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Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, Phil Tufnell and David "Bumble" Lloyd react to Kevin Pietersen joining England as a white-ball mentor, Pakistan's latest problems and the rising cost of watching the Ashes - Brought to you by Betfair.The panel discuss Pietersen's new role with England before attention turns to Pakistan, with players being sent home and yet another coaching change causing concern. Bumble gives his verdict on the situation, while the team discuss the pressures facing Pakistan cricket and a memorable meeting with King Charles.Attention then turns to the action on the pitch, with the panel looking ahead to the Test at Edgbaston, discussing Imam-ul-Haq's injury and assessing the bowlers throughout the series. Elsewhere, there’s debate around Ollie Robinson, the importance of having genuine pace and whether Pakistan have offered enough against England.Plus, the team look ahead to the Ashes, discussing England's chances against Australia and the controversy surrounding ticket prices. The panel ask whether cricket is becoming too expensive for ordinary supporters and why making the game accessible to fans remains so important.Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket! 🙌 🏏Donate to help Studley Royal Cricket Club rebuild their paviliion: https://gofund.me/958f17166Read the full story here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c62je2384g1o0:00 - England hire Kevin Pietersen 15:14 - Studio catch up22:53 - Hat-tricks25:02 - Pakistan chaos30:47 - Shahid Afridi36:58 - Ollie Robinson’s summer 44:30 - Betfair’s Ashes odds46:33 - Ashes ticket prices 56:20 - Wedding helicopter 1:04:58 - Community questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stick to Cricket comes from Headingley as Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, Phil Tufnell and David "Bumble" Lloyd are joined by former Pakistan captain and PCB chairman Ramiz Raja to discuss England's off-field problems, Pakistan cricket and the latest ahead of the 2027 Ashes - Brought to you by Betfair.The panel start by discussing Brydon Carse and the team's off-field problems before assessing England's seam attack and whether their fast bowlers can make the difference against Australia.Ramiz then reflects on his time running the PCB, the challenges of leading Pakistan cricket and his relationship with Imran Khan. He also shares stories from his playing career and gives his thoughts on the current state of the game.Elsewhere, the team react to Headingley missing out on hosting an Ashes Test and Australia’s current batting issues, while sharing some brilliant dressing room stories.Plus, the panel answer your community questions and there's plenty more laughs and strong opinions from Headingley along the way.Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket! 🙌 🏏Win a VIP cricket experience, thanks to Impulse Decisions. You and three guests could enjoy Skyline Hospitality for England versus Pakistan at Edgbaston on Wednesday 9th September 2026 - including premium balcony seats, food and drink throughout the day, plus travel and a hotel stay.Texts cost £2 plus your standard network rate. Lines close at 11pm on Monday 31st August 2026. You must be 18 or over. For full terms and conditions, including online and free entry, go to http://winwithsticktocricket.com0:00 - Welcome to Headingley5:53 - Brydon Carse and England’s off field problems13:45 - Ramiz Raja joins23:55 - Raja on running the PCB28:48 - Imran Khan36:01 - England’s magnificent seam attack41:22 - No Ashes Test at Headingley50:33 - Dressing room tales53:14 - Lord’s preview and Australia’s batting issues59:00 - Community questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook and David "Bumble" Lloyd are joined by former England fast bowler Matthew Hoggard to relive some of the funniest stories from his playing career and look back on one of England's most memorable eras - Brought to you by Betfair.Hoggard reflects on his journey into international cricket, explains why he always felt he had a point to prove and shares brilliant stories from England tours, including unforgettable moments involving Brett Lee, Shane Warne and the dressing room antics that fans have never heard before.The panel also discuss England's curfew rules on tour, the changing culture of the game and what life was really like inside one of England's most successful dressing rooms. Hoggard gives his thoughts on retirement, coaching and reveals the bowlers he admired most throughout his career.Elsewhere, the team revisit Brian Lara's iconic 400, debate Hoggard's best years in an England shirt, build an all-time XI, answer your community questions and, as always, share plenty of laughs along the way.Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket 🙌🏏0:00 - Intro & BBQ13:14 - Myth buster: the imaginary dog walk in India27:47 - The 2005 bowling attack31:25 - Trent Bridge: Brett Lee and Warne35:17 - Bowling Buddies41:57 - Retirement chat51:25 - Picking his best XI57:34 - Community questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Justin Langer joins Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, Phil Tufnell and David Lloyd for an unmissable episode of Stick to Cricket, as one of the favourites for the England Test coaching role gives his honest thoughts on the job, Ben Stokes' retirement and the future of the game - Brought to you by Betfair.Justin responds to speculation linking him with the England Test coach position, revealing whether he has spoken to Rob Key and if he could ever bring himself to coach England. The panel also discuss Ben Stokes' retirement from Test cricket, whether he could make a return and why Justin believes only one person can make that decision.Elsewhere, Justin shares his thoughts on BazBall, the current England set-up and why having everyone pulling in the same direction is more important than ever. The team debate England's coaching search, whether an interim coach is acceptable and how the ECB have handled the recruitment process.The conversation then turns to the future of batting, with Justin explaining why modern techniques concern him and why he believes the fundamentals of Test batting are changing. Plus, Justin reflects on his time as Australia coach, reveals the biggest lesson he learnt on his first day in the job, discusses the rise of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, names his greatest XI of teammates, shares stories about Steve Smith, County Cricket and Sir Alex Ferguson, and even gives Mark Waugh a surprise phone call!Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Stick to Cricket 🙌🏏00:00 - Intro11:54 - Manchester Super Giants22:12 - Ben Stokes' retirement25:18 - The England coaching job 26:22 - Would Langer Coach England?44:55 - Bazball and the death of batting technique1:04:05 Picking the greatest XI he's played with1:14:32 Lunch with Sir Alex Ferguson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.