For The Love Of Cricket

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  Jordan Cox: England’s New Star on Nerveless Batting, Kohli’s Influence and Coach KP 15.09.2026 50min

  England batter Jordan Cox hooks up with Stuart Broad and Jos Buttler to discuss his breakthrough summer as a Test cricketer. Cox takes us inside his match-winning partnership with Joe Root and his first training session with England batting mentor Kevin Pietersen. He explains why he feels no nerves when walking out to bat, how Virat Kohli helped him at the IPL and why England is his No.1 priority. Jos and Broady then give their verdicts on England’s rollercoaster summer on and off the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Kevin Pietersen’s England Return: Masterstroke or Madness? 08.09.2026 46min

  Jos and Broady give their views on Kevin Pietersen’s appointment as a specialist mentor to the England men’s white-ball teams. With unique insight into Pietersen the player and person, they assess whether he has the qualities to inspire England to World Cup glory in 2027. They also look ahead to the third England-Pakistan Test at Edgbaston and discuss Henry Crocombe’s twin hat-tricks, Yuzvendra Chahal’s incredible delivery to Ben Stokes and some comedy and controversy from Jonny Bairstow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Pakistan Meltdown, Root’s Sticky Patch & Stokes Heads Down Under 02.09.2026 1t 3min

  Broady and Jos are joined by BBC commentator Aatif Nawaz to analyse Pakistan’s turbulent tour of England after the tourists dropped seven players and released their head coach. Plus, is England’s bowling attack worthy of comparisons with the 2005 Ashes quartet? And how can Joe Root overcome his lbw malaise? They also discuss Ben Stokes’s Big Bash move, the rise of Jordan Cox and why some observers have been drawn to the lower half of Broady’s Lord’s portrait! CLICK SUBSCRIBE 🤝 🩸 Get 20% off your first Thriva blood test with code LOVEOFCRICKET: http://thriva.co/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Stuart Broad and Sir Jimmy Anderson: The Secrets Behind The Greatest Test Bowling Partnership 27.08.2026 26min

  1,308 Test wickets later, Jimmy Anderson and Stuart Broad discuss their legendary bowling partnership at the unveiling of their portrait inside the Lord’s pavilion. The duo share what it means to be permanently inducted into the Home of Cricket and how the painting was produced. They also reveal the secrets that made them so effective as a pair, pick each other’s best spells and discuss dropping catches off the other’s bowling. Plus, Jimmy explains how he keeps on playing aged 44 and who has the best podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  England's Wicket Machines & Broad on ‘Pretty Daft’ Carse 24.08.2026 42min

  Jos dials in from his post-Hundred winning holiday in Greece to catch up with Broady after England dismantled Pakistan in Leeds. The lads admire England’s bowling cartel whilst reacting to the latest nightclub saga involving Brydon Carse. Plus, Jos on his viral Hundred dance and a village cricket mankad disaster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Jos Wins The Hundred, New-Look England vs Pakistan & Worst Aussie Team Since 2010? 17.08.2026 41min

  For the Love of Cricket co-host Jos Buttler has another trophy to his name! The two-time ICC World Cup winner captained Manchester Super Giants to the 2026 men’s Hundred title, watched by his former England team-mates Stuart Broad and Steve Finn at Lord’s. Elsewhere, with the Aussies suffering a shock defeat at home against Bangladesh, Broady takes the chance to revisit his now infamous claim. And Pakistan have arrived on English soil ahead of a three Test series. The lads delve into a new-look England squad and coaching setup and tell you who to look out for from the visitors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  RANKED: Top 10 Greatest Ever All-Rounders 12.08.2026 46min

  Stuart Broad and Jos Buttler rank the 10 best all-rounders ever - and it's unsurprisingly a huge challenge. Fresh off speaking to England captain Ben Stokes, the debate turns to other Test cricketers in the history of the game who could do it with both bat and ball. Expect disagreement, indecision and cricketing icons. Let us know who your BEST ALL-ROUNDER EVER is in the comments 👇🏻 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Ben Stokes Special: ECB, Baz, Retirement & Coaching England 04.08.2026 2t 9min

