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The Bowler’s Union PodcastHow to stop stress fractures in cricket!In this episode we look at how to stop stress fractures in cricket! Friend of the podcast Ross Dewar from Cricket Strength recently posted a 5 point plan to combat stress fractures. In this episode we discuss his ideas. We discuss Better coaches throughout pathways Understanding movement Bowling interventions or movement first? Workload management Bowling coaches and S&Cs working together And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast! If so please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will also love it! If you want to watch the e...2025-05-0836 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastPro Interview | Tom Scriven & Scott CurrieIn this episode we chat with both Hampshire and Leicestershire players Tom Scriven and Scott Currie! This is quite a unique episode as we have all played with each other but not at the same time?! Both of these guys have really exciting futures in the game after really top class recent seasons for Leicestershire (Scott on loan). We discuss Using the loan system Skills and behaviours they recently developed Having a desire to learn Keith challenging the young Hampshire lads A good old fashioned spray and taking things seriously! And lots more! ...2025-05-011h 13

The Bowler’s Union PodcastCricket would you rather?!In this episode we do a cricket would you rather! This is something that goes on in nearly every changing room so we give it a go! We discuss No thigh pads and box vs Shoaib! No wind or rain? Up or down the hill? Ashes 5fer or World Cup 5fer! Batting for you life vs Warne or? And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast! If so please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will also love it! If you want to watch the episode then m...2025-04-2437 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastBowler Analysis | New Zealand's Matt HenryIn this episode we analyse the bowling of New Zealand's Matt Henry! We discuss Keith's news and our new patreon! His efficiency and run-up! Henry's athleticism! Wobble seam stock ball! Henry is a bowling machine! And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast! If so please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will also love it! If you want to watch the episode then make sure you subscribe to our YouTube page and be part of The Bowlers Union! Subscribe and follow us on all o...2025-04-1735 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastRound one championship reflections!In this episode we chat about our first week of championship cricket! We discuss Service stations! Lower order runs! A winning start! Celebrating 25! Round the wicket to lefties with the new ball! And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast! If so please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will also love it! If you want to watch the episode then make sure you subscribe to our YouTube page and be part of The Bowlers Union! Subscribe and follow us on all our social media...2025-04-0937 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastNew Zealand's all-time test bowling attack!In this episode we try and pick New Zealand's greatest ever test bowling attack! The rules of our picks are the following We pick a player based on their absolute peak We have to include at least one spinner We have to include a genuine all-rounder We assume that our bowling attack will randomly play somewhere in the world and as such has to be balanced appropriately! We don't quite agree about this team in truth! Let us know your thoughts in the comments and on our social media platforms! We hope you...2025-04-0229 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastIcon Interview | Jeetan PatelWe chat with our former teammate and current England coach Jeetan Patel! Right now Jeets is guiding an exciting group of young England spinners after an illustrious playing career. A passionate and competitive bowler he amassed over 1300 career wickets including 892 in first class cricket. Warwickshire, his second home had him back every season after representing the county in 2009! He is quite possibly the greatest overseas player a county has had! We discuss His passion on the field Why spinners try and slog each other Foot-holes and how to operate What attributes he wants to...2025-03-261h 08

The Bowler’s Union PodcastFebruary & March Cricket Update!In this episode we chat about a few current issues on the cricket circuit! We discuss Pre Season singing! Barks not in the cricket draft draft! England in the champions trophy! County cricket transfer news! Our new upcoming membership! And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast! If so please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will also love it! If you want to watch the episode then make sure you subscribe to our YouTube page and be part of The Bowlers Union! Subscribe and...2025-03-1947 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastHow to use your bouncer!In this episode we discuss how to use your bouncer! We discuss When is a good time to use it Getting it high? Why its such an important delivery England's short ball tactics! Using it in club cricket And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast! If so please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will also love it! If you want to watch the episode then make sure you subscribe to our YouTube page and be part of The Bowlers Union! Subscribe and follow u...2025-03-1234 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastIcon Interview | Damien Fleming The Bowlologist!We chat with Australian legend Damien Fleming! Damien's test career started astonishingly with a hattrick in his first match against Pakistan. He was renowned for his exceptional skill level and cricket brain. Damien was a world cup winner in 1999 and Australian cult hero! He retired in 2003 to coach the bowlers at the Australia academy in 2003. We discuss Quickfire questions Lancashire league cricket the finishing school Being part of the elite Aussie attack His best ever Australia bowling line-up The ashes in Australia coming up! And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast...2025-03-051h 20

The Bowler’s Union PodcastSouth Africa's greatest test bowling attack!In this episode we try and pick South Africa's greatest ever test bowling attack! The rules of our picks are the following We pick a player based on their absolute peak We have to include at least one spinner We have to include a genuine all-rounder We assume that our bowling attack will randomly play somewhere in the world and as such has to be balanced appropriately! We don't quite agree about this team in truth! Let us know your thoughts in the comments and on our social media platforms! We hope you...2025-02-2647 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastPro Interview | Sonny BakerIn this episode we chat with Hampshire and England Lions Sonny Baker! Our first guest of 2025 is Sonny Baker! This couldn't be better timed as he has had an amazing year and just earned himself an England development contract. He has a reputation as being a rocketman and you can listen to his enthusiasm on this podcast! He has had a few injury setbacks leading into this winter but we are sure this will be a breakout year for the west countryman! We discuss Devon and Somerset pathways Injuries at the wrong time The...2025-02-1947 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastEngland's best ever bowling attack!In this episode we try and pick England's greatest ever bowling attack! The rules of our picks are the following We pick a player based on their absolute peak We have to include at least one spinner We have to include a genuine all-rounder We assume that our bowling attack will randomly play somewhere in the world and as such has to be balanced appropriately! We don't quite agree about this team in truth! Let us know your thoughts in the comments and on our social media platforms! We hope you enjoy the...2025-02-1235 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastManaging your body!In this episode we discuss managing your body throughout your career! We discuss Coffee! Working out what works for you! Avoiding injury! The right amount of bowling in the warm up! Cold plunges! And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast! If so please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will also love it! If you want to watch the episode then make sure you subscribe to our YouTube page and be part of The Bowlers Union! Subscribe and follow us on all our social m...2025-02-0551 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastIf we knew then what we know now!!!In this episode we discuss the things we would do differently during our career! Hindsight is a wonderful thing! We discuss Working harder! Training more outside our comfort zones! Nutrition and meal prep! Being stubborn! Reducing junk volume! And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast! If so please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will also love it! If you want to watch the episode then make sure you subscribe to our YouTube page and be part of The Bowlers Union! Subscribe and follow u...2025-01-2954 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastJanuary Cricket Update!In this episode we chat about a few current issues on the cricket circuit! We discuss Listener questions and bowling speeds! Are there too many T20 competitions? Big Bash overseas stars gone The upcoming India v England white ball series The goat keeps going! And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast! If so please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will also love it! If you want to watch the episode then make sure you subscribe to our YouTube page and be part of The Bowlers...2025-01-2245 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastBowler Analysis | Scott BolandIn this episode we analyse the bowling of Australia's Scott Boland! We discuss His stock ball and what he is trying to do! The pace and angle of his run-up! His mid crease position! Wobble seam! His super strength and what you should copy! And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast! If so please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will also love it! If you want to watch the episode then make sure you subscribe to our YouTube page and be part of The Bowlers U...2025-01-1532 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastBowling at LHBs if you're a right armer and RHBs if you're a lefty!In this episode we discuss bowling at LHBs if you are a right armer and RHBs if you are a lefty! We discuss Coffee, Pale Ale, Red Wine and Snoop Dogg! Staying over the wicket and swinging it back in! Positions on the crease! Making sure you can get three modes of dismissal? When to go around the wicket! And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast! If so please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will also love it! If you want to watch the episode t...2025-01-0844 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastNew Year Special | We reflect on a year of podcasting!In this episode we reflect on our first year of podcasting! We discuss Where our downloads are from? Our most downloaded episode! Lessons from Steyn and Abbott! Our funniest guests? New Years resolutions! And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast! If so please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will also love it! If you want to watch the episode then make sure you subscribe to our YouTube page and be part of The Bowlers Union! Subscribe and follow us on all our social m...2025-01-0144 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastChristmas Special | Funny stories from the road!In this episode share some funny stories from our away days! Enjoy our Christmas special! We discuss Making the news in Durham! Broken hand punching a door! Blow ups at Trent Bridge! Holding a BBQ for ransom! Celebrations gone wrong at Hove! And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast! If so please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will also love it! If you want to watch the episode then make sure you subscribe to our YouTube page and be part of The Bowlers Union! 2024-12-251h 09

