In The Cordon - Cricket Podcast

Sam Heazlett burst onto the scene as a 20-year-old and made his ODI debut for Australia at just 21.Since then he’s built an impressive career in T20 cricket, spending many seasons in the Big Bash League with the Brisbane Heat, and recently taking his game around the world playing franchise cricket in Nepal and the Hong Kong Cricket Sixes.In this episode we talk about:🏏 Breaking into professional cricket at a young age🌏 Playing franchise cricket around the world🔥 Life inside the Big Bash League🧠 The mindset needed to perform at the top levelA great insight into the journey of a modern professional cricketer. Thank you to the sponsor of this episode  @pitchitupcricket  for their support of the podcast over the past couple of years. #samheazlett #brisbaneheat #cricket #odicricket #bigbashleague #nepalpremierleague #hongkongsixes #cricketpodcast #podcast

The India tour of Australia had everything — big hits, fiery spells, and plenty of drama! In this episode, we break down all the action from the recent ODI and T20I series in Australia, where both teams battled hard under tough conditions.🇮🇳 Rohit Sharma rolled back the years with vintage match-winning knocks, Abhishek Sharma announced himself on the international stage with fearless batting, and Josh Hazlewood reminded everyone why he’s one of the world’s best white-ball bowlers.We unpack:🔥 Key moments that defined the ODI and T20I series📈 Tactical trends and what they reveal about each side’s depth🏆 How India and Australia are shaping up ahead of the T20 World Cup in India (February 2026) and the ODI World Cup in South Africa (October 2027)🧠 Our take on team balance, player form, and what to expect nextWhether you’re backing the Men in Blue or the Baggy Greens, this episode has all the analysis, energy, and cricket talk you love!🎧 Tune in now and join the discussion below — who was your player of the series?#CricketPodcast #AUSvIND #RohitSharma #AbhishekSharma #JoshHazlewood #CricketTalk #T20WorldCup2026 #ODIWorldCup2027 #AustraliaCricket #IndiaCricket #SportsPodcast

What. A. Test. India have pulled off a miraculous draw at Old Trafford, led by heroic resistance from Shubman Gill, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar. After days of being on the back foot, India’s grit shone through on Day 5 as they denied England what looked like a certain victory.But there’s more — did Ben Stokes step over the line? Tensions rose late in the day as India batted deep, seemingly to drain time and frustrate England. Stokes’ reaction sparked debate: was it passion, or poor sportsmanship?We unpack all the drama —💥 Gill’s classy knock under pressure💪 Rahul’s statement return🧱 Jadeja & Sundar’s stonewall resistance🔥 The Stokes outburst: justified or out of line?🏆 What this means ahead of the final Test at The OvalDon't miss this fiery recap of a Test match that had everything – drama, resilience and controversy!🎙️ Available on Spotify, YouTube & Apple Podcasts.#INDvENG #Gill #Jadeja #Sundar #KLRahul #BenStokes #StokesControversy #TeamIndia #CricketIndia #ManchesterTest #TendulkarAndersonTrophy #IndianCricket #SaveTheTest #BleedBlue #TestCricket #IndiaFans #CricketDrama #CricketTwitter #bharatarmy Music: bensound.com

Team India has made history in Birmingham!In this episode, we dive deep into India’s first-ever Test win at Edgbaston, levelling the series 1-1 in spectacular fashion!✨ Shubman Gill silenced the critics with a jaw-dropping 269 in the first innings and a sublime 161 in the second – Captain Fantastic delivers the biggest captain’s knock we've seen in years!🔥 Akash Deep stepped up in place of Bumrah with a 10-wicket haul, cementing his place as a future star of India’s pace battery.💥 We also cover:-Harry Brook & Jamie Smith’s lone resistance for England 🇬🇧-England’s middle-order collapse – again! 😬-Mohammed Siraj stands up in Bumrah's absence-How India can take this momentum to Lord’s and WIN the series 💪👇 COMMENT your thoughts:-Should Shubman be India's long-term Test captain?-Is Akash Deep India’s next big pace weapon?-Can India go 2-1 up at Lord’s?🎧 Available on Spotify | Apple | YouTube📲 Subscribe & hit the bell icon for more India match recaps, player analysis, and Test cricket talk!#INDvENG #ShubmanGill #AkashDeep #IndianCricket #TestCricket #BCCI #WTC25 #GillMasterclass #IndianFans #CricketIndia #InTheCordonMusic: bensound.com

