energy is high, the stakes were real, and Melissa's little “hump dilemma” is sure to give you a good laugh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने आज सोशल मीडिया पर अश्लील कंटेंट के लिए जवाबदेही तय करने के निर्देश दिए और केंद्र से चार हफ्ते में रेगुलेशन लाने को कहा, नेपाल ने नया 100 रुपये का नोट जारी किया जिसमें भारत के दावे वाले इलाके भी छपे हैं, असम विधानसभा ने बहुविवाह प्रतिबंध विधेयक पास किया, गाज़ियाबाद में 21 BLO पर FIR दर्ज, अमृतपाल सिंह को संसद सत्र में शामिल होने की अनुमति नहीं मिली, सुकमा में IED धमाके में महिला कॉन्स्टेबल घायल, वॉशिंगटन में दो गार्ड्स की हत्या मामले में अफगान शरणार्थी पकड़ाया, हांगकांग में भीषण आग में 65 की मौत और WPL नीलामी में दीप्ति शर्मा पर लगी सबसे बड़ी बोली. सिर्फ 5 मिनट में सुनिए शाम 7 बजे तक की बड़ी ख़बरें.

न्यूक्लियर सेक्टर को प्राइवेट कंपनियों के लिए खोलने जा रही है सरकार, अखिलेश यादव ने बीएलओ की मौतों पर सरकार को घेरा, बंगाल में शुभेंदु अधिकारी ने कहा कि बंगाल में टीएमसी की हार तय, सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने कहा कि आधार नागरिकता का प्रमाण नहीं और सोशल मीडिया पर एडल्ट कंटेंट पर सख्त रेगुलेशन की जरूरत है, बंगाल में 26 लाख वोटर रिकॉर्ड मैच नहीं हुए, सेंगोट्टैयन TVK में शामिल हुए, बिहार उपमुख्यमंत्री ने अमित शाह से की मुलाकात, इमरान खान की सेहत पर विवाद बढ़ा, शेख हसीना को 21 साल की सजा मिली और WPL मेगा ऑक्शन जारी. सिर्फ 5 मिनट में सुनिए शाम 4 बजे तक की बड़ी ख़बरें.

PM मोदी आज स्काईरूट के ‘इन्फिनिटी कैंपस' अनावरण करेंगे, ओडिशा विधानसभा का 29 दिन का शीतकालीन सत्र आज से शुरू, कर्नाटक में सीएम बदलाव की अटकलों के बीच आदिचुंचनगिरी मठ ने DK शिवकुमार को CM बनाने की मांग की, अमृतपाल सिंह को संसद सत्र के लिए पैरोल देने से पंजाब सरकार का इनकार, हाथरस भगदड़ मामले की आज सुनवाई, ED ने WinZO गेमिंग ऐप के दो प्रमोटर मनी-लॉन्ड्रिंग में गिरफ्तार किए, पहाड़ी राज्यों में तापमान शून्य से नीचे, ट्रंप ने दक्षिण अफ्रीका को अगले साल G20 में नहीं बुलाने की घोषणा की, व्हाइट हाउस के पास फायरिंग में नेशनल गार्ड्स के दो सदस्य घायल और WPL मेगा ऑक्शन आज, सिर्फ़ 5 मिनट में सुनिए सुबह 10 बजे तक की बड़ी ख़बरें

News Clippings with Masport. Spring into a brand new Masport Mower. The lads have compiled some of the sports action from around the world, so you don't have to do the digging including, NFL update, WPL auction results, South Island United unveil logo & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lauren Winfield-Hill and Yas Rana chat about the latest from the WBBL before Katya Witney, Aadya Sharma and Rahul Iyer preview the WPL 2026 auction. 0:00 Metro Bank / 0:38 Intro / 0:57 Lauren Winfield-Hill / 11:03 LWH Coaching / 11:37 WPL auction preview / 31:59 Outro The Metro Bank Girls in Cricket Fund in collaboration with the ECB aims to triple the number of girls' cricket teams by breaking down barriers and creating supportive and inclusive spaces. Help transform the game, head to https://www.metrobankonline.co.uk/cricket/ to champion the future of girls' cricket.

