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Cricket Unfiltered
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If you love cricket, then Cricket Unfiltered is the podcast for you. Get closer to the game than ever before with the longest-running weekly Australian cricket podcast — winner of the 2024 Radio Today Sports Podcast of the Year. Hosted by Andrew Menczel (aka Menners) and a team of all stars, Cricket Unfiltered dives into the biggest issues in world cricket with bold opinions, deep insights, and a genuine passion for the game. The show features conversations with top cricket journalists, current players, and legends of the sport — all unfiltered and in-depth — while tackling selection debates, tactics, governance, and the stories that shape the modern game. Cricket Unfiltered has twice been a finalist in the Australian Podcast Awards, and episodes have been included in the National Film & Sound Archive, recognising its place in Australia’s media landscape. Menners launched
Episodes
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Australia Humbles South Africa
Australia have made a statement in South Africa, winning the first Test by 214 runs. Menners and Damian Watson break down Matt Renshaw's remarkable return to form, Josh Hazlewood's bowling masterclass and Steve Smith's extraordinary slip catching. They debate Australia's selection options for the...
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South Africa vs Australia 1st Test: Day 5 Wrap 'Hazlewood Destroys SA'
Australia has made a huge statement in Durban, winning the first Test against South Africa by 214 runs to take a 1–0 series lead. Matt Renshaw was the standout with a remarkable 190 in the first innings and 82 in the second, while Josh Hazlewood tore through the South African batting lineup on…
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South Africa vs Australia 1st Test: Day 4 Wrap 'Smith in Doubt'
Menners reviews Australia's dominant fourth day in Durban, with Matt Renshaw delivering another outstanding performance with the bat and claiming his first Test wicket. Australia declared at 6/314 to set South Africa a target of 421, before Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins led a late collapse that...
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South Africa vs Australia 1st Test: Day 3 Wrap 'Smith's Spidey Senses'
Australia took complete control of the first Test in Durban on Day 3, bowling South Africa out for 284 to secure a 106-run first-innings lead. Steve Smith was sensational at slip, taking four catches to become the world record holder for Test catches, while Pat Cummins led the attack with three...
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South Africa vs Australia 1st Test: Day 2 Wrap 'Renshaw's Rampage'
Australia produced a remarkable fightback on day two in Durban, recovering from 6/124 to post 390 all out. Matt Renshaw was the hero, scoring a magnificent 190 in his first Test century in almost a decade, while Nathan Lyon provided crucial support in a record-breaking ninth-wicket partnership....
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South Africa vs Australia 1st Test: Day 1 Wrap 'Maddening Selections'
Australia endured a disastrous day with the bat in Durban, finishing at 6/187 after winning the toss and electing to bat. Menners questions the selectors’ decision to promote Nic Maddinson to open, as Australia’s top order collapsed to 6/124 before Matthew Renshaw (46*) and Pat Cummins (33*)…
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Australia vs South Africa Test Series Preview
Australia’s Test series against South Africa is finally here, and Cricket Unfiltered previews the opening Test in Durban. Menners and Damien Watson discuss Nick Maddinson’s surprise recall, Cameron Green’s injury, the battle between Cooper Connolly and Maddinson for a batting spot, and whether...
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What Are We Worried About? Looking Back at Sandpapergate
Australia's Test series against South Africa is just around the corner, so Menners and Damian Watson get stuck into the rivalry, the state of Australia's white-ball cricket and, inevitably, the ghosts of Sandpapergate. Australia has already lost the ODI series, raising questions about the middle...
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Australia Collapses Against South Africa
Australia are 1–0 down to South Africa after a disappointing ODI in Durban, with plenty to discuss around the middle order, Jack Edwards’ debut, Cooper Connolly’s form and who should be batting at No. 3. Menners also looks back at Australia’s unbeaten Zimbabwe series, the One-Day Cup getting...
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Cricket Unfiltered Turns 13! Can Australia Win the 2027 World Cup?
Cricket Unfiltered turns 13! Menners and Damian Watson celebrate the podcast’s milestone before diving into Australia’s impressive ODI win over Zimbabwe, Matt Renshaw’s century, Cooper Connolly’s continued emergence and Ollie Peake’s growing claims for a Test and limited-overs spot. The boys look...
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Marnus Picked AGAIN and Mad Menners on the Big Bash Fiasco
Marnus Labuschagne has been picked again — and Menners is not impressed. This week, Menners breaks down Australia's Test squad for the South Africa tour, questions Marnus' continued selection and asks whether the selectors are doing more harm than good. He also looks at the inclusion of Cooper...
