Ep 325 - Clare Cannon - A Celebration of Resilience

In this special cricket-focused episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, host Stephen Wallis welcomes back Clare Cannon, founder of Cricket Without Borders, to share her firsthand experience of a groundbreaking match. On January 30, at Melbourne’s Junction Oval, Cricket Without Borders took on an Afghanistan Women’s XI in a game that was much more than just cricket—it was a symbol of resilience, opportunity, and the power of sport to unite. We revisit the build-up to this historic encounter, the action on the field, and the deeply emotional moments that followed. The match featured Shazia Rahman Zazai, a regular guest on the podcast and a key figure in Afghanistan women’s cricket. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on what this game meant for everyone involved. The newly established "Pitch Our Future" fundraising platform has been establish to support the development and increased opportunities for Afghan women cricketers in Australia. Pitch our Future Donation Link: https://lnkd.in/gWubwV33 In a joint campaign, Marylebone Cricket Club Foundation UK, have also launched their Global Refugee Cricket Fund and have pledged that the first recipients of support from the fund will be Pitch Our Future. www.lords.org/refugeefund Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Amazon music, Spotify or on our YouTube channel. Connect with us on X, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav www.stephenwallismedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices