Dean at Stumps

Dean du Plessis

Dean at Stumps is a cricket podcast which features interviews with players both current and former. It is Zimbabwe’s only cricket podcast

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108 episodes
Updated July 22

Episodes108

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Jun 7, 2022 · 47 min
Morne van Wyk
In a playing career that lasted 23 years, there is much to talk about. Former wicket-keeper batter Morne van Wyk talks about a long and illustrious first class career in South Africa, as well as his opportunities to represent the Proteas, as well as playing for the Call Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL
Jun 6, 2022 · 35 min
Brendan Taylor opens up on drink and drugs
Zimbabwe’s former captain Brendan Taylor speaks to Dean du Plessis about the horrors of battling alcohol and cocaine. He recently completed a grueling marathon to raise funds for twins Tino and Taku who had surgery
Jan 19, 2022 · 23 min
Marais Erasmus Elite Umpire
Regarded by many as the worlds top ranked international cricket umpire, South African umpire Marais Erasmus speaks modestly of his success as an umpire. He regards his colleagues as a tightknit family
Jan 14, 2022 · 1 hr 4 min
South Africa maintain unbeaten home record against India
A magnificently contested 3-match test series between South Africa and India has come to it’s conclusion with the Proteas coming from a test match down to win the series 2-0. Dean du Plessis is joined by veteran South African broadcaster Michael Abrahamson who gives us his combine SA/India 11. They also unpack the series in it’s entirety
Jan 13, 2022 · 40 min
Simon Nann
If you are fortunate enough to have the means of being able to listen to the BBC’s iconic radio commentary, you undoubtedly would have heard the voice of Simon Mann who is part of the TEST MATCH SPECIAL team. Dean and Simon talk Ashes cricket, and take the obligatory trip down memory lane as is the custom on this Podcast
Dec 31, 2021 · 1 hr 6 min
Michael Abrahamson extraordinaire
In this podcast, Dean du Plessis catches up with South African broadcaster, mentalist, and magician Michael Abrahamson. Dean and Michael talk in depth about their love of Cricket as well as their broadcasting experiences. Michael also gives an in-depth explanation as to how he became a mentalist and magician and his ability to commentate effortlessly on a variety of sporting codes.
Aug 4, 2021 · 41 min
Ryan Burl
Meet Zimbabwe’s easygoing allrounder Ryan Burl who tells Dean du Plessis that his ambition is to Break in to the worlds top 10 ranked all-rounders in the shorter formats of the game. Ryan chats easily about his decision to take the plunge and ask his partner to marry him, his constant work behind the scenes to become a better leg spin bowler, his stint in the Bangladesh Premier League and his hunger for international cricket
Jul 30, 2021 · 46 min
Wesley Madhevere
A precocious young talent with a tremendous future. Wesley Madhevere talks about his up bringing, his mentors and his introduction to international cricket. We also hear from 2 of his mentors, childhood coach Malcolm Chikuwha and Zimbabwe’s batting coach Stuart Matsikenyeri who presented Wesley with his 1st international cap
Jun 13, 2021 · 12 min
ANDY FLOWER ICC HALL OF FAME
Zimbabwe’s former captain wicket-keeper batsman Andy Flower made history by becoming the first Zimbabwean cricketer to be inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame. Flower who played 63 tests and 231 ODIS for Zimbabwe was not only recognised for his almost super human efforts with the bat in a team which at best punched above their weight, but was also recognised as one of England’s most successful coaches as well.
Jun 9, 2021 · 57 min
Tatenda Taibu the Man with No Fear
From a very young age, Tatenda Taibu’s destiny was to lead. Small in stature, but with the heart of a lion, it came as no surprise when he became the vice captain at the age of 19 and then became Zimbabwe’s first black captain, as well as the youngest captain in the history of test cricket. However, his journey was a rollercoaster ride. Filled with joy, frustration and fear. (Please note that this is a recording from the archives, so some of his future plans like his roll as convened of selectors has come to an end.) A fascinating listen all the same.
