Sky Sport Presents: Smith and Hesson
35 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -Kiwi cricket icons Ian Smith and Mike Hesson wrap up the latest news from around the world, and offer their unrivalled insight into all of the big stories
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Episodes
Smith and Hesson Episode 8 - Chappell Hadlee Series Review
September 13, 2022 23:37 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBHost Laura McGoldrick, Ian Smith and Mike Hesson discuss the Black Caps' recent Chappell Hadlee Series defeat to Australia, concerns around Kane Williamson's form, and New Zealand's chances at next month's T20 World Cup.
Smith& Hesson Episode 7 - Reviewing the West Indies series
August 23, 2022 05:14 - 33 minutes - 31 MBWe talk about the key players in the West Indies series and Trent Boult's decision to reduce his International calendar. Also Kane Williamson's form and the emergence of some key young players in the side. Plus a new segment - SUPER OVER.
Smith and Hesson: Black Caps Tour Of England, Test Series Review
July 06, 2022 06:39 - 41 minutes - 56.9 MBLaura McGoldrick, Ian Smith and Mike Hesson review the Black Caps test series vs England and preview their upcoming White Ball series in the UK. Plus announce some exciting news for women's cricket in NZ
Black Caps Tour Of England, 2nd Test Review
June 22, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 54.8 MBLaura McGoldrick, Ian Smith and Mike Hesson Analyze the Blackcaps 2nd test vs England and take a look at other action from around the Cricketing world
Smith and Hesson: Black Caps Tour Of England, Test 1 Review
June 10, 2022 09:30 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBLaura McGoldrick, Ian Smith and Mike Hesson Analyze the Blackcaps first test vs England and take a look at other action from around the Cricketing world
Smith and Hesson - Blackcaps tour of England preview
June 02, 2022 06:25 - 43 minutes - 79.4 MBLaura McGoldrick, Ian Smith and Mike Hesson preview the upcoming Blackcaps series in England
Woman's World Cup and Black Caps Summer Wrap Up
April 11, 2022 02:59 - 31 minutes - 37.1 MBLaura McGoldrick, Ian Smith and Mike Hesson take a look at the recently concluded woman's ODI world cup in New Zealand as well as wrap up the men's Test summer.
Smith And Hesson Ashes Series Wrap
January 23, 2022 21:33 - 24 minutes - 44.5 MBLaura Smithy and Hess wrap up the recently concluded Ashes series in Australia.
1st Ashes Test Review
December 15, 2021 04:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBIn the final show for the year Smith, Hess and Laura wrap up the first Ashes test at the Gabba and look ahead at what this might mean for the next 4 tests.
Ajaz Patel's historic 10 wickets , and a record loss
December 08, 2021 03:31 - 41 minutes - 76.1 MBSky's Laura McGoldrick is joined by former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson and commentator Ian Smith to look back at Ajaz Patel's historic bowling performance, and New Zealand's batting capitulation in the second test against India. Plus, Laura catches up with newly-crowned WBBL champion Sophie Devine from Perth, ahead of a massive summer of cricket for the White Ferns.
The Blackcaps hold on for a thrilling draw
November 30, 2021 23:12 - 29 minutes - 53.3 MBSky's Laura McGoldrick is joined by Ian Smith and Mike Hesson to review the Blackcaps' dramatic first test draw against India. The trio also look ahead to the final match of the series in Mumbai, and the leadership changes at Cricket Australia.
T20 Series Review & Test Series Preview
November 23, 2021 22:12 - 30 minutes - 55.4 MBSky's Laura McGoldrick is joined by former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson and commentator Ian Smith to review New Zealand's disappointing T20 series defeat to India. They also look forward to the upcoming test series, and ask whether the Blackcaps can turn things around? Plus, the trio discuss the latest from the Tim Paine scandal, ponder who the next Australian captain will be, and reflect on the amazing career of AB de Villiers.
T20 World Cup review and India T20 series preview
November 16, 2021 08:53 - 21 minutes - 39.6 MBSky's Laura McGoldrick is joined by Ian Smith and Mike Hesson to review New Zealand's campaign at the T20 World Cup. Did they overachieve, and where did it go wrong against Australia? Plus, the trio look forward to the Blackcaps' tour of India, starting with three T20s.
T20 WC Preview and IPL Review
October 19, 2021 02:00 - 30 minutes - 55.9 MBSky's Laura McGoldrick is joined by former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson, and NZ keeper-turned-broadcaster Ian Smith, to reflect on yet another title for the Chennai Super Kings in the IPL. The team salute the Kiwi coaches making their mark on the competition, before diving in to an extensive preview of the Blackcaps' chances at the T20 World Cup. Plus, the trio also touch on The Ashes, and Rahul Dravid's push to become the next Indian coach.
