Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show

Metro Bank ODC, World Cup prize money and seasonal daters!

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 21:44:00 -0000

Happy cricket season!!!

Nikki and Melissa catch up on the first round of Metro Bank ODC action, ICC announce price money pot for the Women's World Cup, how to tactically date in 2026 whilst not missing any cricketing action and did anyone ever watch Willow and Stumpy?!

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The Hundred Auction, Aus v India & SACA Women

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 22:58:00 -0000

Melissa and Nikki break down the first-ever Hundred auction, where the women’s game saw some huge signings and record paydays. They both discuss India’s historic bilateral series win in Australia, ending the hosts’ nine-year unbeaten run at home, and discuss the announcement of the first-ever SACA women’s squad.

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Valentine’s Day, Clare Connor & The Australia - India Preview.

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:15:00 -0000

In this Valentine’s Day - themed episode, Nikki and Melissa share their V-day plans before diving into women’s cricket news. They discuss the departure of Clare Connor, preview the upcoming Australia vs India series, and explore Ash Gardner’s captaincy ambitions.

They also discuss Meg Lanning’s move to Lancashire, reflect on equality and accountability in cricket, and wrap up with some lighthearted Valentine’s Day cricket stories.

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RCB are 2026 WPL Champions!

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:17:00 -0000

RCB are 2026 WPL Champions!

Smriti Mandhana leads from the front as RCB secure their 2nd WPL title and 3rd franchise championship. In this super short episode, Nikki and Melissa break down highlights from the exciting final, key moments ad players as well as discuss what this win means for women's cricket.

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Australia’s New Captain, WPL Playoffs - and Too Much AI?

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:06:00 -0000

Nikki and Melissa get together to break down all the big talking points this week - Australia’s new captaincy era as Alyssa Healy prepares to step down and retire from international cricket after the India series, the thrill of the WPL playoffs (will Delhi Capitals finally cross the line?), and whether we’re seriously overdoing it with AI on social media. Plus, an important off-field dilemma: if your Hinge date asks you to sidearm them… what’s the correct response?

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England Camps, Enid Blyton and Elephants

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:33:00 -0000

Melissa & Nikki are back in 2026 (yes, they're still alive!)

Happy New Year! The girls are back and this time, Nikki's got some thoughts, Melissa's in her 'new year, new me' era and England are chasing the sun having training camps during their unusually quiet winter.

Plus, lots more to catch up on - including the elephants recently spotted in Manchester, so tune in!!

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WPL: Paddles, Picks & Aftermath

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 12:54:00 -0000

Nikki and Melissa catch up after a big day at the WPL auction, some major signings, surprising snubs, and all the buzz that’s carried over from the Women’s Cricket World Cup into New Delhi.

The energy is high, the stakes were real, and Melissa’s little “hump dilemma” is sure to give you a good laugh.

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Boom Time for the Women's Game

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 09:24:00 -0000

In this conversation, Nikki and Melissa reflect on the remarkable evolution of women's cricket, particularly highlighting the recent World Cup as a significant milestone. She discusses the contrasts between past and present, emphasizing the increased visibility and investment in the women's game. Nikki expresses excitement for the future, especially with India's victory and the strong performances from teams like Australia and South Africa.

takeaways

This is probably the most enjoyable World Cup I've watched.
The display of cricket has evolved significantly since 2013.
Photos from past finals show how far we've come.
India's victory is a landmark moment for women's cricket.
Australia and South Africa reaching the semi-finals is exciting.
Investment in women's cricket is expected to increase.
The surprises in the tournament have been thrilling.
The atmosphere at the matches has improved dramatically.
The growth of the women's game is evident in fan engagement.
Looking forward to the next few years in women's cricket.

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ICC Women’s World Cup Final: India Triumph as World Champions

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 15:23:00 -0000

Nikki and Melissa break down India’s stunning win over South Africa in Navi Mumbai - a victory that crowned them World Champions and marked a pivotal moment not just in women’s cricket, but in sport itself. A team that had stumbled early in the tournament roared back to lift the trophy on home soil in front of a sold-out stadium.

They reflect on how India’s blend of belief, composure and home-crowd fire carried them through the final, and how Laura Wolvaardt’s brilliance kept South Africa’s hopes alive until the very end.

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ICC Women's World Cup Review: England and Australia Out, History Beckons

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 11:46:00 -0000

In this episode, Nikki and Melissa break down a dramatic pair of semi-final clashes at the ICC Women’s World Cup that saw both Australia and England knocked out of contention. With South Africa and India now set to battle for their first-ever World Cup title, we dive into how each side got here, key turning points in the matches and what this means for women's cricket.

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ICC Women's World Cup Review: England are Top of The Table?!

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:02:00 -0000

In this episode of Storylines, hosts Nikki and Melissa dive into the second round of matches in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup - from Australia's impressive showing against India and the challenges the hosts are facing in their bowling lineup to HOW have England ended up on top of the table?!

Plus, Melissa shares a train romance story, and Nikki reveals the secret to her snatched jawline....

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ICC Women's World Cup Review: It’s All About the Footwork!

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 07:12:00 -0000

In this episode, Nikki and Melissa dive into the first week of the Women’s World Cup breaking down Australia’s shaky start, England’s strong bounce-back win over South Africa, and all the key storylines you need to know. Plus, what NOT to post on your Hinge profile!

