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Middle Please, Umpire - a Cricket Podcast

57 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratings

It's the cricket podcast you've always promised yourself, presented by comedian, writer and cricket super fan Miles Jupp, together with England’s World Cup winning bowler Mark Wood.

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Episodes

S6 Ep7: Hopes and fears

March 01, 2024 05:30 - 1 hour

Keane lead singer Tom Chaplin is a brilliant guest as he shares tales from his cricketing youth and general love of the game. We also unveil some alternate Mark Wood namesakes across the UK. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited):  www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15  MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four box...

S6 Ep6 The bowler’s Holding

February 08, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour

An extended episode as West Indies pace legend, and cricket commentator par excellence, Michael Holding joins us to talk about his career and influence on Woody’s career. Mark and Miles also catch up following the first Test in India.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited):  www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15  MindfulChef.com/m...

S6 Ep5 Gravy or nothing

January 31, 2024 12:54 - 1 hour

We get a fascinating glimpse into the backroom of elite cricket as Ben Langley, the man Woody credits with saving his career as England physio, and now Mumbai Indians’ head of sports science, joins for a chat. Miles and Woody catch up, plus another strong mailbag.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited):  www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the...

S6 Ep4: Arms and legs all over the place

January 24, 2024 05:30 - 1 hour

We are all Isa Guha fans, and she storms in as our very special guest. With the guys now both on tour, Woody explains the importance of gravy to Miles. A memorable mailbag letter drops onto the mat as well.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited):  www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15  MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off yo...

S6 Ep3: Free Billy!

January 03, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour

After a hiatus, we are back to resume season 6. We’re joined by England bowler and Step One ambassador Tash Farrant. Woody and Miles discuss the raging controversy around Phil Salt’s dog! Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited):  www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15  MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes....

S6 Ep2: Not spicy, just unusual

October 12, 2023 04:30 - 1 hour

Mike Brearley; England’s legendary captain and cricket mind, joins us as our special guest for a brilliant chat. Meanwhile Woody and Miles discuss the important issues of the day, including the World Cup, cuddly toy dogs and Indian savoury snacks.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited):  www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15  Mind...

S6 Ep1: Cuddles on the boundary

September 28, 2023 05:00 - 58 minutes

We are back with a new season, releasing episodes as regularly as cricket schedules allow. This week our hosts catch up as Woody prepares for the World Cup, while Miles gets some hugs on the boundary at Cardiff. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Spond, Mindful Chef & Step One Listener offers below (time limited):  www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15  MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% of...

S5 update: 20 minutes of solid Wood

July 17, 2023 08:00 - 22 minutes

A hotly requested mini pod, as Miles has a catch-up with co-host and hero of the 3rd Test, our own Mark Wood.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited):  www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15  MindfulChef.com/middleplease - for 25% off your first four boxes. Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman  Copyright...

S5 Ep8: Live in Ashington

June 14, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour

Our second ever live recording as we journey to Woody’s home club at Ashington CC on the eve of the Ashes. We look at what’s ahead this summer while Miles learns a whole new language!  With thanks to Ashington CC and our live sponsor www.Spond.com/ Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited):  www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15  MindfulChe...

S5 Ep7: Morné’s Barmy Army

May 04, 2023 05:30 - 1 hour

Woody’s IPL bowling coach and pace legend Morné Morkel joins the guys to discuss his chaotic debut for South Africa amongst a range of topics from his career. Meanwhile the mailbag is not to be missed as we bring Season 5 to a close…for now. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited):  www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15  MindfulChef.com/mi...

S5 Ep6: Bears, kangaroos, and Danny Kelly

April 14, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour

Legendary sports broadcaster, music journalist and unlikely cricket lover, Danny Kelly joins the guys this week in a really engrossing chat on cricket and much more. Woody and Miles discuss Mark’s successful start in the IPL with Lucknow. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited):  www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15  MindfulChef.com/middl...

S5 Ep5: Midfielder Please, Umpire

April 05, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour

We’re back and joined by Newcastle United midfielder and Tynemouth CC bowler, Sean Longstaff. He reveals his love of cricket and hatred of truffle, while Woody and Miles chat on the eve of Mark’s successful debut for Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited):  www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15  MindfulCh...

S5 Ep4: Everything but the admin

March 02, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour

What a special guest; the legend David ‘Bumble’ Lloyd. We chat about his amazing career, with tales aplenty. Meanwhile Woody records a podcast from the outfield at an England training session as he turns roving reporter, introducing Miles to just about anyone he can find! Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited):  www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the...

S5 Ep3: How deep is your love?

February 22, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour

Miles and Woody compare notes on touring and MRI scans before Emma John; esteemed author, cricket writer, and fellow Mike Atherton obsessive, joins as our special guest. Woody springs a surprise thanks to Sky Sports statistician Benedict Bermange.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited):  www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15  MindfulChef...

