The Howie Games host and IPL commentator Mark "Howie" Howard joins Adam Peacock live from Kolkata for a very special Willow Talk. 

Howie takes us behind the scenes as to what it has been like in India for his three weeks commentating the Indian Premier League. 

From casual cricket games with the locals, a bamboozling nets session, sharing a gym with Virat Kohli, the billion dollar cricket industry that is the IPL, the big names, dinner with Finchy and life in India itself. 

Check out Howie's Podcast here, including his top-line cricket guests including Harsha Bhogle, Aaron Finch, Pat Cummins and more. 

The team dissect the Aussie Summer schedule - and it's different from what we are used to. What will a Day Night Test at the Gabba look like? And how much will we miss it in Adelaide? (6:00) Plus, Hads' take on the New Years Test being at risk of leaving Sydney. (Hint* The response is STRONG) (8:30). 

All the headlines out of England, including Joffra Archer out of the Ashes (12:00). The big Bairstow decision which could backfire on the Poms (14:00). And there is no way in the world that Ben Stokes doesn't bowl (18:00).

The boys analyse Steve Smith versus journo Daniel Cherney on Twitter (19:00). Who gets the points?

Hads meets the Dalai Lama (29:00) and the most picturesque ground in the world (31:00).

And is the landscape changing with franchise cricket? (33:30)

Hads meets the Dalai Lama, Joffra Archer out of the Ashes and all the fallout from the Aussie Summer Schedule

Willow Talk and The Howie Games - The insights of commentating the IPL with Mark Howard

The number two Test batsmen in the world, Steve Smith, will play three games of County Cricket for Sussex in the lead up to the Ashes, and the English media has cracked it (3:30). But, what does it really mean for his Ashes preparation? (8:20).

Plus, all the fiery recollections from Brad Haddins first Ashes Test Match in Cardiff in 2009 (13:30), including some slow play tactics from the Poms. 

Hads' latest India Diary entry (18:30) as we head into the business end of the Indian Premier League. Including an Aussie update (21:00). 

King Kohli V Gambhir. We go through the history, and their latest on field run in which saw them both fined 100% of their match fee (25:30). And does he need to change? (26:30)

As well as the best bust up Hads has ever seen (27:30).

And... Marnus has taken up off spin (28:00).

Steve Smith making waves in England already, King Kohli's blow up and all the latest from the IPL

Mr Cricket joins Adam Peacock live from India. The Chennai Super Kings sit atop the IPL table, and we are putting it down to the batting coach, Mike Hussey (1:29).

How long does MS Dhoni have left? (1:55)

Mr Cricket analyses The Australian squad and the selectors strategy as Australia get set to retain the Ashes in England (7:20) and why David Warner deserves first crack in India (10:30), including what Ben Stokes thinks of the Aussie opener. 

The England skippers impact on his new environment in India (13:00).

Ashes story time as we start our library of tales around one of the most famous rivalries in the world of sport (17:20).

And when Justin Langer 'met' Justin Langer (20:40)

BBL players big pay day... and what it means for our Australian representatives (23:30).

Mike Hussey on the Chennai Super Kings, MS Dhoni, Ben Stokes, The Ashes and more

Brad Haddin and Adam Peacock have an emergency get together to chat through the Aussie extended squad which has been announced ahead of the Ashes. 

The boys go through the strategy, the ins, the outs, the back-ups, the hard luck stories and more. 

Find out why Michael Nesar's best opportunity to play a Test Match is to not be in the squad (1:20).

And will David Warner get first crack at the top of the order? (4:00) And Alex Carey's role behind the stumps (4:50).

The blow for Lance Morris (8:00). Plus, why the English are already looking at things that don't exist after trying to say the Aussies are already vulnerable (9:20).

SPECIAL: The Theatre Begins - Australia's Ashes Squad Announcement

Join Brad Haddin and Adam Peacock for all your cricket stories and cricket news from around the world, starting with Hads' latest diary entry from India (2:27), which includes jagerbombs and dancing on tables (5:50).

We discuss Sachin Tendulkar's son's IPL debut (14:00), the loss of Rishad Pant for the Delhi Devils (22:30) and have full Aussie updates on Cam Green, Glenn Maxwell, Matt Short, Riley Meredith and Marcus Stoinis (17:00).

Plus, the richest cricket league in the world is gaining serious legs and could change the game of cricket forever (23:20), the who and the why aroundCricket Australia Contracts, the Wisden Players of the Year (32:50).

It's all there to give you some insights, updates and laughs. 

Hads' IPL diaries continued, Aussies in action, Sachin's son and the richest league in the world

The Indian Premier League is going off again (4:00), and Brad Haddin is on the ground to tell us about the energy this tournament is creating once again (6:00). 

We step through all of his tips and tricks for travelling India (3:00) and get a full update on the Aussie's in India, including Nathan Ellis' impressive IPL performances (14:00) David Warner, Marcus Stoinis and Glenn Maxwell. 

And, we ask Hads just how big is Viral Kohli in India (9:30)? and detail Shikhar Dhawan's private security team. 

Plus, the life changing knock from Rinku Singh, who smacked a match winning five sixes in a row (18:00), and as always, we are keeping an eye towards the Ashes (23:00).

