Best Alec Stewart Podcasts (2025)

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IPL suspended, India's captaincy changes & the history of Test cricket with Tim Wigmore 50:41

8m ago50:41

50:41

Michael and Nasser are joined by author and journalist Tim Wigmore on this week's episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast. They discuss how cricket is being affected by the ongoing tensions in India and Pakistan, and chat about Rohit Sharma's decision to retire from Test cricket. Plus, Tim tells us about his now book, "Test Cricket - A History" a…

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Who next for India after Rohit steps down? 23:09

27m ago23:09

23:09

After Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from Test cricket just a month away from India’s Test tour of England, Henry Moeran is joined by former IPL player Abhishek Jhunjhunwala and commentator Nikesh Rughani. They look back on Rohit’s Test career, find out a bit more about him, and ask who is likely to lead India in England.…

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Buttler bounces back in the IPL 44:24

1d ago44:24

44:24

Henry Moeran is alongside Test Match Special’s Daniel Norcross & Nikesh Rughani to discuss how Jos Buttler has returned to form for Gujarat Titans in the IPL. Is he more confident now the pressure of the England captaincy isn’t there? How can his form help the Titans go for IPL glory? What’s been the response to Jacob Bethell’s 28-ball 50 for Royal…

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Sciver-Brunt named captain as Lord’s hosts 2026 World Cup Final 37:42

7d ago37:42

37:42

Henry Moeran is alongside BBC Sport Cricket writer Ffion Wynne at Lord’s as the ECB & the ICC launch the 2026 Women's T20 World Cup, as it’s announced that the venue will host the final of the tournament. After it was announced that Nat Sciver-Brunt would replace Heather Knight as England captain, what kind of captain would the all-rounder be? Char…

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Mark Wood opens up on injuries, Ben Stokes and responds to criticism of England training 49:35

8d ago49:35

49:35

England fast bowler Mark Wood joins Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain on this week's episode of the Sky Sport Cricket Podcast. He talks about his string of injuries and describes the frustration of having to deal with yet another setback. Plus, Mark defends the England side against accusations that they don't train hard enough, gives his view on …

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14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi stuns the IPL 28:43

9d ago28:43

28:43

After 14 year old Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashed record after record en route to his 35-ball hundred, Henry Moeran is joined by former IPL batter Abhishek Jhunjhunwala and commentator Matt Floyd to find out more about the teenage superstar. We learn more about his back story, how he’s been managed, and how Rajasthan Royals – and Indian Cricket – can l…

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How does the England team get picked? National selector Luke Wright explains all... 49:46

22d ago49:46

49:46

National selector Luke Wright joins Nas and Ath on this week's Sky Sports Cricket Podcast to talk all about how the England sides get chosen. Luke explains what his role involves, responds to criticism of some selections and picks out some of the players he's been impressed by in the opening weeks of the English cricket season. Watch every episode …

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How do you captain England? 53:36

23d ago53:36

53:36

Elly Oldroyd is alongside former England captain Sir Alastair Cook, former England spinner & Question of Sport team captain Phil Tufnell and Sussex T20 captain Tymal Mills to discuss what it takes to captain England. Harry Brook has been appointed England Men’s white-ball captain, and the ECB are in the process of selecting a successor for Heather …

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Rob Key: England managing director talks Brook, selection dilemmas & an era defining summer 56:14

28d ago56:14

56:14

Rob Key - managing director of England men's cricket - is the guest on this week's episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast. Nasser and Athers question him on a range of topics, including the decision to give Harry Brook the captaincy of the white ball sides. They also chat about selection dilemmas across all the England teams, which players could…

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The Cowdrey Lecture Pt 2: What does TMS mean to you? 31:26

1M ago31:26

31:26

We bring you a special episode from Lords, where the TMS team had the honour of hosting the 2025 MCC Cowdrey Lecture. In this second part, Jonathan Agnew is joined by Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell and Ebony Rainford-Brent to discuss what the Spirit of Cricket means to them and their memories of TMS. There’s also chat around who will be England’s ne…

