The Top Order Cricket Podcast
475 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago -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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Lesley Murdoch - former White Ferns captain
March 03, 2020 03:00 - 1 hourIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, The panel talk to former White Fern & current Sky Sports commentator Lesley Murdoch. We take an in-depth look at her playing days, captaining the White Ferns in both tests and ODIs and also how she balanced an equally impressive hockey career that saw her attend the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. We also discuss her transition into the media across a range of sports and what life is like in the commentary box today. Learn more about your ad choice...
#24 'The Colonel at the Toss', with Jono Boult
February 25, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 116 MBThis week on the Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss The Colonel, ICC scheduling, radio commentary rights & the Women's T20 World Cup. Then we're joined by Jono Boult (23:15), who talks about BYC battles, pillow fights, the Champions League T20 and his mad dash to the 2019 World Cup final, before the panel discuss the first test between NZ and India (46:00).
#24 Jono Boult & ‘The Colonel at the Toss’
February 25, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 116 MBThis week on the Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss The Colonel, ICC scheduling, radio commentary rights & the Women's T20 World Cup. Then we're joined by Jono Boult (23:15), who talks about BYC battles, pillow fights, the Champions League T20 and his mad dash to the 2019 World Cup final, before the panel discuss the first test between NZ and India (46:00).
#24 'The Colonel at the Toss'
February 25, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 116 MBThis week on the Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss The Colonel, ICC scheduling, radio commentary rights & the Women's T20 World Cup. Then we're joined by Jono Boult (23:15), who talks about BYC battles, pillow fights, the Champions League T20 and his mad dash to the 2019 World Cup final, before the panel discuss the first test between NZ and India (46:00).
This Week in Cricket #24 - Jono Boult & 'The Colonel' at the toss
February 25, 2020 03:00 - 1 hourThis week on the Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss The Colonel, ICC scheduling, radio commentary rights & the Women's T20 World Cup. Then we're joined by Jono Boult (23:15), who talks about BYC battles, pillow fights, the Champions League T20 and his mad dash to the 2019 World Cup final, before the panel discuss the first test between NZ and India (46:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#23 "PO Box 9994"
February 20, 2020 15:00 - 44 minutes - 81.3 MBIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss the Allan Border Medal, No-Balls & the Mankad. They also look at the England T20 series in South Africa and a short preview of the New Zealand vs India Test Series coming up shortly. Special Guests, Glen Memery & Lesley Murdoch join the panel to discuss the upcoming Womens T20 World Cup
This Week in Cricket #23 - PO Box 9994
February 20, 2020 03:00 - 46 minutesIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss the Allan Border Medal, No-Balls & the Mankad. They also look at the England T20 series in South Africa and a short preview of the New Zealand vs India Test Series coming up shortly. Special Guests, Glen Memery & Lesley Murdoch join the panel to discuss the upcoming Womens T20 World Cup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tatenda Taibu, Former Zimbabwe Captain
February 17, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 140 MBIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel are joined by former Zimbabwe captain Tatenda Taibu. Tatenda discusses growing up in Zimbabwe 2:45, the turmoil and death of democracy 34:44, and the dire outlook for the state of cricket in his home country 1:00:00. Tatenda Also discusses his relationships with Andy & Bill Flower, Heath Streak, kidnappings, exile from international cricket and his life being threatened.
Tatenda Taibu
February 17, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 140 MBIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel are joined by former Zimbabwe captain Tatenda Taibu. Tatenda discusses growing up in Zimbabwe 2:45, the turmoil and death of democracy 34:44, and the dire outlook for the state of cricket in his home country 1:00:00. Tatenda Also discusses his relationships with Andy & Bill Flower, Heath Streak, kidnappings, exile from international cricket and his life being threatened.
Bonus Episode - Interview with Tatenda Taibu
February 17, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 140 MBIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel are joined by former Zimbabwe captain Tatenda Taibu. Tatenda discusses growing up in Zimbabwe 2:45, the turmoil and death of democracy 34:44, and the dire outlook for the state of cricket in his home country 1:00:00. Tatenda Also discusses his relationships with Andy & Bill Flower, Heath Streak, kidnappings, exile from international cricket and his life being threatened.
