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The Top Order Cricket Podcast

The Top Order Podcast

A Pom, an Aussie and two Kiwis walk into a bar ... it’s not a joke, it’s The Top Order, a cricketing podcast where good friends mix their own banter and opinion with extended interviews with some of cricket"s most interesting characters from the past and present day.

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All Episodes

42:41

Cam Fletcher - A taste of the next level and the...

The Top Order Cricket Podcast ·

2022/12/18

In this episode of the show, we continue our tour around the New Zealand provinces as Stu catches up with Canterbury Cricket wicketkeeper/batter Cam Fletcher.The show starts with some BazBall chat, before looking back at an impressive 12 months for Cam, which saw him called into the Black Caps Test squad in addition to a tour to India with NZ A.Cam talks about his experiences in the international environment, how his game has developed over the past few years and the 'finisher' role in T20

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01:01:54

This Week in Cricket #114 - BazBall's sustainability,...

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2022/12/16

In this episode, the Top Order discuss another English Test victory against Pakistan, speculate about the Black Caps squad (recorded before the official announcement) and try to bring some perspective to Australia's sweep of the West Indies.How sustainable is England's attacking approach to the traditional game?What lessons should New Zealand be learning from England's success?Where have Pakistan been hiding Abrar Ahmed and Saud Shakeel?Key takeaways from Australia v West IndiesExpectations for the

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29:12

Ken Piesse - The ABC of Australian Cricket

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2022/12/11

In this episode of the show we speak with prolific author and journalist Ken Piesse about his life around the game and all the fascinating players he's had the opportunity to meet and work with along the way.Ken shares stories about cups of tea with Keith Miller, reminiscing with Bill Ponsford, writing a book with Max Walker and Neil Harvey's footwork, as well as Sir Don Bradman as we fire questions Ken's way about some of the greats of yesteryear.Ken also shares his views on the future of the game,

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41:31

This Week in Cricket #113 - Declarations, drama and...

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2022/12/06

Holiday season events and work/life admin are making it tricky for us to get a full team together, but in this episode of the show Binksy, Baldy and Lippy take a look back at an entertaining week in the world of cricket.We start the show by discussing how England and Pakistan produced a Test match filled with drama and excitement on one of the most boring pitches of all time. There's a lot of praise for England, as we come to terms with the realisation that Test cricket is changing - and even Binksy

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34:26

This Week in Cricket #112 - Black Caps v India, the...

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2022/12/02

This week on the show it's just Stu and Binksy as we look back at the white-ball series between New Zealand and India. There was plenty of rain, but some excellent performances from the likes of Suryakumar Yadav, Tom Latham and Kane Williamson.We talk about crowds, Eden Park and make the case for not tinkering with ODI cricket, before moving swiftly past Australia's first innings runfest in Perth.To round out the show we marvel at the first session of the first Test between Pakistan and England to

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30:28

The Test Cricket Hall of Fame - #10-8: We enter the...

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2022/11/22

In this episode of the Men's Test Cricket Hall of Fame, we continue our countdown by discussing players 10 to 8 (scroll to the bottom of the description if you can't wait to find out who they are).Now that we're at the business end of the list, we couldn't resist throwing a few extra minutes on the clock to discuss these legends of the game. Baldy reveals the algorithm's best fast bowler of all time, plus we discuss two stylish left-handers who scored stacks of runs all around the world.Do you agree

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48:06

This Week in Cricket #111 - MCG memories, Indian...

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2022/11/17

This week on the show we look back at the T20 World Cup final at the MCG, which saw England add another white-ball trophy to their cabinet. Binksy takes us through the game-day experience, then we break down the key moments of the match, featuring Ben Stokes, Sam Curran, Adil Rashid, Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi.In the second half of the episode, we bring India and New Zealand into the conversation to discuss a number of questions in the aftermath of this tournament:Are England the best

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01:04:15

This Week in Cricket #110 - Group stage drama and...

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2022/11/08

In this episode of the show, Binksy, Raj and Stu look back at an action-packed finish to the group stages of the T20 World Cup. The Dutch knocked South Africa out of the tournament, Pakistan snuck in the back door and now Stu is having nightmares about Inzamam-ul-Haq.Binksy's off to the World Cup final, so in the second half of the show we look ahead to discuss how the semi-finals will be won or lost, in an attempt to predict which two teams will face off at the MCG on Sunday night. Raj makes an

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28:21

This Week in Cricket #109 - Glenn Phillips is really...

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2022/10/30

We couldn't get the whole team together, but Michael and Stu couldn't resist the urge to jump on a call and rave about a magical innings from Glenn Phillips and another dominant performance from the Black Caps. Trent Boult, Tim Southee, Usain Bolt, Michael Clarke, Virat Kohli - the conversation bounced around a bit, before we discussed upsets, excitement and semi-final permutations for a T20 World Cup that seems to provide more and more entertainment every day (when it's not raining).We'll be back

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41:23

This Week in Cricket #108 - Finn Allen makes his...

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2022/10/25

The ICC Men's T20 World Cup has been on fire this past week, with the amazing finishes from the group stages carrying across to the Super 12 phase.Finn Allen and Devon Conway set up a big win for the Black Caps, before Virat Kohli stole the show and broke Pakistan hearts in a game filled with magical moments and plenty of talking points. We discuss no balls, dead balls, good old-fashioned hidings, Duckworth-Lewis and a whole host more as England and South Africa also start their campaigns, just as

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42:52

Luke Wright - The move to Auckland, winning a World...