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Marnus Dropped, Stokes to the BBL & Root Embarassed
Menners and Damian Watson are back, covering Australia’s disappointing Test series draw with Bangladesh and what comes next for Marnus Labuschagne. They discuss Australia’s ODI squad ahead of the 2027 World Cup, the emergence of Ollie Peake and Joel Davies, Pat Cummins’ captaincy and the injury...
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Australia vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 2 Wrap: Another Disappointing 2-Day Test
Australia wrapped up the Bangladesh series with a dominant innings-and-51-run victory in Mackay, but the two-day Test leaves plenty to discuss. Menners questions the quality of Australian pitches after another Test finished inside six sessions, while also assessing Australia's unresolved batting...
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Australia vs Bangladesh 2nd Test Day 1: Starc Demolishes Bangladesh
What a day in Mackay! An extraordinary 18 wickets fell on the opening day of the second Test, with Mitchell Starc producing a devastating spell of 6-12 as Bangladesh were bowled out for just 64. But Australia couldn't capitalise. After getting themselves into a dominant position, the batting…
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Renshaw Returns, Marnus Under Pressure & Smith vs Ponting
Australia are staring down the barrel of a series defeat to Bangladesh, and Menners and Damian Watson ask whether the first Test was a one-off or a sign of deeper problems for the Australian side. They discuss Jake Weatherald’s axing and Matt Renshaw’s return, Marnus Labuschagne’s future at No.3,...
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The Day After Australia's Worst Ever Defeat
Australia are reeling from their stunning nine-wicket defeat to Bangladesh in Darwin, but is it really the worst loss in Test history? Menners breaks down the fallout from the defeat, the pressure on Marnus Labuschagne and Jake Weatherald, and the selection questions facing Australia ahead of the...
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Australia vs Bangladesh 1st Test: Day 4 Wrap BANGLADESH'S BIGGEST EVER WIN
Bangladesh have produced one of the biggest upsets in Australian Test cricket history, defeating Australia by nine wickets in Darwin to take a 1-0 series lead. Menners reflects on Bangladesh's remarkable performance, Mahedi Hasan's five-wicket haul and Hassan Mahmud's nine wickets, while Cameron...
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Australia vs Bangladesh 1st Test: Day 3 Wrap BANGLADESH EDGE CLOSER TO HISTORY
Bangladesh have dominated all three days of the first Test in Darwin and are now just six wickets away from a famous victory over Australia. Menners reviews a remarkable day of Test cricket, as Bangladesh extended their first-innings lead to 228 before Australia finished on 4-161, still trailing…
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Australia vs Bangladesh 1st Test: Day 2 Wrap BANGLADESH TAKE HUGE LEAD
Bangladesh produced a stunning day of Test cricket in Darwin, reaching 6-351 at stumps and taking a 153-run lead over Australia. Menners breaks down how Bangladesh's patience, partnerships and disciplined batting put Australia firmly on the back foot, led by Tanzid Hasan's superb maiden Test...
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Australia vs Bangladesh 1st Test: Day 1 Wrap - TIGERS ROAR DOWN UNDER
Bangladesh have stunned Australia on the opening day in Darwin, and Menners isn't holding back after one of Australia's worst days of Test cricket in recent memory. Australia were bowled out for 198 before Bangladesh finished the day firmly in control. Menners breaks down the batting collapse,...
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Bangladesh Test Preview, AB Medal & Bharat's Sad Stuart Broad Love-In
Episode Summary Australia are finally back in Test cricket, and Menners and Damien Watson preview the opening Test against Bangladesh in Darwin. They discuss the pressure on Jake Weatherald, Marnus Labuschagne and Cameron Green, whether Australia's ageing Test side needs to start planning for the...
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Ben Stokes' Excuses, Bangladesh Preview & Australia's Test Future
Cricket Unfiltered is back with plenty to unpack as England appoint Stephen Fleming as Test coach, sparking debate about the direction of English cricket and whether Joe Root's return as captain is the right move. Menners and Damian Watson also dissect Ben Stokes' revealing podcast interview,...
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England's Summer of Hell Continues & Australia's Road to Greatness
England endures another chaotic week as Menners and Damien Watson unpack the club cricket cheating scandal, the controversial 2027 Ashes schedule, rumours of Joe Root returning as Test captain and concerns over the future of The Hundred. They also preview Australia's upcoming Test series against...