Brad Haddin's travel diary from the Indian Premier League and Rinku Singh

It's a wide ranging cricket conversation for all involved.

We step through how Howie has navigated the opportunity to go and commentate the IPL (11:55). In Hads' absence, the guys go through his schedule and who he will be commentating with (14:20) and what it takes to call the cricket in a new environment (16:00). Plus, what Howie learnt from calling the World Cup (19:00).

Adam and Howie discuss the future of T20 cricket around the world (22:00) and what it could mean for International cricket. 

Plus, Howie drops a big name. Greg "The Great White Shark" Norman. Find out why. (25:00). 

The boys debate the pros and cons of Australian players going to play in County Cricket in the lead up to the Ashes (29:00).

For those following Howie's work on the Howie Games, take a listen to some of the cricket podcasts mentioned... 

a) Howie Games - Episode 65 - Ellyse Healy 

b) Howie Games - Artist Series 3 - Kevin Parker

c) Howie Games - Episode 6 - Jack Jones

d) Howie Games - Episode 173 - Pat Cummins

How Howie landed a dream gig to commentate in the IPL

Brad Haddin joins us live from India to take us deep inside the16th instalment of the Indian Premier League - the preeminent T20 competition in the world. The boys chat through the 'Justin Bieber' like atmosphere in the early days, and discuss the hype around the homecoming after 3-years of the covid impacted competition.

And... what did Callum Ferguson do with his IPL money?

We discuss Western Australia's domestic domination after another Shield victory. Has Cam Bancroft done enough to get himself into the Ashes squad? Plus, the enormity of this cricket off season, and what players do now.

Risers and fallers and the best of the rest from the world of cricket, including a deeper analysis into 'that' cryptic Steve Smith Twitter announcement. 

In India for the IPL, Cam Bancroft's Ashes hopes and Steve Smith is safe

These are cricket stories that you simply have to hear as we re-dice history with Adam Gilchrist.

Gilly lets rip on the ins and outs of the inaugural IPL (25:30) and goes into detail about his Indian Premier League championship with the Deccan Chargers which includes an ice bath with coach Darren "Boof" Lehmann (33:00).

We wrap Australia's One-Day International series win over India (2:00) and how much the ODI format still means for the players. Adam Gilchrist gives his take on David Warner's return and how hard it is to move into other positions (12:20).

Plus, we get an insight into what is making Western Australia so powerful (17:30), including a rare insight into the coach Adam Voges and his commitment to team building (18:30).

Adam Gilchrist on the Aussies, the Indians, WA, the World Cup and the IPL

The Aussies are breathing fire in India, and Brad Haddin and Adam Peacock have all the details! We run through the powerful performance from Mitch Starc and Mitch Marsh (4:00), and not to mention Steve Smith's horizontal catch (5:00).

Plus the hardest hitters of ALL time (7:10).

We detail the first of many encounters as the war of words begins ahead of the Ashes… and Hads has Ollie Robinson in the gun early (18:15)

Where too for New South Wales after a winless Shield season? (29:00)

From keeper to keeper, Brad Haddin pays tribute to Tim Paine as his domestic career comes to a quiet close (22:00).

And a word from Cam Smith – the golfer! (32:00) 

Mitch Starc and Mitch Marsh destroy India and the war of words ahead of the Ashes beings

In Brad Haddin's absence, Greg Blewett steps up to the plate. He has the final say of the Test Match Series in India (2:00), and doesn't miss another opportunity to clip the selectors for not playing Travis Head in the first Test. 

We preview the One-Day Internationals between Australia and India (4:30), and discuss the importance of the three match series ahead of the World Cup in India at the end of the year.

Glenn Maxwell's return, Adam Zampa and Ashton Agar (6:30).

And we find out what it was really like when Australia took on Australia A in the glory days (16:30).

Plus, one of Blewey's unlikely ex-team mates making bank (8:30).

One-Day Internationals, World Cup dress rehearsals in India and the glory days

Callum Ferguson and Morne Morkel sit down with Adam Peacock to chat the world of cricket and share some stories a long the way. 

Virat Kohli sticks to his process and hits his first Test century in 1,205 days (3:30) which leads us to the top three players to NEVER give lip to (4:45).

South Australia will never forgive the Australian selectors for dropping Travis Head for from the first Test in India (10:30) as the guys go on to declare the best Aussie performers in India (11:20).

The lads go through the best players to tour with in history (19:10).

And we go around the world with another epic finish in New Zealand (25:00) and dissect one of the wildest injuries ever (31:10).

Remember to follow us on TikTok and Instagram - @WillowTalk_Podcast and if you want to get involved, send us a question or a voice memo on Instagram and we’ll start to involve you in the show.   

King Kohli's drought breaking century as the Border-Gavaskar Trophy comes to an end!

A monster preview of the fourth Test Match between Australia and India with Brad Haddin, Morne Morkel and Adam Peacock. 

The wonderful history of the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, including an address from Donald Trump (1:44). We step through the intrigue around the pitch (5:00), and the keys for Australia as they attempt to draw the Series (8:10).

The crew discuss how to handle the raucous Indian crowds, including the day Brad Haddin was hit with an apple (11:16) and the most phenomenal stat that you don't know about Nathan Lyon (16:30). 

Brad Haddin previews the Marsh Cup in 60-seconds (24:00), and we talk the winning mentality at Western Australia.  

Aussie watch in the Women's Premier League with Meg Lanning V Alyssa Healy (27:30). 

And the tips that will take your cricket team to the promised land this weekend.

Donald Trump, Anthony Albanese and Apples in the Back - The Fourth Test Preview with it all!

A full debrief of Australia's historic win in India (3:30), including the nervous run chase (7:00), Nathan Lyon's outstanding record against India (9:44) and Steve Smith the stand in captain (11:11). 

Issy Westbury joins the lads from the UK to discuss Englands thrilling and historic one-run loss to England (17:00). Plus, Baz ball taking the world by storm and a look ahead to what we can expect from England in the Ashes (22:00).

Brad Haddin's scathing review of the state of play at New South Wales cricket (30:00). 

Plus, we go around the world as the Women's Indian Premier League gets underway. 

Even the Raiders get a look in. 

Enjoy! AND,follow us on TikTok and Instagram - @WillowTalk_Podcast

Test Cricket is back on the map! Australia's big win, and England's thrilling loss

Remembering the King, Shane Keith Warne. 

A very special edition of Willow Talk, in celebration of Shane Warne.

Adam Peacock and Brad Haddin remember the tragic news from one year ago, and step through his biggest and best moments, and celebrate what made him, The King.

Never Forgotten - Celebrating Shane Warne One Year On

Australian cricket royalty joins Adam Peacock and Brad Haddin.

The relentless Aussie women are champions of the world... AGAIN (1:56), our Willow Talk crew step through the ins and the outs of the T20 World Cup Final, and Huss reminisces about a pre-game address from MS Dhoni (12:00).

A full preview of Australia V India in the Third Test from Indore (15:05), including selection, captaincy, the venue and a left-field debutant suggestion. 

The unique Indian experience and how to best spend your time away from the game on tour, including when Huss was swamped in India and had to bolt out of a shopping centre (28:45).

The World Test Championship update (34:00), Baz-ball fad continues to rage, but perhaps it isn't for everyone (36:20).

And, Brad Haddin puts his hand up to take over the Spain national cricket team. 

Mr Cricket, T20 World Champions and Australia get set for redemption in Indore

Insightful, entertaining and well-researched. Steve O'Keefe brings his a-game to Willow Talk. The former Aussie Test spinner, turned spin doctor, student of the game (aka Cricket nuffy) and story teller dives deep into the spinning situation in the sub continent. Including Ashton Agar being out of luck and out of favour and sent home to Australia mid way through the Test series (2:10).

Brad Haddin takes us inside the world of a selectors meeting on tour and the real influence of the captain (13:00). 

The biggest batsmen blow ups of all time is seriously unmissable listening! (15:50)

Your question (23:40).

Plus, the number one Test bowler in the world and the frightening signs for the Aussies (26:30). 

And why on earth does Hadds want to face off with Dale Steyn again? (30:00).

The Indian Spin Doctor Steve O'Keefe plus Brad Haddin wants to face Dale Steyn again!

The Australian captain has departed India and will return home due to personal reasons in between Test Matches. The journalist who broke the story, Ben Horne, joins Brad Haddin and Adam Peacock to discuss the sensitive story (1:45) and also helps wrap up the disastrous performance in Delhi.

We go through the "where were you moment when Australia lost 9 for 52 in 19.1 overs in 90 minutes" (3:50).

Plus a deep dive into Australia’s questionable preparation ahead of the Indian tour (5:00) as winning in India gets further away from the travelling Aussies.

The interactions from our valued listeners ramp up (24:10).

And the Australian women continue to step up on the world stage, advancing through to the T20 World Cup Semi-Final.. but there are some critical injury concerns (31:00).

And England in frighteningly good form with their first Test Match win in New Zealand in 15 years (36:50).

Pat Cummins returning home and Australia's 90-minute nightmare in Delhi

It's going to be low and slow and the wicket is going to turn (8:15)... sit back and enjoy a full (and fun) preview of the second Test Match between India and Australia.

Delhi awaits - and be careful of what you eat and drink (9:00) - and should Australia expect wholesale team changes? Brad Haddin and Adam Peacock name their expected teams, with some bold calls (27:50).

Congratulations Cheteshwar Pujara's - a true champion of the game. His powers of concentration could be the best the world has ever seen, so it is no wonder he celebrates his 100th Test Match cap against Australia (24:00).

And our Australian Women World Champions start to get recognised for their international domination with life changing contracts in the Women's Premier League (18:50).

And your questions (15:00). Keep sending them in on Instagram to @WillowTalk_podcast

Delhi and Cheteshwar Pujara await Australia... plus life changing IPL auctions

South Australian heavyweight Greg Blewett joins Brad Haddin and Adam Peacock to review the Indian cricket teams demolition of Australia in Nagpur, India. 

The crew discuss the controversial omission of Travis Head from the starting XI (3:14) - and how Hadds saw it coming.

Some famous team selection dramas, including a big blow up from Warnie when Stuart MacGill was selected ahead of him (10:10).

Plus, the best way to break the ice in a cricket change room and who was best at it - win, lose or draw (15:30).

A special guest calls in (24:00).

The Aussie Women's powerful start in the T20 World Cup, and what it means for the rest of the competition (28:50).

A Sheffield Shield wrap, and plenty of fun along the way. 

The Travis Head episode and how India crushed Australia in Nagpur

Brad Haddin has really opened up his story book today, telling Adam Peacock about getting the last laugh on a match-fixer that wouldn't take no for an answer.

The boys start with a detailed look at the First Test in Nagpur - pitch doctoring, spinning options, the Cameron Green replacement and plenty more (5:57).

We go down memory lane with Pat Cummins' comeback Test match in 2017 (13:05) before Hadds explains how to break Virat Kohli's concentration (18:01), and why you need to take your chances when they're available!

How to spot and catch a match-fixer? Hadds explains how he helped catch someone that approached him at a London hotel (27:16).

In the wake of LeBron James latest achievement the boys discuss which current players could possibly catch Sachin Tendulkar as the all-time leading Test run scorer (29:00).

And we finish with a young Brad Haddin on tour in the under 19s, with the legendary AB as coach, and a story to match the legend.

How to catch a Match-Fixer, Cracking Kohli & Hadds on Tour with AB

Brad Haddin and Adam Peacock get to know a bit more about Aussie Captain Pat Cummins and Hadds makes a startling admission!

Before we get to that, the boys dissect some key injuries for India and Australia heading into the First Test (5:05), plus who the Aussies will target in Nagpur (13:50).

The Big Bash final comes under the microscope and we get a great yarn from Hadds about his worst dropped catch for Australia (16:25) before we find out how much we really know about the current Aussie skipper (26:05).

We have a bit of a Ricky Ponting love-in and Hadds reveals just how much in-demand he was inside the Aussie dressing rooms (32:50), plus our risers and fallers and a whole lot more.

Cummins Can't make Friends with Salad, Targeting Sharma & Punter's Prowess

Jason Gillespie is the latest former Test star to join Hadds and Adam Peacock and he comes out of the gate hard with an aggressive sledge on former teammate Glenn McGrath!

The Pigeon bashing didn't stop there, but Dizzy does take a moment to reflect on the great Australian sides he played on (3:30) including the tactics that delivered success for the first and only time in India, back in 2004.

Inspired by Usman Khawaja, Brad Haddin recalls a time when his visa wasn't in order (10:30), before Dizzy resumes the McGrath takedown and then verifies verbally torturing a young Hadds out in the middle. 

The boys go hard at officials & Cricket Australia over those stump-mic fines (15:32), Gillespie takes credit for Chris Lynn's resurgence and then a surprise guest inspires one of the best stories we've ever heard (22:48). Spoiler Alert: It involves a zinger from Glenn McGrath! 

We've got evidence Shane Warne had a darker side (26:53), a Jofra Archer report card from South Africa (39:22), and Hadds shocks us all by defending the Proteas for sacking one of their best women players because she was too slow in a 2km time trial.

McGrath shock humour, Dizzy reveals Warnie's dark side & Jofra's back!

Join Adam Peacock and Brad Haddin as they welcome Bharat Sundaresan to the podcast before he jets off to join the Australian cricket team's tour of India.

In this episode, they delve into Australia's spinners camp, begin the hunt for who will take it to Virat Kohli, what it was like taking on Brian Lara... and how Bharat caught the attention of the Indian police. 

Spinner's camp, the side-effects of taunting Brian Lara and ... condom smuggling!

Brad Haddin joins Adam Peacock to discuss ICC snubs, private ownership taking over T20 cricket and a bizarre injury taking off your pants.

The boys start with the implications of big money individuals coming into cricket (3:50) and where you'd want to start an American franchise.

Hadds then shocks everyone with his thoughts on Steve Smith's omission from the official list of best cricketers for 2022 (7:48) and he finds a nugget (16:24) in the unofficial Big Bash First XI.

What advantage do the Sixers have over the Scorchers, despite not finishing on top? Find out here (21:18).

And things get spicey with Matthew Hayden taking over kitchens in India (25:40) and how Brad Hodge missed a game after hurt himself taking off his pants(35:50)! 

ICC snubs, Hodge hurt taking pants off & Haydos kitchen nightmares

Brad Haddin is home from Dubbo and hits back at the sledging he got from Gilly last week and explains why Brad Hodge is such a bad footy player.

But he starts by giving Adam Peacock the top three celebrities he's had the chance to meet as a cricketer (3:36) before dipping his toes into the Michael Clarke saga.

Steve Smith is redefining his reputation as a white-ball star and the boys break down his form surge and how the Big Bash finals are shaping up.

We break down episode two of The Test on Amazon (17:27), including Usman Khawaja's decision to wear a SLYTHERIN jumper. The boys nominate which Aussie players would fit the characteristics of Slytherin, Gryffindor, Hufflepuff and Ravenclaw (19:36).

Jonathan Brown, Andrew Johns and Luke Hodge make Hadds' list of footy players that were better than handy cricketers and we find out which of his teammates were the toughest footy players (24:38). And there's one that will shock you!

Jono Brown's beamers, Celebrity name-drops & why Hufflepuff for Roy?