S5 Ep2: Seeing the opportunity with Rob Key

February 15, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour

Woody and Miles are called in to chat to the boss. Director of England’s Men’s Cricket, Rob Key talks about the new, exciting era of England cricket and his experiences from player, to pundit to gaffer in a brilliant conversation. One not to miss! Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited):  www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15  MindfulChef....

S5 Ep1: Starring ‘Hollywood’ Ben Foakes

February 08, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour

We are back with Ben Foakes as our special guest. We get the inside talk from the resurgent England Test side and discuss the famous win in Pakistan. Meanwhile Woody and Miles channel their inner Julia Roberts amongst other goings on. We have missed doing this! Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Step One & Mindful Chef. Listener offers below (time limited):  www.stepone.life - For a 15% discount, just use the code MP15 ...

S4 BONUS: Better late than never

October 28, 2022 04:00 - 48 minutes

A long overdue bonus episode as we find Woody mid-World Cup and Miles mid-tour. We catch-up on what’s been an eventful few months of cricket comebacks, blackberry picking season and lobster catching. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Step One. www.stepone.life - For a 30% discount, just use the code MP30 (offer is time limited) Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman  Copyright 2022 Play...

S4 Ep7: Woody, Babushka and Zaltzman

July 07, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour

Andy Zaltzman, TMS statistician and comedian joins this week and tells us about his dream job plus his cricketing highs and lows. Woody shares an honest insight on life as an injured cricketer while Miles reveals his ancestral England cricket roots in a bumper episode. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Step One. www.stepone.life - For a 30% discount, just use the code MP30 (offer is time limited) Produced by Nathan Kosky ...

S4 Ep6: Harry Judd drops a Brit

June 30, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour

McFly drummer and cricket obsessive Harry Judd joins for a brilliant chat as he and Miles enjoy a 90’s cricket love-in. Harry shares stories of facing some amazing cricket legends before simply nailing Woody’s Super Over! Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Step One. www.stepone.life - For a 30% discount, just use the code MP30 (offer is time limited) Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman an...

S4 Ep5: Foot to foot with Pudsy

June 23, 2022 05:00 - 55 minutes

We are back for the second half of the season with Liam Plunkett as our special guest. He talks about his cricket and life in the USA, his England career and times with Woody.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Step One. www.stepone.life - For a 30% discount, just use the code MP30 (offer is time limited) Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman Copyright 2022 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmed...

S4 Ep4: Mad Dog & Englishmen

May 26, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour

Lewis Moody is our special guest, and it’s a VERY special guest for Mark as he chats to one of his childhood heroes. He and Miles uncover Lewis’s journey from school team to Leicester Tigers and onto an England World Cup glory, as well as his love of cricket.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Step One. www.stepone.life - For a 30% discount, just use the code MP30 (offer is time limited) Produced by Nathan Kosky with Play...

S4 Ep3: No, I’m Derek Pringle

May 19, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour

It’s definitely Derek Pringle, and he is our esteemed guest this week as we chat about the 1992 World Cup final, his love of Test cricket, and whether he has ever been mistaken for Angus Fraser. Plus loads more in a really cracking chat. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Step One. www.stepone.life - For a 30% discount, just use the code MP30 (offer is time limited) Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered b...

S4 Ep2: Lockie Ferguson rides the shark bus

May 12, 2022 05:30 - 59 minutes

A corker of an episode as the brilliant Lockie Ferguson joins us direct from the IPL to ramp us up to 190mph of pace in one episode; and we enjoy a great chat! Miles shares his love of Lockie’s homeland while Mark exclusively reveals his post-cricket career path.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Step One. www.stepone.life - For a 30% discount, just use the code MP30 (offer is time limited) Produced by Nathan Kosky with ...

S4 Ep1: Hear ye, hear ye…gravy, gravy

May 05, 2022 06:00 - 53 minutes

Season Four is here, and it’s our first ever live show; held in Monmouth, the home of 4th XI  legend and co-host Miles Jupp. There’s lots of current affairs to catch up on, and we also chart Mark’s relationship with club cricket though to England’s World Cup glory. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Step One. www.stepone.life - For a 30% discount, just use the code MP30 (offer is time limited) Produced by Nathan Kosky with...

S3 Ep8: Ashes to Ashington

February 19, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour

Bonus episode to finish Season 3. Well, the Ashes didn’t go to plan but Miles and Woody catch up as Mark reflects on the experience, and Miles makes an unconventional bid to become England head coach for the Windies tour. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the code CRICKET (Over 18 only) Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon ...

S3 Ep7: Selecting sandwiches with Jack Leach

December 02, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour

(Probably) the final episode of Season 3 sees England and Somerset super spinner Jack Leach join Woody and Miles as we discuss bowling, THAT innings, and a rather amusing deep dive into his choice of sandwich. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the code CRICKET (Over 18 only) Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman  Copy...