Australia have sealed the series 2-0 with a commanding 133-run victory in Grenada! Join us as we dissect all the key moments from a thrilling Test match that showcased the Aussies' bowling dominance and the West Indies' spirited fight.🎙️ In this episode:Bowling Brilliance: Mitchell Starc (3-24), Nathan Lyon (3-42), and Josh Hazlewood (2-33) led a relentless attack, dismantling the West Indies for just 143 in their second innings. Carey's Class: Alex Carey earned Player of the Match honors with a crucial 63 in the first innings and a steady 26* in the second, proving vital in both innings. Top-Order Troubles: Australia's batting lineup faced challenges, with early wickets falling in both innings. Beau Webster's 60 and Carey's contributions were pivotal in stabilizing the innings.West Indies' Resilience: Brandon King's 75 in the first innings and Shamar Joseph's four-wicket haul in the second innings highlighted the hosts' fighting spirit. Looking Ahead: With the series decided, attention turns to the final Test in Jamaica, where Mitchell Starc is set to play his 100th Test match, becoming only the second Australian fast bowler to reach this milestone. 📺 Tune in for in-depth analysis, player performances, and what to expect in the upcoming pink-ball Test in Jamaica.👇 Share your thoughts in the comments: How can the West Indies bounce back? Should Australia make changes for the final Test?#AUSvWI #TestCricket #CricketPodcast #AlexCarey #MitchellStarc #InTheCordon #WTC #GrenadaTestMusic: bensound.com

In a classic Caribbean contest, Australia edged past a spirited West Indies side in a tense Test match at Barbados! 🌴🔥All eyes were on young Sam Konstas, who continues to feel the heat at the top level. While the pressure mounts, there’s a growing belief he just needs time to find his rhythm in the Test arena. 🧠⏳On a lively surface, the bowlers stole the show! Shamar Joseph and Jayden Seales lit up Kensington Oval with fiery spells for the Windies, while Josh Hazlewood reminded everyone why he's still one of the game's best with relentless precision and bounce. 🎯💨When it mattered most, Australia’s middle order delivered. Travis Head’s counterattacking knock, Beau Webster’s composed innings under pressure, and Alex Carey’s coolness behind the stumps and with the bat proved the difference. 💪💬Catch all the key moments, performances, and storylines in our full review of a cracking Test match that went down to the wire!🎙️ Listen now on Spotify, YouTube & wherever you get your podcasts!#AUSvWI #BarbadosTest #TravisHead #ShamarJoseph #JoshHazlewood #CricketPodcast #TestCricket #SamKonstas #BeauWebster #AlexCarey #CricketHighlights #BaggyGreen #wivaus Music: bensound.com

The 1st Test between England and India at Headingley had it all — drama, collapses, comebacks and new heroes. In this episode, we dive into the key talking points from a gripping five days in Leeds.💥 England’s top order step up (Pope & Duckett)🇮🇳 India’s batsmen dominate (Pant, Jaiswal, Gill & Rahul) 🧠 Tactical missteps or just pressure?We break down standout performances, controversial calls, and what this result means for India’s new-look side in the post-Kohli/Rohit era.🎧 Listen for honest takes, tactical analysis and what to expect heading into the 2nd Test!📺 Watch now on YouTube🎙️ Stream on Spotify💬 Join the discussion on Facebook!#indvseng #HeadingleyTest #TeamIndia #IndianCricket #BharatArmy #TestCricket #CricketReview #CricketPodcast #EnglandCricket #RishabhPant #JaspritBumrah #ShubmanGill #Bazball #IndiansInCricketMusic: bensound.com

🌴🦘The Caribbean is calling — and Australia is on the hunt for redemption. In this fiery Test series preview, we break down everything you need to know before the first ball is bowled between the West Indies and Australia.🔥 Can the Windies build on their raw potential and ignite the home crowd with a major scalp?🇦🇺 Will Australia bounce back after a disappointing WTC final and silence the critics?🎙️ We cover:Rising stars to watch from both sides 🌟Key battles: Pace vs pace – Seales vs Australia fragile top 4The venues, conditions, and why this series matters more than you thinkFrom spicy match-ups to big-picture context, this is your ultimate preview for one of Test cricket’s most underrated rivalries.📺 Watch now on YouTube🎧 Listen on Spotify👍 Follow us on Facebook for live reactions and more!#WIvAUS #TestCricket #CricketPodcast #WestIndiesCricket #AustralianCricket #CricketPreview Music: bensound.com

