Stick to Cricket

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Welcome to Stick to Cricket - brought to you by Betfair - where legends of the game come together for unfiltered insight, untold stories, and proper cricket chat!

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Number 1: Sir Geoffrey Boycott: England Curfews, Yorkshire Cricket and 100th Hundred! | Stick to Cricket EP 60
Sir Geoffrey Boycott joins Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, Phil Tufnell and David "Bumble" Lloyd at Headingley for a special episode of Stick to Cricket, reflecting on his legendary career, England's recent struggles and some unforgettable stories from Yorkshire cricket - Brought to you by Betfair. Boycott discusses the drinking culture of his playing days, life on tour and how discipline has changed in modern sport, including his thoughts on curfews and a brilliant story involving legendary football manager Brian Clough. The panel also discuss Manchester United and react to the decision not to host an Ashes Test in the North. Attention then turns to England, with Boycott giving his thoughts on the team's last nine months and what needs to improve moving forward. He also looks back on growing up in Yorkshire cricket and shares some brilliant stories about the great Fred Trueman. Elsewhere, Boycott reflects on one of the defining moments of his career, scoring his 100th first-class hundred at his home ground of Headingley, before discussing the batting technique that made him one of England's greatest opening batters. Plus, Boycott names his all-time XI and there's plenty more laughs, stories and strong opinions from Headingley along the way. Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket! 🙌 🏏 3:20 - Drinking culture and touring life 6:04 - No Ashes venue in the North 14:38 - Discipline, curfews and Brian Clough 19:51 - Manchester United 22:46 - England’s last nine months 28:52 - Growing up in Yorkshire cricket 40:07 - Fred Trueman stories 45:15 - The 100th hundred at Headingley 1:00:42 - Technique and Boycott’s all time XI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 01, 20261h 18min
Number 2: England Hire Pietersen, Ashes Ticket Prices and Edgbaston Preview! | Stick to Cricket EP 61
Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, Phil Tufnell and David "Bumble" Lloyd react to Kevin Pietersen joining England as a white-ball mentor, Pakistan's latest problems and the rising cost of watching the Ashes - Brought to you by Betfair. The panel discuss Pietersen's new role with England before attention turns to Pakistan, with players being sent home and yet another coaching change causing concern. Bumble gives his verdict on the situation, while the team discuss the pressures facing Pakistan cricket and a memorable meeting with King Charles. Attention then turns to the action on the pitch, with the panel looking ahead to the Test at Edgbaston, discussing Imam-ul-Haq's injury and assessing the bowlers throughout the series. Elsewhere, there’s debate around Ollie Robinson, the importance of having genuine pace and whether Pakistan have offered enough against England. Plus, the team look ahead to the Ashes, discussing England's chances against Australia and the controversy surrounding ticket prices. The panel ask whether cricket is becoming too expensive for ordinary supporters and why making the game accessible to fans remains so important. Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket! 🙌 🏏 Donate to help Studley Royal Cricket Club rebuild their paviliion: https://gofund.me/958f17166 Read the full story here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c62je2384g1o 0:00 - England hire Kevin Pietersen 15:14 - Studio catch up 22:53 - Hat-tricks 25:02 - Pakistan chaos 30:47 - Shahid Afridi 36:58 - Ollie Robinson’s summer 44:30 - Betfair’s Ashes odds 46:33 - Ashes ticket prices 56:20 - Wedding helicopter 1:04:58 - Community questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 08, 20261h 15min
Number 3: Headingley Reaction, Carse Cuffed and Lord’s Test Preview! | Stick to Cricket EP 59
Stick to Cricket comes from Headingley as Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, Phil Tufnell and David "Bumble" Lloyd are joined by former Pakistan captain and PCB chairman Ramiz Raja to discuss England's off-field problems, Pakistan cricket and the latest ahead of the 2027 Ashes - Brought to you by Betfair. The panel start by discussing Brydon Carse and the team's off-field problems before assessing England's seam attack and whether their fast bowlers can make the difference against Australia. Ramiz then reflects on his time running the PCB, the challenges of leading Pakistan cricket and his relationship with Imran Khan. He also shares stories from his playing career and gives his thoughts on the current state of the game. Elsewhere, the team react to Headingley missing out on hosting an Ashes Test and Australia’s current batting issues, while sharing some brilliant dressing room stories. Plus, the panel answer your community questions and there's plenty more laughs and strong opinions from Headingley along the way. Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket! 🙌 🏏 Win a VIP cricket experience, thanks to Impulse Decisions. You and three guests could enjoy Skyline Hospitality for England versus Pakistan at Edgbaston on Wednesday 9th September 2026 - including premium balcony seats, food and drink throughout the day, plus travel and a hotel stay. Texts cost £2 plus your standard network rate. Lines close at 11pm on Monday 31st August 2026. You must be 18 or over. For full terms and conditions, including online and free entry, go to http://winwithsticktocricket.com 0:00 - Welcome to Headingley 5:53 - Brydon Carse and England’s off field problems 13:45 - Ramiz Raja joins 23:55 - Raja on running the PCB 28:48 - Imran Khan 36:01 - England’s magnificent seam attack 41:22 - No Ashes Test at Headingley 50:33 - Dressing room tales 53:14 - Lord’s preview and Australia’s batting issues 59:00 - Community questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
August 25, 20261h 6min
Number 4: Matthew Hoggard: Shane Warne, Brett Lee & England Dressing Room Stories! | Stick to Cricket EP 57
Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook and David "Bumble" Lloyd are joined by former England fast bowler Matthew Hoggard to relive some of the funniest stories from his playing career and look back on one of England's most memorable eras - Brought to you by Betfair. Hoggard reflects on his journey into international cricket, explains why he always felt he had a point to prove and shares brilliant stories from England tours, including unforgettable moments involving Brett Lee, Shane Warne and the dressing room antics that fans have never heard before. The panel also discuss England's curfew rules on tour, the changing culture of the game and what life was really like inside one of England's most successful dressing rooms. Hoggard gives his thoughts on retirement, coaching and reveals the bowlers he admired most throughout his career. Elsewhere, the team revisit Brian Lara's iconic 400, debate Hoggard's best years in an England shirt, build an all-time XI, answer your community questions and, as always, share plenty of laughs along the way. Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket 🙌🏏 0:00 - Intro & BBQ 13:14 - Myth buster: the imaginary dog walk in India 27:47 - The 2005 bowling attack 31:25 - Trent Bridge: Brett Lee and Warne 35:17 - Bowling Buddies 41:57 - Retirement chat 51:25 - Picking his best XI 57:34 - Community questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
August 12, 20261h 4min
Number 5: Pakistan Preview, Australia Embarrassed and Fleming Head Coach! | Stick to Cricket EP 58
Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, Phil Tufnell and David "Bumble" Lloyd discuss Stephen Fleming and his backroom staff, Joe Root's return as Test captain and the latest talking points from the world of cricket - Brought to you by Betfair. The panel react to Bangladesh's win over Australia and debate whether England missed a huge opportunity to beat their Ashes rivals. Attention then turns to England's Test captaincy, with Joe Root back in the role and the team discussing whether he or Harry Brook should lead England into the next Ashes and World Cup. The conversation also turns to Ben Stokes, England's curfew and whether the former captain could make a return, while Vaughan reflects on his interview with Brendon McCullum. Cook also looks ahead to England's upcoming Test series against Pakistan, previewing the key battles and what to expect from both sides. Elsewhere, the panel discuss Mo Bobat’s London Spirit and why The Hundred remains an important competition for English players. There's also a look at the next generation coming through in the Metro Bank cup, with plenty more laughs and strong opinions from the panel along the way. Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket! 🙌 🏏 Win a VIP cricket experience, thanks to Impulse Decisions. You and three guests could enjoy Skyline Hospitality for England versus Pakistan at Edgbaston on Wednesday 9th September 2026 - including premium balcony seats, food and drink throughout the day, plus travel and a hotel stay. Texts cost £2 plus your standard network rate. Lines close at 11pm on Monday 31st August 2026. You must be 18 or over. For full terms and conditions, including online and free entry, go to http://winwithsticktocricket.com Fielders moving and gamesmanship — 3:57 Football chat — 6:49 The Hundred final — 12:58 Is The Hundred good for the county game? — 16:39 Young talent & fast-tracking — 22:10 Stephen Fleming appointed & Root back as captain — 29:07 Bangladesh beat Australia & Pakistan preview — 47:07 Village cricket clips & community questions — 55:16 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
August 18, 20261h 9min