Beyond23 with Michael Clarke

Michael Clarke delivers a frank assessment of Australia’s Cape Town defeat and series loss to South Africa. From Pat Cummins’ decision to bowl first to selection calls and the relationship between the batters and bowlers, Pup asks where Australia got it wrong—and what needs to change before the home summer.

Clarke also tackles Steve Smith’s fitness and place in the batting order, celebrates Josh Inglis’ brilliant hundred, and examines Australia’s recurring struggles against spin. Plus, credit for South Africa, the debate around Nathan Lyon and Scott Boland, and why criticism of the Australian team shouldn’t become personal.

Chapters
00:00 Coming Up
00:23 Beyond23 Opener
00:28 Welcome
00:37 Cape Town Test Debrief
01:26 Cummins’ Toss Call
01:55 Criticism Or Personal Attacks?
05:40 Selection And Tactics
07:05 Batters V Bowlers
07:44 Missed Opportunities Away From Home
09:57 Steve Smith’s Absence
12:15 Should Smith Bat At Number Three?
14:43 Josh Inglis Takes His Chance
15:50 South Africa Deserve The Credit
17:27 Australia’s Struggles Against Spin
19:59 What Must Change Before The Summer?
21:28 The Lyon And Boland Selection Debate
23:14 Why Specialist Positions Matter
23:59 How Far Should Criticism Go?
25:09 Test Cricket And The Fans
25:58 Australia’s Next Generation
27:21 Closing

One-all. A series on the line. Australia returns to Newlands for a massive third Test against South Africa, and Michael Clarke is fired up. In this Beyond 23 preview, Pup breaks down Australia’s selection calls, Marnus Labuschagne’s future, Nathan Lyon’s return and the case for Scott Boland. His message to Australia is clear: back yourselves, show intent and take the game on.

Plus, Clarke reflects on returning to Newlands after Sandpapergate, discusses England’s stunning loss to Pakistan and assesses India’s form in New Zealand. In Between Overs, he relives his unbeaten 161 with a broken collarbone, Ryan Harris’s heroic final spell in 2014 and the dressing-room nightmare of Australia’s collapse for 47.

Timestamps & Chapters
00:00 Australia v South Africa: the Newlands decider
00:47 A legacy-defining moment for Australia
04:24 Australia’s reported XI and selection changes
05:55 Should Scott Boland play at Newlands?
07:59 How Australia’s batters can take on South Africa
09:38 Backing Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith
10:38 Crowds and the future of Test cricket in South Africa
11:56 Could Australia’s summer XI look different?
14:56 Returning to Newlands after Sandpapergate
18:49 Pakistan’s remarkable win over England
20:49 India’s T20 wins in New Zealand
22:28 Between Overs: Newlands memories
24:02 Clarke’s 2014 triumph and Ryan Harris’s heroics
26:22 Batting with a broken collarbone
27:49 Inside Australia’s collapse for 47
28:53 Final thoughts on the series decider

South Africa level the series 1-1 with an innings win in Gqeberha, and Australia head to Cape Town with more questions than answers. Michael Clarke and Shreevats Goswami break down Bavuma’s career-best 179, the day-four collapse to 99 all out, and Australia’s first overseas follow-on since Trent Bridge 2005.Pup reveals he and Ricky Ponting are worried Australian cricket faces a steep decline if too many senior players leave at once.Also in this episode:The Nathan Lyon omission: do you always pick a spinner?Is Marco Jansen the best all-rounder in the world?Labuschagne, Maddinson, Green, Inglis: who plays the third Test?India’s record T20I chase of 226 in ChristchurchHarry Brook’s record 202 and Sri Lanka’s chase of 430Between Overs: the worst conditions the panel ever played inLive every week. Subscribe and drop your questions in the chat.Presented by TAB | Proudly supported by Radar Tyres.00:00 Welcome00:48 SA level the series: the Gqeberha review02:02 Is Jansen the next Kallis?03:05 Australia's first overseas follow-on since 200504:00 Pup: more questions than answers05:41 Pup and Ponting fear a steep decline06:30 Should Australia have picked Lyon?10:16 Day four: 99 all out10:37 Jansen, the world's best all-rounder?11:46 South Africa's swagger is back14:12 Day five: Head's 121 and Boland's resistance14:58 Best catching team in the world?16:03 Labuschagne's century drought16:41 Sri: picking players beyond the stats18:54 The selection puzzle: Maddinson, Green, Inglis22:18 Steve Smith's neck and the criticism23:15 Cape Town preview and the 47 all out memory24:42 Predictions for the third Test28:13 India v NZ: record chase in Christchurch29:59 Suryavanshi at three30:59 T20 batters have no fear of failure36:46 Brook 202, Sri Lanka chase 43040:48 Viewer questions43:42 Pup on specialist roles in Test cricket45:19 Why does Australia love two left-handed openers?50:13 Between Overs: worst conditions ever played in53:02 Wrap📺 Subscribe via YouTube @Beyond23CricketPod‬ 📱 Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/beyond23cricketpod/🎧 Listen on Spotify https://spoti.fi/3ZcMSeE

