The Fast Bowling Cartel
BackChat Studios 69 episodes Nov 12, 2026
The Fast Bowling Cartel is a cricket podcast hosted by Australian fast-bowling greats Glenn McGrath, Damien Fleming and Jason Gillespie. The three former pacemen break down the craft of fast bowling, share stories from their playing tours, and offer an unfiltered look at life inside the Australian team set-up. Episodes mix technical analysis with candid anecdotes and no-nonsense opinions. It is produced by BackChat Studios and supported through Patreon.
Episodes
Geoff Lawson: Imran’s Reverse Swing Secrets, Bowling to Viv & the Uzzie Fallout
Former Australian quick Geoff “Henry” Lawson joins the Fast Bowling Cartel, and they all give their take on the fallout from Uzzie’s Sandpapergate claims. Henry also lifts the lid on what Imran Khan taught him about reverse swing, shares stories from a career facing the great West Indies, and names the toughest batsmen he ever bowled to.
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Top 5 Nightwatchmen of All Time (and That 201 Not Out)
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Dizzy is back from South Africa, which means the top five nightwatchmen of all time can finally happen. Flem, Dizzy and Pidge each bring a list, argue over who actually counts as a nightwatchman, and trade stories about getting through the last hour of a day’s play against a fresh n
Outplayed and Outworked: The South Africa Series Review
South Africa have won the series 2-1 and taken the No.1 Test ranking off Australia for the first time since 2016. Flem, Dizzy and Pidge pull apart the Cape Town Test and a series that got away from the Aussies.
Dizzy is back from South Africa, so the three of them work through what went wrong at Newlands: Pat Cummins' call to bowl first, the Mitchell Starc spell that kept Australia in it, Simon H
All Eyes on Cape Town...
Flem & Pidge hold the fort down as they dissect a nightmare second Test for the Aussies, with Diz MIA (asleep somewhere in South Africa, we think). Australia were rolled for a nervous 99 and lost by an innings and 31 runs, and the series is level at one-all.
00:00 Rolled for 99 and where’s Diz?03:02 Bavuma’s 179 and Jansen’s blitz turn the Test07:55 Rabada’s return lifts South Africa11:04 Starc’s
Who are the best South African quicks ever? McGrath, Gillespie & Fleming have their say..
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Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie, and Damien Fleming break down their top five best EVER South African quicks.
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Australia's Test Team Returns to South Africa!
Flem, Dizzy and Pidge dissect the upcoming South Africa vs Australia Test series, revisit the memories of Sandpapergate, unpack some shock squad selections and plenty more!
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5 times batters made Shaun Pollock's life... difficult
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South African great Shaun Pollock breaks down the FIVE times batters made his life a bit... difficult!
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Shaun Pollock Talks the Modern Game, His Love of Playing in Australia & His 5 Times Batsmen Made Life... Difficult
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South African great Shaun Pollock joins Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie and Damien Fleming to reflect on his incredible career, including an important mentor in his early days, how surfaces have changed in the modern game and his continued love of cricket through commentary.
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Australia wins in Zimbabwe
Australia's first tour of Zimbabwe in 12 years ends 3–0, but it was closer than it looks. The Cartel digs into Nathan Ellis's brilliant series with bat and ball, Hazlewood's return, Billy Stanlake's injury, and the Zimbabwe seamers who nearly stole the decider. Plus, a last-wicket heist and Marsh admitting his side got lucky.
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Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie & Damien Fleming build the PERFECT fast bowler
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Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie, and Damien Fleming build the best EVER bowler utilising different attributes of various fast bowlers.
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Who are the best Pakistani quicks ever? McGrath, Gillespie & Fleming have their say
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Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie, and Damien Fleming break down their top five ever Pakistani quicks.
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Who are the best left-arm quicks ever? McGrath, Gillespie & Fleming have their say
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Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie, and Damien Fleming break down their top five best EVER left-arm quicks.
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Australia's Next Test Challenge Awaits
Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie and Damien Fleming are back for another Fast Bowling Cartel, breaking down Australia’s Test squad for South Africa, the Adelaide Strikers’ latest signing, and how the style of Test cricket has evolved through the decades.
