Podcasts by Test Match Special

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - EMERGENCY! CROSSY'S AN RCB PLAYER! from 2023-12-09T13:39

Immediate reaction from Kate Cross who has been picked up in the Women's Premier League draft to play for Royal Challengers Bangalore. Alex Hartley, RCB's biggest fan, is excited!

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Kate's ready for India, Alex had a journey to forget and Kumar Dharmasena has a perfume out... from 2023-11-29T11:20

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley are together again, with Kate in Oman playing a lot of golf and Alex recovering from a *truly* horrible journey. Plus, lots of emails and DMs!

World Cup Daily: Australia thrash India for sixth World Cup from 2023-11-19T19:38

Jonathan Agnew is alongside Michael Vaughan, Steven Finn, Geoff Lemon & Prakash Wakankar as Australia stun India to win their sixth Cricket World Cup. Hear from player-of-the-match Travis He...

World Cup Daily: Who wins the final? from 2023-11-18T16:33

Jonathan Agnew is alongside broadcasters Bharat Sudaresen and Geoff Lemon as well as England World Cup players Michael Vaughan and Steven Finn ahead of the Cricket World Cup final. They discuss ...

World Cup Daily: Best moment of the tournament? from 2023-11-17T14:55

Glenn Maxwell’s double century? Virat Kohli’s record breaking hundred? Angelo Mathews being timed out?

The TMS team debate the stand out moments and pick a team of the tournament ahead of ...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Beckham's been at the cricket! from 2023-11-17T05:34

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley talk through the Men's World Cup semi-finals in India, including Alex trying her best to go and meet David Beckham at the Wankhede Stadium.

World Cup Daily: Australia edge into final over spirited South Africa from 2023-11-16T18:41

We’re set for an India vs Australia final!

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Steve Finn, Geoff Lemon and Firdose Moonda as Australia reach their eighth World Cup Final. They did it the hard way ...

World Cup Daily: Record breaker Virat Kohli marches India towards destiny from 2023-11-15T18:42

India hold off New Zealand to reach the World Cup Final.

Virat Kohli’s record breaking 50th ODI ton helps India post 397, as they beat New Zealand by 70 runs.

Henry Moeran is joined ...

World Cup Daily: Semi-Final Preview from 2023-11-14T11:57

Who will reach the World Cup Final?

Simon Mann looks ahead to the knockout stage.

Henry Moeran, Prakash Wakankar, Alex Hartley and Daniel Norcross are in Mumbai for unbeaten India a...

World Cup Daily: Where did it all go wrong? from 2023-11-13T22:50

Mark Chapman is alongside Phil Tufnell, Tymal Mills and Sam Billings as they look back on England's poor performances at the Cricket World Cup in India. They analyse where it went wrong for Jos ...

World Cup Daily: Rob Key takes blame for England woes&India make it 9 from 9 from 2023-11-12T18:13

Henry Moeran presents reaction as Rob Key, England's Director of Cricket, takes the blame for England's dismal World Cup campaign. Hear the full interview with Jonathan Agnew. Plus, Alex Hartley...

World Cup Daily: Willey bows out with win&Australia looking strong from 2023-11-11T18:30

Jonathan Agnew is alongside Steven Finn as they reflect on England's win over Pakistan as David Willey said farewell to his England career with a player-of-the-match performance. Hear from the b...

World Cup Daily: Van der Dussen leads South Africa to victory from 2023-11-10T20:23

Nikesh Rughani is alongside Carlos Brathwaite for reaction to South Africa's 5 wicket win over Afghanistan. Player-of-the-match Rassie van der Dussen gives his thoughts on the game, as does Sout...

World Cup Daily: New Zealand all but qualify for semis from 2023-11-09T17:37

Henry Moeran is alongside Alex Hartley and former New Zealand all-rounder James Franklin as New Zealand beat Sri Lanka by 5 wickets and all but confirm their place in the semi finals of the ICC ...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Glenn Maxwell Special from 2023-11-09T16:12

Kate and Alex speak to Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell about *that* double-century he hit against Afghanistan in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup. He talks about exactly why he was on one le...

World Cup Daily: Champions Trophy qualification in England's sight from 2023-11-08T17:56

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Michael Vaughan and Phil Long for reaction to England's second win of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup over Netherlands.

Player-of-the-match and century-hitter,...

World Cup Daily: Was Maxwell’s the greatest knock of all time? from 2023-11-07T18:59

Glenn Maxwell’s gladiatorial 201 not out guides Australia into the semi-finals.

Henry Moeran is joined by Michael Vaughan, Alex Hartley and Geoff Lemon on a historic night in Mumbai. Austr...

World Cup Daily: Timed out Angelo Mathews brands Bangladesh “disgraceful” in controversial win from 2023-11-06T18:38

Sri Lanka’s Angelo Mathews makes unwanted history, becoming the first batter to be timed out in international cricket in their three wicket defeat to Bangladesh.

Aatif Nawaz is joined by f...

World Cup Daily: Birthday boy Kohli joins Sachin on 49 ODI centuries from 2023-11-05T17:42

Simon Mann presents reaction from a thumping win for India over South Africa in Kolkata. You'll hear the thoughts of Carlos Brathwaite and Deep Dasgupta as well as Virat Kohli after levelling Sa...

World Cup Daily: England eliminated by Australia&Pakistan keep semi-final hopes alive from 2023-11-04T19:52

Jonathan Agnew presents reaction to England’s defeat to Australia. Aggers is joined by Michael Vaughan whilst Aatif Nawaz is joined by Lydia Greenway, James Franklin and Andy Zaltzman to present...

World Cup Daily: Stokes to have surgery&can Afghanistan qualify for the semis? from 2023-11-03T17:28

Jonathan Agnew is alongside Chris Stocks & Melinda Farrell as they preview England's match against Australia. Hear from Ben Stokes and Pat Cummins ahead of the game in Ahmedabad.

Plus,...

World Cup Daily: Are India the favourites for World Cup glory? from 2023-11-02T17:26

Henry Moeran, Alex Hartley, and Prakash Wakankar react to India bowling Sri Lanka out for just 55 as the home favourites win by 302 runs. Hear from India captain, Rohit Sharma, as well as Sri La...

World Cup Daily: South Africa thrash New Zealand and Mark Wood on England's woes from 2023-11-01T16:33

Henry Moeran presents reaction from South Africa's huge win over New Zealand in Pune. You'll hear the thoughts of World Cup winner Alex Hartley and former England captain Michael Vaughan. There'...

World Cup Daily: Pakistan race to victory to eliminate Bangladesh from 2023-10-31T16:12

Nikesh Rughani brings you reaction from Eden Gardens after Pakistan’s comfortable victory over Bangladesh – a win that just about keeps their semi-final hopes alive but knocks out their opponent...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Men's World Cup latest and Alex is a coach! from 2023-10-25T07:25

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley are on opposite sides of India taking in the Men's World Cup and have plenty of tales to tell. Plus, Alex talks through becoming a coach at the PSL.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - The Men's World Cup is underway! from 2023-10-14T08:57

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley talk through the start of the men's World Cup, with plenty of tales from Alex's travels around India. Plus, there's lots to explore in the email inbox!

Onto the World Cup from 2023-09-26T22:49

As the international summer comes to an end, England head to India to defend their 50 over World Cup title.

Simon Mann is joined by record breaking bowler James Anderson, World Cup winner...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - End of the English cricket season and Ebony joins for a sing-song! from 2023-09-23T15:48

Cricketers Kate Cross and Alex Hartley talk through their week and reflect on what has been a memorable English summer. There's also a special musical interlude from a TMS friend!

“Brutal” decision to drop Roy for the World Cup from 2023-09-20T18:17

As England drop Jason Roy from their World Cup squad in favour of Harry Brook, Henry Moeran speaks to record breaking England bowler James Anderson, World Cup winner Ebony Rainford-Brent, BBC Sp...

England find form ahead of World Cup defence. from 2023-09-15T20:22

Jonathan Agnew is joined by James Anderson and Jeremy Coney to assess how England’s ODI team look ahead of the World Cup.

They review the series win against New Zealand, hear from England...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - it's Magic Mahika Gaur! from 2023-09-11T22:48

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley speak to 17-year-old fast bowler Mahika Gaur, just two weeks after her England debut. Plus, a run-down of what went wrong in the T20s vs Sri Lanka.

Anderson, Woakes and Wood on England’s white ball form from 2023-09-05T23:23

As England draw their T20 series with New Zealand, Henry Moeran gets the views of England legend James Anderson and former Kiwi captain Stephen Fleming. England’s white ball coach Matthew Mott...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast – Anya Shrubsole’s retirement party from 2023-09-04T22:13

Cricketers Kate Cross and Alex Hartley chat to former England teammate Anya Shrubsole to talk through her time in the game, including finishing with a trophy at Lord’s.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast – Retirement reflections and Hundred hangovers from 2023-08-31T03:22

Alex Hartley and Kate Cross reflect on an emotional few days as Alex bows out from playing professional cricket and Kate plays in the final of the Hundred. They also look ahead to England’s T20 ...

Katherine Sciver-Brunt’s farewell from 2023-08-21T21:53

Mark Chapman is joined by Phil Tufnell, Steven Finn and Henry Moeran as we say goodbye to Katherine Sciver-Brunt, as she retires from professional cricket. Her former England teammate Tammy Beau...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Hundred playoffs and Alex has a little announcement from 2023-08-21T21:09

Cricketers Kate Cross and Alex Hartley are together to talk through a busy few weeks in the Hundred. And as Alex made a promise to No Balls listeners, you heard it here first...

Cook and Vaughan on the right time to retire from 2023-08-05T07:48

Stuart Broad retired after dramatically taking the last two wickets in the 2023 Ashes series. Broad had no doubts that he’d picked the perfect moment to call it a day. But how do players decide ...

England’s Ashes squad 2027 from 2023-08-04T10:14

Daniel Norcross is joined by a selection panel of Sir Alastair Cook, TMS stats guru Andy Zaltzman and the chief cricket writer of the BBC Sport website Stephan Shemilt to try and predict what En...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast – Broad’s bail tricks and Hundred hopes from 2023-08-02T05:00

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley reflect on an amazing end to the MAshes and WAshes summer and discuss whether Stuart Broad’s bail tricks will catch on.

And they look ahead to the start of the...

Ashes Daily: Atherton catches up with McGrath from 2023-07-31T11:46

Jonathan Agnew brings together one of the greatest Ashes rivalries for a catch up.

Michael Atherton and Glenn McGrath join Aggers in the Test Match Special commentary box at The Oval. They...

Ashes Daily: The Stuart Broad story from 2023-07-30T14:57

Jonathan Agnew presents a look back on the life and career of Stuart Broad. Hear from Stuart's father, former England opener Chris Broad, his mother Carole, and teammate Steven Finn on his exper...

Ashes Daily: View from the Boundary - Stephen Mangan from 2023-07-29T14:07

Jonathan Agnew talks to actor, comedian, presenter and writer Stephen Mangan in the TMS commentary box at The Oval.

Mangan recalls memories of following England around the world, watching ...

Ashes Daily: View from the Boundary - Eddie Hearn from 2023-07-28T14:03

Daniel Norcross talks to promoter, chairman of Matchroom Sport, the Professional Darts Corporation and presenter of 5Live’s No Passion No Point podcast, Eddie Hearn for his views on the game of ...

Ashes Daily: All eyes turn to the Oval from 2023-07-25T14:27

Henry Moeran is joined by the BBC's Chief Cricket Writer Stephan Shemilt and Australian journalist Geoff Lemon to preview the fifth and final Test. Plus, we hear from Harry Brook.

Ashes Daily: Ask The Umpire - with John Holder from 2023-07-25T08:00

Jonathan Agnew and Vic Marks ask former international umpire John Holder your questions on the laws of cricket

Ashes Daily: Ball of the century - 30 years on from 2023-07-22T16:25

Jonathan Agnew, Mike Gatting, Mark Taylor, Glenn McGrath, Michael Vaughan & Isa Guha look back on *that* ball from Shane Warne, and share stories of the late Australian. Hear the moment Mike...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - WAshes done, and what a journey it was... from 2023-07-19T19:26

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley have lived the WAshes on the field and in the commentary box. Here's the inside story, including dropped catches, dropped trophies and lots more!

Ashes Daily: England win the ODI series to level the Women’s Ashes from 2023-07-18T20:07

England thrashed Australia in Taunton to draw the Women's Ashes series and inflict a first bilateral one-day international series defeat on the tourists since 2013.

In this podcast Henry M...

Ashes Daily: Australia retain the Women's Ashes from 2023-07-16T17:53

Australia retained the Women's Ashes following a dramatic three-run victory over England, who so nearly pulled off a remarkable victory through Nat Sciver-Brunt's masterful unbeaten century.

ASHES DAILY: Maxwell and Braithwaite analyse the Ashes action as Carey confides. from 2023-07-15T21:16

Australia wicketkeeper Alex Carey speaks in public for the first time about his controversial dismissal of Jonny Bairstow at Lord’s and we get a fascinating take on the Ashes summer from Austral...

Ashes Daily: Ben Stokes – England’s Greatest all-rounder? from 2023-07-14T10:01

Ben Stokes keeps producing remarkable performances for England especially in the Ashes, but should he now be considered as England’s greatest ever all-rounder? Daniel Norcross speaks to Sir Alas...

No Balls: The Emergency Podcast - Universe Cross does the business for England! from 2023-07-13T17:52

Fresh from hitting an unbeaten 19 against Australia in the first WAshes ODI, Kate Cross talks through her innings alongside No Balls co-host Alex Hartley.

Ashes Daily: Jim Maxwell 50 Not Out from 2023-07-13T10:28

Simon Mann chats with Australia’s “Voice of Summer” Jim Maxwell who is celebrating 50 years in cricket broadcasting. It’s also 40 years since Jim first appeared on Test Match Special. As well as...

Ashes Daily: View from the Boundary - Martin Lewis from 2023-07-11T09:45

Jonathan Agnew gets a different perspective on the Ashes from financial expert, campaigner and TV, Radio and 5 Live Podcast presenter Martin Lewis.

Lewis discusses his love of cricket and ...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - What a WAshes Weekend! from 2023-07-10T15:35

England bowler Kate Cross and Alex Hartley talk through the memorable T20 series win over Australia that keeps England in the WAshes. There's also loads of MAshes chat, too!

Ashes Daily: Headingley Journo panel from 2023-07-10T05:28

Jonathan Agnew is joined by a journalist panel at Headingley to discuss the latest Ashes talking points. Emma John from the Guardian, Gideon Haigh from the Australian and John Etheridge from the...

Ashes Daily: England secure historic T20s win to keep Women’s Ashes alive from 2023-07-08T23:24

England pulled off a thrilling 5 wicket win at Lord’s as Australia lost their first T20 series in 6 years. Henry Moeran is joined by Alex Hartley and Alex Blackwell and there is reaction from He...

View from the Boundary: Gareth Southgate from 2023-07-06T13:50

Men’s England manager Gareth Southgate joins Jonathan Agnew for a View from the Boundary. Southgate talks about the differences in managing in football compared to cricket, what he learnt from E...

Ashes Daily: Lord’s controversies digested by the journo panel from 2023-07-03T05:00

Jonathan Agnew is joined by writer and broadcaster Melinda Farrell, editor of Wisden Lawrence Booth and Guardian sports writer Jonathan Liew to discuss the controversies of Lord’s, where Bazball...

View from the Boundary – Rishi Sunak from 2023-07-01T14:09

Johnathan Agnew is joined by the UK's Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, to talk about playing cricket as a child, Bazball, and getting sledged by Sam Curran.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - The Washes Test Wash-Up! from 2023-06-28T22:04

England bowler Kate Cross and World Cup winner Alex Hartley discuss the Women's Ashes Test, plus discover that some people think a cornflake sandwich is a good breakfast option...

Cricket reacts to report of “widespread discrimination” from 2023-06-28T14:20

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Isa Guha, the Daily Mirror’s cricket correspondent Dean Wilson & BBC Sport Editor Dan Roan to discuss the ICEC report suggesting “widespread discrimination” in cr...

Ashes Daily: Ask Katherine Sciver Brunt from 2023-06-25T14:04

England cricket legend, Katherine Sciver Brunt, answers your questions. Hosted by Henry Moeran.

View from the Boundary - Mark Little from 2023-06-17T13:10

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Australian actor, television presenter, comedian and screen/stage writer Mark Little to talk about his career, his attempts at playing cricket at the young age of 63,...

How To Win The Ashes: Simon Jones on the 2005 series from 2023-06-14T00:05

In the final episode of this 'How To Win The Ashes' series, we go back to the 2005 Ashes where England looked to Simon Jones, Matthew Hoggard, Steve Harmison & Andrew Flintoff to spearhead t...

How To Win The Ashes: Glenn McGrath on the 1997 series from 2023-06-13T05:00

In the penultimate episode, Glenn McGrath takes us back to the 1997 Ashes where he demolished England’s batting order, taking 36 wickets as Australia secured a 3-2 series victory.

He descr...

