World Cricket Show

Adam & Tony discuss a terrific first Test between England and the West Indies, as cricket returns for the first time since the start of the pandemic.How good is it to have cricket again? Was it strange without a crowd? And should England get a free pass for an underwhelming performance, or should Buttler, Denly and co be in the spotlight?Plus, thoughts on home umpires and DRS, Stuart is in the Diary Room, and we make our live commentary debut to very little fanfare.All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show - the podcast that's recorded fast but built to last.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cricket's back! And we've got lots to say about it.Adam & Tony launch into a mammoth preview of England v West Indies, as international cricket returns for the first time since the start of the pandemic. What should we expect from the series? Do we need to manage our expectations when it comes to the quality of cricket? And is this a great opportunity for West Indies to win a series in England?Plus, one last lockdown nostalgia dive, with the long-awaited GOAT debate (and composite XI) between the great West Indies and Australia sides.All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show - support what we do at patreon.com/cricketshow  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony review the sports documentary the whole world is talking about: Fire in Babylon. Charting the rise and eventual dominance of the great West Indies side in the late 70s and early 80s, it's a fascinating look at one of the great sports teams in history. Plus, it's a good excuse to lean further into nostalgia, this time for an era we weren't even around for.Also this week, thoughts on the ECB's plans to get the international summer up and running by July, and a brilliant email from a listener about a dream starring Tony Curr.All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show - support what we do at patreon.com/cricketshow  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sinking ever deeper into nostalgia, Adam & Tony cast their minds back to 2001, and India's incredible series victory over Steve Waugh's great Australian side. At the time it was hailed as one of the best Test series of all time - 19 years later, does that still seem true? And can you trace the rise of modern Indian cricket back to that moment?They then jump forward a few short months to the summer of 2001, when Adam, Tony, and London correspondent Gordon Macrae were involved in some cricketing action of their own that was equally unforgettable.KOLKATA 2001 HIGHLIGHTS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQGTXhqVmCQ&t=2175sCHENNAI 2001 HIGHLIGHTS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Xq9tGXTDfwISLE OF WIGHT PHOTOS: https://imgur.com/a/lOQP04BAll this and more on the latest World Cricket Show. Stay cool, stay in school, and stay safe.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On lockdown pod #2, Adam & Tony discuss 'The Test', the Amazon documentary charting the Australian team's comeback from the sandpaper scandal. Is it good? How do the Aussies come across? What kind of insight does it give to an international dressing room? And other important questions.Plus, an interview with Guernsey stalwart Will Peatfield on life as an associate cricketer.All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

With cricket suspended all over the world, Adam & Tony cast their minds back to the 2005 Ashes, picking out their favourite moments and trying to determine whether it really was the best 'thing' ever.We hope to keep the podcast going during this very difficult period - so send us your ideas for what we could talk about!Sending love and solidarity to healthcare workers and human beings everywhere.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony dive into a bucket of stories from around the cricketing world, starting with New Zealand's clean sweep of world number ones India. Is this the best New Zealand side ever? And did Kohli cross the line in his 'send-off' of Kane Williamson?Plus, thoughts on an eventful Women's T20 World Cup, another injury to Mark Wood, some rare English success in Australia, and why Tony can lay claim to being 'the cool one'.All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show - support what we do at patreon.com/cricketshow  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony unpack an eventful few weeks in South Africa, where England have claimed a rare overseas victory. How good is Wood? How worried should we be about the Proteas? And all of a sudden, do England actually look quite good...?Plus, thoughts on a crazy T20 series in New Zealand, as well as everyone's favourite non-controversial topic: the Mankad.All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show - support what we do at patreon.com/cricketshow  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony look back on an enjoyable Boxing Day Test at Centurion, where South Africa wrapped up a convincing victory over England. With their backroom issues resolved, are the home side back on track? And are England on the struggle bus away from home again? Or do they have actually some decent excuses this time?Plus, thoughts on the ICC's plans to roll out 4-day Tests. As bad an idea as it seems? Or could there be an upside?All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show - support what we do at patreon.com/cricketshow  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What's this in your stocking...? As a special Christmas treat, Adam & Tony head to their favourite tea room on Guernsey's west coast to select a Test Team of the Decade. Who's made the cut? Who's been shockingly left out? And who'll pay for the tea? Listen to find out!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