The Bowler’s Union PodcastPace or Bounce? Swing or Seam?!In this episode we give our answers to our very own quickfire questions. We also look at the results of a recent poll we did on the subject! We discuss Pace or bounce Swing or seam Bowled or caught behind Back of the hand slowy or knuckle ball Yorker or bouncer And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast! If so please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will also love it! If you want to watch the episode then make sure you subscribe to our YouTube...2024-12-1843 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastPro Interview | Jamie OvertonIn this episode we chat with Surrey and England's Jamie Overton! Jamie has had an amazing but challenging career so far! He has won multiple titles with Surrey and is an important part of their current dynasty who in 2025 will be looking for their 4th consecutive title! Prior to that bowled with blistering pace at Somerset where he learned his trade alongside his brother impressing people all over the country. Impressively he has represented England in all 3 formats of the game! All this has been achieved despite having multiple back issues which have restricted the amount he...2024-12-111h 03

The Bowler’s Union PodcastDecember Cricket Update!In this episode we keep you updated with all the latest news on the cricket circuit! We discuss Some listener questions The IPL draft and the high profile bowlers England in the West Indies and NZ! Australia's tough start to the summer County cricket management shake up And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast! If so please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will also love it! If you want to watch the episode then make sure you subscribe to our YouTube page and be part...2024-12-0453 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastPro Interview | Josh HullIn this episode we chat with Leicestershire and England's Josh Hull. Hully has had an amazing year and shot to stardom! In his first full professional season he won the Metro Bank Cup with Leicestershire after having an amazing tournament. He was rewarded for those performances with his first Hundred contract at the Manchester Originals and finally he earned a test cap against Sri Lanka at the Oval. Hully can swing it at good pace and lets not forget the bounce he extracts! Is he England's answer to Mitchell Starc in the future? We certainly...2024-11-2746 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastSpecial Guest Episode | S&C Ross Dewar from Cricket StrengthIn this episode we chat with Ross Dewar from Cricket strength. Ross has a great reputation in the game. He has worked at Northants, Somerset and Worcestershire helping nurture some great talent before concentrating on his own business where he feels he can help players the most! We discuss Why Ross left the pro game Politics in cricket What his perfect warm up looks like! How to integrate strength work into your weekly playing schedule Why assessments are so important but fitness testing is ****! And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast...2024-11-201h 22

The Bowler’s Union PodcastFitness testing and what really goes on!In this episode we talk all about fitness testing! Its one of the most feared days of the year and we give you some background into what really goes on! We discuss Skinfolds and freezing callipers CMJs Sprint Tests S&Cs Run 2s And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast! If so please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will also love it! If you want to watch the episode then make sure you subscribe to our YouTube page and be part of The Bowlers Union!2024-11-1342 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastNovember Cricket Update!In this episode we keep you updated with all the latest news on the cricket circuit! We discuss Some listener questions England losing in Pakistan England's latest central contracts Shakib called for throwing! Lehman is Northants new head coach And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast! If so please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will also love it! If you want to watch the episode then make sure you subscribe to our YouTube page and be part of The Bowlers Union! Subscribe and...2024-11-0643 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastIcon Interview | Liam PlunkettWe chat with former England international and ex Durham, Yorkshire and Surreys Liam Plunkett! Liam is a multi time county championship winner and of course, 2019 world cup winner! In the final he took 3-42 off 10 overs, and took 11 wickets at 24 with an economy at under 5s in the competition. His ability to bowl with pace and aggression while taking wickets in the middle overs set England apart over a period of years leading up-to the world cup win. He is undeniably an integral part of one of the best one day sides of all-time! We...2024-10-3050 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastPro Interview | Mason CraneIn this PRO INTERVIEW we chat with Glamorgan's Mason Crane! Mason has had a fascinating career so far. He burst onto the scene with Hampshire and earned himself an England call-up at a very young age, particularly for a spinner. Mason has since moved clubs and now plays for Glamorgan where he is rediscovering some of his best form and plays a pivotal role for his new county. We discuss Quickfire questions His journey, school coach and moving counties at a young age Sydney grade cricket and playing Sheffield shield for New South Wales ...2024-10-231h 07