Tatenda Taibu - former Zimbabwe captain
February 17, 2020 03:00 - 1 hourIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel are joined by former Zimbabwe captain Tatenda Taibu. Tatenda discusses growing up in Zimbabwe 2:45, the turmoil and death of democracy 34:44, and the dire outlook for the state of cricket in his home country 1:00:00. Tatenda Also discusses his relationships with Andy & Bill Flower, Heath Streak, kidnappings, exile from international cricket and his life being threatened. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#22 It’s Never Good To Lose A Series 5-0
February 10, 2020 15:00 - 39 minutes - 72 MBThis week on The Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss the rain soaked Big Bash Final, the Aussie ODI & T20 squads recently announced and the T20 series & first two ODIs played between New Zealand & India. We finish this week’s episode by discussing an interview Vernon Philander recently gave to a South African newspaper.
This Week in Cricket #22 - It’s never good to lose a series 5-0
February 10, 2020 03:00 - 41 minutesThis week on The Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss the rain soaked Big Bash Final, the Aussie ODI & T20 squads recently announced and the T20 series & first two ODIs played between New Zealand & India. We finish this week’s episode by discussing an interview Vernon Philander recently gave to a South African newspaper. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#21 'Goblins, Granite and Other Monkey Business'
February 03, 2020 15:00 - 48 minutes - 88.9 MBThis week on the Top Order Podcast, The Panel talk about the BBL playoff structure, wrap up the South Africa vs England Test series, an Australian Under-19 star being sent home after a monkey attack & the New Zealand vs India T20 series. Then, special guest Glenn Memery joins the panel to give us an insight into running match days at an elite level as well as great insights into the Australian dressing room.
This Week in Cricket #21 - Goblins, granite and other monkey business
February 03, 2020 03:00 - 50 minutesThis week on the Top Order Podcast, The Panel talk about the BBL playoff structure, wrap up the South Africa vs England Test series, an Australian Under-19 star being sent home after a monkey attack & the New Zealand vs India T20 series. Then, special guest Glenn Memery joins the panel to give us an insight into running match days at an elite level as well as great insights into the Australian dressing room. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bonus Episode - Mt Rushmore, England Bowlers
January 29, 2020 15:00 - 35 minutes - 65 MBIn this bonus episode, the panel discuss the best English bowlers of all time, debating which faces should be etched into England's cricketing Mt Rushmore.
Mt Rushmore, England Bowlers
January 29, 2020 15:00 - 35 minutes - 65 MBIn this bonus episode, the panel discuss the best English bowlers of all time, debating which faces should be etched into England's cricketing Mt Rushmore.
Mt Rushmore - England Bowlers
January 29, 2020 03:00 - 37 minutesIn this bonus episode, the panel discuss the best English bowlers of all time, debating which faces should be etched into England's cricketing Mt Rushmore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#20 'Look, Thats A Bit Unfair On Ed Sheeran'
January 26, 2020 03:00 - 42 minutes - 77.1 MBThis week on the Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss Ben Stokes’ tirade on the South African public, Concussion in the BBL, The Goldfield Ashes & the South Africa vs England series. The panel also wrap up the first New Zealand vs India T20.
This Week in Cricket #20 - Look, that's a bit unfair on Ed Sheeran
January 25, 2020 15:00 - 44 minutesThis week on the Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss Ben Stokes’ tirade on the South African public, Concussion in the BBL, The Goldfield Ashes & the South Africa vs England series. The panel also wrap up the first New Zealand vs India T20. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#19 'The One Where AB de Villiers Comes Out Of Retirement'
January 20, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 135 MBThis week on the Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss the Super Smash Final, AB de Villiers' potential return to the international game and the Black Clash. Carl Frauenstein, the Cricket Operations Co-Ordinator and the Team Services and Tour Logistics Manager at New Zealand Cricket, joins the panel to discuss his role at NZC and some stories from his cricketing career. Then the panel wrap things up by discussing the Blackcaps T20 squad named last week and the third test between South Africa &...
