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On The Front Foot

Newstalk ZB
New Zealand Cricket
Test Cricket
Cricket
World Test Championship
India
Australia
New Zealand
England Cricket
England
World T20
Black Caps
White Ferns
Sri Lanka
Kane Williamson
South Africa
Afghanistan
West Indies
T20 Cricket
New Zealand Black Caps
IPL

On The Front Foot is your weekly cricket podcast with Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney. Two of the most iconic voices of New Zealand cricket, keep you up to date with the leather on willow this summer. Powered by Newstalk ZB and iHeartRadio

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This week on On The Front Foot, Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney react to the rumours around the appointment of the new NZ Cricket CEO.

They also discuss whether anything was achieved in the ODI series in Bangladesh, and whether there’s room for any... more

This week, Tom Latham and Tim Robinson from the Black Caps joined the podcast to talk about the Bangladesh and Sri Lankan tours, respectively - as well as what future holds for a New Zealand cricket summer with the extension of T20 across the globe. more

This week, inspirational one day innings by Melie Kerr confirms her status, and we wonder if a T20 franchise competition is feasible in New Zealand.

Later, we discuss if our White Ferns should play a test against Australia - and we're joined by Pe... more

This week on On the Front Foot, Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney chat about the looming decision for NZ Cricket; is it BBL or NZ20?

Is crickets integrity under threat from below strength teams playing meaningless series?

And, sad farewells for Trevo... more

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Recent Guests

Haley Tiffin
Hall of Fame guest
Former cricketer and commentator
Episode: On The Front Foot Episode 253: Is a T20 franchise competition feasible in New Zealand?
Peter Fulton
Former Canterbury coach and Black Caps staff, discussed coaching moves
Cricket Canterbury / Middlesex (coaching)
Episode: On The Front Foot Episode 249: Black Caps set for WT20 semifinals after late innings recovery
John Bracewell
Former Black Caps coach with extensive coaching experience
New Zealand cricket
Episode: On The Front Foot Episode 245: Analysing Brendon McCullum's coaching technique
Michael Bracewell
New Zealand cricketer and captain of the ODI series
New Zealand Cricket
Episode: On The Front Foot Episode 244: Looking back on the ODI series win in India
Hagen Faith
Groundsman at Basin Reserve
Basin Reserve
Episode: On The Front Foot Episode 243: Saluting Daryl Mitchell's century in ODI win
Daryl Mitchell
Cricketer who led New Zealand to victory with a century
New Zealand National Cricket Team
Episode: On The Front Foot Episode 243: Saluting Daryl Mitchell's century in ODI win
Anton Devcich
Former Black Cap and coach of the New Zealand Under-19 cricket team
Coach for Under-19 World Cup
Episode: On The Front Foot Episode 241: Reflecting on victory in the West Indes test series
Richard Reid
CEO of Capital Football, former CEO at Canterbury Cricket
Capital Football
Episode: On The Front Foot Episode 240: Neil Wagner on the Second Test
Neil Wagner
Former New Zealand cricketer and current commentator
Episode: On The Front Foot Episode 240: Neil Wagner on the Second Test

Hosts

Bryan Waddle
Host with extensive experience in broadcasting cricket commentary and analysis, known for his keen insights into cricketing details.
Jeremy Coney
Co-host and former New Zealand cricketer, providing expert commentary and analysis on cricketing events and player performance.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 64 ratings
  • Grass roots cricket

    Great to hear the most experienced voices of nz cricket keeping us up to date with all the current events

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A Guzzo
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Simon Drought

    Golden voices of Nz cricket.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Simon Drought
    New Zealand3 years ago
  • Disappointing

    Was a really good podcast until they started talking about the COVID outbreak in India in relation to the IPL. They cited a piece audio from Darren Gough who was claiming millions of people had died from COVID in India. We are 15 months into COVID and India has only had just over 200,000 deaths in a country of 1.36 billion. More than 10,000,000 people die of all causes in India every year.

    If you spread misinformation that can be easily disproved by anyone with a smartphone then you should not b... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    EightStarzzz
    New Zealand5 years ago
  • Music to my ears !

    I live in and support England but the velvet tone and knowledge of these two legends is a joy and delight ! Eagerly awaiting their next offering ! Many thanks , Jane ( Yorkshire ) .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jane_tymon
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Some criticisms have arisen regarding instances of misinformation shared during discussions, which have sparked some negative feedback.
The podcast is regarded as informative and timely in its coverage of cricket events, especially during the season.
Listeners appreciate the insights from experienced voices in New Zealand cricket, praising the hosts for their depth of knowledge.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#94
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#26
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#56
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#7
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#33
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#43
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

On The Front Foot Episode 254: What does the future hold for the 'summer of cricket'?
Q: Do you see the NZ Twenty20 concept as a positive energy generator for cricket in New Zealand and for player opportunities?
Tim expresses cautiously optimistic views, highlighting potential benefits in energy, exposure for local players, and long-term development if it motivates participation and pathways.
On The Front Foot Episode 254: What does the future hold for the 'summer of cricket'?
Q: Is it so much about winning or more about doing what you're doing and developing in those conditions?
Tim responds that process-based improvements and learning take precedence over immediate wins, especially in tough conditions like Sri Lanka.
On The Front Foot Episode 254: What does the future hold for the 'summer of cricket'?
Q: Yeah, how's the team looking at the tour of Sri Lanka so far in terms of results?
Tim describes the tour as challenging and emphasizes that the focus should be on building skills and adapting to new conditions rather than simply chasing results.
On The Front Foot Episode 246: Will NZ make it to the WT20 semi-finals?
Q: Why do you think our under 19 batsmen struggle as badly as they have?
The under 19 tournament poses challenges that our players struggled to meet due to weather and conditions.
On The Front Foot Episode 246: Will NZ make it to the WT20 semi-finals?
Q: Do we have the bowling to restrict and take wickets?
Improvement is necessary in the bowling department to compete.

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This weekly cricket podcast features in-depth discussions about New Zealand cricket, including insights into both the men's Black Caps and the women's White Ferns teams. Key themes include analyses of recent matches, player performances, coaching strategies, and strategic elements of the game. Noteworthy is the exploration of cricket's evolving landscape, including the implications of international dynamics, tournament preparations, and developmental challenges in women's cricket. Guests often include former players and cricket experts who provide insider perspectives, making it a rich source of information and commentary for cricket enthusiasts and professionals alike.

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2. Peter Fulton
3. John Bracewell
4. Michael Bracewell
5. Hagen Faith
6. Daryl Mitchell
7. Anton Devcich
8. Richard Reid

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