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If you love cricket, then Cricket Unfiltered is the podcast for you. Get closer to the game than ever before with the longest-running weekly Australian cricket podcast — winner of the 2024 Radio Today Sports Podcast of the Year.

Hosted by Andrew Menczel (aka Menners) and a team of all stars, Cricket Unfiltered dives into the biggest issues in world cricket with bold opinions, deep insights, and a genuine passion for the game.

The show features conversations with top cricket journalists, current players, and legends of the sport — all unfiltered and in-depth — while tackling selection debates, tactics, governance, and the stories that shape the modern game.

Cricket Unfiltered has twice been a finalist in the Australian Podcast Awards, and episodes have been included in the National Film & Sound Archive, recognising its place in Australia’s media landscape.

Menners launched the podcast in 2013 and has interviewed 15 Australian captains along the way. He is also a respected cricket commentator across men’s and women’s matches, and an award-winning podcast producer and interviewer.

If cricket matters to you — this podcast is a must.

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  • Wednesday · 1 hr 6 min

    Cummins Out?

    Australia at a crossroads? Maxwell retires, selection questions mount and the pressure builds on Pat Cummins. Menners is joined by SEN Tassie's David 'Flash' Lithgow for a big cricket discussion following Australia's disappointing tour of South Africa. We start with Glenn Maxwell's international retirement and reflect on a remarkable white-ball career, while asking whether Australian cricket ever got the best out of him in Test cricket. There's plenty to debate around Australia's new ODI and T20 squads, including Jake Fraser-McGurk's recall, Cooper Connolly's future and the growing case for Jack Edwards. Then we turn our attention to the big questions facing the Test side. Was Pat Cummins wrong to bowl first in Cape Town? Is the captain showing signs of burnout? Who should bat at number three, where should Alex Carey bat, and is it time to reconsider Nathan Lyon's place in the team? We also discuss Australia's emerging Shield talent, Tasmania's impressive start to the season and why the upcoming New Zealand series could be a defining moment for Australian cricket. Timecodes (02:15) Glenn Maxwell retires: Reflecting on an extraordinary international career (10:30) Australia's England squads: Maxwell's farewell and the new selections (14:31) Jake Fraser-McGurk's recall and the Cooper Connolly debate (24:16) Has Australian white-ball cricket disappeared from public view? (29:17) Pat Cummins under pressure: Was bowling first in Cape Town a mistake? (33:32) Is Cummins suffering from captaincy burnout? And what about Nathan Lyon? (39:47) Australia's Test batting order: Who gets number three and where should Carey bat? (51:19) Sheffield Shield form, Tasmania's start and why the New Zealand series matters #CricketUnfiltered #AustralianCricket #PatCummins #cricket #SAvAUS #WBBL Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now: https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo Code: CU10 for 10% off your first order! From caps to tees, rep your love of cricket with some top-quality gear. Exactamundo is a video, animation, design and content production company. They produce digital signage, on-screen graphics, sideline animations and videos for sports teams like the Central Coast Mariners in the A-League, Manly Sea Eagles in the NRL and numerous American NBA, NFL and MLB teams. They also create high quality videos and animations for the corporate world, such as product promos and explainer videos. Check them out at exactamundo.com.au Get the inserted AD’s FREE VERSION of the show on our Patreon Page Subscribe to our YouTube page for live streams: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk7koDKpKxe0e3yC7NXQx6Q Linktree for listening on podcast apps and finding us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cricketunfiltered Show twitter: https://twitter.com/auscricketpod Menners on twitter: https://twitter.com/amenners TIKTOK: @cricketunfiltered Sponsorship enquiries for host read ads: andrew@piccolopodcasts.com.au Email the show your cricket takes: cricketunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com Piccolo Podcasts: https://piccolopodcasts.com.au/ Founder Andrew Menczel. The first episode aired August 2013. It is a multi award-winning podcast team, the show has featured 15 Australian captains and some of the greatest legends of cricket and an episode is archived in the Australian National Film and Sound Archive. Menners is an accredited cricket journalist and commentator and his interview with Alex Blackwell won a Cricket NSW Media Award. The show was the first ever regular weekly Australian cricket podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Saturday · 23 min

    South Africa vs Australia 3rd Test: Menners Minutes Day 5 'Disaster for Australia'

