Dean at Stumps

Former Tuskers cricketer Godwin Mamhiyo sits down with Dean du Plessis for a deep dive into Zimbabwe’s test squad ahead of the Bangladesh series, the emerging pace-bowling options and Tafadzwa Tsiga’s rise in red ball cricket.

Left-arm fast bowler Richard Ngarava has always had lots of responsibilities as Zimbabwe’s opening bowler. Now he has the added responsibility of captaining his country in the test and ODI formats. He feels quietly confident ahead of Zimbabwe’s home series against Bangladesh. He also speaks about the privilege of taking over as test and ODI captain

Craig Richard Ervine was in a reflective mood as he joined Dean du Plessis in the garden. He starts off by giving us an account on how he missed Zimbabwe’s one-off test against Ireland in Bulawayo due to the early arrival of his baby, then talks about the experiences and lessens learnt of playing against England, South Africa and New Zealand.He briefly touches on his team mate and friend Sean Williams’s struggles and how they were dealt with, and also shares his mild disappointment as to how he was informed about the change in captaincy in the Test and ODI formats, but assures us that the disappointments are firmly behind him as he focuses on the upcoming international season

Join Dean du Plessis and Zimbabwe’s men’s coach Justin Sammons in the garden in a wide ranging conversation from Justin’s ongoing stint with Zimbabwe, to his roll as batting consultant with the Proteas men’s team. Sammons talks about the highs and lows with Zimbabwe, the importance of creating a good environment for the players to perform, and what he hopes to achieve with the team

Managing director of Zimbabwe cricket, Givemore Makoni and Dean du Plessis engage in a wide ranging conversation covering multiple topics

Brendan Taylor returned to international cricket in August 2025 after serving a ban for substance and alcohol abuse, as well as accepting money from illegal bookmakers. He gives an honest assessment on his comeback, and remains very focused on playing in the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup

Top-order batter Innocent Kaia sits down with Dean du Plessis and expresses his desire and hunger to get back into the national team and score as many runs for his country as he can. He talks about how nice it is batting with Sikandar Raza, and also thanks former coach Dave Houghton for mentoring him

Once again Dean du Plessis delivers another masterclass podcast. Fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani talks about his inclusion in the recently concluded ICC T20 World Cup, his how West Indies allrounder Jason Holder helped him with his bowling action, the joy of working with former West Indies great Courtney Walsh, the team and his personal performance in the T20 World Cup, and his desire to play test cricket…. Former Zimbabwe captain Tatenda Taibu spoke about his roll as the ambassador during the under 19 World Cup, and fondly remembers the Under 19 World Cup in 2002 where he was named player of the tournament

Former Zimbabwean seam bowler, now established commentator Mpumelelo Mbangwa assesses Zimbabwe’s recent campaign in the ICC T20 Men’s World Cup, and Zimbabwean opening batter Brian Bennett reflects on his success. With half centuries against Australia, Sri Lanka, and 97* against India

Former Zimbabwean great, Andy Flower takes time out to visit Dean du Plessis in his garden and talk about the ICC. Men’s Under 19 World Cup, his playing career, England’s disappointing Ashes campaign, the Indian Premier League. He also shares his thoughts on what Zimbabwe cricket could do to be more competitive and get positive results

David Houghton was one of the many talented sports people that Zimbabwe produced. Representing Zimbabwe in Tennis, squash, Hokey, and cricket. He talks in depth of his international cricket career with Dean du Plessis.

Former top-order batter, turned commentator, Tino Mawoyo relives Zimbabwe’s shock win over Australia in the ICC uNDER 19 MEN’S CRICKET WORLD CUP which was held in Bangladesh in 2004. Mawoyo who captained the team also explains his various “feathers in his cap” through out the upcoming World Cup

Kian and Michial Blignaut, sons of former Zimbabwe allrounder chat to Dean du Plessis ahead of the upcoming under 19 men’s World Cup

The under 19 World Cup is virtually upon us, and Zimbabwe and Namibia will be cohosting the event. Former Zimbabwe captain, now tournament director Hamilton Masakadza explains his roll

Allrounder and Midwest captain Antum Naqvi talks about his future, playing in the international leagues and controlling emotions. Former national coach Dave Houghton also makes an appearance on the Pod as he tells us about the roll he will play at the high performance centre

Zimbabwe’s wicket-keeper batter Tafadzwa Tsiga had an integral part to play in Zimbabwe‘s dismantling of Afghanistan in the recently concluded one off test matched played at Harare sports club. Tsiga’s glove work was nothing short of sublime. He talks about what it was like to be in a winning team for a change, and the hard work he has put in to his keeping

Alistair and younger brother Michael talk in depth about their cricketing ambitions, and their rivalry between the siblings and a multitalented family.From their cousins who represented Zimbabwe on the tennis court, to uncles who played first class and international Cricket in Zimbabwe.

