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An emotionally rich, moving and nuanced memoir from the Yorkshire and England wicketkeeper. As a young boy of eight, Jonny Bairstow was dealt a cruel blow. His father David 'Bluey' Bairstow, the combative and very popular wicketkeeper and captain of Yorkshire, took his own life at the age of 47. David left behind Jonny; Jonny's sister, Becky, and half brother, Andy; and his wife, Janet, who had recently been diagnosed with cancer at the time of his death.

Every Thursday, Tredge and Wootts will discuss Exeter, cricket and general University life. Prestigious guests from various aspects of the sporting world will feature, sharing stories that shaped their illustrious careers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s more than just a sporting contest. It’s the pride of two nations, where victory couldn’t be sweeter, but defeat is the bitterest taste of all. It’s a rivalry that transcends sport and creates true heroes and villains. This is Legends of the Ashes, hosted by lifelong cricket fan and current Marylebone Cricket Club President, Stephen Fry. This podcast series will delve deep into the stories that make the England versus Australia rivalry one of the greatest there is. Relive incredible matches and history-altering moments with new, revealing insights from cricketing royalty including ...

Andrew 'Freddie' Flintoff is one of the most exciting cricketers in the world and has improved out of all recognition during the last two years. In 2003, he was England's best player at the World Cup. Then, explosively, he lit up the second half of the summer in 2004, lifting spirits at Lord's with a bat-smashing 142. He walked off with the England man of the series award and averages to flaunt. This audiobook marks his story so far in his own words, taking us up to and including the summer of 2005.

Mitchell Johnson is one of Australia's greatest ever fast bowlers. With hundreds of wickets to his name, he struck fear in to batsmen all over the world. But despite the fiery exterior, there was a vulnerable and self-conscious man underneath. Join the legendary quick as he shares stories from his career in the game, speaks to some of Cricket's biggest icons and explains why bowling 150 clicks doesn't make you invincible. Alongside accomplished Cricket journalist Bharat Sundaresan, subscribe to this podcast now to find out more about the man behind the mo. This is The Mitchell Johnson Cricket ...

Welcome to The Cricket Chronicle Podcast, the ultimate audio destination for all things cricket! 🏏 Each week, we dive into the latest updates from the world of cricket, bringing you up-to-the-minute news, match analysis, and exclusive interviews with the stars of the game. Join us as we dissect thrilling finishes, celebrate monumental innings, and analyze strategic masterstrokes. Whether it's the buzz of the IPL, the tradition of the Ashes, or the excitement of the World Cup, we've got you covered. The Cricket Chronicle is your all-access pass to the behind-the-scenes action, the rising ...

The T20 Men's World Cup 2024 promises to be a spectacle like no other, as cricketing powerhouses from around the globe converge for an epic showdown of skill, strategy, and sheer determination. The schedule is packed with thrilling matches, captivating rivalries, and unforgettable moments that will keep fans on the edge of their seats. From the opening ceremony to the final showdown, every match is a chance for teams to showcase their talent and vie for cricketing glory. With a diverse lineup of teams competing across multiple venues, the tournament offers something for every cricket fan, whe

Welcome to the First Umpire Podcast! 🏏Dive into the world of cricket like never before with your hosts, Litesh Gumber and Deepak Goyal. Litesh brings his passion and in-depth interest in cricket, while Deepak, with his experience as a state-level player and district-level opener, adds a layer of professional insight. 🌟Together, they’re here to take you beyond the surface of cricket. Forget the generic talk; we’re here to dig deep. From analyzing players and strategies to uncovering the nuances of the game, our conversations are all about exploring the heart of cricket. 📊🏆We ...

Brian Johnston - aka ‘Johnners’ - the BBC’s long-time cricket commentator, is the umpire in this test of wit and general knowledge, as two teams try to score the highest number of runs under his watchful eye. In these four episodes, team captains Tim Rice and Willie Rushton are joined by Stephen Fry, Paul Merton, Tim Brooke-Taylor, Barry Cryer, Bill Tidy, Caroline Quentin, Bernard Cribbins, and Robin Bailey. But which questions will they go for? The easier ‘single’ worth just one run?

One of SA’s premier cricketing journalist, Neil Manthorp, presents 20 of the Proteas’ landmark cricket matches from the last 20 years to mark the 20th anniversary of our return to international competition (on 10 November 1991 at Eden Gardens, Calcutta). Including new interviews with many of the players involved, this unique and exciting book is a celebration, analysis, and ultimately history of the Proteas since that pioneering series.

Brian Johnston covered cricket for BBC Radio and Television, at home and abroad, beginning in 1946. After Eton, Oxford, and The Guards, he joined the BBC only by chance. In this reading from his book, he covers his career and family life from the start.

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From English cricket's embarrassing failure at the 2015 World Cup to their heart-stopping victory four years later, Nick Hoult and Steve James vividly describe the team's dramatic journey from abject disappointment to finally lifting the trophy. Morgan's Men reveals how the team became the most aggressive limited-overs side in the world, led by their inspirational captain, Eoin Morgan, whose vision and determination to succeed captured the imagination of the nation.  

Green grass, blue skies, white flannels and the gentle thwack of leather on willow: the quintessential image of Englishness that heralds the start of the cricket season. A so-called gentleman's game developed with the principle of fair play at its hearts. All well and true - unless you're a person of colour living in Britain today. Azeem Rafiq, the former Yorkshire cricketer and England youth captain, learnt this the hard way.

Michael Simkins is the ultimate Sunday cricketer - passionate, obsessive, technically inept and hopelessly deluded. When an injury rules him out, he decides to set off on an odyssey across the counties of England. It's a journey that begins at the birthplace of cricket, takes in the burial site of his favourite ground and even stops along the way to flirt with the love child of WG Grace and Kerry Katona that is Twenty20. It ends with the ultimate cricketing zenith - returning to the field of play to bowl an over to Freddie Flintoff in fading light in front of a capacity crowd.

Few sporting records capture the imagination quite like that of the highest individual score in Test cricket. It is the blue riband record of batting achievement, the ultimate statement of stamina and skill. From Charles Bannerman, who scored 165 for Australia against England in the inaugural Test match in 1877, to Brian Lara, who made 400 not out for West Indies against England in 2004, the record has changed hands 10 times.

Discover the fascinating journey of Virat Kohli who burst on to the cricket scene in 2008, as he led India to victory in the Under-19 World Cup. Whether it is knocking the highest number of double centuries in consecutive Test series or the fastest 1,000 runs in ODIs, Kohli has a flair for setting new records. Over the years, he has recharged Indian cricket with a combination of leadership, talent and discipline. 

Daily Mail Cricket Correspondent Paul Newman, Managing Director of England Cricket Rob Key, former England coach David ‘Bumble' Lloyd and former England captain Nasser Hussain get together to talk about the absent friend from this year’s Ashes series, the late, great Shane Warne. 

The Bat For a Chance podcast is a brand new show from the UK based cricketing charity talking to key individuals and stakeholders of the charities work globally.

The Bat For a Chance podcast is a brand new show from the UK based cricketing charity talking to key individuals and stakeholders of the charities work globally.