India’s Women in Blue have just delivered a World Cup win that electrified the nation, but what comes after the euphoria? In this episode of The Morning Brief, host Anirban Choudhury talks to branding and marketing veterans Harish Bijoor and Lloyd Mathias about what this historic moment means for the future of women’s cricket from visibility and storytelling to sponsorships, fan economies and year-round opportunities. We look at the structural shifts the sport needs, the commercial forces shaping its next phase, and what it will take to turn one breakthrough win into a sustainable, thriving ecosystem. Are we finally ready to build women’s cricket for the long haul?Tune in: You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: X and LinkedinCheck out other interesting episodes from the host likeBattle Beyond Borders, Peace Perished: Explaining the Pahalgam Terror Attack, Corner Office Conversation with Sridhar Vembu, CEO, of Zoho Corporation, Rebel Foods’ chief on Building Brands, Tech, and an IPO on the Horizon and much more. Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.Credit: StarsportsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alison Mitchell, Jim Maxwell and Charu Sharma are joined by New Zealand captain Sophie Devine who has just retired from ODI's following the White Ferns exit from the Women's World Cup. She looks back on her career, tells us about her experience of this World Cup and what is next for her.India have made it to the semi-finals of a home World Cup, so we ask if their success is down to the Women's Premier League and hear from Gujarat player Sayali Satghare on how the WPL helped her earn her maiden cap for India.Plus with the Ashes around the corner we hear from Australia fast bowler Ryan Harris on the fitness of Pat Cummins and the other bowling options in the Aussie team.Photo: Sophie Devine, Captain of New Zealand pictured ahead of the coin toss ahead of the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup India 2025 match between England and New Zealand at Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium on October 26, 2025 in Visakhapatnam, India. (Photo by Matthew Lewis-ICC/ICC via Getty Images)

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 318 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. India have unveiled their 15-member squad for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 at home — a blend of experience, fresh talent, and the unmistakable stamp of the WPL. In this episode, Janani of Sportsy Mathsy Tales fame joins us as we break down the squad led by Harmanpreet Kaur with Smriti Mandhana as deputy, examining the balance between batting and bowling, the x-factors, and the big calls made by the selectors. From the rise of youngsters like Pratika Rawal, Kranti Goud, and Sree Charani, to the return of seasoned performers like Renuka Singh and Deepti Sharma, we discuss what this team means for India's chances at a home World Cup. We also touch upon the omissions, the timing and coverage of the announcement, and the broader discourse around women's cricket as India gears up for its biggest ODI challenge yet.Thank you so much for tuning in to today's episode and for your incredible support. If you haven't already, make sure to hit the follow button and tap the bell icon on Spotify to stay updated with every new episode.Stay connected with us on social media – follow @neveronthebackfoot on Instagram and Threads, and @neverontheback1 on Twitter (now X) for the latest cricket insights, fresh content, and much more throughout this action-packed season.You can also catch the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify for Podcasters, and many other streaming platforms. Plus, Never on the Backfoot is now on YouTube, so don't forget to subscribe for exclusive, in-depth content coming your way.Thanks again for all your love and support. Until next time, stay safe, take care, and keep enjoying the game. Bye for now!

Maureen O'Leary and Naomi J. Williams are California authors who join us to discuss their inclusion in Sacramento Noir, an anthology showcasing the gilded splendor and, as editor John Freeman puts it, the “not-at-all-buried contradictions” of that historic state capital. In today's episode, Naomi, Maureen, and Annmarie talk about the erasure of a Japanese-American neighborhood, the powerful sway of mean girls, and what we can learn from the dark stories our cities hide in plain sight.  Episode Sponsors: Pegasus Books – With shops in Berkeley and Oakland, Pegasus bookstores are welcoming and inclusive neighborhood spaces, where we believe in the printed word and in the alchemy of sharing books with one another. Find a huge selection of new, used and sale titles in our stores or shop online at PegasusBookstore.com. Green Apple Books– We've been connecting curious San Francisco readers to great books since 1967. Browsing at Green Apple is a unique experience. From our handmade signs and book recommendations to the many nooks and crannies, you can both get lost in here and find serendipity. Our friendly, well-read employees also stand ready to help you in any way. For your next great read, stop by or go to greenapplebooks.com Titles Mentioned in This Episode: Sacramento Noir, edited by John Freeman Landfalls, by Naomi J. Williams Physics of Weight: Collected Poems, by Maureen O'Leary Time's Mouth, by Edan Lepucki Detransition, Baby, by Torrey Peters The Heart of It All, by Christian Kiefer (You can listen to our WPL conversation with Christian here.) Here's the opening for The Brady Bunch. What do you think – terrifying or not? Here's the trailer for the noir film Notorious with Cary Grant and Ingrid Bergman. Follow Maureen O'Leary: Instagram: @maureenow Twitter/X: @maureenow Bluesky: @maureenow.bsky.social‬ maureen-oleary.com Follow Naomi J. Williams: Instagram: @naomijwilliams Twitter/X: @NaomiWilliams Bluesky: @naomijwilliams.bsky.social‬ naomijwilliams.com **Writing Workshops:  If you liked this conversation and are interested in writing together, please consider the opportunities below.  Or if you're looking for an online class to jumpstart your memoir, you can find that here.  Or for women interested in an online Saturday morning writing circle, you can sign up here or message Annmarie to learn more.  Photo Credits: Jesse Egner for Naomi Williams Aaron Cameron for Maureen O'Leary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Hartley & Kate Cross are joined by legendary Australia allrounder Ellyse Perry. She discusses getting up-to-speed as captain of Birmingham Phoenix in The Hundred, as well as her journey into cricket - which included the decision to stop playing football for Australia's women's team. Plus, did she get sent a bill for breaking a car window during a WPL game?

