Pom and Oz

WC Review and Summer preview!

In this episode we start with Oz rejoicing in Australia's World Cup glory (much to Poms delight) as we review the 2023 world cup.
We then move on to previewing the upcoming summer of cricket!
We discuss the make up of the Aussie test team, the Warner/Johnson stoush, Pakistan and West Indies' chances and also the BBL!
Happy listening!

WC Episode 5- Finals are here! Recent highlights + a finals preview with special guest Gary

The finals are here!
In this episode, Oz is joined by special guest Gary to discuss the recent WC highlights and to preview the upcoming finals.
Pom was missing for this episode, and we look forward to having him back for the next one.
For now, enjoy the finals preview!
Thank you to Gary, who did an awesome job as our 2nd ever special guest.

WC Episode 4- What has happened to the poms? The aussies are back, crowds are rising and Pom and Oz have their inaugural special guest!

In this episode we welcome our very first special guest, Saahil! Saahil is a mate of Oz and has a passion for the NZ cricket team. He loves all things cricket and does a brilliant job in his first episode, giving us a wonderful insight into the NZ team.
We begin the episode by addressing the elephant in the room: what has happened to the poms!
We go on to talk about the aussies bouncing back well and their chances of winning overall. We also discuss some of the best matches so far, the crowds increasing and some of the tournament standouts to date.
Thank you to Saahil for being an awesome special guest.
Enjoy!
 

WC Episode 3- Are the Poms and Aussies in trouble? Standouts so far and concerns about ODI cricket with the disappointing crowd numbers

In this episode we discuss the dominant teams and key individual performers so far in the world cup and assess where the poms and Aussies are at, after a challenging start to the tournament for both countries.
We also talk about some challenges ahead for ODI cricket as a format, given the small crowds so far at the world cup.
And to finish, some good news, cricket will be at the 2028 olympics!
Happy listening!

WC episode 2- World Cup Preview

In this episode we preview the upcoming 2023 ICC Mens Cricket World Cup in India!
We discuss the format of the tournament and run through players to watch from each of the 10 team's playing squads.
We also give our predictions for the tournament and rank where we think each team will finish.
Not long til the tournament starts now!
Happy listening!
 

World Cup episode 1- World cup memories and a World Cup quiz. It’s great to be back!

Pom and Oz are back!
After a break post Ashes, we return to discuss some of our favourite world cup memories ahead of the upcoming 2023 mens ICC Cricket World Cup. We also run through a short world cup quiz and share some stories of our time visiting England during the 2019 World Cup.
We look forward to recording at stages throughout the upcoming world cup!
Stay tuned for our world cup preview episode to be dropped soon.
Happy listening!
 
 
 

Episode 9- Series review (an epic Ashes!) + the new ball blunder debate

In this episode we start by reviewing key moments from the 5th test, including debating that new ball blunder.
We spend most of our focus looking back on what has been an enthralling Ashes series by highlighting key moments, nominating our 'spot for Joe', naming our series best XI and awarding the inaugural POT trophy!

Episode 8- Aussies retain the urn, Poms dominant before the Manchester rain, stubbornness from the England camp and a preview of the final test

In this episode we discuss the strong opinions being thrown around in response to the Aussies retaining the urn. We weigh in on England’s approach to both their cricket and the media as well as review how the Aussies were outplayed before the Manchester rain hit. We also finish by previewing the final test.
Not long to go now, let’s hope this awesome series gets the strong finish it deserves!

Episode 7- The 4th test is nearly here! Batting order questions and selection options

In this episode we review key aspects of the 3rd test before previewing the long awaited 4th test at Manchester by weighing in on some key selections ahead of the 4th test.
 
 

Episode 6- Ashes drama: Debate on the stumping, Bouncer barrage, Lyon injury and reckless behaviour from the MCC members

In this episode Pom and Oz are strongly divided in their opinions on the day 5 stumping: You wont want to miss it!
We also discuss the tactics seen from both sides, the significance of the Lyon injury, team selections for the next test and the behaviour of the MCC members at Lords.
Enjoy!