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| Cape Town Day 5: 111 all out, Aussies fall well short | 31 Oct 2026 | 00:16:21 | |
Kagiso Rabada and Simon Harmer killed off Australia's hopes of a series victory in Cape Town with super bowling performances that sealed a 176-run win. Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron wrap up the Test, and the series, from Newlands and look ahead to what next for the Aussies. CHAPTERS 00:00 Cape Town Day Five 01:00 The Simon Harmer Show 03:00 Rabada’s hot start 07:30 Why the Aussies turned down singles 12:50 Looking ahead Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Cape Town Day 4: Epic series set up for grandstand finish | 30 Oct 2026 | 00:16:28 | |
Hundreds to Ryan Rickelton and Wiaan Mulder denied Australia for most of day four before a late surge of wickets allowed the tourists back into the contest. Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron are at Newlands and wrap up another gripping day of cricket and look ahead to what promises to be a cracking final day of the series. CHAPTERS 00:00 Cape Town Day 4 01:40 Twin tons for SA 04:10 Short ball trap breaks Cummins spell 09:15 Qantas Moment of the Day 14:00 Set up perfectly for day five Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Cape Town Day 3: The bowling brilliance that helped turn the Test | 29 Oct 2026 | 00:18:10 | |
Australia are in a dominant position after three days of the deciding Newlands Test match after starring performances from Josh Inglis, Mitch Starc and Nathan Lyon. Join Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron from the base of Table Mountain to recap what has been a high-quality contest between two excellent sides. CHAPTERS 00:00 Cape Town Day Three 01:30 Lyon’s late roar 04:15 Dramatic end to Ackerman’s innings 10:10 Inglis’ magic moment 16:20 Your feedback for new series name Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Cape Town Day 2: Aussie inclusion on cusp of hundred | 28 Oct 2026 | 00:16:22 | |
It was a great day with the bat for Australia on day two in Cape Town. Five of the top six batters scored 40+ with Josh Inglis (85no) and Alex Carey (51no) taking the Aussies to stumps with a big, unbeaten partnership. Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron are there at Newlands and have the complete recap of day two. CHAPTERS 00:00 Cape Town Day 2 02:00 Inglis-Carey partnership thrives 07:15 Harmer has impact again 08:00 Labuschagne conundrum 11:10 Qantas Moment of the Day Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Cape Town Day 1: Aussies fight back & how the Smith fitness test played out | 27 Oct 2026 | 00:15:18 | |
Australia were under the pump early on day one of the series decider against South Africa but swung it around after some lion-hearted performances from their bowlers. Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron are at Newlands and break down the Steve Smith fitness test, the decision to bowl first and the sensational Mitch Starc finish to the day. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| The series decider with Josh Inglis | 25 Oct 2026 | 00:36:45 | |
The broken finger is good to go and Josh Inglis is firmly in the selection mix for the third and final Test between South Africa and Australia. The Aussie wicketkeeper-batter joins the Unplayable Podcast from Cape Town to talk about his rehabilitation, his role and much more. Before that, Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron were at Australia’s weekend training sessions and have some insights on Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne and more. CHAPTERS 00:00 Cape Town Test preview 16:53 Josh Inglis interview Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Gqeberha Day 5: Proteas by an innings + is Boland now undroppable? | 22 Oct 2026 | 00:21:45 | |
Travis Head and Scott Boland put up a good fight but South Africa couldn't be denied in Gqeberha, taking the second Test by an innings and 31 runs to level the series. Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron run the rule over the Australians and what needs to change ahead of the decider in Cape Town. CHAPTERS 00:00 Gqeberha Day 5 02:00 Wiaan Mulder magic 07:00 Qantas Moment of the Day 09:30 St George’s Park quirks 13:00 What changes for Newlands? Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Gqeberha Day 4: 99 problems ... Head the hope to save second Test | 21 Oct 2026 | 00:17:09 | |
