Bats and Balls Podcast

The Producer and his two apprentices had half an hour to stitch up Pies before he turned up.

We catch up on all the NFL Playoff talk.

Recap the first day of the pink ball test between Australia and Sri Lanka.

Live watch a Shaun Marsh gem in the BBL.

And we go streaking with James Harden who dropped 61 at MSG.

0:00:00 - NFL Playoffs
1:08:00 - Cricket
1:21:00 - NBA
1:35:00 - Soccer

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Fourth year apprentice Big Zacko joins us via satellite from the quarry while first year apprentice Mendy is in the studio. Mendy brings a European flavour to the show with darts, soccer and heaps of other sports.

We kick off the show with the NFL Playoffs. It's down to the Championship Games and it's 1v2 in both conferences.

Then we catch up with the ODI and BBL in cricket. And we throw in some live commentary of the Heat v Thunder game that was abandoned for bad light. Sabotage from the Brisbane Heat?

All that and heaps more.

0:00:00 - NFL Playoffs
0:49:00 - Cricket
1:12:00 - Soccer
1:20:00 - Darts with Nathan
1:30:00 - Other Sports

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The NFL Playoffs have kicked off with four very interesting games. And the next slate of four look even better.

The Australian selectors have finally wielded the axe. This now looks like a proper rebuild. Who can step up and help fix this test side?

0:00:00 - NFL Playoffs
1:46:00 - Cricket

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Josh - @PiesJosh
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The Producer is out so it's just Pies and Big Zacko via teleconference this week. Apologies if the audio sucks, but the content is pretty good.

First we discuss a few of the Week 17 games in the NFL. The virtual playoff game between the Colts and Titans is high on the list.

Then we preview the NFL Playoffs. There's 12 teams left and virtually any of them could win it this year. The wildcard games are all interesting and should throw up some exciting football.

And we finish up with the last of the India tests in Sydney. Australia's selectors have pulled another fast one naming a very part time legspinning all rounder as the number 3 bat. What's going on at Cricket Australia?

0:00:00 - NFL Week 17
0:32:15 - NFL Playoffs
1:52:40 - Test Cricket

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Another big year in sport has come to an end. It's time for the Podcast Christmas Party. Which means too much beer, not enough finger food and telling the boss where to go.

We catch up on the NFL and look ahead to the last two weeks of the regular season. There's some interesting jostling going on for the last few playoff spots. The Rams are in, but faltering. While the Titans and Colts are in good form, but both can't make it.

Australia bounced back from the Adelaide loss to level the test series with India 1-1. The pitch at the new Perth Stadium was excellent offering something for everyone. Virat Kohli showed his class with a very good century. But it was the Aussie bowlers who won the game. The BBL has kicked off. And we look ahead to Boxing Day in Melbourne.

Erik is on the phone to discuss the Wests Tigers salary cap, Justin Pascoe and Robbie Farah situation. And then talk a little baseball.

And from 2:05:00 we wrap up the 2018 year in sport and make a few bold predictions.

0:00:00 - NFL
0:37:00 - Cricket
1:21:00 - NRL & Baseball with Erik
1:58:00 - EPL
2:05:00 - 2018 Wrap Up and 2019 Predictions

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Pies is in Moore Park paying his respects to the Sydney Football Stadium before it gets demolished. So in his place is new/old team member Nathan. Nathan has been watching every sport in the world lately so he'll fit right in.

First up is Big Zacko via satellite talking NFL. The Rams got stopped by the Bears. And the Giants can't even tank right. The scene is set for the big clash between the Giants and Titans this weekend.

We have Swainy on the line to recap the Spring tour of Europe and to talk up the future of Rugby in this country.

We recap an eventful first test in Adelaide. The Aussies almost pulled off the miracle win. But it probably didn't deserve it and the final margin flattered the top 6.

Nathan brings back some much needed Darts talk. Plus heaps more with NBA, NBL, EPL and more.

0:00:00 - NFL
0:31:00 - Rugby
1:11:00 - Cricket
1:36:00 - Darts
1:44:00 - Basketball
1:49:00 - Premier League
1:52:00 - Other Sport

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The Sydney Storm has kept Big Zacko stranded on dry land for another week. And Pies was a late arrival. But we managed to get through it all.

Zacko and The Producer recap the last couple of weeks in the NFL. Cover the big stories. Then Pies turns up to tip a big upset.

The Producer and Pies then take over and discuss the touring Indian side and the upcoming test series vs Australia. Australia have selected an interesting squad and there should be at least one debutant for the first test.

Pies and The Producer joined Erik at the ballpark for one of the Sydney Blue Sox vs Geelong Korea baseball games. Hilarity ensued. Hear our recap here.

And the final round of the Supercars was held in Newcastle. The Producer was watching all of the action and controversy.

0:00:00 - NFL
0:45:00 - Cricket
1:22:00 - ABL
1:34:00 - Supercars

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Big Zacko is stuck on the farm with the bridges to the boondocks washed out. So it's Pies and The Producer in studio and Big Zacko via carrier pigeon.

The NFL season is shaking out with the cream rising to the top of most divisions. There's still some interesting races going on though. Week 11 should give some clarity to those divisional battles. Or will it?

Australia and South Africa completed their 3 game ODI series with South Africa winning 2-1. Perhaps Australian cricket isn't completely dead. Can the Marsh Brothers dig us out of the hole? Or is there another saviour on the horizon?

Pies and The Producer are off to the baseball on Friday night to see Sydney Blue Sox play Geelong Korea. Should we spend more time talking about the ABL?

Plus we whip around the other sports including Soccer, Motorsport and the weird NBA season.

0:00:00 - NFL
0:54:00 - Cricket
1:07:00 - ABL
1:17:00 - Soccer, Motorsport, NBA

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Melbourne Cup was a touch race. For a few of the imported and horses. And for most of our tips. Good thing we only bet what we can afford eh?

Cricket Australia is going through a major reshuffle. Pies and The Producer try and get to the bottom of all the upheaval. Where to from here for Australian cricket? And should kids bowl more?

Pies and Big Zacko watched a few games of NFL. And the cream is slowly rising to the top. Who is the under the radar team of the NFL right now? A team that may actually go deep into the playoffs.

The NRL is back into preseason. Looking forward to all the posts about teams training the house down.

And there's a real rivalry going on in the Supercars. Scott McLaughlin vs Shane van Gisbergen.

0:00:00 - Cricket Australia
0:31:00 - Melbourne Cup
0:38:00 - NFL
1:12:00 - NRL
1:18:00 - Supercars

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Hot on the heels of Big Zacko picking the eyes out of the 2017 Melbourne Cup we're back to preview the great race for another year.

Zac tipped us the Exacta last season and he reckons he's got the first 5 in order in the 2018 Melbourne Cup.

Pies and The Producer have got some thoughts on the race as well. So have a listen and then make your own mind up.

And as we always say, don't bet what you can't afford.

0:00:00 - The Field and Lead Up Races
0:41:00 - Tips

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