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Short Fine Legs

Welcome to Short Fine Legs. A cricket podcast that spits off a length into the corridor of uncertainty. A tantalising delivery of hostile snorters that gets tongues wagging like errantly wafting bats. Mostly it's just jargon. Daniel Gallan is a freelance journalist who has spent too much of his life watching highlights of Brian Lara and poring over old scorecards. Join him and an array of guests from the world of cricket. 

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Quitnon goes. Whats Next . from 2022-01-02T08:44

With Quinton de Kock retiring from Test cricket, South Africa have lost one of their few genuine world class talents. Can Temba Bavuma make the step up and become the rock in the middle order? Listen

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The legacy question from 2021-12-21T08:19

Is an athlete just an athlete? Can we ignore their politics, their views on class and race, or their role in a toxic environment that plagues a nation's sport?

These are difficult questi...

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The Netherlands? Yes, the Netherlands. from 2021-11-26T08:07:41

South Africa take on the Dutch, but rather than feel resentment and a need for revenge as we do whenever whenever our other former colonial master is in town, the men in orange will be greeted w...

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Proteas must find Dutch courage from 2021-11-18T22:40:05

A 3-0 win over the Netherlands is a the least we should expect from South Africa. It's a bold new approach that we'd like to see.

Helping Dan find out if this experimental side is up to ...

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Hey CSA play fast and loose with reality from 2021-11-12T08:59:56

The Proteas performed admirably but still came up short. That's much we can stomach. What we can't digest is the narrative that results don't matter. Cricket South Africa's misguided tweet is an...

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Eng v SA T20 WC with our friend - Nick Friend from 2021-11-05T13:56:38

South Africa are going through to the semis! At least they will if they beat England on Saturday in what is surely the most challenging task in world cricket right now.

Finding out how th...

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South Africa with destiny in their own hands from 2021-11-01T12:46

It was Miller's time against Sri Lanka as the big hitting lefty lived up to the promise to deliver the goods. That means the Proteas are the masters of their own destiny. Can they drag themselve...

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Can South Africa win the T20 World Cup from 2021-10-14T15:35:15

Dan rides solo as he asks, and answers, the question on the lips of every Proteas fan. Sure, they can win the thing, but how?

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Paul Adams: Part 2 from 2021-09-15T09:49:52

In this second episode of our special on Paul Adams, Dan makes a the case that the chubby wrist spinner with an alien action is arguably South Africa's most iconic cricketer of the modern age. <...

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Paul Adams: Part 1 from 2021-09-15T09:49:28

In this episode Daniel Gallan takes a look back at the extraordinary career of a cricketing legend Paul Adams. the enigmatic leg-spinner captured the hearts of the South African public and this ...

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SJN Hearings with Simnikiwe Xabanisa. from 2021-08-29T09:11

What comes next for South African cricket?

This is a watershed moment for South African cricket. The SJN Hearings have rocked the foundations of the game in the country and now assistant...

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Enoch Nkwe Part 2 from 2021-03-17T08:53

In the second episode of a special two part interview, The Proteas assistant coach Enoch Nkwe chats to Dan and Nons about his experience learning and coaching overseas and the impact he looks to...

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Enoch Nkwe Part 1 from 2021-03-07T20:05

In the first episode of a special two part interview, The Proteas assistant coach Enoch Nkwe chats to Dan and Nons about life in cricket. Here he unpacks his early days growing up in Soweto, the...

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CSA's T20 Challenge from 2021-02-27T11:40

Dan, Nons and Simmi preview the knockout rounds of the CSA T20 Challenge and look back on a tournament that asked more questions than it answered - which is a good thing for a podcast. Should Ke...

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Mental health, Faf's gone&CSA T20 Challenge from 2021-02-17T20:25

It's a packed show as Dan and Nons say goodbye to Faf du Plessis the Test cricketer and hello to the CSA T20 Challenge.

But more importantly, they discuss the important subject of mental...

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Crisis! What crisis! from 2021-02-12T11:20

Nons is back to unpack the disappointing Test series defeat to Pakistan as well as the less disappointing defeat to Pakistan in the first T20 international. The fellas try and insert some calm a...