The sun sets on a golden generation, and a new era dawns as England and India clash in the first-ever Tendulkar-Anderson Trophy. With the recent retirements of Indian giants Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, the stage is set for fresh faces to write the next chapter of this storied rivalry.In this episode, we dive deep into the emotional and strategic shift for Team India as they begin life without two of their greatest modern batters. Who steps up in their absence? Can Shubman Gill or Yashasvi Jaiswal seize the moment? Will England’s Bazball chaos meet its match in a new-look Indian side?We also look at the symbolism behind naming the series after two legends — Sachin Tendulkar and James Anderson — and how this marks a bold rebranding for the future of Test cricket.Bold tactics, fresh leadership, and legacy on the line — this isn’t just a series, it’s a statement.#TendulkarAndersonTrophy #ENGvIND #PostKohliEra #IndianCricket #Bazball #CricketPodcast #TestCricketRevival #GillEraBeginsMusic: bensound.com

In this gripping breakdown of the World Test Championship Final at Lord’s, we unpack South Africa’s remarkable victory over Australia. Aidan Markram delivered a masterclass with the bat, while Kagiso Rabada produced a fiery spell that dismantled the Aussies’ top order.Australia were in control early, but a shocking second-innings collapse turned the tide. We analyse the batting failures, point fingers at key underperformers, and ask tough questions about the futures of Marnus Labuschagne and Usman Khawaja ahead of the West Indies tour.It’s raw, it’s honest, and it’s all in this week’s In The Cordon.#WTCFinal #AUSvSA #WorldTestChampionship #CricketAtLords #TestCricket

🏆 World Test Championship Final Preview | Selection Dilemmas & Rabada Controversy!The ultimate showdown is here! In this WTC Final preview, Callum dives deep into the biggest selection calls:🔀 Konstas vs Labuschagne – form vs experience, who gets the nod?🔥 Hazlewood vs Boland – the battle for the final seamer spot.🚨 Kagiso Rabada’s shock cocaine ban – how is he still allowed to play?Plus, we break down match-ups, key players, and what each team must do to take home the Test crown. Don’t miss it!📲 Like, comment & subscribe for more cricket banter and bold takes!#WTCFinal #CricketPodcast #InTheCordon #Rabada #AustraliaCricket #WorldTestChampionship

The highly anticipated ICC Champions Trophy kicks off this weekend, with eight teams battling for glory across Pakistan and Dubai. India enter the tournament as favorites, with the advantage of playing all their matches in Dubai. Meanwhile, Australia faces a major setback due to injuries, and England arrive in poor form following a tough ODI series against India.Can South Africa finally break their ICC trophy drought? Or will New Zealand or Afghanistan deliver a surprise performance?Join Callum and Katrik as they break down every team, key matchups, and the biggest storylines ahead of the tournament. #Cricket #ICCChampionsTrophy #CricketFans #CricketLovers #CricketDebate #SportsPodcast #odicricket 🎵 Music: bensound.com

Nikhil Chaudhary is now a BBL champion with the Hobart Hurricanes , but his path to success was anything but easy.Arriving in Australia in 2020, he found himself stuck due to unforeseen circumstances. Rather than letting setbacks define him, Nikhil turned adversity into opportunity.From working at Australia Post and a Mexican restaurant in Queensland to making waves in the Queensland Cricket T20 Max, his perseverance paid off when he earned a contract with the Hurricanes for BBL13.Nikhil’s journey is a testament to hard work, resilience, and an unwavering passion for cricket. Following his Big Bash success, he has continued to make his mark in T20 and T10 leagues around the world.This episode is made possible thanks to Macron Sports Hub Adelaide. We truly appreciate their continued support of the podcast! Thanks to Rory Noke and the team at PodBooth for filming and editing the episode. Special shoutout to Zac Piesse from Cricket Tasmania for arranging the interview.🎧 Tune in to hear Nikhil’s remarkable story of grit, determination, and the pursuit of a dream!#NikhilChaudhary #HobartHurricanes #BBL13 #BBLChampion #BigBashLeague #T20Star #HurricanesNation #HardWorkPaysOff #Resilience #ChasingDreams #InspiringJourney #SuccessStory #NeverGiveUp #FromStrugglesToSuccess

