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The Following On Podcast is the very best of talkSPORT's cricket output with original programming, features, big name guests and immediate reaction whenever the England cricket team plays. Every Tuesday, 'The Cricket Collective' brings you a world view of the game with Neil Manthorp and Ashes star Steve Harmison. Every single time England play, talkSPORT's Cricket Editor Jon Norman presents the show from the ground shortly after play has finished with a rotating cast of guests. And whenever talkSPORT go on tour with the England cricket team a daily show is brought straight to your podcast feed. Hosted on Acast. See acast...

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  1. 1

    Following On: Ashes Inquest - Fifth Test; Day Four - Bethell's Maiden Test Century & Do We Expect Too Much From Harry Brook?

    This episode analyzes Jacob Bethel's maiden Test century in the Ashes, discussing his batting position, shot selection, and comparisons to other players like Oli Pope.

    ·29m
  2. 2

    Who do neutral cricket fans love to see lose the most?

    This podcast episode features a discussion between host John Norman, former England fast bowler Steve Harmison, and broadcaster Jarrah Kimber about which cricket team neutral fans most enjoy seeing lose.

    ·25m
  3. 3

    Cricket Collective - Can Brendon McCullum Prove He Can Adapt After ECB Backing?!

    This episode discusses the ECB's review of England's disastrous Ashes campaign, focusing on the authenticity of officials and the need for accountability under Brendon McCullum's leadership.

    ·51m
  4. 4

    Rod Bransgrove on 25 Years at Hampshire; signing Shane Warne & Cricket's White-Ball future

    This episode features an interview with former Hampshire chair Rod Bransgrove discussing his 25-year tenure at Utility Bowl, including stories about signing Shane Warne, hosting an Ashes test in 2027, and the future of white-ball cricket with franchise teams like Southern Brave.

    ·21m
  5. 5

    Who will win the T20 World Cup?

    A cricket podcast discussion predicting the T20 World Cup winner, with hosts analyzing likely semi-finalists and expressing hopes for England's performance.

    ·14m
  6. 6

    Following On: Sri Lanka v England - 2nd T20: England seal the series in Kandy!

    This episode analyzes England's six-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the second T20 match, securing the series win with insights on player performances and match dynamics.

    ·17m
  7. 7

    Following On: Sri Lanka v England - 2nd ODI: A Joe Root masterclass!

    This episode analyzes England's five-wicket ODI victory over Sri Lanka, featuring Joe Root's performance and insights from cricket experts.

    ·26m
  8. 8

    Super Over: Sri Lanka v England - 1st ODI

    This episode analyzes the spin bowling performances in the 1st ODI between Sri Lanka and England, focusing on key players like Adil Rashid and Liam Dawson.

    ·7m
  9. 9

    Following On: Sri Lanka v England - 1st ODI Highlights

    This episode provides highlights and commentary on the first ODI between Sri Lanka and England, focusing on England's white-ball captain Harry Brooke's recent controversies and the match action.

    ·33m
  10. 10

    Cricket Collective - Will India Dominate White-Ball Cricket & Can England Evolve Under Brendon McCullum?!

    This episode analyzes India's T20 World Cup victory, debates their potential dominance in white-ball cricket, and discusses England's future under coach Brendon McCullum.

    ·55m
  11. 11

    Is Cricket in Australia a 12 month a year sport?

    This podcast episode discusses whether cricket is a year-round sport in Australia, exploring fan engagement, media coverage, and competition with AFL.

    ·19m
  12. 12

    🎙️ Following On Daily: England End Losing Run In Away ODIs To SET UP Series Decider

    This episode analyzes England's five-wicket ODI victory over Sri Lanka that ended their away losing streak and sets up a series decider, focusing on their improved bowling, fielding, and batting against spin.

    ·9m
  13. 13

    Cricket Collective - Are England peaking at the right time & 100 Days Until the Women's T20 World Cup!