Ben Stokes: We won’t change our approach for the Ashes from 2023-06-12T23:34

England captain Ben Stokes speaks to Isa Guha ahead of the Ashes. Stokes explains why he’ll never change his approach, why results are the last thing he prioritises, why cricket should be fun, a...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Kate's in the Ashes Test squad AND she's met Coldplay man from 2023-06-12T20:49

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley bring news of the upcoming live show, there's reaction to England Women's Test squad, and Coldplay man has been asked if he's really a listener...

How To Win The Ashes: Mitchell Johnson on the 2013–14 Ashes series from 2023-06-12T14:51

In episode 2, Mitchell Johnson tells his story of how he went on to terrify England's batting order in the 2013-14 Ashes Series down under - with one of the most devastating displays of fast bow...

How To Win The Ashes: Alastair Cook on the 2010–11 Ashes series from 2023-06-12T00:05

Alastair Cook relives an incredible individual performance during the 2010-11 Ashes down under. He had a poor record against Australia coming into the series, but ended it as England's top score...

How To Win The Ashes: Stuart Broad on Trent Bridge 2015 from 2023-06-11T00:05

In episode 5, Stuart Broad relives one of the most devastating spells of bowling the Ashes has ever seen from an England bowler.

Breaking records after taking 8 wickets for just 15 runs o...

How To Win The Ashes: Steve Smith on the 2019 Series from 2023-06-10T00:05

Steve Smith discusses his comeback story. In 2018 his career came crashing down as he resigned as Australia’s Test Captain, and then subsequently banned from the sport after his part in the ball...

How To Win The Ashes: Ben Stokes on Headingley 2019 from 2023-06-09T00:05

Ben Stokes relives one of the most remarkable comeback performances in Test Match cricket history as we look back at Headingley, 2019.

How To Win The Ashes: James Anderson on Trent Bridge 2013 from 2023-06-07T00:05

In a new series, some of England and Australia's greatest players take us behind the scenes of the most memorable Ashes moments. In the opening episode, Jimmy Anderson tells the story of the dra...

David Warner exclusive: “I’m a fighter” from 2023-06-05T05:00

The man England fans love to hate, David Warner, sits down with Isa Guha for an exclusive interview.

They talk about his legacy, his love of the Ashes, what it’s like when 20,000 England ...

Ball of the Century – 30 years on from 2023-06-04T05:00

It’s the 30th anniversary of Shane Warne’s iconic delivery to Mike Gatting in the 1993 Ashes series. In a special programme recorded in 2013, the late Warne joined Gatting along with Phil Tufnel...

View from the Boundary – Giles Martin from 2023-06-03T13:53

Jonathan Agnew is joined by the Grammy award winning music producer Giles Martin to share stories of working with the likes of Elton John and remixing the Beatles albums originally produced by h...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Alex has some news... from 2023-05-26T18:34

Cricketers Kate Cross and Alex Hartley are back again to reflect on a busy week. In another frank episode, Alex wants to tell the No Balls listeners something important.

From the Ashes: David Gower from 2023-05-25T16:46

The fourth episode of a new series where the BBC’s Chief cricket writer Stephan Shemilt discovers untold stories from the Ashes.

David Gower breathes rarefied air as a legend of English As...

From the Ashes: Sir Alastair Cook. from 2023-05-24T20:19

The final episode in the series where the BBC’s Chief Cricket writer Stephan Shemilt discovers untold stories from the Ashes.

Few have experienced more of England’s modern Ashes history th...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - You've always got us... from 2023-05-18T10:43

Cricketers Kate Cross and Alex Hartley have both had testing weeks and discuss it all. Plus, reflections on England's Test squad announcement and MAshes and WAshes build-up

IPL Pod Ep 7: Fastest fifties, crazy climaxes and karaoke with Boult and Buttler from 2023-05-12T19:27

Nikesh Rughani, Ravi Bopara and Steven Finn review a thrilling week at the Indian Premier League.

Yashasvi Jaiswal scoring the quickest half century in IPL history, a brilliant hundred by...

From the Ashes: Sarah Elliott from 2023-05-10T21:22

The third episode of a new series where the BBC’s Chief cricket writer Stephan Shemilt discovers some of the untold stories from the Ashes.

In this edition Stephan talks to former Austral...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - The Most Embarrassing Story Ever from 2023-05-10T07:35

Cricketers Kate Cross and Alex Hartley discuss their recent tied RHF Trophy game, the retirement of legend Katherine Sciver-Brunt and share one of the great cringe-worthy stories.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast – Brunty bows out and best cricketing chat-up lines from 2023-05-05T21:51

Alex Hartley and Kate Cross pay tribute to their former England team mate Katherine Sciver-Brunt who’s announced her retirement from international cricket. They also celebrate the career of anot...

IPL Pod Ep 6: Heated Kohli, Lethal Livingstone and young superstar Yashasvi from 2023-05-05T18:18

Simon Mann is joined by IPL commentator Nikesh Rughani, former IPL player Ravi Bopara and special guest Rajasthan Royals exciting youngster Yashasvi Jaiswal.

They discuss the Virat Kohli/G...

Katherine Sciver-Brunt Special from 2023-05-05T10:54

England’s record wicket taking women’s bowler Katherine Sciver-Brunt speaks exclusively about her retirement from international cricket.

In an interview with our chief cricket writer Step...

From the Ashes: Steven Finn from 2023-05-03T21:11

The second episode of a new series where the BBC’s Chief cricket writer Stephan Shemilt discovers some of the untold stories from the Ashes. In this edition Stephan talks to England fast bowler ...

IPL Pod Ep 5: Roy of the Riders, rubbish run chases and full time IPL players? from 2023-04-28T17:52

Simon Mann is joined by IPL commentator Nikesh Rughani and former IPL player Ravi Bopara to discuss the latest talking points from the Indian Premier League.

Could some players turn their ...

From the Ashes: Glenn McGrath from 2023-04-26T23:09

The first episode of a new series where the BBC’s Chief cricket writer Stephan Shemilt discovers some of the untold stories from the Ashes. In this edition Stephan talks to one of the most succe...

IPL Pod Ep 4: Tendulkar junior, Curran the Captain and Bairstow believes from 2023-04-21T16:43

Simon Mann is joined by IPL commentator Nikesh Rughani and former IPL player Ravi Bopara to reflect on the latest talking points from the Indian Premier League. Arjun Tendulkar, the son of legen...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - What's that? TWO awards?! from 2023-04-16T21:44

Celebration time for cricketers Kate Cross and Alex Hartley after No Balls picked up two awards! Plus, all the reaction to last week's special interview with Dane van Niekerk.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast – Dane van Niekerk explains what happened before the T20 World Cup from 2023-04-11T08:30

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley are joined by Dane van Niekerk in a powerful interview discussing how her dream of leading South Africa at a home World Cup came crashing down.

TMS IPL Podcast Ep 2: Wood wickets, Dhoni drama and Curran holds his nerve. from 2023-04-05T19:33

Simon Mann is joined by former IPL player Abhishek Jhunjhunwala and TMS commentator Aatif Nawaz to discuss the latest from the tournament. Plus we hear memories of what the late Shane Warne brou...

It's time for the Indian Premier League! from 2023-03-31T18:11

The Test Match Special team look ahead to this year's IPL, plus we hear from England Women's star Issy Wong who helped Mumbai Indians to the Women's Premier League title.

TMS Podcast - The Men’s County Season Preview from 2023-03-30T15:17

Kevin Howells and Mark Church look ahead to the domestic cricket summer with England legend Alec Stewart, director of cricket at reigning champions Surrey, and Mickey Arthur the former South Afr...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - EMERGENCY! Kate's a Yorkie! from 2023-03-24T17:11

After a dramatic Hundred draft, Kate Cross and Alex Hartley discuss it all. Plus, all the latest from Lancashire's tour to India, including a trip to Sachin Tendulkar's old club!

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - live from the desert! from 2023-03-15T22:44

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley are in the Middle East for a pre-season training tour. All the gossip from the trip plus a special catch-up with Saqib Mahmood and Matt Parkinson.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - World Cup review! from 2023-02-27T10:12

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley look back on the knockout stages of the T20 World Cup as Australia win for a sixth time. Plus, Kate tells us about a truly horrible paint colour.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - time for the semis! from 2023-02-22T11:49

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley discuss record-breaking scores, breakout stars and the T20 World Cup semi-finals! Plus, more reflections on the franchise opportunities coming up.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - World Cup wins and WPL auction drama from 2023-02-15T00:45

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley discuss England's strong start to the T20 World Cup. Plus, a full breakdown of the WPL auction and how it's changed the women's game forever.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Never knowingly under-bowled from 2023-02-09T14:01

England Women's coach Jon Lewis is the guest live from South Africa ahead of the T20 World Cup! Also, Alex has a very bold pair of new shoes...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - how do you cut your sandwiches? from 2023-02-01T17:42

Cricketers Kate Cross & Alex Hartley are back to discuss India's win at the U19 World Cup, and a surprise omission from South Africa's squad. There's also time for plenty of icks!

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Scrivens Above! from 2023-01-25T10:58

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley get all the gossip from the Women's U19 T20 World Cup with England captain Grace Scrivens. Plus, Alex reveals the lengths she went to find her phone...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Salsa, Spots and Supermarkets from 2023-01-13T14:39

England bowler Kate Cross and World Cup winner Alex Hartley are back together for the new year! There's much to discuss, not least that Kate has been picked for the T20 World Cup.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - (a quickly run) Single All the Way! from 2022-12-23T00:36

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley, your favourite cricketing Christmas crackers, are back together again to talk festive icks, retro presents, and - oh yes - England's win in Pakistan!

England’s revolution through the eyes of Ben Stokes from 2022-12-22T06:00

Ben Stokes brings us inside the England camp after a year to remember for the men's Test side. We hear details of Bairstow’s Trent Bridge blitz, the record breaking win over India and how the Lo...

TMS Moments of 2022 from 2022-12-21T06:00

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Vic Marks, Alex Hartley, Simon Mann, Daniel Norcross, Stephan Shemilt and Andy Zaltzman. From the humiliation in Hobart to the start of the Stokes/McCullum Test revol...

England complete historic clean sweep in Pakistan. from 2022-12-20T08:40

England won the Third Test in Karachi by 8 wickets to clinch a record breaking three nil series win.

Pakistan have never before been handed a clean sweep home or away.

Analysis fro...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - deck the halls with boughs of Ollie! from 2022-12-16T18:15

England women's bowler Kate Cross is back from the West Indies, Alex Hartley is in Pakistan. This week they're joined by England men's Ollie Pope who has his own icks to discuss.

Remembering England’s famous Karachi win in the dark from 2022-12-15T12:22

As England prepare to play Pakistan in Karachi for the third and final Test match, they return to the scene of one of their most famous overseas Test wins.

22 years ago, England won the t...

2005 memories: Tres and Colly reflect on England’s last tour to Pakistan from 2022-12-07T15:29

As England continue their first Test tour of Pakistan, two of the coaching staff, Marcus Trescothick and Paul Collingwood, were playing the last time England toured here.

They sat down wi...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Too much information, Alex from 2022-12-05T20:02

England bowler Kate Cross is fresh from a comprehensive win in Antigua, Alex Hartley has just seen one of the GREAT Test matches in Rawalpindi. Look out for more excellent 'icks'.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - sliding into John Cena's DMs from 2022-11-30T22:59

England bowler Kate Cross is in the West Indies, Alex Hartley is in Pakistan. Two series to discuss, lots of emails to read and an awful lot of of 'icks'.

Good Pace for Radio: Ep 7. “World Cup reflections and Pakistan preparation” from 2022-11-28T21:06

Tymal Mills and Mark Wood return after a short break to take a considered look back on England’s T20 World Cup win. What were the celebrations really like in Melbourne? Plus Woody is already on ...

Stokes leads England to T20 World Cup triumph from 2022-11-13T14:41

England beat Pakistan by 5 wickets at the MCG to add the T20 World Cup to their 50 over crown.

We get reaction from player of the tournament Sam Curran, Ben Stokes, Jos Buttler, Mark Wood,...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - EMERGENCY! England are double World Champions! from 2022-11-13T13:43

Moments after the winning runs are struck, Alex Hartley joins Kate Cross live from Melbourne to discuss England beating Pakistan to become T20 World Champions!

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - it's semi-final time at the T20 World Cup, but whose predictions have been spot on? from 2022-11-09T03:51

With the World Cup drawing to a close, Kate and Alex compare their predictions (some good, some really bad - Warner?!). Plus, the emails and instas get a good looking through.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Ireland's Curtis Campher talks about THAT England game from 2022-10-31T03:50

Having shocked England at the T20 World Cup, Ireland's Curtis Campher joins Kate Cross and Alex Hartley to discuss the game and reveal what the side did to celebrate the win.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - is there such a thing as a summer duvet? from 2022-10-21T04:34

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley are very excited about the T20 World Cup Super 12s, plus they have a good rummage around the No Balls email inbox and discuss types of duvet.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - a little bonus episode with Aussie legend Jess Jonassen! from 2022-10-14T02:14

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley return sooner than advertised and are joined by Australian bowler Jess Jonassen. The obvious question is asked: Does she ever get bored of winning?

Clinical England take decider to claim Pakistan series. from 2022-10-02T20:25

England won the 7th T20 by 67 runs to clinch the series 4 – 3. Henry Moeran reviews the action and looks ahead to the men’s T20 World Cup with former England wicketkeeper turned coach James Fost...

Pakistan edge thriller and Thompson talks. from 2022-09-28T20:23

Aatif Nawaz is joined by Alex Hartley and Saqib Mahmood to discuss another thrilling T20 as Pakistan edge ahead in the series. We also hear from Moeen Ali and Mark Wood. Plus BBC Sports Editor D...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Kate took four wickets at Lord's, and there's nothing else to say about the game... from 2022-09-25T18:56

The day after a hugely controversial end to the England vs India series, bowler Kate Cross and Alex Hartley chat through *that* moment and the rest of the summer.

Surrey champions as County cricket future comes under spotlight. from 2022-09-23T07:59

Kevin Howells reports on Surrey winning the County Championship at a time of fierce debate about how future seasons may look. We get reactions from Rory Burns, Ollie Pope and Gareth Batty and an...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Are you listening Chris Martin? from 2022-08-27T23:27

Kate and Alex have been busy in the Hundred and have all the gossip from the tournament. Plus, there's a good delve into the mailbox and more excitement about a celebrity fan...

View from the Boundary – Peter White from 2022-08-27T17:10

Jonathan Agnew is joined by award winning broadcaster Peter White who’s been contributing to Radio 4 Consumer Affairs programme “You and Yours” for almost 50 years.

Ask the Umpire. from 2022-08-26T13:50

Identical twins, pony tails and rogue terriers. John Holder joins Jonathan Agnew and Vic Marks for “Ask the Umpire”

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - The Battle of the Spuds from 2022-08-18T23:40

With the Hundred well underway, Kate Cross and Alex Hartley bring the latest from the tournament - including their game against each other. Plus, giraffe suits may have been worn.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast with Hayley Matthews from 2022-08-05T11:02

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley answer questions sent in by the listeners and are joined by Barbados captain Hayley Matthews to tell us about her experience of the Commonwealth Games.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast with Sophie Devine from 2022-08-01T10:38

New Zealand player Sophie Devine joins Kate Cross and Alex Hartley to go behind the scenes at the Commonwealth Games and answer your questions.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - The Commonwealth Games Preview from 2022-07-27T13:01

Alex and Kate look ahead to the Commonwealth Games, show off the new England kit and Alex shares a secret about a past celebrity crush

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Alex's record-breaking day... from 2022-07-21T15:00

World Cup winner Alex Hartley and England bowler Kate Cross chat through Alex taking a record 6-24, plus Kate's very excited about preparations for the Commonwealth Games.

Ben Stokes retires from One Day International cricket from 2022-07-20T04:27

Simon Mann is joined by England fast bowling trio Mark Wood, James Anderson and Saqib Mahmood to reflect on the One Day International career of Ben Stokes, who has announced his retirement from ...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - We love Test cricket, we don't love rain from 2022-07-02T12:59

Back from the Test at Taunton, England bowler Kate Cross and Alex Hartley reflect on a memorable four days. Plus, they're joined by Lauren Bell fresh from making her debut.

Katherine Brunt and Anya Shrubsole on their retirement from Test Cricket from 2022-06-28T14:00

Henry Moeran speaks to two of the all time greats of women's cricket. Anya Shrubsole and Katherine Brunt discuss their retirement from International Test cricket and their careers throughout the...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Hartley's been in Amsterdam and a cat in a car! from 2022-06-21T13:26

Join Kate Cross and Alex Hartley as they discuss an amazing run-fest in Amsterdam, answer more of your questions and discuss whether it's ever acceptable to have tuna on a pizza.

The Ask Moeen Ali Special from 2022-06-12T16:33

Jonathan Agnew asks Moeen Ali your questions in the TMS commentary box.

View from the Boundary - Tim Key from 2022-06-11T13:14

Tim Key joins Dan Norcross in the TMS commentary box. The comedian, actor, screenwriter and poet talks about trying to be creative during the pandemic, his work with Steve Coogan and, of course,...

England v New Zealand Second Test Preview from 2022-06-09T17:17

Alistair Bruce-Ball, Jonathan Agnew and Jeremy Coney preview the second test between England and New Zealand.

