On The Front Foot

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On The Front Foot is your weekly cricket podcast with Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney. Two of the most iconic voices of New Zealand cricket, keep you up to date with the leather on willow this summer. Powered by Newstalk ZB and iHeartRadio

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Sep 25, 2024 · 39 min
On The Front Foot Episode 188: Reviewing the first Sri Lanka test
This week on On The Front Foot, Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney review the first test against Sri Lanka. Then, joined by Peter Holland, they offer some selection options for the second test in Galle, playing on the same surface as the first. Your views are welcome at onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 18, 2024 · 36 min
On The Front Foot Episode 187: Ish Sodhi's excitement for the upcoming season
This week on On The Front Foot, leg spinner Ish Sodhi joined Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney to share his excitement for the upcoming season. Tim Southee also stopped by to give an insight into the first test against Sri Lanka in Galle. Send your views to onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 14, 2024 · 38 min
On The Front Foot Episode 186: Reflecting on a washed out test
This week on On The Front Foot, Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney were joined by Garth Gallaway to reflect on a washed out test and assess the White Ferns team selected for the WT20 in Dubai. They also discussed whether or not the World Test Championship needs an overhaul. Send your thoughts to onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 6, 2024 · 40 min
On The Front Foot Episode 185: Nathan Smith celebrates his first Black Caps contract
This week on On The Front Foot, Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney were joined by Firebirds all-rounder Nathan Smith as he celebrates his first Black Caps contract. Darryl Mitchell dropped by to chat his preparations for the test against Afghanistan, and the boys discuss the question of if Joe Root is England’s best batsman. Send your views to onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 28, 2024 · 42 min
On The Front Foot Episode 184: The World Test Championship is in focus
This week on On The Front Foot Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney are focusing their attention on the World Test Championship, as a number of test series give teams the opportunity to earn points on the road to the final. Also on the agenda is the White Ferns’ preparations for the Women’s WT20 in UAE, and some cricket history – a segment of cricket of humour with a slice of an after-dinner speech. Send your thoughts to onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 21, 2024 · 29 min
On The Front Foot Episode 183: Is it possible to fix the cricket calendar?
Today on On The Front Foot, Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney dig into the World Cricketers Union’s desire to address the broken and unsustainable cricket calendar, which it says is confusing and chaotic. Do they have any chance? And, they talk about the onerous task our administrators face in trying to secure top players on a national contract. Send your thoughts to onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 14, 2024 · 46 min
On The Front Foot Episode 182: Assessing the Black Caps squad for subcontinent
This week on On The Front Foot it’s a reunion for the old commentary team as John Parker joins Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney to assess the Black Caps squad for the subcontinent, and what conditions they’re set to face. Michael Bracewell also joins the boys, taking a look at this week’s 60-year test cricket milestone. Send your views to onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 7, 2024 · 35 min
On The Front Foot Episode 181: The likely test team to face Afghanistan
This week on On The Front Foot, Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney reflect on the likely make up of the test team set to play Afghanistan in India. Plus, they’re joined by Garth Gallaway as they pay their respects to an England cricketer Graham Thorpe, who passed away at 55, and remember one of the greats of the game, Bert Sutcliffe, 75 years on. Send your thoughts to onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 31, 2024 · 35 min
On The Front Foot Episode 180: Is cricket losing control of test players?
Is cricket losing control of its test cricketers? As fewer players are signing with NZC, former first class cricketer Peter Holland joins us to discuss the current problem, what kind of team is likely to play the test against Afghanistan and in India. Plus, will the current England side be tougher to beat in December than the side that last toured here? Your views welcome: onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 24, 2024 · 40 min
On The Front Foot Episode 179: Can the West Indies improve for their third test?
This week, the The West Indies showed a marked improvement at Trent Bridge - but can they extend it for the third test? Later, we discuss if there's a quick fix for the White Ferns ahead of their next world T20 in October, and who should be the next Black Caps bowling coach? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 17, 2024 · 45 min
On The Front Foot Episode 178: Can the West Indies become competitive with England?
This week on On The Front Foot, Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney discussed whether the West Indies improve enough to be competitive with England. Brian Lara thinks that Jimmy Anderson is the greatest fast bowler to have played the game, what do the boys think? And, how can the White Ferns improve after the disastrous series in England? Send your thoughts to onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 10, 2024 · 42 min
On The Front Foot Episode 177: Previewing the England tests
This week on On The Front Foot, Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney were joined by commentator Andrew Mason from Barbados to preview the test series in England. Plus, the Black Caps contract offers include a future pace bowling trio, and the White Ferns are struck with weather issues as they strive for a win in England. Your views welcome, send them to onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 3, 2024 · 49 min
On The Front Foot Episode 176: How can the White Ferns return to winning?
This week on On The Front Foot, Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney were joined by former first-class player Peter Holland. On their agenda was the WT20 final, what the White Ferns can do to find their way back to winning, and England’s new test line up for their series with the West Indies. Plus, they took a look at the new book ‘True to the Spirit of Cricket’, which pays tribute to Don Neely. Your thoughts welcome at onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 26, 2024 · 28 min
On the Front Foot: Episode 175
This week on On the Front Foot Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney were joined once more by cricket writer Andrew Alderson. They discussed the final four of the WT20, gave an assessment of the Super Eights, and dug into the repercussions of Kane Williamson turning down a central contract for NZ Cricket. Send your thoughts to onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 19, 2024 · 33 min
On The Front Foot: Episode 174
This week on On The Front Foot, Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney are joined by cricket reporter Andrew Alderson to take a look at where the Black Caps are at. The team has returned home after the missing the Super Eights at the WT20 and a performance review seems to be in order. On top of that, the boys bid a white ball farewell to Trent Boult. Send your thoughts to onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 14, 2024 · 33 min
On The Front Foot Episode 173: An early exit from the WT20
On this week’s episode of On The Front Foot, Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney take a look at New Zealand’s early exit from the T20 World Cup. Black Caps coach Warren Lees joined them to review the loss to the West Indies, and offer some ideas about how to move on and the need for a comprehensive review. Send your thoughts to onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 9, 2024 · 32 min
On The Front Foot: Episode 172
This week, there was a humiliating loss to Afghanistan for the Black Caps. Expert Garth Gallaway joins the podcast to assess and analyse the failings and confirm where improvement is needed - quickly. Your views welcome here: onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 29, 2024 · 33 min
On The Front Foot: Episode 171
We’re one week out from the T20 World Cup and this week on On The Front Foot Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney began their analysis. Former Australian spinner Xavier Doherty joined them to assess the Australian team, and Devon Conway confirmed that he is fit and ready for the Carribean. Send your views to onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 23, 2024 · 45 min
On The Front Foot: Episode 170
This week on On The Front Foot Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney dig into T20 cricket. Will the Black Caps be at a disadvantage without warmup matches? Does the T20 game need some rule changes to make the contest between bat and ball more even? Send your thoughts to onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 16, 2024 · 44 min
On The Front Foot: Episode 169
This week on On The Front Foot Bryan Waddle and Jeremy Coney discuss whether Colin Munro was blacklisted by NZ Cricket. Time has caught up with Jimmy Anderson, England cricket is facing financial challenges, and a young cricketer on the way up reflects on his first tour with the Black Caps. Your views are welcome at onthefrontfoot20@gmail.com LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.