Yorkshire Cricket: Covers Off

Covers Off has another huge name on the microphone with Indian spin king Ravichandran Ashwin.

Ashwin reveals his fascinating cricket story, from playing in the streets with his neighbours as a five-year-old to being arguably the best spin bowler in world cricket at the moment.

The Indian international tells us what is keeping him occupied during lockdown, why he enjoys playing county cricket so much and what made him want to join Yorkshire in 2020.

As a player who has played 71 Test Matches, 111 ODIs and countless matches in the IPL, you won’t be surprised to hear that Ashwin’s six-a-side team is simply ridiculous!

Covers Off is delighted to welcome an England and Yorkshire legend in Michael Vaughan for episode 12.

Vaughan talks through his cricketing journey after (whisper it quietly) moving from Manchester to Sheffield at a young age.

The former England skipper tells Tim Bresnan and Richard Pyrah why his favourite memories in cricket came during his early years at Yorkshire and reveals his philosophy as Captain which inspired England to one of the most famous Ashes series victories in Test history.

Vaughan answers your Twitter questions, including how one of his favourite Test centuries came at Headingley and his thoughts when previous guest Anthony McGrath took the gloves during Vaughan's first game as Captain at Lord’s in 2003.

On the day that would have been the Game of Roses, Covers Off talks to Yorkshire’s new T20 Captain David Willey.

Willey talks about his route into cricket at Northamptonshire, playing four years in the Big Bash under Justin Langer, his experiences with England and his new love for gardening!

The all-rounder also sets out his plans for the team and shares his thoughts on how to move the Yorkshire Vikings forward in this format of the game.

This week Covers Off shines a light on our very own Tim Bresnan who reflects on a stellar career to date.

Richard Pyrah and Producer Kate run through a cricket CV that includes two Ashes victories, one T20 World Cup, two County Championships and one Big Bash.

Bresnan lifts the lid on which England player was responsible for the sprinkler down under and what happens when you’re accidentally left with a hotel master key on tour.

The trio also look back on some of their favourite moments from the Covers Off podcasts so far.

Former Yorkshire opening batsman Matthew Wood is the special guest for the ninth episode of the Covers Off Podcast.

Hosts Tim Bresnan and Richard Pyrah lift the lid on life in the Yorkshire squad with Wood, including an eventful cricket trip to Belfast, Steven Patterson’s suspected broken arm (maybe) off the bowling of Tino Best and an Anthony McGrath prank on Dominic Cork.

Before learning that you should never let Tim Bresnan book your flight to Spain, Wood talks through his current role as a Personal Development Manager at the Professional Cricketers’ Association and how important this support is for young cricketers.

Former England and Leeds United goalkeeper Nigel Martyn is the special guest for episode eight of the Covers Off podcast.

It was only a matter of time before supporters Tim Bresnan and Richard Pyrah spoke to a Leeds legend. They discuss Martyn's glittering playing career which blossomed thanks to the Bristol Rovers Tea Lady.

A regular attendee at Emerald Headingley, the former goalkeeper also talks about his love for cricket and playing as a wicketkeeper batsman for Knaresbrorough.

Gary Ballance is occupying the crease on episode seven of the Yorkshire Cricket Covers Off Podcast.

The Yorkshire batsman takes an entertaining look through his career, from rooming with Joe Root, his obsession with batting and how to enjoy a victory.

Ballance also gives an honest account of his England career to date and the challenges of international cricket.

Our lockdown coverage continues as hosts Tim Bresnan and Richard Pyrah are joined by Richard Damms.

The Academy's Head Coach gives an insight into what Yorkshire look for in young hopefuls and his experience of working with players who have gone on to play for the White Rose's first team.

Damms also talks about the lighter side of Academy life, and strange requests from players, including a young Yorkshire bowler requesting 'indoor sawdust'.

Hosts Tim Bresnan and Richard Pyrah are back together and joined by another Yorkshire stalwart in Anthony McGrath.

The former all-rounder talks about his illustrious career at Emerald Headingley and an eventful final Test Match for England. 'Mags' also reminisces about some of his infamous pranks, and is the former White Rose Captain the 'Yorkshire Snipper'?!

Sit back, enjoy, and be sure to subscribe and listen to some fantastic podcasts, including England Captain Joe Root.

Richard Pyrah is back and takes the reins for the fourth episode of the Yorkshire Cricket Podcast - Covers Off this week.

In this episode, Pyrah is joined by Yorkshire's Duanne Olivier who is currently on lockdown at his home in South Africa. The fast bowler talks through his impressive career to date and speaks openly about his decision to join Yorkshire.

Pyrah is also joined by dressing room attendant Mick Cadmore who offers yet more insight into the Yorkshire camp.