S3 Ep6: Radio Aggers

November 25, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour

A glorious hour with the seminal voice of cricket on the radio, Jonathan Agnew. He reveals why Woody has become rather a household name at chez Aggers, plus we discuss the art of commentary and much more in a memorable interview. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the code CRICKET (Over 18 only) Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Engineered ...

S3 Ep5: Will Greenwood plays Guess Who?

November 11, 2021 06:00 - 55 minutes

Let’s try and cheer ourselves up after that t20 semi final, as rugby World Cup winner Will Greenwood joined Giles and Wark last summer and revealed the best way to get him out at cricket. He also tells us his ‘Guess Who?’ rival alongside a passionate chat on grass roots sport.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the code CRICKET (Over 18 only) Produce...

S3 Ep4: Surprise Surprise, it’s Kate Cross.

November 04, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour

An hour-long treat as Mark and Miles update one another on injuries and other less serious tales before England and Lancashire star Kate Cross joins us for a great chat on her England career, the Hundred, and the growing profile of the Women's game. No idea why Cilla Black seems to be ever-present however!   Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]    Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the co...

S3 Ep3: Middle please, Simon Taufel

October 28, 2021 06:00 - 52 minutes

5-time ICC Umpire of the Year, Simon Taufel is our special guest and becomes our very first umpire on the pod. The legendary Aussie official gives a fascinating and unique perspective of the sport. Meanwhile, Miles puts Woody into bat for a brilliant Super Over. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the code CRICKET (Over 18 only) Produced by Nathan Kosk...

S3 Ep2: Catching up with Colly

October 21, 2021 06:00 - 53 minutes

Paul Collingwood, T20 World Cup 2010 winning captain in and fielding guru, joins Miles and Mark as our first guest of the season. Plenty of great chat as he talks catching drills, the evolution of T20 and shares a remarkable Boyzone connection that takes us down a strange path! Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the code CRICKET (Over 18 only) Produce...

S3 Ep1: No punnet intended

October 14, 2021 06:00 - 53 minutes

Season 3 is here at last! Miles and Woody reunite and catch up on all things, ranging from preparing for the T20 World Cup, being Joe Root’s Deliveroo, blackberry picking season, and the correct etiquette at public urinals. Welcome back! Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the code CRICKET (Over 18 only) Produced by Nathan Kosky with Playback Media Eng...

S2 Ep8: Iron Man, Thor & Super Athers

May 13, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour

We close Season 2 in style and welcome talisman of the podcast and Miles’s hero, Mike Atherton, as this week’s very special guest. Mark and Miles enjoy an extended chat with Athers and end up laughing a lot (as usual!).  We’ll be back later in the summer for Series 3.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the code CRICKET (Over 18 only) Produced by Elec...

S2 Ep7: Richard Osman in the steam room

May 06, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes

Pointless host, author, comedian and Sussex CCC fan Richard Osman joins the gang for some cricket conversation. Mark reveals how he was nearly sick in Eoin Morgan’s hat in India, while Miles tells of an eventful afternoon umpiring for Monmouth 3rd XI.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the code CRICKET (Over 18 only) Produced by Electric Sports & Pla...

S2 Ep6: Pouring oil from a tin with Jimmy Adams

April 29, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour

West Indies legend and current director of cricket, Jimmy Adams, joins us from Antigua and delivers an extraordinary ‘Super Over’ alongside some great conversation. Mark also talks about his return to club cricket for Ashington CC.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the code CRICKET (Over 18 only) Produced by Electric Sports & Playback Media Engineer...

S2 Ep6: Pouring oil from a tin with Jimmy Adams

April 29, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 142 MB

West Indies legend and current director of cricket, Jimmy Adams, joins us from Antigua and delivers an extraordinary ‘Super Over’ alongside some great conversation. Mark also talks about his return to club cricket for Ashington CC.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the code CRICKET (Over 18 only) Produced by Electric Sports & Playback Media E...

S2 Ep5: Danni Wyatt and the upstairs piano

April 22, 2021 05:00 - 58 minutes

England Women’s superstar, and World Cup winner, Dannielle Wyatt is our special guest. She talks about her career highs and the challenges she’s faced. Meanwhile Miles reveals his piano moving disaster at home, as well as suggestions for what to do when you meet a cricketer at your local Esso. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the code CRICKET (Over ...

S2 Ep4: Sir Sam Mendes, with spicy rice and ratatouille

April 15, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour

This week’s very special guest is Sir Sam Mendes; Oscar-winning director of films such as American Beauty, 1917, Skyfall, but mainly a huge cricket fan. Enjoy a glorious hour of fascinating conversation covering everything from 007 to T20.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the code CRICKET (Over 18 only) Produced by Electric Sports & Playback Media ...

