Raf & Syd are (virtually!!) at Lords for this evening’s final of the CRICKETish Cup – follow @WomensCricDay for all the cyberaction from 6pm! They discuss the value of the new domestic retainers and contracts in England, England’s evolving plans for trying to get some cricket this summer, a possible reduced WBBL, and the ICC’s Back to Cricket guidelines.
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VIDEO: The CRICKETher Vodcast – Social Isolation Edition – Episode 9
Raf & Syd discuss when and how England might return to training; hosts for the Regional Centres of Excellence; retainers & match fees for domestic players; the postponement of the World Cup qualifier; and when might big cricket stadiums be able to reopen?
Plus, this week we’re at yet another iconic cricketing venue – can you work out a) where we are, and b) which England player says this is her favourite ground?
VIDEO: The CRICKETher Vodcast – Social Isolation Edition – Episode 8
Raf & Syd discuss Tom Harrison’s appearance before the DCMS committee in Parliament, Clare Connor’s appearance before the media on Zoom, and the implications of a Trans-Tasman Travel Bubble.
Plus this week we’re in cyber-space to celebrate the launch of the CRICKETish Cup – a virtual women’s county cricket competition taking place later this month in cyber-space!
VIDEO: The CRICKETher Vodcast – Social Isolation Edition – Episode 7
Raf & Syd discuss the postponement of the Hundred to 2021; Cricket Australia’s centrally contracted player list for 2020-21; the possibility of the PCB raising a dispute with the ICC over the splitting of their Championship points with India; and might we see international cricket being played in July?
Plus… thanks once more to the magic of green-screen, we’re at a county match; but where and when? (It’s a tough one this week, so we’ll post a clue on Twitter later!)
VIDEO: The CRICKETher Vodcast – Social Isolation Edition – Episode 6
Raf & Syd discuss this week’s ECB board meeting; the possible rescheduling of the Women’s World Cup; and the retirement of Pakistan legend Sana Mir.
Plus… thanks again to the magic of green-screen, we’re out and about; but where and (for bonus points!) when are we?
VIDEO: The CRICKETher Vodcast – Social Isolation Edition – Episode 5
Raf & Syd discuss India’s World Cup qualification, Ireland’s uncertain future and England’s new rookie – Emma Lamb.
Plus, thanks to the magic of Green Screen, we’re in The Long Room at Lords… but what is it set up for?
VIDEO: The CRICKETher Vodcast – Social Isolation Edition – Episode 4
Raf & Syd discuss Ellyse Perry “doing the double” in this year’s Wisden, plans for the new Regional Centres of Excellence, how the Australian travel ban will affect women’s cricket, and can international cricket be played indoors in New Zealand?
Featuring a bonus plug of Raf’s book Ladies and Lords!
Plus… which county ground are we broadcasting from this week?
VIDEO: The CRICKETher Vodcast – Social Isolation Edition – Episode 3
Raf & Syd discuss the week’s news, including England Women taking a pay cut, separate TV rights for the women’s game & who will feature in this year’s Wisden Cricketers of the Year?
PS – Thanks to the magic of green screen, we’re back at The G on T20 World Cup Final day… but what on earth is going on in the background?
VIDEO: The CRICKETher Vodcast – Social Isolation Edition – Episode 2
Raf & Syd look forward to what may (or may not) happen in 2020.
PS – Thanks to the magic of “green screen”, we’re at Lord’s… but can you guess when we are?
VIDEO: The CRICKETher Vodcast – Social Isolation Edition – Episode 1
Raf & Syd look back at the T20 World Cup in Australia.
PS – Can you guess “where” (via the magic of green screen) we are? (Hint: if you don’t recognise it, your local friendly teenager may be able to help!) Post your answer in “Have Your Say” below!