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Starc Blasts Bangladesh
Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie, and Damien Fleming break down Mitchell Starc's brutal 10/51 match haul (6/12 & 4/39) that bowled Australia to an innings-and-51-run win over Bangladesh inside two days, levelling the series 1-1 after the Darwin loss. The trio dig into Starc's twin spells, Pat Cummins' support act (3/25 & 3/10), Shoriful Islam's stunning 7/48 counterpunch, and 18 wickets falling on d
Bangladesh Beats Australia!
Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie and Damien Fleming react to Australia getting smashed by nine wickets in Darwin — a first Bangladesh Test win on Aussie soil, after they'd been bowled out for 54 in the tour game a week earlier.
The Cartel unpacks how it happened: Hasan Mahmud and Mehidy Miraz ripping through the top order, a Marrara pitch that turned the "world's best attack" into passengers, and a
The Dizzy 201 Trophy - Australia vs Bangladesh Preview
This week Flem and Dizzy preview the upcoming test series between Australia & Bangladesh.
They discuss 'that innings' the form of Australia & Bangladesh and what to expect over these 2 test matches.
Plus Plenty more!
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0:00 Intro
6:40 Australis vs Bangladesh History
14:40 Bangladesh vs CA 11
26:30 The FBC
30:00 Batsmen
40:08 Results
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Merv Hughes Talks Hat-Tricks, Sledging and Toughest Opponents
Merv Hughes joins Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie and Damien Fleming for a laugh-filled look back at his career — from raw Victorian quick to Ashes-winning enforcer. Expect sledging duels, legendary send-offs, dressing room pranks, and plenty of tall tales as the boys needle Merv about which stories have grown in the telling. A must-listen for fans of old-school fast bowling folklore.
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Patreon Excerpt | What is Cricket in Darwin like?
What is it like bowling in the top end?
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The End of BazBall & BBL In India
Pigeon, Dizzy and Flem tackle the big questions: is Bazball officially dead, and who should be England's next head coach? Plus, the Big Bash heading to India — smart move or selling out? And the debate to end all debates: the top 5 fast bowling pairs of all time. Strong opinions guaranteed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Adam Gilchrist talks BazBall, NZ cricket & keeping to Australian greats
Damien Fleming and Jason Gillespie are joined by Adam Gilchrist for a ripper chat covering BazBall, the rise of New Zealand cricket, the craft of wicketkeeping, and a debate over Australia's greatest ever fast bowlers. Pull up a chair for this one.
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England Boozing, Williamson Retires & Coaching Conundrums
Glenn McGrath and Damien Fleming are back and not holding back. This week the boys tackle England's drinking culture controversy — genuine problem or storm in a teacup? They also pay tribute to the great Kane Williamson as he walks away from Test cricket, reflect on why he never quite got the recognition he deserved, and dig into the coaching merry-go-rounds causing headaches across the internatio
Kiwi Commentary Icon - Dazzling Danny Morrison
"WHAT'S THE CORRIDOR OF UNCERTAINTY, DANNY?!"
The boys are joined by one of cricket's most recognisable voices New Zealand fast bowling legend and beloved commentator Danny Morrison. From terrorising batters at Eden Park to making living rooms around the world feel like a party, Danny has done it all. The Cartel boys sit down with the man himself to talk outswingers, on-air chaos, life on the int
Melbourne Merger & Best (worst) Room mates
The Cartel is back and firing on all cylinders. Pidge, Dizzy and Flem settle in for one of their best yet. McGrath runs through the best left-handers he ever bowled to, Gillespie reveals his favourite Test grounds from a career spent touring the world, the boys weigh in on the proposed merger between the Melbourne Stars and Renegades, and Fleming shares the best and worst roommates he's had along
Best Batsmen, Favourite Grounds & Left Handed Batsmen
Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie & Damien Fleming put together a list of the best batsmen they have bowled to, the top cricket grounds around the world and the best left handers.
