Wasim Akram: India v Pakistan Test Hopes & Playing Under Bumble | Stick to Cricket Ep 9

Wasim Akram joins Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook, David Lloyd, and Michael Vaughan on Stick to Cricket for an unforgettable, wide-ranging episode packed with fascinating stories and laughs – brought to you by Betfair!Phil Tufnell calls Wasim one of the toughest opponents he ever faced, and Wasim shares the gameplan behind his game. Wasim takes us back to his early days, how he got into cricket, the first time he realised he was getting paid and his thoughts on the best batsmen he faced. We dive into memories of the 1992 World Cup and what it was like playing under the legendary Imran Khan. Wasim also gives his thoughts on Ben Stokes and the influence of coach Bumble!He also opens up about his diabetes diagnosis seen and the enduring rivalry of India vs Pakistan, hopes for future Test matches, and who he thinks wins in the battle of best batters versus best bowlers.If you enjoy the episode, hit like and SUBSCRIBE now for more amazing Stick to Cricket content! 🔔00:00 - Introduction & Banter01:27 - Cricket Memories and Stories12:41 - Early Life and Cricket in Pakistan16:02 - Joining the Pakistan Team19:52 - Playing with Legends & Imran Khan24:45 - Reverse Swing and Bowling Techniques29:48 - 1992 World Cup Memories34:45 - Playing Under Imran Khan41:30 - Lancashire and County Cricket Culture46:00 - Managing Diabetes as an Athlete52:00 - Community Questions57:30 - India vs Pakistan thoughts1:01:43 - Closing Thoughts & FarewellFOLLOW STICK TO CRICKET ON SOCIAL 👇🏏Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sticktocricket/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577370443364TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@sticktocricketX - https://x.com/StickToCricketSUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL HERE https://www.youtube.com/@TheOverlapCricket?sub_confirmation=1SUBSCRIBE TO THE OVERLAP BREAKDOWN CHANNEL HEREhttps://www.youtube.com/@TheOverlapBreakdownSUBSCRIBE TO THE OVERLAP NEWSLETTER https://substack.com/@theoverlapnewsletterSUBSCRIBE TO THE OVERLAP UShttps://www.youtube.com/@TheOverlapUSSUBSCRIBE TO NOT JUST FOOTBALLwww.youtube.com/@TheOverlapNotJustFootball?sub_confirmation=1SUBSCRIBE TO STICK TO RUGBY HEREhttps://www.youtube.com/@TheOverlapRugbyLISTEN TO OUR PODCASTSStick to Football - https://tr.ee/JI6l3Dj-4OThe Overlap - https://tr.ee/h07F3Fsuh3It Was What It Was - https://podfollow.com/1745066482The Overlap US - https://podfollow.com/1769260064The Breakdown Podcast - https://podfollow.com/1771490639Not Just Football - https://podfollow.com/1772633121----------------------------------------------------------------------Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode - and please leave a review to help others find us too. Thanks! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rugby legend Sam Burgess joins Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook, David Lloyd and Michael Vaughan on Stick to Cricket for a powerful, wide-ranging episode full of thrilling stories and laughs – brought to you by Betfair! Sam discusses winning the NRL Grand Final with a broken jaw, pulling off prank calls with Russell Crowe and the personal battles he faced after losing his dad at a young age.He also reflects on his controversial move to rugby union, why it didn’t work out, and what he learned from stepping outside of league.Now head coach of the Warrington Wolves, Sam talks leadership, culture and what it's like to go from the dressing room to the coaches’ box. We also get into his genuine love for cricket, his childhood heroes, and whether he ever fancied picking up a bat instead of the ball!Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode - and please leave a review to help others find us too. Thanks!00:00 Intro01:25 Early Cricket & Rugby Memories04:12 School Days08:32 Coaching Warrington Wolves13:12 Meeting Russell Crowe’s16:55 Life in Australia21:00 The Grand Final & Playing with Injury27:00 Switching to Rugby Union30:45 SAS Escape Story38:00 Community Questions & Fun Stories44:00 Closing Remarks & Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook, David "Bumble" Lloyd and Michael Vaughan for another unmissable episode of Stick to Cricket – brought to you by Betfair! 