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The Unplayable Podcast

Cricket Australia

Welcome to The Unplayable Podcast, where we"ll be talking all things cricket across Australia and around the world, brought to you by cricket.com.au.

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1:36:04

Ashes 2005 deep dive: Peak Ponting and Australia's...

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2025/08/10

Andrew Ramsey, The Australian newspaper’s cricket correspondent for the 2005 Ashes, knocks Louis Cameron's off stump out of the ground with a reverse-swinging seed on the 20th anniversary of the epic draw at Old Trafford.Yes, who could forget the sound of Michael Clarke's timber being shattered by a Simon Jones wonder-ball, Shane Warne's agony at narrowly missing out on a Test ton, or Ricky Ponting's match-saving hundred?But do you recall Ashley Giles' unplayable delivery to Damien Martyn? The

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34:10

Legacy building and AI sledging - SA and India A arrive

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2025/08/06

Kane Richardson and Josh Schonafinger chat through the week’s cricket news including the thrilling finish between England and India.Also on the agenda is Australia’s men’s next assignment against South Africa in Darwin, before we cut to a chat with women’s cricket editor Laura Jolly to explain the women’s return to cricket and their build up to the ODI World Cup.EPISODE INDEX:2:30 - Woakes’ ‘legacy enhancer’5:00 - Australia v South Africa series preview10:05 - Australia A women’s series against

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1:39:26

Ashes '05 Deep Dive: Gloves off as England roar back...

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2025/08/03

Andrew Ramsey, The Australian newspaper’s cricket correspondent for the 2005 Ashes, keeps both gloves on his bat to re-live one of the greatest Ashes Tests ever with host, Louis Cameron, on the 20th anniversary of the Edgbaston epic.It was a Test made famous by Glenn McGrath’s rolled ankle, Ricky Ponting’s fateful ‘we’ll have a bowl’, reverse swing, Andrew Flintoff brilliance, Shane Warne stepping on his stumps, Michael Kasprowicz’s last-ditch departure and an iconic photograph of sportsmanship.But

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31:11

Red-hot Aussies name squad to face South Africa

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2025/07/30

After watching Australia blitz West Indies 5-0 in the T20 series, the Unplayable Podcast's Jack Paytner gives us a end-of-tour recap from the Caribbean.On the agenda is the Aussies' middle-order weapons Mitch Owen and Tim David, more opportunity for Nathan Ellis, Cameron Green's best series to date and plenty more, such as the latest on Australia's squad to face South Africa in August.With Kane Richardson away this week, Jack and Josh Schonafinger also lock in their five breakout players for the

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52:26

How Michael Kasprowicz saved Test cricket, plus the...

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2025/07/23

The Edgbaston Ashes Test of 2005 will forever live in cricketing folklore as one of the great finishes to a match and the player central to the climax was Australia fast bowler Michael Kasprowicz.The Queenslander joins Kane Richardson and Josh Schonafinger to recall that epic series, why he was told he "saved Test cricket", playing with Shane Warne and how that '05 contest is remembered.EPISODE INDEX:03:15 - Aussies start T20 series strongly10:20 - Return of the Champions League?15:30 - Runs and

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1:35:45

Ashes '05 Deep Dive: A false dawn at Lord’s

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2025/07/20

Adam Burnett and Josh Schonafinger join host Louis Cameron in the England dressing rooms to belt out ‘Underneath the Southern Cross’ after one too many Fosters. While they were down there, they also re-lived the first Test of the epic 2005 Ashes series, where Australian hubris surely peaked. Today, July 21, marks 20 years since the famous contest began, and this is the first edition of a five-part series where we walk you through the battle Test-by-Test. EPISODE INDEX:12.26 – England’s statement of

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26:41

From Hobart to Jamaica: Mitch Owen and Tim David

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2025/07/18

Power hitters Tim David and Mitch Owen join The Unplayable Podcast ahead of the T20 series against West Indies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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26:42

Four quicks full time? Ashes countdown officially begins

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2025/07/16

After the success of "Dod's Army" in Jamaica, is a four-pronged pace-attack an option for future Tests? And who is putting their hand up for a spot at next year's T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka?Kane Richardson and Josh Schonafinger chat through the week's cricket news in the latest TUP weekly. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube.Get in your questions for 'Ask Richo' and let us know your Weekly Winners by emailing podcasts@cricket.com.au. Hosted on Acast. See

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15:00

Test 3 Day 3: Cricket at its CRAZIEST! Starc and...

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2025/07/15

Thrilling. Scintillating. Mesmerising. The potential superlatives for that Australian bowling performance go on and on.From Mitch Starc’s 400th Test wicket and record five-wicket haul, to Scott Boland’s centimetre-perfect hat-trick, day three in Kingston was one big highlight for the visitors.Jack Paynter was there at Sabina Park and joins Josh Schonafinger to recap the West Indies’ lowest-ever Test score. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube.Send your show feedback to

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10:49

Test 3 Day 2: Just another 15 wickets on a very...