Australia have a 1-0 lead in South Africa after a 214-run win in Durban, and Michael Clarke asks the question: is this Australia's greatest bowling attack of all time? Pup is joined by Monty Panesar and Shreevats Goswami for Episode 5 of the new Beyond23 season.The panel breaks down Matt Renshaw's career-defining 190, Josh Hazlewood's career-best six-for, and Steve Smith's record-breaking catches at slip. Plus:- South Africa's two-spinner gamble and what they do next in Gqeberha- Empty stands in Durban: is Test cricket dying in South Africa?- Bad light and the pink ball debate- Australia's batting puzzle: Inglis, Maddinson, Green and who opens- India v West Indies T20I decider: Shai Hope, Keemo Paul and the Kuldeep question- England's white-ball squad for Australia under Harry Brook- Between Overs: the panel's worst run-outsLive every week. Subscribe and drop your questions in the chat.Presented by TAB | Proudly supported by Radar Tyres.00:00 Welcome00:44 Australia 1-0: the Durban review01:33 Australia's greatest attack ever?03:53 Renshaw's 19005:13 Where should Renshaw bat?05:51 South Africa's two-spinner gamble10:37 Hazlewood's career-best six-for11:14 Why this attack is relentless13:56 Empty stands in Durban15:18 Bad light and the pink ball17:53 Steve Smith's catching record19:28 South Africa's changes for Gqeberha23:50 Australia's selection puzzle26:06 Labuschagne at three26:36 How the second Test plays out29:47 India v West Indies: T20I decider31:02 Kuldeep and attacking T20 captaincy32:58 Hardik Pandya's fitness34:02 England's white-ball squad for Australia38:41 Between Overs: worst run-outs44:39 Second Test preview and wrap📺 Subscribe via YouTube @Beyond23CricketPod‬ 📱 Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/beyond23cricketpod/🎧 Listen on Spotify https://spoti.fi/3ZcMSeE

Michael Clarke doesn’t hold back on Nic Maddinson’s selection, the batting order, and whether selectors could lose their jobs if Australia lose in South Africa. Monty Panesar and Shreevats Goswami join Pup to break down day one in Durban, Marnus Labuschagne’s technique, empty stands at Kingsmead and more.

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Chapters
00:00 Welcome & day one recap
01:00 Pup on the Maddinson selection
03:15 Shreevats: 250 and it’s game on
05:56 Monty: Australia’s ageing Test team
08:41 Two spinners at Kingsmead
10:25 Is Marnus copying Steve Smith?
12:21 Viewer question: are the selectors under pressure?
14:58 Who picks the batting order?
16:25 Empty stands: is Test cricket getting left behind?
23:08 Test players picked from nowhere
28:00 500-run games: “This is not cricket”
33:41 Who wants to be a bowler? Follow the IPL money
38:30 Australia A in India: the next generation
41:40 Punjab Kings coaching shake-up
43:42 Monty’s league update and AB de Villiers
45:59 Between Overs: the batter who couldn’t be found
51:50 Winners and wrap

Australia head to Durban for the first Test against South Africa with injuries piling up and a squad selection nobody saw coming. Michael Clarke is joined by Monty Panesar and Shreevats Goswami for Episode 3 of the new Beyond23 season.

