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- Episode 44: Why Sandpapergate Saved Australian Cricket
On today's episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, we talk about everything that is happening in the world of cricket, at home and abroad.
Australia is about to take on South Africa in the first Test series between the two teams in South Africa since the horrible and belligerent series in 2018, when Australian cricket met its Ragnarok.
On today's episode, I go on a trip down memory lane, describing memories of the battles between the two countries in Test cricket since South Africa's return to International cricket after the apartheid years. I discuss the matches and those that went to the wire, and the incidents that occurred along the way - and yes, there are more than you might remember between these two nations.
I then discuss the lead up to that series, the unsettling way that the Australia cricket team had lost the support of its own fans for the way they carried on in the field and during matches at that time, and how it all led to what happened on that fateful day in Newlands eight years ago.
I then go on to discuss how that incident, rather than only being such a hideous footnote on Australia cricket, actually acted as the catalyst that saved our men's national team, and eventually made them stronger than they would have been without it occurring.
That's the agenda on today's episode, one that does not fear to tread when others may not.
For this and other podcasts, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting.
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting
Email: billiscric[email protected]
Twitter: @WestKiama
Bluesky:@metalkevin.bsky.social
Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @slashingthroughthecordon
43 min - Episode 43: Maddinson's Recall Defies Every Selection Criteria
On today's episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, we talk about everything that is happening in the world of cricket, at home and abroad.
South Africa brought Australia's ODI team back to earth with a comfortable 2-1 victory in the recent series which acts as a lead up to next year's World Cup. We talk about the scenario that awaits Australia on the back of this result.
Injuries have put Australia's ranks in crisis as we head into the Test series, and the decision by George Bailey and his band of selectors to recall Nic Maddinson has caused waves. We offer some discussion on revisiting the mistakes of the past in terms of his ascension to the Test team.
Australia A has been battling with India A, and the World Cup groupings and initial draw has been released. We discuss Australia dodging a bullet in the announced draw.
For this and other podcasts, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting.
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting
Email: billiscric[email protected]
Twitter:@realmetalkevin
Bluesky:@metalkevin.bsky.social
Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @slashingthroughthecordon
43 min - Episode 42: Solid Steps Taken in Victory over Zimbabwe
On today's episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, we talk about everything that is happening in the world of cricket, at home and abroad.
Australia has defeated Zimbabwe 3-0 in a closely contested ODI series, and today we will discuss the results, but more about the players who have put their best foot forward in consolidating their places in this ODI team as the focus starts to turn to next year's World Cup
Australia A is currently battling it out on the subcontinent, as are the Australian Under 19 boys, and we take a look at how they've gone so far and what we can expect going forward.
Also, Steve Smith NOT playing in England next year?!? We have a quick discussion about that talking point from the past week, and where the actual focus should be.
For this and other podcasts, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting.
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting
Email: billiscric[email protected]
Twitter:@realmetalkevin
Bluesky:@metalkevin.bsky.social
Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @slashingthroughthecordon
36 min - Episode 41: Cricket Australia Start Process of Killing Australian Cricket
On today's episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, we talk about everything that is happening in the world of cricket, at home and abroad.
On today's episode I will ramble somewhat incoherently in anger and attitude about the announcement this week that Cricket Australia is moving ahead with its decision to sell off its BBL franchises to private equity, despite not having the full agreement of the state associations or of the majority of cricket loving people in the country. What should have been a far more precise showing from CA and myself turns into my own spewing out of my frustrations over the whole concept.
I then discuss the Australian squad chosen for the Test series in South Africa. I'll talk about the ramifications for those who were chosen and those who were not, and then talk briefly about the chances of the team in the series.
Questions are asked, and questions are answered. Hopefully it proves to be of interest to you cricket fans out there.
For this and other podcasts, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting.
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting
Email: billiscric[email protected]
Twitter:@realmetalkevin
Bluesky:@metalkevin.bsky.social
Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @slashingthroughthecordon
54 min - Episode 40: Australian White Ball and A Team Squads Announced
On today's episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, we talk about everything that is happening in the world of cricket, at home and abroad.