In the second Test at Galle, Australia secured a 2-0 series sweep against Sri Lanka with a commanding nine-wicket victory. Captain Steve Smith led the charge, scoring his second century of the series and surpassing Ricky Ponting's record for most Test catches by an Australian fielder. Alex Carey delivered a career-defining performance, amassing 156 runs in the first innings. Australia's spinners, Matthew Kuhnemann and Nathan Lyon, were instrumental, collectively taking 30 wickets across the series.Despite resistance from Sri Lanka's Angelo Mathews and Kusal Mendis, Australia maintained control throughout. This series marked Australia's first Test series victory in Sri Lanka since 2011.Callum and Kartik discuss all the major talking points and preview the World Test Championship final and briefly talk about the Champions Trophy.Music: bensound.com

India won the T20 series against England 4-1 and there are a lot of positives for the Indian side who are young and full of excitement. Abhisek Sharma and Tilak Varma impressing with the bat. Varun Chakravarthy, Axar Patel and Ravi Bishnoi performing well with the ball. Great to see Jofra Archer return and bowling over 150km/h and Phil Salt amongst the runs. Callum and Kartik talk about all the key points from the series, especially the concession sub with Shivam Dube and Harshit Rana. #cricket #indiancricketteam #indiancricketteam #india #ipl #indianpremierleague #englandcricket #t20 #t20cricket Music: bensound.com

Australia DOMINATE Sri Lanka in Galle! Khawaja, Smith & Inglis Shine | Kuhnemann’s Heroics Australia have absolutely demolished Sri Lanka in Galle, sealing a commanding victory in the first Test! Centuries from Usman Khawaja, Steve Smith, and Josh Inglis set the foundation, but the real headline? Matt Kuhnemann’s incredible performance—just weeks after breaking his thumb! 💥🏏 Callum and Kartik break down all the key moments, including:✅ Steve Smith surpassing 10,000 Test runs—where does he rank among the greats?✅ Did Cricket Australia miss a golden chance to play young gun Sam Konstas in subcontinental conditions? Can Sri Lanka bounce back in the second Test and make this a real contest? 🤔 Let us know your thoughts in the comments! 🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & hit the NOTIFICATION BELL for more cricket analysis! 🔔 #AUSvsSL #usmankhawaja #stevesmith #joshinglis #travishead #mattkuhnemann #srilanka #cricketaustralia #cricketsrilanka #testcricket #cricket #WTCMusic: bensound.com

The Border Gavaskar Trophy is done and dusted for 2024/25 as Australia regain the trophy with a 3-1 series win. Australia won by 6 wickets at the SCG as Scotty Boland destroys India with 10 wickets in the game. Beau Webster shined on debut and Sam Konstas continued to excite the cricketing world. Is this the end for Indian cricketing legends in Rohit Sharma and Viral Kohli? Would have Australia won 5-0 without the amazing heroics of Jasprit Bumrah in the series with 32 wickets at 13 a piece. What a magical performance from this fast bowler. Callum is joined by Bevan Jones to talk about all the action from the SCG and the entire series. #indiancricketteam #cricketaustralia #bordergavaskartrophy #cricket #testcricket #ausvsind #beauwebster #samkonstas #scottboland #sydney #sydneycricketground Music: bensound.com

Australia win the 4th test match at the MCG in front over 350,000 people in Melbourne. Steve Smith back in tremendous form. Nitish Kumar Reddy hits his maiden test century in front of his crying father. Sam Kostas dominates the Indian bowling attack on day 1. Jasprit Bumrah takes 200 test wickets with an average of under 20, what an absolute champion bowler for India. Callum talks about all the action from the MCG and previews the 5th test match at the SCG starting on Friday.#stevesmith #samkonstas #jaspritbumrah #nitishkumarreddy #cricketaustralia #indiancricketteam #indiancricket #melbournecricketground #bordergavaskartrophy #cricket #cricketlover #testcricket Music: bensound.com

Whilst the rain absoultely ruined a quality test match, it's all happening in the lead up to Boxing Day. Sam Konstas is in and Nathan McSweeney has been hung out to dry. Ravi Ashwin announced his retirement on Wednesday, which is sad news and congratulations on an amazing international career. Callum has some strong thoughts on the Australian selectors boys club and isn't please with the treatment of McSweeney. Travis Head continued as 'The Father of India' and Steve Smith scored his 33rd test century in a welcome return to form. Jasprit Burmah and KL Rahul had terrific performances at The GABBA and they need support of the other players in the line-up. Is Rohit Sharma in danger of getting dropped? Callum and Kartik discuss the key pointing and we preview Boxing Day! #SamKonstas #nathanmcsweeney #brisbane #cricket #RaviAshwin #BorderGavaskarTrophy #testcricket #indiancricketteam #india #australia Music: bensound.com