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Australia's Test Selection Calls & Vale Sir Garfield Sobers
Australia's Test squad for the Bangladesh series has been named, with selectors backing experience over experimentation despite growing pressure on several key positions. Menners and Damian debate whether Josh Hazlewood should still hold off Scott Boland, how much time Marnus Labuschagne has left...
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Baz Finally Gone | Gardner in the Spotlight
Baz McCullum's tenure as England's Test coach is over, and Menners and Damian Watson unpack what they see as the end of the "Bazball" era, debating his legacy, England's coaching future, and the reaction from the English media. They also discuss the off-field headlines surrounding Ash Gardner and...
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Molineux Leads Australia to World Cup Glory | Stokes Ends a Zero
Australia are T20 World Cup champions once again, with captain Sophie Molineux leading the side to an unbeaten campaign and silencing any doubts about her appointment as skipper. Menners and Damian Watson break down Australia's dominant win over England, Molineux's inspiring leadership journey…
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England's Bazball Rift | While Australia's World Cup Reckoning Nears
Menners and Damian Watson break down Australia's unbeaten run to the Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals, discuss the growing turmoil engulfing English cricket and the Bazball project, review Australia's successful T20 tour of Bangladesh, and examine the latest twists in the ongoing Big Bash...
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Sack Stokes & Baz | Big Bash Privatisation Is Officially a Disaster
Menners is back from his US tour and digs straight into the chaos engulfing England's cricket team after Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson broke a team curfew following the first Test win over New Zealand, costing them their spots for the second Test (with Joe Root stepping in as captain) and putting...
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Classic Menners Masterclass - Steve Waugh
Australian cricket legend Steve Waugh joins Menners to discuss his new photography exhibition, The Spirit of Cricket India, and reflect on an extraordinary life in the game. Waugh shares stories from his travels through India, explains how photography became a passion alongside cricket, and...
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Classic Menners Masterclass - Steve O'Keefe
In this edition of Menners Masterclass, Andrew Menczel sits down with retired cricketer Stephen O’Keefe for a candid look back on a remarkable career. From his early days in Sydney cricket to Test match success in India, O’Keefe reflects on the highs, lows, teammates, rivalries, sledging culture,...
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Kohli Goes OTT Again - Absurd Idea From ICC
Cricket Unfiltered returns with plenty of fire as Menners and Damian Watson tackle the Virat Kohli vs Travis Head drama, the fallout from online abuse, Australia’s next wave of ODI talent, and some wild ICC proposals that have Mad Menners coming off the long run. The boys also dive into the…
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Big Bash to India? Cummins Fires Back as Ponting’s Kings Slide
From a potential Big Bash launch in India to a major format shake-up and Pat Cummins firing back at the media — it’s been a huge week in cricket. Menners and Damian Watson break down the latest developments around the Big Bash League, including plans to open the season in Chennai and proposed...
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Players & Privatisation + Peake & J. Davies Earn Call-Ups
Menners and Damien Watson break down the latest fallout from the Big Bash privatisation saga, including reported player frustration and what comes next for Australian cricket’s financial model. The episode also dives into Australia’s T20 World Cup squad, key selection debates, and whether the…
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Big Bash Privatisation COLLAPSES + PSL Aussies Dominate
Cricket Unfiltered host Menners returns with a packed cricket news roundup, diving deep into the collapse of Big Bash privatisation talks, the growing divide between Cricket Australia and the states, and the huge contracts being offered to keep Australia’s top players out of full-time franchise...
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Big Bash Civil War and Hazlewood Stars on Return
This week on Cricket Unfiltered, Menners and Damian Watson cover a packed slate of cricket news, from the IPL and PSL to major developments in Australian domestic cricket. They break down the ongoing Big Bash privatization debate, explore player movements across state teams, and assess the form…
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From Test Cricket to IPL: Shane Watson’s Full Story (Re-Release)
This week on Menners Masterclass, we revisit one of my all-time favourite interviews — a classic conversation with Shane Watson, originally recorded in 2022. Watson reflects on a remarkable career that spanned multiple eras of cricket, from the dominance of Australia’s golden generation through…
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Privatisation Rejected, Green Under Pressure & Starc Claims Top Honour
This episode of Cricket Unfiltered dives into one of the biggest issues in Australian cricket right now — the future of the Big Bash League — as Cricket NSW takes a firm stand against privatisation. The guys unpack what this means for the competition, the risks of external ownership, and whether...