0:00 Intro
0:30 Top 5 Batsmen Jason Gillespie Bowled to
8:00 Glenn McGraths Top 5 Cricket Grounds
17:00 Damien Flemings Top 5 Left Handed Batsmen
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Big Bash League Privatisation & Australian Selections
Damien Fleming, Glenn McGrath and Jason Gillespie are back behind the mics for another episode of The Fast Bowling Cartel. Gillespie reflects on his experiences in the Pakistan Super League, McGrath provides his thoughts on privatisation in the Big Bash League and Fleming discussed whether Andrew Flintoff will make a good coach for the Sydney Thunder Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more
Andy Bichel talks World Cup, Queensland and Coaching
Damien Fleming, Michael Kasprowicz and Jason Gillespie sit down with Andy Bichel to revisit his standout moments in Australian cricket from World Cup heroics to life in the fast‑bowling group and explore how he’s now shaping the next generation through coaching. A sharp, fun chat packed with stories, insight and classic fast bowler energy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio
From Keeper to Bowler with Craig ‘Chalky’ White
Damien Fleming, Jason Gillespie and Glenn McGrath are joined by Craig ‘Chalky’ White.
From Keeper to Bowler and Brother-in-law of Darren Lehmann, Chalky shares some incredible cricket stories.
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The Art of Fast Bowling
Damien Fleming, Jason Gillespie and Glenn McGrath celebrate the birthday of their former teammate Craig McDermott.
Discuss classic Billy stories, and the art of fast bowling.
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SHORT BALL | TOP 5 IPL Bowlers
Jason Gillespie, Damien Fleming and Glenn McGrath rank their Top 5 IPL Bowlers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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IPL, PSL & Sheffield Shield Final
Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie and Damien Fleming are back talking cricket.. FAST
The IPL is on, Dizzy is coaching in the PSL and South Australia wins the Sheffield Shield.
There’s a Top 5, an impromptu give me a spell and plenty more!
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Kagiso Rabada talks Test Championships, World Cups & Bouncers
Glenn McGrath, Damien Fleming, and Jason Gillespie are joined by one of the most exciting fast bowlers on the planet — South Africa's Kagiso Rabada. KG sits down with three of the game's great wicket-takers to reflect on his rise through the ranks, the craft of fast bowling, and what keeps him hungry at the top of his game. Three legends, one superstar, and plenty of pace talk. Don't miss it. Host
SHORT BALL | T20 World Cup Team of the tournament
Damien Fleming, Jason Gillespie and Glenn McGrath rank their Team of the Tournament for the 2026 T20 World Cup! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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India Win T20 World Cup
Damien Fleming, Jason Gillespie and Glenn McGrath review the final the T20 World Cup.
They discuss India's incredible performance, New Zealand falling at the final hurdle and the team of the tournament
Plus plenty more
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Steve Harmison shares iconic English cricket tales
This week the boys are joined by former English paceman Steve Harmison. Harmy shares tales of playing with Boonie, his cricket origins, that ball in Brisbane and the famous 05 Ashes series victory over Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Who Wins The World Cup From Here?
Damien Fleming, Jason Gillespie and Glenn McGrath are back for another edition of the Fast Bowling Cartel.
The T20 World Cup is heading towards it’s finally which nations will process and take home the trophy?
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Australia Struggles At The World Cup
Damien Fleming, Glenn McGrath and Jason Gillespie settle in for a no‑nonsense, fast‑bowler‑approved debrief on a chaotic T20 World Cup. With Australia teetering on the brink of an early exit, the trio break down what’s gone wrong — from misfiring matchups to tactical hesitations — and what might still save the campaign.
They also cast an eye across the tournament’s genuine heavyweights: India’s ru
'Wild Thing' Shaun Tait Chats Bowling 160KPH & IPL
Damien Fleming, Glenn McGrath and Jason Gillespie are joined by express pacemen Shaun Tait.
They discuss being one of the fastest bowlers of all time, his bowling action, playing in India, the IPL and plenty more!
