Sinopsis
A cricket podcast by two guys whose school team once got bowled out for 22, and the next week got bowled out for 13. And they never let it go.'Acclaimed' - Financial Times, 2016
Episodios
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Episode 240 - World Cup Countdown
04/02/2015 Duración: 48minI don't like cricket, oh no, but I do like the World Cricket Show on Facebook. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony reflect on an eventful tri-series in Australia, and assess England's progress ahead of the World Cup. How are their chances looking? And what should be done about Ravi Bopara? In addition, they discuss Mohammad Amir's impending return to cricket. Should he be welcomed back with open arms? Or will he never get over his disgrace? Also this week: Tony is an extremely erudite TV critic Stuart Broad says something stupid, giving Adam an opportunity to lecture on economic theory Jonathan Rhys Meyers turns out to be Irish Tony gets actually freaked out about ghosts All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show. That's right, the World Cricket Show. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Episode 239 - AB De Villiers is Chuck Norris
23/01/2015 Duración: 01h01minWhen Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone, he already had three missed calls from AB De Villiers. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony discuss a mindblowing batting display from South Africa's captain. When Bob Willis calls him the best batsman of all time, that's clearly hyperbole...or is it? Yes. Or is it? In addition, Tim Wigmore and Peter Miller, authors of a new book, 'Second XI: Cricket in its Outposts', come on the show to discuss all things Associate cricket. In a wide-ranging chat, topics covered include the future of Ireland, why the ICC isn't all that bad really, and whether cricket will ever crack America. All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - did you hear? It's the world's favourite cricket show. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Episode 238 - Test Cricket Bonanza
07/01/2015 Duración: 51minNew year, same old nonsense. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony discuss all the various Test series going on around the world. Are New Zealand the real deal? How can Sanga even think about retiring? Has Dhoni left his team in the lurch? And is Clive Lloyd right - is T20 killing cricket in the West Indies?
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Episode 237 - Christmas Special 2014
16/12/2014 Duración: 45minIt's the World Cricket Show-ho-ho. On a spectacular Christmas Special, Adam and Tony don their festive jumpers and talk about the thrilling Test in Adelaide. A win for Australia, a Clarke hundred, a breathless final day - after everything that led up to it, could the game have delivered anything more? In addition, there's analysis of England's ongoing ODI struggles. After the Sri Lanka series, are there any reasons to think the World Cup won't be a disaster? Any at all? Also this week: An impromptu carol service Adam's tough guy reputation takes a dent Tony's getting more confused as he gets older James Taylor's got a friend Selling the Guernsey Beach Guide is like the Apprentice Tony doesn't screen, he just ignores because it's more convenient All this and more on the 2014 Christmas Special - God bless us, everyone. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Episode 236 - Phil Hughes R.I.P.