Australia turn the tables on India with a fantastic 10-wicket win at the Adelaide Oval in front of 134,000 fans over the 3 days of the test. Travis Head continued his dominance over the Indian Cricket Team in tremendous style with 140 runs to be named player of the match. Callum and Kartik talk about the amazing performance by the Australian pace attack. Did Indian seamer, Mohammed Siraj, cross the line with some of his behaviour and his send off to Travis Head? Callum also calls out his own Adelaide fans for something he didn't like across the weekend. We also preview the 3rd test match at the GABBA. #BorderGavaskarTrophy #testcricket #cricket #adelaideoval #travishead #mohammedsiraj #indiancricket #cricketaustralia Music: bensound.com

The Indian Premier League 2 Day Mega Auction is now completed and all the squads are filled. Callum and Kartik discuss the purchases from all 10 teams in the tournament. Which team did you think did the best at the auction? Make sure you let us know in the comments section. #ipl #cricket #t20 #t20cricket #mumbaiindians #chennaisuperkings #punjabkings #rajasthanroyals #gujarattitans #lucknowsupergiants #royalchallengersbangalore #delhicapitals #sunrisershyderabad #kolkataknightriders #inthecordoncricketpodcast Music: bensound.com

Australia absoultely humbled by India in Perth at Optus Stadium. Superb performances from Jasprit Bumrah, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal. Not many highlights for Australia otherwise than a Travis Head 89. Fantastic performance by India and lots of pressure on Australia heading to Adelaide for the pink-ball test. #indiancricketteam #indiancricket #cricket #testcricket #viratkohli #jaspritbumrah #klrahul #YashasviJaiswal #travishead #cricketaustralia Music: bensound.com

Callum and special guest, Kartik Sansanwal talk about Day 1 of the IPL Mega Auction for 2025. Some teams are looking really solid but some teams certainly have a lot of work to do. Pant for 27 Cr and Iyer 26.75, did teams pay too much? Who was your best buy in the IPL auction so far? Who gets picked up on day 2? Make sure to comment below! #ipl #cricket #t20 #t20cricket #mumbaiindians #chennaisuperkings #punjabkings #rajasthanroyals #gujarattitans #lucknowsupergiants #royalchallengersbangalore #delhicapitals #sunrisershyderabad #kolkataknightriders #inthecordoncricketpodcast Music: bensound.com

The Border-Gavaskar Trophy has arrived, one of the most anticipated test series of recent memory. The 2 best teams in the world battling it out on Australian soil. Australia have not beaten India for 10 years, can they do it? Callum discusses all the major talking points including; McSweeny opening the batting, India's form and team issues and who is going to dominate this series. Thanks to our sponsors Macron Sports Hub Adelaide, @raywhitehenleybeach, Cooper Cricket, AX Sports, Pitch It Up & @t20vision #TestCricket #australiavsindia #BorderGavaskarTrophy Music: bensound.com

Embark on a journey with David Payne, a seasoned international cricketer hailing from England, who has recently graced the pitches of Australia donning the colours of the Adelaide Strikers and Perth Scorchers during the past two winters. He was part of the championship with the Perth Scorchers in 2022/23. Originally nurtured amidst the picturesque landscapes of Gloucestershire, England, Payne's cricketing journey began in the grassroots pathways before ascending to the coveted title of England U19's World Cup player. Fast forward to 2022, and Payne finds himself representing England in ODI cricket while also showcasing his skills in various T20 competitions across the globe. Amidst the hustle and bustle of professional cricket, David reflects on his enduring passion for coaching and offers insights into his life beyond the boundary ropes. Thank you to Macron Sports Hub Adelaide for sponsoring this episode of the podcast. Thanks to Rory and the team at PodBooth for filming and editing the episode.

India win the test series 4-1 after a convincing win in the 5th test. A series with twists and turns turnout. Callum and Louie discuss the major talking points from the series. We talk about whether this series is a reality check for Bazball and Kuldeep Yadav's return to the test team. India's depth has seriously impressed this series and there are lots of positive signs as India prepare for their tour to Australia later in the year. #indiancricketteam #indiancricket #englandcricket #bazball #indiavsengland Music: bensound.com

Australia finished the series 2-0 against a competitive New Zealand time. Cameron Green and Alex Carey responded to the critics with valuable contributions. Matt Henry bowled fantastic against Australia to be named player of the series. Questions still appear over whether Steve Smith should be opening in test cricket and has he done enough to maintain this position against India. Callum and Rees talk about all the action from Wellington and Christchurch #cricketaustralia #newzealandcricket #cricket #testcricket #stevesmith #camerongreen #alexcarey #mitchmarsh #patcummins #joshhazlewood #nathanlyon #matthenry #timsouthee Music: bensound.com