The Bowler’s Union PodcastGetting released and being rejected!In this episode we discuss getting released and being rejected! We have both had to deal with being rejected and released during our careers and we share our personal experiences of it! We also discuss how we were able to get through those difficult periods in our lives and hopefully, help you the listeners too! If you want to reach out regarding this subject please message us on any of our social media platforms and we can try and help. We hope you enjoy the podcast as much as we enjoyed recording it...2024-10-1659 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastPro Interview | Josh ShawIn this PRO INTERVIEW we chat with Gloucestershire's Josh Shaw! Its been an amazing year for Gloucestershire and Josh! This interview is fresh off the back of winning the T20 Blast! Gloucestershire's bowling has been awesome throughout the competition and Josh is a main part of the of this title winning group. We discuss Quickfire questions! Job roles! Powerplay bowing and mindset! Surrey hating Bristol! Gloucestershire's bowling depth! And lots more! We hope you enjoy the podcast! If so please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will also...2024-10-091h 11

The Bowler’s Union PodcastWhat happens at the end of the season?!In this episode we discuss what happens at the end of the season. We frequently get asked what we do at the end of the season in October especially. For most UK professionals it tends to be a time of rest and players cant wait to go and recharge the batteries somewhere warm before returning to training. We will go a little deeper for you in this episode! We hope you enjoy the podcast as much as we enjoyed recording it. If this is the case please leave us a 5* review and share it with...2024-10-0259 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastSeptember cricket update | Surrey champions again!In this episode we do a UK cricket round-up! We discuss Surrey champions again! Sussex promotion and who will go up from division 2 with them. We look at Lancashire's possible relegation with Kent. We discuss Gloucestershire's T20 win and the ECB sticking the middle finger up to 50 over cricket. Both Cup finals being scheduled relatively late in the summer but especially the metro bank! We hope you enjoy the podcast as much as we enjoyed recording it. If this is the case please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will...2024-09-2554 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastOn field behaviour and your relationship with umpires!In this episode we discuss umpires. We share one or two stories but our main focus is talking about about how to build relationships with umpires and take a look at on field behaviour! We hope you enjoy the podcast as much as we enjoyed recording it. If this is the case please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will benefit! Also subscribe and follow us on our social media platforms! If you want to watch the episode then subscribe to our YouTube page. Be part of The Bowlers Union!2024-09-1837 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastPro Interview | Joe LeachIn this PRO INTERVIEW we chat with Worcestershire legend and former captain JOE LEACH. We have admired Joe for a long time and his record speaks for itself. A one club man, Joe has captained his county Worcestershire and taken 472 first class wickets for the Pears in a career that started in 2012 and will end upon his retirement at the end of this season. We do the usual quickfire questions, talk about captaincy as a bowler and we discuss Joes transition from batting to being one of the most feared new ball bowlers on the...2024-09-111h 02

