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Close of Play Podcast

Sanjay Murthy & Geraint Jones
Ashes Series
Australia
England
Cricket
Test Cricket
England Cricket Team
Ashes
Ben Stokes
T20 World Cup
Brendon Mccullum
Decision Making
West Indies
Travis Head
The Ashes
India
Cricket Australia
Women's World Cup
Australia Cricket Team
Jacob Bethell
Team Accountability

Ashes winner Geraint Jones & cricket tragic Sanjay Murthy chat cricket, hold a crappy quiz & read out your questions! It's cricket, but fun

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Cricket is changing fast.

This week on Close of Play, Sanjay Murthy and Geraint Jones discuss the proposed privatisation of the Big Bash, the growing influence of IPL franchise owners, and whether county cricket’s traditional member-owned model can ... more

Ben Stokes' nightclub incident has dominated the headlines, but what are the real consequences for England and their captain?

Sanjay Murthy and Geraint Jones discuss leadership, decision-making under pressure, the challenge of replacing Ben Stokes, ... more

In this edition of Close of Play, Sanjay Murthy and 2005 Ashes winner Geraint Jones tackle some of cricket's biggest talking points.

The pair debate the controversial Lord's Test pitch and ask whether the Home of Cricket should face consequences for... more

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This week on Close of Play, Sanjay Murthy and 2005 Ashes winner Geraint Jones bring together four cricket conversations in one full episode.

First, Jonesy reflects on England Lions duty and asks whether results really matter at... more

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Usman Khawaja
Australian cricketer and recent retiree
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Nick Compton
Former England batter
Episode: Ditch the Vibe. Bat Time. With Nick Compton
Jason Warne
Brother of Shane Warne and manager of the Shane Warne Legacy.
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Gavin Scovell
ICC's Senior Cricket TV Director
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Jarrod Kimber
Editor at Spin Magazine and contributor to various cricket publications
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Patrick Kidd
A veteran cricket journalist who spent 20 years following the England cricket team.
Freelance writer for The Times, The Observer, The Telegraph, The Spectator, and The Critic.
Episode: Patrick Kidd on Following England and Facing Fiery Thommo
Stuart Law
Former cricketer and coach, currently coaching Nepal's national team
Nepal National Cricket Team
Episode: Stuart Law on Nepal’s Historic Win Over the West Indies

Hosts

Sanjay Murthy
Co-host of the Close of Play Podcast, cricket analyst and presenter with a cricket-enthusiast perspective
Geraint Jones
Former England cricketer and co-host with deep cricketing experience, brings on-field insight and historical context

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 3 ratings
  • Love this show

    This show has renewed my interest in English cricket. Sanjay puts together a really good show and works well with jones.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kb-dxb
    United Arab Emirates3 months ago

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Great coverage of big series and governance issues in cricket.
Guests consistently add value to the discussions and quizzes.
Thoughtful cricket analysis with a fun, engaging dynamic.
Very approachable yet informed perspectives on The Ashes and World Cup chatter.

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England's 'Toxic Tour' Is Over. What's Next?
Q: How can Stokes be angry with anyone after encouraging this play style?
The pressure is on Stokes too, as the players are acting in a way they were encouraged to, showing a disconnect between guidance and behavior.
England's 'Toxic Tour' Is Over. What's Next?
Q: Do you think the culture on that tour has been toxic?
It's hard to label it directly at Stokes, a lot must share the blame. The intentions might be right, but it's been misguided and needs tweaking.
Stuart Law on Nepal’s Historic Win Over the West Indies
Q: What is that pathway like for the men's side to get into the 50 over and the T20 World Cups?
The T20 World Cup qualifiers are next, and we need to perform well to qualify, whereas the pathway to the 50-over World Cup is tougher as we need to maintain our win rate.
Stuart Law on Nepal’s Historic Win Over the West Indies
Q: Is their relaxed outlook on life having an impact on yours?
Yes, my relaxed outlook is having an impact on theirs more, as I am trying to calm their mindset of 'more is more' to avoid burnout.
Jason Warne on Shane's Legacy
Q: Is it a family-led initiative?
Jason explains that the Shane Warne Legacy was a family idea aimed at continuing Shane's charitable work and making a difference in people's lives.

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A cricket-centric show that blends rigorous analysis with lighthearted banter, quizzes, and listener questions. Across recent episodes, the hosts dissect major series like the Ashes and World Cup events, analyzing team strategies, captaincy decisions, and coaching approaches while highlighting culture, governance, and the evolving landscape of cricket. The tone stays conversational and accessible, often pairing sharp insights with personal anecdotes, quizzes, and audience participation to keep discussions engaging for both hardcore fans and casual listeners. A standout aspect is the duo's willingness to critique management decisions and explore broader issues in cricket, from funding and governance to the impact of leagues on traditional fo... more

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