Pup doesn't hold back on Nic Maddinson's recall after 18 months without first-class cricket, Pat Cummins keeping the door open for Mitch Marsh, and why Australia's batting, not their attack, is the worry. The panel also covers:

• Cameron Green, Josh Inglis and Matt Renshaw injuries, and Sam Harper's case
• Kagiso Rabada's fitness and South Africa's spin-to-win plan on a Durban drop-in pitch
• Sandpapergate back in the headlines
• India chasing 406 against the West Indies: is any ODI score safe anymore?
• The best ODI opening partnership of all time
• Pup on the 438 game in Johannesburg
• Australia A v India A and who pushed their case
• KP as England mentor and split red-ball/white-ball coaches
• Under the Radar: Lhuan-dré Pretorius

Plus special guest Kunal Samant, viewer questions, Monty on the best coach he played under, and live updates from the India v Pakistan Asian Games final.

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Australia's spin crisis exposed in Durban. Can they fix it before Johannesburg?

Pup, Monty and Goswami on:
🏏 Why Australia keep failing against spin 🩹 Inglis out, and Cummins's workload 👑 Kohli and Rohit's last World Cup? "They'll be pumped, they'll be motivated." 💸 West Indies players facing a 25% pay cut⚡ The fastest bowler they ever faced 🇯🇵 India v Japan's five-over chaos

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Beyond23 is BACK, presented by TAB, and it's a whole new era. Michael Clarke returns for a fresh season, streaming live on YouTube every Saturday afternoon, with a truly global panel built for cricket lovers everywhere.

Each week, Pup is joined by England spin legend Monty Panesar in the UK and India's Shreevats Goswami — giving the show a genuine all-round-the-world feel across Australia, England, India and every game in between. It's live, it's interactive, and your comments and questions drive the conversation, so get involved.

In the season opener, the boys dig into Australia's monster 12 months ahead — starting with that shock loss to Bangladesh in Darwin — the question marks hanging over an ageing batting order, India's transition out of the Kohli–Rohit era, and whether world cricket has simply forgotten how to play spin. PLUS: England's Ashes preparation after the Stokes–McCullum reset, the chaos engulfing Pakistan cricket, Steve Smith's future — the Olympics, the Ashes, and where he bats — and Clarke's own story time from Mugabe-era Zimbabwe.

CHAPTERS0:00 New season, new vibe — meet the panel2:42 Promo-shoot injury horror stories7:15 Australia's 12 huge months + the Bangladesh disaster9:05 The batting question marks & an ageing squad11:38 India's transition out of the Kohli–Rohit era13:38 Why India stopped playing spin16:06 England's reset & a weak Pakistan series20:03 Are kids forgetting how to defend?21:45 Vaibhav Suryavanshi — the 15-year-old prodigy29:51 BBL in Chennai & the Australia–India ties32:18 Pakistan cricket in chaos39:22 Steve Smith: the Olympics, the Ashes & his future45:42 Travis Head's best batting spot47:38 Under the Radar: Nathan Ellis48:22 Cooper Connolly & the case for part-time spin52:13 England's spin problem before the Ashes56:17 Between Overs: Clarke's first ODI ton in Zimbabwe58:38 Monty's 2009 Cardiff Ashes champagne story1:00:47 Spartan cricket kit winner

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Clarkey reunites with Simon Jones to look back on the 2005 Ashes Series, remember THAT BALL and Jones squaring up to Matthew Hayden. The pair also discuss the state of game and life after Cricket

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We’re back with Part 2 of our huge conversation with Lalit Modi on Beyond23.

In the second half of our wide-ranging chat, we turn our attention to cricket’s place on the Olympic stage and what the Games could mean for the sport’s global future. With T20 set to play an increasingly important role in growing cricket around the world, we discuss the opportunities, and challenges, that come with cricket becoming an Olympic sport.

We also dive deeper into the decline of ODI cricket. Has the 50-over format lost its place in the modern game, or is there still a way to bring it back to life? Modi shares his thoughts on what needs to change and whether one-day cricket can find a new identity in an increasingly T20-dominated world.

