Stick to Cricket presents Best of Batsmen! 🏏We’ve brought together some of the greatest batsmen and biggest characters to appear on Stick to Cricket, featuring Brian Lara, Michael Hussey, Joe Root, Sir Geoffrey Boycott, Lord Ian Botham, Justin Langer and Freddie Flintoff.

Brian Lara delivers a batting masterclass, sharing his thoughts on technique, playing the game and what it takes to become one of cricket’s greats. Michael Hussey looks back on life in the IPL with MS Dhoni and gives an insight into what it was like playing alongside one of the game’s most iconic captains.

Joe Root discusses how he improved his game and the journey that saw him become one of England’s greatest-ever batsmen, while Justin Langer goes deep on cricketing research, technique and the finer details that can make a difference at the highest level. Sir Geoffrey Boycott reflects on some of cricket’s greatest players and what made them so special, while Lord Ian Botham shares stories from his playing days and gives us a glimpse into the characters and moments that shaped his remarkable career.

Plus, Freddie Flintoff talks about nearly joining the WWE and what it was like stepping into a completely different sporting world.

From batting technique and preparation to unforgettable stories from the dressing room, this is a celebration of some of the greatest batsmen and personalities to have featured on the show.

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0:46 - Brian Lara: Batting Masterclass & Switching to Right-Handed Golf

11:04 - Andrew Flintoff: The WWE Contract That Nearly Happened

16:32 - Joe Root & Alastair Cook: Being Dropped & the Root Scoop

25:05 - Sir Geoffrey Boycott: Uncovered Pitches, Judging Length & Bradman

31:20 - Lord Ian Botham: Beefy or …

38:10 - Justin Langer: Batting Technique, Kicking the Bin & Lunch with Sir Alex

48:44 - Michael Hussey: Inside MS Dhoni's Chennai Super Kings

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ECB CEO Richard Gould joins Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, Darren Gough and David "Bumble" Lloyd for the latest episode of Stick to Cricket, discussing Ashes ticket prices, the lack of Test cricket in the North next year, and the biggest challenges facing English and international cricket - Brought to you by Betfair.

Gould gives an insight into life as ECB CEO, the finances behind English cricket and the relationship between the 18 counties and The Hundred. The panel also discuss broadcast rights, the growing influence of franchise leagues and what the ICC's Future Tours Programme could mean for international cricket.

Attention then turns to England, with the team reviewing the past year and discussing the importance of winning trophies. Gould also reveals whether England could follow other major sports teams with an Amazon or Netflix documentary and explains how the ECB plans to continue growing the women's game.

Elsewhere, the conversation turns to the widening financial gap between cricketing nations, the challenges facing the global game and what can be done to protect international cricket.

Plus, the panel debate Ashes ticket prices, the importance of Test cricket in the North and put your community questions to one of the most influential figures in English cricket.

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2:46 - ICC Future Tour Plans and Franchise Leagues

7:37 - Life as ECB CEO and Money in English Cricket

11:13 - The 18 Counties and the The Hundred

15:10 - Broadcast Rights

22:42 - England’s Year Reviewed

25:42 - Could England do an Amazon or Netflix Documentary?

30:13 - Growth of the Women’s Game

33:17 - Winning Trophies and Hardest Parts of the Job

42:26 - The Widening Gap of Nations and Global Finances

49:21 - Ashes Ticket Prices and Northern Test Venues

57:35 - Community Questions

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Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, Darren Gough and David "Bumble" Lloyd discuss Harry Brook's incredible talent, England's Ashes preparations and the latest changes to the Test set-up under Stephen Fleming - Brought to you by Betfair.

The panel discuss Fleming's arrival and what it could mean for England, while attention also turns to Marcus Trescothick's future and whether a return to county cricket could be his next move. The team then look ahead to the Ashes, debating England's choice of venues and the grounds that could prove crucial throughout the series.

The conversation then turns to Harry Brook, with the panel comparing his talent to Kevin Pietersen and discussing what makes him such a unique player. Vaughan also explains why he believes Brook can win England a white-ball trophy as the team debate just how far he can go in the game.

Elsewhere, the team discuss whether there is simply too much cricket being played, England's ODI series against Sri Lanka and react to Darren Lehmann's comments on the importance of county cricket ahead of the Ashes.

Plus, the panel look back on their favourite Mark Wood moments and there's plenty more laughs and strong opinions along the way.

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0:00 - Morning Banter & Golf Tournaments

1:51 - Darren Gough Arrives, Yorkshire Talk

5:17 - Cooking Contests

12:50 - England’s Chaotic Eight Months

15:51 - Stephen Fleming In, Bazball Assessed

22:23 - Trescothik, the Coaching Market & Lancs Watch

27:40 - Ashes Venues & Ticket Debate

35:10 - Cruises & Robot Mowers

42:04 - KP vs Harry Brook

47:28 - County Run-In & Community Questions

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Stick to Cricket returns from Lord's as Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, Phil Tufnell and David "Bumble" Lloyd are joined by Jackson Warne for a special episode celebrating the life, career and legacy of his father, the legendary Shane Warne - Brought to you by Betfair.

Jackson reflects on growing up with one of cricket's greatest ever players, sharing stories about life with his dad and what Shane was like away from the game. The panel also look back on the iconic 'Ball of the Century' and some of the moments that made Warne such a special cricketer.

The conversation then turns to life beyond cricket, with Jackson sharing stories involving Kylie Minogue, Ed Sheeran and the famous orange wicket, before the panel reflect on their years working alongside Warne at Sky Sports and the memories they shared together.

Elsewhere, the team build their greatest XI featuring players from Warne's era and debate why one of cricket's greatest tactical minds never captained Australia. They also discuss the impact Warne had on the game and why his influence continues to be felt around the world.

Plus, the panel reflect on the 100th Test at Lord's, answer your community questions and celebrate the incredible legacy Shane Warne left behind.

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0:00 - 100th Test at Lord’s

3:18 - Jackson Warne joins

13:15 - ‘The Ball of the Century’

19:40 - Growing up with Dad

24:00 - Kylie, Ed Sheeran and the orange wicket

34:52 - Life at Sky

48:00 - Building the greatest XI

53:36 - Why Shane Warne never captained Australia

1:00:07 - The Shane Warne legacy

1:07:52 - Community questions

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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.

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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

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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.

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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

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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.

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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

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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.

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Texts cost £2 plus your standard network rate. Lines close at 11pm on Monday 31st August 2026. You must be 18 or over.

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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

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