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  • 21. 21. Gabba Test Fallout, Smith vs Archer, Head’s Heroics & Carey’s Masterclass

    49:28||Season 1, Ep. 21
    Australia are 2–0 up and the Gabba has given us proper Test drama.In this episode, JB, Haydos and Blewie unpack the fallout from Brisbane: Steve Smith’s icy response to Jofra Archer’s late bumpers, Travis Head’s continued chaos at the top, Alex Carey’s best match in the Baggy Green, and Mitch Starc putting together one of the great two-Test stretches.The boys discuss England’s putrid bowling and butter-fingered fielding, Ben Stokes finally batting like a proper Test captain, Michael Neser’s moment, and the selection squeeze heading into Adelaide with Cummins and Lyon returning.Plus Heals’ infamous wine nights, muffin discipline in the commentary box, and Piers Morgan copping both barrels.

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  • 20. 20. Travis Head Interview: Killing the Perth Test in One Session, Confidence & Chaos

    32:15||Season 1, Ep. 20
    Travis Head jumps on All Over Bar The Cricket to unpack that Perth innings, his mindset walking out, what he saw in the pitch, how he handled England’s plans, and the moment he knew the game was gone for the Poms. Plus: some dressing-room stories, how Head deals with noise and expectation, and why his game has gone to another level in the last few years.If you loved watching him rip England apart, you’ll want this in the headphones to get inside Head's head!
  • 19. 19. Second Test, Blewie's Blown Achilles & Usman Khawaja vs ICC

    30:50||Season 1, Ep. 19
    Greg Blewett has finally done it. Achilles gone, stretcher out, moon boot on. In this episode of All Over Bar The Cricket, JB and Mathew Hayden sit Blewey down and ask the obvious question: is it officially time to retire? Plus Usman Khawaja’s “piece of shit” spray about the Perth pitch vs the ICC’s “very good” rating, whether modern batting (and Bazball) is the real problem, and how Australia and England should line up for the Gabba pink-ball Test. Names on the table include Mark Wood, Michael Neser, Doggett, Pat Cummins, Nathan Lyon, Cameron Green and Bo Webster.Plus a tease for Thursday’s Travis Head special.
  • 18. 18. Heady Blows the Ashes Apart: Starc’s Masterclass as England Fold

    45:36||Season 1, Ep. 18
    Australia flipped a doomed Test on its head in the space of half an hour, and we breaks down every wild moment.JB, Haydos and Blewy dig into:– Head’s blistering Ashes ton– How England went from cruising to cooked– Stark’s 10 wickets and that insane caught-and-bowled– Boland’s spell that flipped the match– The English media meltdown– Whether Head should open in Brisbane– Selection chaos: Cummins, Hazlewood, Khawaja, Renshaw– Can England actually bounce back?Plus the usual chaos from the boys: Broady in the pub, Botham at the bar, and the argument that broke Ponting and Finch.New episode every week so subscribe on YouTube and follow us on Instagram for more.Audio Commentary thanks to the mighty Triple M team.
  • 17. 17. Ian Healy: Keeping to Shane Warne, Winning 6 Ashes, & the 52-Can Flight

    54:21||Season 1, Ep. 17
    Ian Healy joins JB, Mathew Hayden and Greg Blewett for a dive into one of the great Australian cricket careers.Heals talks about winning all six Ashes series he played in, keeping to Shane Warne at his absolute peak (including the Ball of the Century from the best seat in the house), and the infamous 52-can flight to England. Plus, Heals gives his take on Australia v England this summer and why Queensland still lead the way in looking after their past players.A proper Australian cricket hero, unfiltered.
  • 16. 16. Ashes Countdown, Selection Battles & the Poms Weak Prep

    55:20||Season 1, Ep. 16
    Australia’s Ashes buildup goes into overdrive as the boys break down a chaotic week of selection debates: Renshaw v Weatherald, Green v Webster, who actually opens, and whether Nathan Lyon could seriously miss Perth. Hazelwood’s hamstring scare has everyone sweating, while Steve Smith returns from New York looking untouchable.Meanwhile, the Poms roll into town with the weakest prep we’ve seen in years. Jofra Archer barely bowling, no proper match practice, and a squad turning up with golf bags instead of overs. Plus, Bay 13's been handed to the Poms, Travis Head’s form question, Beth Mooney brilliance, sledging myths, and Big Doss unveils his truly disturbing oyster–tequila–hot sauce routine.A full Ashes temperature check as Perth looms and the heat is rising!
  • 15. 15. Aussie Pitches, Remembering Rod Marsh & What is Test 20!?

    53:40||Season 1, Ep. 15
    The Ashes countdown is on! James Brayshaw, Matthew Hayden and Greg Blewett are back to unpack England’s unusual Ashes prep, Australia’s spicy Shield pitches and the biggest selection calls heading into summer. Plus, what happened the Aussie women, Metallica VS Optus Oval and what the hell is Test 20!?They also pay tribute to the great Rod Marsh.