World Cricket Show

Reach for the skies.... On the pod this week, Adam and Tony reflect on the carnage at the Gabba. Where did the Aussies produce that performance from? Is this the real Mitchell Johnson? Plus, where do England go from here? Can they dust themselves off, and sort out their struggling batting unit? In addition, they reflect on the sad news about Jonathan Trott, and disagree about whether David Warner was out of order, and whether Clarke and Anderson crossed the line with their sledging. Also this week: Adam missed most of the cricket because he was doing domestic chores Every day is Tony's special day Ashes Breakfast can be hard to follow Tony reveals which character he's going to be dressing up as in the Christmas parade All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - get better England, for goodness sake.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Colds ain't gonna bring us down. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony deliver characteristically razor-sharp analysis of Australia's Ashes chances. There's a surprisingly optimistic feeling around the side - are the Aussies right to be so confident? Are they a better side than they were 6 months ago? And crucially, which Mitchell Johnson will turn up? Plus, Adam does everyone a favour and picks a composite XI, and Mystic Meg, aka Tony, gives his scoreline prediction for the series. Also this week: Tony's got a cold Adam's got a cold Mr Tendulkar finally clears off, in front of the Hairy Bikers and Jason Orange Adam plays one of his five annual games of tennis Tony swears in front of some children All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - snuggle up under the duna and give it a listen.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

ASHES ASHES ASHES IT'S THE ASHES AGAIN On the pod this week, with only somewhere between 6 and 15 days to go before the Ashes, Adam and Tony kick off their preview in earnest with full analysis of England's chances. After winning by such a comfortable margin in the summer, are they big favourites for this series too? Or are there serious concerns over the injury list and the strength of the batting? In addition, there's a look ahead to Mr Tendulkar's final Test match. Has he saved something special for Mumbai? And has there ever been a series where the actual cricket has mattered as little as this? Also this week: Adam's bought all the Rice Krispies he needs for the winter Tony's got a new book out Everybody cries buckets of tears over the John Lewis Christmas ad Tony stitches Adam up in a Chinese restaurant (#brillgate) All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - otherwise known as Test Match...  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We did it! On a very special 200th Episode Special, Adam and Tony reflect in arguably self-indulgent fashion on where they came from, where they are, and where they're going. There are answers to literally every question you've ever wanted to ask, plus plenty you didn't. Including - how much of Episode 1 does Tony remember? What does Adam do for a living? And does Tony use the show to impress girls? In addition, both hosts select their post-Atherton World XIs and discuss the reasons they failed to make it as professional cricketers, and there's even time for some actual cricket discussion, with a look at England's warm-up matches in Australia. Also this week: Adam finds himself fstarstruck in London Tony doesn't like pigeons The conversation gets pretty deep at times The whole thing's recorded LIVE All this and more on the 200th episode blowout - God save the World Cricket Show.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Run for your lives! The World Cricket Show's coming to get you! On this terrifying Halloween Special, Adam and Tony reflect on a seesaw Test series in the UAE. Has there ever been a more unpredictable team than Pakistan? Did South Africa start off undercooked? Is Imran Tahir back for good? And will Pakistan ever find any good new batsmen? In addition, there's analysis of the ball tampering row. Heinous crime, or just a bit of Faffing around? Also this week: Tony is bad at Halloween Adam can't get his head around Morrissey Mr Tendulkar will be hard to replace Tony manages to offend virtually everybody The 200th episode careers into view, and there are still no plans for it All this and more on the 2013 Halloween Special - there's more to life than cricket you know, but not much more.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

There's always thyme for a World Cricket Show. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony reflect on the career of Sachin Tendulkar - you may not have heard about this, but he's decided to retire. Which of his endless records will be his major legacy? Where does he rank among the all-time greats? And just how big of a hole will he leave behind in the game of cricket? Also this week: Adam absolutely kills it on Facebook with some jokes about thyme Ricky Ponting was wasting his time playing cricket Tony's constant bungling causes serious problems for the show finale Adam worries that his SNES might explode Tony is becoming dangerously obsessed with Grand Theft Auto All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - you can always make thyme.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Get out of the way, the World Cricket Show's coming through. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony look ahead to the looming Test series between Pakistan and South Africa in the UAE. After a demoralising whitewash in South Africa, can Pakistan get some revenge in more familiar conditions? Will Saeed Ajmal do to the Proteas what he did to England? Or will Steyn and co simply be too strong? In addition, Afghanistan get to the World Cup and Steve Harmison retires, and Adam and Tony have a good old natter about it all. Also this week: Adam loses the plot in the accent department, in a big way The triumphant return of the body boarding anecdotes Afghanistan's win gives Russell Howard plenty to get his teeth into Tony's been having lots of good clean fun on GTA V As far as video games are concerned, Adam still thinks it's 1998 All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - just because we use...  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Guess who's back!? On a triumphant comeback pod, Adam and Tony discuss England's squad for the forthcoming Ashes tour. Is height everything? Should Boyd Rankin really be playing for England? And why were Onions and Compton left out? In addition, there are some tremendous Sidenotes involving a crocodile under the bed, and Nathan Bracken's attempt to hit the political world for six. Also this week: Tony almost got everybody murdered in New York Adam gets scammed out of $10 Glib comments about the break-up of Shane Warne's serious relationship Reasons why baseball is inferior to cricket Adam is mentally weak at mini golf (and everything else, come to that) All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - what a Shane.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

