ABC Cricket Podcast

Episodes

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  Renshaw's Renaissance 17.10.2026 5m

  Send a voice message to the boys Ed Cowan and Corbin step through Australia's remarkable come-from-behind victory over South Africa in the first Test at Kingsmead. From 6/124 on day one to winning by 214 runs, they dissect Matt Renshaw's career-defining innings, the batting order flexibility debate, Nick Maddinson's recall, and what to expect when Kagiso Rabada returns for the second Test at St George's Park. Plus listener questions on the Money ball theory of selection, the women's cricket scheduling crisis, and whether role clarity is being sacrificed for flexibility. To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’
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  Grandstand at Stumps: Hazlewood's haul helps Australia home 13.10.2026 51m

  Josh Hazlewood achieved career best figures on the final day of the first Test in Durban to bowl South Africa out for 206 and seal the win for Australia. It was emphatic turnaround after the team found themselves 6 for 124 on day 1. Corbin Middlemas, Phil Jaques and Jason Gillespie wrap up all the action from Day 4 in Durban. Ben Cameron catches up with Josh Hazlewood and the team pick over the big moments in the test match.  They have a 4 day break before the 2nd Test to see what changes might take place in the Australian team and for the commentators to nail their pronunciation of Gqeberha. To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast
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  Grandstand at Stumps: This is Matt Renshaw's Test Match 13.10.2026 28m

  Australia is closing in on victory in the 1st Test in Durban. South Africa needs a world record chase to run down 421 but lost 4 wickets before the close of play. Matt Renshaw top scored again for Australia with 82 in the 2nd innings and he remains the only player in the match to pass 50 runs. Not only that he picked up his first ever Test wicket snaring the big scalp of the Proteas captain Temba Bavuma. Corbin Middlemas, Phil Jaques and Jason Gillespie wrap up all the action from Day 4 in Durban.  To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’
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  Grandstand at Stumps: Smith scoops 4 catches to return to World Leading mark 12.10.2026 27m

  Australia stuck to their task to notch a 106 run first innings lead as South Africa's batters failed to capitalise on good starts. 6 players got to 30 but nobody managed to kick on - the top score in the innings was David Bedingham with 49. Steve Smith was immaculate in the field and showed his anticipation to take two catches from reverse sweeps and 4 in total. And the day finished with Nic Maddinson getting off his pair with a boundary off the 1st ball of the Australian innings. Corbin Middlemas, Phil Jaques and Jason Gillespie wrap up all the action from Day 3 in Durban.  To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’
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  Grandstand At Stumps: Renshaw's redemption ton puts Australia in box seat 11.10.2026 28m

  Matt Renshaw's second Test century, almost a decade after his first, led Australia to a dominant position in the First Test against South Africa in Durban.  Renshaw batted for 397 balls as he reached his highest Test score of 190. With support from Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon, the Queenslander took the game away from a tired South African attack as the Australians piled on 390.  Josh Hazelwood then gave the visitors the perfect start with the ball, removing Ryan Rickelton for a duck. The Proteas find themselves 363 runs behind heading into Day 3. Corbin Middlemas, Phil Jaques and Jason Gillespie wrap up all the action from Day 2 in Durban.      To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’
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  Grandstand At Stumps: Renshaw and Cummins save Australia as Maddinson experiment fails 10.10.2026 33m

  Australia scrambled to 6/187 when bad light brought a premature end to the first day's play, thanks largely to an unbeaten half century partnership between Matt Renshaw and Pat Cummins.  Captain Cummins elected to bat first upon winning the toss, and pulled a surprise selection with Nic Maddinson picked to open the batting alongside Travis Head despite not not playing a first class game in 19 months as he overcame testicular cancer.  The Maddinson experiment failed, with the opener making a 33-ball duck, despite surviving a decision not to review by the South Africans when it appeared he should have been dismissed LBW.  Corbin Middlemas, Phil Jaques and Jason Gillespie wrap up all the action from Day 1 in Durban.      To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’
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  In The Nic of Time? Who Bats At 5? 07.10.2026 41m

  Cam Green's injury has thrown Australia's batting order into chaos ahead of the first Test against South Africa in Durban.  Ed Cowan breaks down the selection dilemma: does Cooper Connolly get the gig at five, or does the shock recall of Nic Maddinson — who hasn't played first-class cricket in 19 months and was battling cancer this time last year — steal the headlines? To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’
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  Baird out, Cowan in? 29.09.2026 46m

  Sorry what, are we losing one of our hosts to the Cricket Australia board? With Mike Baird stepping down after no longer having the support of Cricket NSW, Corbin chats to the guy who might replace him, Ed Cowan. We talk through the timeline, "the moment" of change for Baird, why "this is not an ideal situation" and the hope that this is a turning point. Most importantly for the future of cricket in Australia, what does this mean for BBL privatisation and how crucial might the next month be before Baird officially departs? There's also actual cricket happening in South Africa and at home so the boys eventually get to the on field action. To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’
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  CA board shakeup, Zimbabwe scares and what's a false #3? 21.09.2026 38m

  You can almost smell the South Africa test series but before it begins there's domestic cricket and an ODI series win against a plucky Zimbabwe on the brain.  As well, Cricket Australia lose a board member, why Steve Smith should be promised an Olympics spot and is a false number three batter actually a thing? Plus the mailbag is overflowing so we punch through plenty of your questions. To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’
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  Interrogating the Big Bash sale decision and NSW's opposition 14.09.2026 43m