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The Cowdrey Lecture Pt 1: What is the Spirit of Cricket? 34:20

1M ago34:20

34:20

We bring you a special episode from Lords, where the TMS team had the honour of hosting the 2025 MCC Cowdrey Lecture. In this first part, Jonathan Agnew is joined by former England captain Michael Vaughan to discuss what the Spirit of Cricket means to them, reflecting on moments from their playing careers. They also talk about the changing landscap…

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Charlotte Edwards: England Women's new head coach talks fitness, captaincy and philosophy 37:22

1M ago37:22

37:22

The new England Women head coach Charlotte Edwards joins Nasser and Athers on this week's episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast. Charlotte explains why now is the right time for her to take the role, and gives her thoughts on the criticism the team have received over their fitness following an Ashes drubbing in Australia. She also pays tribute …

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Sam Curran joins the pod! The allrounder talks IPL, Surrey captaincy and cricket rivalry in the Curran family 48:01

2M ago48:01

48:01

Nasser and Athers are joined by Sam Curran who looks ahead to another IPL with Chennai Super Kings and discusses what it's like to play alongside MS Dhoni. He also talks about captaining Surrey, playing for England, and the cricketing success of his whole family. Make sure you don't miss an episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast by giving this s…

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Rob Key on England’s Men’s Cricket 52:04

2M ago52:04

52:04

Mark Chapman is joined by Michael Vaughan, Jimmy Anderson and England men’s managing director Rob Key. They talk about where England’s men’s cricket is at the moment – what’s next? How will England look to change the picture across the board? And what will the process be to replace Jos Buttler as white-ball captain?…

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ICC Champions Trophy: What next for England and semi finals preview 34:09

2M ago34:09

34:09

Nas and Ath are in Dubai and are joined by 'friend of the pod', Dinesh Karthik (DK), to look back on England's exit from the tournament and look ahead to India versus Australia, and South Africa against New Zealand in the semi finals of the Champions Trophy. You can follow both matches across Sky Sports.…

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What’s going wrong with English cricket? 54:00

2M ago54:00

54:00

After England crash out of the Champions Trophy, Henry Moeran and the TMS team ask just what’s going wrong at the moment. Across the men’s and women’s teams, England have lost 16 out of the 17 games they’ve played in 2025. Is it an attitude problem? An image problem? Captaincy? Or is there more to it than that? Henry is joined by World Cup winner A…

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ICC Champions Trophy: England out after dramatic defeat to Afghanistan! 17:49

2M ago17:49

17:49

Nas and Ath give their immediately reaction to Ian Ward, after England’s eight-run defeat to Afghanistan knocks them out of the ICC Champions Trophy. Jos Buttler also joins them to reflect on the loss and his future as Captain. Nas and Ath will be back with a full podcast very soon, so make sure you give this show a follow, so you don’t miss an epi…

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ICC Champions Trophy: England’s thrilling defeat to Australia and India’s win in Pakistan discussed 37:39

2M ago37:39

37:39

Nas and Ath are in different parts of Pakistan, but get together – virtually – to look back on England’s defeat to Australia in the Champions Trophy. They also review hosts Pakistan’s loss to India, as well some of the other matches so far. But have they changed their pre-tournament predictions?By Sky Sports

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Jos Buttler exclusive! England's white ball captain talks performances, McCullum and Champions Trophy 39:26

3M ago39:26

39:26

Nasser and Athers are joined by England's white ball captain Jos Buttler who sheds some light on the team's recent performances, the impact of new head coach Brendon McCullum, and the upcoming Champions Trophy.By Sky Sports

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Buying A Hundred Franchise: Nikesh Arora from the consortium that's invested in London Spirit, on his love of cricket and the sport's future 44:18