This Week in Cricket #19 - The one where AB de Villiers comes out of retirement
January 20, 2020 03:00 - 1 hourThis week on the Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss the Super Smash Final, AB de Villiers' potential return to the international game and the Black Clash. Carl Frauenstein, the Cricket Operations Co-Ordinator and the Team Services and Tour Logistics Manager at New Zealand Cricket, joins the panel to discuss his role at NZC and some stories from his cricketing career. Then the panel wrap things up by discussing the Blackcaps T20 squad named last week and the third test between South Africa &...
#18 'Vernon Philander's Strength & Conditioning'
January 16, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 135 MBIn today's episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss their favourite celebrations, Shane Warne's baggy green, Matt Renshaw's catch, umpire Davidson changing his mind, as well as Stephanie Baldwin’s Australian Country Selection. The panel also discuss the main issues coming out of the New Zealand tour of Australia & England's tour of South Africa.
This Week in Cricket #18 - Vernon Philander's strength and conditioning
January 16, 2020 03:00 - 1 hourIn today's episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss their favourite celebrations, Shane Warne's baggy green, Matt Renshaw's catch, umpire Davidson changing his mind, as well as Stephanie Baldwin’s Australian Country Selection. The panel also discuss the main issues coming out of the New Zealand tour of Australia & England's tour of South Africa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#17 'The Elephant In The Room'
January 02, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 126 MBIn today's episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss James Anderson's 150th Test, retirees Vernon Philander & Peter Siddle, Anti-Corruption and the prospect of 4-day Test matches from 2023. The attention then turns to extended reviews of the Boxing Day tests at the MCG & Centurion Park.
This Week in Cricket #17 - The elephant in the room
January 01, 2020 15:00 - 1 hourIn today's episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss James Anderson's 150th Test, retirees Vernon Philander & Peter Siddle, Anti-Corruption and the prospect of 4-day Test matches from 2023. The attention then turns to extended reviews of the Boxing Day tests at the MCG & Centurion Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bonus Episode - 'Interview with Daryl Mitchell'
December 22, 2019 15:00 - 53 minutes - 98.8 MBOn this episode, the panel are joined by Worcestershire's Daryl Mitchell for a full-length interview about his long county cricket career, his role as Chairman of the Professional Cricketers' Association, the work of the PCA, The Hundred, mental health, life after cricket and Binksy's ability with both bat and gloves.
Daryl Mitchell
December 22, 2019 15:00 - 53 minutes - 98.8 MBOn this episode, the panel are joined by Worcestershire's Daryl Mitchell for a full-length interview about his long county cricket career, his role as Chairman of the Professional Cricketers' Association, the work of the PCA, The Hundred, mental health, life after cricket and Binksy's ability with both bat and gloves.
Daryl Mitchell, Worcestershire Legend and PCA Chairman
December 22, 2019 15:00 - 53 minutes - 98.8 MBOn this episode, the panel are joined by Worcestershire's Daryl Mitchell for a full-length interview about his long county cricket career, his role as Chairman of the Professional Cricketers' Association, the work of the PCA, The Hundred, mental health, life after cricket and Binksy's ability with both bat and gloves.
Daryl Mitchell - Worcestershire legend and PCA Chairman
December 22, 2019 03:00 - 55 minutesOn this episode, the panel are joined by Worcestershire's Daryl Mitchell for a full-length interview about his long county cricket career, his role as Chairman of the Professional Cricketers' Association, the work of the PCA, The Hundred, mental health, life after cricket and Binksy's ability with both bat and gloves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#16 'Peter Siddle Can Play On Punt Road For All I Care'
December 19, 2019 15:00 - 55 minutes - 102 MBIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss slow over rates, Neil Wagner vs Matthew Wade, Glenn Phillips' return to form and discuss whether New Zealand have figured out Steve Smith. The panel then pick apart the match at Perth and preview the Boxing Day Test, before Daryl Mitchell, chairman of the Professional Cricketers Association in England, stops by to help preview the South Africa vs England series.
