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Hamilton Masakadza, undoubtedly a son of the Zimbabwean soil.

Hamilton Masakadza was 17 years and 352 days old when he debuted for Zimbabwe in the second test match against the West Indies at Harare sports club in 2001, and briefly held the record for being the youngest player to score a test hundred on debut.

Hamilton talks in depth about that hundred, his support from his senior players at the time, his unwavering encouragement from his family, especially his Father.

He also talks candidly about the setback of losing the senior players in 2004, but also believes that it accelerated the inclusion of black players.

He also pays huge tribute to former West Indian player Phil Simmons, who had a massive part to play in his development, as well as the Cronje family in Bloemfontein where he attended university

Zimbabwe’s swing bowler Victor Nyauchi, who is currently struggling with an Achilles injury tells Dean du Plessis that neither the convener of selectors, or coaches have faith in him due to his lack of pace

Sir Garfield Sobers who passed away at the age of 89 was undoubtedly the world’s finest all round cricketer

West Indies commentator Fazeer Mohammed talks to Dean du Plessis, and pays tribute to the world’s best allrounder

Stuart Carlisle is Zimbabwe’s only batsman to score centuries against Australia in both test and one day international formats.

He talks briefly about his promising Hockey career, his sister Lindsay who represented Zimbabwe and South Africa, and then went on to captain the South African ladies hockey team.

He talks about the test hundred he scored against Australia at the Sydney Cricket ground in 2003

And Dean du Plessis has an addition to make, regarding a (blind) date

Zimbabwe’s assistant coach and former batter Stuart Matsikenyeri talks about the culture in the squad, the longevity and importance of the older players

Former Tuskers cricketer Godwin Mamhiyo sits down with Dean du Plessis for a deep dive into Zimbabwe’s test squad ahead of the Bangladesh series, the emerging pace-bowling options and Tafadzwa Tsiga’s rise in red ball cricket.

Left-arm fast bowler Richard Ngarava has always had lots of responsibilities as Zimbabwe’s opening bowler. Now he has the added responsibility of captaining his country in the test and ODI formats.

He feels quietly confident ahead of Zimbabwe’s home series against Bangladesh. He also speaks about the privilege of taking over as test and ODI captain

Craig Richard Ervine was in a reflective mood as he joined Dean du Plessis in the garden.

He starts off by giving us an account on how he missed Zimbabwe’s one-off test against Ireland in Bulawayo due to the early arrival of his baby, then talks about the experiences and lessens learnt of playing against England, South Africa and New Zealand.

He briefly touches on his team mate and friend Sean Williams’s struggles and how they were dealt with, and also shares his mild disappointment as to how he was informed about the change in captaincy in the Test and ODI formats, but assures us that the disappointments are firmly behind him as he focuses on the upcoming international season

Join Dean du Plessis and Zimbabwe’s men’s coach Justin Sammons in the garden in a wide ranging conversation from Justin’s ongoing stint with Zimbabwe, to his roll as batting consultant with the Proteas men’s team.

Sammons talks about the highs and lows with Zimbabwe, the importance of creating a good environment for the players to perform, and what he hopes to achieve with the team

Managing director of Zimbabwe cricket, Givemore Makoni and Dean du Plessis engage in a wide ranging conversation covering multiple topics

Brendan Taylor returned to international cricket in August 2025 after serving a ban for substance and alcohol abuse, as well as accepting money from illegal bookmakers. He gives an honest assessment on his comeback, and remains very focused on playing in the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup

Top-order batter Innocent Kaia sits down with Dean du Plessis and expresses his desire and hunger to get back into the national team and score as many runs for his country as he can. He talks about how nice it is batting with Sikandar Raza, and also thanks former coach Dave Houghton for mentoring him

Once again Dean du Plessis delivers another masterclass podcast. Fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani talks about his inclusion in the recently concluded ICC T20 World Cup, his how West Indies allrounder Jason Holder helped him with his bowling action, the joy of working with former West Indies great Courtney Walsh, the team and his personal performance in the T20 World Cup, and his desire to play test cricket…. Former Zimbabwe captain Tatenda Taibu spoke about his roll as the ambassador during the under 19 World Cup, and fondly remembers the Under 19 World Cup in 2002 where he was named player of the tournament

Former Zimbabwean seam bowler, now established commentator Mpumelelo Mbangwa assesses Zimbabwe’s recent campaign in the ICC T20 Men’s World Cup, and Zimbabwean opening batter Brian Bennett reflects on his success. With half centuries against Australia, Sri Lanka, and 97* against India

Former Zimbabwean great, Andy Flower takes time out to visit Dean du Plessis in his garden and talk about the ICC. Men’s Under 19 World Cup, his playing career, England’s disappointing Ashes campaign, the Indian Premier League. He also shares his thoughts on what Zimbabwe cricket could do to be more competitive and get positive results

David Houghton was one of the many talented sports people that Zimbabwe produced. Representing Zimbabwe in Tennis, squash, Hokey, and cricket. He talks in depth of his international cricket career with Dean du Plessis.

