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The former England all-rounder Chris Woakes speaks exclusively to talkSPORT's Sam Ellard following the release of his new autobiography, 'The Wizard', which is out now. They reflect on that iconic image during the 2025 Test at The Oval of him batting in a sling, why he doesn't want to be remembered for that, and his memories of playing under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum. He also explains why the early success was one of the worst things to happen to 'Bazball', and reflects on what it was like in the Lord's dressing during and after their 2019 World Cup victory over New Zealand.Hear live ball-by-ball commentary of England's tour of South Africa on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel.Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @Cricket_TS @SamEllard @ChrisWoakesHosts: Sam Ellard and Chris WoakesProducer: Scott Taylor

Cameron Ponsonby is joined by the South Africa Cricket Writer Dan Gallan and Cricket Analyst and Broadcaster Jarrod Kimber to look back at South Africa's 176-run victory over Australia in the third and final Test in Cape Town to seal a memorable 2-1 series win. They reflect on South Africa's character in coming from behind to win, and their rise to No.1 in the World Rankings, and what this series victory means to people in South Africa. They also discuss Simon Harmer's brilliant match figures of 10-120, including 6-16 in the second innings, and examine where Australia go from here, after not beating Bangladesh and South Africa in their last 2 Test series and how they rebuild going forwards. Plus, they hear from South Africa captain Temba Bavuma, Australia captain Pat Cummins and the Man of The Match Simon Harmer.Hear live ball-by-ball commentary of England's tour of South Africa on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel.Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @Cricket_TS @CameronPonsonby @AJarrodKimberHosts: Cameron Ponsonby, Daniel Gallan and Jarrod KimberProducer: Scott Taylor

Sam Ellard is joined by the South Africa Cricket Writer and Broadcaster Daniel Gallan and the Cricket Analyst Jarrod Kimber to look back at an enthralling Day 4 of the third and final Test between South Africa and Australia, with South Africa bowled out for 387, leaving Australia needing 288 runs to win the Test and the series. They reflect on a brilliant day of Test Cricket at Newlands, praise both Wiaan Mulder and Ryan Rickelton for their potentially match-saving centuries, and debate which side will be happier heading into the final day of this series. Plus, they ask why Nathan Lyon was so ineffective with the ball, Hear live ball-by-ball commentary of the final day of the final Test between South Africa and Australia on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel.Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @Cricket_TS @SamEllard @AJarrodKimberHosts: Sam Ellard, Daniel Gallan and Jarrod KimberProducer: Scott Taylor

Sam Ellard is joined by the former South Africa fast bowler Kyle Abbott as well as broadcaster Cameron Ponsonby to look back at Day 3 of the third Test between South Africa and Australia at Newlands, with South Africa closing on 140-4, a lead of 40 runs. They reflect on a memorable day for Josh Inglis, who scored his 2nd Test century and they ask if he can replace Marnus Labuschagne at No.3. They also reflect on South Africa's fightback with the ball, debate more poor decision making from some of the Proteas' batters, and they discuss how much South Africa will need to make it a competitive run chase for Australia.Hear live ball-by-ball commentary of South Africa v Australia on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel.Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @Cricket_TS @SamEllard @Kyle_Abbott87 @cameronponsonbyHosts: Sam Ellard, Kyle Abbott and Cameron PonsonbyProducer: Scott Taylor

Sam Ellard is joined by the former South Africa international Dane Vilas to look back at Day 2 of the third and final Test between South Africa and Australia in Cape Town, with Australia closing on 330-4, leading by just 1 run. They discuss another failure for Marnus Labuschagne as his place in the Australia Test side hangs in the balance, try to explain why South Africa were so flat with the ball, and ask if Australia's batters showed South Africa exactly how to bat on that wicket. They also debate why Marco Jansen was underused as Australia take control of his third and final Test.Hear live ball-by-ball commentary of the third and final Test between South Africa and Australia on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel.Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @Cricket_TS @SamEllard @AJarrodKimberHosts: Sam Ellard, Dane Vilas and Jarrod KimberProducer: Scott Taylor

Sam Ellard is joined by the former South Africa international Dane Vilas as well as South African Cricket Writer Dan Gallan to look back at Day 1 of the third and final Test between South Africa and Australia at Newlands, as South Africa are dismissed for 329 late on the first day. They discuss a day of Test Match Cricket that had everything, debate which side will be happier at the close, and discuss whether South Africa's senior batters threw away all the good work in the first session.Hear live ball-by-ball commentary of the final Test between South Africa and Australia on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel.Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @Cricket_TS @SamEllardHosts: Sam Ellard, Dane Vilas and Daniel GallanProducer: Scott Taylor

Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. They are joined on the show by the former Surrey Head Coach Gareth Batty, who has revealed why he has left his role with the county to take up the opportunity as an Assistant Coach with Chennai Super Kings and also reflects on his 4 seasons in charge at The Oval. They also reflect on England's recent ODI woes after three straight defeats in the tri-series in Pakistan, and debate Adil Rashid's future in England's white-ball sides after being left out in the last 2 games. They also preview the series-deciding third Test between South Africa and Australia in Cape Town, and discuss what next for Sir James Anderson after leaving Lancashire following a 25-year stint with the county.Hear live ball-by-ball commentary of the third Test between South Africa and Australia on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel from Tuesday morning.Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @Cricket_TS @NeilManthorp @Harmy611Hosts: Neil Manthorp and Steve HarmisonProducer: Scott Taylor

Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's one-wicket defeat to Pakistan to register their third successive defeat in this tri-series in Pakistan. They ask the question on everyone's lip - how did England lose an unlosable game? And they also question why two members of the white-ball coaching staff aren't with the team in Pakistan due to other commitments.Hear live ball-by-ball commentary of the third Test between South Africa and Australia on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel from Tuesday morning.Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @Cricket_TS @FulhamJon @Harmy611Hosts: Jon Norman and Steve HarmisonProducer: Scott Taylor

Sam Ellard is joined by the former Netherlands international Ryan ten Doeschate and the South African Cricket Journalist Daniel Gallan to look back at the second Test between South Africa and Australia in Gqeberha, as South Africa level the series at 1-1 with an innings and 30-run victory. They discuss if this South African side gets the credit they deserve, standout performances from both Temba Bavuma and Marco Jansen, and a match-winning contribution by Wiann Mulder. They also discuss what selection headaches surrounding Australia, and ponder if they should make changes ahead of next week's third and final Test in Cape Town.Hear live ball-by-ball commentary of the third Test between South Africa and Australia on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel from Tuesday morning.Instagram: @talkSPORT_CricketYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9vsecLHNgTj-yoNumw63lQX: @Cricket_TS @SamEllardHosts: Sam Ellard, Daniel Gallan and Ryan ten DoeschateProducer: Scott Taylor