🏏🔥 The panel reacts to England's latest Test against India, Chris Woakes batting whilst injured, questions around the vice-captaincy and Harry Brook’s regret after a great innings. 🤔 Cook and Vaughan discuss how this performance sets England up for the Ashes and how England would fare if Ben Stokes is injured. Mohammed Siraj’s spell gets high praise, while Tuffers and Bumble weigh in on the pressure moments that turned the match. 👀 There’s plenty of insight, a few laughs and the usual chaos as the team break down this week’s cricket action. 🙌🔥 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cricket meets comedy as Andy Zaltzman joins Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook, David Lloyd and Michael Vaughan for Episode 6 of Stick to Cricket - brought to you by Betfair! 🏏We break down Cook’s latest Legends League outing (with another hands-on demo from Phil), why spinners are bowling no-balls and dig into Ben Stokes' growing influence, plus why Joe Root is England’s ‘greatest ever’.Andy tells us if and when he thinks Joe Root could break Sachin’s record, where Liam Dawson could improve and answers your community questions.If you're enjoying the show - don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Please consider leaving us a five-star review to help others find the show too. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ravi Shastri joins Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook, David Lloyd and Michael Vaughan for a blockbuster episode of Stick to Cricket – brought to you by Betfair! 🇮🇳🏏From epic rivalries to iconic commentary moments, Ravi dives into the heart of Indian cricket – including the rise of superstars like Shubman Gill and Bumrah, how players handle the pressure, and just how big the game has become on and off the field. 💰📈There’s analysis of India vs England, reflections on Ben Stokes in the clutch, and a spicy take on which rivalry runs deeper: India vs Pakistan or England vs Australia. Plus, Bumble’s shirt turns heads, Cook gets a review of his Legends League form, and we get stories you won’t hear anywhere else – including Sylvester Clarke and the name of Ravi’s dog. 🐶🥃Shastri also names his top five Indian cricketers of all time – and yes, you’ll want to hear who makes the cut.If you're enjoying the show - don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Please consider leaving us a five-star review to help others find the show too. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cricket legend Brian Lara joins Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook, David Lloyd and Michael Vaughan for a must-listen episode of Stick to Cricket, brought to you by Betfair!From his famous records to backyard cricket, Lara opens up on the talent, pressure, and street smarts that shaped a world-record-breaking career. He reveals what it was like meeting his idols, playing football before cricket, and the Shane Warne rivalry.The panel also dig into West Indies cricket today, why the reverse sweep isn’t for everyone, and the biggest problem facing the modern game. Plus, Lara drops a few stories you won’t hear anywhere else - including the legendary parties at his house in Trinidad!If you're enjoying the show - don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Please consider leaving us a five-star review to help others find the show too. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join cricket legends Phil Tufnell, Sir Alastair Cook, David "Bumble" Lloyd and Michael Vaughan for another action-packed episode of Stick to Cricket - brought to you by Betfair! 