It's Adam Gilchrist like you've never heard him before! Gilly tells Brad Hodge and Adam Peacock how he was shitting himself when Ricky Ponting got injured right before the India series in 2004.

But before that, Gilly runs us through his Gangnam style-inspired celebration after his one and only wicket at any level of cricket, an IPL scalp in his final ever game (4:50).

The boys then pay their respects to the outstanding recent performances from Meg Lanning and Phoebe Litchfield (7:08) before Gilly gives his report card for Alex Carey and Hodgey runs us through Australia's batting stocks heading into the India tour (17:56).

It gets really juicy when we go back in time, as Gilchrist recounts his terror at having to captain the side without Ricky Ponting in 2004 (24:58) and then the festival of fun after the Aussies won the series, punctuated by jet skis off the side of James Packer's boat (32:25).

We've also got our 60 second challenge, the risers and fallers of the week plus questions from our listeners.

Gilly's shit-scared Captaincy moment, Crashing James Packers' jet skis & Million-Dollar Women

Callum Ferguson joins Adam Peacock as Willow Talk launches its regular Monday episode.

The boys start by debating who would win a fight between two of the smallest men in Aussie cricket, before discussing Adam Zampa's India disappointment (6:45) and Australia's boycott of Afghanistan (10:45).

Marvel Stadium's roof debacle inspires innovative thinking to change the idiotic six-run rule (15:35), and then Ferg reveals an outrageous backyard cricket rule at his place growing up.

Marnus Labuschagne's bizarre toasted sandwich technique headlines our analysis of the first episode of The Test on Amazon (18:44), as does underwear choices and crotch protection!

Brad Haddin also calls in with a question from the road and we pay our respects to Aaron Finch's captaincy prowess.

Wade v Warner biff, Marnus toastie controversy & how many undies to play cricket!

Brad Haddin is back and he's throwing a hundred miles an hour.

He tells Adam Peacock (hosting debut) and former teammate Stephen O'Keefe why the Sixers are a certainty to win the Big Bash and how Steve Smith will destroy all-comers.

The man they call SOK has a tremendous yarn on being hit for 199 in a single Test innings (3:20) and how he's the only player ever to LOSE money playing in the IPL (21:34)

Hadds doesn't miss as he questions Ashton Agar's inclusion in the Test squad for India (15:30) and why he thinks the Aussies' chances are boosted by most of the team playing in the BBL (22:45).

The boys also tell us about their most embarrassing dismissals and SOK gives a wonderful impression of Smudge with delhi-belly.

Smudge will destroy the Big Bash, SOK gets worst IPL deal ever and Agar not the answer for India

As the rain pours down in Sydney, Brad Haddin and Gus Worland grab a beer at the SCG Member's bar as Hadds takes us down memory lane for some great change room stories and plenty more.

Bonus episode - from the SCG Member's Bar

Merv Hughes (eventually) joins Stuart Clark and Gus Worland as they wander through the biggest cricket stories of the last week.

The boys talk about Big Bash controversies this week - including THAT catch by Michael Neser (4:22) plus Adam Zampa's mankad dismissal attempt against the Renegades (7:00).

The challenges facing the Aussies on the upcoming tour of India is also on the agenda (13:29) plusTrent Boult's decision to play in the BBL over Test cricket (18:57).

Saving the best for last, Merv opens up about his tongue and Allan Border's ear (22:00) plus the lack of ceremony around his Baggy Green presentation (26:00).

Merv's Tongue in AB's ear, Zampa's Mankad attempt and Stu Clark's Baggy Green presentation

Willow Talk is back to normal programming as Merv Hughes and Callum Ferguson join Gus Worland for a comprehensive wrap of the Boxing Day Test. A special tip of the cap to the old bull, David Warner who was back at his best in his 100th Test Match (4:12). 

Plus a maiden Test Century from one of the best blokes in the business, Alex Carey (12:30). Some injury news and selection suggestions (14:05). And we uncover the fallout of SpiderCam's big mishap (17:45). Plus, what is next for the touring South Africans.

The countdown clock goes through the ups and downs of 2022, including a fitting tribute to Warnie (20:30). All the news out of the Big Bash, including Tim Paine's return (28:10). We go through the latest risers and fallers (30:10). And Merv delivers our Willow Talk New Year wish to bring in 2023 (31:50).

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of the Willow Talk family. 

A Boxing Day Special: David Warner's Best Ever Innings and a Fitting Tribute to Shane Warne

Mark 'Tubby' Taylor joins Gus Worland after the second Test between Australia and South Africa ended inside two days.

Tubby has his say on the controversial Gabba deck (0:40) and a review of the Australia's bowling performance (3:20) and has Scotty Boland done enough to hold his spot for Boxing Day? (5:50). 

Gus and Tubby also discuss the future of Aussie opener David Warner (04:15) after a string of low scores. 

Two-Day Test Special With Mark 'Tubby' Taylor

Brad Haddin and Morne Morkel join Gus Worland as the boys heap praise on Adam Gilchrist (3:10), for his emotional openness in the prelude to the Big Bash season.

Hadds gives his take on the keeping blunder that cost the Stars a chance at victory against the Thunder (5:00), before potting Stuart Clarke in a hilarious sub-fielder story on the subcontinent (10:03).

