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The Analyst Inside Cricket

Simon Hughes
England
England Cricket Team
Cricket
India
Test Cricket
Australia
2005 Ashes
Ashes Series
T20 World Cup
Australia Cricket Team
Ben Stokes
Ashes
County Championship
Shane Warne
Kevin Pietersen
New Zealand
England National Cricket Team
IPL
The Ashes
Glenn Mcgrath

Proper cricketing analysis, opinion and insight from Simon Hughes, aka The Analyst, the BBC's Simon Mann. and former England keeper Matt Prior. If you want to know what REALLY happened, listen in. Find us on the Sport Social website: podcast.sport-social.co.uk/podcast/the-analyst-inside-cricket/

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The second day of the Lords Test was again a bowler-friendly day, and England ended it on top with New Zealand needing another 225 to win - to make the highest score of the match with only 7 wickets in hand. Star of the day debutant Emilio Gay who... more

An extraordinary bowler-dominated day at Lord's when 16 wickets fell for only 200 runs. England's reboot was scotched by excellent New Zealand seam bowling and an awkward first day pitch, not what the MCC would have wanted to celebrate the 150th Test... more

The first Test of the summer is here - the 150th ever staged at Lord's - an opportune moment for England to banish their Ashes ills. Can Stokes and McCullum be realigned on their philosophies and make England more than the sum of their parts, rather... more

Part 2 of our discussion on the art of commentary and how the radio version differs from TV. Simon Hughes, Simon Mann and Gavin Scovell, ICC senior TV director, share invaluable insights into the best (and worst) approaches to commentary, including ... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Prior
Former Sussex England player, Ashes winner
England cricket team
Episode: ENGLAND V NEW ZEALAND: TIME TO DELIVER
Gavin Scovell
ICC Senior TV Director
ICC
Episode: THE GOLDEN RULES OF COMMENTARY: PART 1
Will Foskett
Son of the bat cleft maker; part of Foskett's Willows Limited
Foskett's Willows Limited
Episode: SACHIN'S BATMAN
Sonny Baker
England international cricketer, Hampshire fast bowler
England National Team; Hampshire
Episode: SONNY BAKER: ENTHUSIASM PERSONIFIED
Nick Gubbins
Cricketer, Hampshire
Hampshire County Cricket Club
Episode: SOMERSET FEEL HAMPSHIRE HEAT
Ben Stokes
England cricket captain featured in a wide-ranging ECB interview
England Cricket Team / ECB
Episode: THE FUTURE OF MIDDLESEX
Paul Farbrace
Head coach of Sussex, former Middlesex colleague
Sussex County Cricket Club
Episode: SMALL CLUB BIG HEART
Sam Moreshead
Founder of Counter Press, cricket media commentator
Counter Press
Episode: RUN GLUT
Cameron Steel
Cricketer, Surrey all-rounder
Surrey County Cricket Club
Episode: THE MOST COVETED PRIZE

Hosts

Simon Hughes
Host of The Analyst Inside Cricket; long-running BBC presence and analyst voice with broad cricket coverage.
Simon Mann
Co-host bringing cricket analysis, broadcast experience, and insider perspectives to the discussion.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 948 ratings
  • Desperately

    Why don’t they have trials to see if your in form get some international players to put them through their paces

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Morphine!’
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Tinpot

    Become a laughable podcast, no editing already makes it very amateurish then the completely pro India commentary around the T20 WC is very unbecoming. Don’t listen if you want objective analysis

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    GPS198
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Watch out for the insidious advertising

    Really like the podcast - but, good God, the unannounced advertising - Betfair, Nord VPN, TNT - is almost like watching a tawdry 80s American romcom full of obvious product placement.

    Keep the adverts out of the editorial. I know they pay you money for this legalised lying but your integrity is worth more.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    leemarc1970
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Review

    Really like the show, followed Hughes as a player in the 80s & got all his books, both are good with the way they come across.The show about Field of Dreams is fantastic, if one lad stays straight & is a good honest person it’s success.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gaulty64
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Batting on at Old Trafford

    I could not disagree more with the position taken from the contributors on here! The match conditions clearly state BOTH captains have to agree to a draw at the final hour mark. India made the decision to bat on and that is there right! Their paying fans (unlike journalists who get to watch free) wanted to see hundreds from Jadeja and Sundar so why should Gill disappoint them! Just because England’s captain and players, supported by members of the British media, disagree with the decision and pr... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Skrimmers
    United Kingdom10 months ago

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The show is valued for insider perspectives on England and county cricket with practical takeaways for fans and aspiring cricket professionals.
Guests and discussions frequently earn positive reactions for expertise and candor.
Listeners praise the informed, balanced analysis and chemistry between the hosts.
Ad spots and ad-read pacing are a common point of critique for some listeners.

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THE GOLDEN RULES OF COMMENTARY: PART 1
Q: How can aspiring commentators and directors balance roles and develop their craft?
Gavin discusses the balance between calling action (lead commentator) and providing colour, the value of experience in both radio and TV, and the importance of understanding the different needs of media formats while building a broad skill set.
THE GOLDEN RULES OF COMMENTARY: PART 1
Q: Simon Hughes asks how to break into direction and whether it is a good career.
Gavin explains that pursuing direction is possible but requires persistence, networking, starting in related roles like VT directing or vision mixing, and being willing to travel and grow through different markets; he stresses enthusiasm and persistence as essential.
RABADA SPRINTING TO THE FINISH
Q: What about the finals then?
Deep predicts that Gujarat Titans or Royal Challengers Bangalore are strong contenders to reach the final, with GT hosting a potential final in Ahmedabad giving them a home advantage, while RCB's consistency makes them a leading candidate as well.
NEW BLOOD
Q: How might the bowling attack be configured at Lord's given conditions?
The plan discussed favored a pace-heavy combination with Robinson and Atkinson likely to open or be early-overs mainstays, and Stokes possibly fitting in as first change depending on balance and form of the other bowlers.
NEW BLOOD
Q: What was the key reason for picking Emilio Gay as opener over Rew?
Gay was chosen due to his established openness at higher levels and consistency, while Rew struggled to find a clear opening role, making Gay the more suitable fit for the moment.

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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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5. Nick Gubbins
6. Ben Stokes
7. Paul Farbrace
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