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Close of Play
Close of Play is the cricket show that treats the game seriously, but never itself. Hosted by broadcaster Sanjay Murthy and former England wicketkeeper Geraint Jones, each episode mixes dodgy analysis, strong opinions, behind-the-scenes stories and the sort of cricket chat you'd hear after a long day at the ground. From England's latest selection headaches and Ashes talking points to county cricket, world cricket and the characters who make the game unforgettable, nothing is off limits. Expect…
Episodes
Close of PlayStubborn or Arrogant? England Under Fire
After England’s two-day defeat in Perth, are the fans starting to turn? Former England wicketkeeper Geraint Jones joins Sanjay to dissect a bruising week for…
Close of PlayEngland Implode in Perth
Day Two in Perth delivered one of the wildest swings you’ll ever see in an Ashes Test. Geraint Jones and I break down how England went from total control at…
Close of PlayThe Ashes Day One Review - A Bonkers Day of Cricket
An absolutely mad Day One of the Ashes — and Geraint Jones joins Sanjay to unpack the chaos. England were bowled out in 32.5 overs, Mitch Starc tore through…
Close of PlayGeraint Jones on Winning and Losing The Ashes
His catch to dismiss Michael Kasprowicz remains one of the iconic moments of the 2005 Ashes. Geraint recalls that, and also the first ball of the 2006/7…
Close of PlayGavin Scovell on Directing Cricket's Biggest Moments
In this episode of Close of Play, Sanjay Murthy is joined by Gavin Scovell, the ICC’s Senior Cricket TV Director and the man behind some of the most…
Close of PlayJarrod Kimber on Australia's Sporting Culture
In this episode of Close of Play, Sanjay Murthy sits down with Jarrod Kimber - writer, filmmaker, and one of cricket’s most original voices , to explore what…
Close of PlayShachi Pai on England Beating India at the Cricket World Cup
In this episode of Close of Play, Sanjay Murthy is joined by Shachi Pai — broadcaster, cricket commentator, and passionate voice for the women’s game — to…
Close of PlayPatrick Kidd on Following England and Facing Fiery Thommo
In this episode of Close of Play, Sanjay Murthy is joined by Patrick Kidd — long-time Times journalist, cricket writer, and chronicler of the English game —…
Close of PlayStuart Law on Nepal’s Historic Win Over the West Indies
In this episode of Close of Play, Sanjay Murthy is joined by former Australian international and West Indies coach Stuart Law to unpack one of cricket’s great…