Ricky's Recap: India level series against 'ultra-disappointing' Aussies

Cricket legend and former Australia captain Ricky Ponting breaks down day four of the second Vodafone Test match in Melbourne where India levelled the series with a comprehensive eight-wicket win.

Ricky's Recap: All-round India on the cusp of a famous win

Test legend Ricky Ponting shares his thoughts on day three of the second Vodafone Test at the MCG where India's bowlers once again proved too good for Australia, who are hanging in with a mountain to climb.

Ricky's Recap: India on top after Rahane ton, Aussie drops

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting breaks down day two of the second Vodafone Test match at the MCG where India are in a strong position following a century to their captain and poor fielding by the hosts.

Ricky's Recap: India dominate Australia on Boxing Day

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting recaps an intriguing day one of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground where India dismissed Australia for 195 after the hosts won the toss and elected to bat.

'It was like a dream': Mr Cricket reviews Adelaide, previews Boxing Day

Former Australia batter Mike Hussey joins cricket.com.au's Sam Ferris to review the incredible first Vodafone Test match from the Adelaide Oval where India were bowled out for just 36 (0:44), preview the second Test at the MCG (20:15) before finishing with a game of Play It or Leave It (38:22). 

Ricky's Recap: Ridiculous! Aussies win after India's record collapse

Test legend Ricky Ponting recaps a ridiculous third day of the first Vodafone Test in Adelaide where India were bowled out for just 36 before Australia romped to an eight-wicket win.

Ricky's Recap: India surge ahead on dramatic day two

Test legend Ricky Ponting recaps a dramatic day two of the first Vodafone Test in Adelaide where 15 wickets tumbled for only 211 runs as India took control despite a late twist.

Ricky's Recap: Aussies on top after horror Kohli run-out

Test legend Ricky Ponting recaps a captivating opening day of the first Vodafone Test match between Australia and India at the Adelaide Oval.

First #AUSvIND Test preview with Nathan Lyon

Australia's greatest off-spinner of all time Nathan Lyon joins cricket.com.au's Sam Ferris to preview the first Vodafone Test match in Adelaide, starting with a quick recap of where Lyon's career is at before discussing a handful of the key players to watch (4:22) and finishing with Lyon dishing the dirt on his Test teammates over the years (23.24)

Blockbuster BBL|10 preview with Marcus Stoinis

Reigning KFC BBL Player of the Tournament and Melbourne Stars allrounder Marcus Stoinis joins cricket.com.au's Sam Ferris to preview season 10 of the KFC BBL. Everything you need to know about the Big Bash is covered, with a breakdown of every team, the players you'd want to hit a six off the last ball or bowl a dot ball, the best fielders, pound-for-pound players and the Flex Factor of each club. 

Moises Henriques discusses his comeback, catching Kohli and really tight pants

This week Australia allrounder Moises Henriques joins cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris from inside the men's international bubble to discuss his international comeback in the second Dettol ODI against India (1:07), the brilliance of Steve Smith (9:45), living in the bubble (17:25), playing in front of crowds again (20:25), how the Australian team has changed since he last played in 2017 and the ripple effect of Cape Town (23:30), if he thought his days representing Australia were over (27:20), playing chess in the bubble (33:30) before we finish with a game of Play It or Leave It (37:05). 

#AUSvIND ODI series preview

Two of the best one-day teams in the world will battle it out over three matches in the Dettol ODI Series starting Friday, November 27 at the SCG. To preview the mouth-watering series, cricket.com.au journalists Sam Ferris and Louis Cameron look at the players to watch, key match ups, stats that matter and a few silly points. 

Adam Voges chats new BBL rules, Cameron Green and how to say his surname

Former Australia batsman and Western Australia/Perth Scorchers coach Adam Voges joins cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to to discuss how to say his surname (2:00), how the opening four rounds of the Marsh Sheffield Shield season went (2:49), what makes young guns Cameron Green and Will Pucovski so good (9:30), where Mitch Marsh and Jhye Richardson are in their injury recovery (17:40), how the Scorchers are shaping up this summer for BBL|10 (20:30), and finish by discussing the new BBL rules introduced this week (22:35)

Selection special: Five uncapped players in Aussie Test squad

Australia's selectors named a 17-man squad for the upcoming Vodafone Test series against India with five uncapped players and two exciting youngsters. Cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris brings you the talking points along with the 19-man Australia A squad to face the Indians in two three-day matches.