🏏🔥The team dives into everything from Duke vs. Kookaburra balls to whether spin bowlers will make the difference vs India. Sir Alastair shares his thoughts on bowling first, India’s pressure game, and why England might just need another player like… Alastair Cook 👀Bumble reveals his batting theories, Tuffers pulls out the bat again and Cook chats Ollie Pope.Shubman Gill and Jamie Smith both earn high praise, while the panel debate who really are the favourites going into the next Test. And don't miss Bumble sharing some vintage tales about drinks on the field.If you're enjoying the show - don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Please consider leaving us a five-star review to help others find the show too. Thank you!FOLLOW STICK TO CRICKET ON SOCIAL 👇🏏Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sticktocricket/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577370443364TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@sticktocricketX - https://x.com/StickToCricketSUBSCRIBE TO THE YOUTUBE CHANNEL HEREhttps://www.youtube.com/@TheOverlapCricket?sub_confirmation=1SUBSCRIBE TO THE OVERLAP BREAKDOWN CHANNEL HEREhttps://www.youtube.com/@TheOverlapBreakdownSUBSCRIBE TO THE OVERLAP NEWSLETTER https://substack.com/@theoverlapnewsletterSUBSCRIBE TO THE OVERLAP UShttps://www.youtube.com/@TheOverlapUSSUBSCRIBE TO NOT JUST FOOTBALLwww.youtube.com/@TheOverlapNotJustFootball?sub_confirmation=1SUBSCRIBE TO STICK TO RUGBY HEREhttps://www.youtube.com/@TheOverlapRugbyLISTEN TO OUR PODCASTSStick to Football - https://tr.ee/JI6l3Dj-4OThe Overlap - https://tr.ee/h07F3Fsuh3It Was What It Was - https://podfollow.com/1745066482The Overlap US - https://podfollow.com/1769260064The Breakdown Podcast - https://podfollow.com/1771490639Not Just Football - https://podfollow.com/1772633121 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cricket legend Freddie Flintoff joins Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, David Lloyd and Phil Tufnell for an unforgettable episode of Stick to Cricket - brought to you by Betfair! 🏏🔥Freddie opens up about his emotional journey through the game – from fighting just to play cricket as a kid to nearly joining the WWE after retirement.He reflects on life after cricket, including his love for coaching, stepping into the boxing ring, and finding enjoyment beyond the pitch.Plus: hear why he still misses cricket, what motivates him today, and the hilarious story behind how close he really came to becoming a wrestling superstar!If you're enjoying the show - don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Please consider leaving us a five-star review to help others find the show too. Thank you!FOLLOW STICK TO CRICKET ON SOCIAL 👇🏏Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sticktocricket/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577370443364TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@sticktocricketX - https://x.com/StickToCricketSUBSCRIBE TO THE YOUTUBE CHANNEL HEREhttps://www.youtube.com/@TheOverlapCricket?sub_confirmation=1SUBSCRIBE TO THE OVERLAP BREAKDOWN CHANNEL HEREhttps://www.youtube.com/@TheOverlapBreakdownSUBSCRIBE TO THE OVERLAP NEWSLETTER https://substack.com/@theoverlapnewsletterSUBSCRIBE TO THE OVERLAP UShttps://www.youtube.com/@TheOverlapUSSUBSCRIBE TO NOT JUST FOOTBALLwww.youtube.com/@TheOverlapNotJustFootball?sub_confirmation=1SUBSCRIBE TO STICK TO RUGBY HEREhttps://www.youtube.com/@TheOverlapRugbyLISTEN TO OUR PODCASTSStick to Football - https://tr.ee/JI6l3Dj-4OThe Overlap - https://tr.ee/h07F3Fsuh3It Was What It Was - https://podfollow.com/1745066482The Overlap US - https://podfollow.com/1769260064The Breakdown Podcast - https://podfollow.com/1771490639Not Just Football - https://podfollow.com/1772633121 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join cricket legends Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, David Lloyd and Phil Tufnell for the launch of the FIRST EVER episode of Stick to Cricket! 🏏🔥They discuss the thrilling first Test between England and India at Headingley, relive England's memorable chase and discuss the challenges faced by Indian skipper Shubman Gill in his Test captaincy debut.The team celebrates Ben Stokes' "special" leadership and ask if Ben Duckett's among the game's best all-format players right now?Plus: Phil Tufnell re-enacts Rishabh Pant's role-poly ramp shot - and the gang also discuss why Test Cricket is the best it's ever been.If you enjoy the pod - don't forget to subscribe so you won't miss an episode - and please consider leaving a five-star review to help others find the show. Thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.