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Pak v SA- Test 2, Day 2 from 2021-02-05T13:33

Like Bill Murray in Groundhog Day, Simmi and Dan have reached their breaking point after seeing the same scene play out yet again. South Africa bowl well, struggle with the bat and now face a mo...

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Wayne Parnell and the Northern Warriors! from 2021-02-03T12:29

He's represented his country 111 times and played around the world for teams based in England, India, Canada, Pakistan and the USA. Now in the UAE, Wayne Parnell is taking hat-ticks and standing...

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Pakistan Daily: 1st Test Recap from 2021-01-29T12:45

Dan and Simmi come from different worlds, but if there is one thing that can united them, it is another disappointing performance from the Proteas in Asia. Credit to Pakistan of course, but load...

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Pakistan Daily: 1st Test, Day 3 from 2021-01-28T13:36

There are Test matches when nothing happens, there are five overs of spin against South Africa when series happen - Vladimir Lenin.

(Not really, that's from Dan. He's joined by Simmi who...

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Pakistan Daily: 1st Test, Day 2 from 2021-01-27T13:41

What does Vernon Philander's spell against Virat Kohli back in 2018 have to do with Pakistan's dominant day against South Africa? Dan has the answer.

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Pakistan Daily: 1st Test, Day 1 from 2021-01-26T15:53

After their batters bumbled their way to a below par 220 all out, South Africa's bowlers did the business. With Pakistan struggling at 33/4, Dan and Simmi heap praise and scorn in equal measure....

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Pakistan preview from 2021-01-23T09:25

Before Nons had to dash off for his job as a professional cricketer, he joined Dan and Pakistan journalist Tasneem-Summer Khan to preview the Proteas men's two-Test series in a country they have...

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Domestic chat with Jon Kent from 2021-01-19T17:35

As Nono gets comfy in the bubble and Dan continues to endure the British winter, they called up SuperSport commentator Jon Kent to chat about the Momentum One Day Cup, the impending franchise re...

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Sri Lanka Daily: Day 3, 2nd Test from 2021-01-05T14:32

South Africa win the match by 10 wickets. In the second session of the third day. What can one say about such a comprehensive series clinching victory? Quite a bit it turns out as Dan and Simmi ...

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Sri Lanka Daily: Day 2, 2nd Test from 2021-01-04T16:47

The Sri Lankan Lions fought like, well, lions as they clawed (sorry) their way back into this Test. They are still facing an monumental challenge but at least they're back in the contest.

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Sri Lanka Daily: Day 1, 2nd Test from 2021-01-03T16:24

That's about as dominant an opening day as you get. South Africa are in cruise control as Dan flies solo in this brief daily wrap.

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Fast bowling with Vincent Barnes from 2021-01-02T14:05

What Vincent Barnes doesn't 't know about fast bowling isn't worth knowing. Dan and Nons spoke with the CSA high performance coach about this thrilling art and which young quicks we need to keep...

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Sri Lanka Daily - First Test Wrap from 2020-12-29T13:33

An innings and 45 run victory doesn't quite tell the full picture. Nono and Daniel fill in the gaps and look back on a successful return to Test cricket for the Proteas.

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Sri Lanka Daily Wrap Day 3, 1st Test from 2020-12-28T17:35

That's about as commanding as it gets. Faf du Plessis reaches 199 but not before pummelling an injury stricken Sri Lankan outfit into the ground. Only a miracle (or a Highveld thunder storm) can...

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Sri Lanka Daily Wrap Day 2, 1st Test from 2020-12-27T17:26

After cleaning up Sri Lanka's tail, thanks to a four-for from young Lutho Sipamla, Dean Elgar and Aiden Markram set to work. Both would fall before registering tons and the home side were in tou...

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Sri Lanka Daily Wraps Day 1, 1st Test from 2020-12-26T17:27

Sri Lanka end the first day in a commanding position at 340/6. South Africa's bowlers just not at the races.

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Sri Lanka preview with Fidel Fernando from 2020-12-23T11:59

The Islanders are back in town. But after their shock victory last time, this contest will take place on the Highveld. Can they handle the extra bounce and pace? Cricinfo's Sri Lanka corresponde...

