Fifty years ago, England were blown away in the Ashes by the sheer pace of Dennis Lillee and

Jeff Thomson. The 1974/75 series didn’t just crush England it changed Test cricket forever.

In this episode, I’m joined by David Tossell, author of Blood on the Tracks, a new book about the contest, to look back at one of the most brutal Ashes series in history. We talk about the fearsome fast-bowling duo, England’s injury-ravaged struggles, and the lasting impact of that unforgettable series.

It’s a fascinating chat with David, covering the build-up to the series, the recall of a former England great, and the visitors battle to come to terms with a new era of Test cricket built on sheer pace and intimidation.

As the saying goes: Ashes to ashes, dust to dust; if Lillee don’t get you, Thommo must.

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Rab Havlin joins me to reflect on a successful 2024 season, which saw him claim his second-ever Group 1 victory alongside several other big-race wins. We also discuss his nearmiss in the 2024 Derby at Epsom, the story behind that race and what might have been.

Plus, Rab gives insight into life at John and Thady Gosden’s Clarehaven Stables in Newmarket and looks ahead to what 2025 has in store.

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In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, Stephen Wallis continues his conversation with former England international Roland Butcher, following their recent Roland Reflects episode. This time, Roland shares his expert insights on the prospects of a two-tier Test match setup.

Will such a structure become a reality? Could promotion and relegation reshape the traditional format? And how might it impact the financial landscape for cricketing nations?

Join us for another thought-provoking discussion with one of the game's leading

cricket minds, as we explore the future of Test cricket.

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In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, host Stephen Wallis welcomes back cricketing

expert Roland Butcher to review England’s winter tour of New Zealand. The former England International shares his always insightful thoughts on England’s success, analyses their 2024 Test match performances, and offers his expert take on England’s newest rising star, Jacob Bethell, the exciting young talent born in Barbados.

Roland concludes the episode by giving his predictions for the upcoming Champion Trophy which is due to commence on 19 February.

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As the historic match between the Afghanistan Women's XI and Cricket Without Borders XI at

Junction Oval approaches, The Paddock and The Pavilion continues its build-up.

Host Stephen Wallis, who has been working on a series about Shazia Rahman Zazai one of the players in this landmark game welcomes a special guest to the show.

Clare Cannon, founder and one of the driving forces behind Cricket Without Borders,

joins to discuss the fantastic work the organisation does in creating opportunities for young women in cricket. She also shares her own cricketing journey and all the details about this significant match.

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In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, host Stephen Wallis continues his series with Shazia Rahman Zazai, the ex captain of the Afghanistan Women’s Cricket Team, who now resides in Canberra.

Shazia reflects on her recent trip to watch the Women’s Ashes, sharing her thoughts on England’s performance, before updating listeners on the historic match she’s preparing for on the 30th of January at the Junction Oval in Melbourne. This special game against the Cricket Without Borders XI marks a significant milestone for Shazia and her fellow Afghan women cricketers, celebrating their achievements since arriving in Australia in late 2021.

Tune in to hear Shazia’s inspiring story and her excitement for this momentous event.

If you would like to watch this historic match on 30 January click on the link below

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7ytxpTcU5A

Part 3

https://chrt.fm/track/4F8ACF/pscrb.fm/rss/p/traffic.megaphone.fm/COMG4642597873.mp3?updated=1738054234

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This is the third instalment of a five-part series with Shazia Rahman Zazai, the ex captain

of the Afghanistan women's cricket team. In this episode, we feature two interviews recorded in October and January, where Shazia reflects on her 2024/25 cricket season so far, playing for Eastlake in Canberra and First Grade cricket in Sydney with Campbelltown where she has been playing with England under 19 international players.

Part 2 - The road to Sydney & hopes of a refugee team

https://chrt.fm/track/4F8ACF/pscrb.fm/rss/p/traffic.megaphone.fm/COMG2085791569.mp3?updated=1737993708

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In this episode of The Paddock and The Pavilion, we bring you part two of our inspiring series with Shazia Rahman Zazai, the former captain of the Afghanistan women’s cricket team. Recorded in September, Shazia reflects on the challenges in her home country, the exciting potential of an Afghan refugee team in Australia, and the ongoing support from the Australian

Cricket Board.

Hear the inside story of the letter sent to the ICC by Afghan women’s players living in Australia, along with Shazia’s plans for the 2024/25 season and her training sessions with an Australian cricket legend.

This is another inspiring chapter in Shazia’s journey—a story of resilience, ambition, and a passion for cricket. Don’t miss it!

Part 1 - Eastlake's Double Top season

https://chrt.fm/track/4F8ACF/pscrb.fm/rss/p/traffic.megaphone.fm/COMG4397848264.mp3?updated=1735808708

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In this special episode, I’m joined by a familiar voice on the podcast, Roland Butcher. Known for his expert cricketing insights, Roland takes us beyond the boundary as we delve into something deeply personal and profoundly inspiring: his forthcoming autobiography, Breaking Barriers: Barbados to England and Back.

Roland made history in 1980 as the first black cricketer to represent England, and in this conversation, we discuss the story behind his landmark book, which is set to launch in Barbados in April and the UK in May. More than just a cricket memoir, the book chronicles Roland’s journey—from humble beginnings in Barbados to making history on the cricket field.

For the next twenty minutes, Roland reveals the people who have been most important to him throughout his life and shares his hopes that Breaking Barriers will motivate people around the world to pursue their dreams and overcome challenges.

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After an engaging series of episodes covering the Women’s Ashes, we’re starting our 2025 racing episodes with a very special guest—rising star in horse racing journalism, Sam Martin.

A familiar name to our podcast followers, Sam reflects on her remarkable year in 2024. From writing for The Times at the Cheltenham Festival, where she worked alongside the legendary

broadcaster Brough Scott, to attending Royal Ascot for the first time, it’s been a year to remember.

In this episode, Sam shares her experiences, discusses the equine stars of 2024—both in National Hunt and on the flat—and offers her expert predictions for the major races of 2025. Her knowledge, insight, and passion for horse racing promise an exciting and insightful start to this year’s racing coverage.

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