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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to reflect on South Africa's 2-1 series win over Australia with a 176-run win in the third and final Test in Cape Town. They are joined by the South Africa spinner Simon Harmer fresh off the back of his match-winning and series-winning 10 wicket haul, and they discuss the rest of their Test summer, with series' against Bangladesh and England to come over the next 2 months. They also discuss what next for Australia after their first series defeat in 3 years, and if England fans should be encouraged ahead of next year's Ashes series in England. Plus, they are joined by the new England Lions Head Coach Jonathan Trott to discuss taking the role, his aims whilst in charge, and his memories of breaking into the same Test side as Steve.

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The former England all-rounder Chris Woakes speaks exclusively to talkSPORT's Sam Ellard following the release of his new autobiography, 'The Wizard', which is out now. They reflect on that iconic image during the 2025 Test at The Oval of him batting in a sling, why he doesn't want to be remembered for that, and his memories of playing under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum. He also explains why the early success was one of the worst things to happen to 'Bazball', and reflects on what it was like in the Lord's dressing during and after their 2019 World Cup victory over New Zealand.

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Cameron Ponsonby is joined by the South Africa Cricket Writer Dan Gallan and Cricket Analyst and Broadcaster Jarrod Kimber to look back at South Africa's 176-run victory over Australia in the third and final Test in Cape Town to seal a memorable 2-1 series win. They reflect on South Africa's character in coming from behind to win, and their rise to No.1 in the World Rankings, and what this series victory means to people in South Africa. They also discuss Simon Harmer's brilliant match figures of 10-120, including 6-16 in the second innings, and examine where Australia go from here, after not beating Bangladesh and South Africa in their last 2 Test series and how they rebuild going forwards. Plus, they hear from South Africa captain Temba Bavuma, Australia captain Pat Cummins and the Man of The Match Simon Harmer.

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Sam Ellard is joined by the South Africa Cricket Writer and Broadcaster Daniel Gallan and the Cricket Analyst Jarrod Kimber to look back at an enthralling Day 4 of the third and final Test between South Africa and Australia, with South Africa bowled out for 387, leaving Australia needing 288 runs to win the Test and the series. They reflect on a brilliant day of Test Cricket at Newlands, praise both Wiaan Mulder and Ryan Rickelton for their potentially match-saving centuries, and debate which side will be happier heading into the final day of this series. Plus, they ask why Nathan Lyon was so ineffective with the ball,

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Sam Ellard is joined by the former South Africa fast bowler Kyle Abbott as well as broadcaster Cameron Ponsonby to look back at Day 3 of the third Test between South Africa and Australia at Newlands, with South Africa closing on 140-4, a lead of 40 runs. They reflect on a memorable day for Josh Inglis, who scored his 2nd Test century and they ask if he can replace Marnus Labuschagne at No.3. They also reflect on South Africa's fightback with the ball, debate more poor decision making from some of the Proteas' batters, and they discuss how much South Africa will need to make it a competitive run chase for Australia.

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Sam Ellard is joined by the former South Africa international Dane Vilas to look back at Day 2 of the third and final Test between South Africa and Australia in Cape Town, with Australia closing on 330-4, leading by just 1 run. They discuss another failure for Marnus Labuschagne as his place in the Australia Test side hangs in the balance, try to explain why South Africa were so flat with the ball, and ask if Australia's batters showed South Africa exactly how to bat on that wicket. They also debate why Marco Jansen was underused as Australia take control of his third and final Test.

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Sam Ellard is joined by the former South Africa international Dane Vilas as well as South African Cricket Writer Dan Gallan to look back at Day 1 of the third and final Test between South Africa and Australia at Newlands, as South Africa are dismissed for 329 late on the first day. They discuss a day of Test Match Cricket that had everything, debate which side will be happier at the close, and discuss whether South Africa's senior batters threw away all the good work in the first session.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to discuss the week's biggest stories. They are joined on the show by the former Surrey Head Coach Gareth Batty, who has revealed why he has left his role with the county to take up the opportunity as an Assistant Coach with Chennai Super Kings and also reflects on his 4 seasons in charge at The Oval. They also reflect on England's recent ODI woes after three straight defeats in the tri-series in Pakistan, and debate Adil Rashid's future in England's white-ball sides after being left out in the last 2 games. They also preview the series-deciding third Test between South Africa and Australia in Cape Town, and discuss what next for Sir James Anderson after leaving Lancashire following a 25-year stint with the county.

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Jon Norman is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look back at England's one-wicket defeat to Pakistan to register their third successive defeat in this tri-series in Pakistan. They ask the question on everyone's lip - how did England lose an unlosable game? And they also question why two members of the white-ball coaching staff aren't with the team in Pakistan due to other commitments.

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Sam Ellard is joined by the former Netherlands international Ryan ten Doeschate and the South African Cricket Journalist Daniel Gallan to look back at the second Test between South Africa and Australia in Gqeberha, as South Africa level the series at 1-1 with an innings and 30-run victory. They discuss if this South African side gets the credit they deserve, standout performances from both Temba Bavuma and Marco Jansen, and a match-winning contribution by Wiann Mulder. They also discuss what selection headaches surrounding Australia, and ponder if they should make changes ahead of next week's third and final Test in Cape Town.