3M ago44:18

44:18

This week, Nasser and Athers are joined by Nikesh Arora, CEO of Palo Alto Networks. During a big week of investment into The Hundred teams, he discusses leading the tech consortium that won the bidding war for London Spirit, and the value and impact of live sport. He also talks of his love of the game, and the future of English cricket.…

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‘The Hundred’ sales: What does it all mean? 56:50

3M ago56:50

56:50

Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by the BBC’s Sports Editor Dan Roan, Chief Cricket Reporter Stephan Shemilt & TMS commentator Daniel Norcross to analyse ‘The Hundred’ team sales. We’ll hear from ECB Director of Business Operations Vikram Banerjee, as well as Southern Brave & Sussex fast bowler Tymal Mills. We’ll also be answering some of the questions yo…

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Mel Jones reveals her role in helping the Afghanistan Women's team play once again and talks Women's Ashes 40:11

3M ago40:11

40:11

Nasser and Athers are joined this week by former Australia Women batter turned broadcaster, Mel Jones to discuss the latest state of play in the Women's Ashes. Mel also discusses her role in helping get some of Afghanistan's female cricketers to safety after the Taliban took control of the country in 2021, how she's helped them settle in Australia …

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The role of a cricket agent explained… Simon Auteri reveals how the game is changing for its star players 37:52

4M ago37:52

37:52

Nasser and Athers are joined by a cricket agent this week to find out more about how the sport is changing for its star players. Simon Auteri, who works for TGI Sports, explains what his job entails and how he represents his players. They discuss how players are trying to take advantage of appearing in franchise tournaments around the world and how…

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The Q&A episode! Athers and Nasser answer your questions! 1:01:08

4M ago1:01:08

1:01:08

Michael and Nasser have opened the mailbag for this episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast to answer questions sent in by YOU, our listeners! They're asked about a range of topics from the Ashes and the future of Test cricket, to whether they've ever fallen out and who would be their dream podcast guest.…

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No Balls: WAshes stage is set 39:07

4M ago39:07

39:07

Alex Hartley & Kate Cross have a final catch-up before the Women’s Ashes get underway. Kate gives an injury update with the first game right around the corner, and they discuss why women should play more Test cricket. Vote for No Balls in the Sport Podcast Awards 2025 – we’re nominated for THREE categories, and it only takes a minute to vote: Best …

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Graeme Smith: South Africa's former captain talks SA20, World Test Championship and the future for SA cricket 45:58

4M ago45:58

45:58

Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain are joined by South Africa's former captain Graeme Smith to discuss all things South African cricket. With the SA20 tournament about to begin, Graeme discusses his role in the formation of the competition, gives his thoughts on the state of Test cricket, and talks about the current South Africa Test side which ha…

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No Balls: The WAshes await 36:07

4M ago36:07

36:07

Alex Hartley & Kate Cross look ahead to the Women’s Ashes which starts in Sydney which week. They discuss who the star performers might be, and what the mentality is inside the England camp after a dominant tour in South Africa. Plus, Alex has some WAshes predictions. Listen to every ball of the Women’s Ashes from Australia on BBC Sounds, or via th…

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Australia reclaim Border Gavaskar Trophy 36:10

4M ago36:10

36:10

We review another absorbing Test as Australia won by six wickets at the SCG to take the series against India 3-1 and reclaim the Border Gavaskar series for the first time in over a decade. We get analysis from Alison Mitchell, former Australia coach Darren Lehmann and former Australia bowler Stuart Clark. Isa Guha speaks with player of the match Sc…

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Red ball rivalries & white ball worries 49:23

4M ago49:23

49:23

Henry Moeran is alongside the BBC’s chief cricket commentator Jonathan Agnew and TMS statistician Andy Zaltzman to look ahead to England’s Men’s 2025. With a home Test series against India and the Ashes down under at the end of the year, it could prove to be a pivotal year for Ben Stokes as captain.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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The 2024 TMS Awards 54:52