And then, we have some fun.To wrap things up, Lalit Modi takes on our rapid-fire round, answering a series of quick questions on cricket, players, memories, opinions and everything in between.

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We’re back with another huge episode of Beyond23, and this week we sat down with Lalit Modi for a wide-ranging conversation about the future of cricket. From the rise of T20 and the impact the format has had on the global game, to the decline of one-day cricket, Modi shares his thoughts on where the sport is heading and whether traditional formats can survive.

We explore what it will take for Test and one-day cricket to remain relevant in an increasingly T20-driven world, the challenges facing the game’s existing formats, and whether cricket needs to rethink how it is structured for the next generation. Modi also reflects on his own journey, what comes next for him, and where he sees the biggest opportunities across the game.

With T20 continuing to reshape cricket, we ask the big question: can the traditional formats survive, and what does the future of cricket really look like?

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Michael is BACK with a special episode of Beyond23, presented by TAB, as he sits down with the best English off-spinner ever, Graeme Swann.Swanny shares how waiting 8 years to make his mark on English cricket laid the foundation to become an all-time great, PLUS, the boys re-live memories of playing against each other throughout their careers, before they go in on England's lack of preparation prior to the 2025-26 Ashes, with perspective from Swanny's successful 2010 tour.Beyond23 is brought to you by Radar Tyres. Radar Tyres deliver premium, high-quality tyres at affordable prices. They offer tyres for passenger cars, SUVs, 4x4s, EVs, hybrids, light trucks and vans - built for durability and safety, both on and off the road. Available at a dealer near you, or visit https://www.radartyres.com/apac for more information.

We’re back with another huge episode of Beyond23, and this week Michael Clarke sits down with Spartan Sports founder Kunal Sharma for an exclusive look inside one of cricket’s biggest equipment brands.

Kunal shares the story behind building Spartan from the ground up, revealing how the company has grown into a globally recognised name in cricket. From developing high-performance bats and working with some of the game's biggest stars to navigating the business side of sport, this conversation offers a rare insight into what it takes to build a world-class sporting brand.

In a special feature, Michael and Kunal go behind the scenes with an exclusive tour of the Spartan factory, showcasing how Spartan bats are designed, crafted and tested before making their way into the hands of elite cricketers around the world.If you've ever wondered what goes into creating professional cricket equipment or how a global cricket brand is built, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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Michael Clarke and Gerard Middleton are back for the Season finale of Beyond23, wrapping up a massive year of cricket and reflecting on some of the biggest moments from an unforgettable season.

The boys kick things off by discussing Michael's eventful trip to India, including the accident that had plenty of people talking, before turning their attention to the IPL Final and the crowning of the 2026 champions.They then look back on the IPL season as a whole, breaking down the major storylines, standout performances, Orange and Purple Cap winners, surprise packets, disappointments, and the players who defined the tournament.

The conversation shifts to Australia's ODI series against Pakistan, analysing the early results, key performances, and what the series could mean for players pushing their case ahead of a busy international schedule.

Michael and Gerard also preview what's next for Australian cricket, taking a look at the packed calendar ahead and the challenges awaiting the national side over the coming months.

To finish the season, the boys reflect on their favourite moments from Beyond23 over the past year, from the Ashes tour around Australia and unforgettable guests to the milestones that saw the show surpass 100,000 YouTube subscribers and 32.5 million views.It's the final episode of the season, and the perfect way to close out another huge year of Beyond23.

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We’re back with another huge episode of Beyond23, and this week we caught up with Shreevats Goswami during the IPL for a wide-ranging and honest conversation. From his early days coming through the Indian cricket system and breaking into the IPL, to the realities of life as a professional cricketer behind the scenes, Shreevats reflects on the journey that shaped his career.He opens up about the transition beyond playing at the top level and what life looks like after stepping away from the game, including the challenges of finding a new identity outside of cricket. We also dive into the changing nature of Indian cricket, the pressure of the IPL environment, and what it really takes to stay relevant in a system that is constantly evolving.

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Michael Clarke and Gerard Middleton are back on Beyond23 as the IPL finals race reaches absolute chaos.