  Cricket Australia will push on with privatisation starting with the Renegades so Corbin and Ed have PLENTY to discuss. Mike Baird and Todd Greenberg fronted the media last week spruiking the sale despite strong opposition, so here's everything you need to know. Is the BBL going that bad? Where will the money go? What role do the players have from here? How will NSW react to this? How quickly might the next steps happen? Making sense of one of the biggest decisions in Australian cricket history, that's the brief. To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’
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  Marnus gets his "last chance saloon" 07.09.2026 37m

  The test squad for South Africa has three names on it that the boys are keen to discuss - Labuschagne, Neser and Connolly. Corbin and Ed think it's clear from George Bailey's comments that Marnus is on his last chance and Cooper Connolly is the future but question why Michael Neser is included as a back up instead of a younger option. Plus there's news around the BBL stand off which now includes a possible tax on states that don't privatise, Australia A's tour to India getting in the way of the Shield season and Pakistan doing Pakistan things. To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’
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  Rabada out, Lord's dire deck, and T20 Eurovision 31.08.2026 45m

  Australia's chances in South Africa jumped today with Kagiso Rabada likely out of the series and the Lord's pitch continues to disappoint. Corbin and Ed chop up all the news in the cricket world including England's first multi-game series win since 2024, India and Sri Lanka's draw and they discuss what the point of the European T20 competition is. Plus we have a backlog of listener emails on topics like selector theories, Shield struggles and even an umpire in Chinese cricket. To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’
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  Has Marnus Labuschagne 'tinkered' his way out of the Test side? 24.08.2026 45m

  After another lean series from Marnus Labuschagne, Ed Cowan is wondering whether he has 'boiled the frog slowly' by continuing to tinker with his batting set-up while still not making runs. Corbin and Ed discuss whether he should be on the plane to South Africa in October and if he's not, who is? They each put forward their XI for the first Test of that series.  Another two day Test match has people talking about the pitch but is it the deck that needs to improve or those playing on it? Plus both Corbin and Ed both have incredible stories about sitting next to Ricky Ponting on a plane.  To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’
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  Grandstand At Stumps: Starc domination, Aussie redemption and batting capitulation 23.08.2026 50m

  It's only day 2 but that's all she wrote with Australia monstering a win over Bangladesh by an innings and 51 runs to level the series. Mitch Starc took ten wickets and his hot form won him the Player of the Match and the Player of the Series. In Grandstand at Stumps Corbin Middlemas, Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie, Phil Jaques and Stuart Clark discuss the highs and lows of the series and the questions that still surround the Aussie batting line-up. They chat to Josh Hazlewood and Cam Green about the win, plus hear the full presentation.     To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’
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  Grandstand At Stumps: Mitchell Starc "I don't think 18 wickets means it's a bad wicket" 22.08.2026 26m

  orbin Middlemas, Jason Gillespie, Phil Jaqques and Stuart Clark dissect a topsy-turvy day of cricket that saw 18 wickets fall in Grandstand at Stumps. They chat to the Aussie hero, Mitchell Starc, for his take on how they handled the bat and the ball. Plus, Ed Cowan has his thought of the day.     To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’
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  The fallout from Darwin and what needs to change for Mackay 17.08.2026 40m

  After the humiliation of Darwin, Corbin & Ed have lots to chat about including the how, the why and the where to next. There's questions around selection, preparation, psychology and strategy and whether this is a blip or an early warning sign. There's not much time to waste either with Mackay starting on Saturday, so do the Aussies make changes or give those in the hot seat another shot to make amends? The biggest upset in test history needs a big debrief from your boys and they don't hold back. To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’
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  Grandstand At Stumps: The greatest upset 16.08.2026 38m

  A fairy tale finish for Bangladesh and what may be the greatest upset of the game for Australia as the first Test in Darwin wraps up on day 4. Corbin Middlemas, Phil Jaques, Xavier Doherty and Jason Gillespie break down the days play in Grandstand at Stumps. They chat to Steve Smith from the Australian camp and are joined by player of the match, Hasan Mahmud from Bangladesh. Plus the full presentation and Teddy's thought of the day.       To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’
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  Grandstand At Stumps: A Bangladesh upset is brewing and it's getting stronger by the session 15.08.2026 28m

  It's day 3 and Aussie fans are still waiting for the expected comeback, but while Josh Hazlewood took his 300th Test wicket, it took until after lunch for the locals to finally get Bangladesh all out. Corbin Middlemas, Xavier Doherty and Jason Gillespie dive into all the talking points and chat to Australian fast bowler Mitch Starc during Grandstand at Stumps.     To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’
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  Grandstand At Stumps: Bang-ball baffles Aussie bowlers on Day 2 14.08.2026 28m

  Bangladesh have settled into their work and kept the Australians out on the field all day. They were led by their captain Najmul Hossain Shanto and rookie-opener Tanzid Hasan, who scored an incredible maiden Test century. Corbin Middlemas, Xavier Doherty and Jason Gillespie break down they days play in Grandstand at Stumps and chat to the Aussie bowling coach James Franklin.     To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’
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  Grandstand At Stumps: Aussies wilt on the first day of Top End clash 13.08.2026 27m

  It's been more than two decades since international Test Cricket has been played in the Top End, with Australia taking on Bangladesh for their first Aussie tour in 23 years. The Aussies won the toss and elected to bat, but as we come to the close of day 1 the question needs to be asked, can the Aussies handle heat of the north? Corbin Middlemas is joined by Phil Jaques and Xavier Doherty to analyse the day's play.   To get in touch, email Corbin & Ed at [email protected] ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter. Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,’ hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast’