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Proper cricketing analysis, opinion and insight from former Middlesex bowler Simon Hughes, aka The Analyst, the BBC's Simon Mann, and former England keeper and Ashes winner Matt Prior. The most authoritative cricket podcast out there.
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- 4 days ago55 min
A SONNY DISPOSITION
England's exciting young fast bowler Sonny Baker shares insights into his rapid rise in international cricket, his approach to bowling fast and swinging the ball, and his training and recovery routines. He explains how he adapts to conditions, his influences, and how his trusty Asthi bone broth keeps him in peak condition. He also reveals his highlights of the summer, why he's loving the older ball and how he practices his devastating yorker. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Sonny Baker's Summer Highlights 02:51 Journey from Debut to International Success 03:16 Influence of Mark Wood and Team Energy 05:40 Bowling at the Oval and Swing Techniques 07:45 Science of Swing and Ball Seaming 09:40 Personal Ball Selection and Tape Technique 12:53 Bowling at the Moment of Impact and Key Deliveries 14:48 Impact of Conditions and Strategy in Bowling 19:19 Body Care, Nutrition, and Recovery Routine 22:33 Use of Bone Broth and Nutrition Tips 26:40 Bowling Technique and Mental Preparation 30:17 Adapting Line and Length in Real Time 36:23 Death Bowling and Key Wickets 41:49 Bowling at Mitchell Marsh and Fast Bowling Skills 44:24 The Origin of the Yorker and Practice Tips 47:50 Future Plans, World Cup, and Franchise Tournaments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 6 days ago44 min
ENGLAND SPRINT TO THE FINISH
England's final act of the longest, hottest cricket season in memory was to crush feebl Sri Lanka by the colossal margin of 223 runs. It doesn't entirely camouflage England's long-form deficiencies but it was an impressive finish. The two Simon's discuss the current state of the England cricket team,, who are the winners and losers, how their three to follow fared during the season, reflect on a tight Rothesay County Championship tussle and reveal the extraordinary evolution of the reverse sweep with the man who founded it. This podcast is supported by Rothesay - for more information on their support of English cricket click this link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago29 min
WARWICKSHIRE SEIZE NINTH TITLE
A superb bowling performance by Warwickshire seized an innings victory over Leicestershire to claim their ninth County Championship title. Ethan Bamber was star finishing with 69 wickets for the season but there were other stars too. Simon Hughes watches the final chapter at Edgbaston sat amongst the Bears faithful fans and infiltrates their celebrations to speak to some of their heroes including Bamber, Rob Yates and captain Ed Barnard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago36 min
LAWRENCE SPOILS SOMERSET'S PARTY
11 points behind Rothesay County Championship leaders Warwickshire in the final round of games, Somerset's chances of a first-ever title were slim. Now after a tough first day at Surrey's and Dan Lawrence's expense, and with Warwickshire demolishing Leicester for 125, they are hanging by a thread. Simon Hughes spent the day at Taunton sampling the atmosphere and hearing from two great Somerset stalwarts Vic Marks and Craig Overton. This podcast is sponsored by Rothesay - Your Future in Safe Hands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago40 min
ENGLAND DO WOODY PROUD
On the day Mark Wood announced his international retirement on his home ground, England trumped Sri Lanka in the first of three odis. Simon Hughes and Simon Mann commend England on a solid performance to defeat a timid Sri Lanka by 89 runs,. Later they pay tribute to the passion, determination and fortitude of Mark Wood to overcome a catalogue of injuries and take 250 wickets for England in all competitions with some of the fastest deliveries ever seen in this country. Woody gave it everything and the exhilarating sight of him charging in will be sorely missed. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ nordvpn.com/aicTry it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago45 min
BAMBER DRIVES BEARS TO THE TOP
Ethan Bamber's 60 wickets this season is having a major impact on Warwickshire's Rothesay County Championship title drive. Bamber's 6-26 routed Essex and sent the Bears to the top of the table. The Bears now lead Somerset by 11 points with one round of matches to go. Bamber, from an acting family, moved from Middlesex in 2025 and discusses the advantages of playing at Edgbaston rather than Lord's, how he has learnt to accept the plaudits for his consistent wicket-taking and how he would really like to be Allan Donald for. a day. He also nominates his ace-snaffler second slip Rob Yates as the Rothesay Safe Hands award winner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago45 min
BAMBER PILOTS BEARS TO TOP SPOT
Ethan Bamber's 60 wickets this season is having a major impact on Warwickshire's Rothesay County Championship title drive. Bamber's 6-26 routed Essex and sent the Bears to the top of the table. The Bears now lead Somerset by 11 points with one round of matches to go. Bamber, from an acting family, moved from Middlesex in 2025 and discusses the advantages of playing at Edgbaston rather than Lord's, how he has learnt to accept the plaudits for his consistent wicket-taking and how he would really like to be Allan Donald for. a day. He also nominates his ace-snaffler second slip Rob Yates as the Rothesay Safe Hands award winner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago37 min
SUSSEX REJUVENATION UNDERWAY
Covering the climax to the Rothesay County Championship, Simon Hughes pays a visit to Hove to watch Sussex's battle with holders Nottinghamshire. He also hears the energetic plans from Sussex’s new chairman Ed Warner to make the county the pride of the south coast again, assisted by some of the county’s finest ex-players like Matt Prior. Clearly they mean business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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