4M ago54:52

54:52

Henry Moeran is alongside commentator Dan Norcross & TMS statistician Andy Zaltzman pick their global cricketing awards for 2024 - the Full Tosscars. Which India bowler has had an incredible year? Which English batter(s) gets nominated for worst shot of the year? And which side goes home with the best win of the year?…

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Ravi Ashwin: "I gave it my all" | India legend joins the pod after announcing international retirement 1:01:47

5M ago1:01:47

1:01:47

India great Ravi Ashwin speaks exclusively to Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain on the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast, just a few days after retiring from international cricket.By Sky Sports

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Joe’s route to success 35:37

5M ago35:37

35:37

2024 is going to be a memorable year for Joe Root. He became England’s highest ever run scorer, and overtook Sir Alastair Cook’s Test century record for England too, but how did that feel and how did he get there? In his own words, along with England captain Ben Stokes and friend & longtime teammate Jimmy Anderson, he talks us through his incredibl…

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No Balls: Christmas Special 34:33

5M ago34:33

34:33

Alex Hartley and Kate Cross have a festive catch up after Kate’s return from South Africa. They discuss Kate’s back injury which meant she hardly played in South Africa and the road to recovery ahead of next month’s Ashes series in Australia. They also reflect on England’s success in all formats across the series which served as good preparation be…

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England hammered in Hamilton, but win NZ series 2-1 | Reflections on an "up and down" tour 38:11

5M ago38:11

38:11

Nas & Ath react to England’s heavy Hamilton defeat, consider what’s next for Zak Crawley and discuss the emergence of Jacob Bethell. All in the context of an excellent away series win.By Sky Sports

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Phillip Hughes - 10 years on 21:47

5M ago21:47

21:47

It’s been 10 years since the death of former Australia player Phillip Hughes. The 25 year old passed away after being struck on the neck by a short ball during a Sheffield Shield match. It was a tragedy which sent shock waves across the cricketing world and the anniversary is being marked with commemorations throughout Australia. In a special tribu…

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No Balls: Kate on tour! 33:59

5M ago33:59

33:59

Alex Hartley & Kate Cross discuss England’s dominant displays in England’s T20 series win against South Africa Women, and how the tour is great preparation ahead of the Women’s Ashes next month. Plus, they ask you for your best cricketing look-alikes after Jacob Bethell was likened to… Pat Butcher. [email protected] Listen to every game of E…

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Legendary commentator Ian Smith joins the pod to talk NZ vs England, cricket evolution and 'the barest of margins' 47:18

5M ago47:18

47:18

Nas and Ath are joined by legendary New Zealand commentator Ian Smith on this week's episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast. Ian gives us his thoughts after England won the first Test at the Hagley Oval to lead the series 1-0, and talks about how the game has changed in the years he's been working on it. Plus Ian talks us through his memorable c…

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England in NZ, India hammer Australia & Sophie Ecclestone exclusive interview 44:11

5M ago44:11

44:11

Nasser and Michael are back on this week's Sky Sports Cricket Podcast to preview the 1st Test between New Zealand and England at the Hagley Oval. They also discuss India's sensational victory against Australia in the first match of their Test series in Perth, and Nasser chats with England Women spinner Sophie Ecclestone as they get their multi-form…

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No Balls: Kates & Dogs 35:28

6M ago35:28

35:28

Alex Hartley & Kate Cross look ahead to England’s tour of South Africa with Kate in the ODI and Test squad. She discusses how she’s been preparing for the series having had six weeks away from cricket. They speak to a listener who has named their puppy after one of them, and have you named a pet after someone famous? [email protected]…

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No Balls: South Africa awaits 32:23

6M ago32:23

32:23

Alex Hartley & Kate Cross talk about how Kate’s preparation has gone as she gets ready to head to South Africa for England’s ODIs and Test. They discuss the tent which has been built at England’s High Performance Centre to help players acclimatise to pitch conditions around the world, as well as more of your stories on naming pets after sport stars…