Australia sunk to a three-year low after South Africa rolled them for 99 on day four in Gqeberha. Join Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron who watched it all unfold at St George's Park as they discuss the 13-wicket day and the standout players from the hosts, such as Simon Harmer and Marco Jansen. CHAPTERS 00:00 Gqeberha Day 4 03:10 99 all out 08:20 Smith’s neck issue 11:00 Qantas Moment of the Day 14:30 Head holds firm Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Gqeberha Day 3: Bavuma cops brutal sledge after epic ton | 20 Oct 2026 | 00:18:25 | |
Day three at St George's Park belonged to Temba Bavuma with the South Africa skipper hitting a career-best 179 against Australia. Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron were there and wrap up what ended up being a pretty dominant day for the Proteas, leaving the Aussies with plenty of questions to answer. CHAPTERS 00:00 Day three Gqeberha 01:35 Bavuma puts on masterclass 07:30 SA tail wags and wags 10:15 The impact of no Nathan Lyon 16:30 Unplayable Podcast impacts the Shield Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Gqeberha Day 2: Rain can’t stop Scotty’s show | 19 Oct 2026 | 00:14:26 | |
AUDIO APOLOGY: It seems all the bad weather may have affected our microphones for this episode. Apologies in advance - we'll have it fixed up for tomorrow. After six hours of waiting around and watching a very soggy ground slowly dry, fans at St George’s Park in Gqeberha finally got some cricket on day two of the second Test. Join Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron from the venue as they recap Scott Boland’s brilliance, Matt Renshaw’s catch and Temba Bavuma’s defiance. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Gqeberha Day 1: How the Boland v Lyon selection call played out | 18 Oct 2026 | 00:13:15 | |
Only 12.2 overs were possible on day one in Gqeberha - boo! The rain was unrelenting and South Africa ended the day on 2-20. But there was drama before the toss with Scott Boland getting the nod ahead of Nathan Lyon. Louis Cameron returns and joins Josh Schonafinger from a soggy St George's Park to discuss day one. CHAPTERS 00:00 Gqeberha Day one 02:30 The big selection call 05:00 Boland dominates 09:30 Ackerman survives testing Test debut 11:30 Qantas Moment of the Day Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Durban Day 5: Hazlewood's best seals first Test | 13 Oct 2026 | 00:12:46 | |
Australia win the first Test against South Africa by 214 runs after Josh Hazlewood's career-best figures. 'Grind' was the key word for the visitors who were made to toil before the final few wickets all fell in a heap. Josh Schonafinger and Bharat Sundaresan are in Durban and saw it all unfold at Kingsmead. CHAPTERS 00:00 Durban Day 5 01:00 Hazlewood stars 05:20 Qantas Moment of the Day 08:30 Markram’s lone hand 11:00 Looking ahead to Gqeberha Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Durban Day 4: Smith sits out as Aussies tighten grip | 12 Oct 2026 | 00:15:43 | |
Australia are well in control of the first Test against South Africa in Durban but do have some concerns over Steve Smith. The gun batter was hit in the helmet during his innings and didn't field as a precaution during SA's final innings. Matt Renshaw continued his golden hour with more runs and a wicket and Keshav Maharaj's tough match went from bad to worse. CHAPTERS 00:00 Durban Day 4 01:00 Renshaw’s Test goes from great to greater 06:10 Qantas Moment of the Day 08:30 Smith’s head knock 10:45 Big hitting deluxe Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Durban Day 3: 'Freak' Smith at it again | 11 Oct 2026 | 00:16:35 | |
Steve Smith left everyone stunned with more extraordinary catches on day three in Durban as Australia took a first-innings lead. His catching was the highlight of a good bowling performance from the tourists before Nic Maddinson got off his pair in blazing fashion. CHAPTERS 00:00 Durban Day 3 01:00 Steve Smith wonders 08:55 Qantas Moment of the Day 12:30 Australia’s day four approach Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Durban Day 2: Renshaw’s huge 190 swings Test Australia’s way | 10 Oct 2026 | 00:14:18 | |