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Proteas Squad Rundown from 2020-12-17T20:21

Dan and Nons go through the Proteas squad with a fine comb. Should Markram open? Who will act as spearhead without Rabada? Will Mulder bring balance? Which new face will we see on Boxing Day? Listen

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How to fix South African cricket (part 1) with Khanyiso Tshwaku. from 2020-12-10T16:12

It's a big question, and requires a big answer. Nons is back to help Dan ponder this. They're joined by Times journalist Khanyiso Tshwaku who has some choice words for cricket stadiums around th...

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Proteas gripped by fear against Morgan's brave Lions from 2020-12-04T08:39

Dan chats to journalist Zaahier Adams, The Independent's main man in Cape Town, to unpack the T20 whitewash and look ahead to the 50 over series between England and the Proteas

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The English perspective from 2020-11-26T17:11

Daniel sits down with Tim Wigmore to talk about all things cricket on the eve of the summer series involving The Proteas and England.

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Good News At Last! from 2020-11-20T14:02

Some good news at last! The Proteas are back in action this week and domestic cricket will be broadcast live. Nons and Dan are joined Cricket Fanatics Magazine editor Khalid Mohidin to unpack th...

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Niels Momberg from 2020-11-09T12:03

How has the covid pandemic impacted youth cricket in South Africa? Has the conveyor belt of talent ground to a halt? And what options to young prospects have in these uncertain times? CSA's head...

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A new dawn for SA cricket from 2020-10-30T08:55

It's been a winter of discontent for South African cricket but a new dawn is emerging over the horizon. After the mass exodus of CSA's board, Dan and Nons chat to Andrew Breetzke, CEO of the Sou...

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Inside the IPL with Paddy Upton from 2020-10-23T13:41

This week Dan and Nons are joined by Paddy Upton. Paddy has coached as many as 12 T20 franchise in the IPL, Big Bash and Pakistan Super League. He's made a name for himself as a mental skills gu...

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In praise of the Journos from 2020-10-16T09:25

We’re back after taking a break from the madness that has engulfed cricket in South Africa. Thankfully, we’ve stayed up to date due to the hard work of journalists and broadcasters w...

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Episode 9 - Suné in the Spotlight from 2020-08-26T08:18

Proteas all-rounder Suné Luus gets real with Dan and Nons about the gender disparities that exist in South African cricket. She also explains why she picked up leg spin and how a stellar performanc...

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Episode 8 - Cook on Captaincy from 2020-08-17T12:08

What makes a successful cricket captain? Is there a universal trait that all skippers require? Who should lead the Proteas Test team when they get back on the park? Dan and Nons put these questions...

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Episode 7 - the Tsolekile Conversation from 2020-08-11T07:10

Former wicket keeper Thami Tsolekile opened a can of worms regarding match fixing in South African cricket. Dan and Nons pick at the bones of this contentious subject.

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Episode 6 - Manack Makes His Debut from 2020-07-27T07:35

Dan and Nons are joined by former first class cricketer, national selector and commentator Hussein Manack as they unpack the week that was, exploring the 3TC Solidarity Cup, Black Lives Matter and ...

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Episode 5 - Germanos Opens Up from 2020-07-15T07:29

Daniel and Nono are joined by renowned commentator Natalie Germanos. They unpack the polarising discourse in South African cricket surrounding Black Lives Matter, white denialism, gender inequality...

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Episode 4 - Welcome Nono Pongolo from 2020-07-09T09:38

It’s the start of a formidable partnership as Dan is joined in the middle by Lions and Jozi Stars all-rounder Nono Pongolo who becomes the official co-host of Short Fine Legs. In this introductory ...

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Episode 3 - On Lockdown with Fudgie from 2020-06-01T14:14

Farhaan "Fudgie" Behardien is a legend of South African cricket. A Titan of the domestic game but a polarizing figure in national colours. Here he chats all things from death batting to Kolpaks, to...

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Episode 2 - The meaning of cricket with Telford Vice from 2020-04-21T11:56

He loves hats but hates cars. He rides bicycles and brews his own coffee. Is he a hipster? Well, maybe, but he's also one of the finest cricket writers on the planet. Telford Vice shares his views ...

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Episode 1 - How cricket prepares the soul for a life in lockdown with Andy Zaltzman: from 2020-04-21T11:52

Comedian, podcaster, BBC commentator, statistician, cricket tragic; Andy Zaltzman is not your average man. But like the rest of us, he has been forced to self-isolate and ponder his existence in th...

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