Adam Zampa talks Kohli, coffee and Loser Island

This week on The Unplayable Podcast, cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris chats to Australia leg-spinner Adam Zampa about his time in Indian Premier League with RCB and what Virat Kohli is really like (2:36), what he has been doing on 'Loser Island' and which Seinfeld character he relates to (8:55), his game at the international level and September's UK series (10:55), some nuffy stuff about stats and leg-spin bowling (17:25), facing India in the upcoming Dettol ODI and T20 series (21:49), his move back to NSW (23:00), what are his must-haves in a bubble and the different cafes in the Australian team (24:41), BBL|10 and the Melbourne Stars (30:20) and we finish with some extras about Cameron Green and 'Flipper' (32:15)

Watson retires, Shield review and Aussie quick Josh Hazlewood

This week cricket.com.au journalists Sam Ferris and Louis Cameron discuss the retirement of Shane Watson (00:50) before Sam chats to Australia fast bowler Josh Hazlewood from Dubai about his season with CSK (05:41), his pick for the IPL (11:14), going from bubble to bubble (14:05), preparing to take on India (17:55), young guns Will Pucovski and Cameron Green (28:50) and how he gets the dirt on his teammates without being on social media (36:10). Sam and Louis then review round three of the Marsh Sheffield Shield (37:28)

Sean Abbott chats Shield, national selection and calling himself MJ

New South Wales fast bowler Sean Abbott joins cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to discuss his brilliant start to the Marsh Sheffield Shield season (02:30), where he sits on the Australian pecking order (13:35), how he gave himself the nickname 'MJ' and how it has backfired (23:51). Cricket.com.au's Shield savant Louis Cameron then comes on to review Round 2 and preview Round 3 of the Sheffield Shield (28:00) before we finish with a quick look at the three squads India named for their upcoming tour of Australia (55:00)

Pat Cummins talks IPL, India and male modelling

Australia vice-captain and No.1 Test bowler Pat Cummins joins cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to discuss how he's enjoying the Indian Premier League (0:46), what he'd change first as Test captain (10:35), the upcoming India tour (11:22), hypothetical rule changes in Play It or Leave It (17:14), his chances of playing the BBL this summer (20:31) before finishing with a look at Pat's modelling career and his teammates who like to put on a show for the cameras (23:12).

Thrilling Sheffield Shield returns with Joe Burns

On this week's episode cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris breaks down the opening round of the Marsh Sheffield Shield with our reporter in the Adelaide hub Louis Cameron and chats to Queensland opener Joe Burns after the Bulls pulled off a last-gasp win over Tasmania. Don't forget to subscribe to 'The Scoop Cricket Podcast' for all you need to know on the women's game. 

Inside the IPL with Shane Watson + Sheffield Shield preview

Former Australia allrounder and Chennai Super Kings opener Shane Watson takes us inside the IPL bubble (1:22), talks about the technical adjustment he made that has led to brutal results (6:00), tells us the players who have him impressed him (11:00), the teams to beat (14:45), how the IPL has changed over the years (18:05) and how he's been keeping busy and mentally fresh (23:40) before cricket.com.au journalist Louis Cameron previews the upcoming Marsh Sheffield Shield season (28:30)

Remembering 'Deano' with Steve Waugh and Kane Richardson

Former Australia captain Steve Waugh and current Aussie quick Kane Richardson join cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris this week. The cricket world was rocked last week by the tragic news of Dean Jones passing away, so on this episode we hear from Waugh about his memories of 'Deano' (2:56) before Richardson talks us through quarantine life (19:51), the UK T20I tour (24:23), the must-haves for a bio-secure bubble (33:50), the IPL (37:30) , the upcoming Marsh Sheffield Shield season (40:26) and the all important SACA 'solleyball' draft (45:20).

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Mitch Starc talks UK tour, quarantine and facing India

Australia pace ace Mitch Starc is this week's special guest on The Unplayable Podcast, joining cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to discuss the UK limited-overs tour (00:35), grade the Aussie bubble cafés (22:45), explain his quarantine situation (27:50), play a game where he matches roommates for theoretical lockdown (37:16) and what to expect when India tour this summer (46:00)

Aussies win series with epic comeback, IPL preview

The Unplayable Podcast returns to its regular programming, with cricket.com.au journalists Sam Ferris and Louis Cameron reviewing Australia's mixed limited-overs tour of the UK as well as previewing the upcoming Indian Premier League, including some bonus Ricky Ponting! 

Ashes Revisited: The Oval with Peter Siddle

On the final episode of our Ashes Revisited series, former Australia fast bowler Peter Siddle chats with cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris about the fifth Test at The Oval, where England won in four days to level the series 2-2. Siddle talks about Tim Paine's decision to bowl, his untimely injury, Steve Smith, his favourite moments and more.

Ashes Revisited: Old Trafford with Tim Paine

Our Ashes Revisited series takes us to the fourth Test at Old Trafford, where Australia bounce back from the shattering loss at Headingley to crush England and retain the Ashes on English soil for the first time in 18 years. Joining cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to re-live the five days in Manchester is Australia Test captain Tim Paine, who talks about refocusing after Leeds, his tactics throughout the match, the post-match celebrations and being in awe of Steve Smith.