    This episode previews England's T20 World Cup semi-final against India, discusses their tournament performance, and features upcoming interviews with cricket figures.

    ·57m
  14. 14

    Cricket Collective - Should England fans be concerned despite making the Super 8 stages & is County Cricket the problem for England's Ashes woes?!

    This episode discusses England's performance in the T20 World Cup, questioning their prospects beyond the Super 8 stages and analyzing issues like bowling depth and County Cricket's role in their Ashes struggles.

    ·59m
  15. 15

    Cricket Collective - England SURVIVE Nepal Scare & India v Pakistan BACK ON!

    This episode discusses the opening week of the T20 World Cup, focusing on England's narrow win over Nepal, Pakistan's game against India being reinstated, and other cricket news including Bangladesh hosting an ICC event.

    ·1h 6m
  16. 16

    Following On: Sri Lanka v England - 1st ODI: Why can't England bat out 50 overs?

    This episode analyzes England's 19-run loss to Sri Lanka in the first ODI, focusing on their inability to bat out 50 overs and questionable team selection.

    ·26m
  17. 17

    A Day At The Kia Oval - How Do Surrey Win Back The County Championship?!

    This episode explores Surrey's preparations to reclaim the County Championship title after losing it to Nottinghamshire, featuring insights from head coach Gareth Batty on last season's shortcomings and the team's renewed mindset.

    ·27m
  18. 18

    Cricket Collective - Has The Hundred Auction Made The Competition Any Better?

    This episode discusses the recent Hundred cricket auction, analyzing player salaries and market trends with insights from experts.

    ·55m
  19. 19

    Following On: Ashes Inquest - Fifth Test - What Now For England After ANOTHER Ashes Defeat?!

    This episode analyzes England's disappointing 4-1 Ashes defeat to Australia, examining failures across batting, bowling, and fielding, and discussing how England couldn't withstand Australian pressure.

    ·53m
  20. 20

    What happens if no Pakistani players are picked for The Hundred?

    This episode discusses the potential exclusion of Pakistani players from The Hundred cricket draft, exploring rumors of an unofficial ban and its implications.

    ·17m
  21. 21

    Following On Daily - England Prepare For ODI Series Decider in Colombo!

    This episode analyzes England's performance in the first two ODIs of a series in Colombo, highlighting key moments and players ahead of the decisive third match.

    ·16m
  22. 22

    100 days until the Women's T20 World Cup

    This episode previews the upcoming Women's T20 World Cup, featuring interviews with players like Sophia Dunkley and discussing England's preparations and fan support.

    ·18m
  23. 23

    Following On: Ashes Inquest - Fifth Test; Day Two - Root's Century; Smith's Dismissal & Why Can't England Bowl To A Plan?!

    This episode analyzes day two of the fifth Ashes Test at the SCG, focusing on Joe Root's brilliant century, England's bowling struggles, and listener feedback about the show's tone.

    ·28m
  24. 24

    Following On Daily: Root or Bust for England & Brook Reviews Second ODI Win!

    This episode discusses England's recent ODI cricket win in Colombo, highlighting how it breaks a streak of away defeats and boosts team confidence under Harry Brook's leadership.

    ·25m
  25. 25

    Cricket Collective - Will The Hundred Franchises Sign Pakistan Players & a County Championship Preview!

    This episode discusses the controversy over whether IPL-owned franchises in The Hundred will sign Pakistan players and previews the upcoming County Championship season.

    ·58m
  26. 26

    Cricket Collective - Sam Curran previews Sri Lanka v England; Daryl Mitchell reflects on New Zealand's Historic win in India & Signings in The Hundred!

    This episode previews England's ODI series against Sri Lanka, featuring interviews with Sam Curran and Daryl Mitchell, and discusses team selections and recent cricket news.

    ·55m
  27. 27

    Following On: Sri Lanka v England - 3rd ODI Highlights

    This episode provides highlights and commentary from the series-deciding third ODI between Sri Lanka and England in Colombo.

