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Test Match Special
The Test Match Special team bring you the very best cricket reaction, insight & analysis.
Plus the No Balls podcast with Kate Cross and Alex Hartley brings a fine balance of nonsense and cricket as they welcome some of the biggest names in the sport.
Episodes
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Big changes for the England Test team?
Mark Chapman, Alex Hartley, Steven Finn and, Matt Prior discuss how England’s Test team is shaping up for the summer, the spots up for grabs and, who is best…
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'I should have died' - James Taylor 10 years on
10 years ago former England batter James Taylor's life changed forever. Reflecting on being taken ill 10 years ago, he speaks to Kevin Howells about what he…
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The Art of Captaincy
Two Ashes winning England captains, Michael Vaughan and Sir Alastair Cook, join Steve Crossman to discuss the art of captaincy in cricket. Leading England…
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Strategic Timeout: Malan & Faraaz talk IPL, ball tampering, and captaincy pressure
Strategic Timeout is available to WATCH, in full, on the BBC Sport Youtube channel and on BBC iPlayer. Amber Sandhu, Faraaz Noor and former England…
Test Match SpecialEdwards: England's fitness issues have been put to bed
Mark Chapman, Alex Hartley, Raf Nicholson and Kirstie Gordon are joined by England Head Coach Charlotte Edwards to preview a big year for England's women. Is…
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IPL 2026 Predictions, Then v Now, Best Ever Players
Amber Samdhu looks ahead to the IPL 2026 with The Traitor's (and cricketer) Faraaz Noor and former IPL star Abhishek Jhunjhunwala.
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Vaughan: Key & McCullum lucky to survive Ashes review
Mark Chapman, Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook and cricket correspondent Stephan Shemilt are joined by Managing Director of England Men's Cricket Rob Key…
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History made at Hundred Auction
We report on a historic two days with the first major sporting auction taking place in the UK as teams were selected for the women’s and men’s Hundred…
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The 2026 T20 World Cup Debrief
As the dust settles on India’s back-to-back T20 World Cup victories, Henry Moeran is alongside Matt Henry and Prakash Wakankar to discuss everything we can…
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India thrash New Zealand for World Cup glory
Henry Moeran is alongside former Ashes winner Steven Finn, former IPL star Abhishek Jhunjhunwala, and commentator Prakash Wakankar for all the reaction from…
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England fall just short in high scoring semi-final thriller
India won an incredible match in Mumbai by 7 runs to knock England out of the T20 World Cup and set up a date with New Zealand in the final on Sunday. Jacob…
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‘England have the best spinners in the World Cup’ - Vaughan
Henry Moeran is alongside Michael Vaughan and Prakash Wakankar at a Holi celebration to look ahead to England’s T20 World Cup semi-final against India in…
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No Balls: England 'solving problems' & we actually get some emails!
Kate Cross and Alex Hartley discuss everything we can take away from the Men's T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. We look at discuss England's ability to…
Test Match SpecialGayle’s Gangnam style as Windies win 2012 T20
With the 2026 T20 World Cup being co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka we look back at the first ICC World T20 to be held in Asia 14 years ago. The 2012 tournament…
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Behind the scenes at a World Cup
Henry Moeran is joined by former England bowler Steven Finn and BBC journalist Matt Henry to find out what really happens behind the scenes at an ICC World…
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Matthew Hayden’s damning thoughts on Australia World Cup exit
Legendary Australia opener Matthew Hayden joins Daniel Norcross and Aatif Nawaz at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium just days after the Aussies’…
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Imperfect England get Italian job done
England managed to get over the line against a spirited Italian team in Kolkata to qualify for the Super 8s. Henry Moeran and Steven Finn review the action…
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Kishan goes crazy as India hammer Pakistan
Daniel Norcross is alongside World Cup winner 2017 Alex Hartley and Aatif Nawaz for reaction to India’s T20 World Cup victory over Pakistan in Colombo. Get the…
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Banton blasts England to victory over Scotland
An unbeaten 63 from Tom Banton took England to a 5 wicket win against Scotland. Henry Moeran is joined by former England fast bowler Steven Finn and Scotland…
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No Balls: Mattchin, the Love Doctor, will see you now
Alex Hartley and Kate Cross are joined by Mattchin from Tailenders for another Valentine's special, offering unofficial advice to your romantic worries.
Test Match SpecialThe Men’s T20 World Cup Preview
We have the latest on whether the Pakistan v India game will go ahead or not, we assess the chances of England after their impressive T20 form in Sri Lanka and…
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No Balls: Watt's this? Scotland at the T20 World Cup?