Ashes Revisited: Headingley pt2 with Cummins & Lyon

Australia fast bowler Pat Cummins and ace spinner Nathan Lyon join cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to re-live the final day of the unforgettable 2019 Headingley Ashes Test. Cummins and Lyon discuss the tactics, emotions and jaw-dropping moments on the final day, from the DRS miss to the fumbled run-out, Ben Stokes' incredible century and the aftermath. It's a must-listen for any cricket fan.

Ashes Revisited: Headingley pt1 with Cummins & Lyon

On episode three of a special six-part series revisiting the 2019 Ashes, Australia fast bowler Pat Cummins and spinner Nathan Lyon join cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to chat about the first three days of the third Test at Headingley, including the loss of Steve Smith to concussion, the horror first day, epic reply on day two and the tense third day which left the match hanging in the balance. Next week, Cummins and Lyon return for episode four, which covers the thrilling final day of one of the greatest Tests of all time.

Ashes Revisited: Lord's with Josh Hazlewood

On episode two of a special six-part series revisiting the 2019 Ashes, Australia fast bowler Josh Hazlewood joins cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to chat about the second Test at Lord's, his comeback into the Test team, how the dressing room reacted after Steve Smith was struck, super-sub Marnus Labuschagne and his favourite moments of the tour.

Ashes Revisited: Edgbaston with Steve Smith

The Unplayable Podcast returns with a special six-part series revisiting the 2019 Ashes. On episode one, world No.1 Test batter Steve Smith joins cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to chat about Australia's dominant win at Edgbaston, his epic twin hundreds and how he left the UK feeling unsatisfied. 

Lockdown with Alyssa Healy and Beth Mooney

On the last edition of our lockdown specials, Australia's World Cup champion opening pair of Alyssa Healy and Beth Mooney speak separately to cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris about their World Cup memories and how they're spending isolation


Rundown
Healy
00:40 - How Alyssa is handling the lockdown
03:08 - World Cup memories
06:40 - Alyssa speaks about her player-of-the-match performance in the final
08:50 - Alyssa speaks about the prospect of playing in a shortened WBBL season and how the players are feeling about the COVID-19 pandemic
13:55 - Alyssa answers a question from an "anonymous" fan


Mooney
15:09 - Beth talks about her time in isolation
16:02 - Beth's memories of the World Cup win
20:40 - The celebrations with Katy Perry
22:00 - Beth's future goals
23:40 - Beth talks about her dog Ruby and finishes by allocating a dog breed to certain teammates

Lockdown with John Hastings

Former Australia and Victoria allrounder John Hastings joins cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris and Aussie quick Kane Richardson to talk the impact of COVID-19, his career highlights before taking on a challenging quiz.


Episode rundown
00:00 – John on how the COVID-19 has impacted his life and businesses
06:00 – John on his health having retired from cricket due to illness
09:00 – John on what he's been watching and The Test documentary
11:45 – John's career highlights including his first Test and the party for Ricky Ponting's retirement
16:55 – The aura of Ricky Ponting and a classic Ponting story
19:40 – Winning his first Sheffield Shield title with Victoria
23:00 – John explains the unique culture at Victoria
29:30 – On whether John ever felt comfortable in the ODI team
32:33 – John picks the best moments of his playing career
39:15 – John shares a story about a chat with MS Dhoni
44:27 – John picks some of the best batters and bowlers he's played against
46:50 – John takes on a quiz about his own career with mixed results

Lockdown with Mike Hussey

This week's episode features champion batter Mike 'Mr Cricket' Hussey, who speaks to cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris and fast bowler Kane Richardson about how he's spending his time in isolation, his wonderful career, greatest opponents and takes on the quiz.


Episode rundown
00:00 – How Kane and Mike have been spending isolation
02:10 – Mike explains how he is conducting the review at South Australia
08:30 – Mike goes over his career, starting with having to wait for his international debut
12:00 – Mike's reflections of Amazing Adelaide and the aftermath in the changerooms
14:35 – What it was like facing McGrath, Warne, Lee, Johnson in the nets
17:22 – Mike re-lives his incredible hundred batting with Glenn McGrath in the Boxing Day Test
20:00 – Mike on when he was at the peak of his powers
22:45 – Mike picks his 'Best of Enemies' XI
30:35 – Mike takes on a quiz about his own career

Lockdown with Shane Watson

On this week's episode, cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris chats to former Australia allrounder Shane Watson.