    Australia's tour of South Africa ends in humiliating fashion as the hosts complete a comprehensive 176-run victory, winning the series 2-1 and claiming the number one spot in Test cricket. Menners reflects on one of the lowest points of the Pat Cummins era, as Australia collapse for just 111 chasing 288. Kagiso Rabada strikes early before Simon Harmer tears through the batting order with a sensational six-wicket haul, finishing with 10 wickets for the match. The review examines Australia's disastrous batting, questionable selections, Cummins' captaincy and the growing concerns surrounding Nathan Lyon. Menners also looks at the individual performances across the series, identifying some positives in Matt Renshaw, Josh Inglis and Cameron Green, while questioning the future direction of the Australian team. With the New Zealand summer, India tour and Ashes ahead, Menners argues that significant changes are needed, including a new captain and chairman of selectors. Is this the beginning of the end of the Cummins era? (00:50) Australia humiliated: A disastrous end to the South African tour. (05:26) The Cummins era under scrutiny: Selection mistakes, the toss and questions over leadership. (09:42) Nathan Lyon's declining form and Australia's worrying start to the final innings. (13:53) The collapse: Australia seven down for 60 at lunch as Harmer runs riot. (15:00) Menners Minutes Moment and Muppet of the Day: Marnus Labuschagne and Pat Cummins. (16:00) Australia's series report card: Renshaw, Inglis, Green, Smith and Labuschagne. (18:06) The bowling numbers, Australia's future and the case for a major cleanout. #CricketUnfiltered #AUSvSA #TestCricket Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Saturday · 21 min

    South Africa vs Australia 3rd Test: Menners Minutes Day 4 'Advantage South Africa'

    Australia face a daunting final-day challenge in Cape Town after South Africa fought back brilliantly on Day 4 to set a target of 288 for victory. Starting at 4/140, the Proteas reached 387 all out, thanks to superb centuries from Wiaan Mulder (115) and Ryan Rickelton (101), who combined for a crucial 154-run partnership. Menners examines how Australia's bowling attack struggled to break through for much of the day, before some outstanding fielding, including run-outs from Marnus Labuschagne and Josh Inglis, helped Australia take six wickets in the final session. Mitchell Starc was the pick of the bowlers, while Nathan Lyon's effectiveness on the turning pitch comes under scrutiny. With Australia needing 288 to win the Test and the series, Menners looks at the pressure facing the batting lineup, including Travis Head, Cameron Green, Josh Inglis and a potentially playing-for-his-Test-career Marnus Labuschagne. There's also discussion around David Warner's criticism of Marnus, Steve Smith's future, Pat Cummins' captaincy and whether it's time for a major shake-up of Australia's selection panel. South Africa are favourites heading into the final day, but Australia have a chance to produce another famous Newlands run chase. Timecodes (00:57) South Africa's incredible fightback: Mulder and Rickelton centuries put Australia under pressure. (00:57) Australia need 288 to win the Test and the series. Can they repeat their famous 2002 Newlands chase? (05:18) Marnus Labuschagne's last chance? The pressure on Australia's batting lineup heading into Day 5. (05:18) Nathan Lyon's performance questioned and whether Matt Kuhnemann might have been a better option. (09:16) The crucial second session: Rickelton and Mulder take control as Australia's bowling attack searches for answers. (09:16) Josh Inglis and Marnus Labuschagne produce brilliant run-outs to turn the game. (13:11) Menners Minutes Moment and Muppet of the Day, plus discussion about David Warner and Marnus. (17:22) Steve Smith's future, Cummins' position and why Menners thinks George Bailey and the selectors need replacing. #AUSvSA #Cricket #CricketUnfiltered Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • October 29 · 21 min

    South Africa vs Australia 3rd Test: Menners Minutes Day 3 'Advantage Australia'

    Australia hold the advantage heading into Day 4 in Cape Town, but South Africa are still in the fight. Josh Inglis produced a superb century to help Australia reach 429 and establish a first-innings lead of 100, before the Proteas fought back to finish at 4/140. Nathan Lyon's late breakthrough gave Australia the edge, while Mitchell Starc continued to impress. Menners also questions Pat Cummins' decision to bowl first, looks at Australia's future batting order following Inglis' performance, and names Kayo the Menners Minutes Muppet of the Day after its streaming problems. (00:33) Day 3 state of play: Australia's 100-run lead and South Africa's fightback. (00:33) Nathan Lyon's crucial late wicket and Pat Cummins' wicketless spell. (00:33) Josh Inglis' magnificent century and his growing importance to Australia's batting order. (04:54) Alex Carey's dismissal and Australia's missed opportunity to build a bigger lead. (04:54) Why Menners believes Cummins got the decision to bowl first wrong. (09:05) Australia's future batting order: Inglis, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne and Cooper Connolly. (13:12) Mitchell Starc's outstanding spell, the unusual DRS review incident and the day's key moments. (13:12) Kayo earns the Menners Minutes Muppet of the Day after its frustrating streaming outage. #Cricket #AUSvSA #CricketUnfiltered Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • October 29 · 21 min

    South Africa vs Australia 3rd Test: Menners Minutes 'Inglis Shines'