Alex Hartley and Kate Cross speak to Scotland bowler Mark Watt as he and the rest of Scotland's team arrive in India for the Men's T20 World Cup. He talks…
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No Balls: Sciver-Brunt's tricks, dinner party picks, and Crossy's icks
Kate Cross and Alex Hartley discuss Sciver-Brunt scoring the first ever century in the WPL for Mumbai Indians. Plus, who makes it in to their dream dinner…
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No Balls: A guide to The Hundred (kind of)
Kate Cross and Alex Hartley are actually in the same room recording a podcast! They discuss all the big changes coming to The Hundred in 2026 with huge…
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No Balls: 50 Shades of Grace Harris
Kate Cross and Alex Hartley speak to Australia and Royal Challengers Bengaluru star Grace Harris. They discuss the scale of fandom around the WPL, opening the…
Test Match SpecialThe Ashes: When Bazball went bad and one very proud dad
With the Men's Ashes over, Henry Moeran is joined by Stephan Shemilt to discuss the latest revelations from a disappointing tour. Plus, we hear from Jacob…
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The Ashes: Inquest begins for England as Australia make it 4-1
Australia win the 5th Test at the SCG by 5 wickets to complete their Ashes victory. We hear from England coach Brendon McCullum plus captain Ben Stokes as well…
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The Ashes: Bethell hundred provides belated bright spark
Jacob Bethell joins the pod after his brilliant maiden first class hundred. We get analysis from Michael Vaughan, Jonathan Agnew and Glenn McGrath including a…
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The Ashes: Smith grinds down England as the SCG turns pink
We hear from record breaking Steve Smith who became the second highest scorer in Ashes history and England’s Jacob Bethell who took his first Ashes wicket…
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The Ashes: Root’s resolve, Smith’s shocker & England’s bowling Headache
We hear from Joe Root who scored his 41st Test century and Australia fast bowler Scott Boland. Plus, there’s analysis from Simon Mann, Jonathan Agnew, Phil…
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The Ashes: Brook and Root give England promising start at the SCG.
England had the best of the opening day of the 5th and final Ashes Test with Harry Brook unbeaten on 78 and Joe Root on 72. But rain truncated the day with bad…
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Stokes "very eager" to continue as captain
Eleanor Oldroyd is alongside Jonathan Agnew and Stephan Shemilt to look ahead to the final Ashes Test at the SCG. They discuss what rides on this final Test…
Test Match SpecialThe Ashes: Khawaja calls it a day and calls out "racial stereotyping"
Usman Khawaja is leaving international cricket, and had much to say about treatment from the media and former players during his career. Plus, we hear from…
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TMS Top 10: Ashes moments
From Nathan Lyon dropping the ball at Headingley to Shane Warne's 700th Test wicket. From Steve Smith's century on return from his ban to Steve Harmison's…
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The 2025 TMS Awards
Andy Zaltzman hosts the, now traditional, TMS Awards looking back at 2025’s best (or worst) cricketing moments. As is tradition, TMS commentators Daniel…
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No Balls: Madness in Melbourne & menstrual moans
Alex Hartley and Kate Cross discuss the two-day MCG Ashes Test which saw England win their first Test in Australia for nearly fifteen years. Plus, why it's…
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Daily Ashes Quiz: Average first innings winning scores
Every weekday during the 2025-26 Ashes, comedian and statistician Andy Zaltzman poses new a cricketing conundrum. It won’t be easy though. You might want to…
Test Match SpecialThe Ashes - injury latest and time on hands for fans and players
Eleanor Oldroyd is joined by Stephan Shemilt and Henry Moeran for news from Melbourne, including England injury updates. Plus, an interview with two of Shane…
Test Match SpecialEngland’s men win first Ashes Test down under in 15 years
England beat Australia by 4 wickets at the MCG to end a run of 18 winless Tests. We hear from Ben Stokes, Josh Tongue, Joe Root, Jacob Bethell and Steve Smith…
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No Balls: Snow Balls the Christmas Podcast
Kate Cross and Alex Hartley lift the cricketing mood by bringing you some festive cheer, interluded with a little bit of Ashes chat as England lose the series…
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The Ashes: Where did England go wrong?
