The Analyst Inside Cricket

Simon Hughes

Proper cricketing analysis, opinion and insight from former Middlesex bowler Simon Hughes, aka The Analyst, the BBC's Simon Mann, and former England keeper and Ashes winner Matt Prior. The most authoritative cricket podcast out there..

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Aug 15, 2021 · 23 min
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.
Aug 14, 2021 · 27 min
Joe Root - the best batsman England have ever produced
An appreciation of a compelling day's cricket and the unique genius of Root See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Aug 13, 2021 · 27 min
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.
Aug 12, 2021 · 24 min
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.
Aug 8, 2021 · 26 min
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.
Aug 7, 2021 · 21 min
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.
Aug 6, 2021 · 22 min
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.
Aug 5, 2021 · 25 min
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.
Aug 4, 2021 · 30 min
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.
Aug 2, 2021 · 39 min
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.
Aug 2, 2021 · 34 min
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.
Jul 28, 2021 · 39 min
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.
Jul 20, 2021 · 1 hr 6 min
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.
Jul 14, 2021 · 44 min
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.
Jul 5, 2021 · 47 min
Jason Roy - England's firestarter
Simon Hughes and Simon Mann review the England v Sri Lanka mismatch and look ahead to England's forthcoming matches with fearless opener Jason Roy See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jun 29, 2021 · 7 min
Jason Roy - Weds June 30th 7pm LIVE
Jason Roy is our special guest in the virtual cricket club on Wednesday night and you can join us on zoom by clicking on this link https://tinyurl.com/3y8e5t3f See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jun 22, 2021 · 33 min
Kiwis Worthy Winners of the Ultimate Test
New Zealand finally win a major ICC tournament. Simon Hughes and Simon Mann were there to witness their triumph See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jun 22, 2021 · 36 min
Is anyone going to buckle?
Simon Hughes and Simon Mann admire the 'boa constrictor' cricket on day 5 of the World Test Championship final and are joined by west indies Ian Bishop to run the rule over the two sets of high class seam bowlers See acast.com/privacy for privacy...
Jun 20, 2021 · 24 min
The Kiwis fight back
Inspired by the bowling of the towering Kyle Jamieson, New Zealand get back on level terms in the World Test Championship final See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jun 19, 2021 · 43 min
Kohli versus New Zealand
Virat Kohli's genius shines through on the first actual day's play of the World Test Championship final, analysed by Sunil Gavaskar, Dinesh Karthik and the two Simons See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.