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Sport's Strangest Crimes

BBC Radio 5 Live
Match Fixing
Bruiser Brody
Wrestling
Streaking
Paris Saint-Germain
Puerto Rico
Rugby Union
Super Bowl
Hansie Cronje
Bloodgate Scandal
Harlequins
Kheira Hamraoui
Football
Bloodgate
Aminata Diallo
Dean Richards
Jose Gonzalez
Tom Williams
Match-Fixing
Organized Crime

When sport collides with true crime.

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The streak is over but the chaos is just beginning.

Mark Roberts has danced naked at the centre of the Super Bowl, been tackled by an NFL linebacker, and carried off the field. What he doesn’t realise is that minutes earlier, a “wardrobe malfunction... more

Houston, 2004. Super Bowl XXXVIII. The biggest television event of the year — and everyone involved is chasing perfection.

Inside the NFL machine, Jim Steeg is orchestrating a military-grade operation where every second is worth millions. In the pro... more

After failing in San Diego, Mark swore he’d never try the Super Bowl again. Then one unexpected email changes everything.

Comedian Rich Hall presents the story of an eight-month mission to infiltrate Super Bowl XXXVIII in Houston - rehearsals, disgu... more

Before Mark could streak the Super Bowl, both streaking and the Super Bowl had to become what they are.

Streaking has a history. The Super Bowl has a history. And host Rich Hall? Well he has a history too, which might explain a few things.

Rich Hal... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Chatham
Patriots linebacker who tackled the streaker
New England Patriots
Episode: 6. The Fallout
Mark Roberts
A streaker known for his numerous appearances at major sporting events, including Wimbledon and the Olympics.
Episode: 1. Captain C**k
Wayne Dreyse
Former sports journalist who covered multiple Super Bowls.
ESPN
Episode: 1. Captain C**k
Franz Cronje
Brother of Hansie Cronje, sharing personal insights and anecdotes.
Episode: 1. Bigger than Becks
Rory Stane
Former police officer and associate of Nelson Mandela, discussing the impact of Cronje.
Episode: 1. Bigger than Becks
Neil Manthorpe
Cricket writer and commentator with extensive experience in South African cricket.
Episode: 1. Bigger than Becks
Alan Donald
Former South African cricketer and close friend of Hansie Cronje.
Episode: 1. Bigger than Becks
Tom Williams
Former Harlequins player involved in the Bloodgate incident
Harlequins
Episode: 7. Redemption and Beyond
Dean Richards
Former Director of Rugby at Harlequins
Newcastle Falcons
Episode: 7. Redemption and Beyond

Hosts

Rich Hall
Host with a background in BBC programming and sports storytelling; frequently anchors and narrates across series.
Mark Butcher
Former England cricketer turned presenter; contributes cricket expertise and investigative framing.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 821 ratings
  • Depends on the host

    The Shergar story was really interesting but awful choice of host, could have been so much better. Whereas the Hansie Cronje one was very good and a much better listen in terms of host and structure.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    purple chunks
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Too much music

    A lot of people listen at bedtime. Ridiculous amount of music in the cricket season. Might as well have been in a nightclub

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Mikey HH
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Top class journalism

    Excellently narrated and researched. What an incredible story supported by world class contributors.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Barks64
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • alright

    Idk some of the seasons are amazing and im questioning how these stories are real and other ones it’s just rly bad and im questioning why these are coming to me 😭😭😔 like y do i need to know this ? 🤨 sorry not gr8 review 🫶🏻🤓😰 x

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ~😘ฅ
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great sub just let down by narrator

    Difficult to listen to due to Ross Kemp sensationalising every other word and speaking slowly to drag out his lines. Also, he needs advising on how to pronounce Harlequins.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Tha Bosh
    United Kingdoma year ago

Listeners Say

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The rotating host format is praised for variety but can feel uneven across series.
Some episodes polarize with presenter tone and pacing, affecting engagement.
Listeners value the deep, documentary-style storytelling and expert contributions.
Guests with strong credibility in sports and crime tend to elevate the discourse.
Overall quality is seen as high with meticulous research, though pacing can vary.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#37
Ukraine/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#192
Finland/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#237
Russia/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

7. An Unhappy Ending
Q: Do you believe in the innocence of Aminatta Diallo?
The circumstances of the attack leave many baffled with varying opinions on Diallo's involvement.
1. Sleep with the Money
Q: Can I make a statement?
You want to come to this meeting tomorrow, but we need five. There's you, who are going to be the other three.
1. Sleep with the Money
Q: Why didn't that work out for you?
I weighed 70kg as a centre-half and struggled with putting on weight and was out of my depth physically in training.
1. Sleep with the Money
Q: So I think it's important to understand how you got into football.
I remember my house was one of the first households that had a TV, and I watched Match of the Day, and that inspired me to get into football.
1. Sleep with the Money
Q: How honest are you going to be with me?
I'm going to be 100% honest.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sport's Strangest Crimes

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A narration-driven exploration of sports-related crime and controversy, focused on infamous events like public stunts, match-fixing scandals, and their fallout across leagues and media. Episodes blend first-person recollections, expert analysis, and investigative storytelling to examine how fame, governance, and ethics intersect in high-stakes sporting moments. Notable strengths include a rotating host format and a diverse roster of guests—ranging from former players and journalists to bookmakers and legal observers—delivering multifaceted viewpoints. The show stands out for turning sensational sports incidents into nuanced investigations about accountability, media dynamics, and the price of notoriety in the age of live worldwide coverage.... more

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2. Mark Roberts
3. Wayne Dreyse
4. Franz Cronje
5. Rory Stane
6. Neil Manthorpe
7. Alan Donald
8. Tom Williams

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