Australia won their T20 series over New Zealand 3-0. The series leaves some questions for Australia, including whether Steve Smith makes the squad for the T20 World Cup or not? Australia have come off a shaky summer despite still winning and New Zealand were pushed by Bangladesh and South Africa in their recent series. Callum and Rees question whether the Steve Smith opening and Cameron Green at 4 experiment is going to work long-term. We also look at the key players for both sides and make predictions for the series. #cricketaustralia #cricketnewzealand #blackcaps #australianmenscricketteam #kanewilliamson #stevesmith #camerongreen #patcummins #timsouthee Music: bensound.com

Intriguing test match between India and England in Ranchi, India ended up winning the test match by 5 wickets and won the series. Great game of test cricket, good contest between bat and ball. Joe Root responded with a fabulous hundred. Ravi Ashwin took 5 wickets in the third innings to restrict England to under 200 runs to chase. Kuldeep Yadav seriously impressive in this game as well. Dhruv Jurel played an outstanding knock when India really needed it and kept them in the game, in a deserving match of the match performance. Callum and Louie talk about the continuous factory of young Indian cricketers who are rising to international cricket. We also preview the 5th and final test match of the series. Music: bensound.com

What a performance from the Indian Cricket Team to win the 3rd test match in Rajkot by 434 runs (England's largest runs defeat in 90 years). Lots of outstanding performances in this game with Rohit Sharma, Ravindra Jadeja and Yashsvi Jaiswal scoring centuries. Shubman Gill and Sarfraz Khan raising the bat as well for India. Fantastic innings by opener, Ben Duckett, who finished with 153. Callum and Louie talk about all the action and preview the 4th test, we question a few selections from both teams. Thanks to Pitch It Up for sponsoring our episode, really excited about this new partnership. #indiancricketteam #indiancricket #englandcricket #EnglandCricketTeam #rohitsharma #ravindrajadeja #sarfrazkhan #shubmangill #yashsvijaiswal #mohammedsiraj #markwood #benduckett #india #rajkot Music: bensound.com

A fantastic test match between India and England in Vizag. Amazing performances from Jaiswal, Bumrah and Gill ensured that India got over the line against England. Are the places of Rohit Sharma and Sheryas Iyer under pressure in this Indian team? Who makes way for Kohli, Rahul and Jadeja in the 3rd test match. Callum and Louie discuss all the action from India. #cricket #testcricket #indiancricketteam #englandcricketteam #englandcricket #yashsvijaiswal #jaspritbumrah #shubmangill #vizag #india #zakcrawley #jimmyanderson Music: bensound.com

Australia had a convincing series against an underperforming West Indies. Excellent opportunity for Australia to introduce 4 new debutants in Xavier Bartlett, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Will Sutherland and Lance Morris. Certainly a lot to like from an Australian perspective. Callum and Louie look at the positives and negatives for both teams and look at the long term future of both sides as we look ahead to the Champions Trophy (Pakistan 2025) and the World Cup (South Africa 2027). #AustralianCricketTeam #cricketaustralia #WindiesCricket #xavierbartlett #jakefrasermcgurk #cricket #odicricket #australianmenscricketteam Music: bensound.com

What a performance from England to take a 1-0 series lead in the first of 5 test matches in Hyderabad. Spectacular performances from Ollie Pope (196) and Tom Hartley (7/62 on debut) to get England over the line with some excellent captaincy from Ben Stokes. What does the result of the first test match mean for India? Did they get their team selection right? How big is the loss of Virat Kohli? So much to talk about from just the first test match of the series. #indiancricketteam #englandcricketteam #olliepope #tomhartley #benstokes #joeroot #klrahul #ravindrajadeja #viratkohli #rohitsharma #testcricket #cricket Music: bensound.com

What a day of test match cricket at The GABBA. Shamar Joseph battles crippling injury to take 7/68 to bowl Australia out 8 runs short of victory. What a performance from Shamar Joseph but does this mean there are cracks starting to appear in this Australian team? Louis Dade joins Callum on the podcast to talk about all the action from Adelaide Oval and The GABBA. Thanks to Twenty20 Vision for sponsoring this episode! A firing West Indies team makes World Cricket so much better; do you agree? #australiancricketteam #australianmenscricketteam #cricketaustralia #WindiesCricket #westindiescricket #shamarjoseph #adelaideoval #thegabba #testcricket #cricket #cricketfans Music: bensound.com