Matthew Renshaw capitalised on a strong day one to power to the highest score of his Test career, a drought-breaking 190. Josh Schonafinger and Bharat Sundaresan are in Durban and discuss one of Australian cricket’s favourite innings in recent memory. CHAPTERS 00:00 Durban day two wrap 01:00 Renshaw’s ripping innings 04:50 Qantas Moment of the Day 08:30 Spin questions for SA
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| Durban Day 1: Bowling surprise tilts favour Proteas' way | 09 Oct 2026 | 00:10:55 | |
Bad light ended day one in Durban early, but not before an enthralling two-and-a-half sessions. Josh Schonafinger is joined by Bharat Sundaresan (with Louis Cameron away) to recap the day, which saw Nic Maddinson and Anrich Nortje's dramatic Test returns, Matt Renshaw's new role and Wiaan Mulder's impressive display. CHAPTERS 00:00 Durban day one recap 02:00 Nic Maddinson’s recall 03:55 Anrich Nortje thunders in 05:30 Qantas Moment of the Day 08:42 Smith storms off after Marnus review Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Matt Renshaw's huge sliding doors moment + that very shiny lid | 07 Oct 2026 | 00:32:39 | |
Matt Renshaw is only one innings into his fourth stint in the Australian Test team but with a weight of white-ball runs behind him he's ready to take his chance. The recalled Aussie opener joins Josh Schonafinger in Durban to talk all things South Africa, ODI World Cup hopes, the sliding doors moments of his selection and that very, very shiny helmet he's been running with. CHAPTERS 00:00 Josh’s Durban update 04:00 Matt Renshaw interview 07:16 Test preparations, white-ball form 12:15 The mental side of batting 17:00 The 2018 South Africa series 25:30 Renshaw’s 2017 Unplayable Vox Pop Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| A Test bolter emerges, Aussies injured and it's Kit Week! | 30 Sep 2026 | 00:52:51 | |
Join Josh Schonafinger and Kane Richardson as they look back on the week in cricket which includes plenty of injuries for the Aussies in South Africa and the return of the WNCL. Scott Boland talks through his cricket firsts, plus Sam Harper puts his hand up after a stunning century in India. CHAPTERS 00:00 Kit Week returns 07:09 Injured Aussies in South Africa 16:15 Looking ahead to the Test series 24:55 Scott Boland’s Cricket Firsts 27:30 Richo recalls early Boland 33:00 WNCL returns 41:40 15,000 for Virat Kohli Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Ellis compared to World Cup champion, Japan’s biggest cricket moment | 23 Sep 2026 | 00:59:43 | |
September is still a week away from finishing and we have so much cricket to talk about! Kane Richardson and Josh Schonafinger are in the studio to discuss Australia’s travels in Southern Africa, Japan’s close shave, Australia A in India, the One-Day Cup and more! We cross to Louis Cameron in Durban ahead of the ODI series against the Proteas and we look at some of the most obscure cricket bats in history. CHAPTERS 00:00 Richo and Josh chat the Zimbabwe series 11:45 South Africa ODI series preview 15:20 Louis Cameron, live from Durban 28:33 Japan ROBBED! Potentially... 34:00 Australia A in India 36:05 Men's One-Day Cup opens with a BANG 45:00 Josh's Rare/Obscure Bat XI Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Cal Vidler's back off the long run, mega state-by-state preview | 16 Sep 2026 | 01:10:29 | |
The domestic season is here! To preview the opening matches of the One-Day Cup this weekend, we speak to Queensland young gun Callum Vidler. Vidler suffered a serious back stress fracture last season but is back bowling at full tilt and ready to rough up some batters in the new campaign. Sheffield Shield specialist Jack Paynter joins Josh Schonafinger to run through all the men's state changes - plus to dissect the opening ODI between Australia and Zimbabwe. CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Zimbabwe v Australia first ODI 00:15:12 Callum Vidler Interview 00:31:00 State-by-state previews 00:33:57 Western Australia preview 00:40:30 South Australia preview 00:45:50 NSW preview 00:53:24 Queensland preview 00:59:15 Tasmania preview 01:03:50 Victoria preview Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Why Joel Davies copied Mitch Marsh, Zimbabwe series preview | 14 Sep 2026 | 00:38:29 | |