    Australia have turned the third Test against South Africa on its head, finishing day two at 4/330 after a superb day with the bat. Cameron Green and Matt Renshaw built a crucial partnership before Josh Inglis and Alex Carey combined for an unbeaten 145-run stand to put Australia in control. Menners looks at the key moments, the controversial Green catch, Marnus Labuschagne’s ongoing struggles and what Australia need to do on day three to take charge of the series. (00:55) Australia’s stunning fightback with the bat (05:32) Why Inglis and Carey could put the Test beyond South Africa (09:14) Steve Smith’s late withdrawal and Australia’s batting order (11:26) Marnus Labuschagne’s five-ball duck (13:18) The controversial Cameron Green catch decision (15:30) Green and Renshaw’s crucial 126-run partnership (17:37) Inglis and Carey turn the match Australia’s way (18:30) What Australia must do on day three to win the series #CricketUnfiltered #AUSvSA #AustraliaCricket Timecodes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • October 27 · 20 min

    South Africa vs Australia 3rd Test: Menners Minutes Day 1 'Starc Blitz'

    Menners breaks down a dramatic opening day in Cape Town as South Africa were bowled out for 329 after recovering from a spectacular collapse. Mitchell Starc’s stunning six-wicket haul gave Australia a lifeline, but Pat Cummins’ decision to bowl first, Australia’s disastrous opening session and concerns about the captain’s workload raise serious questions ahead of a must-win Test. With Australia’s batting lineup under pressure, day two could make or break the series. (00:57) South Africa post 329 after a dramatic late collapse (02:47) Is Pat Cummins suffering from captaincy burnout? (04:44) Steve Smith’s late withdrawal and Australia’s four changes (05:33) Cummins’ controversial decision to bowl first (07:32) Australia’s disastrous opening session and missed chances (09:40) Nathan Lyon sparks the fightback as South Africa collapse (12:33) Mitchell Starc’s incredible four-wicket burst to finish the innings (14:03) Can Australia’s batting lineup save the series? #SAvAUS #Cricket #AUSvSA Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now: https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo Code: CU10 for 10% off your first order! From caps to tees, rep your love of cricket with some top-quality gear. Exactamundo is a video, animation, design and content production company. They produce digital signage, on-screen graphics, sideline animations and videos for sports teams like the Central Coast Mariners in the A-League, Manly Sea Eagles in the NRL and numerous American NBA, NFL and MLB teams. They also create high quality videos and animations for the corporate world, such as product promos and explainer videos. Check them out at exactamundo.com.au Get the inserted AD’s FREE VERSION of the show on our Patreon Page Subscribe to our YouTube page for live streams: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk7koDKpKxe0e3yC7NXQx6Q Linktree for listening on podcast apps and finding us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cricketunfiltered Show twitter: https://twitter.com/auscricketpod Menners on twitter: https://twitter.com/amenners TIKTOK: @cricketunfiltered Sponsorship enquiries for host read ads: andrew@piccolopodcasts.com.au Email the show your cricket takes: cricketunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com Piccolo Podcasts: https://piccolopodcasts.com.au/ Founder Andrew Menczel. The first episode aired August 2013. It is a multi award-winning podcast team, the show has featured 15 Australian captains and some of the greatest legends of cricket and an episode is archived in the Australian National Film and Sound Archive. Menners is an accredited cricket journalist and commentator and his interview with Alex Blackwell won a Cricket NSW Media Award. The show was the first ever regular weekly Australian cricket podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • October 27 · 21 min

    Menners Minutes - 3rd Test Preview South Africa vs Australia & More MacGill Lies

    Australia heads to Cape Town for a series decider, with plenty on the line and memories of 2018 still hanging over Newlands. Menners previews the third Test, breaks down the reported team changes and examines whether this Australian side can deliver when the pressure is on. Plus, a fiery response to Stuart MacGill and some claims that needed correcting. Timecodes (0:55) Welcome to Menners Minutes and the Cape Town decider (3:29) Cape Town memories: the highs of 2014 and lows of 2011 and 2018 (5:29) Australia's legacy on the line in a huge deciding Test (7:42) South Africa's form, team news and Australia's selection dilemmas (10:00) The Nic Maddinson selection saga and Australia's batting order (12:40) Cooper Connolly, Nathan Lyon and the reported bowling changes (14:50) Third Test prediction: why Menners is backing South Africa (16:29) Stuart MacGill claims addressed: Menners sets the record straight #CricketUnfiltered #SAvAUS #AUSvSA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • October 22 · 21 min

    South Africa vs Australia 2nd Test: Day 5 Review 'Australia Capitulate'

    South Africa have levelled the series in stunning fashion, crushing Australia by an innings and 31 runs in Kaberha. Travis Head’s century and Scott Boland’s gutsy 40 offered some resistance, but the damage was done after Australia’s disastrous batting collapse on day four. Menners breaks down where it went wrong, questions Australia’s batting order, examines Pat Cummins’ struggles and looks at the selection calls facing the Aussies ahead of a massive series decider in Cape Town. Changes are coming into focus — but who should make way? Timecodes - (00:55) South Africa level the series with a crushing win - (02:00) How Australia threw away a potential draw - (04:00) Travis Head’s century and Boland’s gutsy resistance - (07:45) Steve Smith’s dismissal and Australia’s fading hopes - (10:20) Moulder’s breakthroughs seal Australia’s fate - (12:05) Where the Test went wrong for Australia - (14:45) Andrew McDonald faces questions over the batting lineup - (16:00) Selection dilemmas ahead of the Cape Town decider #CricketUnfiltered #SAvAUS #AUSvSA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • October 21 · 20 min

