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The Surge | Big Bash Podcast
by Cricket Australia
The official podcast of the Big Bash League. Go behind the scenes with insights from the best WBBL and BBL players and experts providing listeners unrivalled insights into the Big Bash.
Episodes
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36. West is best, with Ashton Turner and Bharat Sundaresan
The Perth Scorchers have done it again. Three-time championship-winning captain (and five-time BBL winner) Ashton Turner makes his debut on The Surge to relive his side's phenomenal BBL|15 campaign. Before Ashton, cricket journalist Bharat Sundaresan dials in from Adelaide to give his thoughts on…
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35. BBL|15 Final preview, with Aaron Finch & Joel Davies
It’s been a BBL season to savour, and now there’s just one game to go. Aaron Finch joins us to preview the BBL|15 Final, while Sixers young gun Joel Davies dials in from Sydney, ahead of his team’s trip West to face the Perth Scorchers. EPISODE INDEX: 0:00 - Intro 1:07 - Aaron Finch previews the...
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34. BBL|15 Finals preview, with Jhye Richardson & Peter Siddle
After a wild 40-game regular season, the BBL|15 Finals are here! Perth Scorchers speedster Jhye Richardson dials in ahead of The Qualifier. Melbourne Stars veteran Peter Siddle is also back on the show, ahead of his side’s Knockout Final against the Hobart Hurricanes. EPISODE INDEX: 0:00 - Intro...
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Super Over: Back to blue with Alex Carey
BONUS EPISODE: Australian wicketkeeper Alex Carey joined The Surge after an enormous Ashes series as he returns to play again for his beloved Adelaide Strikers. EPISODE INDEX: 0:00 - Intro 0:15 - Alex Carey joins The Surge 1:15 - How the Aussie keeper prepares for BBL 3:15 - Why Carey is playing...
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33. Mastering T20 cricket, with Glenn Maxwell
The Big Bash is full of memorable moments, and this guest has been involved in many of them. Melbourne Stars superstar Glenn Maxwell joins us on this special edition of the show. The Australian allrounder reflects on his journey in the BBL, and tells us how he's become the cricketer he is today....
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Super Over: Stoinis & Stars reclaim Melbourne
BONUS EPISODE: Stars captain Marcus Stoinis joins The Surge after leading his side to victory in the second Melbourne Derby. Opener Tom Rogers also stops by after striking fifty from just 19 balls. 📲 Download the Big Bash App for everything Big Bash all in one place. https://bigba.sh/App See...
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32. New Year, same crazy BBL season, with Mike Hussey & Mahli Beardman
We’re over halfway through BBL|15, and if this season has taught us anything, it’s to expect the unexpected in the Big Bash! Mike Hussey returns to the desk, while Scorchers young gun Mahli Beardman dials in from Perth to take us through their thrilling win over the Strikers. EPISODE INDEX: 0:00…
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Super Over: Sutherland secures Melbourne Mace
BONUS EPISODE: Renegades captain Will Sutherland and current Golden Bat leader Sam Harper from the Melbourne Stars join Adam White to discuss the Melbourne Derby where Sutherland sealed a famous Renegades victory with a six in front of 68,124 fans at the MCG. 📲 Download the Big Bash App for...
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Super Over: Playing with and against Babar Azam
BONUS EPISODE: Join Sydney Sixers captain Moises Henriques and Melbourne Renegades fast bowler Jason Behrendorff as they discuss Babar Azam's match-winning innings at Marvel Stadium. Alongside host Adam White, the players recap a crucial away win for the men in magenta on this special bonus…
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31. Making your mark in Australia, with Bharat Sundaresan and Jerrssis Wadia
Big Bash is about to enter 2026, and it’s the Melbourne Stars who lead the field in the race to the BBL|15 Finals. Bharat Sundaresan makes his Surge debut at the desk, while Adelaide Strikers sensation Jerrissis Wadia dials in before the annual New Year’s Eve fixture at Adelaide Oval. EPISODE...
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30. Christmas has come early, with Mike Hussey and Nikhil Chaudhary
It may be Christmas Eve, but it feels like Christmas Day has come early on The Surge! Former Australian international and BBL title-winning captain Mike Hussey is back at the desk, while Hobart Hurricanes allrounder Nikhil Chaudhary dials in from Tassie. 0:00 - Intro 0:45 - Mike Hussey returns to...