ASHES ASHES ASHES, the Ashes are over On the pod this week, Adam and Tony reflect on the conclusion to the 2013 Ashes at the Oval. A peculiar Test ended in almost-thrilling but ultimately farcical circumstances - were the umpires wrong to bring the players off for the light? Who's this lad Shane Watson, and where has he been? And what was going on with England's team selection? Plus, there's a look back at the whole series. Is 3-0 a fair scoreline, or will Australia feel hard done by? Who's got the momentum ahead of the return series? And who's won a coveted place in Adam's composite XI? Also this week: Tony manages to annoy Adam in numerous ways over the bank holiday weekend The summer comes to an end in more ways than one Tim Bresnan really ought to be careful Adam hits a six. No really. All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - find out more at facebook.com/cricketshow  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's time to play the music, it's time to light the lights. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony reflect on England's dramatic, Ashes-sealing win at Chester-Le-Street. Has Stuart Broad ever bowled better? Has Ian Bell ever batted better? And does the win lay to rest any doubts about whether England have truly earned the urn? Despite being 3-0 up, there are still concerns. What's going on with the top order batting? Who is England's number 3, and what has he done with Jonathan Trott? And in the final analysis, was the decision to promote Joe Root a mistake? Also this week: Tony's got a beard Adam single-handedly steers Cobo Legends away from relegation Shikar Dhawan and Laura Marsh play contrasting innings Everyone goes bonkers for the Perseids Test cricket is exciting, and if you don't agree you can *beep* off All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - Tell. Your. Friends.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Raindrops keep falling on our heads. Or something. On the pod this week, Adam and Captain Banter reflect on the Old Trafford Test, where England retained the Ashes in the most thrilling style imaginable. Australia's comeback was thwarted by the weather - but could they have done anything more to force the win? England were outplayed - should they be worried? And what does Australia's impressive performance mean for the rest of the series? Everyone's still talking about DRS. Are there problems with Hot Spot? Or is it all just a case of bad umpiring? And would bringing in non-neutral umpires solve that problem? Also this week: Tony finds a pizza that changes everything Adam's brain can't come up with anything topical Sympathy for Botham Tony really shouldn't have kids All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - your one-stop shop for bantering around.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

ASHES ASHES ASHES ROYAL BABY ASHES On the pod this week, Adam and Tony reflect on England's thumping win at Lord's. Where do Australia go from here? What do they do about their batting? Does Michael Clarke need to bat higher? And is there anyone they can SOS? England are 2-0 up without even playing their best cricket - does that mean #problems for Australia when they do get it together? Is Tim Bresnan back to his best? And why was anyone worried about Joe Root at the top of the order? Also this week: Britain's had a baby The coverage of the birth is ruining Tony's week Expert analysis of the baby's name Tales from sheep racing Adam and Tony both realise they're awful people All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - Ian Botham's favourite podcast.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Do the walk, do the walk of life. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony reflect on a sensational Test match at Trent Bridge. Where does this rank on the list of all-time Ashes contests? Did the best team win? And how will the result affect the shape of the series? Plus, where did this Ashton Agar kid come from? Has Jimmy Anderson ever bowled better? And should Stuart Broad have walked? Also this week: It's nice weather, and Tony's literally never been happier The sun and the Ashes are making Adam behave like a child Nasser Hussain cares about all the wrong things Tony's not a fan of the Bayfield Impressions Corner All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - buy a T-shirt at www.cricketshow.net  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

