Best James Buttler Podcasts (2025)

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600: Daniel Norcross meets... James Buttler, the Cricket Badger in a milestone edition 1:11:39

17d ago1:11:39

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It's the 600th Episode of the Cricket Badger Podcast and BBC Test Match Special's Dan Norcross takes the hosting / interview role and takes James Buttler down a cricket memory and podcasting lane. A huge thank you to everyone that has supported the podcast over the years, whether it's as a listener, viewer, fan badger, sponsor or guest. Thanks! The…

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Which players have impressed for England after a winning start to the summer? 41:45

1d ago41:45

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Michael and Nasser take a look back at a winning start for England's men and women to their summer of international cricket on this week's Sky Sports Cricket Podcast. They discuss which players performed well in both red and white ball victories against Zimbabwe and the West Indies and what that could mean for selection for the upcoming series agai…

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602 The Cricket Badger Meets - DAVID WIESE - South Africa, Namibia and T20 franchise air miles! 53:39

5d ago53:39

53:39

Namibia and South Africa international and a veteran of the T20 franchise world, David Wiese joins James Buttler to take on the Cricket Badger 20 Questions about his career in cricket.The Cricket Badger Podcast is sponsored by SeatFrog.com. SeatFrog is the app that helps you upgrade your standard class train tickets to first class for up to 60% off…

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601 TOBY RADFORD - GETTING TO GRIPS - A Unique Breakdown of Batting in Cricket for Coaches & Players 1:03:41

9d ago1:03:41

1:03:41

Batting coach for the stars, Toby Radford returns to the Cricket Badger Podcast to chat to James Buttler about his new book, a second expanded edition. Toby has drawn from his 25 years of coaching players from beginner to international level to put together a comprehensive and accessible guide to batting.The chat centres around the art of batting c…

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Kohli's Test retirement, England's white-ball squads & Zimbabwe return after 22 years 55:51

17d ago55:51

55:51

Former Zimbabwe captain Alistair Campbell joins Nas and Ath on this week's episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast to look ahead to his country's first Test match in England for 22 years. Plus, Nas and Ath discuss the news that Virat Kohli has retired from Test cricket and chat about the England white-ball squad selections. Watch every episode of…

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IPL suspended, India's captaincy changes & the history of Test cricket with Tim Wigmore 50:41

22d ago50:41

50:41

Michael and Nasser are joined by author and journalist Tim Wigmore on this week's episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast. They discuss how cricket is being affected by the ongoing tensions in India and Pakistan, and chat about Rohit Sharma's decision to retire from Test cricket. Plus, Tim tells us about his now book, "Test Cricket - A History" a…

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599: The next 12 months will decide whether BazBall works, wont it? 55:00

24d ago55:00

55:00

James Buttler is joined by Fan Badgers Mark Hilton (briefly), Neil Virani and Anand Bhika to look ahead to England's Test summer. It starts with a one-off Test against Zimbabwe and then a five-match series against India. Then the squad heads Down Under to take on Australia for the Ashes. These are career defining series. The Cricket Badger Podcast …

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598: The Cricket Badger Meets... ANNIE CHAVE 'CRICKET CHANGED MY LIFE - Eleven Personal Journeys' 41:14

27d ago41:14

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Annie Chave returns to the Cricket Badger Podcast to chat about her new book. 'Cricket Changed My Life: Eleven Personal Journeys' by Annie Chave is out now and available to buy in hardback and ebook formats.Buy the hardback for £19.99 including UK p&p: https://www.thenightwatchman.net/buy/cricket-changed-my-lifeBuy the ebook for £4.99: https://www.…

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597:The Cricket Badger meets... TIM WIGMORE - 'TEST CRICKET - A HISTORY' 1:00:03

1M ago1:00:03

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James Buttler chats to author & journalist Tim Wigmore who has taken on and conquered the mammoth task of writing a history of Test cricket. We chat about the book, Test cricket past, present & future, and discuss why it's such an engaging format, indeed many cricket lovers' favourite.The Cricket Badger Podcast is also welcoming SEATFROG.COM as a n…

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Mark Wood opens up on injuries, Ben Stokes and responds to criticism of England training 49:35

