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BBC commentator & Gloucestershire player Melissa Story is joined by fellow BBC commentator & Surrey cricketer Nikki Chaudhuri to discuss all things women's cricket with interviews and in-depth analysis.
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Melissa and Nikki continue their Women's World Cup team-by-team preview series with a deep dive into South Africa and their chances at this year's tournament. They discuss the headline-making retirement reversals of Dane van Niekerk and Shabnim Ismail, what their returns could mean for the squad, and the experience and quality they bring back to the international stage. The pair also take a closer look at captain Laura Wolvaardt, her leadership, form, and importance to South Africa's hopes of success. From key players and squad balance to expectations and predictions, Melissa and Nikki break down everything you need to know about South Africa ahead of the Women's World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Melissa and Nikki continue their Women's World Cup team-by-team preview series by turning their attention to Bangladesh. With a deep dive into the squad, key players, strengths, challenges, and what fans can expect from the team during the tournament. Can Bangladesh make an impact on the world stage? Melissa and Nikki break it all down with their insights, predictions, and plenty of laughs along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nikki and Melissa take a closer look at the Netherlands Women’s T20 World Cup squad and what it means for a growing side still finding its place on the global stage. They discuss the team’s key strengths, including strong team unity, improving bowling discipline, and the experience gained from facing higher-ranked nations in recent years. The conversation also covers challenges, particularly limited depth compared to top-tier teams and the need for more consistent batting performances under pressure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nikki and Melissa break down Australia’s Women’s T20 World Cup squad, the six-time champions, and assess whether they can get a trophy back in their cabinet? They highlight Australia’s key strengths - elite all-round depth, world-class bowling, and unmatched knockout experience. Players like Litchfield, Perry, Gardner, McGrath, and Schutt are central to their dominance, while emerging talents add fresh energy to the squad. However, they also point out a few concerns that could trouble the Aussies and who they can't wait to see perform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Episode Blurb Melissa and Nikki are back for a bumper Women's World Cup umbrella episode! Before diving into the tournament, they catch up on all the latest happenings - including Melissa's unfortunate run-in with a bee (yes, she got stung) and Nikki somehow sounding more like a man than herself. Once the chaos is out of the way, they turn their attention to this year's Women's World Cup, breaking down every team taking part in the tournament. From favourites and dark horses to players to watch and potential surprises, Melissa and Nikki take a deep dive into the field and share their thoughts ahead of the biggest event in women's cricket. Tune in for plenty of laughs, analysis, and all things World Cup Fever! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Nikki and Melissa catch up on recent Metro Bank One Day Cup performances, England Women being released from their training camp to play some competitive cricket, whether England’s World Cup squad could feature some surprises, and whether you’ve spotted a monk recently?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Happy cricket season!!! Nikki and Melissa catch up on the first round of Metro Bank ODC action, ICC announce price money pot for the Women's World Cup, how to tactically date in 2026 whilst not missing any cricketing action and did anyone ever watch Willow and Stumpy?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Melissa and Nikki break down the first-ever Hundred auction, where the women’s game saw some huge signings and record paydays. They both discuss India’s historic bilateral series win in Australia, ending the hosts’ nine-year unbeaten run at home, and discuss the announcement of the first-ever SACA women’s squad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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