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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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It’s Renshaw, it’s always been Renshaw but especially now with a Daddy hundred on foreign soil to turn the match around. So he’ll go ahead and join the back of the queue to bat at 5 for Australia. Doesn’t matter, Mitch Marsh is probably going to take... more

It’s the same game we’ve watched from Australia in the last 10 years, we’re completely unhappy with the scoreline and we still wholeheartedly believe that Australia will take a three-figure first innings lead.

Meanwhile, Bailey bamboozles us with h... more

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The sandpaper reduxes are running dry and it's almost time for Australia to return to South Africa for the first time since 2018. Australian's are never satisfied so even a 3-0 win may seem like a failure. Marnus tons up in a 'low intensity' warm up... more

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Recent Guests

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
Gideon Haigh
Cricket journalist and author
Cricket Attic / Cricket Haigh
Episode: Greenberg greenlights Knight Rider bunce
Vithushan Ehantharajah
Associate editor at CrickInfo
CrickInfo
Episode: PCB Clown Show, with Vithushan Ehantharajah
Greg Chappell
Former Australia captain and cricket icon, invited guest for expert commentary on batting
Cricket Australia / self
Episode: Batting issues, Carse handcuffs, Jaiswal headbutt, with Greg Chappell

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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
  • Dublin garduins warmup match

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bradmainia
    Ireland2 months ago
  • Five stars & flowers

    It’s always summer with these fellas

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Misty_rowe
    Australia2 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 States4 months ago
  • Good lads

    Good pod

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mesucudi
    United States7 months ago
  • "Don’t Miss a Thing this summer of cricket. Watch every AFL Community Series match live and exclusive on Fox Footy, included on Kayo Sports." can you shut the fuck up about the AFL for 2 seconds on a cricket podcast?

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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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Disappointing and sensible, with Matt Roller
Q: Matt, what is Fleming's likely approach on the field and off the field as England's new head coach?
Roller suggests Fleming will be a cerebral, backroom thinker who focuses on intelligent game plans and the tactical side rather than seeking public adulation; his experience with CSK and franchise cricket could help manage transitions and provide a steadier influence.
Clicking at first slip, with Tom Holland
Q: What are the origins of cricket according to you?
Tom Holland explains multiple theories but emphasizes the earliest recorded references and Tudor-era roots, framing cricket as a sport born from social clubs and amateur play before formal rules and grounds solidified.
True Blue or Jerusalem, with Alex Malcolm
Q: How might the coaching situation influence Australia's preparation for a long and demanding year?
Malcolm argues that the right coach should focus on environment and discipline, leveraging players' strengths rather than imposing a rigid structure, and that leadership and group culture will be as important as tactical systems.
True Blue or Jerusalem, with Alex Malcolm
Q: What is the feeling inside the group about Australia's ability for one last lap to take it all?
Alex Malcolm suggests there is a mix of nerves and cautious optimism, with veteran players aware this could be a final big push, and leadership dynamics will be crucial in maximizing performance over the next year.
Stokes loves these situations, with Simon Doull
Q: How does IPL and global franchise cricket affect England's test team preparation?
Doull notes that IPL commitments complicate traditional red-ball preparation and argues for clearer trade-offs between franchise cricket and national duty, stressing a need for the ECB to navigate compensation and scheduling to keep top players from opting out entirely.

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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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1. Nick Cummins
2. Declan Suzuki-McComb
3. Pete Lalor
4. Firdose Moonda
5. Dan Cherny
6. Ali Martin
7. Gideon Haigh
8. Vithushan Ehantharajah

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