This Week in Cricket #16 - Punt Road - it's a ground in Victoria
December 19, 2019 03:00 - 57 minutesIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss slow over rates, Neil Wagner vs Matthew Wade, Glenn Phillips' return to form and discuss whether New Zealand have figured out Steve Smith. The panel then pick apart the match at Perth and preview the Boxing Day Test, before Daryl Mitchell, chairman of the Professional Cricketers Association in England, stops by to help preview the South Africa vs England series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bonus Episode - 'Interview with Shane Bond'
December 10, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 135 MBIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel are joined by one of New Zealand's best-ever fast bowlers, Shane Bond. We discuss Shane's early years in the game, how he idolised Sir Richard Hadlee and how his confidence grew and his speed increased after joining the police. We hear about the influence of the Cricket Academy, how Steve Waugh sledged him during his Test debut, World Cups and what it was like to break the 150 kph barrier. As we work our way through his career, Shane candidl...
Shane Bond
December 10, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 135 MBIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel are joined by one of New Zealand's best-ever fast bowlers, Shane Bond. We discuss Shane's early years in the game, how he idolised Sir Richard Hadlee and how his confidence grew and his speed increased after joining the police. We hear about the influence of the Cricket Academy, how Steve Waugh sledged him during his Test debut, World Cups and what it was like to break the 150 kph barrier. As we work our way through his career, Shane candidl...
#Bonus Episode - 'Interview with Shane Bond'
December 10, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 135 MBIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel are joined by one of New Zealand's best-ever fast bowlers, Shane Bond. We discuss Shane's early years in the game, how he idolised Sir Richard Hadlee and how his confidence grew and his speed increased after joining the police. We hear about the influence of the Cricket Academy, how Steve Waugh sledged him during his Test debut, World Cups and what it was like to break the 150 kph barrier. As we work our way through his career, Shane candidl...
Shane Bond - NZ fast bowler, Coach at Mumbai Indians & Sydney Thunder
December 10, 2019 03:00 - 1 hourIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel are joined by one of New Zealand's best-ever fast bowlers, Shane Bond. We discuss Shane's early years in the game, how he idolised Sir Richard Hadlee and how his confidence grew and his speed increased after joining the police. We hear about the influence of the Cricket Academy, how Steve Waugh sledged him during his Test debut, World Cups and what it was like to break the 150 kph barrier. As we work our way through his career, Shane candidl...
Shane Bond, NZ Fast Bowler, Coach at Mumbai Indians & Sydney Thunder
December 10, 2019 02:00 - 1 hour - 135 MBIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel are joined by one of New Zealand's best-ever fast bowlers, Shane Bond. We discuss Shane's early years in the game, how he idolised Sir Richard Hadlee and how his confidence grew and his speed increased after joining the police. We hear about the influence of the Cricket Academy, how Steve Waugh sledged him during his Test debut, World Cups and what it was like to break the 150 kph barrier. As we work our way through his career, Shane candidl...
This Week in Cricket #15 - Neil Wagner . . . what a man
December 05, 2019 03:00 - 54 minutesIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss commentators, balls, South African Cricket and Rahkeem Cornwall during the segment This Week in Cricket. The team then wrap-up the Australia vs Pakistan & New Zealand vs England tests, before turning their attention to the upcoming Australia vs New Zealand series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#15 'Neil Wagner . . . What A Man'
December 05, 2019 02:00 - 52 minutes - 95.2 MBIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel discuss commentators, balls, South African Cricket and Rahkeem Cornwall during the segment This Week in Cricket. The team then wrap-up the Australia vs Pakistan & New Zealand vs England tests, before turning their attention to the upcoming Australia vs New Zealand series.
#14 'He Could Build 57 Orphanages And He Still Wouldn't Be A Good Bloke'
November 27, 2019 15:00 - 55 minutes - 102 MBIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel bring you This Week In Cricket, which looks at George Bailey, Emily Smith & the pink ball. We also explore the first test between Australia and Pakistan and preview the pink ball test in Adelaide starting this week. The team also heap praise on the Blackcaps after their dominant display in Mt Maunganui and look forward to the second test against England.