Morne then steps up with a comprehensive preview of the Australia/South Africa Test series before Willow Talk reveals an incredible secret behind the elevation of Steve Smith as Test captain (23:20).

The South African quick also tells the story of dismissing Ricky Ponting on 99 in a Boxing Day Test (27:06), before Hadds calls on Punter to endorse our campaign to get Warnie's 99 upgraded to a century.

Big Steve Smith Secret, Big Bash Thriller & pleas for Punter to help Warnie

Willow Talk has begun a 'Justice for Warnie' campaign, and Stuart Clark, Morne Morkel and Gus Worland are bandying together to have Shane Warne's 99 upgraded to a century.

The boys discuss the bizarre ending to the NSW Sheffield Shield Game against Victoria (2:17), and Clark rips the Blues' performances apart, even endorsing co-host Morkel as a possible saviour for his former team.

England's record-breaking Test against Pakistan then takes centre stage (9:15), and the question is asked - is Baz-ball sustainable? Our resident quicks then recall some great yarns about bowling on the subcontinent (13:11) before we put our arguments up for Warnie and that century he was robbed of 21 years ago (22:30).

Morkel has some insights into the Proteas' preparation for the Gabba Test, and beyond, (27:10) plus we preview Australia's women's T20 tour of India.

Justice for Warnie, could Morkel save the Blues and is Baz-Ball the real deal?

Mitchell Johnson joins Gus Worland and Brad Haddin in Perth this week and the trio break down the biggest stories heading into a busy Summer of Test cricket, including Pat Cummins' admission that he can't read pitches (8:38).

The boys nominate their all-time favourite West Indies bowlers, Josh Hazlewood pops in to explain why he likes waterfalls more than aeroplanes (14:36) and Mitch Johnson talks us through the best wickets of his career (17:20).  

The boys nominate the players they think are the future of Australia's bowling attack (24:21) and Hadds has some brutal feedback on the state of the Windies' batting lineup (32:54).

Cummins' big Admission, Mitch Johnson's Top 5 wickets & our favourite West Indies' quicks

Gus Worland and Brad Haddin welcome Callum Ferguson to the show and the South Australian doesn't disappoint.

The boys give their best food poisoning stories on tour in the wake of England's decision to appoint a food manager for their upcoming tour of the subcontinent (1:54), before Gus tells an incredible suburban cricket story from this past weekend.

Justin Langer's coward comments go under the microscope (7:27), as does David Warner's renewed captaincy hopes (22:01).

We find out if two fast bowlers have ever captained consecutive matches at international level before (27:30), following Josh Hazlewood's cameo, and Hadds has a great yarn from domestic cricket involving a very sporting declaration from Darren Lehmann (32:01).

Food Poisoning on Tour, Langer's Coward comments and do the Aussies have a Captaincy problem

We're subbing in Gus Worland for Willow Talk, and he didn't disappoint on his first show, bringing in South Africa's Morne Morkel to give the inside scoop on the Proteas' 2022 failure plus the porn star that derailed their 2015 campaign (23:55).

Old hand Brad Haddin tries to take down England's Mr-Nice-Guy Mike Hussey, but does give a personal confession about an injury he hid from team officials, when his international career nearly ended before it had begun (5:39).

After giving the Poms as little love as possible for their World Cup victory, the boys switch their attention to the red-ball and the upcoming Australia vs South Africa Test series (16:19).

Finally, we give Morne a hard time over South Africa's latest choke job, and get his reflections from every Australians' favourite World Cup moment - the 1999 World Cup semi-final. (26:00).

Mr Cricket's betrayal, Bizarre injuries & the Masseuse that derailed South Africa

On the road with Mark Howard & Brad Haddin. Your daily cricket podcast for news, views and behind the scenes action.
England win the T20 World Cup!
Ben Stokes the match winner
Pakistan show character!
Sam Curran the Player of the Match and Player of the Tournament 
The best fast bowling group in the world 
The blow to the Big Bash League

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DAILY SHOW: Monday Nov 14 - England are T20 World Cup Champions

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The Final Preview
Can the Pakistan fast bowlers take down England?
Which opening pair will create the most damage?
Jos Buttler's leadership with the bat and with the gloves
The influence of Matthew Hayden on Pakistan
Player of the Match and Winner tips. 

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DAILY SHOW: Sunday Nov 13 - Pakistan v England World Cup Final Preview

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Former Australian cricketer, Brad Haddin names his Australian team to take on the world at the 2024 T20 World Cup - it's only 18 months away! With five key talking points.
Cameron Green's best position 
Tim David and his development in the Australian ranks
Where to for Matthew Wade? 
Mitchel Starc the gun!
The surprise packets! and the captain!

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DAILY SHOW: Saturday Nov 12 - The Aussie team for the 2024 World Cup

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England dominate India in unbelievable style.
The complete resurgence of Alex Hales.
A full Indian review, including a star of the future.
Hardik Pandya almost heroic with the bat.
The weather situation for the World Cup Final at the MCG. 
The worst batting totals in history!

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DAILY SHOW: Friday Nov 11 - England send India home in extraordinary fashion!

