What's He On About? Cricket Podcast

Charlie Harden

Cricket commentator Charlie Harden discusses England Cricket’s rise, Australia’s imminent decline, random cricket stats, and anything vaguely related to cricket on this weekly 20-minute podcast. The show includes previews and reviews of professional matches, critiquing and praising player performances — all despite Charlie being nowhere near that level as a cricketer. Grab yourself a drink or a snack and nestle into this gem…

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20 episodes
Updated June 30

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June 30 · 34 min
England's FUTURE discussed as Ben Stokes leaves HUGE hole in England's test cricket team!
If last week was bad for England, well its just got a lot worse as they look to replace their captain, all rounder, head coach and possibly managing director! To discuss it all: cricket commentator, Charlie Harden is joined by cricket content Legend Dan Jadz and BBC Sport's Luke Wolstenholme. Enjoy... Luke's links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukedoescricket Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@luke_wolstenholme Dan Jadz: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DANJADZCricketClub TikTok: tiktok.com/@danjadz_ Instagram: instagram.com/danjadz_
June 23 · 30 min
England MUST Change for the 3rd Test vs New Zealand!
Charlie Harden, Luke Wolstenholme and Dan Jadzevics discuss the antics from the 2nd test cricket match at the Oval and look ahead to the decisive 3rd Test at Trent Bridge! Luke's links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukedoescricket?igsh=emR2c2lhZjFuam9z Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@luke_wolstenholme?_r=1&_t=ZN-974GXhmy4vu Dan Jadz: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@danjadzcricketclub?si=yYF55uHz2iYeuflw TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@luke_wolstenholme?_r=1&_t=ZN-974GXhmy4vu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danjadz_?igsh=MXB0ZjZwc3pmdDFvMQ==
June 9 · 33 min
England Cricketers UNDER INVESTIGATION! ENG vs NZ 1st Test Review, 2nd Test Preview!
It's all going on in English cricket and new headlines don't look good! Cricket commentator, Charlie Harden is joined by Cricket Content Legend Dan Jadz and BBC Sport's Luke Wolstenholme to discuss the incident involving Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson, whilst reminding ourselves that England are actually pretty good! Enjoy... Luke's links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukedoescricket?igsh=emR2c2lhZjFuam9z Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@luke_wolstenholme?_r=1&_t=ZN-974GXhmy4vu Dan Jadz: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@danjadzcricketclub?si=yYF55uHz2iYeuflw TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@luke_wolstenholme?_r=1&_t=ZN-974GXhmy4vu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danjadz_?igsh=MXB0ZjZwc3pmdDFvMQ==
January 3 · 13 min
Has Bazball been a Success for England Test Cricket???
I bring new stats and review England test cricket under Stokes, McCullum and Key from 2022-2026. Comment your thoughts on this leadership group and what you think England need to become a great test cricket side? #ashes #englandcricket #bazball #benstokes #brendonmccullum
Dec 30, 2025 · 18 min
Future of England Test Cricket Thoughts...
Outside the MCG, Charlie discusses all his thoughts on the future of this England test cricket team from the players to the leadership hierarchy. Comment your cricket thoughts below and subscribe... #cricket #englandcricket #ashes
Nov 17, 2025 · 31 min
All my Thoughts on the Ashes 2025/26 Test Cricket Series!
From the toss, to the pitch, to a combined Ashes XI, this episode has it all. Are Australia in trouble? Is Pope 'actually' in the runs? Is there less or more pressure on Root this time around? This is not an 'Ashes Preview' but an eruption of Ashes thoughts... so basically an Ashes preview. Enjoy!
Oct 27, 2025 · 8 min
Cummins is OUT! What next for Australia?
Pat Cummins out, Scott Boland in and Steve Smith as Captain but what else does no Cummins mean for Australia? Who will be the fifth fast bowler in the Australian Cricket Ashes Squad?
Oct 18, 2025 · 8 min
Who is England's Spinner for the 1st Ashes Test?
Bashir, Jacks or Bethell? The First Ashes Test looms ever closer as the anticipation rises for the first ball in Perth. Meanwhile, Charlie looks back at which bowlers have a good record at the Perth Stadium, since its birth, who are England's spin options and finishe with his final decision. Nestle in to episode 3 of Ashes Questions...
Oct 12, 2025 · 22 min
Who Should Open For Australia In The Ashes 2025/26?