Episode rundown:
00:00 – Shane explains what he's been up to in isolation
02:40 – Shane talks about his new venture, T20Stars.com and his unreal podcast chat with Sir Vivian Richards
14:30 – Shane's advice for aspiring T20 stars
16:45 – Shane puts his hat on as ACA president and provides an update from the players' perspective on how they're handling the coronavirus pandemic
19:45 – We go into Shane's playing career, starting with his debut as a 20-year-old in 2002
27:50 – Shane on the best captains he's played under
28:50 – Shane opens up on his emotional first IPL season
31:50 – Shane speaks about the peak of his career
36:45 – Shane re-lives the tumultuous 2013 India tour
40:10 – Shane on the 2013-14 Ashes clean sweep
42:40 – Shane reveals the most cherished moment of his career
44:00 – Shane's redemption hundred in the 2018 IPL final
48:00 – Shane picks a squad of the best players he's played against in Test cricket
51:55 – Shane nominates the players he wished he's played against
53:10 – Shane takes on a quiz all about his own career

Lockdown with Peter Siddle

On this week's episode, Sam Ferris and Kane Richardson chat to former Australia fast bowler Peter Siddle in isolation.


Episode rundown:
00:00 - How Pete has been keeping busy in isolation
08:30 - Pete addresses his playing future
12:30 - Pete's thoughts on 'The Test' doco
15:00 - Pete reflects on his career highlights
35:20 - Pete picks his best Test XI from opposition players
49:00 - Pete tries to beat his own quiz score from last Ashes series

Kane Richardson and the coronavirus

On the season finale of the Unplayable Podcast, cricket.com.au reporter Sam Ferris chats with Australia fast bowler Kane Richardson about his coronavirus scare, what it was like in quarantine and how the summer panned out for the Aussies.

Go inside Australia's cricket doco, 'The Test'

Cricket.com.au's Sam Ferris and Callum Kanoniuk discuss Australia's epic ICC Women's T20 World Cup win before chatting to Andre 'The Doc' Mauger, who has travelled with the Australian Men's Cricket Team for the past 18 months filming for The Test, Amazon Prime's new cricket documentary which launches this week.

Australia brace for World Cup semi-final without Perry

The ICC Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals are upon us! To preview Australia's semi-final clash, cricket.com.au women's editor Laura Jolly chats to Sam Ferris about the tournament-ending injury to Ellyse Perry, who might replace her, the Wolf, and the big names of the final four teams.

Aussies stay alive, Trump has a shocker

Former Australia captain Lisa Sthalekar and cricket.com.au reporter Sam Ferris review Australia's shaky start to the ICC Women's T20 World Cup after hearing the US president play and miss in India

Women's T20 World Cup preview

Former World Cup champion Mel Jones joins cricket.com.au reporter Sam Ferris to preview the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, pick a winner, players to watch and a record to be broken

Aus Cricket Awards, BBL wrap, Shield returns

On this week's episode, cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris is joined by Sydney Sixers skipper and NSW allrounder Moises Henriques to recap the Australian Cricket Awards, wrap up the KFC BBL season and look ahead to the second half of the Marsh Sheffield Shield competition.

Aussies name bolter for SA tour, BBL finals w/ Hazlewood

On this week's episode Australia and Sydney Sixers fast bowler Josh Hazlewood chats to cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris about the Stars v Thunder BBL Challenger Final and the Grand Final at the SCG, but not before Australia's selectors named the T20 and ODI squads for the tour of South Africa.

Starc's India stories + Hussey's BBL Finals preview

On this week's episode cricket.com.au reporter Sam Ferris chats to Australia fast bowler Mitch Starc about his recent trip to India and look ahead to what's coming up in 2020. We then hear from champions batter Mike Hussey to preview the KFC BBL Finals and chat about the Big Appeal charity match for bushfire relief.

George Bailey, This Is Your Life

On this special episode of the Unplayable Podcast, cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris goes through the career of a former Australia captain, undefeated Test cricketer, World Cup winner, self-proclaimed whitewash wizard, ambidextrous thrower, unorthodox batter, natural redhead and soon to be national selector, George Bailey. The Unplayable Podcast is brought to you by Mastercard.

Aussies annihilate India + BBL report card

On this week's episode, Sydney Sixers spinner Steve O'Keefe joins cricket.com.au reporter Sam Ferris to review the first ODI between Australia and India, the KFC BBL debut of AB de Villiers and take a quick-fire look at how each Big Bash club is going this season. The Unplayable Podcast is brought to you by Mastercard.

Test summer awards w/ the GOAT

For the final time this summer, Australia off-spinner Nathan Lyon joins cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to review the third Domain Test at the SCG, wrap up the entire Test summer and give out some awards

New Year's resolutions w/ Nathan Lyon

Australia's greatest Test off-spinner Nathan Lyon joins cricket.com.au journalist Sam Ferris to preview the third Domain Test at the SCG, talk New Year's resolutions and break down the wicket of Henry Nicholls at the MCG