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Insight and analysis from the Test Match Special team - including interviews with top players and special features.

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Insight and analysis from the Test Match Special team - including interviews with top players and special features.

    The IPL – Kolkata surge to top spot as Rajasthan wobble

    The IPL – Kolkata surge to top spot as Rajasthan wobble

    Nikesh Rughani, BBC Cricket reporter Henry Moeran and former England wicketkeeper James Foster bring you the latest from the Indian Premier League.
    They ask if Rajasthan Royals should be concerned after losing top spot following back-to-back defeats. And after Sanju Samson once again impressed with the bat, could he force his way into India’s World T20 side?
    There’s also a focus on new leaders Kolkata Knight Riders, with James giving an insight into what it’s like to be involved with the franchise.
    And the team also look at why Mumbai Indians have struggled, despite having some of the leading Indian talent at their disposal.

    • 25 min
    County Cricket: 'Fit for purpose'? Reaction to players' calls for less cricket

    County Cricket: 'Fit for purpose'? Reaction to players' calls for less cricket

    Kevin Howells, Tymal Mills & Emily Windsor debate the PCA's survey calling for a reduction in County Cricket.
    Chair of Sussex County Cricket Club, Jon Filby, rejects calls for fewer matches to be played in the County Cricket season.
    Jason Kerr, Head Coach of Somerset County Cricket Club, tells us what it's like to be in a demanding schedule.
    Plus, Will MacPherson of the Telegraph outlines the main areas of debate and attempts to find answers quickly.

    • 45 min
    No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Kate's been team-building, Alex has been buying golf clubs

    No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Kate's been team-building, Alex has been buying golf clubs

    After time away in the Lake District with her England teammates, Kate Cross tells Alex Hartley all about a fun - and tough - few days. Plus, plenty of emails to get through!

    • 36 min
    County Cricket: Elgar on Essex & Durham eye Stokes’ return

    County Cricket: Elgar on Essex & Durham eye Stokes’ return

    Kevin Howells, Tymal Mills & Emily Windsor talk to Essex & South Africa batter Dean Elgar, Durham head coach Ryan Campbell, and South East Stars all-rounder Ryana MacDonald-Gay.
    Elgar talks about settling into this season with Essex, whilst Campbell talks about what he’s seen from Ben Stokes in training and updates us on the England men’s captain’s bowling.
    MacDonald-Gay talks about her incredible start to the season with South East Stars.
    Plus, the drive for modern day cricket to attract the best athletes.

    • 35 min
    The IPL - Archer's England return and the IPL play-off race heats up

    The IPL - Archer's England return and the IPL play-off race heats up

    Nikesh Rughani, Steven Finn and Abhishek Jhunjhunwala react to the news Jofra Archer has been included in the England T20 World Cup squad, his first international call-up in more than a year. They also look at favourites India's squad, with Rishabh Pant returning after recovering from injuries sustained in a serious car accident.
    And with the IPL heading towards the end of the group stage, the panel look at the fascinating battle to make the top four, with five teams currently separated by just two points.
    TIMECODES
    00:50 England's World T20 squad
    03:00 Jofra Archer's return
    08:00 Tom Hartley and England's spin options
    15:10 The scrap for the IPL's top four
    17:00 Can Sanju Samson take his IPL form into the World Cup?

    • 28 min
    No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Thunder teammate Olivia Thomas on autism, friendship and the power of cricket

    No Balls: The Cricket Podcast - Thunder teammate Olivia Thomas on autism, friendship and the power of cricket

    With April being Autism Awareness Month, Kate Cross and Alex Hartley are joined by Thunder teammate Olivia Thomas to learn about her experiences of living with autism and ADHD.

    • 39 min

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