• Amazing Ashes gets fitting finish with Zak Crawley
    Aug 2 2023

    Ben and Michael are joined by the Telegraph's Chief Cricket Correspondent Nick Hoult to look back on an incredible eight weeks.

    England recovered from the worst possible start to draw the series 2-2 with Stuart Broad delivering the final blow to Australia in his last act as a cricketer.

    We pay tribute to Broad and ask if it is the right time for him to call it a day.

    Zak Crawley was one of England's stars of the summer and he speaks to Michael about his turnaround in form and what really happened with the celebrations on Monday evening.

    We also look ahead to the upcoming ODI World Cup and what England's Test team will look like in India at the start of next year.

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    55 mins
  • Australia retain the Ashes with Piers Morgan
    Jul 26 2023

    Ben, Michael and Phil reflect on a frustrating fourth Test which ended in a draw after rain washed out most of the final two days.

    Australia have now retained the Ashes and the best England can hope for is a drawn series.

    We look back on the previous three Tests to see what England could have done differently and also address if anything could have been done over the weekend to ensure more overs were bowled.

    Legendary broadcaster Piers Morgan joins the guys to discuss his frustrations at the series being drawn, his love of cricket and his admiration for England skipper Ben Stokes.

    Plus, we check in with the Telegraph’s Chief Cricket Correspondent Nick Hoult ahead of the final Test at the Oval.

    Telegraph subscribers have the chance to win two tickets to the final/deciding Ashes test on Saturday 29 July, courtesy of IG. To enter, visit telegraph.co.uk/extra


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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • David Warner on the Ashes, retirement and Stuart Broad
    Jul 18 2023

    Ben and Michael are joined by the Telegraph's Chief Cricket Correspondent Nick Hoult on the eve of the fourth Ashes Test at Old Trafford.

    The guys take a close look at England's team and in particular the selection of Jimmy Anderson, who has been recalled at his home ground in place of Ollie Robinson.

    Australia opener David Warner joins the show to discuss a thrilling series so far, his retirement plans and, of course, Stuart Broad.

    Plus, we recap a thrilling few games in the Women’s Ashes..


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    55 mins
  • More Headingley heroics with Jack Leach
    Jul 12 2023

    Ben, Michael and Phil reflect on another thriller at Headingley as England kept the Ashes alive after the series delivered another tense finish.

    They catch up with England spinner Jack Leach, who is no stranger to final day drama at Headingley. Injury ruled Leach out of the Ashes but he tells us how Brendon McCullum turned his career around on and off the pitch. 

    Leach also expresses his disappointment that there will be no Test match in Leeds the next time Australia are in town for the 2027 series.

    Plus, we reflect on the women's Ashes and check in with the Telegraph's Chief Cricket Correspondent Nick Hoult to find out how both sides will spend their downtime between Tests.



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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Lord’s fallout with Brad Hogg
    Jul 5 2023

    Michael, Phil and Ben reflect on another chaotic Ashes Test match after Australia snuck home to take a 2-0 lead.

    Mike and Phil have differing opinions regarding the controversial Jonny Bairstow stumping which has divided the cricket world.

    Former Australia spinner Brad Hogg joins the show to offer his opinion on the matter and discuss the injury to Nathan Lyon, which he feels could be a pivotal moment in the series.

    We also check in with the Telegraph’s Chief Cricket Correspondent Nick Hoult ahead of the crucial third Test match at Headingley.

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    55 mins
  • Winning over entertaining with Sir Geoffrey Boycott
    Jun 27 2023

    Ahead of the second Ashes Test, Michael, Phil and Ben sit down with England legend Sir Geoffrey Boycott to discuss Australia’s win at Edgbaston and what England need to do if they are to come from behind to win the series. 

    Sir Geoffrey expresses his concerns over certain aspects of 'Bazball' and says the team should join a circus if all they are interested in is entertainment!

    Plus, we dissect the team announcement with Josh Tongue selected in place of Moeen Ali and reflect on the defeat for England women in their Ashes opener.

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  • An Ashes classic with Adam Gilchrist
    Jun 21 2023

    Michael, Phil and Ben unpack a remarkable start to the Ashes series which saw Australia sneak home at Edgbaston with just two wickets to spare.

    The guys break down what England need to do ahead of Lord's to level the series and why hope is far from lost for Ben Stokes' side.

    Australian legend Adam Gilchrist joins us from Down Under to give us his reaction to the result. He also offers up a bit of expert wicketkeeping advice for Jonny Bairstow after he came under fire for some costly errors.

    Plus, we get the latest from the Telegraph's Chief Cricket Correspondent Nick Hoult regarding Moeen Ali as well as the other headlines from the England camp.

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  • The Ashes are here with Justin Langer
    Jun 14 2023

    Michael, Phil and Ben are back ahead of a massive summer for English cricket!

    Australia are in town ahead of one of the most anticipated series in years and joining the guys in the studio is the man who was leading Australia during the last Ashes series, Justin Langer.

    He opens up on his acrimonious departure from Cricket Australia and why he still feels such a personal connection to the current squad. We get his thoughts on England's impressive 18 months under Brendon McCullum and he reveals the true story behind the famous 'bin kicking' incident at Headingley in 2019.

    We also check in with the Telegraph's Chief Cricket Correspondent Nick Hoult from Edgbaston ahead of the first Test with Moeen Ali likely to play following his retirement U-turn.


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