30/11/2014 Duración: 22minOn this week's pod, Adam and Tony pay tribute to Phil Hughes, and wonder whether cricket has changed forever. #putyourbatsout See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Episode 235 - Misbah Magic
07/11/2014 Duración: 44min#montythepenguincandoone On the pod this week, Adam and Tony discuss Pakistan's demolition of Australia. We were expecting a close series - how come it turned out like this? Where did Pakistan find all these runs from? What did Misbah have for breakfast in Abu Dhabi? And what went wrong for Australia - are they ultimately just flat track wallies? Plus, there's analysis of Jonathan Trott's return to England colours with the Lions. One step closer to a full Test return? Also this week: Tony loves fireworks The world and his dog make fun of Adam for a variety of reasons DiCaprio turns forty Adam tees off about the new John Lewis Christmas ad All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - do your Amazon shopping through www.cricketshow.net See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Episode 234 - Halloween Special 2014 (Cricketpocalypse)
23/10/2014 Duración: 40minWe were working in the lab late one night... On the pod this week, Adam and Tony reflect on the crisis in Caribbean cricket. Who's to blame for the mess? And what's the best way to go about cleaning it up? Or is it too late? Could it even be game over for cricket in the region? Also this week: Adam's creatively spent Tony almost has a heart attack he's so angry about luxury items The World Cricket Show finally sells out MS Dhoni loves biryani to an arguably obnoxious extent All this and more on this terrifying Halloween Special - listen if you dare. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Episode 233 - KP Book Review
17/10/2014 Duración: 53minWe need to talk about Kevin. Yes we do. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony dissect KP: The Autobiography (which is not an autobiography). On-field bullying, media collusion, Twitter rows with Liberty X, dodgy dossiers, cheese - after a chaotic two weeks for English cricket, who comes out unscathed, and who's in trouble? And is the book a help or hindrance to KP's cause? Also this week: Only one out of Adam and Tony actually read the book - can you guess which one? Gordon Macrae and Tilda Swinton - separated at birth Tony's latest sitcom idea Aggers is living in his own little Kicca world Adam's rich voice gets him into trouble All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - for heaven's sake, let's talk about Kevin. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Episode 232 - Spectacular World Cup Watch Launch Special
01/10/2014 Duración: 38minCleared the tower... On the pod this week, Adam and Tony launch their spectacular new item World Cup Watch. Start the countdown - there are 136 days to go. Are there any clear favourites at this point? Or will it be another very open tournament? In addition, the dynamic duo reflect on Saeed Ajmal's ban. Is chucking really such a heinous crime? Could there be more flexibility? Or is the ICC clampdown a good thing? Also this week: Tony decides golf fans are weird Bono and the boys help launch the new item How to make Test cricket more like the Ryder Cup At the summit of Kilimanjaro, Ashley Giles vindicates the decision not to give him the England job All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - the podcast that's recorded fast but built to last. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Episode 231 - Alastair Cook's Turkish Bath
10/09/2014 Duración: 41minUncork the champers! It's World Cricket Show time! On the pod this week, Adam and Tony reflect on a humbling defeat for England in the one-day series with India. Are their World Cup chances disappearing down the plughole? Is it time for Cook to step aside? And is it time to make an emergency call to Ravi Bopara? Plus, there's analysis of the one-off T20, and MS Dhoni's strange decision to turn down singles in the final over. Also this week: Britain's having another baby, and Tony's predictably excited about it Adam workshops some Scottish referendum material Yuvraj Singh goes sub 9.58 The episode is brought to you by Pringles, or at least you'd think so All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - we're never gonna quitain. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Episode 230 - Oval Report
30/08/2014 Duración: 43minBack together, this time forever. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony reunite in the studio to discuss all the breaking cricket news, like the Test match at the Oval that happened 2 weeks ago. An astonishing turnaround in the series - how did it happen? Did something click for England? Or did India just implode? Who was the biggest hero, Anderson, Root or Ballance? How did Kohli become such a villain? And should the selectors stick with Robson? Also this week: Tony preps for the pod with the world's healthiest meal Adam is now literally a walking laughing stock Jimmy Anderson swings both ways Ian Botham shocks the world Tony upsets Adam by not commenting on his suntan All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - it's a podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Episode 229 - Old Trafford Report
15/08/2014 Duración: 11minTony's difficult second episode. With Adam refusing to return to the real world, Tony sits in as host again for a short pod to go with a short Test. Follow Tony on Twitter: @tonycvrr See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Episode 228 - Rose Bowl Report