The Blackcaps cancel their series in Pakistan & the IPL is underway again
September 24, 2021 00:24 - 33 minutes - 62 MBSky's Laura McGoldrick is joined by former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson and keeper-turned-broadcaster Ian Smith for an in-depth look at the latest cricket news. This week, the trio discuss the fallout after the Blackcaps abandon their tour of Pakistan, review RCB's poor opener in the IPL, discuss New Zealand's chances at the T20 World Cup, and look at some encouraging signs from the White Ferns in England.
RCB get ready for the IPL & the Blackcaps are in Pakistan
September 15, 2021 05:01 - 35 minutes - 65.4 MBSky's Laura McGoldrick is joined by former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson and former NZ wicket-keeper Ian Smith for a wrap of the latest cricket news. This week, Mike updates us on RCB's preparations for their opening IPL game, the trio review the Blackcaps Bangladesh series, and look ahead to New Zealand's first tour of Pakistan in 18 years.
The Blackcaps & White Ferns bounce back
September 08, 2021 04:13 - 28 minutes - 52.6 MBSky's Laura McGoldrick, former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson, and keeper-turned-broadcaster Ian Smith wrap up the latest news from the cricketing world. This week, the trio discuss New Zealand and Colin de Grandhomme's form in Bangladesh, the White Ferns in England, the CPL, India v England, and whether the Aussies will steamroll their way to a dominant Ashes victory later in the year.
The return of the Blackcaps and the IPL
August 26, 2021 03:45 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBSky's Laura McGoldrick is joined by former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson and commentator Ian Smith for a wrap of the latest cricket news. The trio discuss the coaching changes at the Royal Challengers Bangalore, the Blackcaps tour of Bangladesh, whether Justin Langer will still be the coach of Australia for the Ashes, and the White Ferns vital series against England.
Will the IPL resume in 2021?
May 18, 2021 04:21 - 28 minutes - 51.9 MBWith the IPL season on hold, Sky's Laura McGoldrick gets the latest insight on the biggest T20 competition in the world from commentator Ian Smith, and former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson. The trio discuss whether the tournament can get up and running again this year, look ahead to the Blackcaps' tour of England, reflect on the legacy of BJ Watling, and break down the latest comments from Cameron Bancroft.
Three from three for RCB
April 21, 2021 01:17 - 25 minutes - 46.2 MBSky Sport commentator Ian Smith and former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson review the early stages of the IPL, focusing on the dream start for the Royal Challengers Bangalore. Mike explains why they've had so much success, his thoughts on Kyle Jamieson and Finn Allen, and what's going to change now that they've moved from Chennai to Mumbai. The pair also ask whether South Africa will pick AB de Villiers for the T20 World Cup, and reflect on the career of Iain Gallaway.
Mini IPL Preview
April 07, 2021 03:48 - 16 minutes - 30.2 MBWe had some technical issues this week, but we did manage to salvage some of the best parts. Join host Laura McGoldrick, former NZ wicket-keeper Ian Smith and RCB's Director of Cricket Mike Hesson for a mini preview of the upcoming IPL season.
India v England Test Four
March 10, 2021 01:22 - 24 minutes - 44.9 MBSky Sport commentator Ian Smith, World Cup winner Emily Drumm and former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson review the fourth test between India and England, and the series overall. Did it disappoint? How dominant are India going to be now? And why was England's batting so bad? The trio also discuss the White Ferns' problems, the Blackcaps' T20 series win against Australia, the latest IPL news, and Akila Dananjaya's hero-to-zero moment against the West Indies.
India v England Test Three
March 03, 2021 00:30 - 25 minutes - 46.4 MBSky Sport commentator Ian Smith, World Cup winner Emily Drumm and former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson review the third test between India and England. What's gone wrong for the visitors? Was the pitch unfair? Have England lost the ability to bat? The trio also look at the White Ferns' struggles against England, wonder if there's a way back for Aaron Finch, discuss what's happening with Kyle Jamieson, and look at the respective comebacks of Chris Gayle and Fidel Edwards.
India v England Test One
February 11, 2021 04:02 - 25 minutes - 46.9 MBSky Sport commentator Ian Smith, World Cup winner Emily Drumm and former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson review the opening test between India and England. Is Joe Root back in the Fab Four? Why are Rahane and Pujara under pressure? Is Kohli feeling the heat? The trio also wrap up the White Ferns squad, dissect Pakistan's win against South Africa, look at a remarkable debut from Kyle Mayers and decide whether Finn Allen should get a call-up to the Blackcaps.