    South Africa vs Australia 2nd Test: Day 4 Review 'Absolute Disaster'

    Australia’s second Test campaign against South Africa has descended into chaos, with a catastrophic batting collapse leaving them on the brink of defeat in Gqeberha. After being bowled out for just 99 in their first innings, Australia were forced to follow on and finished day four at 4/156, still 170 runs behind. Menners examines the batting failures, questions the selectors’ decisions and looks at the futures of Marnus Labuschagne, Nic Maddinson and Beau Webster. Travis Head remains Australia’s biggest hope of saving the Test, while Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada and Simon Harmer have starred for South Africa. Can Australia somehow survive day five, or are the teams heading to Cape Town level at 1–1? (0:55) Australia’s disastrous day: bowled out for 99 and forced to follow on. (3:12) A historic batting collapse and the significance of Steve Smith’s 11,000 Test runs. (5:00) Marco Jansen’s devastating bowling and Anrich Nortje’s injury. (6:21) Why Australia’s batting order and selection decisions are failing. (7:26) Marnus Labuschagne’s struggles and the growing pressure on his Test career. (10:14) Potential changes to Australia’s lineup ahead of the Cape Town Test. (11:10) South Africa’s decision to enforce the follow-on and Rabada’s aggressive approach. (16:08) South Africa’s outstanding performances and what Australia must do to survive day five. #CricketUnfiltered #AUSvSA #TestCricket Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now: https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo Code: CU10 for 10% off your first order! From caps to tees, rep your love of cricket with some top-quality gear. Exactamundo is a video, animation, design and content production company. They produce digital signage, on-screen graphics, sideline animations and videos for sports teams like the Central Coast Mariners in the A-League, Manly Sea Eagles in the NRL and numerous American NBA, NFL and MLB teams. They also create high quality videos and animations for the corporate world, such as product promos and explainer videos. Check them out at exactamundo.com.au Get the inserted AD’s FREE VERSION of the show on our Patreon Page Subscribe to our YouTube page for live streams: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk7koDKpKxe0e3yC7NXQx6Q Linktree for listening on podcast apps and finding us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cricketunfiltered Show twitter: https://twitter.com/auscricketpod Menners on twitter: https://twitter.com/amenners TIKTOK: @cricketunfiltered Sponsorship enquiries for host read ads: andrew@piccolopodcasts.com.au Email the show your cricket takes: cricketunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com Piccolo Podcasts: https://piccolopodcasts.com.au/ Founder Andrew Menczel. The first episode aired August 2013. It is a multi award-winning podcast team, the show has featured 15 Australian captains and some of the greatest legends of cricket and an episode is archived in the Australian National Film and Sound Archive. Menners is an accredited cricket journalist and commentator and his interview with Alex Blackwell won a Cricket NSW Media Award. The show was the first ever regular weekly Australian cricket podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • October 20 · 19 min

    South Africa vs Australia 2nd Test: Day 3 Review 'Bavuma Bashes Aussies'

    South Africa produced a remarkable turnaround on Day 3 in Gqeberha, recovering from 5/97 to declare at 9/425 and put Australia under enormous pressure in the second Test. Captain Temba Bavuma led the charge with a superb 179, while Marco Jansen's counterattacking 85 and Simon Harmer's 82 helped turn the match on its head. Scott Boland claimed another five-wicket haul, but Australia's bowlers struggled as the pitch flattened out. A late dismissal of Nic Maddinson left Australia at 1/3 at stumps. Menners reviews South Africa's extraordinary fightback, Australia's missed opportunities in the field, and why the draw is now the most likely result. With a crucial day four ahead, Australia's batters have a chance to rebuild confidence, eat into the deficit and give their bowlers a much-needed rest ahead of the third Test. (00:55) Day 3 wrap: South Africa's incredible turnaround (02:15) Bavuma's magnificent 179 and the partnerships that changed the game (04:14) Scott Boland's five-wicket haul and Australia's bowling struggles (06:10) Can Australia still win? Assessing the likely result (07:55) Why Marco Jansen's counterattacking innings could define the series (09:22) Australia's missed opportunities and frustration in the field (11:06) Mitchell Starc reaches 450 Test wickets (15:08) What Australia must do on Day 4 #SAvAUS #CricketUnfiltered #AUSvSA Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now: https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo Code: CU10 for 10% off your first order! From caps to tees, rep your love of cricket with some top-quality gear. Exactamundo is a video, animation, design and content production company. They produce digital signage, on-screen graphics, sideline animations and videos for sports teams like the Central Coast Mariners in the A-League, Manly Sea Eagles in the NRL and numerous American NBA, NFL and MLB teams. They also create high quality videos and animations for the corporate world, such as product promos and explainer videos. Check them out at exactamundo.com.au Get the inserted AD’s FREE VERSION of the show on our Patreon Page Subscribe to our YouTube page for live streams: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk7koDKpKxe0e3yC7NXQx6Q Linktree for listening on podcast apps and finding us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cricketunfiltered Show twitter: https://twitter.com/auscricketpod Menners on twitter: https://twitter.com/amenners TIKTOK: @cricketunfiltered Sponsorship enquiries for host read ads: andrew@piccolopodcasts.com.au Email the show your cricket takes: cricketunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com Piccolo Podcasts: https://piccolopodcasts.com.au/ Founder Andrew Menczel. The first episode aired August 2013. It is a multi award-winning podcast team, the show has featured 15 Australian captains and some of the greatest legends of cricket and an episode is archived in the Australian National Film and Sound Archive. Menners is an accredited cricket journalist and commentator and his interview with Alex Blackwell won a Cricket NSW Media Award. The show was the first ever regular weekly Australian cricket podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • October 19 · 17 min

