Ian Smith, celebrated commentator and former New Zealand keeper, joins the podcast to talk New Zealand versus England and offer a detached but informed view on the Ashes. Few know or can interpret international cricket better than the sharp-eyed, quick-witted Kiwi who is the definition of a wordSmith. He gives great insights into what makes New Zealand consistently excellent, why the Aussies are favourites for the Ashes and how they'll sledge Joe Root. England's final odi and the entire Ashes series are exclusively live on TNT Sports

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