Australia v India Test Four
January 21, 2021 02:23 - 25 minutes - 46.1 MBIan Smith, Mike Hesson and World Cup winner Emily Drumm review a remarkable test series between India and Australia, following the tourists' dramatic victory in the final match. Should Tim Paine keep the captaincy? What next for Rishabh Pant and Shubman Gill? Do the Aussies have a problem in their middle order? The trio also discuss the state of the World Test Championship, whether Joe Root is back, and Sophie Devine's historic T20 knock.
Australia v India Test Three
January 12, 2021 23:14 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MBIan Smith, Mike Hesson and World Cup winner Emily Drumm analyse the epic third test between Australia and India at the SCG, with the series now heading towards a decider in Brisbane. Is Steve Smith still a cheat? Should Tim Paine give up the captaincy? And is Cheteshwar Pujara really a problem? The trio also discuss Colin Munro, Doug Bracewell, Amy Satterthwaite, Frankie MacKay, Kyle Jamieson and sledging in women's cricket.
Australia v India Test Two
January 01, 2021 22:06 - 25 minutes - 47.5 MBIan Smith and Mike Hesson dive into a feast of test match cricket, reviewing the second test between Australia and India, the Blackcaps against Pakistan, and Sri Lanka's tour of South Africa. How much pressure are the Aussies under? What's wrong with Steve Smith? Where does Tim Southee rank after taking his 300th wicket? Plus, Smithy pays tribute to his old team-mate John F Reid, who passed away aged 64.
Australia v India Test One
December 23, 2020 04:57 - 44 minutes - 81.2 MBIan Smith, Mike Hesson and World Cup winner Emily Drumm review the astonishing first test between Australia and India, and try to explain one of the greatest collapses in cricket history. They also analyse how the Blackcaps will go against Pakistan, and touch on Adam Milne and Colin Munro in the Big Bash.
Is this New Zealand's greatest test attack?
December 11, 2020 01:56 - 24 minutes - 34.2 MBIan Smith and Mike Hesson take a look at the Blackcaps' comprehensive win in the first test against the West Indies, and try and work out just how good New Zealand's bowling attack is. They also preview the upcoming series between Australia and India, talking Cameron Green, Will Pucovski and Steve Smith's captaincy ambitions. Plus, the pair look at the new rules in the Big Bash, and give their thoughts on the switch hit from Glenn Maxwell.
Steve Smith and flat pitches
December 01, 2020 01:52 - 25 minutes - 45.9 MBIan Smith and Mike Hesson take a look at India's struggles in Australia, and ask whether the local pitches are favouring the batsman too much. They also discuss Steve Smith's form, Jonny Bairstow and Dawid Malan's performances against South Africa and hone in on the Blackcaps easy T20 series win against the West Indies. Has Devon Conway now guaranteed a spot in the order? What about Glenn Phillips? And is it time for Ross Taylor to move on from the shortest form of the game? All of that, plu...
The Summer of Cricket preview
November 25, 2020 00:28 - 18 minutes - 25.8 MBWith the home summer of cricket also upon us, Ian Smith and Mike Hesson catch up to preview the Blackcaps series against the West Indies. The pair ask whether Devon Conway will play, whether the Windies will be any good and how NZ will go without Kane Williamson and Trent Boult. Plus, Mike tells us which Indian player to watch ahead of the massive series in Australia. There's also a break down of the upcoming limited overs match-up between England and the Proteas in South Africa.
Are the Mumbai Indians unstoppable?
November 12, 2020 02:28 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBIan Smith and Mike Hesson review another IPL title for the Mumbai Indians, a headline performance from Trent Boult and Virat Kohli's absence for most of the tour of Australia. They also discuss the West Indies quarantine troubles in New Zealand, Will Pucovski and Pakistan's new Test captain
Are RCB underdogs for the IPL title?
November 05, 2020 09:19 - 23 minutes - 42.4 MBIan Smith and Mike Hesson preview the IPL playoffs, how RCB are preparing, and whether they can take the title. They also review India's squad for the upcoming tour of Australia, ask whether Luke Ronchi is the right choice for the Blackcaps batting coach, and decipher how New Zealand will cope with their current injury crisis.
Will Stephen Fleming lose his job?
October 23, 2020 02:27 - 17 minutes - 32.3 MBIan Smith and Mike Hesson discuss whether Stephen Fleming could lose his job at CSK, the form of KL Rahul, Lockie Ferguson's fiery spell and reflect on the sad passing of New Zealand legend John R Reid
Smith and Hesson Episode 1
October 23, 2020 02:27 - 17 minutes - 32.3 MBIan Smith and Mike Hesson discuss whether Stephen Fleming could lose his job at CSK, the form of KL Rahul, Lockie Ferguson's fiery spell and reflect on the sad passing of New Zealand legend John R Reid