Ben Stokes wants to bring the "fun" back into playing for England. You can hea...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - The greatest day of Alex Hartley's life from 2022-06-09T13:39

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley have ALL the gossip from an amazing game played in aid of the Ruth Strauss Foundation. Look out for a special contribution from Michael McIntyre...

View from the Boundary - Joe Stilgoe from 2022-06-04T13:52

Internationally acclaimed singer, pianist and songwriter Joe Stilgoe joins Aggers to discuss his love for cricket, his life in music and Joe also managed to fit his keyboard in the TMS commentar...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Crossy at the IPL Challenge, weddings and ticket prices from 2022-06-01T15:08

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley have plenty to chat about including the Sciver-Brunt wedding, the cost of Lord's tickets and whether you thought the people on TV were watching back...

Should the Championship become a franchise competition? from 2022-05-24T16:06

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen has caused a stir by suggesting the County Championship is replaced by a red ball franchise competition. Kevin Howells gets reaction from the ECB managing ...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Women’s IPL, Hugh Grant lookalikes and Greg James in the bath from 2022-05-23T19:31

England bowler Kate Cross is in India taking part in the Women’s T20 challenge, hopefully a forerunner of the women’s IPL. She’s joined by World Cup winner Alex Hartley who’s been enjoying mixed...

Cricket’s great entertainer. Tribute to Andrew Symonds. from 2022-05-15T14:30

Kevin Howells presents a tribute to Australia all-rounder Andrew Symonds who has died in a car accident at the age of only 46. We hear from TMS commentator Jim Maxwell on his Australia playing c...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast. The return! from 2022-05-11T21:29

After a short break England bowler Kate Cross and World Cup winner Alex Hartley are back with tales from the start of their cricket season, tuk-tuk buying fathers and playing cricket with Ed She...

5 Live Cricket: How can we engage more people in cricket? from 2022-05-09T21:28

Alison Mitchell and Ebony Rainford-Brent look at the accessibility of cricket, and what can be done to engage more with people from all backgrounds and whether we should be feeling optimistic, o...

Root steps down as England captain. from 2022-04-15T17:10

Jonathan Agnew is joined by former England spinners Phil Tufnell and Vic Marks to reflect on the resignation of Joe Root as England captain. We also hear from two men who know Root very well, Yo...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast. The final wrap-up. from 2022-04-11T17:01

England bowler Kate Cross and TMS commentator Alex Hartley are reunited in the UK a week after the World Cup final where England were defeated by Australia in a high scoring game. They reflect o...

Is County Cricket fit for purpose? from 2022-04-04T20:06

Kevin Howells is joined by two former England coaches, Paul Farbrace and Peter Moores, who are now involved back in the County game. They look ahead to the domestic season and ask if Championshi...

Healy heroics thwart England World Cup hopes from 2022-04-03T10:41

Alison Mitchell is joined by 2017 World Cup winner Alex Hartley, Henry Moeran and Stephan Shemilt to review Australia’s 71 run World Cup Final victory over England.

Plus we get reaction fr...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Emergency Semi-Final Edition from 2022-03-31T13:00

Kate Cross has just helped England to the World Cup final, and quite rightly is ready to tell NBTCP listeners how it happened. Alex is rather excited, just so you're warned...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Group stage? Completed it mate. from 2022-03-29T04:00

England bowler Kate Cross and 2017 winner Alex Hartley discuss the Women's World Cup up to now and look ahead to the knockout matches. Plus, how should you butter a sandwich?

Root to get the boot? from 2022-03-28T21:49

Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by guests Jimmy Anderson, Phil Tufnell, Michael Vaughan and Carlos Brathwaite to reflect on England’s defeat against the West Indies. With Joe Root’s side having now lost ...

Grenada Day 4: England defeat casts doubts over Root’s future from 2022-03-27T20:59

Will Joe Root stay on as Test captain? That’s the question everyone is asking after England’s ten wicket defeat to the West Indies in Grenada that continues a poor run of form for England. Root t...

Grenada Day 3: England collapse to brink of series defeat from 2022-03-27T00:14

Yet another England collapse (how many times have we said that this winter?) leaves England on the brink of a series defeat in the West Indies. Jonathan Agnew is joined by Dean Wilson of the Mirr...

Grenada Day 2: West Indies nudge ahead in gripping Test from 2022-03-25T23:58

The West Indies have the upper hand on the second day of the deciding Test match in Grenada, helped by Josh Da Silva’s 54*. Jonathan Agnew and Dean Wilson look back on an absorbing day’s Test cri...

Grenada Day 1: Leach and Mahmood rescue England after another collapse from 2022-03-24T23:53

Jonathan Agnew looks back on a remarkable day of Test cricket as England’s latest collapse is rescued by the 10th wicket partnership of 90 between Jack Leach and Saqib Mahmood. We hear from Mahmo...

Pitch Imperfect, Collingwood’s credentials and England’s World Cup wobbles from 2022-03-21T22:51

Mark Chapman is joined by Jimmy Anderson and Phil Tufnell to reflect on England’s second Test match against West Indies as flat pitch conditions led to a second consecutive draw. Jimmy tells us wh...

Barbados Day 5: England thwarted by stubborn Windies from 2022-03-21T00:36

England had to settle for a draw in the second Test in Barbados after being unable to dismiss a stubborn West Indies side. Jonathan Agnew and Dean Wilson look back on the final day as England gav...

Barbados Day 4: England eye slim chance of victory from 2022-03-19T23:54

After a mammoth, dogged innings from Kraigg Brathwaite, England finally bowled West Indies out to leave themselves with an outside chance of forcing a victory on the final day in Barbados. Jonath...

Barbados Day 3: Windies twin tons torment tourists from 2022-03-19T00:20

Centuries for captain Kraigg Brathwaite and Jermaine Blackwood helped the West Indies fight back in the second Test in Barbados after England’s imposing total. Jonathan Agnew is joined by Dean Wi...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - it's Nasser Hussain on the pod! from 2022-03-18T05:58

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley are joined by former England captain Nasser Hussain to discuss the current Women's World Cup and his stellar career as a player and broadcaster.

Barbados Day 2: Ben Stokes hits a sublime 120 and Matthew Fisher strikes early from 2022-03-17T22:58

A Ben Stokes century helped England to 507-9 declared on day two West Indies closed on 71-1 after Matt Fisher took a wicket with his second ball in Test cricketJonathan Agnew joins Steve Crossman ...

Barbados Day 1: Root leads the way but Lawrence falls agonisingly short from 2022-03-17T00:13

Joe Root scores his 25th Test century as England take control of the second Test match in Barbados. Jonathan Agnew is joined in Barbados by Dean Wilson from the Mirror to look back on arguably En...

Antigua Day 5: Defiant West Indies frustrate England from 2022-03-13T00:08

England were frustrated on the final day of the first Test match against the West Indies in Antigua after some stubborn resistance from the home side. Jonathan Agnew, former England bowler Steve ...

Antigua Day 4: Crawley hits a ton and England didn’t collapse! from 2022-03-11T23:08

Zak Crawley hit his second Test hundred as England dig in to wrestle back control of the first Test in Antigua. Jonathan Agnew is joined by Dean Wilson at the Sir Viv Richards Cricket Ground to l...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - World Cup frustration and a chat with an England legend from 2022-03-11T09:10

After a tough start to the World Cup, England bowler Kate Cross and Alex Hartley chat through what needs to change. Plus, former teammate Lydia Greenway joins the pod.

Antigua Day 3: Collingwood – “One of the best efforts I’ve seen in an England shirt” from 2022-03-11T00:05

Jonathan Agnew, Dean Wilson and Phil Tufnell join Eleanor Oldroyd to reflect on day three of the first Test between the West Indies and England in Antigua. England toiled as Nkrumah Bonner's deter...

Antigua Day 2: Wood – “We’re never going to be Jimmy and Broady overnight” from 2022-03-09T23:17

England have a mixed day in Antigua after failing to impress with the new ball, followed by a spell of 4-44, before allowing the West Indies off the hook. Jonathan Agnew and Dean Wilson talk abou...

Antigua Day 1: Bairstow leads England fightback from 2022-03-09T00:16

On the first day of England's 'red ball reset', Jonny Bairstow leads England's fightback with an unbeaten century. Jonathan Agnew is joined by Dean Wilson from the Mirror to look back on a day wh...

Remembering Shane Warne from 2022-03-04T21:44

As cricket comes to terms with the death of Australian cricket legend Shane Warne at the age of 52, Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by BBC cricket correspondent Jonathan Agnew and former England spinn...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Shall we do a World Cup? from 2022-03-03T11:08

England bowler Kate Cross and World Cup winner Alex Hartley look ahead to this year's tournament. Plus, it turns out Alex remembers pretty much nothing from her success in 2017...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - World Cup prep and Danni Wyatt returns for a quiz from 2022-02-24T09:21

Kate's preparing to play in her first World Cup and the excitement is building. For Alex, it's quarantine and trying to keep herself entertained. Plus, a return for Danni Wyatt.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - The Brunt and Sciver episode from 2022-02-18T10:45

England stars Nat Sciver and Katherine Brunt join Kate and Alex for a fascinating chat about life and love as international athletes. Look out for a VERY competitive quiz.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast. Washes Wash-up and World Cup quarantine from 2022-02-11T17:48

England Kate Cross is in quarantine in New Zealand ahead of the World Cup and Alex Hartley is in Melbourne recovering from commentating on a rollercoaster Women’s Ashes. They review the series a...

Drawn Test drama and decider disappointment from 2022-01-31T23:34

Mark Chapman, Alex Hartley and Phil Tufnell look back on the incredible finale to the women’s Ashes Test in Canberra, and England’s men losing out in the deciding T20 in the West Indies.

T...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast – The Emergency Post Test Episode from 2022-01-31T09:41

England bowler Kate Cross and World Cup winner Alex Hartley reflect on the near miracle of Manuka. Kate has the inside story of one of the most dramatic Tests of all time and Alex explains how s...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast – WAshed out from 2022-01-25T20:45

After two WAshes matches were washed out, Alex and Kate don’t have a great deal of cricket to talk about. So instead, they talk about the time a swan bit Kate on the belly button, and how a bee stu...

England prepare for four-day Test from 2022-01-25T20:24

Henry Moeran, Alex Hartley, Kristen Beams and Melinda Farrell discuss the challenging build up to Women’s Ashes, the series so far and what makes Australia so good.

England Captain Heathe...

England's first win of the winter from 2022-01-25T00:10

Mark Chapman is joined by former England cricketer Phil Tufnell and West Indies World Cup winner Carlos Brathwaite to talk about a first English victory this winter.

We also hear from Mick...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Danni Wyatt previews the Washes from 2022-01-20T13:44

After countless requests England batter Danni Wyatt (finally!) joins the podcast to preview the Women's Ashes, reveal how Virat Kohli reacted to her twitter marriage proposal, explain why her at...

5 Live Cricket: From Ashes to Ashes from 2022-01-17T23:14

Mark Chapman is joined by former England batter Michael Carberry and West Indian World Cup winner Carlos Brathwaite to look back at the final Test in Hobart and the 4-nil series defeat. The team...

England collapse again to end miserable Ashes tour from 2022-01-16T13:12

Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by Jonathan Agnew, former England fast bowler Steven Finn and Australian cricket writer and broadcaster Geoff Lemon for reaction to the third day of the fifth Ashes Test.<...

When Steven met Glenn. from 2022-01-16T07:13

England bowler Steven Finn chats to his hero: the legendary Glenn McGrath.

Australia on top after England collapse from 2022-01-15T13:05

Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by Jonathan Agnew and former England fast bowler Steven Finn for reaction to the second day of the fifth Ashes Test in Hobart.

We'll hear from Australia's Mitche...

Head century punishes England from 2022-01-14T13:27

Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by Jonathan Agnew and former England fast bowler Steven Finn for reaction to the opening day of the fifth and final Ashes Test in Hobart.

We'll hear from Travis ...

Racism in cricket report reaction from 2022-01-14T13:06

ECB Chief Executive Tom Harrison joins Jonathan Agnew to react to the DCMS select committee report on racism in cricket.

DCMS Chair Julien Knight and former Yorkshire player Azeem Rafiq gi...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - G'day folks! from 2022-01-13T06:53

Our dynamic duo have made to Australia. Excitement for Alex as she commentates on her first men's Test, whilst Kate is easing into a busy schedule ahead of the start of the Ashes.

Can England pick up consolation win in historic Hobart Test? from 2022-01-12T11:25

Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by BBC Cricket correspondent Jonathan Agnew and England World Cup winner and former Hobart Hurricanes player Alex Hartley to look ahead to the final men’s Ashes Test of th...

5 Live Cricket: Fourth Test reflections and Women's Ashes preview from 2022-01-10T23:59

Mark Chapman is joined by Phil Tufnell and Paul Farbrace to look back on the dramatic 4th Ashes Test. We hear from the man at the centre of the drama, James Anderson and consider what changes En...

England hold on to avoid Ashes whitewash from 2022-01-09T10:48

Reaction from Simon Mann, Jonathan Agnew and Steve Finn as England survive a nail-biting final day at Sydney.

Jack Leach, Stuart Broad and James Anderson held out for the final 64 balls as...

Khawaja ton leaves England battling to save Test from 2022-01-08T10:20

Reaction from Simon Mann, Jonathan Agnew and Steve Finn as England set unlikely target to win fourth test at Sydney.

Australia declare for second time in the match on 265-6, setting Englan...

Brilliant Bairstow century rescues England after early collapse from 2022-01-07T10:10

Reaction from Simon Mann, Jonathan Agnew and Steve Finn as Jonny Bairstow and Ben Stokes lead the fightback on the third day of the Sydney test.

We hear from a "proud" Bairstow who hit a g...

Khawaja's comeback century puts Australia in control from 2022-01-06T10:45

Reaction from Simon Mann, Jonathan Agnew and Steve Finn as England toil on the second day at Sydney.

We hear from Stuart Broad, who claimed England's first five wicket haul of the series a...

England battle hard on rain-affected first day at Sydney from 2022-01-05T11:15

Reaction from Simon Mann, Steve Finn and Geoff Lemon after a rain affected first day at Sydney.

We hear from Mark Wood, who calls England’s build up to the fourth test “carnage” with staf...

England play for pride as the Ashes reaches Sydney from 2022-01-03T23:51

Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by former England fast bowler Steven Finn, commentator Simon Mann and TMS scorer Andy Zaltzman to preview the 4th Ashes Test in Sydney.

We hear from captain Joe R...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - a friend of the podcast shares their amazing story. from 2022-01-03T11:25

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley speak to their close friend and colleague H Cowen as they talk through a change in their life. This one really is a really special episode.

Snow Balls: The Christmas Podcast - It's your Festive Special! from 2021-12-21T08:14

As Christmas approaches, Kate and Alex put up the tinsel and see what Santa has popped in the No Balls inbox. Plus, a look back on a tough start to the M-Ashes for England...

Australia take command of second Test from 2021-12-17T13:23

After yet another day of Australian dominance, Jonathan Agnew and Steve Finn join Simon Mann in Adelaide to discuss where things went wrong for the tourists.

We hear from Ben Stokes and S...

England miss chances on long opening day from 2021-12-16T13:26

Jonathan Agnew and Steve Finn join Simon Mann after a long day in the field for England. David Warner hit 95, with Marnus Labuschagne still batting on the same score, after Australia won the toss a...

Ashes Tour Tales: Ep 3 Adelaide from 2021-12-15T03:45

From Bodyline to 2010 glory, Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by Jonathan Agnew, Steven Finn and commentator Simon Mann to share stories of matches played at the iconic Adelaide Oval.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Hey, Cow! from 2021-12-15T03:38

With the men's Ashes underway, Alex and Kate discuss the first Test and get busy going through the No Balls email inbox.

5 Live Cricket: Where it went wrong for England from 2021-12-13T21:59

Mark Chapman is joined by Alex Hartley, Phil Tufnell & Geoff Lemon. They discuss where it went wrong for England in the first Test.

Writer and broadcaster Geoff Lemon gives us the view fro...

England collapse to heavy defeat to give Australia Ashes lead from 2021-12-11T07:23

Jonathan Agnew and Steve Finn give their reaction to Simon Mann after England's latest batting collapse puts Australia 1-0 up in the Ashes.

Joe Root tells us that he sticks by his selectio...

Root and Malan revive England's hopes at the Gabba from 2021-12-10T10:08

After England's fightback on day three at the Gabba, Jonathan Agnew and Steve Finn join Simon Mann to give their thoughts on a definant stand between Joe Root and Dawid Malan.

We hear fro...

Australia Head and shoulders in front from 2021-12-09T10:42

Jonathan Agnew and Steve Finn give their thoughts to Simon Mann after a chastening day in the field for England.

Travis Head's 85-ball century has Australia in the driving seat, with fitne...

England blown away as Captain Cummins takes five from 2021-12-08T09:34

England’s Ashes get off to a disastrous start from the very first ball at the Gabba – Jonathan Agnew and Steve Finn join Simon Mann to work out just where it went wrong for the tourists, who were b...

The TMS Ashes Preview from 2021-12-07T07:33

Elly Oldroyd is joined by Aggers, Phil Tufnell and Jim Maxwell to preview the Ashes. Plus, we hear from both captains and find out why Isa Guha has been immortalised in sand.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Tortoises, training camps and The Ashes from 2021-12-07T02:22

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley have a look ahead to the start of the Men's Ashes, launch a pronunciation argument and celebrate exciting news for a big friend of the podcast.

