World Cricket Show

This podcast lark really is snow joke. On the pod this week, host Adam and loose cannon Tony discuss another ODI series defeat for England in India. How disappointed should English supporters be with this display? Does it spell the line for any particular players (cough Jade Dernbach)? And does the performance of Joe Root offer encouragement going forward? In addition, there's analysis of New Zealand's remarkable one-day win in South Africa, and, building on last week, further exploration of the idea of a two-division Test championship. Also this week: Tony's attempts to do Adam's job end in spectacular failure Victory for the African Alliance at the Snow Cricket World Cup Mr Root the Allotment Manager Adam attempts a new accent, with extraordinary results Tony chooses to spend Blue Monday in arguably the most depressing way imaginable All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - has he...  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Freeze-y come, freeze-y go. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony discuss the fluctuating start to England's one-day series in India? After their big win in Kochi, do India have the momentum? Does Jade Dernbach deserve a place in the team? Ditto Craig Kieswetter? And is Ravi Jadeja finally establishing himself for India? In addition, there's an autopsy on another New Zealand horror show in Port Elizabeth, and a listener question sparks a debate about the concept of a two-division Test championship. Is that something that could ever happen? And would it be a good idea if it did? Also this week: Tony makes fun of Adam's winter wardrobe Jesse Ryder wants a fight with Andrew Flintoff High roller Tony wins himself a fortune betting on the second ODI More swipes at the Daily Express Adam throws snowballs at lorries and gets shouted at All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - it's winter, but...  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

New year, same old voices. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony inspect the wreckage of New Zealand's 45 all out in Cape Town. Just what the blazes happened there? Was it an aberration, or part of a more worrying pattern for the Kiwis? And might this Vernon Philander guy be quite good? In addition, there's analysis of Australia's clean sweep of Sri Lanka, and a look ahead to England's one-day series in India. Can the tourists repeat their Test success? They've rested three of their most senior players - is that sensible with such a big prize on the line? And will India's batsmen start to live up to their billing? Also this week: Christmas songs in January are about to break Adam Tony thinks it's summer already Shane Warne gets fired up Umpire cam is like something from a horror movie Tony makes Adam pay for two full English breakfasts at the same time All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket...  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Lad around with the World Cricket Show. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony are joined by London correspondent Gordon Macrae for the 2012 edition of their award-winning review of the year. Amongst other things - England. Does victory in India atone for the earlier struggles? Which players have impressed? And what does 2013 hold in store? In addition, there's analysis of the fortunes of all the other big Test teams. Are South Africa set for a long spell at the summit? What to make of Australia's year? Will Pakistan continue their world-beating form? And after a seismic defeat, what do India do now? Also this week: Adam is terrible at opening Christmas presents Gordon lives in London, but doesn't like to mention it Tony struggles to remember anything ever Adam subjects Gordon to a Paxman-esque grilling Everybody lads about like the massive lads they are All this and more on this very special Review Of The Year...  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I'm dreaming of a (World Cricket Show) Christmas. Or something. On this very special Christmas special, Adam and Tony reflect on England's historic series win in India. Ignoring Tony's weak attempts to claim that he sort-of-predicted this, nobody really saw this result coming - how did England manage to pull it off? And where does it leave them as they look ahead to further challenges next year? Plus, what about India? They can no longer pretend there aren't big problems in the team - has the time finally come to move on from the galacticos? Has even MS Dhoni reached the end of the road? Also this week: Tony has only ever read one book Adam is always happy to take credit for work he hasn't done The majority of 2012's biggest celebs are in the studio A fire alarm causes mayhem All this and more on this World Cricket Show Christmas special - merry Christmas to one and all, and everyone else too.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's beginning to look a lot like cricket. Or something. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony discuss England's remarkable victory in Kolkata. Was this even more impressive than Mumbai? Can anything more be said about Alastair Cook? And where do India go from here? In addition, there's a characteristically meticulous preview of Australia's home series with Sri Lanka. Recalling Phil Hughes is a brave move, but is it the right one? Should Michael Clarke be batting higher? And can Rangana Herath spin Sri Lanka to an upset? Also this week: Adam is driven to despair by early noughties pop hits Tony bowls the London correspondent round his legs Shane Warne threatens a comeback, then gets tonked around Spin bowling reality shows Tony listens to Switch Hit in his headphones All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - celebrate Christmas with a WCS T-shirt, available at www.cricketshow.net  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tis the season....for cricket and stuff. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony reflect on South Africa's crushing win in Perth. Was this a case of the real South Africa turning up at last? Or do the Aussies have cause to be disappointed? Not the way Ricky Ponting would have wanted to sign off his career - how much will Australia miss him? And where does he sit in the pantheon of great players? In addition, there's a look ahead to the Test match in Kolkata, and analysis of Ashley Giles' appointment as England limited overs coach. Is two coaches a sensible idea? Or could it lead to problems down the road? Also this week: Tony is already angrily bored with the royal baby Freddie Flintoff acquits himself well in his first boxing bout Adam is has problems getting the first posters up Tony's birthday party involves an unusual amount of broken glass All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - buy a...  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Back together, back in business. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony discuss England's sensational Test win in Mumbai. Has there ever been a more satisfying victory for England supporters? How did they turn things around so spectacularly from Ahmedabad? And where do India go from here? Whisper it, but is Tendulkar on the brink? In addition, the dynamic duo turn their attentions to South Africa's extraordinary Adelaide escape. Was that one of the all-time great debuts from Faf Du Plessis? Have Australia squandered their best chance to win the series, or can they still seal the deal in Perth? Also this week: Adam ignores Tony in an airport Jauntily reductive impressions of Scotland and Australia Tony is deeply inconsiderate on aeroplanes Adam starts a one-man Barmy Army in his living room All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - seriously, buy a T-shirt at www.cricketshow.net  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

One is the loneliest number.... On the pod this week, with Tony having swanned off to tour the stand-up circuit in the south of England, Adam soldiers on without him to deliver a comprehensive report on the Test match in Ahmedabad. Did Alastair Cook's extraordinary century rescue some momentum for England? Or will this go down as nothing other than a crushing win for India? And will things follow a similar pattern in Mumbai? In addition, there's analysis of Sri Lanka's big win over New Zealand in Galle, and exciting buildup to the next Australia-South Africa Test in Adelaide. Can the Proteas turn things around? And is Shane Watson's Test future in jeopardy? Also this week: Bolt says no to Warne Things take a strange turn at a Ricky Ponting press conference The Beige Brigade start a cracking Jesse Ryder initiative Tony's long-term WCS future comes under the microscope All this and more on the latest edition of the...  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Party like it's 2007. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony unleash their borderline-too-comprehensive preview of India v England. Can the tourists conquer their spin demons? Might a combination of overconfidence and dressing room disharmony unsettle India? And who's won a coveted place in Adam's composite XI? In addition, there's thorough analysis of the First Test draw in Brisbane. Why were South Africa's bowlers so impotent? Where on earth did Ed Cowan produce that innings from? And can anything stop Michael Clarke? Also this week: Tony's latest craze is running Adam worries that comedians will make fun of him Apparently it sometimes rains in Australia Kevin Pietersen: better than the Lonely Planet Flintoff's comedy panel show gets bad reviews all round All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - for Heaven's sake buy a T-shirt at www.cricketshow.net  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Elect this. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony set aside their differences and reach across the aisle to deliver a comprehensive preview of the marquee series between Australia and South Africa. Can the Aussie pace attack replicate the performances of a year ago? Can the Proteas keep up their world-beating form? And will Hashim Amla get out at any point? Meanwhile, things are hotting up in India, with the first England Test now right up in everybody's grill. Did the tourists learn anything substantial from their second warm-up game? Are we any closer to settling the opener debate? Might Jonathan Trott be a good option at the top? Also this week: Adam can't stay awake past one o'clock anymore Tony banters with Butcher Prince Charles makes regular people say stupid things Adam embarrasses himself buying Harry Potter In-depth election coverage Chaperoning a teenage birthday party is a thankless task All...  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Abandon all hope, ye who enter here. On this terrifying Halloween Special, Adam and Tony discuss a subject so macabre that the mainstream media have all but ignored it - the Kevin Pietersen saga. Have the selectors made the right decision to bring him back? Will a successfully reintegrated KP be vital to England's cause in India? Or will his presence destabilise the squad? Things then take an even darker turn with analsysis of the recently-completed Champions League. Not many people appear to like this tournament - does it have a future in its present form? Or is it time to go back to the drawing board? Also this week: Adam dusts off some side-splitting Halloween material Tony won't stop talking...  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rockin' all over the World Twenty20. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony reflect on West Indies' remarkable World T20 triumph. How on earth did they turn around a game that looked gone? Will Marlon Samuels' innings go down as one of the great knocks in a world final? Will the win be enough to silence Darren Sammy's critics? And could this be the dawn of a bright new day for West Indies cricket? In addition, there's more a general report card on the tournament. Will it be remembered as a success? How many enthusiastic thumbs up will Tony give it out of ten? And who's secured a coveted spot in Adam's Composite XI Of The Tournament? Also this week: The Fantasy League draws to an end, and it's not good news for Tony Vim, and other Words That Adam Doesn't Like Tony organises his mind like Benjamin Button Everybody needs a break All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - don't forget us, please.