The Analyst Inside Cricket
Daily analysis, opinion and great stories from the Ashes in Australia. Presented by Simon Hughes, aka The Analyst and the BBC's Simon Mann. This is the place where you really find out what happened on the field, and off it, with the two Simons worldwide experiences and their famous guests.
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Bumrah too hot for England
India secure a brilliant win at the Oval. Where did they win it? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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An epic Test so far: all results possible
Simon Hughes and Simon Mann consider the possibilities for the fifth day at The Oval on one of the flattest pitches of all time See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
23 min
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Rohit leads India towards the promised land
A resilient batting performance by India spearheaded by Rohit Sharma turns the tables on England See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Another topsy-turvy Test that is keeping everyo...
England recover from 62-5, then squander a potential lead of 150 and cede some ground back to India See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
23 min
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England's unsung hero returns
Simon Hughes and Simon Mann assess another day of seam bowling dominance at the Oval and an excellent return for England's Chris Woakes See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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A total rout - England win by an innings
A superb bowling and catching performance by England on the fourth morning at Headingley puts the series at 1-1 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
26 min
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Tenacious India prick England's confidence
A very sturdy fightback by India on the third day of this Headingley Test has again made all results possible... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
24 min
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Joe Root's homage to Ted Dexter
Simon Hughes and Simon Mann lament the passing of England legend Ted Dexter but agree he would have approved of Joe Root's performance See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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The beauty of cricket's unpredictability
Simon Hughes and Simon Mann explore the bizarre turnaround in the fortunes of the two teams in the 3rd LV=Insurance Test See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
26 min
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The Hundred assessed
Simon Hughes and Huw Turbervill debate the pros and cons of the new tournament and discuss the new Cricketer magazine See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
37 min
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India triumph - against most odds...
A spectacular turnaround at Lord's gives India a brilliant and unexpected victory. Simon Hughes and Simon Mann were there See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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A Test tantalisingly poised
England marginal favourites to win the second Test but all results possible See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
21 min
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Joe Root - the best batsman England have ever p...
An appreciation of a compelling day's cricket and the unique genius of Root See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
25 min
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Is it Root v India again?
Simon Hughes and Simon Mann report on an intriguing second day from Lord's which still sees India on top, despite Joe Root's efforts See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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India's openers irresistible
A top-class opening stand by Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul puts India in an almost impregnable position at Lord's See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
22 min
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Did England dodge a bullet?
Simon Hughes and Simon Mann bemoan the loss of the 5th day at Trent Bridge - unlucky for the spectators but lucky for England? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
24 min
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Root can't stifle Indian spirit
Simon Hughes and Simon Mann applaud Joe Root's brilliant hundred but predict an India victory See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
19 min
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India in the lead but the rain may win
Simon Hughes and Simon Mann applaud enterprising lower-order batting from India and a first five-wicket haul for Ollie Robinson See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
20 min
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Another Anderson-led fightback
Simon Hughes and Simon Mann report on the truncated but still eventful second day from Trent Bridge See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
23 min
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India start with a bang and England with a whimper
Simon Hughes and Simon Mann review the first day of the LV= Insurance Test series and are joined by Kane Williamson See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
28 min
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A hard series to call. India marginal favourites?
Simon Hughes and Simon Mann preview the LV=Insurance Test series between England and India and Joe Root reflects on Ben Stokes' decision to take a break See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
37 min
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The severe mental demands of international cricket
Ben Stokes is the latest star player to request a break to address mental health issues. We explore the issues with current players, coaches and psychologists See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
32 min
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Seven days of The Hundred
A review of the first week of the new competition and an interview with Jofra Archer (who has yet to appear See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
37 min
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A pivotal moment for English cricket
With The Hundred about to be launched Simon Hughes and Simon Mann assess the pros and cons with special guests and key participants Katherine Brunt and Chris Jordan See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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The white ball talent in England!
Simon Hughes and Simon Mann reflect on the news of the week - England's superb demolition of Pakistan and talk to Jos Buttler about keeping to Jimmy Anderson, new entrant to the 1000 wicket club See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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