    ·47m
  28. 28

    Cricket Collective - Pakistan WON'T play India & What Now for the England Management?!

    This episode discusses Pakistan's government decision to not play against India in the T20 World Cup and its financial ramifications, along with England cricket management issues involving Harry Brooke.

    ·49m
  29. 29

    Following On: Ashes Inquest - Fifth Test; Day Three - England Toil On Another Frustrating Day For The Bowlers!

    This episode analyzes England's frustrating bowling performance on day three of the fifth Ashes Test, where Australia dominated with strong batting from Travis Head and Steve Smith.

    ·28m
  30. 30

    Are England's cricket team, England's football team in disguise?

    This podcast episode analyzes England's 51-run victory over Sri Lanka in a World Cup cricket match, discussing batting struggles, bowling performance, and team pressure.

    ·21m
  31. 31

    Following On Daily - Root & Brook Centuries Guide England To A BRILLIANT series win in Sri Lanka!

    England secured a 2-1 ODI series victory in Sri Lanka, highlighted by centuries from Joe Root and Harry Brook, showcasing strategic batting and effective bowling.

    ·13m
  32. 32

    Cricket Collective - Scotland REPLACE Bangladesh at the T20 World Cup!

    This episode discusses Bangladesh's exclusion from the upcoming T20 World Cup, Scotland's inclusion as their replacement, and previews England's T20 series with Sri Lanka while analyzing recent ODI performances.

    ·52m
  33. 33

    Following On Daily - Why Have England REGRESSED in ODI Cricket?!

    This episode analyzes England's recent ODI cricket defeat to Sri Lanka, focusing on team selection issues, batting struggles, and strategic decisions that contributed to the loss.

    ·31m
  34. 34

    Following On: Ashes Inquest - Fifth Test; Day One - Brook & Root Star On Rain-Affected First Day In Sydney

    This episode analyzes the rain-affected first day of the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney, focusing on Joe Root and Harry Brook's batting performances and the overall state of the series.

    ·26m
  35. 35

    Brook's Hundred Smashes England Into T20 World Cup Semi-Finals

    This episode analyzes Harry Brook's pivotal innings that propelled England into the T20 World Cup semi-finals, discussing his batting position and performance.

    ·25m
  36. 36

    Following On - Can England WIN the T20 World Cup Without a 10/10 Performance?!

    This episode analyzes England's recent T20 World Cup victory, questioning whether they can win the tournament without playing a perfect game while examining their tendency to win close matches despite lingering performance issues.

    ·23m
  37. 37

    Following On Daily - 5 Spinners Named for First ODI & Brook OPENS UP on Nightclub Incident

    This episode previews England's upcoming ODI series against Sri Lanka in Colombo, discussing team selections, spin-heavy strategies, and player insights including Harry Brook's comments.

    ·20m
  38. 38

    Following On: Sri Lanka v England - 3rd ODI: Root and Brook power England to a series win in Colombo!

    England secured an ODI series victory over Sri Lanka in Colombo, powered by centuries from Joe Root and Harry Brook in a high-scoring match.

    ·31m
  39. 39

    Has Jos Buttler played his final T20 for England? & Did India nearly lose the 'unlosable' game?

    This episode analyzes India's dramatic T20 World Cup semifinal win over England, focusing on pressure handling, Jos Buttler's future, and key performances like Jacob Bethel's century.

    ·27m
  40. 40

    Following On: Sri Lanka v England - 1st T20: Sam Curran gets a hat-trick!

    This episode analyzes England's rain-affected T20 cricket victory over Sri Lanka, highlighting Sam Curran's hat-trick and the team's bowling performance.

    ·19m
  41. 41

    Is coaching India the impossible job?

    This podcast episode analyzes the challenges of coaching the Indian cricket team, focusing on Gautam Gambir's role amid scrutiny over recent performances in the T20 World Cup and Test Arena.