    South Africa vs Australia 2nd Test: Day 2 Wrap 'Boland Blitz Continues'

    Menners wraps up a frustrating second day in Gqeberha, where torrential rain again restricted play and Australia made inroads into South Africa's batting lineup. Scott Boland led the charge with four wickets, while Matt Renshaw produced a stunning catch to dismiss Ryan Rickelton. Josh Hazlewood's absence with a stomach bug adds another complication for Australia, who are racing against time to secure a result. With Temba Bavuma holding firm and five wickets still to fall, can Australia bowl South Africa out quickly enough to take control of the Test? (00:04) Day 2 wrap: rain, frustration and the state of the Test (01:30) Josh Hazlewood's illness and the impact on Australia's attack (04:50) Scott Boland's brilliant spell puts South Africa under pressure (06:00) Matthew Breetzke's dismissal and South Africa's batting struggles (07:10) Marnus Labuschagne's dropped catch and Matt Renshaw's spectacular grab (08:50) Boland's four-wicket haul and his remarkable professionalism (11:00) Australia's path to victory and the challenge of limited time (12:46) The pitch, South Africa's remaining batting and the outlook for Day 3 #SAvAUS #CricketUnfiltered #AUSvsSA #ScottBoland #WorldTestChampionship #TestCricket Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • October 18 · 14 min

    South Africa vs Australia 2nd Test: Day 1 Review | 'Rain Saves South Africa from Boland'

    Rain interrupted the second Test between Australia and South Africa at St George’s Park, with just 12.2 overs possible on Day 1. But there was still plenty to discuss, as Scott Boland ripped through the South African top order, taking two wickets in consecutive deliveries to leave the hosts at 2/20. Menners looks at Boland’s remarkable impact, Australia’s big decision to leave Nathan Lyon out of the XI, and what it could mean for Lyon’s future in the Test side. With Kagiso Rabada back in South Africa’s attack and more rain forecast, there’s plenty to watch as the Test continues. (0:57) Rain cuts short the opening day at St George’s Park (2:00) Australia’s big selection call: Scott Boland in, Nathan Lyon out (5:19) What Lyon’s omission means for his future in the Test team (6:30) South Africa’s team changes and Kagiso Rabada’s return (9:20) Boland strikes twice in consecutive deliveries (10:10) Australia’s bowling figures and South Africa’s precarious position (10:45) Day 2 weather forecast and Australia’s opportunity #AUSvsSA #ScottBoland #Cricket #SAvAUS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • October 14 · 1 hr 2 min

    Australia Humbles South Africa

    Australia have made a statement in South Africa, winning the first Test by 214 runs. Menners and Damian Watson break down Matt Renshaw's remarkable return to form, Josh Hazlewood's bowling masterclass and Steve Smith's extraordinary slip catching. They debate Australia's selection options for the second Test, question the state of Test cricket in South Africa and examine the risks of private ownership in Australian cricket. Plus, a look at the latest Sheffield Shield performances, Australia's dominant women's team and a memorable commentary box gaffe involving Mark Howard. (00:57) Australia Humbles South Africa by 214 Runs (05:13) Matt Renshaw's Remarkable Comeback and Pat Cummins' Contribution (07:45) Josh Hazlewood vs Brett Lee: Who Would You Pick? (10:14) Steve Smith's Incredible Slip Catching and Nic Maddinson's Response (14:34) Australia's Selection Dilemmas Ahead of the Second Test (18:11) South Africa's Disappointing Performance and the State of Test Cricket (24:51) The Commentary Box Gaffe That Went Viral (36:02) Private Ownership, Sheffield Shield Standouts and Australian Cricket News Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • October 13 · 16 min