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Ultimate T20 World Cup Preview
Damien Fleming, Glenn McGrath and Jason Gillespie preview the upcoming T20 World Cup. Who is the dark horse? Can anyone stop India? and can the Aussies find their white ball form? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Top 5 Best and Worst Batsmen | FBC Short Ball
Glenn McGrath and Jason Gillespie list their Top 5 Best and Worst Batsmen they've bowled to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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BBL Review, T20 Tours and Coach Dizzy
Damien Fleming, Glenn McGrath and Jason Gillespie discuss Dizzy's new coaching appointment, review how the BBL can be improved and some of the best and worst batsmen they bowled to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ryan ‘The Rhino’ Harris chats bowling against KP & Cook
Cricket legends Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie and Damien Fleming are joined by another Australian Fast Bowling Icon Ryan Harris for a chat about his career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Top 5 BazBall Failures | FBC Short Ball
Flemo lists the top 5 failures of BazBall in the Ashes this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Ashes Series 2025 Review
Damien Fleming, Jason Gillespie and Glenn McGrath reflect on the Ashes series and discuss the performance of Australia and England. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ASHES MINI | Australia win the Ashes 4-1
Glenn McGrath and Damien Fleming sit down to break down the final day of the Ashes series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ASHES MINI | Aussies take control on pink day
Damien Fleming & Jason Gillespie review Day 3 actions from the Sydney Test. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ASHES MINI | Root and Head dominate day 2
Damien Fleming & Jason Gillespie review Day 2 actions from the Sydney Test Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ASHES MINI | Day 1 in Sydney
Damien Fleming & Glenn McGrath review Day1 actions from the Sydney Test Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Australia lose the MCG Boxing Day Test
Damien Fleming, Jason Gillespie and Glenn McGrath break down Australia's loss to England in 2 days at the MCG plus heaps more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ASHES MINI | 20 Wickets on Day 1
Damien Fleming and Glenn McGrath dissect the chaos of Day 1 at the MCG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ashes Wins, Pat Cummins & the death of Bazball
Damien Fleming, Jason Gillespie and Glenn McGrath dissect the Ashes victory in Adelaide. Discuss the incredible performance of Pat Cummins and look ahead to the Boxing Day Test. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ASHES MINI | Australia take a 3-0 lead in The Ashes
England make it closer than we expected but Australia do enough to take a 3-0 lead in The Ashes. Join Glenn McGrath and Damien Fleming as they break it down! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ASHES MINI | Australia set to take 3-0 lead
Damien Fleming and Jason Gillespie dissect Day 4 of the Adelaide Test. England well and truly on the back foot with a big day 5 to come. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ASHES MINI | England cop Travis Head onslaught
Damien Fleming and Jason Gillespie dissect Day 3 of the Adelaide Test. As Travis Head hits another century and Australia look to win the series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ASHES MINI | McGrath talks being overtaken by Nathan Lyon
Glenn McGrath has been overtaken by Nathan Lyon for the number 2 spot on Australia's highest wicket takers. Hear McGrath and Fleming break that and day 2 of the Adelaide Ashes test all down right here!
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ASHES MINI | Breaking down Day 1 of the Adelaide Ashes Test
Former Australian fast bowlers Damien Fleming and Jason Gillespie sit down to unpack everything from day 1 of the third Ashes test. From Alex Carey and Usman Khawaja to England's bowling attack and everything in-between. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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SHORT BALL | Top 5 Australian Ashes Batsmen
Damien Fleming, Glenn McGrath and Jason Gillespie select their Top 5 English Ashes Batsmen since 1970. Who are your top 5 Aussie Ashes batsmen? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A danger game for Australia? Adelaide Ashes preview
Jason Gillespie, Damien Fleming and Glenn McGrath are back together to talk the Adelaide test, the top 5 Aussie Ashes batsmen, retrospective LBW's and heaps more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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England's preparation, Hazlewood out & Aussie's fielding
Jason Gillespie, Damien Fleming and Glenn McGrath are back together to talk the Gabba Test, England's test preparation, Cummins return & heaps more from the cricket world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ASHES MINI | Australia take a 2-0 lead over England
Former Australian fast bowlers Damien Fleming and Jason Gillespie sit down to unpack the end of the second Ashes Test at the Gabba. Heroics from Steve Smith, Michael Neser takes a 5fer at home, Alex Carey's unreal keeping plus that fiery ending between Steve Smith and Jofra Archer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ASHES MINI | Day 1 at the Gabba
Former Australian fast bowlers Damien Fleming and Jason Gillespie sit down to unpack everything from day 1 of the second Ashes Test at the Gabba. From Mitchell Starc to Joe Root to runouts and fast bowling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Best Gabba Moments | FBC Short Ball
Damien Fleming, Jason Gillespie and Michael Kasprowicz talk through their top 3 greatest cricketing moments at the Gabba. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Gabba Test, Ashes Team Selections & Konstas bowling
Jason Gillespie, Damien Fleming and Michael Kasprowicz get together to talk the second Ashes test at the Gabba, team selections & some of the great Gabba moments of all time. Plenty in this wicket.