Joel Davies is one of the newest members of the Australian ODI squad and the 22-year-old allrounder is loving every minute of it! Louis Cameron is in Harare and spoke to Davies (not his brother Ollie) about his rapid rise, the 'pinch me' moments playing with Steve Smith and Babar Azam and that time he caught a ball in the crowd at North Sydney Oval. CHAPTERS 00:00 Zimbabwe v Australia series preview 07:52 Joel Davies interview 30:26 Davies, Peake, Renshaw - where they fit in
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| Richo’s left-field choice for Test No.3, Hamilton’s ‘rollercoaster’ season | 09 Sep 2026 | 01:00:21 | |
With Australia’s Test squad for South Africa only a few days old, there’s plenty to discuss! On this episode, we catch up with World Cup winner Lucy Hamilton and look ahead to how she plans to match an unbelievable summer. Kane Richardson is back to analyse the Test squad, and he joins Josh Schonafinger to debate the pros and cons of the Big Bash privatisation push. CHAPTERS 00:00 Richo and Josh on the Test squad 19:00 Lucy Hamilton interview 33:35 Food and holidays as a professional cricketer 37:30 Big Bash developments Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| The lowdown on the latest Aussie squads | 01 Sep 2026 | 00:40:02 | |
We've got a mega squad drop! On Tuesday, September 1, Australia's selectors announced the men's ODI squad to face Zimbabwe and South Africa later this month, as well as the red- and white-ball squads for an 'A' tour of India. Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron break down the big talking points, from Marnus Labuschagne to Kurtis Patterson, Peter Handscomb to Billy Stanlake. CHAPTERS 00:00 Australia name ODI squad 01:30 Initial takeaways 05:00 The captaincy job-share 08:45 Middle order change 14:20 Quicks get their shot 17:45 Australia A squads 31:00 Australia A ‘Wombats’? Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Mackay Day 2: Aussies way too good on way to another two-day Test | 23 Aug 2026 | 00:13:05 | |
Australia made up for their loss in Darwin by thumping Bangladesh by an innings and 51 runs in Mackay. Mitch Starc took 10 wickets for the match, Pat Cummins took six and Nathan Lyon took three as the game neared completion. But there are still question marks over the batting, as Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron discuss. CHAPTERS 00:00 Mackay Day Two 01:00 Feeling flat after short finish 03:33 Starc’s magnificent 10 05:40 Cherry-ripe Cummins 07:40 Lyon takes wickets 09:30 Shoriful’s effort in vain Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Mackay Madness! Starc, Shoriful dominate chaotic day one | 22 Aug 2026 | 00:21:51 | |
Just like we had plenty last summer, we had a day of Test cricket filled with wickets - 18 in fact! Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron were at Mackay's Great Barrier Reef Arena and ask 'was the pitch really that bad?' Plus, on the agenda is Mitch Starc's six, Shoriful Islam's six, Australia's continued top order woes and Cameron Green's new lease on life. CHAPTERS 00:00 Mackay day one 01:00 Starc at his new ball best 05:35 Shoriful’s batting record 09:45 Why Travis Head has been chopping on 11:30 The Marnus question 17:40 Green’s purple patch Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Changes for Mackay! | 20 Aug 2026 | 00:20:43 | |
After Bangladesh thumped Australia in the opening Test in Darwin, the series now moves to Mackay where the Tigers have the chance to complete a remarkable tour. However, it’s the Aussies who have moved first, replacing Jake Weatherald with Matt Renshaw at the top of the order. Will Bangladesh spring a change as well? Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron are on deck at a windy Great Barrier Reef Arena and preview the match on this episode of the Unplayable Podcast. CHAPTERS 00:00 Teams land in Mackay 02:00 Weatherald dropped 04:00 Renshaw brought in 09:00 Notes from the Mackay nets 15:15 Do Bangladesh tinker with their XI? Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Darwin Day 4: Bangladesh make history, questions for Aussies to answer | 16 Aug 2026 | 00:15:57 | |
