Test Match Special

Former Hampshire and England offspinner Shaun Udal joins Daniel Norcross to talk about England’s tour of India in 2006, including the famous “Ring of Fire” win in Mumbai. Plus they discuss how his life has changed since he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease in 2019.

After England’s series defeat in India, how much will England start planning for the future? We hear from coach Brendon McCullum on the defeat, on the problems facing England’s young spinners, and on Ollie Robinson’s form. Plus Dinesh Karthik joins the podcast to discuss the future of India’s lineup, with Prakash Wakankar predicting who will start for India the next time England visit.

Jonathan Agnew is alongside Michael Vaughan and Mark Ramprakash for reaction to England's defeat to India in Ranchi. They discuss how England's performance with the bat has let them down at times, plus how Shoaib Bashir and Tom Hartley have played out in India.

Ben Stokes gives his thoughts to Stephan Shemilt after the day's play, and Stephan also speaks to former India wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik on how India will reflect on their win.

Henry Moeran is alongside Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan for reaction to England's collapse with the bat on day three at Ranchi. They discuss England's chances of pulling off a miracle, whilst also looking at the issues and narrative around the use of DRS in the series.

Plus, hear from Shoaib Bashir who fancies England's chances to win and keep the series alive. Also, Stephan Shemilt speaks to former India wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik about the performance of Dhruv Jurel both with the bat and behind the stumps.

Daniel Norcross is joined by Michael Vaughan and Jack Leach to reflect on day two of the fourth test in Ranchi.

They hear from Joe Root who tells Stephan Shemilt why ‘Bazball’ is misunderstood and about how he’s dealt with criticism during the series.

Leach reacts to an incredible day for his Somerset teammate Shoaib Bashir and talks about the injury that curtailed his tour of India.

Jonathan Agnew is alongside Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan for reaction to Joe Root's 31st test century on day one at Ranchi. They discuss just how well Root played and how the pitch will affect where this test is won and lost. Also, England opener Zak Crawley speaks to Stephan Shemilt at stumps.

Plus, they talk about Rehan Ahmed's series following the news that he has travelled home because of an urgent family matter.

Stephan also speaks to Dinesh Karthik about the pitch at Ranchi and Akash Deep, who picked up 3 wickets on his debut.

Stephan Shemilt is in Ranchi on the eve of the fourth Test between England and India.

Will Stokes bowl? How big an absence is Bumrah? Stephan gets the thoughts of ESPNcricinfo writer Vithushan Ehantharajah and hears from the England captain.

Plus, TMS statistician Phil Long continues his epic journey across the country.

The India and Pakistan adventures have begun for Kate and Alex, and they’ve got the latest from the PSL and WPL camps.

Including team songs, learning Hindi and nocturnal Alex.

Look out for some special emails, too!

England were the last team to beat India in a Test series at home.

Sir Alastair Cook talks through a special tour in 2012 as England beat Tendulkar and co.

Mark Chapman is joined by England batter Tammy Beaumont, former opener Michael Carberry and Sussex Head Coach Paul Farbrace to discuss where it went wrong for England in the third Test against India.

You’ll hear Test head coach Brendan McCullum’s thoughts on England’s defeat and their style of play while we analyse the success and longevity of ‘Bazball’.

We also look ahead to how England can approach their next Test in Ranchi.