The boys break down whether aggressive batting has officially become the new blueprint in T20 cricket, and if teams are now sacrificing consistency for all-out attack as scores continue to explode across the tournament.

They also dive into the huge questions surrounding MS Dhoni, whether the legendary skipper is finally nearing the end, what his future looks like, and why the conversation around Chennai’s direction is getting louder by the week.

Plus, Michael and Gerard unpack the latest IPL 2026 playoff race, the teams surging at the right time, the franchises collapsing under pressure, and who looks built for finals cricket as the tournament reaches crunch time.From standout performances to the biggest controversies and all the chaos coming out of India, the boys give their thoughts on another massive week in the IPL

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Michael Clarke is back on Beyond23, joining us straight from India as the IPL drama continues to explode heading towards finals time.

Pup breaks down Punjab’s shocking run of six straight losses and what’s gone wrong for a side that once looked like genuine contenders, before diving into the huge call surrounding Jofra Archer withdrawing from England’s Test squad in favour of staying in the IPL and what that says about the modern game.

Michael also unpacks the latest around the Kolkata Knight Riders, their season, the pressure surrounding the franchise, and where things now sit as the tournament reaches crunch time.

Plus, Pup gives his thoughts on the biggest stories, standout performances, and all the chaos coming out of another massive week in India.

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Michael Clarke and Gerard Middleton are back on Beyond23, breaking down a huge week of cricket as the IPL season hits a crucial turning point and the talking points keep stacking up.They start with The State of Play in the IPL, analysing how the ladder is shaping up as finals spots start to lock in and contenders begin to separate from the rest of the pack.

The conversation then shifts to Australia’s IPL scheduling headache and the growing tension between international commitments and franchise demands, before unpacking the wider issues around Australian contract structures and what it means for players moving through the system.

The boys also spotlight the continued brilliance of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, as his incredible run of form keeps turning heads and raising expectations across the tournament.To wrap things up, Pup delivers his trademark Rapid IPL Roundup, covering all the latest results, momentum shifts, and key moments from a massive week of action.

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Michael Clarke and Gerard Middleton break down a massive week on Beyond23 as the IPL race heats up and the game itself comes under the spotlight.They dive into the growing imbalance between bat and ball, asking whether modern cricket is tipping too far in favour of the hitters, before turning to the unbelievable rise of Vaibhav Suryavanshi and the form that has everyone talking.The boys also run through the latest IPL ladder shake-up as finals spots begin to take shape, plus another edition of “Under The Radar” presented by Radar Tyres.To wrap things up, they discuss MS Dhoni’s situation and what it means for Chennai, before shifting focus back home with the latest updates around the BBL.

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Michael Clarke and Gerard Middleton return for an IPL special on Beyond23, diving into the biggest stories from a blockbuster week in the world’s premier T20 competition — alongside major talking points across the global game.

The conversation kicks off with the red-hot form of Punjab Kings, who are quickly becoming one of the most exciting teams of the tournament. Michael and Gerard break down what’s clicking, the key players driving their success, and whether they can sustain their momentum deep into the competition.

From there, attention turns to the Australian contingent in the IPL, with several big names struggling to find consistency. The guys unpack what’s going wrong, the pressure that comes with the world’s biggest T20 league, and which Aussies are most in need of a turnaround.

The pressure theme continues as they take a closer look at some of the IPL’s biggest franchises, including the underperforming heavyweights who are beginning to feel the heat. With expectations sky-high, Michael and Gerard discuss what needs to change — and fast — to keep their campaigns alive.

Back on home soil, the discussion shifts to the future of the Big Bash League, as talks around privatisation begin to gather momentum. The boys explore what it could mean for the competition, the potential benefits and risks, and how it may reshape the Australian cricket landscape.

They also reflect on the prestigious Wisden Awards, highlighting the standout players recognised this year and what those honours say about the current state of the game.

To wrap things up, it’s time for fan-favourite segments, with “Pup’s Picks” presented by TAB delivering Michael’s best bets and insights, followed by “Under The Radar” presented by Radar Tyres — shining a light on the performances and stories you might have missed.

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