If you rate the pod, please give us a rating or review! The best review on Apple will get read out on the next episode 😄 Bangladesh did it! They completed an historic nine-wicket win over Australia after a complete performance over three-and-a-half days. As the Tigers fans celebrate long into the night (and the week), Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron break it all down from the Maurice Rioli Stand at Marrara Stadium. Hasan Mahmud was named player of the match for taking nine wickets, while Tanzid Hasan Tamim scored a maiden Test ton and Mehidy Hasan Miraz dominated with the ball. CHAPTERS 00:00 Tigers pull off the upset 04:40 Job done. Minimal celebrations 06:30 Green breaks the drought 10:00 What now for Aussie batters 13:00 The toss… Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Darwin Day 3: Green's unusual bail luck, Mehidy's stroke of genius | 15 Aug 2026 | 00:17:32 | |
Is this the biggest innings in Cameron Green's career? The leg bail seems to think so! Australia have their work cut out for them after another fantastic performance by Bangladesh in Darwin. Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron break down day three from Marrara Stadium. CHAPTERS 00:00 Day three in Darwin 01:45 Five Aussie dropped catches 03:30 Mehidy’s all-round display 06:20 Josh Hazlewood’s 300th pole 11:45 The crucial wicket of Steve Smith 13:20 What was going on with the bails? Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Darwin Day 2: Tanzid's Tigers ensure 'long day' for Australia | 14 Aug 2026 | 00:14:43 | |
Welcome to the Unplayable Podcast and day two in Darwin went much the same for Bangladesh as day one. Tanzid Hasan hit a spectacular maiden Test century as the Aussie bowlers were left looking for answers. Join Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron from Marrara Stadium to go through all the big talking points from day two. CHAPTERS 00:00 Day two in Darwin 01:00 Toughest day in Pat Cummins’ captaincy 03:50 Tanzid’s magical hundred 08:15 Bangladesh’s excellent approach 10:30 Biggest deficits overhauled in cricket 12:55 Best ton by an overseas batter? Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Darwin Day 1: Concerning trend re-emerges as Tigers take control | 13 Aug 2026 | 00:16:47 | |
Bangladesh comprehensively won the opening day of the Test series against Australia as Pat Cummins’ decision to bat first raised eyebrows. Hasan Mahmud dominated with a six-wicket haul leaving the Aussie bowlers with a huge task on day two. Join Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron to break down the fascinating start to this encounter. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au, by joining the Channel on cricketcomau's Instagram page or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| The golden advice from Webster’s wife that resulted in a Baggy Green | 10 Aug 2026 | 00:35:23 | |
Only days out from the first Test of the 2026-27 international 'summer' of cricket, we've got Beau Webster on the show to preview Darwin's return to the big stage! Australia's bowlers all look fresh, Bangladesh fell apart against the CA XI and plenty more to discuss as Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron bring you the latest from the Northern Territory. CHAPTERS 00:00 Unplayable Podcast in Darwin 03:15 Australia’s NT preparations 09:59 Webster interview begins 18:54 Webster’s Cricket Census 28:28 Bangladesh’s unideal beginning
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| Richo slams ‘evil’ act, why Hazlewood’s first Test wicket wasn’t out | 05 Aug 2026 | 00:53:20 | |
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Welcome back to the Unplayable Podcast for another season! Josh Hazlewood is the special guest this week as he prepares for a Test return against Bangladesh. Kane Richardson and Josh Schonafinger are back in the studio to discuss all the latest cricketing news, with Richo giving a scathing review to the infamous finger-clicking first slip from England.
CHAPTERS 00:00 Unplayable Podcast returns 03:55 Australia v Bangladesh squads 13:07 Hazlewood interview 25:07 Hazlewood plays the ‘Brand Deal Game’ 34:00 The finger clicking controversy 47:20 Winning songs - classic or cringe?