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2025/07/14

Scott Boland started things off and Alzarri Joseph finished day two in style - another fantastic day for the fast bowlers as the Frank Worrell Trophy rapidly approaches its conclusion.Australia hold a valuable 181-run lead but another wobbly top-order performance raises more question marks ahead of the Ashes summer.Cameron Green was superb with the bat and to look at his innings and much more, Jack Paynter at Sabina Park joins Josh Schonafinger to discussthe day. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple

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9:44

Test 3, Day 1: Pink ball rips through, WI debutant...

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2025/07/13

Eleven wickets for the day, eight in the final session!This series has been Test cricket on fast forward and day one in Kingston was no exception!Jack Paynter is at Sabina Park and joins Josh Schonafinger to break down Steve Smith’s clock complaint, Kevlon Anderson’s tough initiation and Mitch Starc’s signature dish.Don't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube.Send your show feedback to podcasts@cricket.com.au (no spaces) or by using this contact form here. Hosted on Acast. See

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21:32

HAZLEWOOD: Inside Australia's elite bowling attack

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2025/07/10

The focus will rightly be on Mitch Starc this week ahead of his 100th Test match but few know him better than long-time teammate and partner in crime, Josh Hazlewood. Hazlewood joins Jack Paynter in Jamaica to preview the milestone man in Kingston, the pink-ball factor, bowling with niggles, batting No.11 and plenty more.EPISODE INDEX:00:00 - Jack's update from Kingston05:30 - Interview with Josh HazlewoodDon't forget to subscribe on Apple and on Spotify and on YouTube.Send your show feedback to

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42:03

Celebrating Starc's magnificent career, Short's...

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2025/07/09

With Mitch Starc on the cusp of a very special 100th Test match, Kane Richardson and Josh Schonafinger look back at the career of the left-arm quick and look at what has made him so great.Joining the show from Dallas, Texas is San Fran captain Matt Short, who has been in smoking form in the MLC and now has his side in the finals.Plus, Wiaan Mulder's declaration, Jofra Archer's return, Hey Richo and plenty more.EPISODE INDEX:00:52 - Weekly winners02:30 - To declare or not to declare12:00 - Mitch

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10:41

Test 2, Day 4: Brathwaite bats in sunnies, Aussies...

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2025/07/06

As soon as the fourth innings begun it had an air of inevitability about it... 34.3 overs later and Australia had sealed the win, by 133 runs, and the series, 2-0. Jack Paynter is in Grenada and was there to see another dog on the field, Kraigg Brathwaite batting in sunglasses, and another clinical bowling display from the superb Australian outfit. 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

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11:15

Test 2 Day 3: Green and Smith stand tall

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2025/07/05

Cameron Green and Steve Smith both made half-centuries as the Aussies batted out the entire day for the first time in the series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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12:00

Test 2, Day 2: Dog runs riot as openers drop in...

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2025/07/04

12 wickets fall on Day Two, but questions are raised over Sam Konstas and Usman Khawaja. Plus, we hear from Josh Hazlewood on the unusual scenes with the amount of whites the Australians went through and the dog that stormed the field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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12:56

Test 2, Day 1: Webster and Carey to the rescue again

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2025/07/03

Australia chose to bat first and when they were 5-110 it looked like a cursed decision.But a pair of 60s to Beau Webster and Alex Carey now has the visitors in a strong position in the second Test.Jack Paynter is in Grenada and wraps up the day with Josh Schonafinger.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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58:42

Hazlewood's greatness, Richardon's 'changeroom chat',...

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2025/07/02

Join co-hosts Kane Richardson and Josh Schonafinger as the Unplayable Podcast embarks on a new format - a weekly update on the cricket news from around Australia and around the world. We'll be coming to your eardrums every Thursday wherever you get your podcasts.The pair discuss Richo's previous appearances on TUP, Australia's Test win in Barbados, the new songmaster and the new white-ball version of the team song, plus plenty more.Ben Manenti then joins the show from the UK ahead of his stint

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10:41

Test 1, Day 3: Hazlewood dismantles Windies to set up...

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2025/06/28

After two days of cricket where both sides couldn't be split, Australia broke the game open on the third day with a dominant performance.Jack Paynter is in Barbados and saw Josh Hazlewood tear through the home side, and he joins Josh Schonafinger to dissect the Aussies' win. 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:27

Test 1, Day 2: Windies aggrieved at TV umpire,...

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2025/06/26

There were a number of third umpiring decisions that went against the West Indies on day two in Barbados and the hosts weren't happy about it.Jack Paynter is at the Kensington Oval and joins Josh Schonafinger to talk through the day's play.Hear from WI coach Daren Sammy from the 05:12 mark. 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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