    South Africa vs Australia 1st Test: Day 5 Wrap 'Hazlewood Destroys SA'

    Australia has made a huge statement in Durban, winning the first Test against South Africa by 214 runs to take a 1–0 series lead. Matt Renshaw was the standout with a remarkable 190 in the first innings and 82 in the second, while Josh Hazlewood tore through the South African batting lineup on day five with career-best Test figures of 6/49. Menners reviews the key moments, assesses Australia's turnaround after a shaky start, looks at South Africa's struggles and considers what the victory means for the rest of the series. (00:04) Australia seal a massive 214-run victory in Durban (01:30) Matt Renshaw's outstanding match and Player of the Match award (02:45) Josh Hazlewood's career-best Test figures (04:59) South Africa's batting struggles and Steve Smith's return (06:00) The crucial double strike that turned day five (09:06) Could this be the match that revives Renshaw's Test career? (10:30) Australia's all-round performance and the disappointing Durban atmosphere (12:00) Looking ahead to the second Test and Australia's likely team selection #CricketUnfiltered #AUSvsSA #SAvAUS Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now: https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo Code: CU10 for 10% off your first order! From caps to tees, rep your love of cricket with some top-quality gear. Exactamundo is a video, animation, design and content production company. They produce digital signage, on-screen graphics, sideline animations and videos for sports teams like the Central Coast Mariners in the A-League, Manly Sea Eagles in the NRL and numerous American NBA, NFL and MLB teams. They also create high quality videos and animations for the corporate world, such as product promos and explainer videos. Check them out at exactamundo.com.au Get the inserted AD’s FREE VERSION of the show on our Patreon Page Subscribe to our YouTube page for live streams: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk7koDKpKxe0e3yC7NXQx6Q Linktree for listening on podcast apps and finding us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cricketunfiltered Show twitter: https://twitter.com/auscricketpod Menners on twitter: https://twitter.com/amenners TIKTOK: @cricketunfiltered Sponsorship enquiries for host read ads: andrew@piccolopodcasts.com.au Email the show your cricket takes: cricketunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com Piccolo Podcasts: https://piccolopodcasts.com.au/ Founder Andrew Menczel. The first episode aired August 2013. It is a multi award-winning podcast team, the show has featured 15 Australian captains and some of the greatest legends of cricket and an episode is archived in the Australian National Film and Sound Archive. Menners is an accredited cricket journalist and commentator and his interview with Alex Blackwell won a Cricket NSW Media Award. The show was the first ever regular weekly Australian cricket podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • October 12 · 18 min

    South Africa vs Australia 1st Test: Day 4 Wrap 'Smith in Doubt'

    Menners reviews Australia's dominant fourth day in Durban, with Matt Renshaw delivering another outstanding performance with the bat and claiming his first Test wicket. Australia declared at 6/314 to set South Africa a target of 421, before Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins led a late collapse that left the hosts 4/102 at stumps. The discussion covers Australia's aggressive batting approach, Nick Maddinson's quick-fire 48, Pat Cummins' explosive cameo and the concern surrounding Steve Smith after he failed a concussion test. With Australia needing six more wickets to secure a 1–0 series lead, Menners looks at what South Africa must do to make the final day competitive. (00:24) Australia's dominant day and the Matt Renshaw story (02:30) Australia's declaration strategy and South Africa's late-session troubles (05:12) Steve Smith's concussion concerns and the potential impact on the second Test (06:55) Nick Maddinson's attacking innings and Australia's fast start (09:16) Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne miss out after promising starts (10:20) Renshaw's brilliant 82 and Cummins' late hitting (13:40) Hazlewood, Renshaw and Cummins strike as South Africa lose four wickets (14:40) Can Australia finish the job on day five and take a 1–0 series lead? #AUSvSA #Cricket #TestCricket #SAvAUS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • October 11 · 19 min

    South Africa vs Australia 1st Test: Day 3 Wrap 'Smith's Spidey Senses'