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2022/10/21

In this episode of the show, we speak with Luke Wright, who has joined the Auckland Cricket coaching staff for 2022-23.Luke takes us through the move to Auckland and what he's noticed about the squad so far, before entertaining us with a walk down memory lane to look back at moments from his impressive career.We talk about young talent in the Auckland side, such as Adi Ashok, Simon Keene and Ryan Harrison, then discuss Luke's T20 World Cup win with England in 2010, playing alongside Shane Warne at

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31:13

Jeet Raval, Northern Brave - Super Smash win, Black...

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2022/10/16

In the second episode of our 2022 journey around the New Zealand domestic provinces, we speak to Jeet Raval, fresh off leading the Northern Brave to a Super Smash title in 2021/22.Jeet and Stu discuss the ND preseason, look back at Jeet's time with the Black Caps and examine the NZ domestic scene as a platform for developing players for international level.And with the Plunket Shield set to begin next week, Jeet takes us behind the scenes for a closer look at the Northern squad both on and off the

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24:27

Dean Foxcroft, Otago Cricket - A return to New...

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2022/10/14

In the first episode of our 2022 journey around the New Zealand domestic provinces, we speak to Dean Foxcroft, who returns to Otago after Covid left him stranded overseas for 28 months.Dean talks about the challenges of the past couple of years, gives us an update about what he's been up to during that time and details why he was so determined to return and push for higher honours here in Aotearoa.With the Plunket Shield set to begin next week, Dean takes us behind the scenes at the Otago squad both

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01:17:05

ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2022 Preview

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2022/10/12

Explainers, questions, answers and predictions - it's World Cup time!In this episode of the show we look ahead to the upcoming Men's T20 World Cup, which starts on 16 October. We set the scene, then deep dive into the key questions facing the teams we each find most interesting, before rounding out the show with players to watch and our predictions for the semi-finals, final and tournament winner.Keep an eye out for plenty more episodes in the coming weeks - we're planning to catch up with a number

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37:39

This Week in Cricket #107 - Cameron Green's rising...

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2022/10/03

Recorded 28 September 2022 (before the Jasprit Bumrah injury news), in this episode of the show we stop at a number of destinations around the world as we look back at a week jam-packed with white-ball cricket.Australia may have found a solution to Aaron Finch's form slump - but will they find a spot for Cameron Green in their final T20 World Cup squad? Harry Brook is another young star on the rise, but has he done enough to force his way into England's top XI? And India have so many options - how

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56:00

This Week in Cricket #106 - England's Test revival,...

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2022/09/20

In this episode of the show we start by discussing an English summer highlighted by the revival of the men's Test side under Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes. We talk tactics, bowling attacks, preparation and much more as we reflect on the turnaround of England's red-ball side.The remainder of the show has a strong New Zealand focus as we try to understand why the Black Caps simply can't seem to beat Australia. There's a rush for Cameron Green stock, concerns about New Zealand's bowling attack,

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25:43

Kit Badger Heaven, with Josh (JP) Gavan

The Top Order Cricket Podcast ·

2022/09/07

In this episode of the show, we speak to bat maker and repairer Josh (JP) Gavan about all things bats.Josh's passion for cricket and bat-making shines during the chat as we discuss his introduction to the industry as a 16 year old, current trends, pernickety customers, working with players like Ellyse Perry and Chris Gayle, what to look for when you're buying a bat, and much more. Josh encouraged all of us to seek out local bat makers, but if you'd like to find out more about his work and his

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39:35

The Test Cricket Hall of Fame - 15 to 11: The aliens...

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2022/09/03

In this episode of the Men's Test Cricket Hall of Fame, we continue our countdown by discussing players 15 to 11 (scroll to the bottom of the description if you can't wait to find out who they are).We've got four of the most rhythmical bowlers you could ever hope to see, plus a batter who won more Test matches than anyone in the history of the game. There's two Australians, a West Indian, an Englishman and even a Kiwi (!) so you won't be surprised to hear there was a bit of debate as we discussed

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37:45

This Week in Cricket #105 - Can we have a Ben Stokes...

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2022/08/30

On this episode of the show, we discuss the second England v South Africa Test, the confusing events of the BBL draft and the upcoming tours to India and Australia for NZ A and the Black Caps.England bounced back in a big way after their first Test loss of the home summer, demolishing South Africa in just three days. We talk about Dean Elgar's decision to bat first and play two spinners, the up-and-down nature of the Ben Foakes conversation and whether Ben Stokes is more like Andrew Flintoff or Ian

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52:10

This Week in Cricket #104 - Black Caps make history...

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2022/08/24

On this episode of the show, we discuss the first Test between England and South Africa and the two Black Caps v West Indies white-ball series.Topics include:Are England bad again?Are South Africa favourites to make the World Test Championship final? Is it cruel to keep picking Zak Crawley?Future Tours ProgrammeChanges for the 2nd Test?In the second half of the show, the focus shifts to the Black Caps and their historic series wins in the Caribbean. We discuss:What we learned from the two

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