Ashes Tour Tales Ep 3: Magic memories and countdown to ball 1. from 2021-12-05T20:57

Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by Ashes tour veteran Jonathan Agnew, 3 time Ashes winner Steven Finn, TMS commentator Simon Mann and statistician Andy Zaltzman to share first memories of following En...

Project Ashes Ep 6: Returning the Urn from 2021-12-03T12:24

For the last 12 months, Jonathan Agnew has been given exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the England men’s cricket team’s planning to win back the Ashes. Throughout the year, Aggers has spoke...

Ashes Tour Tales Ep 2: Brace yourself for Brisbane from 2021-12-02T07:14

Ahead of the start of the series in Brisbane, Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by Ashes tour veteran Jonathan Agnew, three-time Ashes winner Steven Finn, TMS commentator Simon Mann and statistician And...

Project Ashes Ep 5: History Lessons from 2021-11-30T01:05

For the last 12 months, Jonathan Agnew has been given exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the England men’s cricket team’s planning to win back the Ashes. Throughout the year, Aggers has spoke...

5 Live Cricket: The Ashes from 2021-11-29T22:19

Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by Steven Finn, Carlos Brathwaite & Jonathan Agnew to look ahead to the Ashes.

They discuss the unique preparations for both England and Australia, plus we hear f...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Wood ya believe it! from 2021-11-29T06:59

Kate and Alex are joined by World Cup winner Mark Wood live from Australia ahead of the Ashes. Obviously, he weighs in on the Great Bread Knife Debate...

Project Ashes Ep 4: Family Planning from 2021-11-26T01:05

For the last 12 months, Jonathan Agnew has been given exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the England men’s cricket team’s planning to win back the Ashes. Throughout the year, Aggers has spoke...

The Future of Cricket from 2021-11-25T23:37

Steve Crossman is joined by West Indies World Cup winner Carlos Brathwaite and BBC Asian Network presenter and journalist Ankur Desai to examine what comes next for cricket in the wake of the Azeem...

Ashes Tour Tales Ep 1. TMS BONUS PODCAST from 2021-11-25T07:29

Simon Mann is joined by men’s Ashes tour veteran Jonathan Agnew and 2010/11 Ashes winner Steven Finn to look back on stories from series Down Under. In this first episode they discuss how challengi...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Alex doesn't know how to hold a mug from 2021-11-24T11:33

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley explore an inbox full of remarkable emails. Plus, a trip to the Christmas market reveals Alex has a proper LBW habit…

Project Ashes Ep 3: The Backroom from 2021-11-23T01:05

For the last 12 months, Jonathan Agnew has been given exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the England men’s cricket team’s planning to win back the Ashes. Throughout the year, Aggers has spoke...

Project Ashes Ep 3: The Backroom from 2021-11-23T01:05

For the last 12 months, Jonathan Agnew has been given exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the England men’s cricket team’s planning to win back the Ashes. Throughout the year, Aggers has spoken t...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - World Cup reflections and Jemimah Rodrigues! from 2021-11-19T03:02

After a dramatic few weeks in the UAE, Kate and Alex reflect on victory for Australia. Plus, India superstar Jemimah Rodrigues joins the pod from the Women's Big Bash League.

Project Ashes Ep 2: When it all goes wrong from 2021-11-19T01:05

For the last 12 months, Jonathan Agnew has been given exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the England men’s cricket team’s planning to win back the Ashes. Throughout the year, Aggers has spoke...

Project Ashes Ep 1: The Plans from 2021-11-16T01:05

For the last 12 months, Jonathan Agnew has been given exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the England men’s cricket team’s planning to win back the Ashes. Throughout the year, Aggers has spoke...

Australia claim first World T20 Trophy from 2021-11-14T20:01

Isa Guha is joined by T20 World Cup finalist Dirk Nannes, T20 World Cup winner Carlos Brathwaite and former England World Cup spin bowler Phil Tufnell to review Australia’s 8 wicket win over New...

Good Pace for Radio Ep 6: Bye from UAE and the most popular man in English cricket from 2021-11-13T16:28

Tymal and Woody reflect on England's T20 World Cup journey coming to an end at the semi-final stage. We get the lowdown on being drug tested and reveal what Eoin Morgan said in the team meeting ...

When Micah met Carlos from 2021-11-10T22:30

Mark Chapman finds out more about West Indies T20 World Cup winner Carlos Brathwaite and former Premier League defender Micah Richards.

The pair met briefly on the Monday Night Club, but h...

England knocked out as New Zealand edge thriller from 2021-11-10T19:25

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Carlos Brathwaite and Phil Tufnell to look back on England’s semi-final defeat to New Zealand.

We hear from England batting coach Marcus Trescothick, as well a...

Good Pace for Radio Ep 5: Semi-final preview and Sam Billings’ Football XI from 2021-11-09T12:19

England are into a semi-final and Woody’s finally been fit enough to start a game! Though he did get told off by Eoin Morgan on the field… The boys discuss England’s defeat to South Africa, Jaso...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - 'Bread knife-gate' continues and we check in with Scotland at the T20 World Cup from 2021-11-08T22:45

Kate Cross and Alex Hartley speak to Kyle Coetzer, the man leading Scotland through a memorable T20 World Cup. Plus, there's LOTS of talk on how Kate's kitchen should be arranged.

England reach T20 semi-final despite SA defeat from 2021-11-06T19:46

Jonathan Agnew looks back on England’s 10 run defeat to South Africa with Phil Tufnell, Carlos Brathwaite and Andy Zaltzman. Plus we celebrate the T20 careers of DJ Bravo and Chris Gayle as well as...

Good Pace for Radio Ep 4: Walking off injured, Numbers’ signals, and Woody the Mummy from 2021-11-05T13:28

Tymal may be out of the World Cup, but it doesn’t mean the podcast is over… Mark Wood and Tymal Mills discuss what it’s like to walk off injured during the middle of an over, and just how much P...

Buttler’s sublime century continues England’s 100% record from 2021-11-01T19:03

Jos Buttler becomes the first English man to hit international centuries in all three formats of the game to help England to a 26-run win over Sri Lanka. Jonathan Agnew is joined by World Cup winne...

England thrash Australia at the T20 World Cup from 2021-10-30T18:32

Jonathan Agnew is joined by World Cup winner Liam Plunkett and former Australian player Stuart Law to review a thumping 8 wicket win for England. We also hear from Liam Livingstone, Chris Jordan...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - We Back, Baby! from 2021-10-29T13:20

Fresh from their holidays, Kate and Alex reconvene to catch up on all things travel, World Cup cricket and get stuck into some of the emails bursting out of the No Balls inbox.

Good Pace for Radio Ep 3: Chris ‘The Wizard” Woakes joins us! from 2021-10-29T13:17

Chris Woakes joins Tymal Mills and Mark Wood for the third episode of the podcast that takes you inside England’s World Cup bubble – Good Pace for Radio.

They talk about the best ball the...

England march on as Scotland falter from 2021-10-27T18:45

England’s T20 World Cup campaign continues at full pace after an emphatic eight wicket win over Bangladesh. Steve Finn and Carlos Brathwaite join Jonathan Agnew, plus we speak to Chris Woakes, stra...

Good Pace for Radio Ep 2: Bowling bouncers at your mother from 2021-10-26T12:39

Tymal reflects on his first England match in nearly five years after he helped to bowl the West Indies out for just 55 in their opening T20 World Cup match.

Woody gives us an update on hi...

Ben Stokes is back from 2021-10-25T21:17

Mark Chapman is joined by Warwickshire’s sporting director Paul Farbrace and the West Indian World Cup winner Carlos Brathwaite.

They chat all things Ben Stokes as it has been announced th...

England crush defending champions West Indies from 2021-10-23T18:25

England get their World Cup campaign off to a perfect start after bowling the West Indies out for just 55 in Dubai. Carlos Brathwaite and Paul Farbrace join Jonathan Agnew to look where it went so ...

Good Pace for Radio Episode 1: Wood vs Mills, celeb listeners and chalky spray from 2021-10-21T12:39

The podcast is up and running! Tymal and Woody explain what life is like during a World Cup, from what players do to keep cool in the extreme heat, what it’s like planning to bowl to Chris Gayle wh...

Carlos Brathwaite remembers THAT final from 2021-10-20T16:03

Five years ago, Carlos Brathwaite finished off one of the most remarkable ends to any final in any sport. The West Indies all-rounder hit four consecutive sixes off Ben Stokes’ bowling to win th...

Good Pace for Radio Episode 0: Scenario-based training and Blippi from 2021-10-19T11:56

England bowlers Mark Wood and Tymal Mills introduce a new podcast that will take you behind the scenes of England’s T20 World Cup campaign in the Middle East. In a preview episode, they talk abo...

T20 World Cup Preview from 2021-10-13T21:03

Eleanor Oldroyd is alongside former Sri Lankan head coach Paul Farbrace and 2010 World T20 champion Ravi Bopara.

We also hear from England fast bowler Chris Jordan, TMS commentator Aatif N...

Tuffers and Vaughan: Chris Woakes, the Ashes and Mr Rude from 2021-10-11T21:22

Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan to look over the Ashes squad selection as well as asses England’s prospects for the T20 World Cup.

Plus England all-rounder Ch...

Can Kohli finally win the IPL and are England T20 World Cup favourites? from 2021-10-08T18:22

As the Indian Premier League reaches the knockout stage Henry Moeran is joined by Nikesh Rughani and former IPL star Abhishek Jhunjhunwala to look ahead to the play offs. Plus we hear from Chennai ...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Crossy turns 30 and Greg James drops by! from 2021-10-06T21:29

After a very special birthday, Kate and Alex talk through the big day. Plus, Radio 1 presenter Greg James joins us from the Tailenders tour bus to talk all sorts of nonsense...

Moeen Ali on Test retirement from 2021-09-29T13:13

England all-rounder Moeen Ali joins TMS commentator Aatif Nawaz to discuss his retirement from Tests. Moeen explains his decision, goes through the highlights of his Test career and chats about ...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - How Many Balls in a Season from 2021-09-29T08:31

As the summer of 2021 concludes, Kate and Alex decide if it was really long or really short. Plus, plenty of DM sliding and a few rogue emails to keep us busy.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - The most disgusting sandwich you've ever heard of from 2021-09-22T14:23

As the season heads towards a close, Kate and Alex talk through their weeks and receive some wild emails. And with the IPL back underway, Graeme Swann checks in from Mumbai.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Ohhhhh Jimmy, Jimmy! from 2021-09-14T12:16

Jimmy Anderson (yes, THE Jimmy Anderson) joins Kate and Alex to talk India, Ashes, warm-ups and frogs. Plus, Crossy did something for the first time in seven years this week...

Final Test cancelled amid Covid concerns from 2021-09-10T13:01

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Michael Vaughan, Alison Mitchell, Vic Marks and Deep Dasgupta after the summer's final Test between England and India at Emirates Old Trafford was called off after conce...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - "I'd offer you a nut, but covid." from 2021-09-08T15:50

After a brief break, Kate Cross and Alex Hartley return to discuss cricket (briefly), best/worst birthdays and getting spotted by No Balls fans. Oh, and Crossy meets her heroes...

England collapse to hand India final day victory from 2021-09-06T16:50

Jonathan Agnew, Deep Dasgupta and Michael Vaughan reflect after an inspired India swept through England’s batting to win the fourth Test by 157 runs.

An enthralling final day anticipated after Burns and Hameed make a promosing start from 2021-09-05T19:30

Jonathan Agnew is alongside Michael Vaughan and Deep Dasgupta for analysis of the fourth day's play at The Oval. Rory Burns and Haseeb Hameed's partnership of 77 leaves all results possible and Eng...

The “Leg over” 30 years on. from 2021-09-05T14:25

In 1991 Jonathan Agnew and Brian Johnston produced a piece of radio that has been replayed millions of times. Simon Mann is joined at the Oval by Aggers, Brian’s son Barry Johnston, former TMS P...

India gain upper hand after Rohit century from 2021-09-04T17:51

Jonathan Agnew, Deep Dasgupta and Michael Vaughan discuss an intriguing third day at the Oval in which Rohit Sharma's 127 put India in a strong position as bad light stopped play.

View from the Boundary - Chris Addison from 2021-09-04T13:15

Comedian, actor, writer and director Chris Addison takes a “View from the Boundary” with Jonathan Agnew at the Oval.

Addison discusses watching the 2005 Ashes climax at the Oval, his admi...

Test poised after Pope and Woakes shine with bat from 2021-09-03T18:17

Jonathan Agnew, Michael Vaughan and Deep Dasgupta discuss an intriguing day at the Oval which saw Chris Woakes and Ollie Pope fight back after England lost early wickets.

A Sleeping captain, Bella the Elephant and an historic win from 2021-09-03T13:00

Jonathan Agnew looks back on India’s first Test victory over England at the Oval 50 years ago. We hear from Sunil Gavaskar and Farokh Engineer who played in the game and Deep Dasgupta and Prakas...

Root wicket leaves Test in the balance from 2021-09-02T18:34

Jonathan Agnew, Deep Dasgupta and Michael Vaughan reflect on an action-packed start to the fourth Test which saw India fight back after being bowled out for 191.

Cook’s Oval farewell from 2021-09-02T14:10

Sir Alastair Cook looks back on his magical farewell Test against India in 2018. Cook reveals to Jonathan Agnew how he came to his decision to retire from international cricket and the inside st...

Tuffers and Vaughan: ‘What a ridiculous sport this is’ from 2021-08-30T21:53

Mark Chapman is joined by Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan to review England’s victory in the third test against India and the dramatic change of fortune from the second test defeat. Who stood out?...

Pujara digs in to frustrate England from 2021-08-27T18:20

Jonathan Agnew, Michael Vaughan and Deep Dasgupta reflect on a day in which India's top order put in a stubborn performance to keep the tourists' hopes alive in the third Test.

Headingley 81. Botham looks back 40 years on from 2021-08-27T12:35

Sir Ian Botham joins Eleanor Oldroyd to remember the incredible Test match of 1981 when England produced an amazing fightback to win, despite being forced to follow on.

Root century punishes India from 2021-08-26T19:09

Jonathan Agnew, Deep Dasgupta and Michael Vaughan reflect on Day 2 of the Third Test at Headingly as captain Joe Root hit his third century of the series to put England in command

Total domination for England at Headingley from 2021-08-25T18:55

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Michael Vaughan and Deep Dasgupta to discuss an incredible opening day of the 3rd Test in Leeds. England ending 42 runs ahead after bowling India out for 78.

W...

Glamorgan claim historic One Day Cup win from 2021-08-20T05:28

Kevin Howells and former England bowler Graham Onions review Glamorgan’s first ever one day knockout cup win beating Durham by 58 runs.

Plus Kevin is joined by Mark Church and Scott Read t...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Katich us if you can! from 2021-08-19T09:44

Manchester Originals men's coach Simon Katich talks through his career and reveals who he'd most like to be stuck on a desert island with. Plus, Kate and Alex feel a bit delicate.

Tuffers and Vaughan: “This series has just gone up a notch” from 2021-08-16T21:58

Mark Chapman, Phil Tufnell and former England assistant coach Paul Farbrace assess where things went wrong for Joe Root’s side on an extraordinary final day against India at Lord’s.

Englan...

India take victory on gripping final day from 2021-08-16T18:34

Jonathan Agnew, Michael Vaughan and Deep Dasgupta review a thrilling finale in which India's bowlers shone with both bat and ball to snatch a dramatic victory in the second Test.

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - South Africa's finest from 2021-08-10T08:46

Kate and Alex chat to Manchester Originals' and South Africa's Lizelle Lee and Mignon du Preez. There's some new language, some holiday tales ...and some lies about coriander.

Tuffers and Vaughan: Silverwood’s Selection and Bresnan’s funny bone from 2021-08-09T18:32

Eleanor Oldroyd, Michael Vaughan and Phil Tufnell discus England’s 1st Test with India before looking ahead to the 2nd at Lords. You’ll hear from the England Head Coach Chris Silverwood on the like...

Rain ruins the final day of the first India test from 2021-08-08T16:20

Jonathan Agnew, Deep Dasgupta, Michael Vaughan, Joe Root and Virat Kohli react to a draw in the first test between England and India.

Also featuring a discussion with Stephan Shemilt from ...

Cheteshwar Pujara from 2021-08-08T15:32

Isha Guha spoke to the Indian batsman about his life, career and Peppa Pig.

"I got my rhythm back" from 2021-08-07T19:16

Jonathan Agnew with Analysis of a thrilling Day 4 at Trent Bridge, as Joe Root stroked a century of the highest class to give England hope of beating India.

With reaction from Deep Dasgupt...

View from the Boundary - Nigel Boyle aka H from Line of Duty. from 2021-08-07T12:56

The actor Nigel Boyle joined Jonathan Agnew to discuss his newfound love of cricket and what it was like to be unveiled as “The fourth man”.

Robinson claims a maiden five-wicket haul from 2021-08-06T18:52

Analysis of day three of England's first test against India with Jonathan Agnew, Michael Vaughan, and Deep Dasgupta.

Including reaction from Ollie Robinson and KL Rahul.