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Talk about the World Cricket Show.... On the pod this week, Adam and Tony continue their peerless coverage of the World Twenty20 with a look ahead to the knockout rounds. Will home crowds spur Sri Lanka to the title? Or will Pakistan's bowling unit have too much for them? Can Shane Watson do it all on his own for Australia? Or will Gayle blow them away? In addition, there's analysis of England's disappointing exit from the tournament. What went wrong for the 2010 champions? Why was the top order batting so weak? Was it a problem of planning, application, selection? Or was it simply a case of the dice not falling their way this time round? Also this week: Adam is thinking of going into advertising, and with some of his slogans you can see why Nasser is very much in love Tony tries somehow to claim that he should be applauded for picking New Zealand as semi-finalists, even though they didn't get there Adam might be wanted by the...  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Crash, bang, please don't say wallop. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony continue their award-winning analysis of the World Twenty20. The group stage is over - which teams have emerged as the leading contenders? Can South Africa finally capitalise on a strong start to a global tournament? Or might this be West Indies' moment? And can Lasith Malinga get it together in time to revive Sri Lanka? England's surrender to India has got everyone depressed - but is all hope lost? Or can the holders bounce back? Also this week: A double dose of satire Apocalyptic weather makes Adam feel old Fantasy league update Tony is oddly tight-lipped about the wedding he attended Adam has lost all patience with Bumble All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - in the immortal words of Bumble: wallop.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Off we go again. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony reflect on the opening matches of the World Twenty20. Sri Lanka and Australia recorded convincing wins, but can you read much into victories over the minnows? Ajantha Mendis was sensational, but will he carry on that form against better teams? And how much of a fright did Afghanistan give India? In addition, there's a look ahead to some of the upcoming matches. Can Bangladesh upset the Kiwis? And are England ready to begin the defence of their crown? Also this week: Adam has lost all patience with Nick Knight Adam has lost all patience with Tony Greig Tony gets a better start in the fantasy league Amusing team names Everyone loves One Direction All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - start the car.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Listen very carefully, I shall say this only once. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony unleash their spectacular World Twenty20 preview. There's a meticulous breakdown of every team's chances, starting with England. Can they defend the crown they won in 2010? Can Stuart Broad be the new Paul Collingwood? And is Jos Buttler now arguably the best T20 batsman in the world? Everywhere you look, there's analysis. Can Virat Kohli power India to the title? Will Afridi and Ajmal give Pakistan the edge? Could Sri Lanka rewrite the history books by winning at home? Will Australia be able to outperform their lowly ranking? Oh, it's all just too exciting. Also this week: Tony makes his fantasy league entrance, and immediately gets Adam riled up Cover me, Porkins Tony's failed maritime ambitions, and other pipe dreams Ill-informed speculation about how you become a Red Arrows pilot Sorkin and Brailsford join the...  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

OMG! ROFL! WCS! On the pod this week, Adam and Tony discuss England's ODI draw with South Africa. What, if anything, have we learned from this series? Should England be concerned about their batting? Should South Africa be concerned about theirs? And who has the momintum going into the T20s? In addition, there's analysis of India's thrilling Test win over New Zealand. Will the home team be happy, or just relieved? And are we in the last days of Sachin's career? Also this week: More hard-hitting political satire Cobo Legends seal the title Important World T20 Fantasy League News Possibly the most cursory county cricket nod to date Tony's sorting his life out, but he suffers an in-studio setback All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - buy a freaking T-shirt at www.cricketshow.net  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Call the police! It's the World Cricket Show! On the pod this week, Adam and Tony try to get their heads around the news of the England captain's retirement. What led Andrew Strauss to his decision? Was it the correct one? What legacy does he leave behind? And how will Alastair Cook get on as his replacement? In addition, there's analysis of India's routine win over New Zealand, and a couple of corking Sidenotes involving night cricket in Pakistan and the Television Event Of The Year. Also this week: Adam struggles to keep it together Cobo Legends go from strength to strength, thanks to their talismanic all-rounder Adam mistakenly assumes Tony's mature enough not to mess around with his facebook account Tony's Mickey Pearce persona is a real hit with the ladies All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - oh, and buy a T-shirt at www.cricketshow.net  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's party time! On the very special 150th episode special, Adam and Tony reflect on England's toppling at the summit of the world rankings. What went wrong for the home team in this series? Is Graeme Swann a spent force? Where have all the runs gone? And is time running out for Andrew Strauss? South Africa are the new table-toppers - what makes them so hard to beat? And just how good is their bowling attack? In addition, there's another installment of We Need To Talk About Kevin: The College Years. Following the latest revelations, will KP ever play for England again? Also this week: A cavalcade of stars help celebrate the 150th episode Georgie C gets behind the desk A quite...  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.