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| Season finale as SACAs win the Shield, plus McSweeney, Lanning and more | 01 Apr 2026 | 00:52:49 | |
Join Kane Richardson and Josh Schonafinger for one final time in season 2025-26 as the duo recap the Sheffield Shield final. As well as looking back at Richo's SACAs getting the job done, we hear from the successful captain and coach, Nathan McSweeney and Ryan Harris, on their state's victory. Plus, there's Australia's women in action in the West Indies and the IPL and PSL are underway. Australia's U19 coaches Kristen Beams and Meg Lanning then chat to Josh about their upcoming assignments in Queensland in April. CHAPTERS 00:00 Weekly Winners 03:15 Sheffield Shield final 06:48 Nathan McSweeney & Ryan Harris speak 18:32 Next cabs off the fast bowler ranks 23:17 Reviewing our breakout selections 30:50 Aussies in West Indies 33:23 Pakistan Super League 38:44 U19 coaches Kristen Beams and Meg Lanning 50:11 Season sign off Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Shield Final Preview! With Martin Love | 25 Mar 2026 | 00:59:14 | |
With Victoria and South Australia squaring off in the Sheffield Shield final, Josh Schonafinger and Kane Richardson put their heads together to preview the competition decider. Josh chats the Queensland legend Martin Love on his extraordinary record in Shield finals, which saw him hit five tons in the ultimate match of the season. Plus, which cricketers deserve a statue? Let us know: podcasts@cricket.com.au. CHAPTERS 00:00 Weekly Winners 04:52 Martin Love on Shield success 19:48 Love on his Test century 24:08 Sheffield Shield final preview 38:15 Aussies go 3-0 up in West Indies 41:05 IPL begin, Aussies involved 46:05 Queensland win WNCL final 51:29 Big Four Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| The Finisher! Michael Bevan looks back on stellar career | 18 Mar 2026 | 01:06:48 | |
Fresh off presenting the medal named in his honour at the One-Day Cup final, Aussie legend Michael Bevan joins the Unplayable Podcast! Bevan chats to Josh about his amazing domestic record, the nickname 'The Finisher', his favourite innings and more! After that, Richo and Josh look ahead to the domestic cricket finals and consider the best grand finals this century. CHAPTERS 00:00 Weekly Winners 07:38 Michael Bevan joins the podcast 37:02 Richo’s Bevan memories 40:50 Sheffield Shield final preview 52:45 WNCL final preview 59:29 Listener feedback and Big Four Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| One-Day Cup final preview, Sanju Samson's enhances 'big-game player' reputation | 10 Mar 2026 | 00:42:50 | |
Join Kane Richardson and Josh Schonafinger as they break down the week in cricket, from the One-Day Cup final between Tasmania and New South Wales, India's big win in the T20 World Cup and Australia's multi-format victory over India. Plus, we hear your best part-time bowlers and ask, who are the game's best 'big-game players'? CHAPTERS Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Matt Short on his World Cup axing, Jake Lehmann's county challenge | 03 Mar 2026 | 01:11:59 | |
A massive episode of the Unplayable Podcast this week with Matt Short and Jake Lehmann joining Kane Richardson and Josh Schonafinger to chat through the week's cricket news. Short opens up on being dropped from the T20 World Cup squad on the eve of the tournament while Lehmann explains his decision to move to Hampshire and take up a two-year county deal. Plus, there's T20 World Cup semi finals coming up, the Australia-India pink-ball Test and plenty more! CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Richo and Josh talk Weekly Winners, Punch the Monkey 00:04:54 Matt Short joins the podcast 00:08:33 Short’s Test aspirations 00:11:00 Getting dropped for the World Cup 00:20:05 IPL and what’s next 00:25:45 Richo’s dropping story 00:27:31 T20 World Cup Semi Final predictions 00:35:15 Lucy Hamilton reprises famous number 00:40:40 Jake Lehamnn joins the podcast 00:43:40 Winning the 2024-25 Shield 00:46:01 Moving to Hampshire 01:04:42 Big Four - part-time bowlers Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Pommie's World Cup picks, Doherty's new move | 25 Feb 2026 | 01:10:43 | |