1M ago49:35

49:35

England fast bowler Mark Wood joins Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain on this week's episode of the Sky Sport Cricket Podcast. He talks about his string of injuries and describes the frustration of having to deal with yet another setback. Plus, Mark defends the England side against accusations that they don't train hard enough, gives his view on …

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How does the England team get picked? National selector Luke Wright explains all... 49:46

2M ago49:46

49:46

National selector Luke Wright joins Nas and Ath on this week's Sky Sports Cricket Podcast to talk all about how the England sides get chosen. Luke explains what his role involves, responds to criticism of some selections and picks out some of the players he's been impressed by in the opening weeks of the English cricket season. Watch every episode …

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Rob Key: England managing director talks Brook, selection dilemmas & an era defining summer 56:14

2M ago56:14

56:14

Rob Key - managing director of England men's cricket - is the guest on this week's episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast. Nasser and Athers question him on a range of topics, including the decision to give Harry Brook the captaincy of the white ball sides. They also chat about selection dilemmas across all the England teams, which players could…

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Charlotte Edwards: England Women's new head coach talks fitness, captaincy and philosophy 37:22

2M ago37:22

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The new England Women head coach Charlotte Edwards joins Nasser and Athers on this week's episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast. Charlotte explains why now is the right time for her to take the role, and gives her thoughts on the criticism the team have received over their fitness following an Ashes drubbing in Australia. She also pays tribute …

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596: Cricket Badger Meets... JAMIE PORTER - Recruitment consultant to 500+ Essex wickets 34:33

2M ago34:33

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Essex seamer Jamie Porter chats to James Buttler on the Cricket Badger Podcast. About to embark on another summer of county cricket, Jamie will be reunited with Chris Silverwood at Essex. He takes on the Cricket Badger 20 Questions and also chats about his county colleague Sam Cook's England credentials. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc…

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Sam Curran joins the pod! The allrounder talks IPL, Surrey captaincy and cricket rivalry in the Curran family 48:01

2M ago48:01

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Nasser and Athers are joined by Sam Curran who looks ahead to another IPL with Chennai Super Kings and discusses what it's like to play alongside MS Dhoni. He also talks about captaining Surrey, playing for England, and the cricketing success of his whole family. Make sure you don't miss an episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast by giving this s…

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ICC Champions Trophy: What next for England and semi finals preview 34:09

3M ago34:09

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Nas and Ath are in Dubai and are joined by 'friend of the pod', Dinesh Karthik (DK), to look back on England's exit from the tournament and look ahead to India versus Australia, and South Africa against New Zealand in the semi finals of the Champions Trophy. You can follow both matches across Sky Sports.…

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ICC Champions Trophy: England out after dramatic defeat to Afghanistan! 17:49

3M ago17:49

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Nas and Ath give their immediately reaction to Ian Ward, after England’s eight-run defeat to Afghanistan knocks them out of the ICC Champions Trophy. Jos Buttler also joins them to reflect on the loss and his future as Captain. Nas and Ath will be back with a full podcast very soon, so make sure you give this show a follow, so you don’t miss an epi…

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ICC Champions Trophy: England’s thrilling defeat to Australia and India’s win in Pakistan discussed 37:39

3M ago37:39

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Nas and Ath are in different parts of Pakistan, but get together – virtually – to look back on England’s defeat to Australia in the Champions Trophy. They also review hosts Pakistan’s loss to India, as well some of the other matches so far. But have they changed their pre-tournament predictions?By Sky Sports

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Jos Buttler exclusive! England's white ball captain talks performances, McCullum and Champions Trophy 39:26

4M ago39:26

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Nasser and Athers are joined by England's white ball captain Jos Buttler who sheds some light on the team's recent performances, the impact of new head coach Brendon McCullum, and the upcoming Champions Trophy.By Sky Sports

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Buying A Hundred Franchise: Nikesh Arora from the consortium that's invested in London Spirit, on his love of cricket and the sport's future 44:18

4M ago44:18

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This week, Nasser and Athers are joined by Nikesh Arora, CEO of Palo Alto Networks. During a big week of investment into The Hundred teams, he discusses leading the tech consortium that won the bidding war for London Spirit, and the value and impact of live sport. He also talks of his love of the game, and the future of English cricket.…

