Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Alastair Cook and David Lloyd are back – brought to you by Betfair.

The biggest story in cricket has dominated the headlines this week, as Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson are dropped for England’s second Test against New Zealand, they give their verdict on the situation and whether the punishment fits the offence.

The team debate why curfews rarely work in professional sport, what standards international players should be held to, and whether the controversy should have any impact on Stokes’ position as England captain.

There’s also reaction to Rob Key’s latest interview, discussing what his comments mean for the England setup and the direction of the team moving forward.

Attention then turns back to cricket, as the team assesses England’s position in the current Test match and look ahead to the next clash with New Zealand.

Who comes in? Who misses out? And what changes should England make?

Joining the show are Alex Hartley and Kate Cross, who share their thoughts on the Women’s T20 World Cup, assess England’s chances of success, and make their tournament predictions.

0:00 Intro

07:58 Stokes & Atkinson drama

13:15 Rob Key's press conference

16:01 Do curfews work?

28:41 Test reaction and preview

38:40 Root captaincy

54:30 Alex Hartley and Kate Cross join

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Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook and David “Bumble” Lloyd are joined Shaun Udal — brought to you by Betfair.

Shaun reflects on how the game became such a huge part of his life from an early age.

The panel discuss the greatest fast bowlers they’ve seen, with Shaun explaining why Malcolm Marshall remains the benchmark from his era.

Shaun also looks back on one of the most remarkable moments of his career, receiving his England call-up at the age of 37. He opens up what it meant to represent his country later than most.

The conversation turns to two of cricket’s all-time greats, Shane Warne and Malcolm Marshall. Shaun reflects on the impact Warne had on the game, what it was like sharing dressing rooms with both legends, and the lessons he learned from two of the sport’s greatest minds.

Shaun discusses being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, how he first discovered something was wrong, and the challenges of adapting to life after the diagnosis.

Plus, the panel debate England’s current direction under Brendon McCullum.

0:00 Intro

11:29 How Shaun got into cricket

23:26 Malcolm Marshall brilliance

31:49 England Test call-up

33:00 Impact of Shane Warne

41:15 Retirement

45:02 Battle with Parkinson's

54:06 Community Questions

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Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook and David “Bumble” Lloyd are joined by Liam Livingstone — brought to you by Betfair.

The episode begins with a look ahead to England’s upcoming Test match against New Zealand, as the panel debate team selection and who should get the nod.

Liam then reflects on his experiences in the IPL, discussing what it’s like playing in the competition and revealing one rule change he believes could improve both the playing and viewing experience.

The conversation turns to 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who has taken the IPL by storm. The panel discussed his remarkable rise, incredible talent, and just how high his ceiling could be.

Livingstone also opens up about his long absence from the England setup, revealing where the problems began, the conversations he’s had with Rob Key and Brendon McCullum, and whether he still has ambitions of pulling on an England shirt again.

0:00 Intro

09:06 England vs New Zealand

12:45 IPL system

17:10 Vaibhav Sooryavanshi sweeps awards

26:33 RCB and Andy Flower

32:24 Liam's England situation

59:36 Village Cricket reactions

01:04:05 Community Questions

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Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook and David “Bumble” Lloyd are joined by special guest Monty Panesar — brought to you by Betfair.

The conversation starts with life after cricket, as Monty reveals he’s still as competitive as ever and regularly playing sport.

Monty reflects on how he first got into cricket and the journey that eventually led him to representing England on the biggest stage. While he looks back fondly on his career, he also opens up about the struggles he faced along the way and some of the regrets he still carries.

The panel also revisit Shane Warne’s famous comments about Monty, a topic that’s followed him throughout his career, and hear his honest thoughts on the criticism.

There are plenty of great memories too, including England’s iconic 2009 Ashes victory, his partnership with Jimmy Anderson, and the toughest batter he ever bowled against.

The discussion also turns to the Steve Smith situation 🍿

And of course, we had to talk spin bowling. Is spin dying in cricket? Who are England’s key spin options moving forward? And what does the future look like for spinners in the modern game?

0:00 Intro

17:07 How Monty got into cricket

21:51 Monty's England career

30:13 Warne comments

37:15 Ashes & England memories

39:40 Steve Smith

44:41 Spin options

46:22 Bashir's situation

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Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook and David “Bumble” Lloyd are joined by special guest Darren Gough — brought to you by Betfair.

In this episode, Gough opens up about the injuries that forced him into retirement, his unexpected journey on Strictly Come Dancing, and how a show he initially hated quickly became something he loved.

The team also reflects on Gough’s career, life after cricket, and the transition away from the game.

A major talking point is the England selector role, as Darren reveals all... from applying for the job, to learning he’d been rejected, and the England side he would have picked.

Plus, the panel takes a closer look at the current England setup, Brendon McCullum’s future, and the future of England’s development structure.

00:00- Intro

07:00- Knee Surgery Story

15:44 -European League Explained

26:27- England Selector Job Interview

50:09- Regional Lions Pathway

01:01:51- English Coaches Debate

01:04:54-Community Questions

01:08:04- Bazball Under Pressure

01:11:28- Future Roles And Mentoring

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Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook and David Lloyd are back – brought to you by Betfair.

This week, Tuffers gives his reaction to the dramatic ending to West Ham vs Arsenal, before the panel dive into the latest England news.

The team discuss reports that Marcus North is set to become England’s new selector — is it the right appointment?