This Week in Cricket #14 - 57 Orphanages
November 27, 2019 03:00 - 57 minutesIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel bring you This Week In Cricket, which looks at George Bailey, Emily Smith & the pink ball. We also explore the first test between Australia and Pakistan and preview the pink ball test in Adelaide starting this week. The team also heap praise on the Blackcaps after their dominant display in Mt Maunganui and look forward to the second test against England. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
#14 '57 Orphanages’
November 27, 2019 02:00 - 55 minutes - 102 MBIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the panel bring you This Week In Cricket, which looks at George Bailey, Emily Smith & the pink ball. We also explore the first test between Australia and Pakistan and preview the pink ball test in Adelaide starting this week. The team also heap praise on the Blackcaps after their dominant display in Mt Maunganui and look forward to the second test against England.
#13 'The guys you hang out at the pub with, but cant bring home'
November 18, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 128 MBIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, James 'The Badger' Buttler is back to breakdown the New Zealand vs England test series and the panel look at the Australia vs Pakistan test series, Afghanistan vs West Indies and India vs Bangladesh in 'This Week in Cricket'
This Week in Cricket #13 - The guys you hang out at the pub with, but can't bring home
November 18, 2019 03:00 - 1 hourIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the focus is on the New Zealand vs England test series. James 'The Badger' Buttler shines a light on some new faces in the England squad, as well as the omission of Jonny Bairstow. Then we discuss New Zealand's 15-man squad for the upcoming five tests, with question marks around the make up of the seam attack and the role that spin will play. To close off the show, This Week in Cricket takes us to Afghanistan vs West Indies and India vs Bangladesh, be...
#13 'The Guys You Hang Out at the Pub With, But Can't Bring Home'
November 18, 2019 02:00 - 1 hour - 128 MBIn this episode of the Top Order Podcast, the focus is on the New Zealand vs England test series. James 'The Badger' Buttler shines a light on some new faces in the England squad, as well as the omission of Jonny Bairstow. Then we discuss New Zealand's 15-man squad for the upcoming five tests, with question marks around the make up of the seam attack and the role that spin will play. To close off the show, This Week in Cricket takes us to Afghanistan vs West Indies and India vs Bangladesh, be...
#Bonus Episode - 'Interview with an Umpire'
November 14, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBIn this episode of The Top Order Podcast the panel talk to Paul Watson, a Level 4 Umpire in Auckland, about why he became an umpire, his pathway to the top and all the processes umpires go through to make a decision. Then the panel rip into each other discussing the Mt Rushmore of New Zealand batting.
Bonus Episode - 'Interview with an Umpire'
November 14, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBIn this episode of The Top Order Podcast the panel talk to Paul Watson, a Level 4 Umpire in Auckland, about why he became an umpire, his pathway to the top and all the processes umpires go through to make a decision. Then the panel rip into each other discussing the Mt Rushmore of New Zealand batting.
Umpire Paul Watson and NZ Batting Mt Rushmore
November 14, 2019 15:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBIn this episode of The Top Order Podcast the panel talk to Paul Watson, a Level 4 Umpire in Auckland, about why he became an umpire, his pathway to the top and all the processes umpires go through to make a decision. Then the panel rip into each other discussing the Mt Rushmore of New Zealand batting.
Umpire Paul Watson and Mt Rushmore - NZ Batters
November 14, 2019 03:00 - 1 hourIn this episode of The Top Order Podcast the panel talk to Paul Watson, a Level 4 Umpire in Auckland, about why he became an umpire, his pathway to the top and all the processes umpires go through to make a decision. Then the panel rip into each other discussing the Mt Rushmore of New Zealand batting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Interview with Umpire Paul Watson and NZ Batting Mt Rushmore
November 14, 2019 02:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBIn this episode of The Top Order Podcast the panel talk to Paul Watson, a Level 4 Umpire in Auckland, about why he became an umpire, his pathway to the top and all the processes umpires go through to make a decision. Then the panel rip into each other discussing the Mt Rushmore of New Zealand batting.