S2 Ep3: Yapping with Jack Russell

April 08, 2021 09:20 - 1 hour

Mark is back from India and feeling much better as he and Miles welcome England legendary wicketkeeper Jack Russell. We find out some amazing things about THAT hat and much more on a stellar career. We also begin the great ‘cricketer in a petrol station’ campaign.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the code CRICKET (Over 18 only) Produced by Electric...

S2 Ep3 Yapping with Jack Russell

April 08, 2021 09:20 - 1 hour - 141 MB

Mark is back from India and feeling much better as he and Miles welcome England legendary wicketkeeper Jack Russell. We find out some amazing things about THAT hat and much more on a stellar career. We also begin the great ‘cricketer in a petrol station’ campaign.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the code CRICKET (Over 18 only) Produced by El...

S2 Ep2: Rock n’ roll Deco

April 01, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes

Barmy Army legend Deco tells Mark and Miles some incredible tales of his astonishing 93 away Test matches on tour with England, including several robberies and the special connection between fans and players. Mark talks about snagging Virat Kohli’s wicket in India, plus everyone gets to sing a song! Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the code CRICKET ...

S2 Ep2 Rock n’ roll Deco

April 01, 2021 05:00 - 57 minutes - 132 MB

Barmy Army legend Deco tells Mark and Miles some incredible tales of his astonishing 93 away Test matches on tour with England, including several robberies and the special connection between fans and players. Mark talks about snagging Virat Kohli’s wicket in India, plus everyone gets to sing a song! Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the code CRI...

S2 Ep1: Joe Root and a full tank of diesel

March 25, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour

Mark and Miles are back with a very special guest, England Test captain Joe Root. They discuss the skipper’s duels with Woody as a teenager, and now their experiences together in the England squad. The mix of genuine cricket insight and fooling around you’ve (hopefully) been missing.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the code CRICKET (Over 18 only) ...

S2 Ep1 Joe Root and a full tank of diesel

March 25, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 103 MB

Mark and Miles are back with a very special guest, England Test captain Joe Root. They discuss the skipper’s duels with Woody as a teenager, and now their experiences together in the England squad. The mix of genuine cricket insight and fooling around you’ve (hopefully) been missing.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount, just use the code CRICKET (Over 18 o...

Season 2 Trailer

March 18, 2021 06:00 - 3 minutes

We are coming back! Mark Wood and Miles Jupp are padding up for another innings of top cricket chat, alongside some brilliant guests who we simply can’t wait to chat with and share with you. Season 2, Episode 1 is released on Thursday 25th March. Subscribe now and don’t miss a delivery. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire Email [email protected] Founding sponsor: Cricketers Gin www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special discount use the code CRICKET (Over 18 only) Produced b...

S1 Ep7: Birthday cake with Bairstow

January 21, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour

The last one in the current series. Jonny Bairstow is our special guest; discussing Mark and Jonny’s 20-year cricket relationship, facing mystery spin, Miles’s fielding mishaps and plenty more besides in a fascinating chat. Thanks to everyone that has listened to our first series...we’ll be back soon!  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special 10% discount, just use the code P...

S1 Ep6: Owt for nowt

January 14, 2021 06:00 - 58 minutes

The Times cricket reporter Lizzie Ammon joins us with a great insight on the ways of the press box, and her love of County cricket; while Miles and Mark discuss the merits of catching drills and bathroom basketball. Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special 10% discount, just use the code POD (Over 18 only) Produced by Electric Sports & Playback Media Engineered by Leon Gorman...

S1 Ep5: Our Merv

January 07, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour

Mark and Miles talk to legendary Aussie paceman Merv Hughes direct from Melbourne and enjoy a fascinating chat about when the Australian’s got tough, growing moustaches, drinking ouzo and much more.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special 10% discount, just use the code POD (Over 18 only) Produced by Electric Sports and Playback Media. Engineered by Leon Gorman  Copyright 2...

S1 Ep5: Our Merv

January 07, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 141 MB

Mark and Miles talk to legendary Aussie paceman Merv Hughes direct from Melbourne and enjoy a fascinating chat about when the Australian’s got tough, growing moustaches, drinking ouzo and much more.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/  For a special 10% discount, just use the code POD (Over 18 only) Produced by Electric Sports and Playback Media. Engineered by Leon Gorman  Cop...

S1 Ep4: Cricketing eras with David Gower

December 26, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour

One of England’s finest batsmen and broadcasters, David Gower, joins Miles and Mark for an unforgettable, extended chat. They compare eras; including fast bowlers, inside the England dressing room; and Stokes v Botham. This interview was originally recorded in October 2020 as our pilot episode.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email [email protected]  Podcast Sponsored by Cricketers Gin. www.cricketersgin.com/ For a special 10% discount, just use the code POD (Over...