Both former captains, both approaching 40 years old. Leg spinner Graeme Cremer and Brendan Taylor talk about their impending return to Zimbabwe’s national and domestic setup.

Dion Ebrahim Zimbabwe’s batting coach has an in-depth conversation with Dean du Plessis about what he hopes to achieve as the batting coach, he’s stint with the New Zealand Black Caps, and his playing career

Zimbabwe’s former Brendan Taylor had it all. He captained Zimbabwe with distinction. He played for English county side Nottinghamshire. He dazzled fans around the world with his ability to play ramp and scoop-shots off the pace-bowlers, and a variety of sweep-shots off the spinners. After Zimbabwe’s brief suspension from international cricket by the ICC, life took a terrible turn for Brendan. In this very deep and honest conversation with Dean du Plessis, Brendan talks about a harrowing trip to India, discovering sobriety, and his plans to return to play for Zimbabwe at the age of 39

Fiery on the pitch, and capable of producing devastating spells of reverse swing bowling at high pace, former South African pace-bowler Dale Steyn talks to Dean du Plessis about the IPL, his most memorable test match performances, his admiration for KG Rabada and more

Zimbabwe’s Women’s captain Mary-Anne Musonda-Nhira has captained Zimbabwe with integrity, humility and distinction since 2019. Dean du Plessis had a short but most enjoyable chat with this gracious lady.

Sean Williams made his international debut for Zimbabwe as an 18 year old batter. He talks in depth to Dean du Plessis abut his volatility, the highest and the lows. The people who influenced him along the way, and what he still hopes to achieve in the time he has left.He understands that more and more niggles, twinges and injuries are inhibiting his abilities so he wants to try and achieve as much as he can with the time that he has left

Allrounder Tony Munyonga sits down with Dean du Plessis and talks about his recent form for his franchise the Eagles, his return to the national side, fatherhood and the support of his family

Ireland’s test captain Andrew Balbirnie and his Mother, Candy and Father, Ashley join Dean du Plessis in a wide ranging and lighthearted conversation

Ben Curran, brother of Tom and Sam Curren opens the batting for Zimbabwe. He scored his maiden ODI century, 118* to secure a 2-1 series win for Zimbabwe over Ireland. He also talks about his family and pays tribute to his late father Kevin

He was unpredictable, fiery, and unquestionably Zimbabwe’s most talented cricketer. But with the talent, there was also inconsistency. Andy Blignaut talks freely with Dean du Plessis about his career, as well as wanting to help young players, to not make the same mistakes, he made as a player

He may only have played a handful of internationals for Zimbabwe, but allrounder Brad Evans has already made cricket enthusiasts sit up and take note. Join Brad and Dean in a most enjoyable conversation

Zimbabwe’s last ODI series win against a test playing nation was against Sri Lanka back in 2017-and their last ODI series win against Bangladesh was in 2013. We hear from Innocent Kaia and Regis Chakabva who both scored their maiden ODI hundreds, and head coach Dave Houghton hopes to maintain the current success of the team for as long as possible

Zimbabwe recently enjoyed their first T20 series win against a full member nation when they beat Bangladesh by 10 runs in the 3rd and final T20 international to win the series 2-1. Ryan Burl talks us through his phenomenal over in which he scored 34 runs-Regis Chakabva expresses his delight of captaining Zimbabwe in the upcoming ODI series against Bangladesh, and former opening batter-now commentator Tino Mawoyo shares his thoughts as well

Allan Donald is the current seam bowling coach of Bangladesh. He takes time out to share his thoughts on the current state of cricket, and how do good cricketers develop the so-called (KILLER INSTINCT)? He also reminisces fondly about he’s playing days

A versatile and free flowing batter, Tarisai Musakanda looks ahead to Zimbabwe’s upcoming series against Bangladesh. He also talks about a traumatic personal experience that changed his life for ever.

Zimbabwe have qualified for the ICC T20 World Cup which will be held in Australia. In this Podcast, Dean du Plessis talks to head coach Dave Houghton and allrounder Sikandar Raza Butt

He was Zimbabwe’s most successful coach to date when he was in charge from 1996 to 2000. 22 years later, Dave HOUGHTON returns as head coach of Zimbabwe’s men’s team. We also hear from Zimbabwe’s vice-captain Regis Chakabva ahead of the ICC T20 men’s World Cup qualifiers which will be held in Bulawayo in July

Zimbabwe’s limited overs Craig Ervine takes time out to chat with Dean du Plessis about Zimbabwe’s recent losses to Namibia and more recently the losses to Afghanistan. He however talks with great excitement and enthusiasm about the appointment of former Zimbabwean icon Dave Houghton’s recent appointment as head coach ahead of the T20 World Cup qualifiers which will be played in Bulawayo

