World Cricket Show

Adam & Tony head to the beach to assess what went wrong for England in their chastening Test series defeat to New Zealand. Was this one of the most depressing performances they've ever served up? What's gone wrong with their batting? How good are New Zealand? How enjoyable is Neil Wagner? And lots more questions.Plus, a look ahead to the first ever World Test Championship Final. Who starts as favourites? And would a good final make the WTC a success?All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's the reunion the world's been waiting for. Adam & Tony are back together to deliver a comprehensive preview of England's Test series with New Zealand.What can we expect from this series? New Zealand look extremely dangerous - but how will they fare in English conditions? Are England too focused on the Ashes? And should there have been more than 2 Tests?Plus, our hearts go out to Ben Foakes, and we get very excited about the return of supporters to cricket grounds.All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show - always there for you, and not hosted by James Corden.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony look back on a strange but memorable Test series in India. After a promising start, England crumbled - how critical should we be of their performance? What's gone wrong with the batting? What's gone wrong for Dom Bess? Were there any positives to cling on to? And can we still say they're making progress?Plus - are India invincible at home? Did they actually play well, or was it just Ashwin and Axar? And is Risabh Pant the new Adam Gilchrist?All this and much much more on the latest World Cricket Show.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony look back on a breakneck third Test between India and England in Ahmedabad. The shortest Test since 1935 - what the HELL happened here? Was the pitch to blame? Or are England (and India to an extent) just bad at batting? Did England get their selection wrong, and if so did it matter? And is Ashwin underrated?Plus, Tony finally gets his big break.All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony discuss the second Test between India and England in Chennai, which somehow produced a record number of talking points despite ending in a straightforward win for India. There was controversy over the pitch - but was that warranted? Do England have a problem with their batting? Is their rotation policy under scrutiny? And is it time for the third umpire's role to be reviewed?Plus, thoughts on another thrilling Test in Bangladesh, as West Indies claim a rare series win away from home.All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show - the world's favourite* cricket show.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cricket's on fire...and we're here to talk about it.Adam & Tony reflect on a remarkable first Test victory for England in Chennai. Very few saw that coming...so how did they pull it off? Is Joe Root the GOAT again? Is Jimmy Anderson no longer Jimmy Clouderson? Can they really win the series? And how did Channel 4's free-to-air coverage measure up?Plus, thoughts on Pakistan's triumphant homecoming, and West Indies' astonishing, record-breaking win in Bangladesh.All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony reflect on an extraordinary and historic Test series in Australia, where India came from behind to beat the Aussies 2-1. How on earth did they pull it off? How are Australia (and Tim Paine) looking in the aftermath? And was this the best Test series since 2005?Plus, thoughts on England's impressive-ish win in Galle and New Zealand's rise to number one in the world.All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show. Follow us on Twitter @ashesdaily  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony head to the tearoom to for their annual Christmas Day episode, this time selecting the best ODI XI of the last 25 years.Unwrap and enjoy. Merry Christmas!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony settle in for a bumper Christmas Special of the World Cricket Show, discussing all manner of cricket that's been happening around the world. They start in South Africa, where England's tour has been called off in the wake of positive Covid tests - but before that happened, there was a T20 series which the visitors won 3-0. Were England just too good? Are they favourites for next year's World Cup? Have they got their batting order right? And other important questions.Plus, a full preview of a marquee series between Australia and India, a full review of a comfortable first Test win for New Zealand over West Indies, and thoughts on the World Test Championship as the new ICC chair describes it as 'not fit for purpose'.All this and more on the World Cricket Show Christmas Special. Merry Christmas everyone!  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony reflect on a very strange but certainly memorable and ultimately brilliant summer of cricket in England. Did the quality of on-field action surpass all our expectations? And has cricket been the best post-lockdown sport?Plus: how good are England's white ball teams at the moment? Are Australia among their rivals for the next T20 World Cup? Does Joe Root get in the England ODI team? And Jimmy Anderson took his 600th Test wicket, but did anyone notice?Also this week: the IPL finally bludgeons its way into our hearts (largely thanks to Nicolas Pooran), and we discuss a truly astonishing archaeological find.All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony discuss a thrilling first Test between England and Pakistan at Old Trafford. As the home side pulled off an improbable run chase, did Pakistan blow it, or was it all about the England comeback? Is Woakes underrated? Has Buttler saved his Test career? Is Pakistan's attack one of the best in the world? Is Babar part of the Fab Five? And what's going to happen in the rest of the series?All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show - support what we do at patreon.com/cricketsho  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam & Tony discuss the end to an excellent first post-lockdown Test series, as England complete the comeback and beat the West Indies 2-1. How did they turn things around? Did the Windies just run out of steam in the end? And is Stuart Broad's 500-wicket milestone the most important thing ever, or possibly a tiny bit overblown?Plus, thoughts on the upcoming Pakistan series and David Willey's comeback, and Tony poses for a dreamboat photoshoot.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 another excellent Test match at Old Trafford, where England bounced back to level their series with West Indies. Is Dom Sibley the real deal? Was Stuart Broad out to prove a point? And just how good is Ben Stokes?Plus, thoughts on West Indies' abrupt change in fortunes and whether it's the end of the road for Shai Hope, and we put our bodies on the line for the sake of the podcast in what is most certainly not a day at the beach.All this and more on the latest World Cricket Show - support our vital work at patreon.com/cricketshow  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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.