Former top-order batter, turned commentator, Tino Mawoyo relives Zimbabwe’s shock win over Australia in the ICC uNDER 19 MEN’S CRICKET WORLD CUP which was held in Bangladesh in 2004. Mawoyo who captained the team also explains his various “feathers in his cap” through out the upcoming World Cup

Kian and Michial Blignaut, sons of former Zimbabwe allrounder chat to Dean du Plessis ahead of the upcoming under 19 men’s World Cup

The under 19 World Cup is virtually upon us, and Zimbabwe and Namibia will be cohosting the event.

Former Zimbabwe captain, now tournament director Hamilton Masakadza explains his roll

Allrounder and Midwest captain Antum Naqvi talks about his future, playing in the international leagues and controlling emotions.

Former national coach Dave Houghton also makes an appearance on the Pod as he tells us about the roll he will play at the high performance centre

Zimbabwe’s wicket-keeper batter Tafadzwa Tsiga had an integral part to play in Zimbabwe‘s dismantling of Afghanistan in the recently concluded one off test matched played at Harare sports club. Tsiga’s glove work was nothing short of sublime. He talks about what it was like to be in a winning team for a change, and the hard work he has put in to his keeping

Alistair and younger brother Michael talk in depth about their cricketing ambitions, and their rivalry between the siblings and a multitalented family.

From their cousins who represented Zimbabwe on the tennis court, to uncles who played first class and international Cricket in Zimbabwe.

Both former captains, both approaching 40 years old.

Leg spinner Graeme Cremer and Brendan Taylor talk about their impending return to Zimbabwe’s national and domestic setup.

Dion Ebrahim Zimbabwe’s batting coach has an in-depth conversation with Dean du Plessis about what he hopes to achieve as the batting coach, he’s stint with the New Zealand Black Caps, and his playing career

Zimbabwe’s former Brendan Taylor had it all.

He captained Zimbabwe with distinction.

He played for English county side Nottinghamshire.

He dazzled fans around the world with his ability to play ramp and scoop-shots off the pace-bowlers, and a variety of sweep-shots off the spinners.

After Zimbabwe’s brief suspension from international cricket by the ICC, life took a terrible turn for Brendan.

In this very deep and honest conversation with Dean du Plessis, Brendan talks about a harrowing trip to India, discovering sobriety, and his plans to return to play for Zimbabwe at the age of 39

Fiery on the pitch, and capable of producing devastating spells of reverse swing bowling at high pace, former South African pace-bowler Dale Steyn talks to Dean du Plessis about the IPL, his most memorable test match performances, his admiration for KG Rabada and more

Zimbabwe’s Women’s captain Mary-Anne Musonda-Nhira has captained Zimbabwe with integrity, humility and distinction since 2019. Dean du Plessis had a short but most enjoyable chat with this gracious lady.

Sean Williams made his international debut for Zimbabwe as an 18 year old batter. He talks in depth to Dean du Plessis abut his volatility, the highest and the lows. The people who influenced him along the way, and what he still hopes to achieve in the time he has left.

He understands that more and more niggles, twinges and injuries are inhibiting his abilities so he wants to try and achieve as much as he can with the time that he has left

Allrounder Tony Munyonga sits down with Dean du Plessis and talks about his recent form for his franchise the Eagles, his return to the national side, fatherhood and the support of his family

Ireland’s test captain Andrew Balbirnie and his Mother, Candy and Father, Ashley join Dean du Plessis in a wide ranging and lighthearted conversation

Ben Curran, brother of Tom and Sam Curren opens the batting for Zimbabwe. He scored his maiden ODI century, 118* to secure a 2-1 series win for Zimbabwe over Ireland. He also talks about his family and pays tribute to his late father Kevin

PJ Moor made his test debut for Zimbabwe at Queens Sports club against New Zealand in 2016. Now he is returning to the venue of his debut to play against the country of his birth as he now represents his newly adopted country island

Johnathan Campbell, son of former test captain Alistair Campbell has been included in Zimbabwe’s squad which will be traveling to Bangladesh where they will play 5 T20 internationals.

