Baird out, Saffas win and Japanese wides
Summary
Pete Lawler analyzes Mike Baird's resignation as Cricket Australia chair following a failed push for privatization, while Ferdos Munda offers a South African perspective on their ODI series win and the intense anticipation for the upcoming Test matches. The episode also features Dan Cherney discussing Australia's white-ball struggles and the prospect of South African Test cricket, alongside Ali Martin wrapping up the eventful English summer. Finally, Declan Suzuki McComb from Japan breaks down the technical debate surrounding what constitutes a wide against India.
Topics discussed
Intro and Newcastle Knights Grand Final
Pete Lawler on Mike Baird leaving Cricket Australia
Privatisation model and state cricket opposition
Need for unanimity in Australian cricket
Global franchise cricket and T20 importance
Recalling the 2018 Sandpaper scandal
Player grief and the sad Joburg Test
South Africa series preview and media landscape
Media shrinkage and social media toxicity
Temba Bavuma's career and South Africa's form
Cricket South Africa financial challenges
SA20 franchise league and diversity issues
Upcoming schedules and weather concerns
Australia batting struggles in India
Australia spin options and team dynamics
White ball patchiness and player injuries
Short-termism in Test cricket and Mitch Marsh
England's new leadership and Kevin Pietersen
Stephen Fleming's impact and Ben Stokes
England squad depth and Chris Woakes' story
Japan cricket and interview with Declan
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