  The interview every cricket fan needed is here. This is 140-minutes of unfiltered chat with one of England’s greatest. Ben Stokes, just 5 weeks on from his retirement that shocked the sporting world, sits down with old teammates Stuart Broad and Jos Buttler. In a captivating worldwide exclusive interview, he reveals aspirations to coach England and confusion over Brook not being Test captain. He also believes Baz would still be England coach had he not called it quits on his illustrious career. Stokes delves into his own Ashes review, hints at a ‘sticky situation’ after his Lord’s night out and conveys concern for Root regaining the captaincy. 🩸 Get 20% off your first Thriva blood test with code LOVEOFCRICKET: http://thriva.co/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Jos Buttler: Hot Hundred Form, T20 Records & Rohit Sharma | With Steven Finn 28.07.2026 54min

  Jos Buttler is back to his scintillating best, scooping his way up to number two in the all-time T20 runs list. He tells Steven Finn all about the start of this year's Hundred and the awkward interaction that lead to him getting Rohit Sharma's shirt. Plus, they answer your questions and discuss the ill-fated new Sunrisers Leeds chant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Jos Buttler Relives ‘Special’ England Series Wins Over India | Who Will Win New-Look Hundred? 21.07.2026 54min

  Jos Buttler takes us inside England’s brilliant T20 and ODI series victories over India. He tells Broady about an emotional fortnight in which he scored his first international century in three years and made his 200th ODI appearance for England. Jos and Broady look ahead to The Hundred, discuss Joe Root’s stellar form and remember West Indies great Sir Garfield Sobers. And, as Moises Henriques announces his retirement from Australian domestic cricket, they re-watch his infamous ‘Spotify’ video.  🩸 Get 20% off your first Thriva blood test with code LOVEOFCRICKET: http://thriva.co/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  McCullum Sacked: Why Now and Who's Next for England's Top Job? Broad & Finn Debate 13.07.2026 1t

  Stuart Broad & Steve Finn react to another shocking Sunday in English cricket as Brendon McCullum is sacked as England’s Test head coach. They question the timing of the decision during a historic women’s Test at Lord’s, discuss the highs and lows of the Bazball era and the possibility of Andy Flower returning as coach. They also cover Jos Buttler’s return to form in England’s stunning 4-0 series victory over India and who should be the next Test captain. 🚙 Get 20% off your first carVertical report - or 50% off a full bundle - using the code FORTHELOVEOFCRICKET: https://www.carvertical.com/fortheloveofcricket And head here for T20 Blast tickets: https://www.ecb.co.uk/t20-blast/tickets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  World Cup Heartbreak: Why Did England Fall Short Again Vs Australia? 07.07.2026 46min

  Australia hammered England by 7 wickets to win the Women's ICC T20 World Cup at Lord's. Ebony Rainford-Brent and Katherine Sciver-Brunt reflect on Australia's SEVENTH T20 World Cup title and disagree over what England need to do to close the gap. They also select their team of the tournament and pick their standout moments from the event. Plus, Katherine shares why she insisted that her and England captain Nat's son Theo should be involved in the pre-match anthems. WARNING: This episode contains strong language throughout. 🩸 Use code LOVEOFCRICKET to get 20% off your first Thriva blood test: http://thriva.co/ A penthouse with a 100-foot private terrace overlooking Lord’s Cricket Ground has come to the market for the first time. All proceeds from the sale will benefit The Launan Charitable Trust, including support for grassroots cricket in the UK and worldwide. To find out more visit https://www.overlordsclub.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  England Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt on Injury, Motherhood & Beating Australia 03.07.2026 41min

  England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt joins her wife Katherine and Ebony Rainford-Brent to celebrate reaching the ICC T20 World Cup final at Lord's. On her return from injury, Nat was awarded player of the match after scoring 75 and rescuing her side in the semi-final against South Africa. They discuss Nat's captaincy, her prolific partnership with Heather Knight, the excitement surrounding the team and what it will take to beat Australia in the final. The married duo share their personal insight into motherhood and how it has changed them both in their respective commentary and cricket careers. Plus find out why Katherine does not like watching her wife bowl and what Ebony's cats get up to whilst she is away. WARNING: This episode contains strong language throughout. 🩸 Use code LOVEOFCRICKET to get 20% off your first Thriva blood test: http://thriva.co/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Ben Stokes: England’s Most Influential Cricketer? Buttler & Broad Pay Homage 30.06.2026 1t 2min

  Jos Buttler and Stuart Broad take you inside the England dressing-room to relive some of the greatest moments of retiring captain Ben Stokes’ career. They recall his Headingley heroics and the 2019 World Cup final when Stokes and Buttler helped England reach the pinnacle of 50-over cricket at a raucous Lord’s. They talk about the man behind the cricketer, the empathy and vulnerability that made him such a relatable leader and team-mate. Jos also discusses his preparations for the T20 series against India, who could be set to hand an international debut to 15-year-old batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. 🚙 Get 20% off your first carVertical report - or 50% off a full bundle - using the code FORTHELOVEOFCRICKET: https://www.carvertical.com/fortheloveofcricket 🩸 Use code LOVEOFCRICKET to get 20% off your first Thriva blood test: http://thriva.co/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Ben Stokes Retires: Stuart Broad Pays Tribute to England’s ‘True Warrior’ 28.06.2026 12min

  Broady reflects on an astonishing day at Trent Bridge as Ben Stokes announces his shock retirement from international cricket. Broad sums up his emotions on commentary when news broke of Stokes’ shock decision and recalls some of the great moments they shared together on and off the field for England. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  England’s Amy Jones On Reaching World Cup Semis | Katherine Meets King Charles 26.06.2026 44min

  England star Amy Jones joins Ebony Rainford-Brent and Katherine Sciver Brunt to reflect on the team’s brilliant run to the World Cup semi-finals. At a penthouse overlooking Lord’s, they discuss how winning a home World Cup would make up for Amy’s heartbreak of missing out in 2017, and what Katherine ‘the matron’ Sciver-Brunt said to King Charles when she received her OBE this week. Katherine gives us an update on the fitness of England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt and Ebony makes a big call about who is the greatest women’s player of all-time. WARNING: This episode contains strong language throughout. A 100-foot private terrace overlooking Lord’s Cricket Ground has come to the market for the first time. All proceeds from the sale will benefit The Launan Charitable Trust, including support for grassroots cricket in the UK and worldwide: https://www.overlordsclub.co.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Stokes is Back! Broad on 2 Weeks of 'Chaos' That Cost England a Test Match 22.06.2026 43min

  Broady gives his damning verdict on a chaotic fortnight for the England cricket team that culminated in Ben Stokes being cleared to return as Test captain. He and Jos give their expert take on New Zealand’s 253-run victory in the second Test that sets up a series decider at Trent Bridge. Plus, do we appreciate Joe Root enough? And a rollercoaster week for teenaged sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ COMMENT HAPPY 40TH BIRTHDAY TO BROADY 🎂⬇️ Donate to Chessington Cricket Club's Crowdfuner here: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/chessingtoncc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  England Captain’s World Cup Woe: Can Sciver-Brunt Win Latest Injury Battle? 18.06.2026 56min

  England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt has been ruled out of their next two World Cup matches against Scotland and West Indies due to a strain in her left calf.  Her wife and England women's all-time leading wicket taker Katherine Sciver-Brunt tells Ebony Rainford-Brent how she will bounce back. The duo reflect on the ICC Women's T20 World Cup so far and focus on New Zealand's shocking fielding, Danni Wyatt-Hodge's 'mummy' hundred and whether they regret saying Australia would not make the semi-finals. Plus, Ebony shares her commentary secrets and Katherine reveals how she never got banned from an International match despite her potty mouth. WARNING: This episode contains strong language throughout. 🩸 Use code LOVEOFCRICKET to get 20% off your first Thriva blood test: http://thriva.co/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Stokes Concern, Captain Root, England’s New Attack & Life After Williamson 16.06.2026 41min

  Stuart Broad and Jos Buttler catch up on all the big talking points ahead of the second Test between England and New Zealand at The Oval. They react to Brendon McCullum’s “worry and concern” for Ben Stokes after the captain was dropped for breaking a team curfew. Broady and Jos run the rule over England’s new-look pace attack, tell us why Joe Root is the man for a crisis and pay tribute to the departing Kiwi batting icon Kane Williamson. Plus, find out which cricketing great turned out for Shillingstone Cricket Club at the weekend. 🩸 Use code LOVEOFCRICKET to get 20% off your first Thriva blood test: http://thriva.co/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  England’s Lauren Bell on Bowling, Beckham & Winning the WPL | Katherine & Ebony’s SHOCK World Cup Prediction 12.06.2026 58min

  England superstar Lauren Bell joins the show as Katherine Sciver-Brunt and Ebony Rainford-Brent preview the ICC Women's T20 World Cup.  Bell discusses how she became one of the most feared fast bowlers in the world, why she chose cricket over football and her experience of winning the Women’s Premier League with RCB in India.  Katherine and Ebony analyse the 12 teams competing for the trophy, pick out the key players and reveal what sport they would both compete in if they were not cricketers. Plus find out which top team do they think will NOT make the semi-finals. WARNING: This episode contains strong language throughout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices