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Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook and David “Bumble” Lloyd are joined by Jonathan Agnew for a brilliant episode packed with stories from playing, broadcasting and covering England over the years - Brought to you by Betfair.Aggers looks back on his early days in the game, from growing up in Macclesfield to playing for Lancashire alongside some of the biggest names in English cricket, including stories involving David Gower, Ray Illingworth and life in the dressing room during a very different era.The conversation then turns to his career in broadcasting, with insight into life on Test Match Special, how he made the transition into commentary and some hilarious moments from live radio and television along the way. There are also great moments as Aggers turns interviewer, including a brilliant exchange with Phil Tufnell.The panel also discuss how the game has changed, the role of a modern commentator and why experience and perspective matter more than ever when covering international cricket.Attention then shifts to England, with strong reaction to the latest Ashes campaign. Agnew reflects on his disappointment, explaining why England’s attitude and preparation “offended” him, while also discussing the challenges of interviewing players and captains in difficult moments including a revealing story about speaking to Ben Stokes after defeat.As always, the episode is full of insight, humour and behind-the-scenes stories from one of cricket’s most respected voices.Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket. 🙌🏏07:32: Jonathan Agnew Joins The Show29:13: Drinking Culture In County Cricket33:23: How Aggers Got Into Broadcasting36:29: First Meeting With Phil Tufnell In New Zealand48:45 Best TMS Moment: Stokes At Headingley1:01:12: The Ashes: Anger & Disappointment

Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook and David “Bumble” Lloyd react to a huge week for English cricket - Brought to you by Betfair!With confirmation that Brendon McCullum is set to stay on, the team debate whether the BazBall style will continue and whether any real change is coming. There’s strong discussion around where England have gone wrong, whether players are overthinking their performances and why so few international careers end on a high.The panel also react to the latest press conference, even picking up the phone to get insight from inside the room, before turning their attention to the future of the England set-up, including who could become the next selector.Attention then shifts to the pitch, with the team picking their next England Test XI, debating the batting order, discussing the best options with the ball and asking the big question… who should be opening this summer?There’s also a look ahead to the IPL, with predictions on who will come out on top.The team then ask whether McCullum will still be in charge for the next Ashes and which players to watch in the upcoming county season.Insightful, honest and full of strong opinions, this is another must-watch episode of Stick to Cricket.Subscribe so you never miss an episode 🙌🏏This episode is sponsored by South African Tourism. Come Find Your Joy – South Africa Awaits!To plan your trip of a lifetime, visit https://www.inspiremyholiday.com/england-mens-cricket-tour-south-africa0:00 - Intro6:29 - The Hundred Auction Recap9:30 - Liam Livingstone's Comments on England25:01 - Phone Call with Will McPherson (Press Conference Update)42:02 - Picking the England Test XI54:45 - IPL Predictions1:02:11 - Happy Birthday Bumble

Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook and David “Bumble” Lloyd are joined by Sam Billings for a fascinating look inside the world of franchise cricket and life in the IPL - Brought to you by Betfair.With the IPL about to begin again, the conversation starts with how the tournament has transformed the game and the pressure that comes with playing in the biggest franchise league in the world.Billings shares brilliant stories from playing alongside some of the biggest names in cricket, including why MS Dhoni is the best player he has played with and what it was like watching Manchester United with Dhoni during the IPL. There is also a memorable story involving Virat Kohli and life around some of the game’s biggest superstars.The panel also discuss how franchise teams are built, why you don’t necessarily want eleven superstars in one side and how players balance personal performances with the needs of the team.Attention then turns to the English game, with debate around the structure of county cricket, opportunities overseas and whether young players are better off developing in franchise tournaments.As always, the episode finishes with community questions, including the toughest away days in county cricket and the future of the global game.Insightful, funny and packed with great stories, this is another brilliant episode of Stick to Cricket.Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket 🙌🏏This episode is sponsored by South African Tourism. Come Find Your Joy – South Africa Awaits! 00:00 - Intro & Corridor Cricket07:57 - Sam Billings Arrives15:13 - Episode Starts16:01 - Franchise Cricket & The IPL23:20 - Hunger & Development: UK vs India32:04 - County Cricket: Does It Need to Change?45:16 - Best Franchise Player: MS Dhoni Stories52:22 - The Hundred: New Owners & Sam's Future56:38 - The Future of Cricket in 10 Years59:17 - Community Questions

Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook, David 'Bumble' Lloyd and Mark Butcher react to India’s World Cup triumph and a dramatic end to the tournament - Brought to you by Betfair.The panel break down India’s victory, with huge praise for standout tournaments from Sanju Samson and Jasprit Bumrah, whose performances proved decisive on the biggest stage. There is also debate around the conditions, with the team asking whether the pitch was fair and how much it influenced the outcome of the final.Attention then turns to England’s campaign, as the team analyse where it went right and where it fell short. They also discuss whether England’s run in the tournament did enough to gloss over a difficult winter following the Ashes defeat. There is special praise for Jacob Bethell, who impressed once again, before the conversation shifts to what changes England should consider as they look ahead to the Test series this summer.The discussion returns to India as the panel ask the big question: are this side the best T20 team of all time? With their incredible depth and consistency, there is also debate about whether India are becoming a juggernaut across all formats of the game.Insightful, honest and packed with reaction to a huge moment in world cricket, this is another must watch episode of Stick to Cricket.Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket 🙌🏏0:00 - Pre-Show Chat6:18 - West Indies & South Africa Stranded After World Cup14:28 - T20 World Cup: Bat vs Ball Debate17:08 - India's Bowling Attack & Bumrah's Dominance31:22 - England's Bazball Future & McCullum's Position49:40 - Community Questions

Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan is joined by Harsha Bhogle in Mumbai for a special episode following a dramatic T20 World Cup semi final.The pair react to India’s narrow victory over England in a thrilling encounter, breaking down the key moments that decided the game. There is praise for standout performances from Sanju Samson and Jasprit Bumrah, with Bumrah once again delivering a masterclass on the biggest stage.Attention then turns to the final as New Zealand await India, with discussion around the threat posed by Finn Allen and whether the Black Caps have what it takes to stop a dominant Indian side.The conversation also focuses on England and where they go from here after falling just short of the final. Vaughan and Bhogle discuss whether Brendon McCullum should remain as head coach, the future of BazBall and what changes may lie ahead.There is recognition for excellent tournaments from Will Jacks and Jacob Bethell, while the pair analyse why India ultimately edged England in such a tight semi final.The episode also highlights the rise of 15 year old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, with further discussion about the extraordinary young talent emerging from Indian cricket.Insightful, topical and recorded from the heart of the tournament in Mumbai, this is a must watch episode of Stick to Cricket.Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket 🙌🏏

Stick to Cricket returns as David “Bumble” Lloyd, Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell and Sir Alastair Cook are joined by former England fast bowler Steve Harmison for one of the most open and powerful episodes yet - Brought Harmison reflects on his introduction to cricket as a youngster and his current role as a Newcastle correspondent, before the conversation takes a more serious turn. In an incredibly honest discussion, Steve opens up about his mental health struggles, receiving a clinical depression diagnosis and the toll it took on both his career and his life. He explains how Marcus Trescothick played a crucial role in supporting him through that period and how those experiences changed him.The panel then look back on Harmison’s playing days, sharing dressing room memories with Vaughany and Cooky, and revisiting what it really took to become the best bowler in the world at his peak.Attention shifts to the present as the team debate England’s current position and why this T20 World Cup feels like a must perform moment. There is also a frank discussion about Brendon McCullum’s role and whether big decisions could lie ahead depending on how England’s campaign unfolds.Honest, emotional and packed with insight from one of England’s most compelling cricketers, this is a must watch episode of Stick to Cricket.Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket 🙌🏏00:34 - Life as a Newcastle United Fan07:53 - Harmison’s Mental Health Battle30:25 - When Harmison was the Best Bowler in the World1:04:00 - Community Questions1:08:00 - What is Going Wrong for England?

