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Podcast insight, analysis and reaction from the Test Match Special team, including interviews with top players.

Test Match Special

Henry Moeran is alongside England 2017 World Cup winner Alex Hartley and TMS commentator Daniel Norcross for reaction to England's tournament opening TEN wicket victory over South Africa, bowling the Proteas all-out for just 69. 

Ffion Wynne speaks to England bowler Linsey Smith after she took 3 wickets for just 7 runs. Plus, both captains, Nat Sciver-Brunt and Laura Wolvaardt, give their thoughts on the match.

Women’s World Cup: England HAMMER South Africa in opener

Henry Moeran is alongside England World Cup winner Alex Hartley, TMS commentator Daniel Norcross, and BBC Sport Cricket writer Ffion Wynne as they travel to the ACA Stadium for the first time in the 2025 Women's World Cup. They discuss England's chances in the tournament ahead of their first match against South Africa on Friday. Plus, how big a boost is it for captain Nat Sciver-Brunt to be bowling in the competition?

Women's World Cup: TMS touches down in India!

Kate Cross & Alex Hartley actually talk cricket as they look ahead to the 2025 Women’s World Cup.

They discuss Alex’s not-so-smooth journey to India, why this World Cup could be the closest ever, and why Australia are still Alex’s pick to win the competition. Plus, how Emma Lamb’s “frightening” form can help England on their way to challenge for the title.

Also, Crossy challenges Alex in ‘How well does Hartley remember her World Cup win?’

No Balls: Alex arrives in India with World Cup fever!

Steve Crossman is alongside England Ashes winner Steven Finn, 2017 World Cup winner Dani Hazell, and the BBC's Chief Cricket Reporter Stephan Shemilt to discuss England's chances at the 2025 Women's World Cup in India.

England Head Coach Charlotte Edwards looks ahead to the tournament saying her side should reach the semi-finals 'at a bare minimum' as she leads the team in a major competition for the first time. Former captain Heather Knight talks about her return to the England squad after a hamstring injury ruled her out for much of the home summer.

They react to the news that Chris Woakes retires from international cricket and ask the question - is the nicest man in cricket also the most underrated?

Plus, international commentator Andrew Leonard talks about Nepal's SHOCK T20 series win over the West Indies in Dubai.

World Cup semis 'at the very least' & Woakes retires

Aatif Nawaz and Nikesh Rughani look back at the 2025 Asia Cup as India beat Pakistan in the final. They discuss Tilak Varma’s match-winning innings, as well as how both sides reached the final. Plus, who was their player of the tournament?

Asia Cup: India become nine-time champions

Kevin Howells is alongside Dave Bracegirdle at Trent Bridge for reaction to Nottinghamshire win the Division One title. Captain Haseeb Hameed gives his thoughts on the season.

Plus, the Professional Cricketers’ Association chief executive Daryl Mitchell doesn’t rule out strike action from players as clubs reject a notion to lower the amount of games from next season. ECB Managing Director of competitions and major events Neil Snowball tells us his thoughts on the matter, as well as the ECB’s involvement in the process.

Notts win County Championship & the future of the domestic game

Henry Moeran is alongside former England Ashes stars Steven Finn & Dawid Malan, and the BBC’s Chief Cricket Reporter Stephan Shemilt to discuss Will Jacks' inclusion in the England Ashes squad. Jacks tells us how he found out he was in the squad. They also debate what Harry Brook taking over as vice-captain could mean for Ollie Pope. Plus, where does this set of England’s bowlers rank as the ‘most explosive’ to go to Australia?

Will Jacks is BACK for the Ashes

Alex Hartley is alongside Kate Cross to discuss Crossy's England future as she announces that her England contract hasn't been renewed. 

They also talk about Crossy's domestic dominance as she wins her THIRD trophy of the season as Lancashire win the One Day Cup.

No Balls: A trio of trophies & Crossy's England future...

Alison Mitchell is alongside former England Ashes batter Dawid Malan and England World Cup winner Ebony Rainford-Brent to discuss the pressure England players are put under when playing in the Ashes down under.

What do Australia do on the pitch to press England, how can England’s less-experienced players cope, and what did Dawid find intimidating during his time batting for England in Australia? Dawid tells all about the media waiting for players as they come off the plane and being grilled by his batting heroes who would interview him after a game.

What is it like to enter the Australian Ashes cauldron?

Nikesh Rughani and Aatif Nawaz discuss all the latest stories from the 2025 Asia Cup. They discuss the further drama around Pakistan which saw them play their final group match against the UAE, despite the fixture looking in jeopardy following on from the handshake incident after their fixture against India.

Plus, Mark Machado joins them to discuss Sri Lanka’s strength in depth as they qualify for the Super 4s stage of the competition.

Asia Cup: Pakistan play (eventually) & Sri Lanka kick on to Super 4s

Alex Hartley & Kate Cross look ahead to the Women’s Ashes which starts in Sydney which week. They discuss who the star performers might be, and what the mentality is inside the England camp after a dominant tour in South Africa. Plus, Alex has some WAshes predictions. 

Listen to every ball of the Women’s Ashes from Australia on BBC Sounds, or via the BBC Sport website or app. The first ODI starts at 11:30pm on Saturday 11th January.

No Balls: The WAshes await

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