Michael Holding from 2021-08-06T14:22

West Indies legend Michael Holding joined Jonathan Agnew at Trent Bridge to talk about his book "Why we kneel, how we rise".

Trent Bridge rain puts an end to India’s pain from 2021-08-05T17:53

Jonathan Agnew, Michael Vaughan and Alastair Cook reflect on a rain affected second day of the First Test between England and India where James Anderson led an exhilarating fightback before the wea...

Nice weather for ducks. from 2021-08-04T19:34

Jonathan Agnew is joined by former England captain Michael Vaughan and former India international Deep Dasgupta to discuss a disappointing first day for England in Nottingham. Plus, we hear from En...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Steven Finn waits for a takeaway from 2021-08-03T16:06

Steven Finn - two-time Ashes winner and Manchester Original bowler - talks through his career, his legs, and his penchant for a game of Twister. Oh, and Phil Salt reveals all...!

Tuffers and Vaughan: Joe Root, Ben Stokes and preparing for India from 2021-08-02T20:17

Eleanor Oldroyd, Michael Vaughan and Phil Tufnell discuss the week’s cricket news. You’ll hear from the England captain Joe Root, we’ll discuss Ben Stokes’ indefinite break from the game and with a...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Remember the name! from 2021-07-27T20:34

Kate and Alex are joined by Carlos Brathwaite - T20 World Cup winner, commentary superstar and fellow Manchester Original. And yes, he does talk about the Shipping Forecast...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - it's only Harmanpreet Kaur on the pod! from 2021-07-20T17:02

All the usual fun and nonsense plus Harmanpreet Kaur, one of India's greatest players, stops by ahead of playing in the opening game of The Hundred. Oh, and we also discuss spuds.

Vince fires England to victory as Edgbaston turns blue for Bob from 2021-07-13T21:21

Charles Dagnall, Ian Bell and Azhar Mahmood react to England’s 3-0 series win against Pakistan. James Vince’s first England century inspired the home side to victory at Edgbaston. We hear from Jame...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Captain Crossy, preparing for The Hundred and melted ice cream from 2021-07-13T16:59

As they prepare to become Manchester Originals, Kate and Alex talk ODI catches, who's the better captain and dissect some VERY unusual listener habits.

Tuffers and Vaughan: Stokes, sweepstakes and Shafali Verma from 2021-07-12T21:43

Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by Michael Vaughan and Alex Hartley to discuss all the big talking points from a busy week of cricket.

They react to England's Euro 2020 final defeat by Italy, an...

Tuffers and Vaughan: England's new boys smash Pakistan from 2021-07-09T16:50

Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan join Eleanor Oldroyd to pick over England’s thumping 9 wicket victory over Pakistan in the 1st ODI.
Michael also explains why he thinks England shouldn’t have ...

Final domestic push to challenge for Summer glory from 2021-07-08T22:29

Whether men’s Championship cricket or t20 Blast, along with the women’s RHF Trophy plus Charlotte Edwards Cup this season, it’s all moving towards crunch time to qualify for top divisions, knock ou...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Crossy's 5-for, Tammy Beaumont, and messy flats from 2021-07-06T14:29

Superstar batter Tammy Beaumont joins Kate and Alex for a chat as they reflect on the recent ODI series vs India. Plus, Alex wishes she'd kept Kate's flat a little bit tidier...

Tuffers and Vaughan: Joe Root, batting struggles and terrifying speeches from 2021-06-30T22:50

Eleanor Oldroyd, Phil Tufnell and Sir Alastair Cook assess England’s summer so far, including their fine start to the limited over series against Sri Lanka, with a 100% record so far.
Joe Root ...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - ODI victory, stolen mugs and more(!) Hartley fielding heroics from 2021-06-28T18:17

Fresh from a big performance against India in the first ODI, Kate Cross joins Alex Hartley to talk about England's white-ball series. Look out for some memorable emails, too.

New Zealand are crowned World Test Champions from 2021-06-23T21:32

Jonathan Agnew is joined by former New Zealand captain Jeremy Coney as the Black Caps are crowned World Test Champions. We hear from Ross Taylor, who hit the winning runs, as well as defeated India...

World Test Championship Final in the balance going into sixth day from 2021-06-22T18:39

A result is possible as India take a slender lead into the sixth and final day of the World Test Championship Final against New Zealand. Jonathan Agnew is joined by Jeremy Coney to discuss the day'...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Test match fun, publicity shoots and a chat with James Taylor from 2021-06-22T05:00

Fresh from a thrilling Test match in Bristol, Kate Cross and Alex Hartley reveal all from the field and commentary box. Plus, former England batsman James Taylor joins the pod.

Sir Richard Hadlee at 70 from 2021-06-21T11:34

Jonathan Agnew presents a special TMS podcast looking at the career of Sir Richard Hadlee with Jeremy Coney, Mick Newell and Andy Zaltzman. We also hear from the man himself, when Jonathan Agnew sp...

New Zealand limit India to 217 and trail by 116 runs at the end of day three. from 2021-06-20T18:36

New Zealand bowl India out for 217 and finish day three on 101-2. India's constant pressure wasn't enough to stop Devon Conway reaching 54 and New Zealand edging the day. Reaction from Jonathan Agn...

Indian rearguard frustrate England's Women from 2021-06-19T18:29

Alison Mitchell reflects on England's draw with India. Where Heather Knight's Women were denied a first Test victory since 2014 after a stubborn India ninth-wicket partnership on a tense final day ...

Rain frustrates England in Bristol while there was no play in the World Test Championship final in Southampton from 2021-06-18T17:07

Alison Mitchell, Alex Hartley and Snehal Pradhan react to a shortened day 3 of the women's test between England and India, and Jonathan Agnew, Jeremy Coney and Andy Zaltzman react to a wash out on ...

Frustration for Heather Knight on Day One from 2021-06-16T18:39

Reaction from Day One of England Women's test match against India, with Alison Mitchell.

Featuring discussion on the used pitch controversy. Plus a post-stumps interview with Heather Kni...

No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Chris Woakes, special catches and dodgy DIY from 2021-06-15T05:00

England's Kate Cross and World Cup winner Alex Hartley arrive on BBC Sounds to talk life, lockdown and a bit of cricket. England star Chris Woakes is this week's special guest.

New Zealand demolish England inside four days from 2021-06-13T12:02

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Sir Alastair Cook and Michael Vaughan for reaction to England’s crushing defeat to New Zealand on day four at Edgbaston. England’s tenth wicket fell on the first ball of...

England face defeat after capitulating on day three at Edgbaston from 2021-06-12T19:25

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Sir Alastair Cook, Michael Vaughan and Jeremy Coney for reaction as England crumble yet again, leaving New Zealand poised to win the test and the series at Edgbaston on ...

View from the Boundary: Toby Tarrant from 2021-06-12T13:18

Radio presenter, host of Zero Ducks Given podcast and cricketer for Surrey side Stoke D'abernon Toby Tarrant speaks to Jonathan Agnew in the TMS box during England's test against New Zealand at Edg...

New Zealand take control after day two from 2021-06-11T18:56

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Sir Alastair Cook, Michael Vaughan and Jeremy Coney for reaction to New Zealand's disciplined display on day two at Edgbaston. England Bowling Coach John Lewis gives his...

Rory Burns & Dan Lawrence keep England afloat in day one of the second test from 2021-06-10T18:32

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Sir Alastair Cook, Jeremy Coney & Michael Vaughan for reaction to the first day's play at Edgbaston with England afloat thanks to Rory Burns and Dan Lawrence. New Zealan...

Tuffers & Vaughan: Devon’s delight and England’s cautious approach from 2021-06-07T22:00

Eleanor Oldroyd, Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan discuss the fall-out from England’s opening Test draw against New Zealand at Lord’s.

They look at Ollie Robinson’s suspension from interna...

Jos Buttler back with Lancashire Lightning. from 2021-06-07T13:40

Whilst England take on New Zealand in the second test, World star performer Jos Buttler leads a long impressive list of England players who are helping launch this years t20 Vitality Blast, startin...

First test ends in draw after England bat out the final day from 2021-06-06T19:07

Reaction to England's first test draw with New Zealand from Jonathan Agnew, Michael Vaughan, Jeremy Coney, Joe Root and Kane Willaimson. The home side made a conservative approach to chasing New Ze...

Burns hits 100 as England collapse to 275 all out from 2021-06-05T19:29

Jonathan Agnew, Michael Vaughan and Jeremy Coney react to day 4 at Lords, with New Zealand finishing the day at 62-2. Burns scored 100 as England were all out for 275, leaving the tourists on top i...

View from the Boundary: Alan Davies from 2021-06-05T13:46

Our View from the Boundary features the comedian, actor, writer, TV presenter and star of Jonathan Creek Alan Davies. He is also the longest serving panellist on BBC 2's QI. Alan joined Jonathan Ag...

Rain ruins play as Bryan Waddle, Jeremy Coney and Craig McMillan remember New Zealand's last trip to Lords: the World Cup Final from 2021-06-04T16:50

As rain meant a ball wasn't bowled on the third day of the test match Jonathan Agnew is joined by Bryan Waddle, Jeremy Coney and Craig McMillan who remember New Zealand's last trip to Lords: the 20...

England fight back as Conway makes 200 from 2021-06-03T19:11

Jonathan Agnew, Michael Vaughan and Jeremy Coney react to day 2 at Lords with England fighting back to 111-2. Devon Conway made 200 as New Zealand were 378 all out. England took 4 quick wickets to ...

Robinson’s promising debut overshadowed by historic racist tweets from 2021-06-02T19:05

Jonathan Agnew, Michael Vaughan and Jeremy Coney react to the first day’s play of England’s opening test match against New Zealand. 6,500 spectators saw the curtain raiser at Lords as England’s bow...

Tuffers & Vaughan: England's summer starts here, and thank you Mr Tufnell from 2021-05-31T22:14

Mark Chapman, Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan preview England's series against New Zealand, ahead of the opening Test at Lord’s on Wednesday.

We hear from England head coach Chris Silverw...

England's summer starts here, and thank you Mr Tufnell from 2021-05-31T22:14

Mark Chapman, Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan preview England's series against New Zealand, ahead of the opening Test at Lord’s on Wednesday.

We hear from England head coach Chris Silverw...

A Roses battle to live long in the memory from 2021-05-30T18:15

Kevin Howells, Mark Church and Scott Read look back on the latest round of matches in the LV Insurance County championship which again kept us on the edge of our seats and threw three groups wide o...

Tuffers and Vaughan: Bracey and the fella with the chicken in the corner from 2021-05-24T23:10

Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan join Mark Chapman ahead of England's upcoming Test Series with New Zealand.

Gloucestershire wicketkeeper-batsman James Bracey joins the podcast to talk ab...

The One from a Supermarket Car Park from 2021-05-24T12:47

It’s hard to look beyond spectators being allowed back into grounds as our main celebration this week but despite the weather there are plenty of remarkable performances to talk about. Former Engla...

The making of a winning team - Gloucestershire on the rise again in 2021 from 2021-05-10T13:29

Gloucestershire are one of the success stories at the start of this Championship season. They top their group, after five matches unbeaten with four wins. An academy product now spearheading the at...

The IPL is postponed from 2021-05-05T20:16

Nathan Leamon talks to us from within the Ahmedabad bio-bubble, plus Henry Moeran, Stephan Shemilt and guests discuss what the IPL's postponement could mean for cricket in 2021.

England Captain Joe Root Special on County Cricket from 2021-05-03T14:07

It’s a family thing. The Root family love cricket and their two sons play it and one of them is also the England captain. Joe Root describes the county game as “the bedrock of the game”. In an exte...

Should the IPL carry on? from 2021-04-27T21:52

Henry Moeran checks in with TMS commentators Prakash Wakankar, Stephan Shemilt and Kal Sajad to get the latest on whether the IPL will continue. Plus, we hear from Eoin Morgan.

TMS PAYS TRIBUTE TO DARREN STEVENS @45 plus the best of the action from 2021-04-26T14:53

How does he do it? Darren Stevens will turn 45 years old this week, yet still he produces outstanding performances in the County Championship with Kent and has no intention of calling it a day yet....

IPL: RCB on top, CSK proving doubters wrong and Stokes out injured from 2021-04-20T05:00

Henry Moeran is joined by former IPL star Abhishek Jhunjhunwala and BBC Sport's Kal Sajad to review the action after a busy few days in India. Plus, we hear from Kolkata Knight Riders' Managing Dir...

Domestic cricket on a global stage Men and Women from 2021-04-19T16:32

From North to South, the Northern Hemisphere to the Southern Hemisphere the County Championship produced enough content to keep us going for weeks just in the space of four days.
England test c...

The 2021 IPL is up and running from 2021-04-13T05:00

The most expensive player in IPL history - Chris Morris - tells TMS about the pressure to perform, plus Abhishek Jhunjhunwala, Kal Sajad and Henry Moeran preview the tournament.

Four Trophies and a Summer: Three defending champions on ambition and the big questions of the season to come from 2021-04-05T07:00

Cricket correspondent Jonathan Agnew joins three head coaches, Anthony McGrath of Essex, Peter Moores of Nottinghamshire and from Somerset Jason Kerr, in talking over what we can expect from the su...

Tuffers and Vaughan: Fish tanks, beards and Ashley Giles from 2021-03-30T00:25

Phil Tufnell, Michael Vaughan and Mark Chapman are joined by the ECB's managing director for men's cricket Ashley Giles to reflect on England's tour of India. Giles also answers questions on Englan...

Super Sam Curran’s efforts in vain as India claim series from 2021-03-28T22:12

Despite Sam Curran’s brilliant 95 not out, England fall just short of a thrilling run chase in the final match of the series, meaning India have won the series in all three formats. We hear from En...

Tuffers and Vaughan: What we learnt from the T20s and what can be learnt from the ODIs from 2021-03-23T02:47

Michael Vaughan and Phil Tufnell join Mark Chapman to look back on England’s T20 Series in India after Eoin Morgan’s men lost the decider in Ahmedabad.
We hear from the Captain ahead of the upc...

India edge series as England fall short from 2021-03-20T20:17

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Tymal Mills and Andy Zaltzman after England fail to chase down a huge 225 in Ahmedabad.

We hear from Eoin Morgan on where it went wrong for England, get the la...

India cruise series leveller, and Ring of Fire vs Pylons from 2021-03-14T19:43

As India level the T20 series at 1-1, Jonathan Agnew is joined by Tymal Mills to talk about how IPL experience is helping players at the start of their international careers, the importance of the ...

Tuffers and Vaughan: 'Rest and rotate? Test match is becoming a joke' from 2021-03-10T00:54

Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan who analyse England's 3-1 test series defeat in India, and look ahead to the upcoming one-day and T20 internationals.

There's ...

Pant’s on fire as India take hold from 2021-03-05T16:06

After an England fightback that put them back in contention in the fourth and final Test, Rishabh Pant hits an explosive century to put India in the driving seat.

But Michael Vaughan has ...

England suffer ‘most disappointing day of the winter so far’ from 2021-03-04T14:16

As England are bowled out for 205, Michael Vaughan doesn’t hold back with his thoughts on their latest underwhelming batting display.

We hear from Ben Stokes, who was frustrated he couldn...

Tuffers and Vaughan: “Like watching an Eastenders Christmas Special, too much going on” from 2021-02-25T22:06

Michael Vaughan and Phil Tufnell join Eleanor Oldroyd to look back on a dramatic 3rd Test that was over inside two days, the shortest played since 1935.

Broadcaster Prakash Wakankar joins ...

England ‘rabbits in the headlights’ after poor start to day/night Test from 2021-02-24T20:38

Michael Vaughan says that England have been outplayed again after the first day of the third Test against India in Ahmedabad – he joins Jonathan Agnew on another difficult day for England.
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Root hints at pace attack, Beaumont batters Kiwis, and the Hundred launch from 2021-02-23T17:30

As England prepare to play the third Test against India, Joe Root tells Jonathan Agnew why the unique conditions around the day/night Test might help England’s seamers, and how Test cricket is stil...

Tuffers and Vaughan: Moeen Ali, England’s issues, and sitting in your garden from 2021-02-18T00:15

Mark Chapman, Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan look forward to the third test against India.

Tuffers and Vaughan discuss the fallout of Moeen Ali’s situation and the perils of miscommunica...

India level the series with heavy win from 2021-02-16T10:29

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell and Sir Alastair Cook to discuss a chastening defeat for England in Chennai. Plus, we get reaction from Joe Root.

England on the brink in the second Test from 2021-02-15T14:22

Jonathan Agnew chats to Michael Vaughan and Phil Tufnell as England look set for a heavy loss in Chennai. Plus, we hear from the West Indies after their series win in Bangladesh.

15 wickets fall on day two in Chennai from 2021-02-14T12:37

Jonathan Agnew is joined by former England captains Michael Vaughan and Sir Alastair Cook to discuss a dominant day for India in Chennai. Plus, we hear from Graham Thorpe.

'"India well on top" after the first day in Chennai from 2021-02-13T13:50

Jonathan Agnew, Michael Vaughan and Sir Alastair Cook talk through a day that saw a century for Rohit Sharma and plenty of excitement for the bowlers.

Anderson inspires England to ’10/10’ Test win over India from 2021-02-09T11:32

As England take the first Test against India in Chennai, Michael Vaughan joins Jonathan Agnew to look back on a memorable win.