On today's episode we take an in depth look and discussion on the ODI squad Australia's selectors have chosen to tour Zimbabwe and South Africa at the end of the month. We discuss the implications for Marnus Labuschagne for his exclusion, and why we may be taking a trip back to the future with the selection of Cooper Connolly and Oliver Peake, and what may be their reckoning over the next 12 months.
We then dissect the Australia A squads chosen for the four day and one day formats and their tour of India. What may be the reasoning behind the exclusion of both Matthew Kuhnemann and Kurtis Patterson? And can what is essentially the next best Top 6 batters in Australia finally do enough to get their foot in the door to Test selection? And how does the white ball squad line up with potential selections in next years ODI World Cup up for grabs?
Questions are asked, and questions are answered. Hopefully it proves to be of interest to you cricket fans out there.
For this and other podcasts, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting.
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting
Email: billiscric[email protected]
Twitter:@realmetalkevin
Bluesky:@metalkevin.bsky.social
Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @slashingthroughthecordon
47 min - Episode 39: Australia's Bowling Blitz Saves Batting Blushes
On today's episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, we talk about everything that is happening in the world of cricket, at home and abroad.
On today's episode we look at the 2nd Test between Australia and Bangladesh, and ponder what a Test match that goes three balls into the third session on Day 2 really does for Test cricket. We discuss what the outcome of the Test and the series does for both teams going forward.
Following this I will offer you my opinions on the squad that i think Australia should take to South Africa, and the reasoning why. It's fair to say that this will be nothing like the team that actually goes.
Questions are asked, and questions are answered. Hopefully it proves to be of interest to you cricket fans out there.
For this and other podcasts, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting.
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting
Email: billiscric[email protected]
Twitter:@realmetalkevin
Bluesky:@metalkevin.bsky.social
Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @slashingthroughthecordon
39 min - Episode 38: Bangladesh Play Test Cricket to Complete Famous Victory
On today's episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, we talk about everything that is happening in the world of cricket, at home and abroad.
On today's episode I discuss the fallout from Bangladesh's famous victory over Australia in the 1st Test in Darwin. In a match where Bangladesh played the perfect match of Test cricket, they blindsided an underdone and ill-prepared Australian team that looked as though they thought they just had to turn up to win.
I'll look at the performance of the bowling quartet as well as Australia's faltering top order, discuss the pros and cons, as well as the decision to jettison Jake Weatherald and bring in Matt Renshaw for Mackay. If it all sounds a bit familiar, you are probably right.
Questions are asked, and questions are answered. Hopefully it proves to be of interest to you cricket fans out there.
For this and other podcasts, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting.
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting
Email: billiscric[email protected]
Twitter:@realmetalkevin
Bluesky:@metalkevin.bsky.social
Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @slashingthroughthecordon
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Slashing Through the Cordon
03:03 Discussion of Bangladesh's Victory in 1st Test
08:43 Talk of Australia's Bowling
17:48 Analysis of Australian Test Top Six
25:47 Can Australia Carry Two Allrounders
30:27 Discussion on Selections and the Run of Favourites
38:04 Test Prediction and Thoughts on Future of Top End Tests
43 min - Episode 37: 1st Test Preview - Australia vs Bangladesh
On today's episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, we talk about everything that is happening in the world of cricket, at home and abroad.
Today I will give a review of the warm up game played by Bangladesh against the Cricket Australia XI over the weekend, before I go into a preview of the First Test to be played by Australia and Bangladesh starting in Darwin this week. We check out the teams, offer up opinions, and talk about what the outcomes for teams and individuals alike may occur.
Questions are asked, and questions are answered. Hopefully it proves to be of interest to you cricket fans out there.
For this and other podcasts, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting.
