Episodes
Host Laura McGoldrick, Ian Smith and Mike Hesson discuss the Black Caps' recent Chappell Hadlee Series defeat to Australia, concerns around Kane Williamson's form, and New Zealand's chances at next month's T20 World Cup.
Published 09/13/22
We talk about the key players in the West Indies series and Trent Boult's decision to reduce his International calendar.  Also Kane Williamson's form and the emergence of some key young players in the side.  Plus a new segment - SUPER OVER.  
Published 08/23/22
Laura McGoldrick, Ian Smith and Mike Hesson review the Black Caps test series vs England and preview their upcoming White Ball series in the UK. Plus announce some exciting news for women's cricket in NZ
Published 07/06/22
Laura McGoldrick, Ian Smith and Mike Hesson Analyze the Blackcaps 2nd test vs England and take a look at other action from around the Cricketing world
Published 06/22/22
Laura McGoldrick, Ian Smith and Mike Hesson Analyze the Blackcaps first test vs England and take a look at other action from around the Cricketing world
Published 06/10/22
Laura McGoldrick, Ian Smith and Mike Hesson preview the upcoming Blackcaps series in England
Published 06/02/22
Laura McGoldrick, Ian Smith and Mike Hesson take a look at the recently concluded woman's ODI world cup in New Zealand as well as wrap up the men's Test summer. 
Published 04/11/22
Laura Smithy and Hess wrap up the recently concluded Ashes series in Australia.
Published 01/23/22
In the final show for the year Smith, Hess and Laura wrap up the first Ashes test at the Gabba and look ahead at what this might mean for the next 4 tests.
Published 12/15/21
Sky's Laura McGoldrick is joined by former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson and commentator Ian Smith to look back at Ajaz Patel's historic bowling performance, and New Zealand's batting capitulation in the second test against India.  Plus, Laura catches up with newly-crowned WBBL champion Sophie Devine from Perth, ahead of a massive summer of cricket for the White Ferns. 
Published 12/08/21
Sky's Laura McGoldrick is joined by Ian Smith and Mike Hesson to review the Blackcaps' dramatic first test draw against India. The trio also look ahead to the final match of the series in Mumbai, and the leadership changes at Cricket Australia. 
Published 11/30/21
Sky's Laura McGoldrick is joined by former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson and commentator Ian Smith to review New Zealand's disappointing T20 series defeat to India. They also look forward to the upcoming test series, and ask whether the Blackcaps can turn things around? Plus, the trio discuss the latest from the Tim Paine scandal, ponder who the next Australian captain will be, and reflect on the amazing career of AB de Villiers.
Published 11/23/21
Sky's Laura McGoldrick is joined by Ian Smith and Mike Hesson to review New Zealand's campaign at the T20 World Cup. Did they overachieve, and where did it go wrong against Australia? Plus, the trio look forward to the Blackcaps' tour of India, starting with three T20s. 
Published 11/16/21
Sky's Laura McGoldrick is joined by former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson, and NZ keeper-turned-broadcaster Ian Smith, to reflect on yet another title for the Chennai Super Kings in the IPL. The team salute the Kiwi coaches making their mark on the competition, before diving in to an extensive preview of the Blackcaps' chances at the T20 World Cup. Plus, the trio also touch on The Ashes, and Rahul Dravid's push to become the next Indian coach. 
Published 10/19/21
Sky's Laura McGoldrick is joined by former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson and keeper-turned-broadcaster Ian Smith for an in-depth look at the latest cricket news. This week, the trio discuss the fallout after the Blackcaps abandon their tour of Pakistan, review RCB's poor opener in the IPL, discuss New Zealand's chances at the T20 World Cup, and look at some encouraging signs from the White Ferns in England. 
Published 09/24/21
Sky's Laura McGoldrick is joined by former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson and former NZ wicket-keeper Ian Smith for a wrap of the latest cricket news. This week, Mike updates us on RCB's preparations for their opening IPL game, the trio review the Blackcaps Bangladesh series, and look ahead to New Zealand's first tour of Pakistan in 18 years.
Published 09/15/21
Sky's Laura McGoldrick, former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson, and keeper-turned-broadcaster Ian Smith wrap up the latest news from the cricketing world. This week, the trio discuss New Zealand and Colin de Grandhomme's form in Bangladesh, the White Ferns in England, the CPL, India v England, and whether the Aussies will steamroll their way to a dominant Ashes victory later in the year. 
Published 09/08/21
Sky's Laura McGoldrick is joined by former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson and commentator Ian Smith for a wrap of the latest cricket news. The trio discuss the coaching changes at the Royal Challengers Bangalore, the Blackcaps tour of Bangladesh, whether Justin Langer will still be the coach of Australia for the Ashes, and the White Ferns vital series against England.
Published 08/26/21
With the IPL season on hold, Sky's Laura McGoldrick gets the latest insight on the biggest T20 competition in the world from commentator Ian Smith, and former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson. The trio discuss whether the tournament can get up and running again this year, look ahead to the Blackcaps' tour of England, reflect on the legacy of BJ Watling, and break down the latest comments from Cameron Bancroft.
Published 05/18/21
Sky Sport commentator Ian Smith and former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson review the early stages of the IPL, focusing on the dream start for the Royal Challengers Bangalore. Mike explains why they've had so much success, his thoughts on Kyle Jamieson and Finn Allen, and what's going to change now that they've moved from Chennai to Mumbai. The pair also ask whether South Africa will pick AB de Villiers for the T20 World Cup, and reflect on the career of Iain Gallaway. 
Published 04/21/21
We had some technical issues this week, but we did manage to salvage some of the best parts. Join host Laura McGoldrick, former NZ wicket-keeper Ian Smith and RCB's Director of Cricket Mike Hesson for a mini preview of the upcoming IPL season. 
Published 04/07/21
Sky Sport commentator Ian Smith, World Cup winner Emily Drumm and former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson review the fourth test between India and England, and the series overall. Did it disappoint? How dominant are India going to be now? And why was England's batting so bad? The trio also discuss the White Ferns' problems, the Blackcaps' T20 series win against Australia, the latest IPL news, and Akila Dananjaya's hero-to-zero moment against the West Indies.
Published 03/10/21
Sky Sport commentator Ian Smith, World Cup winner Emily Drumm and former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson review the third test between India and England. What's gone wrong for the visitors? Was the pitch unfair? Have England lost the ability to bat? The trio also look at the White Ferns' struggles against England, wonder if there's a way back for Aaron Finch, discuss what's happening with Kyle Jamieson, and look at the respective comebacks of Chris Gayle and Fidel Edwards.
Published 03/03/21
Sky Sport commentator Ian Smith, World Cup winner Emily Drumm and former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson review the opening test between India and England. Is Joe Root back in the Fab Four? Why are Rahane and Pujara under pressure? Is Kohli feeling the heat? The trio also wrap up the White Ferns squad, dissect Pakistan's win against South Africa, look at a remarkable debut from Kyle Mayers and decide whether Finn Allen should get a call-up to the Blackcaps.
Published 02/11/21