08/08/2014 Duración: 21minTONY'S BIG BREAK. He's been phoning it in for weeks but this time Adam is actually on the other end of a line. On this week's pod, Tony sits in as host for some beach-side analysis of England's win in Southampton and the lads look ahead to a Test that's probably already over. Also on the show, Adam's got the holiday blues, and Tony fails to break up a fight between Orlando Bloom and Justin Bieber. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Episode 227 - Lord's Report
24/07/2014 Duración: 49minPark this podcast where you like. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony reflect on India's historic win at Lord's. One of their all-time great victories? Or did it come gift-wrapped from England? And is Cook's time finally up? Who would replace him? Could someone come in from outside? Also this week: Tony continues his swashbuckling form on the cricket field Adam complains because it's hot Adam complains about a parking ticket Adam just complains quite a lot, really All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - the podcast that's recorded fast but built to last. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Episode 226 - Trent Bridge Report
16/07/2014 Duración: 36minVite! Vite! C'est le World Cricket Show! On the pod this week, Adam and Tony discuss the draw at Trent Bridge. Lots of talking points and a world record last-wicket partnership, but ultimately was this a pretty dull game? How far was the pitch to blame? And should we be concerned about the state of English in general? Plus, analysis of Simon Kerrigan's return, Ben Stokes's recall, and the Anderson/Jadeja bust-up. Also this week: Adam had a great time in Disnaylond Tony continues his cricketing renaissance The World Cricket Cabinet gets a reshuffle Adam gets annoyed about the lack of DRS....again All this and more on the latest edition of the Cricket Show Du Monde, le... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Episode 225 - England v India Preview
08/07/2014 Duración: 45minWCS and chips please, love. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony look ahead to the marquee series between England and India. Can India end their winless run overseas? Can Dhnoi lay to rest the ghosts of 2011? Will England's new boys find their feet in time? And will Cook escape the hot water? In addition, there's analysis of New Zealand's historic win in the Caribbean. A first win away from home against a top 8 side since 2002 - how did they pull it off? And will Adam and Tony find a way of bringing the conversation back to Alastair Cook? Also this week: Tony enjoys some chicken chunks and chips Adam is frightened of the Eurostar Andrew Strauss puts his foot in it big time Lorraine Chase falls in love with Tony It was Adam's birthday the other day, but he doesn't really like to mention it All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - listen to it! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Episode 224 - Headingley Report
03/07/2014 Duración: 47minPoddin' all over the world. Still. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony discuss Sri Lanka's historic and dramatic win at Leeds. Did they deserve the victory? How did they pull it off? And where does this leave England? Will Cook be able to survive the heat? Plus: Tony plays cricket with the cast of Eastenders Adam and the London correspondent - rebels without a cause Thief stopped play Tony is chased by bees All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - the world's favourite, er, cricket show. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Episode 223 - Lord's Report
19/06/2014 Duración: 35minEveryone seems to know the score.... On the pod this week, Adam and Tony discuss the thrilling denouement at Lord's. Is there anything more exciting than a nine-wicket draw? A classic example of the DRS working well? And was a draw the right result? Plus, was Cook's captaincy a bit better? And is Sangakkara the best batsman in the world? Also this week: Phil Neville sends a nation to sleep Adam is too busy to go to the drive-in Tony suddenly finds he can't natter at work Adam still believes, he still believes All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - I know that was then, but it could be again. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Episode 222 - England v Sri Lanka Preview
11/06/2014 Duración: 45minIt's the World Football Cricket Show! On the pod this week, Adam and Tony look ahead to the first Test series of the English summer. Should England fans be excited about the new era? Or worried about the batting lineup? Will Sri Lanka adapt to the conditions? And do Sanga and Mahela have another big series in them? Plus, Adam selects his composite XI, and gets actually quite angry with Giles Clarke. Also this week: World Cup World Cup World Cup World Cup All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - sorry for talking about football so much. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Episode 221
06/06/2014 Duración: 47minYesitstheWorldCricketShow On the pod this week, Adam and Tony discuss a seesaw one-day series in England, and the controversial run out of Jos Buttler. Were Cook and Buttler right to be upset? Or were Sri Lanka well within their rights to do what they did? In addition, there's a look at England's squad for the first Test, and analysis of South Africa's appointment of Hashim Amla as their new Test captain. Also this week: Tony has a look at Bucknam Palace Adam visits the Other Island Tony refuses to drink the Game of Thrones Kool Aid Adam gets his summer choons on It all gets very sweary All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - we're all right, guv'nor. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.