They’re joined by Jack Leach and Joe Root, as well as Indian...

England set up last-day bid for Indian glory from 2021-02-08T14:31

As England require nine more wickets to take the first Test in Chennai, Jonathan Agnew is joined by Michael Vaughan to look at what they need to do on the final day, but also why there were questio...

Bess bowls England to strong position in Chennai from 2021-02-07T15:05

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Michael Vaughan and Prakash Wakankar to discuss an excellent day for England after Dom Bess took 4 wickets to leave India 257/6, trailing by 321. We hear from Bess an...

A double ton from the captain as England dominate from 2021-02-06T14:04

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Michael Vaughan and Prakash Wakankar to discuss an excellent day for England after Joe Root scored 218 leaving England in a fine position after two days of the first ...

Joe Root dominates as England impress against India from 2021-02-05T14:14

As Joe Root gets his third consecutive century in Asia, on his 100th Test match, Jonathan Agnew is joined by Phil Tufnell, Michael Vaughan and Prakash Wakankar.

Phil gives us his thoughts...

Joe Root on his 100th Test from 2021-02-03T06:00

As Joe Root prepares to play in his 100th Test match, Jonathan Agnew speaks to the England captain to look back on his career, his Test debut, and to ask what the future holds.

Sir Alasta...

Tuffers and Vaughan: Root’s 100 and touring in India from 2021-02-02T00:48

Mark Chapman, Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan look ahead to England’s Test series against India

Tuffers & Vaughan talk about their tour memories of India and discuss what makes India so d...

Tuffers and Vaughan: England prep for SA, IPL and a Chris Gayle milestone from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Eleanor Oldroyd, Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan are joined by Graham Thorpe as England prepare for their white ball series in South Africa. The panel discuss Chris Gayle’s milestone during the I...

Australia consolation and Buttler mindset from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Australia won the third T20 by 5 wickets, but England take the series 2/1. We hear from stand-in England captain Moeen Ali and Australia skipper Aaron Finch. Plus the thoughts of Phil Tufnell, Adam...

Tuffers and Vaughan: Anderson - "I love the pain of bowling" from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

England's record wicket-taker James Anderson joins Mark Chapman, Michael Vaughan and Steven Finn to discuss all things fast-bowling. Jimmy provides an insight into how he developed his arsenal of b...

Tuffers and Vaughan: “Anderson will be around for a good while yet” from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

With Jimmy Anderson poised to reach the 600 Test wickets milestone, Mark Chapman, Michael Vaughan and Phil Tufnell assess just how England’s leading wicket-taker is keeping himself at the top level...

Sri Lanka fight back despite Root double ton from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Michael Vaughan and Jonathan Agnew look back on Sri Lanka’s best day of the tour so far. Sam Curran joins to talk about his bowling (not his batting after a golden duck), and Joe Root reflects on...

Tuffers and Vaughan: “More cricket was played on the concourse than on the field” from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Mark Chapman is joined by Phil Tufnell and Marcus Trescothick to look back on a weather-hit second Test between England and Pakistan. The team look at solutions for bad light, which caused controv...

Tuffers and Vaughan: "Pope is England's best young player since Root" from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

England batsman Ollie Pope joins Phil Tufnell, Michael Vaughan and Mark Chapman to give the view from the dressing room, as England prepare to try and seal a series win over the West Indies.There's...

Tuffers and Vaughan: Jimmy, Jos and facing ‘nightmare’ Abbas from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Steve Crossman is joined by Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan to look back on England’s first International Test win against Pakistan, and analyse the upcoming second Test in Southampton. What has J...

England v West Indies Preview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by former West Indies T20 captain Carlos Braithwaite, England World Cup winner Isa Guha and the BBC’s cricket correspondent Jonathan Agnew to preview the third Test betwee...

Tuffers and Vaughan: "Stokes can be the best batsman in the World" from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Michael Vaughan and Phil Tufnell join Eleanor Oldroyd to review England's 113-run victory over the West Indies in the second Test at Old Trafford. They look at the impact of Ben Stokes, and whether...

Day 5: England level the series from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Jonathan Agnew presents the TMS podcast from Old Trafford, where England have levelled the series against the West Indies with a 113-run victory in the second Test. Michael Vaughan and Carlos Brath...

Day 3: Old Trafford a washout as play is abandoned from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Allison Mitchell presents the TMS podcast from a soaked Old Trafford, where persistent rain meant there was no play on the third day of the 2nd Test between England and the West Indies. However, th...

Day 2: Stokes and Sibley put England in control from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Jonathan Agnew looks back on day two of the 2nd Test between England and the West Indies at Old Trafford. 176 runs from Ben Stokes and Dom Sibley’s 120 put Joe Root’s men firmly in charge as they d...

Day 1: Sibley and Stokes frustrate the West Indies bowlers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Jonathan Agnew reflects on an attritional first day of the second test between England and the West Indies at Old Trafford. Joe Root’s side recovered from being reduced to 29-2 to close on 207-3, w...

Ireland win thriller in final ODI from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Ireland claim just their second ODI win against England, but the hosts take the series 2-1. All the reaction and analysis after a memorable evening in Southampton.

Tuffers & Vaughan: Collingwood and Trescothick on coaching, England against Pakistan, and facing Wasim and Waqar from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Phil and Michael are joined by Paul Collingwood and Marcus Trescothick to discuss England’s ODI series victory over Ireland, their experience of coaching the side, and how England can still improve...

England take 2-0 lead against Ireland from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Kevin Howells is joined by Tymal Mills and Michael Carberry to discuss England's four wicket win over Ireland in Southampton. Plus we hear from Eoin Morgan and Jonny Bairstow.

Tuffers and Vaughan: 'West Indies can become best team in the world' from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Phil and Michael have their say on where things went wrong for England in the opening Test of the series. The futures of Joe Denly and Jos Buttler are discussed as the batting failed to fire again....

Day 5: Brilliant Blackwood ensures West Indies win opening Test from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Jonathan Agnew, Simon Mann, Carlos Brathwaite and Michael Vaughan react to the West Indies’ first Test win over England in Southampton. The team assess the difference between the sides and look at ...

Day 4: Late West Indian wickets peg back England from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Jonathan Agnew looks back on an intriguing fourth day between England and the West Indies in Southampton. A late flurry of wickets restricted England to a 170 run lead with two second innings wicke...

Day 3: Dominant West Indies leave England in trouble from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Jonathan Agnew is joined by former England captain Michael Vaughan and West Indies all-rounder Carlos Brathwaite to review the third day's play in the opening Test. With England 99 runs behind at s...

Day 2: Holder hammers England as West Indies take charge from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Jonathan Agnew presents reaction to Day 2 of the opening Test between England and the West Indies. Six wickets from captain Jason Holder saw the visitors move into a strong position, trailing by 14...

Day 1: Weather frustrates England on cricket's return from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Jonathan Agnew reflects on a frustrating opening day of the first Test between England and the West Indies. Rain and bad light meant only 17.4 overs could be bowled, with England making 35-1 in the...

Tuffers and Vaughan: "We're so excited for cricket's return" from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

As England prepare to begin their cricketing summer, head coach Chris Silverwood joins Eleanor Oldroyd, Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan to preview the first Test against the West Indies. Chris tel...

Ultimate England Men’s Cricketer from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Isa Guha and Phil Tufnell to reveal the results of an ECB and BBC Sport poll to find the ultimate England men’s cricketer of the 21st century. The public have voted on...

TMS does the IPL: Rajasthan Royals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Steve Smith, Tom Curran, Sanju Samson and Yashasvi Jaiswal join Aatif Nawaz and Isa Guha in the first of our IPL special episodes. As we focus on the Rajasthan Royals, Steve Smith tells us what i...

TMS does the IPL: KKR special, including Morgan on captaincy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Eoin Morgan is one of a host of Kolkata Knight Riders to join Isa Guha and Aatif Nawaz. England’s white-ball captain explains what you can learn about captaincy when you’re not captain (and why you...

The Ultimate Women’s Cricketer from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Henry Moeran is joined by Alison Mitchell, Isabelle Westbury and Alex Hartley to chat through nominations for the best batters, bowlers and fielders from the women’s game in the 2010s.

Kevin Pietersen on his stunning Mumbai century from 2021-01-29T06:00

As England prepare to take on India, Kevin Pietersen looks back on the last time a touring side won there, particularly his stunning century in Mumbai that turned the series around.

The f...

Tuffers and Vaughan: The Sri Lanka series win from 2021-01-28T22:21

Eleanor Oldroyd, Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan analyse England’s series win in Sri Lanka and look ahead to their next opponents India.
Tuffers and Vaughan talk about skipping training, video...

England “give themselves a sniff” thanks to awesome Root from 2021-01-24T16:26

It’s yet another Joe Root masterclass in Galle as he bats all day for his 186 – Michael Vaughan and Jonathan Agnew discuss just why he’s so good against spin.

Jos Buttler tells us what it...

Anderson shines, and Cook on England’s openers from 2021-01-23T15:14

Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow lead an England fightback against Sri Lanka on the second day of the second Test in Galle.

“I almost wish I was out there to help them through it” – Sir Alasta...

“Nervous” Anderson leads England’s charge on tough day from 2021-01-22T14:48

Jimmy Anderson joins Jonathan Agnew and Michael Vaughan after taking three wickets for 24 runs from his 19 overs in Galle.

We hear from unbeaten centurion Angelo Mathews; Russel Arnold te...

India breach fortress Gabba to win special series from 2021-01-19T14:34

Interviews and analysis after India become the first side to beat Australia at the Gabba in 33 years. We hear from both captains and a frustrated Australia coach Justin Langer.

England wrap up “awesome” first Test win from 2021-01-18T08:17

Former Sri Lankan all-rounder Russel Arnold tells us the positives that the home side will take ahead of the second Test, and Phil Tufnell gives us his verdict on England’s spinners Jack Leach and ...

England late collapse sets up nail-biter from 2021-01-17T14:57

England are favourites to win the first Test in Galle, but could a late collapse hand an unexpected victory to Sri Lanka?

Jonathan Agnew and Michael Vaughan are joined by Jack Leach, who ...

Root cashes in as England dominate from 2021-01-15T15:16

Joe Root joins Jonathan Agnew and Michael Vaughan after scoring an unbeaten 168 to put his side in control against Sri Lanka.

Andy Zaltzman explains just how Root’s struggled to convert s...

England off to flier in Sri Lanka from 2021-01-14T15:07

Test cricket is back! Aggers and Michael Vaughan may not be in Galle, but they talk through a brilliant opening day for England in Sri Lanka.

Dom Bess joins them, and admits that he didn’...

#40from40: Nish Kumar from 2020-12-31T06:00

Star of The Mash Report Nish Kumar tells Jonathan Agnew about his journey in comedy and why visiting Test Match Special is a big moment for him and his family.

The TMS preview of 2021 from 2020-12-29T06:00

Jonathan Agnew is joined by members of the TMS team to preview 2021, including a few very out-there predictions…

#40from40: Professor Robert Winston from 2020-12-24T06:00

Professor Robert Winston tells Jonathan Agnew how cricket fits into a busy life of science, medicine and journalism.

The TMS review of 2020 from 2020-12-22T06:00

Jonathan Agnew, Simon Mann, Ebony Rainford-Brent and Andy Zaltzman sit down and reflect on cricket in 2020, choosing their favourite moments from a highly unusual year.

#40from40: Damian Lewis from 2020-12-17T06:00

Actor Damian Lewis is plucked from his seat in the stands at Lord's to visit the TMS commentary box for a chat with Jonathan Agnew in 2013.

Voices of the World: Prakash Wakankar from 2020-12-15T06:00

Commentator Prakash Wakankar joins Jonathan Agnew to talk about his remarkable journey from cricket field to commentary box to boardroom.

The tour is cancelled – so what next? from 2020-12-07T20:07

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Michael Vaughan after England’s tour to South Africa is cancelled after positive Covid-19 tests.

South African journalist Firdose Moonda discusses the implicat...

1st T20I vs SA: Brutal Bairstow blasts England to victory from 2020-11-27T21:21

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Tymal Mills and Andy Zaltzman to look at England’s five-wicket win over South Africa in the first T20 at Cape Town, helped by Jonny Bairstow’s brutal career-best 86 n...

#40from40: John Lithgow from 2020-11-26T06:00

John Lithgow, star of Third Rock from the Sun and The Crown, spends a memorable half hour with Jonathan Agnew at the Oval during a Test match against India in 2007.

Voices of the World: Fazeer Mohammed from 2020-11-24T06:00

West Indies commentator Fazeer Mohammed talks to Jonathan Agnew about his broadcasting career, the day he sang a calypso on TMS and how his family are Brian Lara's electricians!

#40from40: Toby Jones from 2020-11-19T06:00

Star of stage and screen Toby Jones takes a View from the Boundary at the Oval in 2019, telling Daniel Norcross how he keeps across Test cricket wherever he is in the world.

#40from40: Sebastian Faulks from 2020-11-19T05:30

Sebastian Faulks, award-winning author of Birdsong and Charlotte Grey, chats to Simon Mann at Lord's in 2011. Faulks discusses his deep love of cricket and his writing process.

Voices of the World: Jim Maxwell from 2020-11-17T11:34

Australian broadcasting icon Jim Maxwell talks through his remarkable career with Jonathan Agnew, discussing his favourite TMS memories and how he first got behind the microphone.

TMS does the IPL: Mumbai win a fifth title from 2020-11-10T18:50

Simon Mann, Nikesh Rughani and Abhishek Jhunjhunwala discuss the conclusion of the 2020 IPL. Plus, thoughts and analysis on the Women's T20 Challenge.

TMS does the IPL: Ben Stokes Special from 2020-10-26T08:22

England all-rounder Ben Stokes scored a brilliant unbeaten 100 to keep the qualification hopes of Rajasthan Royals alive. In an exclusive interview Stokes speaks to Isa Guha about opening the ba...

TMS does the IPL: Sunrisers Hyderabad special with Rashid Khan and Jonny Bairstow from 2020-10-19T18:03

Aatif Nawaz & Daniel Norcross reflect on an extraordinary few days at the IPL with ties, super overs and amazing performances. We also focus on Sunrisers Hyderabad as we’re joined by superst...

TMS does the IPL: Kings XI special, including Pooran on THAT save from 2020-10-06T11:03

Nicholas Pooran joins Aatif Nawaz and Daniel Norcross to talk through his incredible gravity-defying save over the boundary, as well as what life is like in the IPL bubble.

Plus Sheldon C...

The International Summer concludes from 2020-09-30T22:25

Insight and analysis from the Test Match Special team - including interviews with top players and special features.

Maxwell&Carey steal the show&champagne moments from an extraordinary summer from 2020-09-16T22:55

Reaction from Old Trafford where England's men played their last match of the summer, as Alex Carey and Glenn Maxwell both hit centuries for Australia to clinch a thrilling 2-1 series victory in...

Incredible England comeback sets up series decider from 2020-09-13T21:51

Jonathan Agnew is joined by former England captain Michael Vaughan to react to an astonishing 24-run win for Eoin Morgan's side in the second one day international, which sets up a series decide...

Hazlewood heroics and the brilliant 'Bumble' from 2020-09-11T21:43

James Anderson and Jonathan Agnew react to England's 19-run defeat by Australia in the ODI series opener. We hear from captains Eoin Morgan and Aaron Finch as well as Sam Billings who scored a m...

#40from40: Al Murray from 2020-09-03T16:23

Award-winning comedian Al Murray - creator of the The Pub Landlord - joins Jonathan Agnew for a memorable interview in 2014.

#40from40: Len Goodman from 2020-09-03T16:20

Former Strictly Come Dancing judge Len Goodman joins Aggers during the 2013 Ashes Test at Lord's and talks about an exciting cricketing past.

Pakistan win thriller despite Moeen Ali heroics from 2020-09-01T21:43

Pakistan squared the T20 series against England with an exciting 5 run win in the 3rd T20 at Emirates Old Trafford. Daniel Norcross is joined by James Anderson, Aatif Nawaz and England World Cup...

Jimmy Anderson – 600 wickets, but I don’t feel tired from 2020-08-28T22:36

Just three days after becoming the first ever fast bowler to get 600 Test wickets, Jimmy Anderson joins the Test Match Special team on a rain-delayed first T20 international between England and ...

Day 5: Anderson’s 600, an England series win and the Headingley miracle one year on from 2020-08-25T19:20

A momentous day for James Anderson as he becomes the first seamer to reach 600 Test wickets. Jonathan Agnew presents from the Ageas Bowl as the TMS team, including Michael Vaughan, Daniel Norcro...

Day 4: Bad weather frustrates England and Anderson from 2020-08-24T19:40

Jonathan Agnew presents from the Ageas Bowl, where there was more frustration for everyone as rain and bad light meant a truncated fourth day between England and Pakistan in the 3rd Test. Follow...

Day 3: England force the follow on from 2020-08-23T19:33

Jonathan Agnew presents a review of the third day of the 3rd test between England and Pakistan. Joe Root's side forced the follow on in Southampton after bowling out Pakistan for 273, despite th...

Day 2: A run-fest for England from 2020-08-22T22:00

Jonathan Agnew presents from the Ageas Bowl as England strengthened their grip against Pakistan on day two of the 3rd and final Test. Zak Crawley's brilliant 267 and 152 from Jos Buttler helped ...

