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3AW Wide World of Sports

3AW
AFL
Carlton
Christian Petracca
Melbourne Football Club
Essendon Football Club
Essendon Bombers
Brisbane Lions
GWS Giants
Richmond Football Club
Australian Rules Football
Port Adelaide
AFL Wildcard Round
Alistair Clarkson
Zach Merritt
Sydney
Sydney Swans
Deconing
Massimo D'ambrosio
Losses and Wins
Winning Culture

Wide World of Sports is the show sports fans can’t miss. Jimmy Bartel brings you the opinions you want to hear and all the breaking news as it comes to hand. Tune in every weekday from 6pm.

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Welcome to a Wide World of Sports update. A snapshot of the latest sport stories from the 9News team including:

• Joe Root records his second century of the Ashes series

• Novak Djokovic splits with an organisation he founded

• Perth Scorchers... more

Welcome to a Wide World of Sports update. A snapshot of the latest sport stories from the 9News team including:

• Usman Khawaja announces Test retirement

• Glenn McGrath on the SCG's pitch preparation ahead of final Ashes Test

• Lachie Neale sta... more

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Recent Guests

Lee Hames
Chief Operating Officer at Lloyd's Auctions
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Episode: 3AW Wide World of Sports with Matt Granland - December 31 (2025)
Brett Lee
Former Australian cricketer and newly inducted member of the Cricket Hall of Fame
Episode: 3AW Wide World of Sports with Matt Granland - December 31 (2025)
Peter Moores
Head coach of Melbourne Stars
Melbourne Stars
Episode: 3AW Wide World of Sports with Matt Granland - December 30 (2025)
Colin Smith
Media rights expert
Episode: 3AW Wide World of Sports with Matt Granland - December 30 (2025)
John Horn
Tennis reporter and broadcaster.
WTA World Feed
Episode: 3AW Wide World of Sports with Matt Granland - December 29 (2025)
Tony Hemming
Veteran curator who has prepared wickets globally.
Episode: 3AW Wide World of Sports with Matt Granland - December 29 (2025)
Jason Berendorf
Fast Bowler for Melbourne Renegades.
Melbourne Renegades
Episode: 3AW Wide World of Sports with Matt Granland - December 29 (2025)
Monty Panasar
Former England Test Spinner
Episode: 3AW Wide World of Sports with Matt Granland - December 23 (2025)
David Stephenson
NBL Chief Executive
NBL
Episode: 3AW Wide World of Sports with Matt Granland - December 23 (2025)

Hosts

Jimmy Bartel
Host of Wide World of Sports known for his lively discussions and insights on various sports events.
Mike Pearsall
Host of the Wide World of Sports Morning Update Podcast providing quick updates and sports news.

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Fascinating

    Fascinating Sam, fascinating show you have, everything is fascinating. Absolute fascinating flog

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MUSETTI400
    Australiaa year ago
  • Ads too loud.

    Listen for the first time in a while. Refuse to listen to again until they sort out the volume of the ads.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    The nickname is taken…..
    Australiaa year ago
  • Loud adds

    Have had to stop listening. The Macquarie bank add that comes on is too loud and often played back to back.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Beany1111
    Australiaa year ago
  • Filling in Time

    I understand Sammy is waiting for the football season to start!

    But seriously wasting an entire show to pot the blues!

    If you cannot be bothered putting some time into some content I am out.

    Sticks

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Jackattack$&):
    Australia2 years ago
  • Too woke

    Why do you spoil your program with your woke leanings. Just stick to football please or bring Gerard back.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    agvdsfg
    Australia3 years ago

Listeners Say

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There are mixed feelings regarding the ideological stance, with some claiming it veers into areas outside of sports commentary.
Listeners appreciate the engaging sports discussions and expert insights from a variety of sports personalities.
Some feedback indicates dissatisfaction with ad volume and editing issues.
Several reviews highlight the quality of guests and the lively commentary, which keeps the audience informed about breaking sports news.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

3AW Wide World of Sports with Matt Granland - December 29 (2025)
Q: Is the shorter test match the new normal?
Both Tony and the callers expressed viewpoints on changing batting techniques and the influence of shorter formats.
3AW Wide World of Sports with Matt Granland - December 31 (2025)
Q: What has changed for Melbourne Victory in the last few weeks?
We started scoring goals, which has been our Achilles' heel.
3AW Wide World of Sports with Matt Granland - December 31 (2025)
Q: Brett, going over your career, what was your biggest highlight?
My biggest highlight is definitely to get the baggy green cap and to go past 160.
3AW Wide World of Sports with Matt Granland - December 26 (2025)
Q: Who has been the best sports commentator of any sport over the years?
Listeners provided various nominations including legends like Ricky Ponting and Richie Benaud, each cherished for their unique contributions to commentary.
Who Monty Panesar wants to see replace Brendon McCullum if poor England form continues
Q: Does he stay or go after this?
If Brendon McCullum doesn't do well, they should look for another coach, such as Darren Berry, who knows the English cricket system well.

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Featuring engaging discussions centered on notable sports events, the content frequently highlights prestigious tournaments such as the Australian Open and the Ashes, alongside insights from professional athletes and sports figures. Emphasis is placed on various sports, particularly golf, cricket, and Australian rules football, with hosts analyzing performances and exploring critical moments in games. The blend of expert commentary and lively talk keeps fans updated and entertained, and the show's interactive nature often invites listener engagement, making it a staple for sports enthusiasts eager for current insights and analysis.

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1. Lee Hames
2. Brett Lee
3. Peter Moores
4. Colin Smith
5. John Horn
6. Tony Hemming
7. Jason Berendorf
8. Monty Panasar

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