Phil Tufnell, Jason Gillespie and Dawid Malan join Mark Chapman to reflect on England losing the Ashes in Adelaide after the Third Test. Are England…
Test Match SpecialThe Ashes: Rob Key ’Sorry’ for England performing at 20%
Rob Key discusses preparation, performance and the trip to Noosa as the fallout of the Ashes defeat begins. Plus, we talk through it all with Stephan Shemilt…
Test Match SpecialDaily Ashes Quiz: Wins in the first three tests
Every weekday during the 2025-26 Ashes, comedian and statistician Andy Zaltzman poses new a cricketing conundrum. It won’t be easy though. You might want to…
Test Match SpecialThe Ashes: Crunch time ahead of the Christmas Test
Ben Stokes and Pat Cummins chat to TMS as we look ahead to England’s must-win Test in Adelaide. Plus, we get the thoughts of Jonathan Agnew, Stephan Shemilt…
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Matt Prior: "The wicketkeeper needs to be the drummer of the band"
Steven Finn, Matt Prior and Simon Katich join Mark Chapman to preview the third Test of the Ashes in Adelaide. Josh Tongue come in for Gus Atkinson, what next…
Test Match SpecialDaily Ashes Quiz: Difference between innings
Every weekday during the 2025-26 Ashes, comedian and statistician Andy Zaltzman poses new a cricketing conundrum. It won’t be easy though. You might want to…
Test Match SpecialView from the Boundary: Historian Tom Holland
Sharing his love of cricket is co-host of the Rest is History podcast Tom Holland. He reveals how the podcast started, and a possible cricketing link to Jack…
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Remembering 'The Judge', Robin Smith
Jonathan Agnew speaks to broadcaster Mark Nicholas following the death of his friend and former Hampshire team-mate Robin Smith. 'The Judge', who died on 1st…
Test Match SpecialThe Ashes: John Aiken - from first-class cricketer to 'Married at First Sight' love guru
From playing against Brian Lara and Brendon McCullum to starring in 'Married at First Sight', John Aiken's story is extraordinary. He tells Stephan Shemilt how…
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No Balls: The Finch Who Stole Christmas
Kate Cross & Alex Hartley catch up with Australia World Cup winning captain Aaron Finch. He gives them his thoughts on England's Ashes hopes down under, as…
Test Match SpecialThe Ashes: Welcome to Adelaide!
While England and Australia rest up after the second Test, Eleanor Oldroyd brings the latest from the tour and learns more about the famous Adelaide Oval.
Test Match SpecialDaily Ashes Quiz: Longest winless runs
Every weekday during the 2025-26 Ashes, comedian and statistician Andy Zaltzman poses new a cricketing conundrum. It won’t be easy though. You might want to…
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The Ashes: Wounded Stokes says no place for weak men.
England finally show some fight, but Australia take two nil Ashes lead. There’s an astonishing interview with England captain Ben Stokes, we hear from coach…
Test Match SpecialThe Ashes: England on the brink in Brisbane
All the reaction to a dominant day for Australia in Brisbane as England stare at a 2-0 series deficit. Coach Marcus Trescothick talks to the pod, and defends…
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The Ashes: Wasteful England hand Australia the initiative at the Gabba
Reaction to a second day in Brisbane that saw England miss out on putting heat on the hosts Michael Vaughan, Glenn McGrath and Jonathan Agnew join Simon Mann…
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The Ashes: Root scores first hundred in Australia.
Simon Mann is joined by Jonathan Agnew, Glenn McGrath, Phil Tufnell and Andy Zaltzman to review an absorbing opening day at the Gabba where Joe Root was the…
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Glenn McGrath: “if England go to Adelaide 2-0 down it's game over”
Michael Vaughan, Glenn McGrath and Melinda Farrell join Mark Chapman to preview the second Test of the Ashes in Brisbane. Is this now or never for bazball? Can…
Test Match SpecialDaily Ashes Quiz: Fastest scoring team
Every weekday during the 2025-26 Ashes, comedian and statistician Andy Zaltzman poses new a cricketing conundrum. It won’t be easy though. You might want to…
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TMS Top 10: Ashes Characters
From Stuart Broad to Ben Stokes, Shane Warne to Steve Waugh, Freddie Flintoff to Ian Botham. Who is the ultimate Ashes character? Whose personalities have…
Test Match SpecialThe Ashes: "Don't call us arrogant" says Stokes as England begin preparations in Brisbane
Henry Moeran is joined by Stephan Shemilt and Vithushan Ehantharajah and we hear from England captain Ben Stokes, fresh from accusations of "arrogance" from…