    Australia took complete control of the first Test in Durban on Day 3, bowling South Africa out for 284 to secure a 106-run first-innings lead. Steve Smith was sensational at slip, taking four catches to become the world record holder for Test catches, while Pat Cummins led the attack with three wickets. Australia finished the day at 0/33, extending their lead to 139 runs. Menners reviews South Africa's missed opportunities, Australia's dominant bowling performance and the strategy for Day 4, with Nick Maddinson finding some much-needed form late in the day. Timecodes (0:04) Day 3 recap: Australia take control in Durban (2:30) Australia's bowling plans on a flatter pitch (5:02) Steve Smith's incredible catches and Test catching record (6:30) Pat Cummins' devastating bouncers (9:28) South Africa's missed opportunities and lower-order resistance (11:00) Australia's plans for Day 4 and the target lead (13:53) Nick Maddinson's strong finish and the outlook for the series #CricketUnfiltered #SAvAUS #AustralianCricket Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now: https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo Code: CU10 for 10% off your first order! From caps to tees, rep your love of cricket with some top-quality gear. Exactamundo is a video, animation, design and content production company. They produce digital signage, on-screen graphics, sideline animations and videos for sports teams like the Central Coast Mariners in the A-League, Manly Sea Eagles in the NRL and numerous American NBA, NFL and MLB teams. They also create high quality videos and animations for the corporate world, such as product promos and explainer videos. Check them out at exactamundo.com.au Get the inserted AD’s FREE VERSION of the show on our Patreon Page Subscribe to our YouTube page for live streams: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk7koDKpKxe0e3yC7NXQx6Q Linktree for listening on podcast apps and finding us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cricketunfiltered Show twitter: https://twitter.com/auscricketpod Menners on twitter: https://twitter.com/amenners TIKTOK: @cricketunfiltered Sponsorship enquiries for host read ads: andrew@piccolopodcasts.com.au Email the show your cricket takes: cricketunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com Piccolo Podcasts: https://piccolopodcasts.com.au/ Founder Andrew Menczel. The first episode aired August 2013. It is a multi award-winning podcast team, the show has featured 15 Australian captains and some of the greatest legends of cricket and an episode is archived in the Australian National Film and Sound Archive. Menners is an accredited cricket journalist and commentator and his interview with Alex Blackwell won a Cricket NSW Media Award. The show was the first ever regular weekly Australian cricket podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • October 10 · 19 min

    South Africa vs Australia 1st Test: Day 2 Wrap 'Renshaw's Rampage'

    Australia produced a remarkable fightback on day two in Durban, recovering from 6/124 to post 390 all out. Matt Renshaw was the hero, scoring a magnificent 190 in his first Test century in almost a decade, while Nathan Lyon provided crucial support in a record-breaking ninth-wicket partnership. Australia then struck early, dismissing Ryan Rickelton to leave South Africa 1/27 at stumps. Menners reviews Renshaw’s incredible innings, Australia’s lower-order resilience, the bowling performances and what the batting order dilemma means for the second Test. (00:55) Australia’s incredible recovery from 6/124 to 390 (02:30) Matt Renshaw’s stunning return to Test cricket (05:42) What Renshaw’s century means for Australia’s batting order (07:30) Nathan Lyon and Renshaw’s record-breaking partnership (10:16) Renshaw’s journey back to the Australian Test side (12:00) South Africa’s bowling struggles and Australia’s late breakthrough (13:30) Australia’s chances of winning and the outlook for day three (14:42) Josh Inglis’s potential return and Australia’s selection dilemma #AUSvSA #Cricket #TestCricket #SAvAUS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • October 9 · 18 min

    South Africa vs Australia 1st Test: Day 1 Wrap 'Maddening Selections'

    Australia endured a disastrous day with the bat in Durban, finishing at 6/187 after winning the toss and electing to bat. Menners questions the selectors’ decision to promote Nic Maddinson to open, as Australia’s top order collapsed to 6/124 before Matthew Renshaw (46*) and Pat Cummins (33*) fought back with an unbeaten 63-run partnership. Steve Smith made history by passing Steve Waugh on Australia’s all-time Test run-scoring list, while South Africa’s bowlers kept the pressure on before bad light brought an early end to play. (1:00) Australia’s disastrous start and the selection controversy (2:06) Why Nic Maddinson opening the batting makes little sense (4:13) Historic stats: Australia’s oldest-ever Test XI and Maddinson’s return (5:00) Maddinson’s painful duck and Travis Head’s early dismissal (6:46) Steve Smith’s milestone and Marnus Labuschagne’s frustrating exit (8:22) South Africa’s bowling dominance and Australia’s middle-order collapse (10:24) Renshaw and Cummins rescue Australia from 6/124 (12:43) Day one assessment: South Africa on top, but Australia still fighting #SAvsAUS #AUSvsSA #CricketUnfiltered Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now: https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo Code: CU10 for 10% off your first order! From caps to tees, rep your love of cricket with some top-quality gear. Exactamundo is a video, animation, design and content production company. They produce digital signage, on-screen graphics, sideline animations and videos for sports teams like the Central Coast Mariners in the A-League, Manly Sea Eagles in the NRL and numerous American NBA, NFL and MLB teams. They also create high quality videos and animations for the corporate world, such as product promos and explainer videos. Check them out at exactamundo.com.au Get the inserted AD’s FREE VERSION of the show on our Patreon Page Subscribe to our YouTube page for live streams: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk7koDKpKxe0e3yC7NXQx6Q Linktree for listening on podcast apps and finding us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cricketunfiltered Show twitter: https://twitter.com/auscricketpod Menners on twitter: https://twitter.com/amenners TIKTOK: @cricketunfiltered Sponsorship enquiries for host read ads: andrew@piccolopodcasts.com.au Email the show your cricket takes: cricketunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com Piccolo Podcasts: https://piccolopodcasts.com.au/ Founder Andrew Menczel. The first episode aired August 2013. It is a multi award-winning podcast team, the show has featured 15 Australian captains and some of the greatest legends of cricket and an episode is archived in the Australian National Film and Sound Archive. Menners is an accredited cricket journalist and commentator and his interview with Alex Blackwell won a Cricket NSW Media Award. The show was the first ever regular weekly Australian cricket podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • October 7 · 52 min