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595: THE STATE OF ENGLISH CRICKET. Is the future bright or bleak? 1:18:48

4M ago1:18:48

1:18:48

James Buttler is joined by Australian regular Lucas to chat all things England, with the women and men losing heavily and the domestic game being sold to the highest bidders, is the future bright or bleak? Plenty more from around the world too. We discuss TV coverage of the game and also a bit about Australia in Sri Lanka. The current Cricket Badge…

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Mel Jones reveals her role in helping the Afghanistan Women's team play once again and talks Women's Ashes 40:11

4M ago40:11

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Nasser and Athers are joined this week by former Australia Women batter turned broadcaster, Mel Jones to discuss the latest state of play in the Women's Ashes. Mel also discusses her role in helping get some of Afghanistan's female cricketers to safety after the Taliban took control of the country in 2021, how she's helped them settle in Australia …

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The role of a cricket agent explained… Simon Auteri reveals how the game is changing for its star players 37:52

4M ago37:52

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Nasser and Athers are joined by a cricket agent this week to find out more about how the sport is changing for its star players. Simon Auteri, who works for TGI Sports, explains what his job entails and how he represents his players. They discuss how players are trying to take advantage of appearing in franchise tournaments around the world and how…

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The Q&A episode! Athers and Nasser answer your questions! 1:01:08

5M ago1:01:08

1:01:08

Michael and Nasser have opened the mailbag for this episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast to answer questions sent in by YOU, our listeners! They're asked about a range of topics from the Ashes and the future of Test cricket, to whether they've ever fallen out and who would be their dream podcast guest.…

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Graeme Smith: South Africa's former captain talks SA20, World Test Championship and the future for SA cricket 45:58

5M ago45:58

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Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain are joined by South Africa's former captain Graeme Smith to discuss all things South African cricket. With the SA20 tournament about to begin, Graeme discusses his role in the formation of the competition, gives his thoughts on the state of Test cricket, and talks about the current South Africa Test side which ha…

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594: Australia take Sydney Test to take the Border Gavaskar Trophy from India 1:10:46

5M ago1:10:46

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James Buttler is joined by Australian regular Lucas to chat all things Border Gavaskar Trophy after Australia's win in Sydney to take the series 3-1 over India. The current Cricket Badger Podcasts are sponsored by Manscaped.com - quote 'BADGER' to get a 20% discount and free shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho…

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593: OUR 2024 REVIEW OF THE INTERNATIONAL CRICKET YEAR AND AWARDS CEREMONY 1:06:59

5M ago1:06:59

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James Buttler is joined by a wide assortment of fan badgers from around the world as we look back at the year just gone AND hold the Cricket Badger New Year's Award Ceremony. The badgers have secretly voted, those votes have been totted up, and here are the winners. The awards will be for international cricket of all formats: Best Batter Best Bowle…

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Ravi Ashwin: "I gave it my all" | India legend joins the pod after announcing international retirement 1:01:47

5M ago1:01:47

1:01:47

India great Ravi Ashwin speaks exclusively to Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain on the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast, just a few days after retiring from international cricket.By Sky Sports

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592: England name ODI / T20I squad for India and Champions Trophy 41:47

5M ago41:47

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James Buttler is joined by Australian regular Lucas to discuss England's squad for the Champions Trophy and also the Boxing Day Test in the battle for the Border Gavaskar Trophy. The current Cricket Badger Podcasts are sponsored by Manscaped.com - quote 'BADGER' to get a 20% discount and free shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas…

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591: Cricket Badger meets STEPHEN CHALKE - 'One Hell of a Life: Brian Close: Daring, Defiant and Daft'' 59:28

5M ago59:28

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James Buttler is joined by cricketer writer Stephen Chalke to chat about his new book about one of the greatest players and characters the game has seen. Brian Close's incredible career and exploits are chronicled in the new book 'One Hell of a Life: Brian Close: Daring, Defiant and Daft'. The current Cricket Badger Podcasts are sponsored by Mansca…