The Bowler’s Union PodcastHow do you want to come across as a bowler? Attitude and body language!In this episode we look at how you want to come across as a bowler! We discuss all sorts of things that make up the image you project both on and off the field. We look at behaviour before the game and during warm ups, body language and chat whilst bowling as well as many other things. We agree that how you come across both to your own team, opposition and people watching should be deliberate and thought out. We hope you enjoy the podcast as much as we enjoyed recording...2024-09-0458 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastListener questions answered!In this episode we answer more listener questions! Thanks so much for sending them in via all the social media platforms. We hope you enjoy the podcast as much as we enjoyed recording it. If this is the case please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will benefit! Also subscribe and follow us on our social media platforms! If you want to watch the episode then subscribe to our YouTube page. Be part of The Bowlers Union! All the best Wrighty and Barks @thebowlersunion 2024-09-0138 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastIcon Interview | Jonathan TrottIn this LEGEND/ICON episode we chat with England hero, ICC cricketer of the year 2011 Jonathan Trott! We are so pleased to get our former teammate on the show. Trotty is a fantastic batter who has had an awesome career and although he isnt an out and out bowler his insights are great to hear. He also happens to be a great storyteller. Trotty is the current Afghanistan head coach so as well as having a steller playing career he is able to to give us a unique perspective on bowling with his head coach hat on!2024-08-2150 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastHow to get your recovery right? Our favourite recovery methods!In this episode we discuss recovery methods! Bowling is hard work and recovery plays a huge role in maintaining your performance and helping you play as long as you can! We talk about the big 3 non-negotiables. Sleep, Food and Hydration! Then we discuss all the other things we have tried, successful or not in our 20 years of pro cricket! We hope you enjoy the podcast as much as we enjoyed recording it. If this is the case please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will benefit! Also subscribe...2024-08-1452 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastEngland bowling news!In this episode we discuss the England Lions squad for their upcoming match v Sri Lanka this August! We talk about all the bowlers who have been selected and their attributes. We have two teammates selected and also played against all the other bowlers in the squad. Its a talented squad and the Sri Lanka batters will be in for a tough contest. We hope you enjoy the podcast as much as we enjoyed recording it. If this is the case please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will benefit...2024-08-0944 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastPro Interview | Liam DawsonIn this guest episode we talk with the current county MVP, Hampshire and England's Liam Dawson. Daws is the current MVP in the county game and a man of vast experience. A seriously talented and competitive allrounder. We focus on his SPIN bowling (obviously)! He has been an integral part of the Hampshire team that has been dominant in white ball competitions through the last 15 years! He has represented England in all formats and played in numerous T20 franchise comps across the globe. We talk about field setting, over spin vs side spin, Nathan Lyon...2024-07-3153 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastListener questions answered!In this episode we answer 5 listener questions! Thanks so much for sending them in via all the social media platforms. We hope you enjoy the podcast as much as we enjoyed recording it. If this is the case please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will benefit! Also subscribe and follow us on our social media platforms! If you want to watch the episode then subscribe to our YouTube page. Be part of The Bowlers Union! All the best Wrighty and Barks @thebowlersunion 2024-07-2430 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastEngland's test attack and its future!In this episode we discuss England's test attack and its future?! We talk about the GOAT, retiring Jimmy Anderson, new star Gus Atkinson, not forgetting our favourite, golden boy Chris Woakes. We also look at the other options England called up to the squad and some notable absentees! We hope you enjoy the podcast as much as we enjoyed recording it. If this is the case please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will benefit! Also subscribe and follow us on our social media platforms! If you want...2024-07-1759 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastWhat are the differences between pro cricket and pro football?!In this episode we discuss some differences between pro cricket and pro football (excluding the obvious one £££)! We look at what it is like growing up and performing in the different environments and talk about some of Keith's different coaches and managers. We could have chatted for hours on this so we might do a part two! We hope you enjoy the podcast as much as we enjoyed recording it. If this is the case please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will benefit! Also subscribe and follow us...2024-07-101h 04

The Bowler’s Union PodcastHow to perform when you don't feel at your best!In this episode we discuss how to find a way of performing when you feel like S***! Most of the time you wont feel amazing or as good as you would like to but you still need to perform. You have to find a way! We give you some ideas and tips that should help you get the job done with the ball when you feel like you are struggling or not at your best. We hope you enjoy the podcast as much as we enjoyed recording it. If this is the case...2024-07-0354 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastPro Interview | Oli Hannon-DalbyIn this guest episode we talk with our old teammate Oli Hannon-Dalby. OHD is one of the best pros we know and was a superb teammate. There is some great advice in this show in amongst all the old stories we probably get carried away discussing! We talk about how OHD's game has evolved over the years to where he is now one of the leading bowling in the county championship. We discuss his thoughts on wobble seam and how he utilises it, as well as his tips for taller bowlers! We hope...2024-06-201h 02

