In this episode of The Bowler’s Union Podcast, we sit down with former England fast bowler Steve Harmison for an honest, reflective and insightful conversation about life at the very top of the game!

From the intensity of Test cricket and Ashes pressure, to the realities of fast bowling, confidence, mental resilience and transitioning away from playing, Harmy opens up in a way you rarely hear. This is a conversation packed with perspective, humility, and lessons for bowlers at every level.

We talk openly about the demands placed on fast bowlers, how confidence can shift careers, the mental side of performance, and why understanding yourself matters just as much as your action or your pace.

In this episode, we cover:

• What it really feels like to bowl fast for England

• Handling pressure, expectation, and the Ashes spotlight

• Confidence, self-belief, and the mental side of fast bowling

• Managing form, criticism, and tough periods in a career

• Lessons Harmy wishes he’d known earlier

Whether you’re a young bowler, an experienced pro, a coach, or simply a lover of cricket, this episode offers rare insight into the mindset of an elite fast bowler — delivered with honesty, humour, and perspective.

If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world if you left us a 5★ review and shared it with someone who wants to take their bowling seriously.

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All the best, Wrighty & Barks

In this episode, we lay down the fundamental principles every bowler needs to carry into 2026 — the non-negotiables that separate bowlers who drift from bowlers who are trusted under pressure.

We get into: • Taking yourself seriously — and why the right kit actually matters • Training with purpose, not just getting the overs in • Mastering over and around the wicket and knowing when to use each • Developing a class, reliable slower ball you can trust • Using the bouncer effectively as a tactical weapon • Becoming a proactive bowler, not a reactive one • Why top of off is king — and always will be

These are the standards that hold up at every level of the game, year after year. If you want to bowl with clarity, control, and confidence in 2026, this episode gives you the blueprint.

If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world if you left us a 5★ review and shared it with someone who wants to take their bowling seriously.

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All the best, Wrighty & Barks

In this episode, we sit down for our end-of-year debrief — reflecting honestly on 2025 and looking ahead to what 2026 has in store for us and The Bowler’s Union. We get into: Our 2025 reflections — what worked, what surprised us, and what challenged us Guest highlights from the year and why certain conversations really stood out Our lowest moments from 2025! The growth of the pod — including reaching over 9,000 FC wickets and 3,000+ international wickets represented on the show Favourite episodes and standout moments from 2025 Then we look forward to 2026 — what’s changing, what we’re tightening up, and where we want to take the podcast next. If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world if you left us a 5★ review and shared it with someone who loves fast bowling and the game as much as we do. All the best, Wrighty & Barks @lifeofchriswright • @k13bkr • @thebowlersunion

In today’s episode we break down the defining moments from Day 5 of the Ashes Test in Adelaide — the final twists, the pressure phases, and how Australia ultimately got the job done.

We get into:

• Stokes and McCullum speak • England’s final chase — belief, momentum and where it slipped away • Smith top innings and ropey dismissal! • Cummins’ straight back into it! • No matter what there's always a bowling change!

Then we zoom out to the bigger picture — what this result means for the series, the lessons for England heading forward, and how Australia continue to win Tests through pressure, discipline and control rather than chaos.

If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world if you left us a 5★ review and shared it with someone who loves their Ashes cricket as much as we do!

All the best, Wrighty & Barks @lifeofchriswright • @k13bkr • @thebowlersunion

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In today’s episode we break down the key moments so far from the Ashes Test in Adelaide — a match shaped by control, class batting, disciplined bowling and Australia steadily tightening their grip.

We get into:

• Usman Khawaja’s 82 • Alex Carey’s home-ground 106 and how it shifted the game • The around-the-wicket inswing plan • Archers class spell (5–54) • Australia adding 50 crucial morning runs and stretching England at the perfect time

Then we look at the bowling story — Cummins’ control (3–54), Boland’s relentless areas, and Nathan Lyon overtaking McGrath to move into second on Australia’s all-time Test wicket list. We also unpack Pope vs Lyon and what England’s technical battle looks like moving forward.

If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world if you left us a 5★ review and shared it with someone who loves their Ashes cricket as much as we do!

All the best, Wrighty & Barks @lifeofchriswright • @k13bkr • @thebowlersunion

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In a previous episode, we selected the greatest-ever Test bowling attacks from two iconic cricketing nations. South Africa and Australia! Now, it’s time to put those attacks to the test.

In this episode, we simulate a head-to-head clash in India, breaking down who would actually come out on top when conditions, pressure, and numbers really matter.

We dive deep into the data — comparing combined bowling averages, strike rates, economy rates, and total wickets— before layering in context around Indian pitches, match situations, and how these attacks would function as a unit.

This isn’t about nostalgia. It’s about evidence, balance, and suitability.

So which legendary attack takes 20 wickets in India? Who controls the game across five days? And which bowlers become the real difference makers?

A proper cricket debate — backed by numbers, experience, and a bit of imagination.

If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world if you left us a 5★ review and shared it with someone who loves their cricket as much as we do!

All the best, Wrighty & Barks @lifeofchriswright • @k13bkr • @thebowlersunion

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Australia have taken the 2nd Test in Brisbane with a convincing display across four days — disciplined batting, sharper execution, and the big moments falling their way when it mattered. England showed real promise at times… but dropped chances and missed opportunities ultimately told the story of the match.

In today’s episode we break down:

• How Australia controlled the game and closed it out • Stokes talks about pressure in key moments • Where England over-prepared? • What England must fix before the next Test

We’ll also look ahead to the series picture — what changes could be coming, who stands up next, and whether England can hit back from here.

If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world if you left us a 5★ review and shared it with someone who loves their Ashes cricket as much as we do!

All the best, Wrighty & Barks @lifeofchriswright • @k13bkr • @thebowlersunion

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In today’s episode we break down Day 2 of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane — a day defined by control, missed chances, pressure moments and an Australian batting display that swung momentum firmly their way.

We get into:

• Australia's batters all get starts! • England’s dropped chances — the moments that hurt most • Pink-ball phases and why they still matter in this match • And the big question… can England fight back on Day 3?

Then we look ahead to tomorrow — Can England strike early and drag the game back? Does the pink ball under lights offer one last twist? And what total becomes too far beyond reach?

If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world if you left us a 5★ review and shared it with someone who loves their Ashes cricket as much as we do!

All the best, Wrighty & Barks @lifeofchriswright • @k13bkr • @thebowlersunion

This episode is brought to you by Gray-Nicolls. We’re buzzing to be working with them — and you can grab a discount on their gear. Visit: www.gray-nicolls.co.uk Use code: A_TBUP20 at checkout.