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Former bowler Simon Doull talks all things New Zealand cricket, historic Test series win in India & the upcoming battle against England 46:46

6M ago46:46

46:46

Nasser and Athers rope in cricketer turned commentator Simon Doull to talk all things New Zealand cricket. They discuss the Black Caps' historic Test series win in India, the upcoming retirement of Tim Southee, and look ahead to the England series, which starts next week.By Sky Sports

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England's spin conundrum, central contracts and a tour of New Zealand 35:31

6M ago35:31

35:31

Nas and Ath are back in the UK to review England's tour of Pakistan and whether spin really is the current team's 'kryptonite'. They also chat about the players who've received central contracts from the ECB, and those who've missed out. Plus they look ahead to England's next Test series - away in New Zealand.…

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NZ are world champions, India all out for 46 and pitch preparations in Rawalpindi 30:12

7M ago30:12

30:12

Ahead of England's third and decisive Test in Pakistan, Nasser and Athers look ahead to the action in Rawalpindi, discuss the home side's pitch preparations and the selections for both teams. Plus, they chat about New Zealand's Women's T20 World Cup triumph, India being bowled out for 46 against New Zealand's men and look ahead to England's upcomin…

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Urooj Mumtaz: from bowlers to molars 33:28

7M ago33:28

33:28

Jonathan Agnew speaks to former Pakistan captain Urooj Mumtaz. Now splitting her time between cricket commentary and dentistry, Mumtaz talks about the struggles of not being allowed to play cricket as a child, the opportunities for women in cricket now compared to when she was growing up, and how she'll be straight back to her dental practice once …

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South Africa or New Zealand - who'll win the Women's T20 World Cup? 37:59

7M ago37:59

37:59

Henry Moeran is joined by England bowler Tash Farrant and Daniel Norcross to look ahead to the Women's T20 World Cup Final between South Africa and New Zealand in Dubai.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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The 'business end' of the Women's T20 World Cup, Root's greatness and England ready to go again in Multan 34:37

7M ago34:37

34:37

Athers and Nasser are in Multan ahead of England's second Test against Pakistan after their remarkable victory in the first match. They discuss Joe Root's continuing form with the bat, Harry Brook's extraordinary innings and where Pakistan need to improve. Plus they chat about the Women's T20 World Cup where England are facing effectively a knockou…

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Alec Stewart looks back on success with Surrey 44:03

7M ago44:03

44:03

Kevin Howells is alongside Surrey correspondent Mark Church to speak to former Surrey Director of Cricket Alec Stewart. They discuss Stewart’s legacy as he moves into a new role with Surrey, as well as his thoughts on the long-term future of the County Championship and howDan Worrall was his “best signing” at the club…

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England’s historic 2022 win in Pakistan 34:14

7M ago34:14

34:14

Jonathan Agnew and the TMS team share memories of the astonishing England tour to Pakistan in 2022. England won the first series they’d played in Pakistan in 17 years, becoming the first side to complete a 3 nil victory with some record breaking batting and outstanding bowling. Aggers is joined by Simon Mann, Andy Zaltzman, Aatif Nawaz and Alex Har…

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The end of the English cricketing summer, but the start of men's tour of Pakistan & the women's T20 World Cup! 37:45

7M ago37:45

37:45

Nas and Athers round up the summer of cricket, and talk to Urooj Mumtaz ahead of England Men’s Test tour to Pakistan and the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.By Sky Sports

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Dom Sibley talks Surrey's County Championship hat-trick, changes in technique and his England career 46:20

8M ago46:20

46:20

Nas and Athers chat with Dom ‘The Vicar’ Sibley after Surrey successfully retain another County Championship title. They discuss his personal performance and the changes he has made in his technique and mindset.By Sky Sports

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