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The Grade Cricketer

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Cricket is great if you're into things like wasted youth, failed relationships, sun damage and broken dreams. Join Pez & Higgos for a weekly show featuring news, views and interviews with major names from across the cricket scene, as well as daily reviews from the big fixtures around the globe.

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Plenty to unpack from Pat Cummins record breaking press conference. Where do we buy Khawaja/Cummins half-and-half scarves. TGC's Raw and Order returns as we react to Pat Cummins EXPLOSIVE press conference.

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Who knows what about who and when things happened. Are the Holden Commodores on Facebook right? Is this all for book sales? The bowlers, they must know something right?

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Not sure if you caught it, but there was a Test match here in Cape Town, it finished up yesterday. Doesn’t matter, you wouldn’t be interested.

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So. Was this a good use of our collective Saturday nights? Sitting at home watching whatever this was?

It's a take-your-licks kind of result. A commanding win for the Saffas. A seismic, humiliating defeat for the Aussies.

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Recent Guests

Simon Harmer
South African international cricketer and spin bowler
Cricket South Africa
Episode: Live from Cape Town, with Simon Harmer
Faf du Plessis
Former South Africa captain and international cricketer
Cricket South Africa
Episode: Faf du Plessis on towels, mints and returning to Cape Town
Alex Malcolm
CrickInfo analyst and guest on the couch
CrickInfo
Episode: The right kind of win, with Alex Malcolm
Nick Cummins
CEO of Cricket Victoria
Cricket Victoria
Episode: Cricket Victoria CEO Nick Cummins on why they’re selling the Renegades
Declan Suzuki-McComb
Japanese cricket player
Japan national cricket team
Episode: Baird out, Saffas win and Japanese wides
Pete Lalor
Australia-based cricket journalist, on-site commentator
Cricket Etow
Episode: Baird out, Saffas win and Japanese wides
Firdose Moonda
South Africa-based journalist and broadcaster
Independent journalist
Episode: Baird out, Saffas win and Japanese wides
Dan Cherny
Chief Cricket Writer
Code Sport
Episode: Baird out, Saffas win and Japanese wides
Ali Martin
Guardian Cricket Correspondent
The Guardian
Episode: Baird out, Saffas win and Japanese wides

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Pez
Host of The Grade Cricketer with recurring involvement in The Grade Cricketer brand and related shows
Higgos
Co-host and primary voice alongside Pez, associated with The Grade Cricketer productions
Pezza
Co-host, part of The Grade Cricketer duo with Higgos for various shows

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 6.6k ratings
  • Best cricket podcast

    Podcast Addict
    5
    247dan
    22 days ago
  • Hard to listen to this pair

    This review isn’t an England v Aussie bias thing, as I quite enjoy a lot of Aussie cricket pods, but I just find these two presenters to be pretty insufferable. Their schtick can be a tad grating.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mick_EnglandCricket
    United Kingdom25 days ago
  • Dublin garduins warmup match

    What’s me hit is Ashwin batting twice in an etpl warmup match

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bradmainia
    Ireland3 months ago
  • Five stars & flowers

    It’s always summer with these fellas

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Misty_rowe
    Australia3 months ago
  • In-depth analysis with a dose of dark humor

    An amazing podcast with a holistic review of the global game we all love

    Right from the trials facing Australian Cricket to the game’s Chernobyl that is coming with the IPL’s expansion, Higgo and Pezza don’t miss a beat

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Knucklehead9922
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

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Fans note high-quality guests and strong chemistry between hosts.
Listeners praise smart, funny, and insightful cricket analysis with sharp banter.
Some criticism centers on language use and monetization perceptions, but overall positive sentiment persists.

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Live from Cape Town, with Simon Harmer
Q: What is Shukri Conrad like as a coach and leader?
Harmer describes Conrad as a straight shooter who clearly communicates players' roles and selection prospects. He says communication and man-management matter greatly at this level.
Live from Cape Town, with Simon Harmer
Q: How does sledging work within the South African team, and who starts it?
Harmer says the series had been fairly tame, but tensions rose after Pat Cummins challenged South Africa's batting decisions and Matthew Breetzke had things to say. He expects the deciding Test to become more competitive.
Australia make runs. Grippers? | Day 2 | SA v AUS | Cape Town
Q: How many runs does Smudge need in the shield to earn back his spot?
The hosts do not give a specific threshold. They joke about how quickly discussion has moved to Smith's return and suggest the situation is still unfolding.
Farewell Cape Town, Hello Pike Town
Q: Should Australia stay the course, or is it time for a systemic refresh?
The hosts argue that Australia should begin a measured transition, giving younger players opportunities while retaining some experience rather than either preserving the status quo or replacing the whole team.
Farewell Cape Town, Hello Pike Town
Q: Besides business class tickets to LA 2028, what other demands should Smudge make to keep playing?
The hosts joke about Steve Smith demanding power within Australian cricket, including a leadership challenge, while also discussing whether he should bat at number three.

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This program combines sharp, irreverent cricket analysis with interviews by prominent voices in the sport. Across episodes, the hosts deliver blistering takes on recent fixtures, tactical breakdowns, and behind-the-scenes dynamics, then bring in guests—ranging from former players to historians and analysts—for deeper context. The tone mixes humor with technical insight, culture, and governance questions, often weaving in sponsor reads and live-show anecdotes. A standout feature is a recurring ability to pair energetic banter with high-caliber cricket IQ, making it appealing to listeners who want both entertainment and expert framing on contemporary cricket issues.

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2. Faf du Plessis
3. Alex Malcolm
4. Nick Cummins
5. Declan Suzuki-McComb
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7. Firdose Moonda
8. Dan Cherny

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