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Sam Ellard is joined by the former Netherlands international Ryan ten Doeschate and the former Surrey and Durham all-rounder Cameron Steel to look back at Day 4 of the Second Test between South Africa and Australia in Gqeberha, with Australia closing on 156-4 following on, still trailing by a further 170 runs. They praise Marco Jansen as his five-wicket haul helps dismiss Australia for just 99 in their first innings, reflect on how Temba Bavuma manages Kagiso Rabada on his first Test back from injury, and they look at where it all went wrong for Australia with the bat. They also look ahead to next week's third Test in Cape Town, look at some of the selection headaches involving Australia, and discuss yet another start for Marnus Labuschage with the bat.

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Sam Ellard is joined by the former South Africa international Dane Vilas and the former Surrey and Durham all-rounder Cameron Steel to look back at Day 3 of the second Test between South Africa and Australia in Gqeberha, with Australia closing on 3-1, trailing by 422 runs. They reflect on a perfect day for the Proteas captain Temba Bavuma, whose highest Test score helped South Africa recover from 110-6 to declare on 425-9, and also praise the lower order contributions from both Marco Jansen and Simon Harmer, who scored 85 and 82 respectively. As well as this, they reflect on why Australia were so passive with the ball, reflect on Kagiso Rabada's immediate impact upon his return to the Test arena and debate how South Africa can still win this Test Match to level the series.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to look ahead to the upcoming ODI tri-series against Pakistan and Sri Lanka, starting this morning in Rawalpindi. They debate if England's ODI side are heading in the right direction following a positive 2026 so far, praise Jofra Archer for maintaining his fitness and playing in every month of the year so far, and discuss if specialist openers are required in Test Cricket.

They are also joined on the show by the former South Africa captain Dean Elgar to look back at this career in the game after retiring at the age of 39 last month.

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Sam Ellard is joined by the former South Africa fast bowler Kyle Abbott and the former Surrey and Durham all-rounder Cameron Steel to look back at Day 2 of the second Test between South Africa and Australia in Gqeberha, with South Africa closing on 97-5. They discuss another relentless performance from Australia's seamer attack, why this current partnership holds the key for South Africa's chances in this Test Match, and they look ahead to Day 3.

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The England Men's National Selector Marcus North speaks exclusively with talkSPORT reporter Scott Taylor. They discuss the upcoming white-ball squads announced for the ODI and T20 series in Australia, discuss how they manage multi-format players whilst also ensuring both coaches are satisfied, and they discuss the thought process behind some of the Central Contract selections. He also discusses the possibility of England players playing in the Afghanistan Premier League, explains how England can return to No.1 in the Test rankings, and reflects on an eventful first summer in the role. Hear live ball-by-ball commentary of England's tour of South Africa on talkSPORT 2 and the talkSPORT Cricket YouTube Channel.

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Neil Manthorp is joined by the former England fast bowler Steve Harmison to react to the ECB's Central Contract announcement for the 2026/27 season, with 39 players being awarded deals. They also discuss the changes in England's coaching structure, with two completely different sets of coaches for the red-ball and white-ball team, and they joined by the newly appointed England Coach Eric Simons to explain why he has joined Stephen Fleming's backroom staff.

Why have the ECB given out 39 contracts? What are the sole reason players have central contracts? Why has Henry Crocombe been awarded with a two-year deal despite never playing for England? What does Steve make of the decision to appoint two separate coaching setups for the red ball and white ball formats?

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Sam Ellard is joined by the South African Cricket Writer Daniel Gallan and the former Surrey and Durham all-rounder Cameron Steel to look back at Australia's 214-run against South Africa in Durban, as they go 1-0 up in the three-match Test series. They discuss where it went wrong for the Proteas, as Temba Bavuma falls to his first defeat as South Africa Test captain, and look ahead to some of the selection headaches ahead of Sunday's second Test. They also reflect on a brilliant performance from Australia, as Josh Hazlewood's six wickets ensure they get off to the best possible start to the series.

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Sam Ellard is joined by the former India Assistant Coach Ryan ten Doeschate and the former Surrey and Durham all-rounder Cameron Steel to look back at Day 4 of the first Test between South Africa and Australia in Durban, with South Africa closing on 102-4, with Australia needing 6 more wickets for victory. They discuss Australia's relentlessness with the ball, whether South Africa's lack of Test Cricket over the last 12 months are coming to the fore, and they praise Australia batter Matt Renshaw following his match-winning contributions with both bat and ball.

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Sam Ellard is joined by the former South Africa international Dane Vilas and the former Surrey all-rounder Cameron Steel to look back at Day 3 of the first Test between South Africa and Australia in Durban, with Australia closed on 33-0, leading by 139 runs. They reflect on three moments of brilliance from Steve Smith as the tourists asserted their control on this Test Match, discuss Australia's performance with the ball, and discuss whether South Africa will be rueing a missed opportunity, given that seven batters scored between 25 and 50 in their first innings. Plus, they debate whether Australia have enough time in this Test Match to force a victory given the early finishes due to bad light.

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Andrew McKenna is joined by the former Surrey and Durham all-rounder Cameron Steel and South African Cricket Journalist Daniel Gallan to look back at Day 2 of the first Test between South Africa and Australia in Durban, with South Africa closing on 27-1 in reply to Australia's 390. They reflect on a career-best score from Australia batter Matt Renshaw, praise the resistance of the Australian tail, and question South Africa's tactics in the field. As well as this, they praise Anrich Nortje's performance on his first Test Match in over 3 years and look at reasons why South Africa can be hopeful they can register a competitive total.

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