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Pakistan Daily: 1st Test, Day 2

What does Vernon Philander's spell against Virat Kohli back in 2018 have to do with Pakistan's dominant day against South Africa? Dan has the answer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

27 Jan 2021 11 min

Pakistan Daily: 1st Test, Day 1

After their batters bumbled their way to a below par 220 all out, South Africa's bowlers did the business. With Pakistan struggling at 33/4, Dan and Simmi heap praise and scorn in equal measure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

26 Jan 2021 15 min

Pakistan preview

Before Nons had to dash off for his job as a professional cricketer, he joined Dan and Pakistan journalist Tasneem-Summer Khan to preview the Proteas men's two-Test series in a country they haven't toured since 2007.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23 Jan 2021 29 min

Domestic chat with Jon Kent

As Nono gets comfy in the bubble and Dan continues to endure the British winter, they called up SuperSport commentator Jon Kent to chat about the Momentum One Day Cup, the impending franchise restructure and bio-bubbles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

19 Jan 2021 44 min

Sri Lanka Daily: Day 3, 2nd Test

South Africa win the match by 10 wickets. In the second session of the third day. What can one say about such a comprehensive series clinching victory? Quite a bit it turns out as Dan and Simmi ramble on about the Proteas' triumph in Johannesburg.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5 Jan 2021 15 min

Sri Lanka Daily: Day 2, 2nd Test

The Sri Lankan Lions fought like, well, lions as they clawed (sorry) their way back into this Test. They are still facing an monumental challenge but at least they're back in the contest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4 Jan 2021 28 min

Sri Lanka Daily: Day 1, 2nd Test

That's about as dominant an opening day as you get. South Africa are in cruise control as Dan flies solo in this brief daily wrap.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3 Jan 2021 5 min

Fast bowling with Vincent Barnes

What Vincent Barnes doesn't 't know about fast bowling isn't worth knowing. Dan and Nons spoke with the CSA high performance coach about this thrilling art and which young quicks we need to keep an eye on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2 Jan 2021 52 min

Sri Lanka Daily - First Test Wrap

An innings and 45 run victory doesn't quite tell the full picture. Nono and Daniel fill in the gaps and look back on a successful return to Test cricket for the Proteas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

29 Dec 2020 34 min

Sri Lanka Daily Wrap Day 3, 1st Test

That's about as commanding as it gets. Faf du Plessis reaches 199 but not before pummelling an injury stricken Sri Lankan outfit into the ground. Only a miracle (or a Highveld thunder storm) can save the visitors from here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

28 Dec 2020 21 min

Sri Lanka Daily Wrap Day 2, 1st Test

After cleaning up Sri Lanka's tail, thanks to a four-for from young Lutho Sipamla, Dean Elgar and Aiden Markram set to work. Both would fall before registering tons and the home side were in touble at 220/4. But Faf du Plessis and Temba Bavuma steadied the ship to hand the…

27 Dec 2020 15 min

Sri Lanka Daily Wraps Day 1, 1st Test

Sri Lanka end the first day in a commanding position at 340/6. South Africa's bowlers just not at the races.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

26 Dec 2020 17 min

Sri Lanka preview with Fidel Fernando

The Islanders are back in town. But after their shock victory last time, this contest will take place on the Highveld. Can they handle the extra bounce and pace? Cricinfo's Sri Lanka correspondent Fidel Fernando provides some insight on his countrymen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23 Dec 2020 45 min

Proteas Squad Rundown

Dan and Nons go through the Proteas squad with a fine comb. Should Markram open? Who will act as spearhead without Rabada? Will Mulder bring balance? Which new face will we see on Boxing Day?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

17 Dec 2020 1 hr 05 min

How to fix South African cricket (part 1) with Khanyiso Tshwaku.

It's a big question, and requires a big answer. Nons is back to help Dan ponder this. They're joined by Times journalist Khanyiso Tshwaku who has some choice words for cricket stadiums around the country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Dec 2020 47 min

Proteas gripped by fear against Morgan's brave Lions

Dan chats to journalist Zaahier Adams, The Independent's main man in Cape Town, to unpack the T20 whitewash and look ahead to the 50 over series between England and the ProteasSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4 Dec 2020 31 min

The English perspective

Daniel sits down with Tim Wigmore to talk about all things cricket on the eve of the summer series involving The Proteas and England.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

26 Nov 2020 20 min

Good News At Last!

Some good news at last! The Proteas are back in action this week and domestic cricket will be broadcast live. Nons and Dan are joined Cricket Fanatics Magazine editor Khalid Mohidin to unpack this wave of optimism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20 Nov 2020 44 min

Niels Momberg

How has the covid pandemic impacted youth cricket in South Africa? Has the conveyor belt of talent ground to a halt? And what options to young prospects have in these uncertain times? CSA's head of youth and tertiary cricket, Niels Momberg, gives us the lowdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 Nov 2020 43 min

A new dawn for SA cricket

It's been a winter of discontent for South African cricket but a new dawn is emerging over the horizon. After the mass exodus of CSA's board, Dan and Nons chat to Andrew Breetzke, CEO of the South African Cricketers Association.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

30 Oct 2020 30 min