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Against all odds, Pakistan are into the T20 World Cup Final!
Where the semi final between Pakistan and New Zealand was won and lost!
Babar and Rizwan's powerful partnership 
Could we see an India V Pakistan re-match at the MCG in the final?
Special Guest and England Assistant Coach, Mike Hussey
England v India Preview
Rishabh Pant MUST be selected!
Hadd's tip

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DAILY SHOW: Thursday Nov 10 - Pakistan miraculously through to the World Cup Final, plus a preview of England V India with Mike Hussey

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New Zealand v Pakistan semi-final preview
Brad Haddin on how Pakistan can beat New Zealand.
Special Guest Tim Southee
Southee on the New Zealand tactics against Pakistan
Kane Williamson the leader
Tim Southee on the pride he has representing New Zealand put themselves in big games!

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DAILY SHOW: Wednesday Nov 9 - Special Guest Tim Southee Previews New Zealand v Pakistan

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Hads' counts down his best moments of the World Cup on Australian shores so far - and there was PLENTY to chose from. 

Plus Howie reflects on his time travelling around commentating the World Cup, including his favourite moment.

And, which commentator is the most fun?

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DAILY SHOW: Tuesday Nov 8 - The top 5 moments of the World Cup so far!

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South Africa's unbelievable shock loss to the Netherlands!
The fallout for the Proteas stumbling in another critical moment.
Brad Haddin's take on the mental block for South Africa in big games
PAKISTAN amazingly through to the SEMI-FINALS!!!
Daring to dream for Pakistan? Can they make the final?
India power through to the semi-finals with a packed out passionate MCG

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DAILY SHOW: Monday Nov 7 - The biggest upset in T20 Cricket History opens the door for Pakistan!

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England torture Australia and advance through to the semi's with win over Sri Lanka
The value of the opening partnership (Hales and Butler)
Beware of Big Ben Stokes! He is Kohli like!
Semi-final predictions!
What went right and what went wrong for the Aussies
We're off to Florida!

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DAILY SHOW: Sunday Nov 6 - Australia OUT of the World Cup!

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Rashid Khan sets Adelaide Oval alight 
Australia vs. Afghanistan Review
Glenn Maxwell's golden moment in the field
NZ vs. Ireland review
Sri Lanka Vs. England - Howie reports back about what the big guns are saying in the Comm Box
Hadds spotted in the Birdcage at the Victorian Spring Racing Carnival. Looking very sharp!

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DAILY SHOW: Saturday Nov 5  - Aussies live on despite Rashid Khan heroics + Go Sri Lanka!

On the road with Mark Howard as he is joined by Australian great and former Australian Selector, Mark Waugh.  Your daily cricket podcast for news, views and behind the scenes action.
Mark Waugh summarises the World Cup so far.
What makes Virat Kohli so great.
Who is the best former player you would transfer to today's T20 cricket?
Mark Waugh's take on Australia
Australia v Afghanistan massive Preview
Mark Waugh's World Cup winner

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DAILY SHOW: Friday Nov 4 - Mark Waugh's Preview of Australia V Afghanistan

On the road with Mark Howard as he is joined by Netherlands Assistant Coach Ryan Campbell to review a historic cricket victory.  Your daily cricket podcast for news, views and behind the scenes action.
Dutch break their Super 12 duck with a special win over Zimbabwe.
Inside the Netherlands celebrations - including THE SONG!
The passion of an associate nation and how to grow the game!
The two best bowling attacks in world cricket about to go at it (Pakistan v South Africa)
Ryan Campbell's tip to win the World Cup.

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DAILY SHOW: Thursday Nov 3 - Inside the Netherlands historic Super 12 win at the World Cup

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Jos Buttler heroics set up important England win.
Sri Lanka still alive in Group 1.
Everything you need to know for Australia to qualify for the next stage.
An Aaron Finch update.
Hadd's preview and tips!

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DAILY SHOW: Wednesday Nov 2 - Australia's World Cup dream slipping as England upset New Zealand

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Aussie skipper Aaron Finch suffers hamstring injury.
Brad Haddin names his suggested changes.
Our controversial review in the paper!
A preview of England V New Zealand, and what it means for the Aussies.
What it's like to commentate with Nasser Hussain.
King Kohli's room controversy.

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DAILY SHOW: Tuesday Nov 1 - Aaron Finch hamstring injury in Australian win

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Massive Australia V Ireland Preview!
An Aussie Statement awaits.
The Irish match-up for Aaron Finch at the top of the order.
Don't overlook Paul Sterling because he can be a match-winner.
Brad Haddin and Mark Howard's rank their Top 3 teams of the World Cup.

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DAILY SHOW: Monday Oct 31 - Huge Australia v Ireland Preview and the Top 3 teams ranked

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The Kiwi's powerful win over Sri Lanka. Are they the team to beat?
Glenn Phillips smashes 104 off 64 deliveries
The best cramp on the cricket field since Mark Richardson 
A mega Sunday Triple Header Preview - Who wins and why! 

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DAILY SHOW: Sunday Oct 30 - New Zealand's big statement and the best cramp EVER!

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Melbourne weather & Howie's story about Shane Warne meeting the PM
Group 1 in chaos following Aus vs England washout   
Pak Bean brings heat to Zimbabwe Vs Pakistan!
MATCH PREVIEW AND TIPS: NZ vs. Sri Lanka. Hadds tips Sri Lanka!