Deandra Dottin is a female cricketer from Barbados and has been a force in the women's game for a number of years. She made her debut for the West Indies at only 17 years of age. She had to make the difficult choice between athletics and cricket at a young age. After playing for her country for many years, Deandra now plays on the T20 circuit. Deandra is fighting for her fellow female cricketers to receive better pay for the entertainment they provide. Thanks to Macron Adelaide for sponsoring this episode of the podcast. Big shout out to Rory and the team at Podbooth for filming and editing the episode. #deandradottin #westindiescricket #windiescricket #adelaidestrikers #cricket #cricketpodcast #t20cricket #manchesteroriginals #wbbl #thehundred #womenscricket #femalecricket #barbadoscricket #barbados #trinibagoknightriders #CPLT20

Pakistan have arrived on Australian shores for a 3-test series against a powerful Australian line-up. Host, Callum Dunk, and special guest, Rees Williams, discuss the PM's XI game as well as preview the teams ahead of the first test in Perth. Do Pakistan have any hope in this series? Will they even win a session of cricket? Join us to find out and let us know your thoughts in the comments section. Music: bensound.com

A lot has been made of the Mitchell Johnson, David Warner and George Bailey controversy. Did Mitchell Johnson cross the line? Does David Warner deserve to keep his place? Should George Bailey continue to be a selector despite being only recently retired. Let us know your thoughts in the comments section. Music: bensound.com

Ollie Fanshawe is an upcoming blind cricket superstar from Queensland. At the age of 16 he has travelled on 2 overseas tours with the Australian Blind Cricket Team. Ollie tells us how blind cricket is played and how it is different from traditional cricket. Ollie also tells us about his special bat from 'Cooper Cricket' and his bowling machine device from 'Pitch It Up Cricket' Ollie is an impressive young man and he spoke extremely well. We will certainly keep an eye on Ollie in the National Cricket Inclusion Championships (NCIC) in January in QLD. Music: bensound.com

The KFC Big Bash League (BBL) is just around the corner. First game on Thursday night between the Melbourne Stars and Brisbane Heat. Special guest, Rees Williams, and host Callum Dunk preview all eight teams and give some predictions about the tournament. Music: bensound.com

Running a BBL club is not an easy thing to do. There is so much involved with a club behind the scenes and in the day to day operations of a club. Blair Crouch does exactly that for the Melbourne Stars in the WBBL and BBL competitions. Blair talks us through the challenges of list management and salary cap management, as well as the impacts of various rule changes on the BBL. #melbournestars #starsbbl #BBL #WBBL #glennmaxwell #marcusstoinis #beauwebster #harisrauf #harrybrook #usamamir #liamdawson #tomrogers #kfcbbl #t20cricket #cricket #playcricket #melbourne #melbournecricketground Music: bensound.com

The ICC 50-Over World Cup for 2023 is sadly over, but what a tournament it has been. Australia ended taking home the trophy but there is so much more to talk about. India played so well this tournament but fell over at the last hurdle. England and Pakistan were both disappointments in this world cup. South Africa fell over in the semi-finals once again. Afghanistan was the good news story of the tournament. Join Callum and Louis as we discuss all of the action from India over the last 6 weeks.

Nicola Hancock is a fast bowler for Queensland Cricket and the Brisbane Heat. She started her journey in the backyard with her brother Jake and has since progressed into state cricket, she has also gone onto to play for Australia A. Nicola discusses the importance of the mental side of cricket and talks about executing skills under pressure. A great role model for women's cricket and someone that young girls can look up to. Thanks to Macron Sports Hub Adelaide for sponsoring the episode. Big thank you to Rory and the team at PodBooth for putting the episode together. Shout out to Michael Oakes and the team at Elevation Sports Agency for helping to arrange the interview. #nicolahancock #queenslandcricket #brisbaneheat #wbbl #fastbowler #fastbowling #cricket #t20 #t20cricket

What a magical performance by Australia against an incredibly talented Indian side. What an innings by Travis Head and he was perfectly supported by Marnus Labuschagne. Host, Callum Dunk, is joined by Louis Dade to discuss all the major talking points from the final.