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Warner Charged & Aussie Selectors Face the Music
Menners breaks down a packed week in cricket, headlined by David Warner’s drink-driving charge and the broader implications for Cricket NSW and player responsibility. He then dives deep into the Australian selection landscape, with insights from chairman George Bailey and a detailed press...
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Dan Christian Joins as New Co-Host & Breaks Down Cricket’s Biggest News
Menners is joined by Dan Christian to break down a massive week in cricket — from Australia’s contract shake-up and Sheffield Shield drama, to IPL storylines and the future of T20 leagues globally. They also dive into Dan’s career reflections, coaching ambitions, and what’s next for Australian...
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Ashes 2027: Glory or Disaster for Bazball?
Menners goes solo to break down a huge week in cricket, from England’s controversial decision to stick with Bazball leadership through to major changes looming in Australian cricket. The episode also features a special and heartfelt interview with Koby Jones, son of the late Dean Jones…
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NSW Chaos, Green Under Fire & England Meltdown
A jam-packed episode diving into domestic drama, selection headaches, and growing tensions in world cricket. Menners and Damian unpack the New South Wales coaching saga, Cameron Green’s media clash, Shield season takeaways, and explosive developments out of England—plus what it all means for the...
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Ashes Reports Rebuked, Olympic Gold or World Cup? & Shield Finals Race
In this episode of Cricket Unfiltered, Menners is joined by cricket broadcaster Damian Watson to break down the biggest stories across Australian and world cricket. They discuss Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg confirming that a Pink Ball Test will remain part of the next Ashes series, the...
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Alyssa Healy’s Farewell, India’s T20 World Cup Triumph & The Hundred Player Controversy
In this episode of Cricket Unfiltered, Menners is joined by Indian cricket journalist Chandresh Narayanan to break down India’s dominant T20 World Cup victory and what it means for the future of the format. The pair analyse the explosive batting that powered India to the title, the brilliance of...
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Picking Up Where I Left Off: MacGill Fallout & Australia’s 2026 South Africa Tour
After Monday’s explosive episode, Menners returns solo to finish the discussion that was cut short, addressing the on-air clash with Stuart MacGill and what it could mean for the future of Cricket Unfiltered. He explains why the debate about the 2026 tour of South Africa matters, argues for…
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Blow Up
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Australia’s T20 World Cup Autopsy
Australia’s T20 World Cup campaign ends in disappointment, sparking a deep dive into selection calls, player form, and what went wrong. Menners and MacGill unpack the fallout, debate responsibility between players and selectors, and question whether arrogance and poor preparation played a role.…
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T20 World Cup Review: Australia vs Sri Lanka
Mennners reviews Australia's loss to Sri Lanka We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now:https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo...
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Australia in Trouble? MacGill on Australia’s Tired World Cup Setup
Australia’s T20 World Cup campaign hangs in the balance after a shock loss to Zimbabwe, sparking debate about preparation, player fitness and whether the tournament still captures the imagination of Australian fans. Menners and Stuart MacGill break down the state of the World Cup, the politics…
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T20 World Cup Review: Australia vs Zimbabwe
Noorish Khan joins Menners to break down the game and preview the highly anticipated India vs Pakistan showdown. 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....
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T20 World Cup Review: Australia vs Ireland
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
If you love cricket, then Cricket Unfiltered is the podcast for you. Get closer to the game than ever before with the longest-running weekly Australian cricket podcast — winner of the 2024 Radio Today Sports Podcast of the Year.
Hosted by Andrew Menczel (aka Menners) and a team of all stars, Cricket Unfiltered dives into the biggest issues in world cricket with bold opinions, deep insights, and a genuine passion for the game.
The show features conversations with top cricket journalists, current players, and legends of the sport — all unfiltered and in-depth — while tackling selection debates, tactics, governance, and the stories that shape the modern game.
Cricket Unfiltered has twice been a finalist in the Australian Podcast Awards, and episodes have been included in the National Film & Sound Archive, recognising its place in Australia’s media landscape.
Menners launched
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If you love cricket, then Cricket Unfiltered is the podcast for you. Get closer to the game than ever before with the longest-running weekly Australian cricket podcast — winner of the 2024 Radio Today Sports Podcast of the Year. Hosted by Andrew Menczel (aka Menners) and a team of all stars,...
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