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No Balls: The Cricket Podcast

No Ratings Studios
Cricket
England
World Cup
The Hundred
India
England Women's Cricket Team
Women\u2019s T20 World Cup
Alice Capsey
South Africa
England Women\u2019s Cricket Team
Scotland Women\u2019s Cricket Team
Lord's
Nat Sciver-Brunt
Women's Cricket
India Women's Cricket Team
Ireland
England National Cricket Team
Australia National Cricket Team
Tammy Beaumont
ICC Women's T20 World Cup

England internationals Kate Cross and Alex Hartley have been teammates, rivals and best mates. Now they’re bringing all of it to your ears.

Expect honest stories, loads of laughter and the kind of conversation you only get when two of women’s cricket’s favourite personalities behave like the mic is off.

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Latest Episodes

We talk Alex's brand new Costco membership, Crossy's painful shoulder injury, The Hundred and the legend Mel Jones joins us!

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New week, new pod. We discuss Finals day, which team is which in The Hundred, Alex's sweary blip on radio and Kate nearly weeing herself over Dagger's viral fall.

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Baz getting announced on the tannoy at Lancs mid-game?! Alex firing back on social media, the end of an era...oh and India won the Test match!

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Record breaking moment and a sad one too with a whole glut of shambles. We missed you, if only the World Cup was on all year round!

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Recent Guests

Mel Jones
Former cricketer and media personality
Jet Group International
Episode: Alex's Costco Membership, Crossy's Injury & Mel Jones' New Venture
Nasser Hussain
Former England cricket captain
Sky Sports / Cricket pundit
Episode: Nasser Hussain Talks T20 World Cup Final
Matthew Humphreys
Irish cricketer, member of Ireland men's squad
Ireland cricket
Episode: An Apology From Alex, & Ireland's Humphreys Talks India Win!
Dani Gibson
England cricketer, World Cup participant
England cricket team
Episode: Dani Gibson: England’s World Cup Run, Captaining Crossy & £190K Payday
Kirstie Gordon
Scotland international cricketer, left-arm spinner
Scotland National Team
Episode: A Guide to The Women's T20 World Cup (kind of...)

Hosts

Kate Cross
Co-host with strong ties to producing lively cricket conversations; widely referenced as a No Balls Podcast host. Frequent presence across episodes with a focus on England women's cricket and media coverage.
Alex Hartley
Co-host with deep experience in women's and international cricket; participates in lighthearted banter and analysis, often discussing team selections and World Cup context.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 442 ratings
  • Five stars without reservation.

    Kate and Alex have somehow corked and bottled the feeling of sitting in the pub with your two funniest cricket-loving friends.

    The cricket insight is excellent, but their chemistry is the real star of the show. The stories are hilarious, the banter is effortless, and the laughter is infectious. More than once I’ve caught myself laughing out loud while listening on my daily run.

    For lifelong cricket fans or newcomers still trying to figure out how the DLS works, No Balls is an absolute delight—... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SirGoraji
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love the Poddy

    I’m really loving pod. Crossy and Alex are brilliant. I love their chemistry together. Their friendship is so nice and listening to this pod makes me feel part of that friendship. It’s great.

    Keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gazza_P666
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Running and laughing is back

    So glad you are back doing the pod. Easier to find and now I can run and laugh to myself about your exploits

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zzgrvkuecn
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Glad you’re back!

    With a massive summer of women’s World Cup sport happening I’m so glad the girls are back! Can’t wait to hear their insider insights of what’s going on and what/who to look out for.

    Listening to the pod is like being in a pub with your friends..well, if my friends actually liked cricket! 😂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EXB453
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Welcome back!

    So good to have Kate and Alex back. This is a fun, empathetic podcast with plenty of laughs and plenty of well informed cricket chat.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shammickite
    United Kingdom2 months ago

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#9
United States/Sports/Cricket
Apple Podcasts
#8
United Kingdom/Sports/Cricket
Apple Podcasts
#22
Canada/Sports/Cricket
Apple Podcasts
#95
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#14
Australia/Sports/Cricket
Apple Podcasts
#17
France/Sports/Cricket

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

An Apology From Alex, & Ireland's Humphreys Talks India Win!
Q: What's the plan for handling India's key players in the next game?
The guests outline a cautious but proactive approach, focusing on length and control to negate Suryavanshi and Abhishek, while acknowledging the need to adapt as the series progresses.
An Apology From Alex, & Ireland's Humphreys Talks India Win!
Q: What did it feel like to beat India on home soil with such a historic backdrop?
Humphreys shares that it was an unbelievable day, emphasizing the significance of beating the world champions on their own turf and the lasting memory it creates for the squad.
A Guide to The Women's T20 World Cup (kind of...)
Q: Kirst, can you take us back to explain why your story is interesting, given you\'ve played for England and now represent Scotland again?
Kirstie describes the difficult decision to leave England to return to Scotland, the importance of national identity in the moment, and how the path has opened up exciting opportunities for Scotland to compete on the world stage.

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Frequently Asked Questions About No Balls: The Cricket Podcast

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Two longtime co-hosts bring candid banter and expert analysis to women's and men's cricket, mixing on-field insights with behind-the-scenes stories from tours, domestic schedules, and media coverage. Across recent episodes, conversations orbit England and India's women's teams, World Cup preparation and squad selections, high-profile player performances, and the evolving landscape of cricket media. Lively anecdotes, fan engagement, and a focus on team dynamics create a practical, listener-friendly mix for fans, aspiring cricket professionals, and media buyers seeking personalities with strong engagement and credibility in women's cricket. A notable through-line is the balance between high-level strategic analysis and relatable, lighthearted... more

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