"Merry Christmas!" "Thanks!"Adam & Tony unwrap a bumper festive podcast. Cricket writer Tim Wigmore dials in to discuss his new book 'Cricket 2.0' (co-authored with Freddie Wilde) about the past, present and future of T20. How did it go from gimmick to main event? And how are batting and bowling in the format likely to evolve in the future?Plus, thoughts on England's tough trip to New Zealand, the chaos in South African administration, and Test cricket's return to Pakistan, and we pay tribute to Bob Willis, a genuine legend in every sense.All this and more on this World Cricket Show Christmas Special - support the podcast into 2020 at patreon.com/cricketshow  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony take a deep breath and wade into a discussion about the Hundred draft. After the first big televised event, how are things shaping up ahead of next summer's hotly anticipated and not remotely divisive new tournament...?Plus, thoughts on Shakib's ban, South Africa's struggles in India, and Jersey's near miss at the T20 World Cup Qualifier. And Brexit (sort of).All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show - support our crucial work at patreon.com/cricketshow  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony storm back onto the air with hot takes on everything that's been happening around the cricketing world. Is Chris Silverwood the right man for England? Did Australia deserve to win the Ashes (very topical)? And has the whole world come down with Test Championship Fever?Plus, thoughts on Jersey's chances in the UAE, and the latest bright ideas from those brainboxes over at the Hundred.All this and more on the World Cricket Show - support what we do at patreon.com/cricketshow  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony discuss a jaw-dropping Test match at Headingley, where Ben Stokes produced one of the great innings of all time. Better than Botham? Best innings ever? Better than Edgbaston 2005? All the big questions answered.Plus, thoughts on Lyon's missed run out and the longest shower of his life, the genius of Archer, the struggles of Roy and the rest of England's batting, and where it all leaves the Ashes with 2 Tests still to come.All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show - support what we do at patreon.com/cricketshow  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On the eve of the first Ashes Test, Adam & Tony dive headfirst into a full preview of the series. How worried should England fans be about the batting? Is picking Roy the right decision? Is leaving out Archer a mistake? Will Smith and Warner make a big impact on their return? And the key question - who's going to win...?All this and more on this Ashes Preview Special - support what we do at patreon.com/cricketshow  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony try to make sense of a jaw-dropping World Cup final. Do England deserve it? How did Archer, Stokes and Buttler hold their nerve? What of Lovely Kaney and the Kiwis? And is England about to fall back in love with cricket?Plus, thoughts on the World Cup as a whole. Did the format produce better cricket than expected? Who were the best players and the biggest disappointments? And are we ready for the same thing in 2023?All this and more on the World Cricket Show World Cup Review Special. Support what we do at patreon.com/cricketshow  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony reflect on a week where the Cricket World Cup truly came alive. Have England blown it...?Plus, thoughts on Pakistan's comeback and Brathwaite's futile heroics, and Tony literally bores himself to sleep.All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show - support our important work at patreon.com/cricketshow  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony dive into another week of World Cup action. We've reached the halfway stage - is everyone still enjoying themselves? Or is the upbeat narrative starting to shift?Plus, thoughts on Morgan's astonishing blitz, West Indies' disappointing run, Shakib's brilliance, India's comfortable win over Pakistan, the battle for cricketing supremacy in Europe, and Adam's half-impressive half-marathon.All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show - support what we do at patreon.com/cricketshow  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony discuss a busy second week at the Cricket World Cup. Just when the tournament seemed to be building momentum, rain put a bit of a dampener on things - should the ICC have scheduled reserve days? Or is the criticism they're getting unfair?Plus, they turn their attention to the action on the field - India look good, and England have bounced back well. How are things shaping up at this stage? And cub reporter Tony Curr reports from a very wet Hampshire Bowl.All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show - support what we do at patreon.com/cricketshow  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony discuss an eventful first week at the Cricket World Cup. Who's caught the eye so far? Did we underestimate Bangladesh? Were England caught napping by Pakistan? And do we all just need to reserve our judgement on, well, everything?All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show - support what we do at patreon.com/cricketshow  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.