Mark Cosgrove (Cozzie) is a beloved figure in South Australian cricket. He burst onto the scene as an 18-year-old playing for South Australia. At 21, he got called up to the Australian Men's Cricket Team ODI squad and made his debut in the last game of the series and scored 74 on debut in Dhaka. Cozzie talks about playing against Warnie, growing up in the northern suburbs with the Northern Districts Cricket Club - Jets, playing in English conditions and sharing the changeroom with the likes of Gilchrist, Warne, Ponting and Clarke in 2006. Thanks to PodBooth for filming and editing the episode. Please like, comment and share with friends. Thanks to Macron Sports Hub Adelaide for sponsoring this episode of the podcast. #markcosgrove #cozzie #northerndistrictscc #northerndistrictscricketclub #cricket #firstclasscricket #cricketaustralia #cricketsledges #countycricket #ODIcricket

Mark 'Hags' Harrity was a tearaway fast bowler for South Australia in the 90's and early 2000's. He was fast, aggressive and passionate about his cricket. He played over 80 first class matches and played for Australia A on multiple occasions. Now days, Mark is the head coach of the Darren Lehmann Cricket Academy and West Torrens District Cricket Club. He is also the current coach of upcoming South Australian superstars, Spencer Johnson and Daniel Drew.

The Ashes is now over, the incredible series between Australia and England finished at with a scoreline of 2-2. Dunky is joined by TikTok stars, Will Taylor and Jarra Davis (Div 12 Ressies). We discuss the major talking points from the series including the stumping of Jonny Bairstow, Cummins captaincy and tactics, as well as the inclusions of Mark Wood and Chris Woakes. Let us know your thoughts about the series in the comments section below!

Host, Callum Dunk, and special guest 'Louis Dade' review the first 2 Ashes test matches at Edgbaston and Lord's. We talk about team selections, whether Jonny Bairstow's dismissal was in the 'spirit of the game', incredible innings by Ben Stokes and Steve Smith. We discuss the lack of class shown by the MCC Members towards the Australian players. We also preview the 3rd test at Headingley. Music: bensound.com #theashes #ashescricket #testcricket #cricket #benduckett #zakcrawley #olliepope #joeroot #harrybrook #benstokes #jonnybairstow #moeenali #ollierobinson #stuartbroad #jimmyanderson #markwood #australiancricketteam #englandcricketteam #davidwarner #usmankhawaja #marnuslabuschagne #stevesmith #travishead #camerongreen #alexcarey #patcummins #nathanlyon #JoshHazlewood #scottboland #mitchellstarc #inthecordoncricketpodcast

Special edition of 'In The Cordon' as Callum previews 'The Ashes' with Matt Hunter from the The Maximum Cricket Podcast. We talk about the major discussion points of this series including the schedule of 5 test matches in 6 weeks, Moeen Ali's rapid return to the England test team, and David Warner vs Stuart Broad. Let us know in the comments about who will win the series, the scoreline, your leading run-scorer and leading wicket taker. #theashes #ashescricket #testcricket #cricket #benduckett #zakcrawley #olliepope #joeroot #harrybrook #benstokes #jonnybairstow #moeenali #ollierobinson #stuartbroad #jimmyanderson #markwood #australiancricketteam #englandcricketteam #davidwarner #usmankhawaja #marnuslabuschagne #stevesmith #travishead #camerongreen #alexcarey #patcummins #nathanlyon #JoshHazlewood #scottboland #mitchellstarc #inthecordoncricketpodcast #maximumcricketpodcastMusic: bensound.com

On episode 2 of 'In The Cordon' we are joined by Brisbane Heat and Queensland Cricket opening batsmen, Josh Brown. Josh is a Queensland bat maker for Cooper Cricket who has starred for the Brisbane Heat during his first Big Bash season. Find out more about the mindset of a T20 batsmen whose job it is to hit the boundaries from the first ball he faces. Josh talks about his transition from Queensland grade cricket to an elite sporting environment. We also discuss the IPL taking over the T20 cricket landscape.

Chadd Sayers is a former Australian test cricketer who persisted for many years in grade cricket. He toiled away in first class cricket season after season for South Australia, before he made his test-match debut for Australia against South Africa in 2018. With host, Callum Dunk, Chadd talks about life post-cricket and he discusses his relationships with teammates and he previews the Ashes against England. We would like to thank the sponsor of this episode, Ray White Henley Beach. As this is our first episode we would appreciate it if you support the podcast by sharing with your family and friends. It will only help the podcast to grow to a bigger audience. #chaddsayers #testcricket #firstclasscricket #gradecricket #professionalcricketer #cricketer #cricketfans #cricketlovers #cricket #fastbowler #fastbowling #testcricketer