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Mitchell Starc on the first Ashes test, Bazball & Travis Head
Mitchell Starc joins Jason Gillespie, Glenn McGrath and Damien Fleming to talk through the first Ashes test in Perth, getting stuck in England, Bazball vs Travball & plenty more.
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Starc & Head dominate the POMS
The first Ashes test in Perth is over in 2 days... Join Damien Fleming, Jason Gillespie and Glenn McGrath as they break everything down from Mitchell Starc's unreal man of the match performance to Travis Head's sensational century and everything else inbetween. Is Bazball the right strategy? What do England need to change for the next test and can Australia stay disciplined in their bowling and ba
ASHES MINI | Day 1 Ashes (Perth) Reaction
Former Australian fast bowlers Damien Fleming and Jason Gillespie sit down to unpack all the drama from Day 1 of the first Ashes Test in Perth. From the early exchanges with the new ball to the momentum shifts across the afternoon, they break down the key battles between bat and ball, highlight standout performances, and share insider fast-bowling perspectives on how the pitch is playing. Expect s
Ashes Debutants & English Fast Bowlers
In this special Ashes-themed episode, Australian legends Damien Fleming, Glenn McGrath, and Jason Gillespie sit down to share insights and stories from both sides of the rivalry. The trio discuss the excitement around debutants Brendan Doggett and Jake Weatherald, reflecting on what it means to step onto the biggest stage in cricket for the very first time.
The conversation dives into the art of f
The Ashes countdown! Best Ashes fast bowlers and the 'Has-beens'
Damien Fleming, Glenn McGrath and Jason Gillespie dive headfirst into the hype as The Ashes gets underway. The trio debate team selections for the 1st Test in Perth, weighing up Australia’s bowling attack and England’s batting order. Will Bazball hold up under the pressure of an Ashes cauldron? They break down Ben Stokes’ latest comments and what they mean for England’s mindset heading into the se
Picking the Ashes 11, bowling the perfect Yorker, and Getting hit for SIX!
The Fast Bowling Cartel is back in full swing as Damien Fleming, Glenn McGrath, and Jason Gillespie sit down to unpack the latest in world cricket. From the thrills of the India vs Australia T20 series to the humbling reality of getting carted for six, no stone is left unturned. The trio weigh in on Josh Hazlewood’s form, debate the toughest calls in picking their XI for the Ashes, and debut a bra
The Man Who Saved Test Cricket - Michael Kasprowicz joins the show
Flem, Dizzy and Pidge welcome the ever-resilient Michael Kasprowicz to the mic for a deep dive into his storied career in the baggy green. From his early days steaming in for Australia to earning the title of "Subcontinent Specialist," Kaspa shares the grit, grind and guile it took to thrive on spinning decks and in hostile crowds.
The crew relives the epic 2004 series win in India — a triumph dec
Kohli's Last ODI In Aus, Shield Cricket and Dizzy's Crazy Ranking
The Aussie pace trio is back—and they’re not holding back! Damien Fleming, Glenn McGrath, and Jason “Dizzy” Gillespie kick off the another episode of The Fast Bowling Cartel with a fiery mix of insight, banter, and bold takes.
🏏 Kohli’s Last Dance Down Under: The lads reflect on Virat Kohli’s final ODI appearance in Australia—what it meant for Indian cricket, how the Aussie quicks sized him up, an
Ashes Openers, Rain Delay Activities and Funky Spinners
Flem, Dizzy and Pidge unpack the latest Australia–India ODI, debate who should open for Australia in The Ashes, and share what really goes on during rain delays. Plus, some classic tales of spinners they played with — the quirks, the genius, and the chaos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Introducing The Fast Bowling Cartel
The heavyweights have landed. In the very first episode of The Fast Bowling Cartel, Aussie pace legends Damien Fleming, Jason Gillespie, and Glenn McGrath come together to launch the show with a bang—and a bouncer or two.
The trio dive straight into the big talking points:
🏏 The looming Ashes series: who’s primed, who’s under pressure, and what England can expect from the Aussie quicks.
🤕 Pat Cumm