A double-guest episode with superstar broadcaster Pommie Mbangwa joining us from India and former Aussie spinner Xavier Doherty dialling in too. Mbangwa explains why he thinks South Africa have an edge at the World Cup and why we shouldn't underestimate England, while Doherty shares his new job inside cricket. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Weekly Winner 05:09 Pommie Mbangwa joins the show 07:47 Pommie’s view on Proteas 13:33 Where Australia fell short 18:10 Richo’s Pooran gaffe 24:00 South Africa Test dates booked 28:07 Listen to the Scoop Podcast! 30:50 Big Four: Best bowling actions 36:17 Xavier Doherty joins the show 39:24 Doherty’s take on the Aussie spin situation 56:42 Baggy Green inventory Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Where it went wrong for the Aussies at the T20 World Cup | 18 Feb 2026 | 00:41:53 | |
Australia have crashed out of the men’s T20 World Cup before the Super Eights stage so Kane Richardson and Josh Schonafinger have a look at where it all went wrong for the Aussies. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Josh and Richo on the big topics of the week 02:00 Best moments in T20 World Cup history 04:25 Australia crash out of the T20 World Cup 05:00 Where it went wrong 08:30 Wicketless Aussies 10:15 No Steve Smith? 12:15 What now for the Oman game? 18:05 Is T20 an afterthought for Australia 19:20 The other amazing World Cup stories 24:00 Check out the Scoop Podcast 25:40 Big Four: Smith mannerisms 32:00 Around the grounds in the Shield 36:15 Questions for Richo Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Inglis on Maxi's keeping and the next World Cup challenge | 10 Feb 2026 | 00:39:27 | |
Australia wicketkeeper Josh Inglis is the guest on this week’s episode as we preview the clash against Ireland. Jack Paynter is over in Colombo and caught up with Josh, before chatting to Josh Schonafinger back home to give an update on Mitch Marsh, Tim David and plenty more. CHAPTERS 00:00 Australia v Ireland preview 03:14 Josh Inglis interview 06:50 Another Big Bash title 13:40 Inglis’ take on Maxwell’s keeping 19:45 Aussie team news 30:25 What the Irish bring to the table 33:50 Greatest T20 World Cup moments? Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Tim David talks Singapore, Italy's Grant Stewart, Richo returns | 09 Feb 2026 | 00:50:10 | |
The 2026 men's T20 World Cup is underway and the associate nations have already made a splash! On this episode we preview Australia's chances at the tournament, look at Tim David's 12 months with Singapore, chat to Italian allrounder Grant Stewart and welcome back Kane Richardson after his retirement from professional cricket. CHAPTERS 00:00 Richo’s back as we preview the T20 World Cup 04:10 Weekly Winners 14:39 Tim David’s hamstring update 17:00 The Singapore experience 24:10 The Big Four - Associate Players 31:20 Italy’s Grant Stewart Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Doomscrolling, Dale Steyn & semi-finals - with Charlie Lachmund | 02 Feb 2026 | 00:26:20 | |
Charlie Lachmund has been on a tear at the Under 19 World Cup and he'll be key when Australia face England in the semi-final on Tuesday night. The Aussie quick joined Josh Schonafinger to chat about the tournament to date and the experience of visiting and playing in Africa. CHAPTERS 00:00 Under 19 semi-final preview 09:03 Charlie Lachmund interview begins 10:40 Exploring Africa 13:45 Team cohesiveness 15:45 Cricket in Southern Africa 18:50 Facing India’s IPL stars 20:31 Bowling fast 101 Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Aussies in Pakistan - With Ben McDermott | 27 Jan 2026 | 00:20:15 | |
With Australia's whirlwind tour of Pakistan beginning in a couple of days, get up to speed with playing in Pakistan with Ben McDermott, who hit an ODI century there in 2022. The Hobart Hurricanes star joins Josh Schonafinger to chat BBL, Pakistan, T10 Leagues and more! CHAPTERS: 00:00 What's coming up 01:57 McDermott interview begins 05:20 Malaysia and T10 cricket 08:14 Battles against Steve Smith and the Scorchers 10:00 McDermott's memories of Pakistan 2022 15:20 Under 19 World Cup flashback 17:04 What's next for Ben? Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Sydney D5: Aussies make it 4-1 on Uzzy’s final day | 08 Jan 2026 | 00:26:05 | |
Australia make it a 4-1 scoreline after completing a nervy 160-run chase with five wickets in hand. Mitch Starc took Player of the Series honours, Head took the Player of the Match gong and Louis Cameron and Josh Schonafinger sit down in the SCG stands to look back over a frenetic final day and the #Ashes series as a whole. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Sydney day five wrap 02:30 Weatherald survives DRS murmur 07:30 Weatherald’s future 11:00 Jacks’ wonder-ball 12:15 Khawaja’s final innings 16:30 Last men standing for England 24:30 Carey almost breaks keeping record Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Sydney D4: Why Bethell’s ton was 'always coming' | 07 Jan 2026 | 00:23:35 | |