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590: New Zealand bite back in Hamilton as Gabba Rain ruins Australia third Test hopes 1:07:34

6M ago1:07:34

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James Buttler is joined by Australian regular Lucas to chat all things New Zealand vs England and Australia vs India. With New Zealand dominant in Hamilton and England taking the series 2-1, what have England learned? Jacob Bethell has a future. Why did Ben Stokes overbowl himself? What mark would England get out of 10 in 2024? And, with Brisbane r…

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England hammered in Hamilton, but win NZ series 2-1 | Reflections on an "up and down" tour 38:11

6M ago38:11

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Nas & Ath react to England’s heavy Hamilton defeat, consider what’s next for Zak Crawley and discuss the emergence of Jacob Bethell. All in the context of an excellent away series win.By Sky Sports

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589: England seal series with Wellington win. Australia win in Adelaide to make it 1-1 with India 59:46

6M ago59:46

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James Buttler is joined by Australian regular Lucas and welcomes back New Zealand's Michael Wagner to chat all things New Zealand vs England and Australia vs India. With both Tests won inside three days it's wins for England and Australia and what next for India and New Zealand. The current Cricket Badger Podcasts are sponsored by Manscaped.com - q…

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588: Harry Brook the difference. Australia boomerang back into BGT Contention NZvENG AUSvIND 48:21

6M ago48:21

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James Buttler is joined by fan badgers Neil and Lucas to look back at day one in the second Tests in the New Zealand vs England and Australia vs India series. Loads to talk about, as always! The current Cricket Badger Podcasts are sponsored by Manscaped.com - quote 'BADGER' to get a 20% discount and free shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. …

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587: New Zealand v England second Test preview PLUS Australia v India BGT 1:00:35

6M ago1:00:35

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James Buttler is joined by Australian fan badger Lucas to chat all things New Zealand vs England and Australia vs India. The discussion includes slower over-rates, whether Australia are as good as they think they are, and who wins the second Test in each series. The current Cricket Badger Podcasts are sponsored by Manscaped.com - quote 'BADGER' to …

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Legendary commentator Ian Smith joins the pod to talk NZ vs England, cricket evolution and 'the barest of margins' 47:18

6M ago47:18

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Nas and Ath are joined by legendary New Zealand commentator Ian Smith on this week's episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast. Ian gives us his thoughts after England won the first Test at the Hagley Oval to lead the series 1-0, and talks about how the game has changed in the years he's been working on it. Plus Ian talks us through his memorable c…

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England in NZ, India hammer Australia & Sophie Ecclestone exclusive interview 44:11

6M ago44:11

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Nasser and Michael are back on this week's Sky Sports Cricket Podcast to preview the 1st Test between New Zealand and England at the Hagley Oval. They also discuss India's sensational victory against Australia in the first match of their Test series in Perth, and Nasser chats with England Women spinner Sophie Ecclestone as they get their multi-form…

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Former bowler Simon Doull talks all things New Zealand cricket, historic Test series win in India & the upcoming battle against England 46:46

6M ago46:46

46:46

Nasser and Athers rope in cricketer turned commentator Simon Doull to talk all things New Zealand cricket. They discuss the Black Caps' historic Test series win in India, the upcoming retirement of Tim Southee, and look ahead to the England series, which starts next week.By Sky Sports

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586: The Cricket Badger meets TANYA ALDRED - CRICKET and CLIMATE CHANGE 34:31

7M ago34:31

34:31

James Buttler is joined by journalist Tanya Aldred of The Next Test to discuss what cricket can do to tackle climate change. The Next Test is a hub for climate concerned cricket players, clubs and fans. They are a non-profit organisation, providing climate education and resources and collaboratively seeking climate solutions within the world of cri…

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England's spin conundrum, central contracts and a tour of New Zealand 35:31

7M ago35:31

35:31

Nas and Ath are back in the UK to review England's tour of Pakistan and whether spin really is the current team's 'kryptonite'. They also chat about the players who've received central contracts from the ECB, and those who've missed out. Plus they look ahead to England's next Test series - away in New Zealand.…

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585: PAKISTAN v ENGLAND Third Test REVIEW - Pakistan take series against lacklustre England 1:21:05