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting
Email: billiscric[email protected]
Twitter:@realmetalkevin
Bluesky:@metalkevin.bsky.social
Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @slashingthroughthecordon
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Slashing Through the Cordon
02:57 Bangladesh Warm-Up Performance against Cricket Australia XI
09:49 Analysis of Bangladesh Test Squad
13:09 Analysis of Australian Test Top Six
22:09 Australian Bowling Conundrum
27:10 Test Prediction and Thoughts on Future of Top End Tests
34 min - Episode 36: Is Clicking Cheating or Gamesmanship?
On today's episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, we talk about everything that is happening in the world of cricket, at home and abroad, with our special guest co-host Josh.
Topics of the conversation include:
Cricket Australia have floated an idea that they should take an Ashes Test match to India in order to showcase it to the world. We discuss this idiocy as well as the pandering to future investors in taking the opening BBL match to the same country.
England has anointed their new coach and captain following the end of the Bazball era. Is this the start of Flemball? And are either of the new appointees qualified to get England out of their slump?
The venues for the 2027 Ashes in England have been announced. We discuss the pros and cons.
The huge topic of the week is the finger clicking scandal in English club cricket. We discuss the events, the fallout and the repercussions, and whether any or all of it is completely necessary or over the top. It's finger clicking good!
Questions are asked, and questions are answered. Hopefully it proves to be of interest to you cricket fans out there.
For this and other podcasts, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting.
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting
Email: billiscric[email protected]
Twitter:@realmetalkevin
Bluesky:@metalkevin.bsky.social
Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @slashingthroughthecordon
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Slashing Through the Cordon
02:18 Cricket Australia Wants to Take an Ashes Test to India
11:27 Fleming and Root Become England's Back to the Future
21:49 No Ashes Tests at Headingley or Old Trafford in 2027
25:21 Is Clicky Ponting a Cheat or Just Using Gamesmanship
40:25 Local Cricket Pre-Season and Nets for Old Blokes
48 min - Episode 35: 'Nothing to See Here' as Test Squad Announced
On today's episode of Slashing Through the Cordon, we talk about everything that is happening in the world of cricket, at home and abroad.
Topics of the conversation include:
Australia's Test squad for the two Test series against Bangladesh has been announced, and we go through the players chosen.
The selectors have stuck with their winning squad from the Ashes - unless you were one of the fill-ins for injured players. Then you got left out. We discuss the scenario.
Can Australia continue to win over their 21 Test 12 months schedule ahead of them, especially given the dearth of runs from the top order. We look ahead to who they have to play over that time frame.
The format for the upcoming ODI and T20 World Cups is going through another change, which again ignores the input and improvement from the Associate teams, and looks to maximise as many India vs Pakistan matches that it can. we discuss the consequences.
Questions are asked, and questions are answered. Hopefully it proves to be of interest to you cricket fans out there.
For this and other podcasts, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at Metal Cavern Podcasting.
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/metalcavernpodcasting
Email: billiscric[email protected]
Twitter:@realmetalkevin
Bluesky:@metalkevin.bsky.social
Instagram: @metalcavernpodcasting @slashingthroughthecordon
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Australian Cricket Squad and Series
01:28 Australian Cricket's Long-Term Outlook and Test Series
03:23 Changes to the Cricket World Cup Formats
04:19 Analysis of the Australian Test Squad for Bangladesh
05:17 Player Performance and Selection Decisions
08:44 Key Players and Their Form
11:08 Bowling Lineup and Spin Options
14:00 Cameron Green and Batting Concerns
17:02 Future of Australian Spin Bowling
19:28 Bowling Selections and Player Competition
22:13 Batting Lineup and Player Form
27:29 Critique of ICC's World Cup Format Changes
33:48 Impact of Format Changes on Associate Nations
36:19 India-Pakistan Matchups and World Cup Politics
39:07 The Future of T20 and One Day Cricket
41:31 Closing Remarks and Personal Reflections
45 min
About Slashing Through the Cordon
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A fan of cricket podcasts on cricket at all levels. International. Domestic. Club.