Stick to Cricket returns as David “Bumble” Lloyd, Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell and Sir Alastair Cook react to a huge week at the T20 World Cup, brought to you by Betfair!The panel review India’s dismantling of Pakistan and dig into what the result means in the context of cricket’s biggest rivalry. They also debate whether India and Pakistan should take things back to the longest format, and if a Test series in England could ever become a reality.Attention then turns to India’s growing dominance and the big question: who can actually stop them going all the way? The team also discuss the rise of 14 year old Indian sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and what his emergence says about the depth of talent coming through.England’s campaign is put under the microscope as the panel debate whether they’ve done enough to squeeze through, and whether changes behind the scenes could follow if England crash out. There’s also chat around Harry Brook, pressure, and whether this could be his defining moment on the world stage.Elsewhere, Italy, Sri Lanka and New Zealand get their flowers after impressive performances, while the team reflect on what’s made this tournament so unpredictable.The episode then takes a nostalgic turn as Bumble, Vaughany, Tuffers and Cooky each bring in personal items from their playing careers, sparking stories, laughter and memories from dressing rooms, tours and iconic moments.Funny, opinionated and packed with brilliant cricket chat, this is one of the best episodes of Stick to Cricket so far.00:00 - Intro14:37 - T20 World Cup16:46 - England's Campaign21:40 - India v Pakistan28:00 - Double Super Over in T20 World Cup!46:12 - Nostalgic ItemsSubscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket 🙌🏏FOLLOW STICK TO CRICKET ON SOCIAL 👇🏏Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sticktocricket/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577370443364TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@sticktocricketX - https://x.com/StickToCricketSUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL HEREhttps://www.youtube.com/@TheOverlapCricket?sub_confirmation=1SUBSCRIBE TO THE OVERLAP BREAKDOWN CHANNEL HEREhttps://www.youtube.com/@TheOverlapBreakdownSUBSCRIBE TO THE OVERLAP NEWSLETTER https://substack.com/@theoverlapnewsletterSUBSCRIBE TO THE OVERLAP UShttps://www.youtube.com/@TheOverlapUSSUBSCRIBE TO NOT JUST FOOTBALLwww.youtube.com/@TheOverlapNotJustFootball?sub_confirmation=1SUBSCRIBE TO STICK TO RUGBY HEREhttps://www.youtube.com/@TheOverlapRugbyLISTEN TO OUR PODCASTSStick to Football - https://tr.ee/JI6l3Dj-4OThe Overlap - https://tr.ee/h07F3Fsuh3It Was What It Was - https://podfollow.com/1745066482The Overlap US - https://podfollow.com/1769260064The Breakdown Podcast - https://podfollow.com/1771490639Not Just Football - https://podfollow.com/1772633121----------------------------------------------------------------------

Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, David “Bumble” Lloyd and Phil Tufnell are joined by Mark Butcher for an honest, wide-ranging episode covering the past, present and future of the game.Butcher reflects on his early cricketing memories, his Test career and the moment he nearly walked away from the sport altogether, while the panel swap stories from life on tour, dressing-room culture and the characters who shaped their careers.The conversation then turns to coaching and punditry, with a frank debate on how the modern game has changed, why players now want specialist support, and whether cricket risks losing something along the way.Attention shifts to the structure of English cricket, as the panel discuss spin bowling, whether the county game needs more teams, Andrew Strauss’ high-performance review and what the domestic summer could look like in the years ahead. There’s also debate over The Hundred and whether it could eventually return to a T20 format.The episode closes with Butcher’s musical talent, memories and community questions.Honest, funny and unfiltered, this is Stick to Cricket at its best.Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket. 🙌🏏00:00 - Intro14:40 - Life as a Cricket Pundit17:40 - Should Players Have Their Own Batting Coaches?25:55 - Mark Butcher's Cricketing Memories41:24 - Where Can Cricket Improve?1:03:00 - Mark Butcher's Love for Music1:07:40 - Community Questions

Stick to Cricket returns as David “Bumble” Lloyd, Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell and Mark Butcher, stepping in for Alastair Cook, are joined by Jimmy Anderson, brought to you by Betfair.A few weeks on from England’s Ashes defeat, the panel reflect on how they feel now the dust has settled. Was it simply Australia being better, or are England’s deeper problems becoming impossible to ignore? There’s a frank debrief on what went wrong, what still frustrates and what lessons have to be learned.Jimmy Anderson joins the show to discuss his pre-season, how he’s still performing at the highest level at his age, and what keeps driving him.The conversation then turns to what comes next for England, with the panel debating the team’s direction and why the next few months could be crucial for those running the game.The Harry Brook controversy is revisited as opinions remain split, raising questions around leadership, pressure, and how England manage their biggest talents. The discussion also focuses on England’s management and whether major decisions are approaching behind the scenes.Looking ahead to the T20 World Cup, the panel break down why India are overwhelming favourites, the controversy surrounding Bangladesh’s omission, and Pakistan’s decision to boycott their game against India, a situation still causing huge debate across the cricketing world.Honest, opinionated and unfiltered, this episode reflects on the Ashes while asking the big questions England can’t avoid.Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket 🙌🏏00:00 - Intro07:30 - Anderson’s continuing career22:20 - Ashes unpacked46:20 - Cricket’s drinking culture56:00 - T20 World Cup1:10:00 - Community questions