    Australia vs South Africa Test Series Preview

    Australia’s Test series against South Africa is finally here, and Cricket Unfiltered previews the opening Test in Durban. Menners and Damien Watson discuss Nick Maddinson’s surprise recall, Cameron Green’s injury, the battle between Cooper Connolly and Maddinson for a batting spot, and whether Nathan Lyon still has something to prove. The pair also dive into the continuing fallout from Sandpapergate, including new comments from John Holland and David Warner, before discussing Australia’s women’s team spending much of the summer away from home. Ash Gardner addresses her recent controversy, while the guys break down the ICC’s latest playing-condition changes — including penalties for batter time-wasting, pink balls in day Tests and new rules around stumpings and run-outs. Plus, Australia’s series prediction, Nathan McSweeney’s big Australia A century, and the return of Johnny Bairstow to the Big Bash. (1:49) 🇦🇺 South Africa Test preview & the surprise Nick Maddinson selection (6:15) Cameron Green’s injury and Australia’s batting options (12:39) Cooper Connolly vs Nick Maddinson — who should play? (16:16) South Africa’s pace attack and Australia’s chances (22:57) Sandpapergate: John Holland, David Warner and the search for the truth (31:31) Why are Australia’s women missing from home for so much of summer? (35:56) Ash Gardner breaks her silence on the controversy (39:23) New ICC rules: time-wasting penalties, pink balls and stumpings #Cricket #AustraliaCricket #CricketUnfiltered Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • September 30 · 57 min

    What Are We Worried About? Looking Back at Sandpapergate

    Australia's Test series against South Africa is just around the corner, so Menners and Damian Watson get stuck into the rivalry, the state of Australia's white-ball cricket and, inevitably, the ghosts of Sandpapergate. Australia has already lost the ODI series, raising questions about the middle order, Pat Cummins' captaincy and who can fill the Glenn Maxwell-shaped gaps in the side. Jack Edwards' breakout performance and Sam Harper's push for Test selection also get plenty of attention. There's also plenty happening off the field, with Cricket Australia chairman Mike Baird stepping down amid the ongoing Big Bash privatisation saga, while the boys discuss the future of the BBL and whether fans are at risk of losing the identity of their teams. And then it's back to 2018. Menners reflects on covering Sandpapergate at the time, the toxic atmosphere surrounding that South Africa series, Steve Smith's emotional press conference and how the scandal changed Australian cricket forever. Key moments: (04:55) Why Australia-South Africa is still such a fierce rivalry (08:48) Jack Edwards' breakout performance and Australia's ODI middle-order problem (13:20) Australia's World Cup concerns and the Pat Cummins captaincy question (15:12) Could Mitch Marsh really return to Test cricket? (20:00) Mike Baird steps down as Cricket Australia chairman (26:38) Is Big Bash privatisation threatening the identity of the teams? (33:00) Why Sandpapergate became such a boiling-point moment (43:42) Menners remembers covering Sandpapergate and Steve Smith's emotional return We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now: https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo Code: CU10 for 10% off your first order! From caps to tees, rep your love of cricket with some top-quality gear. Exactamundo is a video, animation, design and content production company. They produce digital signage, on-screen graphics, sideline animations and videos for sports teams like the Central Coast Mariners in the A-League, Manly Sea Eagles in the NRL and numerous American NBA, NFL and MLB teams. They also create high quality videos and animations for the corporate world, such as product promos and explainer videos. Check them out at exactamundo.com.au Get the inserted AD’s FREE VERSION of the show on our Patreon Page Subscribe to our YouTube page for live streams: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk7koDKpKxe0e3yC7NXQx6Q Linktree for listening on podcast apps and finding us on social media: https://linktr.ee/cricketunfiltered Show twitter: https://twitter.com/auscricketpod Menners on twitter: https://twitter.com/amenners TIKTOK: @cricketunfiltered Sponsorship enquiries for host read ads: andrew@piccolopodcasts.com.au Email the show your cricket takes: cricketunfilteredpodcast@gmail.com Piccolo Podcasts: https://piccolopodcasts.com.au/ Founder Andrew Menczel. The first episode aired August 2013. It is a multi award-winning podcast team, the show has featured 15 Australian captains and some of the greatest legends of cricket and an episode is archived in the Australian National Film and Sound Archive. Menners is an accredited cricket journalist and commentator and his interview with Alex Blackwell won a Cricket NSW Media Award. The show was the first ever regular weekly Australian cricket podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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