Ashes Extra: England’s Tactics, Stubbornness and the Pink-Ball Debate | Stick to Cricket
Earlier this week Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Nick Hoult and Daniel Cherny came together for a special Ashes Extra episode of Stick to Cricket, packed with all the talking points England fans are debating right now - brought to you by Betfair. 🏏With England 1-0 down and under pressure heading into the next Test, the panel assess whether Pat Cummins will be fit, how Australia might strengthen, and whether England’s tactics are becoming too predictable. They also discuss whether England’s bowling attack is actually better suited to pink-ball cricket and if the conditions could help spark a response.Nick Hoult and Daniel Cherny offer insight from both camps as the team debate England’s stubbornness, the changes they must consider, and whether Travis Head should open again after his impressive showing in Perth.With Australia looking strong and England searching for answers, the big question remains: can England bounce back?With sharp analysis, strong opinions and plenty of laughs, Ashes Extra provides the essential build-up to a crucial Test for England.Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket!00:00 - Intro02:40 - Pat Cummins03:30 - Honest thoughts on England08:30 - Pink-ball11:35 - England's tactics24:40 - Missed chance for England Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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England’s Ashes Collapse, Starc's Masterclass & Adam Gilchrist Joins | Stick to Cricket EP 23
Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Adam Gilchrist and Sir Alastair Cook return for a brand-new episode of Stick to Cricket, brought to you by Betfair!With England 1-0 down in the Ashes after a brutal defeat in Perth, there is plenty to unpack.The panel break down England’s two-day collapse in the first Test, debating whether they can recover from such a damaging start and what must change heading into the next match. They discuss Zak Crawley’s nightmare outing, concerns around Joe Root, and the wider questions facing England’s batting.Adam Gilchrist gives his take on Travis Head’s brilliant performance and Mitchell Starc’s match-winning heroics as the group analyse how Australia took control and whether England are missing a trick by not playing a pink-ball game in preparation. With Australia flying and England scrambling for answers, the team ask the big question: what next for England?There is also another entertaining batting demo from Tuffers, this time with Gilly getting involved, plus your Community Questions as the panel tackle your biggest Ashes talking points.Packed with insight, laughs and honest debate, this is the ultimate breakdown of a dramatic opening Test and what England must do to stay alive in the Ashes.Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket!0:00 Intro06:45 Australia's Performance & Reaction14:11 Tuffers Demo19:20 England's Gameplan26:21 England positives30:38 Zak Crawley's Nightmare40:07 Mitchell Starc's Performance47:55 Community Questions52:01 Should England play a pink-ball game in preparation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ashes Preview: England Optimism & Mike Hussey Joins | Stick to Cricket in Perth! EP 22
Michael Vaughan and Phil Tufnell are joined by Mike Hussey, Will Macpherson and Tom Decent for a special Ashes edition of Stick to Cricket from the Optus Stadium in Perth — brought to you by Betfair. 🇦🇺With English optimism building, the panel break down the biggest talking points ahead of the series: England’s pace options, why they must start fast in the first Test, and how Stokes and Root are dealing with mounting pressure from the Australian press. They dig into Australia’s batting choices, the importance of the top three for both sides, and the growing injury concerns across the Aussie squad and why England need to capitalise before Australia are back at full strength.Mike Hussey gives an insider’s view on Australia’s preparations, the key matchups to watch, and where this Ashes could swing. There’s also another brilliant batting demo from Tuffers and Hussey as they break down how to build strong partnerships and navigate early-Test pressure.With analysis, stories, laughs and plenty of Perth sunshine, this episode is the perfect preview to an Ashes series that’s already sparking excitement.Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket! 🏏00:00 - Golf Chat & Arrivals05:47 - Ashes Tour Preview09:35 - England vs Australia: Team Analysis22:00 - New Faces & Debutants34:00 - Labuschagne, Smith & Batting Mindsets38:00 - Bazball & Changing Cricket Styles41:00 - Top Order Pressure & Openers44:00 - Anticipation & Hype for the Series Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Overlap Ashes Debate Part Two: Ashes Hot Takes, All-Time XIs & Stokes’ Defining Moment?
The Overlap Ashes Debate is back for Part Two, brought to you by Betfair! This episode goes even deeper into the biggest talking points ahead of the 2025/26 Ashes.This time, our panel of England and Australia fans take on the impossible task: creating the ultimate combined Ashes all-time XI. Expect arguments, nostalgia and some very bold choices.The debate heats up as the room tries to answer the question: has Ben Stokes now surpassed Ian Botham as England’s greatest all-rounder? And sticking with Stokes, the panel discuss whether he or Pat Cummins is truly the better captain heading into this series.We also dive into the most controversial Ashes hot takes, England’s selection decisions, and how Australia should line up after a period of change.Packed with passion, insight and proper fan debate, this is another must-watch for anyone counting down to the first ball.Subscribe so you never miss an episode and leave your Ashes predictions in the comments below.01:12 - Picking the Combined Ashes XI (1980s Onwards)20:42 - Hot Takes: Fans & Journalists Share Opinions37:24 - The Quiz: Ashes Runs, Wickets, and Catches44:02 - Final Thoughts & Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Ashes: Warne’s Ball of the Century & England’s Glory | Stick to Cricket EP 21
England legends Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, Phil Tufnell and David “Bumble” Lloyd return for another episode of Stick to Cricket, brought to you by Betfair — and this week, it’s all about The Ashes. 🏏From unforgettable wins and wild celebrations to Shane Warne’s ‘Ball of the Century’, the team relive the greatest Ashes moments in history.They share behind-the-scenes stories from iconic series, debate the best Ashes players of all time, and reveal what really goes on when England take on Australia.There are also plenty of laughs as they decide who produces the best cricketers in the UK - the North or the South.Don’t miss this deep dive into the rivalry that defines cricket, packed with memories, insight, and the kind of stories only these four could tell.Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket!00:00 – Introduction04:06 – Umpire Stories & Cricket Legends14:23 – Ranking the Best Ashes Memories24:17 – Botham's heroics at Headingley30:08 – Who producers the best cricketers, the North or South?54:00 – Community Questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to Stick to Cricket - brought to you by Betfair - where legends of the game come together for unfiltered insight, untold stories, and proper cricket chat!Join Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, David ‘Bumble’ Lloyd, and Phil Tufnell as they dive into everything from the biggest Test moments to behind-the-scenes banter.From the Ashes to grassroots, no topic is off limits. If you love the game, this is your dressing room.Hit subscribe and don’t miss a delivery! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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