Stick to Cricket

Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Alastair Cook and David Lloyd are back – brought to you by Betfair.

Sir Alastair Cook responds to the criticism surrounding Bethell and the IPL, while the panel react to comments from Kevin Pietersen.

Emilio Gay has impressed, but is he next in line for an England call-up? And speaking of England, could Ollie Robinson be set for a return?

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues to dominate the headlines. At just 15 years old, is it too soon for an India debut or is he simply that good?

Last of all, a mystery guest joins us... 👀

0:00 - Intro
09:49 - Bumble and Lancashire Cricket
15:10 - Pietersen, Bethell and IPL
21:35 - Emilio Gay form and England
27:30 - T20 format work in longer form
37:37 - IPL review
40:40 - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi praise
47:03 - Community Questions
52:25 - Mystery guest
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Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook and David “Bumble” Lloyd are joined by former Manchester United captain and Premier League manager Steve Bruce - Brought to you by Betfair.

From life under Sir Alex Ferguson to unforgettable moments with Eric Cantona, Bruce shares brilliant stories from one of the most successful eras in English football. He opens up on Fergie’s mindset, the famous ‘hairdryer’ treatment and what it really took to survive and succeed in that Manchester United dressing room.

There’s plenty of cricket crossover too, with Bruce revealing his love for the game, growing up watching Geoffrey Boycott, and even choosing cricket over football on occasion. The panel dive into comparisons between football and cricket, debating BazBall vs winning, and what England can learn from Fergie’s ruthless mentality.

Bruce also reflects on facing some of the very best, including a nightmare encounter with Romario and how to deal with maverick talents like Cantona. There’s insight into management at the highest level too, from handling big personalities to knowing when to evolve a team.

The conversation then turns to the current game, with discussion around England’s approach, Ashes preparation and whether modern teams are missing that winning edge.

As always, it’s a mix of brilliant stories, strong opinions and plenty of laughs along the way.

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00:00 Intro
10:04 Growing Up Playing Cricket in the Northeast
16:31 Bazball vs Football – Ultra Aggressive Tactics
20:00 Sir Alex Ferguson
30:57 Eric Cantona – The Ultimate Maverick
35:42 England Cricket's Leadership & Accountability
43:47 Advice for England Cricket Management
54:58 Quickfire Questions
62:50 Who Wins the Football World Cup?
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Stick to Cricket is back as Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Alastair Cook and David Lloyd are joined by Alex Hartley — brought to you by Betfair.

This episode is packed with big debates, strong opinions, and hilarious stories from the world of cricket.

We kick things off with a deep dive into the County Championship, should substitutions be introduced into cricket, and what rule changes could reshape the game?

The conversation then shifts to the role of the Chairman Selector, sparking a wider debate around captaincy, leadership, and how much influence coaches really have at the elite level.

Things heat up as the panel rank England’s current batting order with plenty of disagreement, and question whether a return for James Anderson is realistic or just wishful thinking.

Finally, Ben Stokes’ recent interview denying any rift with Brendon McCullum takes centre stage. Is everything truly fine in the England camp, or are cracks starting to show?

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00:00- Intro
11:33- County Cricket Substitutes Debate
19:03- England Selector Job Chat
29:38- Picking England Openers
41:18- Should Jimmy Anderson Return
43:13 County Streams And Membership Pitch
47:00- Stokes and McCullum Rift Talk
56:57- IPL Table
01:02:35- Betfair Back Yours
01:07:02- Community
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In this Overlap Cricket Exclusive, Michael Vaughan sits down with IPL founder Lalit Modi for a fascinating and explosive conversation about the future of cricket.

Modi shares his vision for the global game, from the rise of the IPL as a $20 billion powerhouse to bold claims that “Test cricket is dying” and The Hundred “will completely die in three years.”

He also gives a rare insight into the business of cricket, revealing how player salaries are set to skyrocket, predicting that Jacob Bethell could earn $16 million a year, and explaining why leagues like MLC are a “complete disaster.”

The discussion also covers the biggest topics in world cricket, including the future of India vs Pakistan, the politics of the game, and why Modi believes cricket must evolve to survive.

There are brilliant stories along the way too, including how Chris Gayle’s IPL career was revived, and why young stars like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi “need protecting” as they rise to the top.

This is a candid, unfiltered conversation packed with huge opinions, bold predictions and behind-the-scenes insight from one of the most influential figures in cricket history.

0:00 — Intro: Arriving at Lalit Modi's Home
5:33 — Manchester United & Buying a Football Club
8:38 — Yuvraj Singh's Six Sixes & the Porsche Story
21:25 — Can Test Cricket Survive?
29:43 — The Hundred Will Die in 3 Years
50:21 — The 14-Year-Old Prodigy & Future of Indian Cricket
56:20 — IPL's Dominance Over World Cricket
1:01:42 — India vs Pakistan: Is It Possible?
1:14:54 — Quick Fire Questions
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In this Overlap Cricket Exclusive, we sit down with one of India’s greatest ever cricketers, Yuvraj Singh, for a powerful and revealing conversation filmed in India.

Yuvraj reflects on his journey, from idolising and playing alongside Sachin Tendulkar to becoming a superstar himself, while also sharing why he believes Jasprit Bumrah “has to be the best” and how the IPL has transformed Indian cricket.

He relives one of the most iconic moments in the sport — hitting six sixes in an over — and explains how that moment, and the mindset behind it, changed his career and helped redefine India’s approach to the game.

In a deeply personal section, Yuvraj opens up on his cancer diagnosis, revealing how he played through the 2011 World Cup while seriously ill, being told he had 3–6 months to live, and the mental strength it took to fight his way back to international cricket.

He also discusses the pressures of playing for India and the work of the YouWeCan Foundation, supporting those battling cancer around the world.
A powerful and inspiring conversation with a true cricketing icon.

1:35 Facing Bumrah as a 16-Year-Old in the Nets
3:43 Indian Cricket's Depth & IPL's Impact
22:39 The Six Sixes Off Stuart Broad
29:17 Gary Kirsten's Impact on Indian Cricket
32:59 The 2011 World Cup Journey
34:40 The 2011 Final & Cancer Diagnosis
39:27 Comeback to Cricket After Cancer
42:21 Quickfire Questions

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