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29. Hot start to BBL|15, with Peter Siddle and Shadab Khan
BBL|15 is underway and this season's competition is already shaping up as one of the tightest we've seen in the tournament's history. Melbourne Stars fast bowler and former Australian quick Peter Siddle joins us at the desk, while Pakistan allrounder and Sydney Thunder international Shadab Khan...
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Super Over: Shaheen Afridi on playing the BBL
BONUS EPISODE: Adam White sat down for a special chat with Pakistan superstar Shaheen Shah Afridi who chatted through the involvement of Pakistan's best players in BBL|15, growing up and representing his country and why he's chosen to play in the Big Bash. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
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28. BBL|15 preview, with Aaron Finch, Jake Fraser-McGurk and Finn Allen
BBL is back, so it’s time to preview a new Big Bash season! Former Australian and Melbourne Renegades captain Aaron Finch joins us at the desk, as does young gun, Jake Fraser-McGurk. We’ll also cross to Perth to hear from Scorchers international Finn Allen ahead of the opening match of the…
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27. Finals time, with Maitlan Brown
After a rollercoaster WBBL|11 season, the finals are upon us. Sydney Sixers fast bowler Maitlan Brown joins The Surge to discuss an epic ending to the regular season, before giving us an unexpected tour of her backyard - featuring chickens! Alongside host Adam White, the two discuss Maitlan's...
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26. The life of an international cricketer, with Amelia Kerr
One of the world's greatest allrounders joins us on this special episode of The Surge. New Zealand international and Sydney Sixers superstar Amelia Kerr made her debut on the show to talk through her journey to the big time, with a strong emphasis on family and friends. Two-time WBBL champion…
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25. Aussie icons, with Beth Mooney, Alana King and Elyse Villani
Get set to hear from three of the very best players in the history of the WBBL on this episode of The Surge, Big Bash Podcast. Australian and Perth Scorchers teammates Beth Mooney & Alana King are with us at the desk, as is Hobart Hurricanes captain Elyse Villani, who is taking up co-hosting...
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24. Superstars of the sport, with Annabel Sutherland and Laura Wolvaardt
Big Bash season is in full swing and it's time to bring out the big guests! This episode of The Surge features two of the world's finest cricketers who are making waves across international cricket. Adam White and two-time WBBL champion Kirby Short are joined by Melbourne Stars skipper and...
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23. Leadership and life lessons, with Kirby Short And Chinelle Henry
WBBL|11 is underway and there's plenty of stories to talk about! The Melbourne Renegades have started their title defence in style, while Ash Gardner's got the Sydney Sixers off to a perfect start. Kirby Short joins us at the desk to discuss all the hot topics and Brisbane Heat international...
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22. WBBL|11 Preview, with Nicole Faltum & Heather Knight
Big Bash returns, and so does The Surge! Nicole Faltum joins Adam White at the desk to talk through the Renegades' inspirational WBBL|10 triumph, captivated in the new documentary, 'Rise of the Renegades'. The two then preview WBBL|11 with some 'Burning Questions' brought to you by Weber, before...
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21. Draft Recap, with Aaron Finch and Shaheen Afridi
Former Australian T20I and Melbourne Renegades captain Aaron Finch and Adam White discuss all the major talking points from the Big Bash Draft. Pakistan superstar and the No.1 pick in the BBL|15 Draft, Shaheen Afridi joins The Surge to discuss his decision to play in the Big Bash. EPISODE INDEX:...
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20. Big Bash Drafts, with Meg Lanning and Sam Billings
After celebrating two memorable Big Bash champions last summer, it's time to get ready for a new Big Bash season. Join former Australian captain Meg Lanning and Adam White for an exclusive preview of the Big Bash Drafts, set to take place on June 19. Sydney Thunder international Sam Billings also...