Jun 3, 2021 · 52 min
Elton Chigumbura
A very quiet, thoughtful, and reserved man, and in his own right, a fine cricketer. Former captain Elton Chigumbura talks to Dean du Plessis about his recently launched academy and his playing years from 2004 to 2020
Apr 9, 2021 · 37 min
Shepheard Makunura. RIP
Quiet and unassuming, Shepheard Makunura has been in the system for a very long time. Although his demeanour is quiet and non-confrontational, Shepheard has won the Logan Cup, Zimbabwe’s premier domestic competition no less than 4 times as coach. His recent success, was coaching the Southern Rocks franchise to their first ever Logan Cup win. The Rocks had been out of the game since 2014 due to financial constraints, and returned to first class cricket this season, and won the Logan Cup.
Feb 24, 2021 · 48 min
Liam Brickhill
A freelance cricket journalist. A natural story teller. A true Zimbabwean. For a number of years, Liam has enthralled cricket fans both in Zimbabwe and around the world with a combination of deeply moving and hard hitting articles. Liam talks about his family, his passion for Zimbabwe and her people, and the release of his short film entitled Petrichor
Feb 6, 2021 · 59 min
Brighton Watambwa
He may only have played 6 tests for Zimbabwe, but Brighton Watambwa made a solid impact with his lively pace, and hostile bouncers. Bulbs, as he is affectionately known, no resides in Zurich Switzerland. And 20 years after his test debut, Brighton has lost none of his fire in this chat with Dean du Plessis
Jan 8, 2021 · 1 hr 2 min
Alan Wilkins the Genuine Allrounder
Dean du Plessis talks to one of the world’s most gifted broadcasters, Alan Wilkins. From the ICC Cricket World Cup, the rugby World Cups, to Wimbledon. Alan has covered them all
Nov 21, 2020 · 1 hr 2 min
Raymond Razor Price
Fiercely competitive on the field, but a true gentleman off the field. Zimbabwe’s former left-arm spinner Ray Price talks to Dean du Plessis about his uncle Nick Price, his international career, his stint with Worcestershire, and his season with the Mumbai Indians in the IPL
Nov 18, 2020 · 28 min
Zimbabwe’s match referee. Andy Pycroft
Not many people know that Zimbabwe have a match referee. Meet Andy Pycroft, who in his day was a fine player, an outstanding commentator, and now one of the very best match referee is on the circuit. He talks about his experiences as a match referee, including the SAND PAPER SAGA in Cape Town, and remembers his playing days with the likes of Dave Houghton, Eddo Brandes, and a young Graeme Hick
Oct 20, 2020 · 31 min
Graeme Cremer
Zimbabwe’s former leg spinning captain Graeme Cremer talks about his new roll in Dubai as the director of the Rajasthan Royals Academy. He also remembers his stint as captain with fondness
Sep 29, 2020 · 1 hr 9 min
Alistair Campbell.
He was one of Zimbabwe’s most successful captains, yet one of the country’s most infuriating players in terms of consistency. Alistair Campbell captained Zimbabwe from 1996 to 1999, during which time, Zimbabwe played some of their best cricket ever. Yet, Campbell had a more than disappointing average of 27 in 60 test matches. He was at the helm when Zimbabwe had their famous 3-0 ODI win over England, as well as their 1999 World Cup success when they advanced to the Super sixes of the tournament in England. Campbell also had his share of controversy off the field after cricket. Another great one on one chat between the former skipper and Dean du Plessis.
Sep 25, 2020 · 1 hr 14 min
Mpumelelo Pommie Mbangwa. .
His rich and powerful voice has boomed into the living rooms, and crept into the hearts of millions of cricket lovers around the world for the last 15 years. In this wonderful one on one with Dean du Plessis, former Zimbabwean seamer now commentator Pom Mbangwa explains how he got his nickname, describes in vivid detail how he got his first test wicket, and remembers how he and the rest of the Zimbabwean team contemplated not returning to the field after a drinks break, after some appalling umpiring in a test match against Sri Lanka in 1998. Pom also reflects on his time as a commentator, and is quick to point out that what he does is a privilege.