Test Match Special

Simon Mann is joined by former England fast bowler Steven Finn & the BBC’s Chief Cricket Reporter Stephan Shemilt for reaction to Day two of the third and final Test between England New Zealand. England assistant coach Paul Collingwood gives his thoughts on the day’s play.They discuss Zak Crawley’s series and his struggles against New Zealand quick Matt Henry, the fielding tactics used against the Kiwi’s tail, and England’s trend of finishing Test series poorly.Plus, after Henry’s success over Crawley, who did Steven have similar dominance over?Live text commentary of England’s Test series against New Zealand is available on the BBC Sport website & app.

Henry Moeran is joined by former England and Surrey batter Mark Ramprakash & the BBC’s Chief Cricket Reporter Stephan Shemilt for reaction to Day 1 of the third and final Test between England New Zealand. We hear from fast bowler Matthew Potts, who took 3 wickets on his return to the side. There’s discussion around England’s fast bowling unit, Ben Stokes’ long spell and their persistence with the short-ball tactic against the tail. They also look at Rachin Ravindra’s continued disappointment with the bat for New Zealand, Tim Southee’s remarkable six-hitting record and England Women’s one-off Test against South Africa.Plus, there had to be some chat about Strictly Come Dancing, with a former winner on the pod.Live text commentary of England’s Test series against New Zealand is available on the BBC Sport website & app.

Henry Moeran is joined by the BBC’s Chief Cricket Reporter Stephan Shemilt for a bonus podcast.Stephan chats with ECB Chief Executive Richard Gould about the ongoing row with the PCA over The Hundred salaries and no-objection certificates. What’s the latest with the sale of the eight Hundred teams? Will the Champions Trophy take place?You can find out on this bonus episode.Don’t forget, there’s live text commentary of England’s Test series against New Zealand available on the BBC Sport website & app.

Henry Moeran is joined by World Cup winner Alex Hartley & the BBC’s Chief Cricket Reporter Stephan Shemilt to look ahead to the Third and final Test between New Zealand and England. They discuss future selection headaches with the form of Jacob Bethell and why Matthew Potts replaces Chris Woakes for this Test. We hear from captain Ben Stokes on England's 17th and final Test of 2024.Plus, which New Zealander is nicknamed the sexy camel?And Alex gives the lowdown as England women prepare for their Test match against South Africa on Sunday. Live text commentary of England’s Test series against New Zealand is available on the BBC Sport website & app.