7M ago1:21:05

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James Buttler is joined by Australian fan badger Lucas and former player Azeem Rafiq to look back at the third Test between Pakistan and England in Rawalpindi. Player of the Series Sajid Khan took match figures of 10/197 and Noman Ali 9/131, while Saud Shakeel was Player of the Match for his brilliant 134. Pakistan won the Test by 9 wickets to take…

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NZ are world champions, India all out for 46 and pitch preparations in Rawalpindi 30:12

7M ago30:12

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Ahead of England's third and decisive Test in Pakistan, Nasser and Athers look ahead to the action in Rawalpindi, discuss the home side's pitch preparations and the selections for both teams. Plus, they chat about New Zealand's Women's T20 World Cup triumph, India being bowled out for 46 against New Zealand's men and look ahead to England's upcomin…

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584: PAKISTAN v ENGLAND Second Test REVIEW - Multan 2.0 allows Sajid and Noman to spin 1:03:14

8M ago1:03:14

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James Buttler is joined by Australian fan badger Lucas to look back at the second Test between Pakistan and England in Multan. The same pitch and a totally different Test provided a much more entertaining match. Player of the Match Sajid Khan took match figures of 9/204 and Noman Ali 11/147, while Kamran Ghulam became the 13th Pakistan batter to sc…

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The 'business end' of the Women's T20 World Cup, Root's greatness and England ready to go again in Multan 34:37

8M ago34:37

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Athers and Nasser are in Multan ahead of England's second Test against Pakistan after their remarkable victory in the first match. They discuss Joe Root's continuing form with the bat, Harry Brook's extraordinary innings and where Pakistan need to improve. Plus they chat about the Women's T20 World Cup where England are facing effectively a knockou…

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583: PAKISTAN v ENGLAND first Test REVIEW - Root and Brook achieve the impossible in Multan 53:33

8M ago53:33

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James Buttler is joined by Australian fan badger Lucas to look back at the first Test between Pakistan and England in Multan. An amazing match saw England become the first team in history to concede 500+ in the 1st innings and go on to win. Records tumbled as Harry Brook (317) and Joe Root (262) added 454 for the 4th wicket. England won by an innin…

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The end of the English cricketing summer, but the start of men's tour of Pakistan & the women's T20 World Cup! 37:45

8M ago37:45

37:45

Nas and Athers round up the summer of cricket, and talk to Urooj Mumtaz ahead of England Men’s Test tour to Pakistan and the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.By Sky Sports

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Dom Sibley talks Surrey's County Championship hat-trick, changes in technique and his England career 46:20

8M ago46:20

46:20

Nas and Athers chat with Dom ‘The Vicar’ Sibley after Surrey successfully retain another County Championship title. They discuss his personal performance and the changes he has made in his technique and mindset.By Sky Sports

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Ricky Ponting joins the pod! | Plus, first England Test defeat of the summer and farewell Mo 45:27

9M ago45:27

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Nas and Ath are with you the morning after the day before, as England suffer their only Test defeat of the summer to Sri Lanka. Plus, we pay tribute to the retiring Moeen Ali, and with Australia back in the UK, Ricky Ponting talks about facing England in the ODIs and looks ahead to India at home.By Sky Sports

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582: ENGLAND v SRI LANKA third Test REVIEW #ENGvSL 56:03

9M ago56:03

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James Buttler is joined by Australian fan badger Lucas to look back at the third Test between England and Sri Lanka at Lord's. Sri Lanka showed huge fight to beat England by 8 wicket. England win the series 2-1. The current Cricket Badger Podcasts are sponsored by Manscaped.com - quote 'BADGER' to get a 20% discount and free shipping. Learn more ab…

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581: The Cricket Badger meets... ALAN BUTCHER 1:02:19

9M ago1:02:19

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Alan Butcher has done pretty much everything in cricket. He's played for England, Surrey and Glamorgan. He's from a cricket family - his brothers Ian and Martin played county cricket too. His children Mark, Gary and Bryony achieved success as players. And Alan has also coached Surrey and Zimbabwe. In this interview, Alan meets James Buttler and tak…

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