There’s also a closer look at England’s batting options, including Emilio Gay and James Rew, while Ben Stokes returns to action ahead of England’s clash with New Zealand next month.

Plus, Hardik Pandya makes headlines again following reports around his social media activity after missing recent games through injury.

0:00 - Intro

03:02 - West Ham v Arsenal reaction

11:02 - New England selector

19:21 - Coaching development

21:04 - Batting options

32:34 - Pandya drama

35:30 - IPL

42:30 - Women's T20 World Cup preview

43:22 - Community questions

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Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Alastair Cook and David Lloyd are back – brought to you by Betfair.

Sir Alastair Cook responds to the criticism surrounding Bethell and the IPL, while the panel react to comments from Kevin Pietersen.

Emilio Gay has impressed, but is he next in line for an England call-up? And speaking of England, could Ollie Robinson be set for a return?

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues to dominate the headlines. At just 15 years old, is it too soon for an India debut or is he simply that good?

Last of all, a mystery guest joins us... 👀

0:00 - Intro

09:49 - Bumble and Lancashire Cricket

15:10 - Pietersen, Bethell and IPL

21:35 - Emilio Gay form and England

27:30 - T20 format work in longer form

37:37 - IPL review

40:40 - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi praise

47:03 - Community Questions

52:25 - Mystery guest

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Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook and David “Bumble” Lloyd are joined by former Manchester United captain and Premier League manager Steve Bruce - Brought to you by Betfair.

From life under Sir Alex Ferguson to unforgettable moments with Eric Cantona, Bruce shares brilliant stories from one of the most successful eras in English football. He opens up on Fergie’s mindset, the famous ‘hairdryer’ treatment and what it really took to survive and succeed in that Manchester United dressing room.

There’s plenty of cricket crossover too, with Bruce revealing his love for the game, growing up watching Geoffrey Boycott, and even choosing cricket over football on occasion. The panel dive into comparisons between football and cricket, debating BazBall vs winning, and what England can learn from Fergie’s ruthless mentality.

Bruce also reflects on facing some of the very best, including a nightmare encounter with Romario and how to deal with maverick talents like Cantona. There’s insight into management at the highest level too, from handling big personalities to knowing when to evolve a team.

The conversation then turns to the current game, with discussion around England’s approach, Ashes preparation and whether modern teams are missing that winning edge.

As always, it’s a mix of brilliant stories, strong opinions and plenty of laughs along the way.

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00:00 Intro

10:04 Growing Up Playing Cricket in the Northeast

16:31 Bazball vs Football – Ultra Aggressive Tactics

20:00 Sir Alex Ferguson

30:57 Eric Cantona – The Ultimate Maverick

35:42 England Cricket's Leadership & Accountability

43:47 Advice for England Cricket Management

54:58 Quickfire Questions

62:50 Who Wins the Football World Cup?

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Stick to Cricket is back as Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Alastair Cook and David Lloyd are joined by Alex Hartley — brought to you by Betfair.

This episode is packed with big debates, strong opinions, and hilarious stories from the world of cricket.

We kick things off with a deep dive into the County Championship, should substitutions be introduced into cricket, and what rule changes could reshape the game?

The conversation then shifts to the role of the Chairman Selector, sparking a wider debate around captaincy, leadership, and how much influence coaches really have at the elite level.

Things heat up as the panel rank England’s current batting order with plenty of disagreement, and question whether a return for James Anderson is realistic or just wishful thinking.

Finally, Ben Stokes’ recent interview denying any rift with Brendon McCullum takes centre stage. Is everything truly fine in the England camp, or are cracks starting to show?

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00:00- Intro

11:33- County Cricket Substitutes Debate

19:03- England Selector Job Chat

29:38- Picking England Openers

41:18- Should Jimmy Anderson Return

43:13 County Streams And Membership Pitch

47:00- Stokes and McCullum Rift Talk

56:57- IPL Table

01:02:35- Betfair Back Yours

01:07:02- Community

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In this Overlap Cricket Exclusive, Michael Vaughan sits down with IPL founder Lalit Modi for a fascinating and explosive conversation about the future of cricket.

Modi shares his vision for the global game, from the rise of the IPL as a $20 billion powerhouse to bold claims that “Test cricket is dying” and The Hundred “will completely die in three years.”

He also gives a rare insight into the business of cricket, revealing how player salaries are set to skyrocket, predicting that Jacob Bethell could earn $16 million a year, and explaining why leagues like MLC are a “complete disaster.”

The discussion also covers the biggest topics in world cricket, including the future of India vs Pakistan, the politics of the game, and why Modi believes cricket must evolve to survive.

There are brilliant stories along the way too, including how Chris Gayle’s IPL career was revived, and why young stars like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi “need protecting” as they rise to the top.

This is a candid, unfiltered conversation packed with huge opinions, bold predictions and behind-the-scenes insight from one of the most influential figures in cricket history.

0:00 — Intro: Arriving at Lalit Modi's Home

5:33 — Manchester United & Buying a Football Club

8:38 — Yuvraj Singh's Six Sixes & the Porsche Story

21:25 — Can Test Cricket Survive?

29:43 — The Hundred Will Die in 3 Years

50:21 — The 14-Year-Old Prodigy & Future of Indian Cricket

56:20 — IPL's Dominance Over World Cricket

1:01:42 — India vs Pakistan: Is It Possible?

1:14:54 — Quick Fire Questions

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