An engaging conversation between 2 cricket lovers. Darlington Matambanadzo, played a great deal of first class and club cricket in Zimbabwe during the 1990s and early 2000s. Darlington and Dean du Plessis review the recently concluded ODI series between Zimbabwe and Afghanistan, preview the upcoming T20 series, and their wide range of conversation also includes mental health, and how Darlington overcame his own inner demons

In a playing career that lasted 23 years, there is much to talk about. Former wicket-keeper batter Morne van Wyk talks about a long and illustrious first class career in South Africa, as well as his opportunities to represent the Proteas, as well as playing for the Call Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL

Zimbabwe’s former captain Brendan Taylor speaks to Dean du Plessis about the horrors of battling alcohol and cocaine. He recently completed a grueling marathon to raise funds for twins Tino and Taku who had surgery

Regarded by many as the worlds top ranked international cricket umpire, South African umpire Marais Erasmus speaks modestly of his success as an umpire. He regards his colleagues as a tightknit family

A magnificently contested 3-match test series between South Africa and India has come to it’s conclusion with the Proteas coming from a test match down to win the series 2-0. Dean du Plessis is joined by veteran South African broadcaster Michael Abrahamson who gives us his combine SA/India 11. They also unpack the series in it’s entirety

If you are fortunate enough to have the means of being able to listen to the BBC’s iconic radio commentary, you undoubtedly would have heard the voice of Simon Mann who is part of the TEST MATCH SPECIAL team. Dean and Simon talk Ashes cricket, and take the obligatory trip down memory lane as is the custom on this Podcast

In this podcast, Dean du Plessis catches up with South African broadcaster, mentalist, and magician Michael Abrahamson. Dean and Michael talk in depth about their love of Cricket as well as their broadcasting experiences. Michael also gives an in-depth explanation as to how he became a mentalist and magician and his ability to commentate effortlessly on a variety of sporting codes.

Meet Zimbabwe’s easygoing allrounder Ryan Burl who tells Dean du Plessis that his ambition is to Break in to the worlds top 10 ranked all-rounders in the shorter formats of the game. Ryan chats easily about his decision to take the plunge and ask his partner to marry him, his constant work behind the scenes to become a better leg spin bowler, his stint in the Bangladesh Premier League and his hunger for international cricket

A precocious young talent with a tremendous future. Wesley Madhevere talks about his up bringing, his mentors and his introduction to international cricket. We also hear from 2 of his mentors, childhood coach Malcolm Chikuwha and Zimbabwe’s batting coach Stuart Matsikenyeri who presented Wesley with his 1st international cap

Zimbabwe’s former captain wicket-keeper batsman Andy Flower made history by becoming the first Zimbabwean cricketer to be inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame. Flower who played 63 tests and 231 ODIS for Zimbabwe was not only recognised for his almost super human efforts with the bat in a team which at best punched above their weight, but was also recognised as one of England’s most successful coaches as well.

From a very young age, Tatenda Taibu’s destiny was to lead. Small in stature, but with the heart of a lion, it came as no surprise when he became the vice captain at the age of 19 and then became Zimbabwe’s first black captain, as well as the youngest captain in the history of test cricket. However, his journey was a rollercoaster ride. Filled with joy, frustration and fear. (Please note that this is a recording from the archives, so some of his future plans like his roll as convened of selectors has come to an end.) A fascinating listen all the same.

A very quiet, thoughtful, and reserved man, and in his own right, a fine cricketer. Former captain Elton Chigumbura talks to Dean du Plessis about his recently launched academy and his playing years from 2004 to 2020

Quiet and unassuming, Shepheard Makunura has been in the system for a very long time. Although his demeanour is quiet and non-confrontational, Shepheard has won the Logan Cup, Zimbabwe’s premier domestic competition no less than 4 times as coach. His recent success, was coaching the Southern Rocks franchise to their first ever Logan Cup win. The Rocks had been out of the game since 2014 due to financial constraints, and returned to first class cricket this season, and won the Logan Cup.

A freelance cricket journalist. A natural story teller. A true Zimbabwean. For a number of years, Liam has enthralled cricket fans both in Zimbabwe and around the world with a combination of deeply moving and hard hitting articles. Liam talks about his family, his passion for Zimbabwe and her people, and the release of his short film entitled Petrichor

He may only have played 6 tests for Zimbabwe, but Brighton Watambwa made a solid impact with his lively pace, and hostile bouncers. Bulbs, as he is affectionately known, no resides in Zurich Switzerland. And 20 years after his test debut, Brighton has lost none of his fire in this chat with Dean du Plessis