
It’s Not Just Cricket’ is a podcast that does exactly what it says on the tin – it’s about cricket, but not just cricket! Azeem Rafiq - the man who rocked the sport in 2020 with his seismic revelations of racism - and experienced broadcaster Matt Kabir Floyd take an opinionated look at the big stories affecting world cricket and other sports on and off the pitch. A British Pakistani from Barnsley ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 132 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | CricketSports | |||

After a month long break the boys are back!
Having seen AB De Villiers look a million dollars in a legends tournament, Matt asks whether he retired far too early? Would it be that far fetched if he made a comeback aged 42 in a big franchise tourname... more
Ben Stokes thinks we are too quick to criticise Harry Brook after he smashes another incredible century - is he right? And is he really more talented than Kevin Pietersen, as Stokes says?
Brook will definitely be in England's Test top 7 against Sout... more
Kevin Pietersen has been brought in as England's white ball mentor - is this a stroke of genius or something that could go seriously wrong? At the same time over in Australia there is a big fight taking place over privatisation of the Big Bash - wh... more
Some extraordinary things have happened in Pakistan cricket over the years but is sending home 9 players and coaches the biggest act of self harm yet? Why was Imam called out so publicly? Why was Ali Usman sent home? Is Aaquib Javed the real problem... more
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Great show, some healthy and constructive debate on some big issues facing the game - well worth a listen
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Two opinionated commentators analyze cricket and the wider sports landscape with candid, sometimes provocative takes. Episodes commonly orbit governance, leadership, and culture within both national teams and domestic leagues, dissecting recent off-field incidents, selection debates, and the business side of cricket—from IPL and The Hundred to broadcast economics and sponsorship. The dynamic banter between long-time hosts, reinforced by notable guests, creates a lively, opinion-driven show focused on accountability, strategy, and the evolving politics of world sport. A standout trait is how they blend sharp analysis with personal storytelling and industry insight, making complex topics accessible and debate-friendly for listeners ranging fr... more
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Recent guests on It’s Not Just Cricket include:
1. Azeem Rafiq
2. Michael Carberry
3. Tawhid Qureshi
4. Toby Tarrant
5. Jon Norman
6. Joe Moore
7. Glenn Maxwell
8. Adam Collins
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