The Bowler’s Union PodcastSpecial Guest Episode | Sports Aerodynamicist & Data Analyst Aaron BriggsIn this special guest episode we chat with sports aerodynamicist and data analyst Aaron Briggs! What an unbelievable guest Aaron is! He reached out after listening to our episode on swing. We had to get him on the podcast to share his incredible knowledge and set the record straight about how and why a cricket ball swings! He did a PHD at Cambridge Uni on the aerodynamics of swing bowling. We discuss everything to do with swing. How to look after the ball, what atmospheric conditions help swing, the optimal pace to suit the air...2024-05-301h 25

The Bowler’s Union PodcastPro Interview | Olly StoneIn this guest episode we chat with Nottinghamshire and England's Olly Stone! Olly is our former teammate of ours and one of the best we have played with. He has the ability to take wickets and make something happen. He has raw pace and has added some skills in the last few years. We discuss Olly's youth cricket and his move to Northampton at young age. We talk about his injuries and how he has overcome them as well as him upskilling in recent times. We hope you enjoy the podcast as much...2024-05-231h 02

The Bowler’s Union PodcastIcon Interview | Shaun PollockIn this LEGEND/ICON episode we chat with South Africa's leading ODI wicket taker and 2nd highest test wicket taker Shaun Pollock! It was quite surreal chatting with Polly! We grew up watching and admiring him! He was excellent to talk to and is so articulate. You can tell why he also has a great career as a tv pundit after his stellar international career. He is a natural storyteller! We discuss Pollys love of white ball cricket, how his action changed throughout his career and who his influences were growing up and as a y...2024-04-2459 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastThe Kookaburra ball and what we think about it!On this episode we discuss the use of the Kookaburra ball in the UK and the county championship. We discuss why it is being used, its characteristics and how it plays. Is the ball the reason for all the huge scores so far this April! We hope you enjoy the podcast as much as we enjoyed recording it. If this is the case please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will benefit! Also subscribe and follow us on all our social media platforms! Be part of The Bowlers Union! 2024-04-1744 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastIcon Interview | Dale SteynIn this LEGEND/ICON episode we chat with the greatest quick bowler of all-time. South Africa's leading test wicket taker and a man with the best strike rate of anyone to have taken over 300 test wickets!!! DALE STEYN!!! It was awesome chatting with Dale and we could have chatted for hours but we thought we better not push our luck (we will try and get him on the podcast again)! His knowledge is outstanding and you can see why he has been such a force in both franchise and test cricket. More impressive than his knowledge was...2024-04-101h 05

The Bowler’s Union PodcastPro Interview | Craig OvertonIn this guest episode we chat with England international and county gun Craig Overton! We were so glad to get Craig on the podcast after a little miscommunication over text. We wouldn't want to get on the wrong side of Craig as he is such a fierce competitor and loves a bit of an on field battle! He isn't much fun to play against but was a great podcast guest and we really enjoyed sharing some stories with him. On the field Craigs stats are very impressive, he has nearly 500 first class wickets at 23 and still plenty...2024-04-031h 02

The Bowler’s Union PodcastOur biggest triggers in cricket!On this episode we discuss our biggest triggers in cricket! There are multiple things that can cause us to pull our hair out and possibly you too! Including dodgy umpires, batters and sloppy fielders! We try to come up with a top 10 triggers although I am sure we could have identified more! We love the game but these things really test our patience! We hope you enjoy the podcast as much as we enjoyed recording it. If this is the case please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think w...2024-03-2736 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastPro Interview | Kyle AbbottIn this guest episode we chat with former South African international and current Hampshire bowler Kyle Abbott! Kyle has averaged over 50 wickets per season since joining Hampshire. He has a test bowling average of 22 and a first class average of 21! The way he talks about bowling you would think its very easy and advises people to keep it simple but work incredibly hard! We talk about why he prefers seam to swing, how he doesn't want too much bounce, and why he hates being left more than twice per over! He really goes into detail...2024-03-201h 10