Jacob Bethell silenced his doubters to play a knock for the ages, hitting his maiden first-class ton in just his second #Ashes Test. Join Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron to recap the penultimate day as they discuss Bethell, Beau Webster and John Howard. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Sydney day four recap 01:30 Bethell’s stunning century 08:10 Starc’s instant impact 11:20 Boland wins Root battle 12:55 Webster’s three big ones 15:50 Runouts, injuries 20:30 England’s selection mistakes? Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Sydney D3: Head's s*** stat, peak Smith at fidgety best | 06 Jan 2026 | 00:20:58 | |
Centuries to Travis Head and Steve Smith highlighted a dominant day in Sydney for Australia. In the presser, Head give Josh Schonafinger a brutal critique on his question, and co-host Louis Cameron was keen to give him some stick about it. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Sydney day three recap 01:00 Walking singles 05:15 Head’s s*** stat 07:10 Liquorland Cheers To That Moment 14:55 Khawaja’s final innings? Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Sydney D2: Filthy’, ‘dumb’ batting precedes Stokes-Marnus skirmish | 05 Jan 2026 | 00:21:40 | |
It was a great day to bat in Sydney as England squandered another chance to take control of an Ashes match. Jamie Smith did something silly, Joe Root batted like a master, Travis Head batted like a king and things got a little heated between Ben Stokes and Marnus Labuschagne. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Sydney day two recap 00:45 Stokes, Labuschagne clash 06:30 Head’s brilliance 10:40 Smith’s “brainless” dismissal 18:00 Neser finishes strong Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Sydney D1: Rain stalls Root, Brook as English finally fight | 04 Jan 2026 | 00:20:02 | |
Only the Sydney's annual new year's rain could stop Joe Root and Harry Brook on potentially England's best day of the series so far. Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron were at the SCG and break down a truncated day that included a touching tribute. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Sydney day one recap 00:45 Death, taxes, Sydney rain 03:15 Aussies go spinner-less again 05:30 Quicks fire early 10:10 Root-Brook stand looking ominous 16:10 Starc on verge of greatness Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Todd on the pod: Murphy spins back into contention, Khawaja's swansong | 02 Jan 2026 | 00:55:20 | |
Australia have a chance to win the Ashes 4-1 in this week's fifth Test in Sydney and one man hopeful of having a say is Todd Murphy. The off-spinner came into the squad following Nathan Lyon's hamstring injury and he caught up with Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron from the SCG. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Fifth Test preview 00:45 Khawaja calls time 09:24 Khawaja’s retirement speech 17:00 SCG pitch chat 20:00 Selection news 29:24 Todd Murphy interview begins 31:10 Murphy’s border-town conundrum 34:00 Story behind Ashes call-up 37:05 Bowling in India 43:35 Craig Howard’s influence Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Melbourne D2: Young gun shows the way as England win historic two-dayer | 27 Dec 2025 | 00:21:28 | |
Another two-day Test? Yep - and this time it was England who came away with the chocolates thanks to an impressive performance from 22-year-old Jacob Bethell. Josh Schonafinger and Louis Cameron recap another astonishing day of Test cricket as England win Down Under for the first time in 15 years. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Melbourne day two recap 01:20 England reverse Perth result 06:00 Big talking point: The pitch 09:30 England gain upper hand 13:15 Bazball gets going 17:00 Fall out from another two-day ahead of SCG Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube. Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au or by using this contact form here. This episode of the Unplayable Podcast is proudly brought to you by Qantas, the official airline partner of Cricket Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||