The softly spoken powerfully built left-arm quick bowler Richard Ngarava talks about his long term vision, his willingness to learn from others, and his very close friend and new ball partner, Blessing Muzarabani

Allrounder Brad Evans has been out of action for some time due to shin splints. He is however making steady progress towards recovery. “I’m in a much better place than when I first donned the Zimbabwe jersey”. He has been working exceptionally hard on improving his batting as well

Ireland’s Superstar batter Harry Tom Tector has already made a big impression in his relatively young international career. He talks about his desire to play more test cricket, his very supportive family who have very deep cricketing roots, and regales us with some of his memorable match winning performances for his beloved Ireland alongside players such as Paul Stirling, Kevin o’Brien, and Andy Balbirnie

After a stint with English County team Leicestershire, 25 year old Nick Welsh has returned to the country of his birth to pursue his international career. The dashing top order batter has already had a taste of international cricket when he was selected to travel to Windhoek Namibia, where Zimbabwe and the hosts played each other in 5 T20 internationals. Zimbabwe return to the same venue for the T20 World Cup qualifiers. Although he is quiet and laid-back, this, Jack Russell lover is delighted to be back home for good, and relishes the opportunity to get stuck in

Born in Belgium, raised in Sydney Australia, allrounder Antum Naqvi has adopted Zimbabwe as his home-country. “I am very ready and very committed to play for Zimbabwe right now if I get the opportunity”. Naqvi also has a commercial pilot license, however, he has put that on hold as he focuses on his very promising cricket career

Zimbabwe’s national men’s head coach and former test captain Dave Houghton gives an in-depth analysis as as to how how the mindset and self belief of players change as their careers develop

Former Zimbabwe captain Brendan Taylor is in the process of raising money to build a rehabilitation and retreat centre in the Eastern Highlands of Zimbabwe. He also shares his 19 months experience of what he refers to as True living after his addiction of alcohol and drugs

Former Zimbabwe captain and coach Heath Hilton Streak sadly lost his battle to colon cancer on Sunday the 3rd of September 2023. Former captain Alistair Campbell had the unique experience of captaining Heath Streak, as well as playing under Streak when he was appointed captain in 2000

“I remember Andy Flower coming into the change room after the toss, and telling us that Salim Malik tried to cheat at the toss”. Heath Streak recalls the drama and euphoria of Zimbabwe’s first test win against Pakistan. He talks about bowling and batting partnerships, and admits that there was a bit of tension between himself and Andy Flower when Flower was sacked as captain, and Streak took over in 2000

Warwickshire county academy had a week long tour in Harare ahead of their domestic season which gets underway on the 4th of April. We hear from their high performance manager Paul Greetham as well as former test batter Gavin Gavin Rennie who assists by facilitating touring teams by taking teams on excursions. A wonderful chat between passionate lovers of the game

He grew up in humble surroundings, but has become a household name amongst South African listeners and viewers. Despite his popularity, Mluleki Ntsabo remains humble

Irish commentator Andrew Leonard and Dean du Plessis discuss Ireland’s ongoing tour of Zimbabwe. Andrew also talks broadly about the development of cricket in Ireland

Writer and journalist Liam Brickhill joins Dean Du Plessis on the podcast to discuss the highs and lows, peaks and troughs, smiles and frowns of 2022 in Zimbabwean cricket, as well as looking ahead to the new year.

Zimbabwe’s allrounder Sikandar Raza sits down with Dean du Plessis and talks about the highs and lows of the recently concluded ICC T20 World Cup. Head coach Dave Houghton lavishes praise on the team’s performances, and commemorates 30 years of test cricket in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwean born batter Eddie Byrom left the country of his birth at the tender age of 16 to pursue his career as a full time cricketer. He made his debut for English county Somerset in 2017. He now plays for Glamorgan. Although he hopes to represent England’s test team, he hasn’t discarded the possibility of returning to play for the country of his birth

Zimbabwe qualified for the Super 12 stage of the ICC T20 World Cup when they beat Scotland by 5 wickets on Friday. We hear from Zimbabwe’s captain Craig Ervine and head coach Dave Houghton

On the eve of the ICC T20 World Cup, Zimbabwe Cricket chairman Doctor Tavengwa Mukuhlani talks to Dean du Plessis about zimbabwe’s chances of qualifying for the super 12 and much more