The Paddock and The Pavilion - The Horse Racing and Cricket Podcast

For our final episode in our Women’s Ashes countdown series I was joined by Sue Strachan, an ex-president of Cricket Scotland and a Scotland and FairBreak team manager.

Sue reflects on Scotland’s debut at the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup, shares her thoughts on their next challenge, and looks ahead to the Women’s Ashes. She highlights the key players, areas that could shape the series, and her hopes for three weeks of exciting cricket.

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As we continue our countdown to the Women’s Ashes, it’s Day 4 of our special series. So far, we’ve heard insights from Jane Powell, Tina Gough, and Chloe Hill. Today, it’s the turn of Rosa Simkin, the voice behind Rosa Talks Ball. Rosa is here to share her thoughts on the seven-match multi-format series, which begins this weekend.

Rosa delves into the preparations of both teams, analyses the squads, and highlights the players who could shape the outcome of this much-anticipated contest. But she’s not alone joining her are a lineup of global experts, including Jane Powell, Tina Gough, Chloe Hill, John Aaron, Sue Strachan, and Yas Daswani. Together, they give their predictions for the final

result of the series.

And that’s not all! Rosa also takes the time to discuss some of the biggest talking points in women’s cricket right now.

It’s a packed episode you won’t want to miss

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Chloe Hill, Worcestershire CCC captain, wicketkeeper, and top-order batter, joins us for Day 3 of our Women’s Ashes countdown series.

The former South East Stars player discusses changes to the 2025 women’s domestic programme, her own plans under the new Tier structure, and why she believes the Ashes is the pinnacle of the women’s game. Chloe also highlights key players and shares her prediction for the series outcome.

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Tina Gough, the German international all-rounder well known to this podcast, joins me for the second episode in our Women’s Ashes countdown series.

Tina brings us the latest from Germany’s recent European T10 tournament action in Malaga before turning her focus to the Women’s Ashes.

We discuss her thoughts on women’s Test cricket, the players she believes will have the biggest impact over the three weeks of action, and whether she thinks England can regain the Ashes.

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The England team have arrived in Australia ahead of the Women’s Ashes, and with the opening game coming up this weekend, I’ve got a feast of Ashes chat for you throughout the week.

To start the series today’s guest is someone who knows a thing or two about the fierce clashes between England and Australia. Jane Powell, now President of Yorkshire County Cricket Club, has both played and coached England against Australia.

Jane begins this episode by reflecting on her current role as President of Yorkshire before recalling her Test debut for England against the Aussies in 1985 and her time coaching England in the 2002/03 Ashes series.

There’s no one more passionate about cricket than Jane, so sit back and enjoy 30 minutes of cricketing insight and some amusing stories as she looks back on her playing and coaching days against Australia.

You’re in for a treat!

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In this special episode of The Paddock and the Pavilion, I am thrilled to welcome back Shazia Rahman Zazai, the former captain of the Afghanistan women’s cricket team, for the first part of an inspiring three-part series.

Shazia reflects on her remarkable experiences since arriving in Australia, sharing highlights from her successful 2023/24 season with Eastlake Cricket Club in Canberra. You’ll also hear from a teammate Kamalika Dasguota and the club’s president Michael Anderson about how this talented young Afghan woman has settled in and made an impact on the team and the club community.

Stay tuned for parts two and three, where Shazia will open up about her life in Australia, her thoughts on the current situation in Afghanistan, and exciting news about her move to Grade 1 cricket in Sydney.

An unmissable story of resilience, passion, and triumph—this is not to be missed.

Shazia first joined me in episode 225 - The road from turmoil to hope

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Can you imagine what would happen if cricket’s most treasured artefact, the Ashes urn was stolen on the eve of an Ashes Test at Lord’s? That’s the thrilling story Jenni Douglas brings to life in her exciting children’s book, Tess and the Ashes Catastrophe.

Jenni joins me today to discuss her exciting story, the inspiration behind her book and her deep passion for cricket and the Ashes.

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It’s always a special occasion when I get the chance to speak to a current player, and in this show I’m delighted to welcome back Warwickshire’s experienced opening bowler, Oliver

Hannon-Dalby, who first joined me on episode 18.See link below.

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Olly reflects on Warwickshire’s contrasting 2024 season, shares highlights from his testimonial year, and looks ahead to what the county hopes to achieve in 2025.

In addition, Olly gives an up close and personal view of his county colleague and now England star Jacob Bethell.

So, sit back and enjoy this engaging conversation with one of cricket’s most respected players.

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Joining me for The Scudamores at Christmas is former leading National Hunt jockey and now television presenter, Tom Scudamore.

In this festive episode, Tom reflects on growing up in the Scudamore family during his father Peter’s legendary career, his own riding exploits over the Christmas period, and his transition to life as a broadcaster.

Hear family stories with his grandfather Michael, who like Tom won the Christmas showpiece race the King George VI chase and his father’s victories in the Welsh Grand National.  Plus, Tom reflects on his most famous riding day in 2016 when he won the King George on Thistlecrack.

So, settle in and enjoy The Scudamores at Christmas!

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you all.

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Today’s horse racing episode promises to be a compelling and, for some of you, perhaps even a shocking one.

Our guest is Karen Wiltshire, a true trailblazer. In September 1978 at Salisbury, Karen made history as the first female professional jockey to win a race on the flat in the UK competing against her male counterparts. She joins us to share her remarkable journey, highlighting the immense mental and physical challenges she faced in a sport dominated by men.

Karen rode as an apprentice jockey for experienced trainer Bill Wightman and was based at Ower Farm, Upham near Winchester. During her riding career on the flat Karen rode against racing greats Willie Carson, Steve Cauthen and Pat Eddery as well as riding the Derby course at Epsom..

This is an inspiring story of resilience, determination, and breaking barriers, as Karen candidly recounts her battle for equality amidst a backdrop of bullying, prejudice, and misogyny.

You won’t want to miss it.

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