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DAILY SHOW: Saturday Oct 29 - Aus Vs Eng washout, Melbourne's crap weather... & Pak Bean!

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Nathan Lyon's busy off season writing books, at the pub, getting married and ordering Uber Eats 
A mega preview of Australia V England
Nathan Lyon's take on how Australia need to attack England with bowling strengths
Selection cross-roads! Brad Haddin says Australia MUST include Steve Smith!
Nathan Lyon would play "big time player" Steve Smith in the side if he wats selector.
Match Previews and tips 

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DAILY SHOW: Friday Oct 28 - Special Guest Nathan Lyon Previews Australia V England must win match

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Ireland knock over the might of England!
All the fallout from Australia Vs. Sri Lanka 
Will Howie land an interview with Sunil Gaviskar before tournament's end?!
INTO THE IRISH CAMP: Howie and Hadds chat with former Aussie spinner and current Ireland bowling coach Nathan Hauritz
Match Previews and tips 

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DAILY SHOW: Thursday Oct 27 - Inside The Victorious Ireland Camp!

Brad Haddin is joined by Liam Flanagan because Howie spent the night commentating with Sunil Gavaskar in Perth.  Your daily cricket podcast for news, views and behind the scenes action.
Marcus Stoinis' hits the fastest Australian half-century in T20 history
Aaron Finch spends some important time in the middle with 31 off 42 balls
Adam Zampa has Covid-19
Is Optus Stadium the best ground in the world? (Spoiler: Hadds' disagrees with Marcus Stoinis)
Today's Preview and Tips

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DAILY SHOW: Wednesday Oct 26 - Stoinis Goes BANG as the Aussie's get the job done over Sri Lanka

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Australia V Sri Lanka Preview - Must win for Australia!
Who are Australia's bankers? Warner, but who else?
Haddin and Blewett disagree on the need to include Cameron Green
Could Steve Smith play any role this World Cup?
A full look at the Sri Lankan strong point!
Our tips!

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DAILY SHOW: Tuesday Oct 25: Australia V Sri Lanka Preview ahead of must win match

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India's thrilling final ball win over Pakistan in the best ever game of T20 Cricket
King Kohli the genius and the match winner
The fall out for Pakistan
Sri Lanka bounce back with powerful win over Ireland
The Kiwi's come for Brad Haddin (and he apologises)
Hadd's tips!

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DAILY SHOW: Monday Oct 24 - King Kohli's heroics deny Pakistan in the best T20 game in history!

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SHOCK LOSS: The Kiwis defeat Australia and what that means for the Aussies going forward
West Indies out of the World Cup
Howie Vs. Ian Smith?!
India Vs. Pakistan Preview 
Hadd's tips

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DAILY SHOW: Sunday Oct 23 - How Australia Can Bounce Back From NZ Loss

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Australia v New Zealand Match Preview
Glenn Maxwell's weaponry
What should Aaron Finch be thinking at the crease
The magic of the Netherlands win
England v Afghanistan Tips

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DAILY SHOW: Saturday Oct 22 - A mega Australia v New Zealand Preview with Howie, Hadds and Callum Ferguson

On the road with Mark Howard & Brad Haddin.  Your daily cricket podcast for news, views and behind the scenes action.
Aussie squad stronger thanks to Cameron Green selection
Matthew Hayden's training techniques 
Match reports 
Grab Haddin's Indian Preview: 'They are a powerhouse'
FLASHBACK: Why Brad Haddin Turned His Back On Virat Kohli  
Today's Games & Tips

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DAILY SHOW: Friday Oct 21 - Why Brad Haddin Turned His Back On Virat Kohli

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Ireland's incredible comeback 
Headaches for Aussie selectors following freak injury
Howie's World Cup debut + wardrobe issues!
Match previews & Tips 

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DAILY SHOW: Thursday Oct 20 - The Irish celebrate, Freak Aussie injury + Howie's Wardrobe Issues

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Hadds impressed by magical Meiyappan hat-trick
Cummins captaincy + Australian selection shock 
INTERVIEW: Timmy Pringle, Dutch star
Howie's nerves about Hobart debut 
Match previews & Tips 

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DAILY SHOW: Wednesday Oct 19 - Hat-tricks, Howie's nervous debut + Dutch superstar Timmy Pringle!

On the road with Mark Howard & Brad Haddin.  Your daily cricket podcast for news, views and behind the scenes action.
Scotland with the upset of the tournament so far 
GABBA lockout as India defeat Australia in warm up game
Cult hero to join the show tomorrow!
Match previews & Tips 

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DAILY SHOW: Tuesday Oct 18 - Scotland stun the West Indies, the player who can win it for Australia + Big Guest Announcement

On the road with Mark Howard & Brad Haddin. Your daily cricket podcast for news, views and behind the scenes action.
Namibia beat Sri Lanka, the Dutch topple UAE 
The Biggest T20 Upset of all time 
Pat Cummins has raised captaincy by committee, Brad Haddin says it won’t work 
Match Previews: Ireland Vs Zimbabwe, West Indies Vs. Scotland 

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