Cleyvis Natera is a novelist, short story writer, essayist, and critic, whose debut novel, Neruda on the Park, was a New York Times Editor's Choice and awarded a Silver Medal by the International Latino Book Awards. Her second book, The Grand Paloma Resort, is out now. In today's episode, Cleyvis and Annmarie discuss the often long and winding road to literary publication, marathons versus triathlons, and the high cost of luxury travel both on and off the resort. Episode Sponsors: McNally Jackson – Independent booksellers with locations in Nolita, Williamsburg, Seaport, Rockefeller, and Downtown Brooklyn. To find your next great read, drop by or shop online at www.mcnallyjackson.com Books Are Magic – A family-owned independent bookstore in Brooklyn, committed to being a welcoming, friendly, and inclusive space for all people. We believe that books are indeed magic and that literature is one of the best ways to create empathy, transportation, and transformation. Stop by or shop online at booksaremagic.net. Titles Mentioned in This Episode: Neruda on the Park, by Cleyvis Natera The Grand Paloma Resort, by Cleyvis Natera The Farming of Bones, by Edwidge Danticat In the Time of Butterflies, by Julia Alvarez  How Not to Drown in a Glass of Water, by Angie Cruz (You can listen to our WPL conversation with Angie here.) Here's the trailer for the Netflix series Envidiosa. Follow Cleyvis Natera: Instagram: @cleyvisnatera Twitter/X: @cleyvisnatera Bluesky: @cleyvisnatera.bsky.social‬ cleyvisnatera.com **Writing Workshops and Wish Fulfillment:  If you liked this conversation and are interested in writing abroad, consider joining Annmarie for a writing retreat in Italy in September, 2025. You can travel to a beautiful place, meet other wise women, and write your own stories. We'd love to help you make your wishes come true.  This will sell out. Act now and join us! Or if you're looking for an online class to jumpstart your memoir, you can find that here.  Or for women interested in an online Saturday morning writing circle, you can sign up here or message Annmarie to learn more.  Photo Credit: Beowulf Sheehan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Hartley and Kate Cross are joined by India legend Smriti Mandhana to discuss where her love of cricket began, captaining Royal Challengers Bangalore in the WPL and what Kate Cross is like as a teammate. Plus she answers some listener questions.

In a this episode of Cyrus Says, Anjum Chopra—former Indian cricketer, Arjuna Awardee, and pioneering sportscaster—unpacks her storied career and groundbreaking contributions to cricket. From her international debut in 1995 to retiring in 2012, Chopra’s legacy includes 2,856 ODI runs, a World Cup final (2005), and leading India in six ODIs. Post-retirement, she shattered glass ceilings as the first Indian woman to commentate on men’s cricket (IPL, World Cups) and authored the memoir "The Journey" (2018), chronicling her path as India’s earliest female cricket icon. The episode delves into her Delhi roots (00:00), early defiance of gender norms (06:18), and the spark that ignited her cricket passion (15:30). She recounts pivotal moments like her debut (28:10), career highs like her 98 in Tests vs England (35:35), and insights on WPL vs IPL dynamics (44:00). Chopra also shares wisdom for emerging players (49:40) and lighter tales from her marathon runs and documentary "Shooting Stars" (54:33). Subscribe to Cyrus Says for more iconic conversations!