It is either an Ashes debut or an Ashes comeback for one of these 11 options to open the batting for Australia. Some have had their chance, some have waited patiently. Will Konstas keep his spot, or will Mitch Marsh make a shock return? Your Ashes questions are being answered right here, so comment your next question below and nestle in for heaps of stats...
Oct 11, 2025 · 7 min
Will England Pick Jacob Bethell Or Ollie Pope For The Ashes?
Episode 1 of Ashes Questions. Ollie Pope has possession of the number 3 spot but Jacob Bethell has had some brilliant moments this year. Who will England pick? Here are all the stats you need to find your answer.
Jul 28, 2025 · 45 min
India Eventually Shake Hands! Englishmen React To Draw at Old Trafford and Preview 5th Test
2 English blokes review the hand-shake palaver as the 4th test between England and India fizzles to a draw. Record-breaking Root, scintillating Stokes and what changes are needed for both sides to win at the Oval? Charlie is joined by Charlie to discuss all things England-India! His key tags are below Charlie Cooke Cricket Podcast @charliecooke_ on TikTok
Jul 14, 2025 · 20 min
England Beat India At Lord's! - Full Test Review
A nail-biting test cricket match between England and India comes to a terrific finish as serious words are exchanged from both sides and time-wasting causes chaotic controversy. This review most certainly lives up to the drama of the 3rd test as Charlie goes berserk leaving you to ask yourself, What Is He On About?
Jul 8, 2025 · 29 min
India Demolish England - Which Bowlers Should England Play?
Gill averages 146 against England this summer with 430 runs in one gam! Akash Deep takes 10 upon returning to the Indian Test side as they roll England and win by 336 runs. England bowlers suffers after 6 ducks in their first innings for a combined 15 balls. If that wasn't enough for England, Australia white-washed West Indies, 2-0 and 14-year-old Suryavanshi hit the England U19s for a 53-ball hundred and a 31-ball 86! A great week for England...
Jun 19, 2025 · 22 min
WTC Final Review and England vs India Preview With South African Cricket Coach
The second guest of the series, Gareth Schreuder, is one of the great cricket coaches and a man who has played with WTC winners, Marco Jansen and Tristan Stubbs. He gives his insight into this South African Cricket team and what this WTC Final victory means for the country. Gaz helps Charlie preview England vs India for a tremendous series starting tomorrow! The show ends with the three cricketing legends whose first names are also palindromes! Have a think as you listen...
Jun 10, 2025 · 26 min
Australia vs South Africa WTC Final Preview
A Huge Test Starts Tomorrow! Here is a full preview of the WTC final predicted lineups and player stats. England have released their test squad 12 days early and Bethell is not going to play, fact! This pod also includes a T20 Blast roundup. Could this get any better?
Jun 3, 2025 · 28 min
Eng vs WI and Who Are The Best Left Hand Cricketers Of All Time?
The episode begins with a review of the England vs West Indies ODI cricket series then I predict the T20 team for England's 3-match series vs West Indies. We culminate with the greatest left-hander XI of all time! Enjoy liquid cricket...
May 27, 2025 · 32 min
England's 3 BIG Selection Questions In Test Cricket For 2025
Charlie reviews England's first test game of the summer against Zimbabwe along with a full review of the County Championship so far... Also included in the show is England's Starting XI for the India Test Series and England's ODI Lineup for the 3-match series against the West Indies. Enjoy some elite England Cricket waffle!
May 20, 2025 · 24 min
England vs Zimbabwe Test Cricket Preview
England's Test Summer Starts This Week! Here's A Full Preview and a Round-Up Of County Championship Cricket last week. This Episode Also Contains A Review Of The County Select XI's 128-run win over...... Zimbabwe. Dont Forget To Ask Yourself That Question.
May 13, 2025 · 25 min
New England ODI, T20 and Test Squads + County Select XI vs Zimbabwe Cricket
County Championships Performances of the Week and Many Squad Reviews are inbound! Squads have been released for the World Test Championships and the County Select XI to play Zimbabwe. Most importantly however, England Cricket has released their Test, ODI, and T20 Squads for Zimbabwe and the West Indies, respectively. Enjoy this almighty round-up!
Apr 29, 2025 · 26 min
14 Year Old Hits IPL 100! Who Are England's Best Openers In County Cricket?
As Suryavanshi steals the show, this podcast never forgets its roots of County and England Cricket which is the main talking point as always. Why was Nottinghamshire vs Sussex such a big game? Who are the best county opening batters in 2025 and will they be rewarded or forgotten? Without further ado, ask yourself, What Is He On About?