The Bowler’s Union PodcastPro Interview | Luke FletcherIn this guest episode we chat with Nottinghamshire CCCs Luke Fletcher. Luke is a current Nottinghamshire CCC player and cult hero. He is definitely one of the most recognisable and popular players on the county circuit (unless you are an opening batter). Luke is closing in on 500 first class wickets at an average in the mid twenties and an exceptional economy rate. He is also renowned for having an unbelievable yorker which he utilises in the short forms of the game, including the Hundred where he has played for Welsh Fire and Trent Rockets. He has won...2024-03-061h 01

The Bowler’s Union PodcastWhat are the best away trips on the county circuit? TRIGGER WARNING!On this episode we discuss what are the best away trips on the county circuit! There are multiple things that can make or break a good week away for us. Changing room size, lunches, showers, pitches and proximity to good coffee shops! We look at every county from north to south and discuss each away trips pros and cons from our experiences before we finally give you our top 5! We hope you enjoy the podcast as much as we enjoyed recording it. If this is the case please leave us a 5* review and s...2024-02-281h 02

The Bowler’s Union PodcastIcon Interview | Graeme 'Pop' WelchIn this guest episode we chat with the legendary bowling coach Graeme 'Pop' Welch. Pop is a fantastic coach (we both agree). He has coached us at Essex, Warwickshire and Hampshire. Pops coaching style is based on an individuals needs so sessions can look very different from each others but they are underpinned by his philosophy of hard work and being a good teammate. He has strong values and is a philosophical guy! Pops coaching CV is very impressive and he has lead bowling units to trophies in every format of the game including, most...2024-02-2149 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastIcon Interview | Rikki ClarkeIn this legend/icon episode we chat with our former Warwickshire teammate Rikki Clarke. Rikki is a former England international and county cricket legend who has represented Surrey, Derbyshire and Warwickshire. Rikki has been a really dependable performer over his career and has won multiple trophies with Surrey and Warwickshire in particular. He burst onto the scene in the early 2000s, however his bowling really peeked later in his career after his move to Warwickshire which we discuss. He has a staggeringly good T20 economy rate of 7.55 often bowling straight through the powerplay! He credits lots of...2024-02-0751 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastThe stock ball and why yours must be great!On this episode we discuss why you need to have a stock ball! We discuss, what is a stock ball is? Why a stock ball is so important, and how it is the cornerstone of your whole gameplan! Finally, we suggest how you can work out what the right stock ball for you is?! We hope you enjoy the podcast as much as we enjoyed recording it. If this is the case please leave us a 5* review and share it with someone you think will benefit! Also subscribe and follow us on our...2024-01-3136 min

The County Cricket PodcastThe Chris Wright and Keith Barker PodcastWelcome to Episode 279 of The County Cricket Podcast! On today's episode, host Aaron sat down with the legendary duo of Chris Wright and Keith Barker to discuss their brand new podcast, look back on the many highlights from their incredible stint together at Warwickshire, take a deeper dive into the battle that they shared at the 2023 Metro Bank One Day Cup Final and also touch upon their future aspirations in the game heading into the Summer of 2024 and beyond. If you enjoyed this episode please feel free to share it with any cricket fans that you know and be...2024-01-251h 16

The Bowler’s Union PodcastHow to bowl a better length!On this episode we discuss one of the fundamentals of bowling, length! We discuss, what is a good length? Is a good length the same in all conditions, at all levels and across all formats? We look at a couple of situations where your length could be different from batter to batter, and how slopes can make finding the right length challenging! Finally, we sum up how we try to establish what the right length is at any given match and give some advice on how you can improve your length bashing in...2024-01-2434 min

The Bowler’s Union PodcastPro Interview | Chris WoodIn our first interview episode we chat with Chris Wood. He is Hampshire CCC's leading all-time T20 wicket taker. This is quite some achievement and he has lead the bowling attack during the county's most successful period in its history, opening the attack and closing games out at the death. He personally has 3 T20 titles and 2 one-day cup titles in his trophy cabinet. Not only is he a superb bowler he's a good bloke which we love. He was a pleasure to chat to and we think you listeners will really enjoy what he has...2024-01-1935 min