    ·19m
  42. 42

    Super Over: Sri Lanka v England - 2nd ODI

    This episode analyzes England's victory over Sri Lanka in the 2nd ODI, focusing on Joe Root's exceptional performance on a difficult spin-friendly wicket and discussing Harry Brook's comments about the pitch conditions.

    ·6m
  43. 43

    Does anybody know who England's first choice Test bowling attack is?

    This podcast episode discusses England's first-choice Test bowling attack, analyzing past strategies and current challenges ahead of upcoming matches.

    ·26m
  44. 44

    Cricket Collective - Duckett OPTS OUT of IPL; Jack Leach's England Future & Drama in South Africa!

    This episode discusses Ben Duckett opting out of the IPL, Jack Leach's future with England, and drama in South African cricket, focusing on player injuries and scheduling conflicts.

    ·59m
  45. 45

    Cricket Collective - Do England's World Cup hopes hinge on Archer, Sri Lanka v England Preview & Has Franchise Cricket HELPED Test Cricket?!

    This episode previews England's white-ball tour of Sri Lanka, discussing squad selections, ODI performance concerns, and debates the impact of T20 franchise cricket on Test cricket.

    ·49m
  46. 46

    Following On: Sri Lanka v England - 2nd ODI Highlights

    This episode provides commentary and analysis of the second ODI match between Sri Lanka and England, focusing on England's recent poor form and key moments from the game.

    ·27m
  47. 47

    Cricket Collective - How do England Rebuild After The Ashes; Liam Livingstone Exclusive & Bangladesh WON'T travel to India!

    This episode analyzes England's 4-1 Ashes loss to Australia, discussing rebuilding strategies, featuring exclusive interviews with players like Liam Livingstone, and covering Bangladesh's travel issues with India ahead of the T20 World Cup.

    ·1h 15m
  48. 48

    The IPL Show - Are Rajasthan Royals Title Contenders & Are High-Scoring T20s Becoming Boring?!

    This episode of Following On recaps the latest IPL matches, analyzing team performances and standout players.

    Apr 13, 2026·44m
  49. 49

    Following On: County Cricketer S5 Ep2 Tell me why Mason Crane shouldn't play for England again

    A cricket podcast discussing the first week of the County Championship, with analysis of matches and teams.

    Apr 9, 2026·52m
  50. 50

    Cricket Collective - Is Jamie Smith a future No.3; James Rew's 12th Century & Injury Subs In The County Championship

    Steve Harmison and co-host discuss the opening round of the County Championship, focusing on Jamie Smith's performance and broader implications for England cricket.

    Apr 8, 2026·52m
  51. 51

    The IPL Show - Are Punjab Title Contenders? Rajasthan's Flying Start & What's Going Wrong at CSK?

    This episode covers the latest IPL news, match results, and team performances with expert analysis.

    Apr 7, 2026·44m
  52. 52

    County Cricketer S5 Ep1 "Disconnect? What disconnect?"

    A panel of cricket experts discuss the latest news and preview the upcoming county cricket season.

    Apr 2, 2026·57m
  53. 53

    Cricket Collective - What Now For England After MCG Test Win & A Tribute To Hugh Morris

    This episode of Following On reflects on England's first test win in Australia in 15 years, debating whether it's a turning point or masks deeper issues.

    Dec 30, 2025·47m·4 clips
  54. 54

    Following On: Ashes Inquest - Fourth Test - England End Long Year Wait For An Ashes Win In Australia!

    John Norman and Steve Harmison discuss England's recent Ashes test victory in Sydney, linking it to personal anniversaries and critiquing pitch quality in Melbourne.

    Dec 27, 2025·32m·3 clips
  55. 55

    Following On: Ashes Inquest - Fourth Test; Day One - 20 Wickets Fall On Manic Day In Melbourne!

    Jon Norman and Steve Harmison analyze the chaotic first day of the fourth Ashes Test at the MCG, where 20 wickets fell on a green pitch.

    Dec 26, 2025·48m·4 clips