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19. BBL|14 Final, with Brad Hodge
Brad Hodge joined Adam White to discuss the historic maiden BBL title for the Hurricanes, Mitch Owen's heroics in the Final and the new Player Movement Window. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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18. Hurricanes hosting, with Brad Hodge
Brad Hodge talks through the results of the Qualifier and Knockout ahead of the last two matches in BBL|14, where the Hurricanes will host The Final and a Sydney Smash to decide their opposition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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17. Finals preview, with Brad Hodge
Brad Hodge previews the BBL|14 finals series in studio with Adam White after a blockbuster last week to decide the final four. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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16. All finals hopes alive! With Brad Hodge and Trent Copeland
Thunder GM, Trent Copeland joins Brad Hodge and Adam White, while all teams' finals hopes are still alive! Copeland details the changing tide at the Thunder as well as the impact of David Warner and the Sam Konstas effect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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15. Smith, Short, Maxwell masterclass, with Peter Siddle and Jordan Silk
Peter Siddle joins Adam White at the desk after a miraculous run of Stars wins, while Jordan Silk joins as special guest to chat all things Sixers and Steve Smith's remarkable return to the BBL! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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14. Switching formats, with Nathan McSweeney and Peter Handscomb
Brisbane Heat championship winning captain Nathan McSweeney joins Peter Handscomb and Adam White on The Surge off the back of a big summer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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13. Thunder heroics, with Mike Hussey
Mike Hussey joined Adam White to cover the Thunder's historic win on the road over the Scorchers plus a whole heap more BBL action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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12. Best BBL catch ever? With Mike Hussey and Chris Jordan
Mike Hussey and Chris Jordan joined Adam White for a mid-season review plus we discuss THAT catch from Glenn Maxwell. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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11. Striking a balance, with Matt Short and Peter Handscomb
Matt Short joined guest host Peter Handscomb and Adam White after the Strikers slow start to BBL|14, discussing his newfound leadership opportunity, the Strikers season and personal form. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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10. Stars rising? With Beau Webster and Brad Hodge
Beau Webster joined Brad Hodge and Adam White to discuss the Stars slow start to BBL|14. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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9. Underway, with Steve O'Keefe and Matt Kuhnemann
Steve O'Keefe and Matt Kuhnemann join Adam White on The Surge to debrief the first couple of BBL|14 matches and look ahead to the Brisbane Heat's season. 📲 Download the Big Bash App for everything Big Bash all in one place: https://www.bigbash.com.au/big-bash-app-redirect Watch REIGNITE: A...
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8. BBL Preview Part 2, With Brad Hodge and Peter Siddle
Part 2 of our team previews where Peter Siddle and Brad Hodge join Adam White to preview the Thunder, Strikers, Hurricanes and Heat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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7. BBL Preview Part 1, With Brad Hodge and Peter Siddle
Peter Siddle and Brad Hodge join Adam White to preview BBL14, hear full reviews on the Scorchers, Stars, Sixers and Renegades. Tune in for Part 2 on the remaining teams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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6. The Renegades become champions, with Courtney Webb, Naomi Stalenberg and Simon Helmot
Renegades coach Simon Helmot and players Courtney Webb and Naomi Stalenberg join The Surge with Kirby Short and Adam White after winning WBBL|10. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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5. MCG Final, with Sophie Molineux
Renegades captain Sophie Molineux joined hosts Kirby Short and Adam White in studio ahead of the WBBL|10 Final at the MCG! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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4. Rolling Thunder, with Georgia Voll
Rising star Georgia Voll joined Kirby Short and Adam White following a few dominant performances for the top of the ladder Sydney Thunder. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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3. West Indian swag, with Hayley Matthews
West Indies captain and global superstar Hayley Matthews joined Holly Ferling and Adam White in studio following leading the Renegades to the highest successful chase in WBBL history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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2. Stars rising, with Kim Garth
Australia and Melbourne Stars bowler Kim Garth joined Kirby Short and Adam White to recap the first week of WBBL|10 as well as look forward to what's coming. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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1. World Cup Champion, with Sophie Devine
World Cup winning captain Sophie Devine joins Kirby Short and Adam White to launch 'The Surge' after a bumper first week of WBBL|10. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The official podcast of the Big Bash League. Go behind the scenes with insights from the best WBBL and BBL players and experts providing listeners unrivalled insights into the Big Bash.
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