All over it like a towel on a sunbed. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony conclude their award-winning two-part Ashes preview with a thorough rundown of England's prospects. Is the Compton/Root switch a sensible move, or a bit of a gamble? Will Pietersen boss the series? Will Anderson and Swann be too strong for the Aussies? And are England really the overwhelming favourites that everyone's assuming? In addition, Guernsey captain Jamie Nussbaumer talks on the phone about the ICC European Division One Championships in Sussex. Having beaten Norway, are Guernsey firmly on the road to Bangladesh? Also this week: Tony has a long list of demands when asking people to buy him food Apparently a British player won Wimbledon Adam dusts off some Phantom Menace impressions Ashes Ashes Ashes Ashes Tony's Australian accent might need some work All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - it's the...  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aw look, it's the World Cricket Show. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony provide a comprehensive rundown of Australia's Ashes chances. Among the questions they get their award-winning teeth into - is Darren Lehmann the silver bullet the Aussies needed? Does the new opening combination make sense? Is there any way they can win the series without Michael Clarke making runs? And could Nathan Lyon surprise England? Plus, will Fawad Ahmed get a game? And if so, what will that mean for cricket's nationality debate? Also this week: Adam's been laid up for days with a crippling case of Ashes Fever Tony's not a fan of the Sky Sports Ashes trailer Joe Root's from Yorkshire, and therefore a tough nut A curious case of Adam actually taking wickets Tony pledges to fight a parking ticket that he claims was unfair - Adam disagrees All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - want Ashes? This is the...  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're up all night to get a wicket. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony reflect on the dramatic conclusion to the Champions Trophy. Did England choke? How satisfied can they be with their tournament overall? And are India worthy winners? In addition, there's analysis of Australia's startling decision to sack their coach on the eve of the Ashes. What could be behind the move? Is Mickey Arthur a fall guy? And is Darren Lehmann really an improvement? Also this week: A listener needs help with his batting, so naturally he comes to the WCS hosts for advice Adam is so upset by England's defeat that he can't even learn anything about continents Tony refuses to admit that Get Lucky is the song of the summer The fantasy league's over, but Tony doesn't really want to talk about it for some reason All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - buy a T-shirt at www.cricketshow.net  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Have you had enouuuuugh? On the pod this week, Adam and Tony continue their award-winning coverage of the Champions Trophy, looking back on the group stage and looking ahead to the semi-finals. Can anyone stop India? Are England in with a shout? Or will rain have the final say? Also this week: Lots more chat about famous people we look like The fantasy league heads for a thrilling climax Adam did not enjoy Man of Steel Allan Border pledges to give Ian Botham a piggyback Tony disappeared for a few days, but Adam's figured out why All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - buy a T-shirt at www.cricketshow.net  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Banter about with the World Cricket Show. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony get stuck in to the first week of action in the Champions Trophy. England crushed Australia, but still copped some criticism for batting too slowly - unfair? Or could the lack of flexibility be a problem down the road? Plus, India look strong, Pakistan crash out, and New Zealand pip Sri Lanka in an absolute thriller, which Adam managed to miss because he was on the Harry Potter studio tour. Also this week: Galifinakis cancels again The fantasy league is driving Adam mad Social media, and other buzz words A deep-voiced 15-year-old breaks a longstanding county record Tony continues to draw unflattering comparisons between Adam and various Tory cabinet ministers All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - buy a freaking T-shirt at www.cricketshow.net  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Up all night to get cricket. On the pod this week, Adam and Tony deliver a comprehensive preview of the Champions Trophy. First off, England. Have the defeats to New Zealand set fire to all their best-laid plans? Or are they still amongst the favourites? Plus, analysis of every other team. After their World T20 success, are West Indies the team to beat? Will Sri Lanka be there or thereabouts again? Are Australia outsiders? And could India be described as dark horses? Also this week: Tony Curr's review of Paris Adam learns some basics about comedy Cobo Legends can't get out of first gear Tony refuses to get off the fence Adam comes to the cheerful realisation that his life has gone nowhere All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - buy a T-shirt at www.cricketshow.net  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

J'aime le World Cricket Show (moi non plus) On the pod this week, with Tony off stuffing his face with baguettes and croissants in Paris, Adam soldiers desperately on without him to deliver full analysis of the Headingley Test. Were England wrong not to enforce the follow-on? Or does the result vindicate the decision? And should most commentators therefore be ashamed of themselves? Plus, will Graeme Swann's form be giving the Aussies nightmares? And will Nick Compton cling on until Trent Bridge? Also this week: Tony manages to join the fun via a crackly French phone line Adam is going increasingly mad recording on his own Marisa Tomei may or may not be joining the WCS staff full-time The truth is out there, and other original catchphrases All this and more on the latest edition of the World Cricket Show - buy a T-shirt at www.cricketshow.net  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.