Day 1: Crawley comes of age from 2020-08-21T19:13

Jonathan Agnew presents from the Ageas Bowl where Zak Crawley's brilliant maiden century has put England in command of the 3rd and final Test against Pakistan. His 171 not out, and unbroken part...

Day 5: England still lead the series as 2nd Test ends in a draw from 2020-08-17T18:32

Simon Mann presents from the Ageas Bowl where the 2nd Test between England and Pakistan finished in a draw. There was more rain but we finally got some play in the afternoon. England reached 110...

Day 4: Here comes the rain again from 2020-08-16T17:40

Jonathan Agnew presents from the Ageas Bowl where there was play for 60 minutes...and then the rain fell. Play was abandoned with England on 7-1 after having finally bowled Pakistan out for 236....

Day 3: No play, Dhoni retires and Ask Ramps from 2020-08-15T18:30

No play at The Ageas Bowl as bad weather wiped out the third day of the 2nd Test between England and Pakistan. Bad light, rain and a wet outfield prevented Pakistan resuming on their overnight 2...

Day 2: Pakistan batsmen and poor weather frustrate England from 2020-08-14T19:10

Jonathan Agnew presents from the Ageas Bowl on a frustrating day two for England in the 2nd Test against Pakistan. Rain and bad light meant only 40.2 overs were possible as the tourists reached ...

Day 1: Bowlers give England the upper hand from 2020-08-13T19:30

Jonathan Agnew presents from the Ageas Bowl where England's bowlers performed well on a rain-affected first day of the second Test against Pakistan. The tourists were 126-5 - James Anderson with...

The World’s Fastest bowler – A Shoaib Akhtar Special from 2020-08-09T14:00

Isa Guha and Aatif Nawaz spend a lively half hour with the first man to break the 100 miles per hour barrier Shoaib Akhtar. Shoaib enjoyed a colourful 14 year international career with Pakistan ...

Day 4: England fight back to beat Pakistan from 2020-08-08T19:15

Jonathan Agnew presents from Old Trafford where England produced an incredible comeback to snatch victory from Pakistan. Chasing 277, England looked all but beaten at 117-5, but pushed on by a C...

Day 3: England back in it? from 2020-08-07T19:43

Jonathan Agnew presents from Old Trafford where England have fought back to give themselves a glimmer of hope of winning the 1st Test against Pakistan. The home side took four wickets for 27 run...

Day 2: England in trouble from 2020-08-06T19:23

Jonathan Agnew presents from Old Trafford where Pakistan are firmly in control of the 1st Test against England. After the tourists were all out for 326, with Shan Masood scoring a superb 156, th...

Day 1: A good start for Pakistan from 2020-08-05T18:41

Jonathan Agnew presents from Old Trafford where England endured a frustrating first day in the 1st Test against Pakistan. Rain interruptions and some excellent batting from Babar Azam allowed th...

#40from40: Sue Townsend from 2020-07-30T04:45

Sue Townsend, author of the cult classic Adrian Mole series, joins Aggers for a chat in 2012.

#40from40: Ken Bruce from 2020-07-30T04:30

Radio 2 presenter and host of Popmaster Ken Bruce joins Jonathan Agnew for a fascinating chat at Headingley in 2013.

Richards and Botham: rivalry and friendship from 2020-07-28T17:00

England 's 2020 Test series victory against West Indies will be the last time the two countries contest the Wisden Trophy. The next time they meet in a series they will play for the Richards-Bot...

Day 5: England win the series as Broad joins the 500 club from 2020-07-28T16:35

Jonathan Agnew presents from Old Trafford where England have won the third Test and the series against West Indies. It was a momentous day for Stuart Broad as he became only the second Englishma...

Day 4: No play but there is Ask Carlos from 2020-07-27T17:20

Daniel Norcross presents from a wet Old Trafford on day four of the 3rd Test between England and West Indies. Play was abandoned due to the weather and will resume on the final day with the tour...

Remembering Graham Gooch's 333 from 2020-07-27T15:20

Dan Norcross presents a bonus TMS podcast to commemorate the 30th anniversary of one of the most famous innings ever played at Lord's: when Graham Gooch scored 333 against India in the 1st Test....

Day 3: Broad on the cusp of 500 wickets as England have victory in sight from 2020-07-26T19:20

Jonathan Agnew presents from Old Trafford where England are on the verge of a series win over West Indies following the third day of the deciding Test. Stuart Broad’s six wickets across two inni...

Day 2: Relentless England bowlers swing it England's way from 2020-07-25T19:00

Jonathan Agnew presents from Old Trafford where England are in a good position to win the 3rd Test - and the series - against the West Indies. Stuart Broad's rapid-fire 62 helped Joe Root's side...

Day 1: Pope provides belief for England from 2020-07-24T19:20

Jonathan Agnew presents from Old Trafford where England have the upper hand after the first day of the 3rd test between England and the West Indies. After looking shaky at 122-4, unbeaten knocks...

Day 4: England victory hopes still alive from 2020-07-19T19:54

Jonathan Agnew presents the TMS podcast after an exciting fourth day of the second Test between England and the West Indies at Old Trafford. England will begin the final day 219 runs ahead on 37...

#40from40: Stilgoe and Skellern from 2020-07-16T04:45

Singers Richard Stilgoe and Peter Skellern talk - and sing - with Brian Johnston at the Oval in 1983.

#40from40: Piers Morgan from 2020-07-16T04:30

TV star and former newspaper editor Piers Morgan gives a fascinating interview during a Test match at Old Trafford in 2007.

#40from40: Max Boyce MBE from 2020-07-02T04:45

Singer and comedian Max Boyce enjoys the first Test match in Cardiff during the memorable Ashes series of 2009. Look out for some wonderful stories of Sir Ian Botham in pantomime!

#40from40: Richard Thompson OBE from 2020-07-02T04:30

Guitar hero Richard Thompson joins Jonathan Agnew for a memorable chat and live performance in 2014.

England vs West Indies Classics: Lord's 2000 from 2020-06-26T05:00

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Fazeer Mohammed and Andy Zaltzman to discuss a remarkable Test match between England and West India at Lord's in 2000.

#40from40: Mishal Husain from 2020-06-25T04:45

Today presenter Mishal Husain gives a fascinating insight into the world of journalism in an interview at the Oval in 2016.

#40from40: Richard Osman from 2020-06-25T04:30

TV's Pointless star Richard Osman joins Aggers during the day/night Test at Edgbaston in 2017 to discuss his love of cricket and career in television.

England vs West Indies Classics: Old Trafford 1995 from 2020-06-19T04:30

Jonathan Agnew, Fazeer Mohammed and Andy Zaltzman remember a brilliant Test match at Old Trafford in the summer of 1995.

#40from40: Graham Taylor and Roy Hodgson from 2020-06-18T04:45

Former England football managers Graham Taylor and Roy Hodgson chat about their love of cricket and careers in football in interviews from 1991 and 2012.

#40from40: Nobby Stiles MBE from 2020-06-18T04:30

England World Cup winner Nobby Stiles takes a 'View from the Boundary' at Old Trafford in 1997.

England vs West Indies Classics: Headingley 1991 from 2020-06-12T07:59

Jonathan Agnew is joined by Andy Zaltzman and Fazeer Mohammed to look back on a memorable win for England against West Indies at Headingley in 1991.

#40from40: Gary Neville from 2020-06-11T04:45

Former Manchester United and England right-back Gary Neville reveals his stellar cricketing past during a fascinating interview from 2013.

#40from40: Brian Johnston CBE from 2020-06-11T04:30

Brian Johnston has the tables turned and becomes the interviewee on the occasion of his 80th birthday in 1992.

England vs West Indies Classics: Lord's 1984 from 2020-06-05T08:57

Jonathan Agnew presents a special podcast remembering the classic England vs West Indies Test played at Lord's in 1984.

Look out for some iconic TMS commentary memories.

#40from40: Sir Christopher Lee from 2020-06-04T04:45

Sir Christopher Lee, star of over 200 films and one of Britain's finest actors, takes a View from the Boundary with Brian Johnston at Lord's in 1987.

#40from40: Dame Penelope Keith from 2020-06-04T04:30

BAFTA-winning acting great Dame Penelope Keith joins Jonathan Agnew in 2000 to discuss her varied career, including a starring role as Margot in The Good Life.

#40from40: Helen Richardson-Walsh MBE from 2020-05-28T04:45

Olympic gold medal winner with Team GB's hockey stars in 2016, Helen Richardson-Walsh chats to Jonathan Agnew a year on in 2017.

#40from40: Sir Elton John from 2020-05-28T04:30

Music legend Sir Elton John speaks to Jonathan Agnew from his piano stool in 2006. Look out for a musical interlude featuring Freddie Flintoff!

#40from40: Eric Clapton CBE from 2020-05-21T04:45

Guitarist Eric Clapton talks to Jonathan Agnew in 2008 about his remarkable career and love of cricket.

#40from40: Nicholas Parsons CBE from 2020-05-20T04:30

Nicholas Parsons - actor, comedian and long-time host of Radio 4's 'Just a Minute' - joins Jonathan Agnew for a View from the Boundary in 2007.

#40from40: Dame Cressida Dick from 2020-05-14T12:00

Dame Cressida Dick, the first woman to be Metropolitan Police Commissioner and self-confessed wicket-keeping disaster, joins Jonathan Agnew for a View from the Boundary in 2018.

#40from40: Sir Trevor McDonald from 2020-05-14T11:45

Sir Trevor McDonald takes a View from the Boundary with Henry Blofeld in 2004, discussing his life and career in broadcasting.

Tuffers and Vaughan: “We’re a long way off confirming West Indies tour” from 2020-05-13T20:15

Mark Chapman, Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan bring you the latest on when we may get some live cricket. West Indies chief executive Johnny Grave joins the discussion. Plus, they look back 10 y...

KP and Colly remember England’s World T20 triumph from 2020-05-13T05:00

10 years on from England’s first ever triumph in a men’s global tournament, man of the tournament Kevin Pietersen and captain Paul Collingwood look back on the 2010 World T20 win in the Caribbea...

#40from40: Sid Waddell from 2020-05-07T04:45

Darts commentary legend Sid Waddell chats to Simon Mann in 2005, reflecting on his life and career behind the microphone.

#40from40: Mark Webber from 2020-05-07T04:30

Motorsport star Mark Webber takes a View from the Boundary at the Oval in 2011, giving Jonathan Agnew a fascinating insight into life in an F1 car.

Remembering Edgbaston 2005 from 2020-05-05T16:00

A special programme from 2015 as Michael Vaughan shares his memories of the 2005 Edgbaston Ashes Test. Plus, we hear from listeners telling us where they were when England won.

#40from40: Paul Merton from 2020-04-30T04:45

Comedian and broadcaster Paul Merton joins Aggers for a rainy 'View from the Boundary' at the Oval in 2013.

#40from40: Roy Hudd OBE from 2020-04-30T04:30

The final 'View from the Boundary' conducted by the legendary Brian Johnston as he's joined by comedian Roy Hudd in 1993.

#40from40: Hugh Grant and Russell Crowe from 2020-04-23T04:45

Actors Hugh Grant (in 2005) and Russell Crowe (in 2009) visit the Test Match Special commentary box to discuss their love of cricket.

#40from40: Sir Sam Mendes from 2020-04-23T04:30

Oscar-winning director Sir Sam Mendes has a break from James Bond duties to take a 'View from the Boundary' in 2015.

#40from40: Rory Bremner from 2020-04-16T05:00

Comedian and impressionist Rory Bremner joins Brian Johnston to take View From the Boundary during the Ashes of 1985 and gets a big surprise...

#40from40: Waleed Khan from 2020-04-16T04:45

16-year-old Waleed Khan joins TMS at Headingley in 2018 to tell a remarkable story of courage, survival and hope.

#40from40: Peter O'Toole from 2020-04-09T04:50

Actor Peter O'Toole, star of Lawrence of Arabia, takes a 'View from the Boundary' with Brian Johnston in 1991.

#40from40: Daniel Radcliffe from 2020-04-09T04:30

Harry Potter actor Daniel Radcliffe chats to Jonathan Agnew on his 18th birthday during a Test against India in 2007.

#40from40: Happy Birthday Aggers! from 2020-04-04T05:00

In honour of Jonathan Agnew's 60th birthday, we listen back to a special interview from 2016 when Aggers was asked the questions by Sir Michael Parkinson.

#40from40: HRH The Duke of Edinburgh from 2020-04-02T04:45

HRH Prince Philip the Duke of Edinburgh chats to Brian Johnston about his love of cricket in a classic 'View from the Boundary' interview from 1987.

#40from40: John Cleese from 2020-04-02T04:30

Actor and comedian John Cleese joins Brian Johnston for a memorable interview during a Test match Headingley in 1986.

#40from40: Malala Yousafzai from 2020-03-30T04:50

Nobel Laureate Malala Yousafzai chats to Simon Mann at Edgbaston in 2016 in a memorable View from the Boundary interview.

#40from40: Lily Allen from 2020-03-30T04:40

Pop star Lily Allen chats to Jonathan Agnew in a 2009 interview that remains one of Test Match Special's most famous moments.

#40from40: Ben Travers from 2020-03-30T04:30

Brian Johnston chats to playwright Ben Travers in the very first View from the Boundary interview. Look out for memories of watching WG Grace amongst and many extraordinary tales.

The Tuffers and Vaughan Cricket Show from 2020-03-23T21:47

Mark Champan, Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan bring you the latest news from the world of cricket, as the coronavirus pandemic continues to impact the sport. With professional cricket currently of...

Will rain wash away England's World Cup dream? from 2020-03-04T10:49

With rain forecast in Sydney, the two Women's T20 World Cup semi finals are in serious doubt and England could be eliminated without a ball bowled. Henry Moeran is joined by England stars Kate Cros...

Tuffers and Vaughan: Third Test Preview from 2020-01-13T22:13

Mark Chapman brings you the first Tuffers and Vaughan of 2020. With Michael away, Graham Onions stands in to help Phil preview England’s third test. Plus, England opener Dom Sibley talks about life...

Bob Willis 1949-2019 from 2019-12-04T20:20

Eleanor Oldroyd pays tribute to former England captain Bob Willis, who has died at the age of 70. His teammates Mike Brearley, Vic Marks and David Gower share their memories of him, including Willi...

The Oval day 4: What a summer from 2019-09-15T18:38

We hear from Joe Root, Jofra Archer, Ben Stokes and Steve Smith after England's 135-run win at The Oval meant a drawn Ashes series for the first time in 47 years. Michael Vaughan has his say on why...

The Oval day 3: Denly guides England towards victory from 2019-09-14T18:43

Michael Vaughan, Glenn McGrath and Alec Stewart have their say on England batting themselves into a strong position to win the match and tie the series. We hear from Joe Denly on his amazing week; ...

Old Trafford Day 4: England left needing another miracle from 2019-09-07T19:08

Michael Vaughan says England will need a 'Michael Atherton in Johannesburg type innings' (185 not out off 492 balls having occupied the crease for over 10 hours) to secure a draw and keep their Ash...

View from the Boundary: Jeremy Bowen from 2019-09-07T13:19

Long-time BBC Middle East editor and fanatical cricket listener Jeremy Bowen joins Aggers to chat covering upwards of twenty wars across the globe, expecting to die in conflicts, and how following ...

Old Trafford Preview: Can England capitalise on Stokes’ heroics? from 2019-09-03T17:19

Jonathan Agnew and ABC’s Geoff Lemon look ahead to the fourth Ashes Test at Old Trafford where England will look to capitalise on Ben Stokes' heroics at Headingley with the five-match series tied a...

Headingley Day 2: The Day England lost the Ashes? from 2019-08-23T19:39

Michael Vaughan says the Ashes are heading back to Australia as a dismal English total of 67 looks to have gift wrapped victory for the tourists at Headingley. Alastair Cook and Geoffrey Boycott ha...

Headingley Day 1: Archer stars again as Australia lose 8 wickets in a session from 2019-08-22T19:46

Michael Vaughan and Sir Alastair Cook react to a day of a huge momentum swings at Headingley. Rain, bad light, David Warner and Marnus Labuschagne frustrated England until a wild last session with ...

Headingley preview: Can Australia cope without Steve ‘Gandalf’ Smith? from 2019-08-21T15:23

Jonathan Agnew and ABC’s Geoff Lemon look ahead to the third Ashes Test at Headingley where England have an opportunity to level the series – which Australia lead 1-0. You’ll hear from England cap...

Tuffers and Vaughan: Jofra has shifted the momentum from 2019-08-19T10:25

Phil and Michael talk about the momentum shift in the Ashes series after Jofra Archer’s hostile bowling at Lord’s, which will ‘send shivers down the rest of the Australian batting unit’. Michael ha...

Lord's Day 1: Archer gets his cap&Mitchell Johnson's Ashes memories from 2019-08-14T16:39

Mitchell Johnson joins the pod to chat about his first experience of playing international cricket at Lord's when he went at more than 6 an over. He talks about dealing with a lack of confidence, h...

Andrew Strauss and Glenn McGrath on the devastating impact of cancer from 2019-08-14T05:20

Ahead of the Ruth Strauss Foundation Day at Lord’s, Andrew Strauss sat down with Glenn McGrath to talk about the impact of losing their wives to cancer, but also the foundations they’ve set up in t...

