
Proper cricketing analysis, opinion and insight from former Middlesex bowler Simon Hughes, aka The Analyst, the BBC's Simon Mann, and former England keeper and Ashes winner Matt Prior. The most authoritative cricket podcast out there.. Find us on the Sport Social website: podcast.sport-social.co.uk/podcast/the-analyst-inside-cricket/
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 980 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | CricketSports | |||

With runs and wickets, India's Axar Patel seizes victory for India at Edgbaston in the first of three odis to continue England's poor run in this format. But as important as the cricket was the fundraising for the Prostate charity. It was Blue for Bo... more
Brendan Mccullum has been sacked as England Test coach. Simon Hughes and Simon Mann discuss the decision and how he will cope having been removed from one job and retained in another (the white ball role.) One shambles is replaced by another. Plus th... more
142 years after the men played a Test match at Lord's, the women have finally got their chance. Glorious weather greeted this seminal moment in the game as England hosted women for a one-off women's Test. Simon Hughes was there to commemorate the occ... more
The BBC's Simon Mann and former Indian player Deep Dasgupta describe with some astonishment England's 125 run thrashing of India in the 3rd T20. Jofra Archer and Josh Tongue blasted through India's top order - despite the teenager Sooryavashi whacki... more
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Not enough air time for two Simons any more….in the new format
Listened to about 30 seconds of her before removing the episode. Very annoying.
Hi, when Simon is away, can you tell Nikki to shut up and stop interrupting Simon. It’s so annoying. In fact she is annoying full stop. I am considering not listening if she is on. Simon must be so frustrated. I know I am.
Any chance Nikki could be played at normal speed or inhale a little less helium please.
Why don’t they have trials to see if your in form get some international players to put them through their paces
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Cricket-focused analysis with two seasoned hosts who bring long-form, data-informed commentary, industry context, and behind-the-scenes stories from the professional game. Episodes frequently feature current players and high-profile insiders, offering tactical breakdowns, selection debates, and avenue-rich discussions about county and international cricket, sponsorships, governance, and the evolving economics of the sport. A standout is the chemistry between two expert analysts, often enriched by guest voices from players, coaches, and commentators, providing both technical insights and storytelling that appeal to serious fans, aspiring analysts, and industry professionals.
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