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Close of Play is the cricket show that treats the game seriously, but never itself. Hosted by broadcaster Sanjay Murthy and former England wicketkeeper Geraint Jones, each episode mixes dodgy analysis, strong opinions, behind-the-scenes stories and the sort of cricket chat you'd hear after a long day at the ground. From England's latest selection headaches and Ashes talking points to county cricket, world cricket and the characters who make the game unforgettable, nothing is off limits. Expect debate, laughs, occasional disagreements and the odd tale that probably shouldn't be repeated.
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- 2 weeks ago1h 14m
Who’s In Your Dream Beach Cricket Team?
Who makes your perfect beach cricket team? Sanjay Murthy and Geraint Jones plan their dream day, featuring Shane Warne, Freddie Flintoff, Tiger Woods and Jennifer Aniston. There are clown gloves, celebrity DJs, beach barbecues, and an umpire Jonesy won’t let anywhere near the sand. Charlie Hartley’s Would You Rather asks: county legend or one-cap wonder? We also debate England’s World Cup prospects, Jonesy defends Nic Maddinson, and Who Am I tests your cricket knowledge. Pick your team and tell us who’s invited - and who’s banned. Chapters 00:00 Life’s A Beach03:41 Our Dream Teams09:35 The Rules12:14 The Soundtrack16:50 Food And Drink18:29 Unwanted Guests21:13 The Final Ball And The Umpires26:49 County Legend Or One-Cap Wonder?36:36 England’s World Cup Prospects50:34 Geraint’s Goat: Nic Maddinson57:37 Marnus Labuschagne1:02:21 Who Am I? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago1h 2m
England Central Contracts: The Snubs & Surprises.
No room for Rew — but which brother? Sanjay Murthy and Geraint Jones debate England’s central contracts, from James Rew and Craig Overton missing out to Henry Crocombe’s rise. Jonesy explains how franchise money shapes the negotiations and shares his thoughts on England’s next generation. Travis Head’s response to Australia’s former greats sparks a discussion about fair criticism, personal attacks and Geraint’s own experience under scrutiny. There’s also Usman Khawaja’s forthcoming book and what a revealing autobiography can do to a player’s legacy. Plus Who Am I?, an Ashes Would You Rather and What’s Got Geraint’s Goat: why are we still walking off for bad light? Chapters 00:00 Coming up00:38 No room for Rew?05:46 England Lions and future stars08:30 Mitch Stanley and the pace pipeline10:19 Henry Crocombe’s rise12:02 England’s contract decisions15:11 Contracts and franchise money16:39 Coaching changes and Ashes prospects21:02 Who Am I?24:44 Travis Head and cricket’s critics30:40 Geraint on unfair criticism32:05 Imposter syndrome and Ashes pressure33:50 Khawaja’s book and dressing-room trust38:39 Would You Rather: The Ashes dilemma45:07 What’s Got Geraint’s Goat?52:24 Pink balls for all Tests?55:11 Cricket dinners and a magic mishap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Oct 6, 20261h 6m
Geraint. Jones Loves Canterbury. But Does Canterbury Love Him?
Geraint Jones loves Canterbury. But they’ve taken his photo down. Not that he’s bitter… Jonesy picks his five favourite cricket grounds, sharing stories of Ashes catches, a Test hundred and moonwalking in spikes. Sanjay adds an unexpected ambulance trip in Bangalore. Plus: What’s Got Geraint’s Goat, Would You Rather and Who Am I? We round up the county season, discuss England’s summer and ask what more Craig Overton needs to do to earn another England opportunity. Which ground would top your list? Tell us in the comments. CHAPTERS00:00:00 Geraint’s Five Favourite Grounds00:15:55 Who Am I?00:21:23 What’s Got Geraint’s Goat?00:31:12 Would You Rather?00:36:37 County Cricket Season Round-Up00:53:05 England and International Round-Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Sep 16, 20261h 0m
England Take Big Step Towards Ashes Redemption
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- Sep 8, 202655 min
From Barbados to England: The Roland Butcher Story
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- Sep 1, 20261h 2m
Jonty Rhodes: Cricket Can Change Lives
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- Aug 25, 20261h 1m
Have Australia Left Their Rebuild Too Late?
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- Aug 18, 202657 min
ENGLAND V PAKISTAN: IS THIS PAKISTAN'S BEST CHANCE SINCE 1996?
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About Close of Play
Close of Play is the cricket show that treats the game seriously, but never itself. Hosted by broadcaster Sanjay Murthy and former England wicketkeeper Geraint Jones, each episode mixes dodgy analysis, strong opinions, behind-the-scenes stories and the sort of cricket chat you'd hear after a long day at the ground. From England's latest selection headaches and Ashes talking points to county cricket, world cricket and the characters who make the game unforgettable, nothing is off limits. Expect debate, laughs, occasional disagreements and the odd tale that probably shouldn't be repeated.
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