Lord’s Preview: Can England bounce back? from 2019-08-13T15:57

Jonathan Agnew and Geoff Lemon look ahead to the second Ashes Test at Lord’s. We hear from Joe Root on what Jofra Archer could do on his Test debut. Australia captain Tim Paine explains why they’ve...

Tuffers and Vaughan: The Second Test Preview from 2019-08-12T22:05

England coach Paul Collingwood joins the pod to talk putting Edgbaston behind them, a new-look side without Jimmy or Moeen, and whether there's an emotional hang over from the World Cup win. Plus, ...

Edgbaston Day 5: Epic Aussie victory and a McGrath 5-0 prediction from 2019-08-05T16:13

Michael Vaughan, Glenn McGrath and Geoffrey Boycott have their say on a Nathan Lyon-inspired Australia taking a 1-0 lead in the Ashes. We discuss whether some of England's players are experiencing ...

Inside the Mind of an Ashes Captain from 2019-07-30T08:00

Michael Vaughan speaks to Sir Alastair Cook, Andrew Strauss, Allan Border and Ian Chappell about what it's like captaining in cricket's oldest rivalry. Andrew Strauss reveals how being insulted i...

Tuffers and Vaughan: England are World Champions from 2019-07-15T19:54

Did that really happen? Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan are back together after the most incredible cricket match that saw England crowned as World Champions.We go through the last 20 balls of t...

CWC Day 46: Cricket’s coming home from 2019-07-14T23:14

Jonathan Agnew presents all the reaction from Lords as England have won their first ever Cricket World Cup by scoring more boundaries than New Zealand in a super over after it ended as a tie. Mic...

CWC Day 45: The Final Countdown from 2019-07-13T16:24

The day before the World Cup final, Eoin Morgan joins Jonathan Agnew to explain just what winning the tournament would mean to him, and to the game in this country. We hear from Mark Wood, who prom...

CWC Day 44: Team of the tournament from 2019-07-12T12:25

Jimmy Anderson, Isa Guha, Andy Zaltzman and Prakash Wakankar go through their team of the World Cup so far. Plus Eleanor Oldroyd and Simon Mann reveal the results of a BBC Sport online poll to fi...

CWC Day 43: Is cricket coming home? from 2019-07-11T18:46

Did it really happen? Michael Vaughan and Sir Alastair Cook join Jonathan Agnew to relive England’s emphatic win over Australia that puts them into Sunday’s final, where they’ll meet New Zealand....

CWC Day 42: England prepare for Aussies, as New Zealand stun India from 2019-07-10T16:32

Jonathan Agnew speaks to England captain Eoin Morgan ahead of their World Cup semi-final against Australia at Edgbaston - we're also joined by former Australia captain Steve Waugh, who possibly isn...

CWC Day 41: NZ vs India on hold, barefoot Aussies and departing Chief Execs from 2019-07-09T19:30

Jonathan Agnew is joined by former New Zealand captain Jeremy Coney and Prakash Wakankar on a frustrating day at Old Trafford, where rain has halted the semi-final between New Zealand and India aft...

Tuffers and Vaughan: The semi final preview from 2019-07-08T19:16

Tuffers is off again this week, so Paul Farbrace takes his place as he joins Michael to look ahead to the World Cup semi-finals. Michael works out a unique way to motivate the England players, Pau...

CWC Day 38: Rohit shines at Headingley and Australia lose their final group game from 2019-07-07T09:54

Rohit Sharma became the first man to score five centuries in a single World Cup as India chased down 265 with 6.3 overs to spare at Headingley. We hear from Charles Dagnell, Prakash Wakankar and Je...

CWC Day 34: India through, Bangladesh out and England’s date with destiny from 2019-07-02T20:40

Eoin Morgan joins the pod ahead of England’s date with destiny against New Zealand. The England captain discusses the success of the team meeting he held prior to the India win, why the loss to NZ ...

CWC Day 33: The art of opening and West Indies fall short. Again. from 2019-07-01T20:07

After his heroics against India, England's Jason Roy takes us inside the mind of an opener. Graeme Swann and Jeremy Coney look ahead to England against New Zealand. We reflect on Sri Lanka beating ...

CWC Day 32: Bairstow shines as England revive World Cup hopes from 2019-06-30T20:17

Jonathan Agnew, Michael Vaughan, Prakash Wakankar, Vic Marks and Andy Zaltzman discuss England’s crucial 31-run win over India at Edgbaston in the Cricket World Cup. Meanwhile, Aggers chats to Go...

CWC Day 31: Pakistan squeeze past Afghanistan, and England prepare for India from 2019-06-29T21:30

The pressure is mounting on England after Pakistan squeezed past Afghanistan on day 31 – Aatif Nawaz and Daniel Norcross were watching at Headingley. Meanwhile Eoin Morgan joins the podcast to tal...

CWC Day 30: South Africa take the sting out of Sri Lanka's campaign from 2019-06-28T19:43

As a swarm of bees interrupts play at the Cricket World Cup, Charles Dagnall, Scott Read and ex-England assistant coach Paul Farbrace review South Africa's victory over Sri Lanka. It was a result w...

CWC Day 29: India thrash West-Indies to close in on semi-final from 2019-06-27T17:59

West Indies are knocked out of the World Cup after being comprehensively beaten by India at Old Trafford - Prakash Wakankar and Curtley Ambrose join Simon Mann to give their reaction. And with Ind...

CWC Day 28: Pakistan win heaps pressure on England from 2019-06-26T20:29

Jeremy Coney and Aatif Nawaz join Charles Dagnall to reflect on Pakistan keeping their hopes of a World Cup semi-final place alive as they moved to within a point of England with a six-wicket victo...

CWC Day 27: England hopes hang in the balance as Australia march on from 2019-06-25T19:25

Michael Vaughan says England turned up at Lord's this morning with the look of a side who thought they could lose the game. Is the pressure of tournament cricket and the favourites tag really begin...

Tuffers and Vaughan: The fast bowling special from 2019-06-24T19:28

Sir Curtly Ambrose and Robin Smith explain the arts of both bowling fast, and facing pace. Curtly tells us that it’s all about building up a reputation, whilst Robin says that it helps to imagine a...

CWC Day 26: A big England Australia preview, a Bangladesh win, and an Afghan tantrum from 2019-06-24T19:27

Eoin Morgan joins the pod on the eve of England and Australia at Lord's. We ask if England will stick to their guns after the Sri Lanka defeat, look ahead to some of the tournament's most impressiv...

CWC Day 25: South Africa out, Pakistan show promise, and Jimmy on pedalos from 2019-06-23T19:25

After a fifth defeat in seven matches South Africa become only the second side to be eliminated from the World Cup. We ask why they've been so sub-par. Predictably Pakistan bring their A-game in a ...

CWC Day 24: Afghan and West Indian chases fall just short on epic day from 2019-06-22T22:43

Two thrilling matches to recap as Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami combine at the death to deny Afghanistan arguably the greatest upset in World Cup history before six-hitting machine Carlos Brath...

CWC Day 23: England stumble to Sri Lanka ahead of big pressure games from 2019-06-21T20:34

The Cricket World Cup cat is well and truly amongst the tournament pigeons as England suffer a second defeat of the group stage to bring Sri Lanka and Bangladesh back into the semi-final qualificat...

CWC Day 22: New-look Warner guides Australia towards semi-finals from 2019-06-20T20:17

The new-look, less cavalier David Warner hits the highest individual score of the World Cup so far, his 166 the key to Australia's 48-run win over Bangladesh. Jim Maxwell thinks the new approach i...

CWC Day 21: Clinical Kane and Woakes on bowling at the death from 2019-06-19T20:24

Jeremy Coney and Natalie Germanos join Simon Mann to look back on Kane Williamson’s superb century that helped New Zealand past South Africa in the tournament’s closest finish so far. We hear from ...

CWC Day 20: Captain Morgan's Joy of Six from 2019-06-18T19:47

England have gone top of the World Cup standings thanks to an astonishing blitz of six hitting from Eoin Morgan, writing himself into the record books in the process. And whilst it was Afghanistan...

Tuffers and Vaughan: Robin Smith opens up from 2019-06-17T20:40

Tuffers, Michael and Chappers are joined by former England batsman Robin Smith, who speaks very frankly an openly about his mental struggles when playing and after retiring, including depression, a...

CWC Day 19: Sensational Shakib, wilting Windies and Curran for Love Island? from 2019-06-17T19:15

We're in the England camp ahead of the match with Afghanistan; Eoin Morgan refuses to rule out a return for the axed Alex Hales, whilst Mark Wood gives us the lowdown on his TV schedule. Curtly Amb...

CWC Day 18: India show their class to leave Pakistan on the brink from 2019-06-16T20:08

A Pakistani supporter may have arrived at the ground on an beautiful horse but there was nothing elegant about the performance of the men in green at Old Trafford. Former star all-rounder turned Pr...

CWC Day 17: Australia go top, Amla ambles, and the big India Pakistan preview from 2019-06-15T20:40

All eyes on Old Trafford for the most eagerly awaited match of the tournament as India and Pakistan face off. In this pod you’ll hear from Waqar Younis on what it’s like to play and coach in these ...

CWC Day 16: Root’s heroics, Woakes at 3, and England’s ‘perfect performance’ from 2019-06-14T19:02

Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook and Jonathan Agnew reflect on England’s ‘perfect performance’ to beat West Indies by 8 wickets, but there are concerns about injuries to Eoin Morgan and Jason Roy...

CWC Day 15: England await explosive West Indies from 2019-06-13T19:07

Alastair Cook chats England's task against the West Indies, whether or not Jason Roy could feature in the Ashes, the sleepless nights he had when leading England, and is joined by old friend Graeme...

CWC Day 14: Warrior Warner, outstanding Amir and UN full member states from 2019-06-12T20:05

Finally a day with no rain! David Warner’s brilliant century helped Australia squeeze past Pakistan in a thrilling match in Taunton, despite a superb bowling display from Mohammad Amir – Waqar Youn...

CWC Day 13: Swanny's guide to rain delays and cricket-loving corgis from 2019-06-11T16:05

Yet more rain means Sri Lanka and Bangladesh never even take the field but fortunately Graeme Swann and Paul Farbrace are in superb form as they guide us through what happens in the dressing room d...

CWC Day 12: Rain, retirements and the evolution of pace bowling from 2019-06-10T18:40

Pacemen Curtly Ambrose and Tymal Mills talk about their careers and how fast bowling has evolved and former Protea captain Graeme Smith discusses the mess South Africa find themselves in following ...

CWC Day 11: Impeccable India, sticky bails, and David 'dot ball' Warner from 2019-06-09T19:18

Michael Vaughan says India are the best team in the tournament so far after a 36-run win over Australia. We try to make sense of the conservative Aussie chase, particularly from David Warner, and a...

CWC Day 10: Jason Roy hits 153 as England beat Bangladesh in Cardiff from 2019-06-08T20:46

Jonathan Agnew and Michael Vaughan react to England piling on their highest World Cup total in a 106-run defeat of Bangladesh, whilst New Zealand comfortably defeated Afghanistan. We also hear fro...

CWC Day 9: England set for Bangladesh and cricket theme parks from 2019-06-07T16:59

Pakistan and Sri Lanka fall foul of only the third washout in World Cup history so we speak to Eoin Morgan as England prepare to face their bogey side Bangladesh. We discover Mark Wood's been to Ha...

CWC Day 8: Starc reminder, Plunkett's prep and the Windies rejuvenation from 2019-06-06T20:02

Nathan Coulter-Nile with the bat then Mitchell Starc with the ball earn Australia victory, their tenth ODI win on the spin. The West Indies may have come up short today but we get the inside story ...

CWC Day 7: No drama Sharma, New Zealand nerves and Trump the cricketer from 2019-06-05T22:34

India's tournament is up and running with Sharma, Chahal and Bumrah all in top form. We discuss Dhoni's role as the team's invaluable 'CPU', why South Africa's challenge still hasn't got going, and...

CWC Day 6: Wood and Woakes’ tweets, and the Wooden Spoon derby? from 2019-06-04T19:16

Jeremy Coney and Mel Jones join Simon Mann in a soggy Cardiff as Sri Lanka edge past Afghanistan. Chris Woakes and Mark Wood try to identify which of their teammates are Beliebers, which like Fri...

Tuffers and Vaughan: “Fielding cost England against Pakistan” from 2019-06-03T21:00

Injured England batsman Sam Billings sits in for Phil Tufnell as Pakistan shock the hosts to win by 14 runs at Trent Bridge. We discuss where England went wrong, how Wahab Riaz proved his own coa...

CWC Day 5: Big game Pakistan flip the script to beat England from 2019-06-03T20:27

Well, well, well, Pakistan stun England in a major tournament once again. You'll hear from Michael Vaughan, Joe Root and Wahab Riaz on where the match was won and lost. Were there nerves in the E...

CWC Day 4: Time for South Africa to press the panic button? from 2019-06-02T19:59

Are South Africa's worst nightmares about this World Cup already materialising? Do Bangladesh have the quality to challenge any side at the tournament? Questions posed by Dan Norcross and answered ...

CWC Day 3: Warner stars as Australia and New Zealand win from 2019-06-01T20:16

Reaction to Australia and New Zealand opening their World Cup campaigns with straightforward wins over Afghanistan and Sri Lanka with Jimmy Anderson, Graeme Swann, Paul Farbrace and others. David W...

CWC Day 2: Windies humiliate Pakistan with bouncer barrage from 2019-05-31T18:40

Curtly Ambrose joins the pod as the West Indies get their World Cup campaign off to the perfect start with victory over Pakistan at Trent Bridge. He chats their hostile bowling, being able to hide ...

CWC Day 1: Stokes' stunner and Archer's pace light up Oval from 2019-05-30T18:55

Michael Vaughan and Sam Curran join Jonathan Agnew at the Oval for reactions to England's opening World Cup win over South Africa. Ben Stokes tells us that his stunning catch was 'a fluke', plus ...

CWC 1 day to go: It’s time! from 2019-05-29T17:12

The day before the World Cup starts, Jonathan Agnew speaks to Eoin Morgan at the Oval about expectations, performing, and what he’ll say to the Queen. South Africa coach Ottis Gibson answers whet...

CWC 3 days to go: Michael Vaughan meets Eoin Morgan from 2019-05-27T05:00

Eoin Morgan opens up to Michael Vaughan about how he and England turned their ODI form round, from the ‘humiliation’ of England’s defeat to Bangladesh in 2015, to becoming favourites at a home Worl...

CWC 4 days to go: 10 moments that shocked the Cricket World Cup from 2019-05-26T12:00

Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by Jonathan Agnew and Jim Maxwell to look back on the Cricket World Cup’s 10 most shocking moments. From Kevin O’Brien’s incredible innings to help Ireland beat England,...

CWC 5 days to go: Smith's ton steers Australia to victory from 2019-05-25T18:24

Simon Mann brings reaction as England fell to a 12-run defeat by Australia in a thrilling World Cup warm-up match in Southampton after Steve Smith's first century since being banned for his part in...

CWC 6 days to go: The captains' podcast from 2019-05-24T05:00

With six days to go, Mark Chapman is joined by all ten of the captains at the Cricket World Cup in front of a live audience of journalists and local school children. The captains talk India vs Pa...

CWC 7 days to go: The preview podcast from 2019-05-23T05:00

A week away from the start of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, we launch our daily podcast that will run throughout the tournament. Michael Vaughan explains why he thinks fielding will be key thi...

The World Cup Years: 1999 from 2019-05-21T09:00

Kevin Howells and Andy Zaltzman complete their look back on the four Cricket World Cups to have been held in the UK. Alec Stewart, Gus Fraser and John Etheridge join Kevin and Andy to look back on...

The World Cup Years: 1983 from 2019-05-18T11:00

Kevin Howells and Andy Zaltzman continue their look back on the four Cricket World Cups to have been held in the UK. Andy reveals that the first ever game of cricket he saw was during this tourna...

The World Cup Years: 1979 from 2019-05-15T14:18

Kevin Howells and Andy Zaltzman continue their look back on the four Cricket World Cups to have been held in the UK. As we reflect on the 1979 World Cup, we’re joined by Graham Gooch, David Gower...

The World Cup Years: 1975 from 2019-05-12T09:00

Kevin Howells and Andy Zaltzman begin their look back on the four men's World Cup tournaments previously held in the UK and their impact on the game. They start with the first event held in 1975 ...

Lahore 2009: Cricket’s terror attack 10 years on from 2019-03-03T00:01

Trevor Bayliss and Paul Farbrace explain what it was like to be in the Sri Lanka team bus that was attacked 10 years ago in Lahore, Pakistan. Islamist militants fired rockets and machine guns at ...

Saying goodbye to Dad from 2018-08-21T15:32

Patrick Taylor joined Jonathan Agnew to reflect on the amazing reaction to his e-mail to TMS about the death of his father.

Aggers speaks to Heather Knight from 2018-08-21T12:48

Test Match Special brings you an in-depth interview with Heather Knight during lunch on day four of the third Test between England and India. The England women’s captain opens up to correspondent J...

Simon Hughes talks to James Anderson from 2018-08-20T12:53

Test Match Special brings you an in-depth interview with England's leading Test wicket-taker James Anderson, as he opens up to Simon Hughes about his career.