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World Cup Preview, Adulting & Team Conrad

Sat, 27 Sep 2025 20:24:00 -0000

In this episode, Melissa & Nikki catch up after a LONG break, discussing their personal lives and the busy summer's they've had. They delve into the upcoming Women's World Cup, reflecting on recent cricketing highlights, including The Hundred and the India v Australia series. The conversation shifts to team preparations, player performances, and the pressures surrounding the tournament.

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Under Pressure

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 09:21:00 -0000

A much needed catch up for Nikki and Melissa round up India’s hugely successful tour of England and consider England’s fielding ‘yips’! The girls also review both Surrey and Middlesex’s victories at the Tier 1 and Tier 2 T20 Finals Days. Plus it’s Finty Trussler’s Barmy Army, disappointing your family 101, and we get the lowdown on Shrek’s adventure at Old Trafford!

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England v India: Catch Up

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 21:55:00 -0000

In this jampacked episode, Nikki and Melissa dive into all the action from the 4th and 5th T20s and the opening two ODIs, analysing the key moments, standout performances, and all the drama in between. Plus, Melissa is turning green, Nikki is vertically challenged, and let's hear all about 'that catch' against Glamorgan

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England v India 3rd T20 Daily

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 13:06:00 -0000

Nikki and Melissa record from The Oval as England bounce back to win a nail-biting 3rd T20I against India. A blistering 137-run opening stand from Sophia Dunkley and Danni Wyatt set the tone before a late collapse, but England’s bowlers fought back. Lauren Bell defended 12 off the final over as England held their nerve for a thrilling 5-run win to keep the series alive.

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England v India 2nd T20 Daily

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 21:46:00 -0000

Nikki and Melissa review India’s impressive win in the 2nd T20I at Bristol, giving them a 2-0 lead in the series. With minimal impact from their star players, it was Jemimah Rodrigues and Amanjot Kaur who stepped up to deliver a commanding performance. For England, it’s back-to-back defeats and plenty to ponder after another tough outing with both bat and ball. They’ll be looking for answers ahead of the third T20I at The Oval on Friday.

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England v India 1st T20 Daily

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 20:27:00 -0000

Nikki and Melissa recap India’s 97 run win and Smriti Mandhana’s magnificent century. Meanwhile, England will want to bounce back from their disappointing show with the bat and ball. It’s all to play for in the 2nd T20 at Bristol.

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The One With Jhulan Goswami

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 09:04:00 -0000

Nikki has an exclusive interview with legendary Indian fast bowler, Jhulan Goswami to preview the Eng v India series starting on Saturday. Jhulan offers great insight into adapting to conditions, the players India will rely on and her experiences playing in England. Meanwhile, Melissa joins Nikki to discuss how important this series will be for England’s new captain, Nat Sciver-Brunt, and explains how she broke her pads whilst batting for Gloucestershire. Plus, Nikki’s got a new voice, a demon possesses us, and we’re becoming nuns.

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T20 Blast: Who’s Hot and Who’s Not

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 09:27:00 -0000

Melissa and Nikki unite across time zones (at 6am UK time) to discuss the T20 Blast at the halfway stage and the ICC T20 World Cup schedule next year. Plus, Nikki has a towel on her head, Melissa is employed by the Bristol tourism board, and would you skive off school to go to a T20 at 10.30am?

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England v West Indies 2nd ODI Daily

Sat, 07 Jun 2025 05:57:00 -0000

Melissa and Nikki review England’s 143 run win over the West Indies, discuss whether you should get an award for visiting all 18 first class county grounds, and the ‘floating’ World Cup Final. And the big question: did Melissa’s rice get burnt?

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England v West Indies 1st ODI Daily

Sat, 31 May 2025 15:29:00 -0000

Melissa solo tackles the first ODI which saw England win by 108 runs in Derby. Amy Jones scored her first international century and Tammy Beaumont did what Tammy Beaumont does at the other end. Meanwhile, Linsey Smith got a 5fer on her ODI debut and the West Indies finally showed a bit of fight!

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Silverware for England (and Lancashire!)

Wed, 28 May 2025 08:04:00 -0000

Nikki and Melissa break down the final T20I between Eng and WI whilst Melissa tries not to get distracted by Tom Cruise. Nikki discusses her day at Taunton covering the women's inaugural county cup finals day where Lancashire women get their name on some silverware. And did you know, Melissa and Nikki were practically neighbours as kids?!

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Eng v Windies daily - Mismatch

Sat, 24 May 2025 21:20:00 -0000

Mel and Nikki take the opportunity of an early finish in the second T20 between England and West Indies to get down the pub...

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England v West Indies 1st T20I Daily

Wed, 21 May 2025 22:09:00 -0000

England begin their summer at home with a bang. An 8 wicket victory over the West Indies and you can see the Charlotte Edwards effect already! Melissa and Nikki touch on some key moments from a comprehensive win from Nat Sciver-Brunt and her new side. P.S. Melissa has ANOTHER new cardigan! 😱

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Squad Announcements and Fashion Crimes

Tue, 20 May 2025 14:00:00 -0000

Nikki and Melissa run through the recently announced England squads to face West Indies by new coach Charlotte Edwards, Sophie Ecclestone missing out and should Melissa return her brand new green cardigan?

Join Melissa along with Simon Hughes, Simon Mann and Vic Marks at a live recording of the Analyst Inside Cricket podcast in Bristol on June 18 in aid of the Syd Lawrence MND cause. Tickets here - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-analyst-inside-cricket-podcast-live-tickets-1353264403259?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

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Captaincy, Counties, Chaos

Wed, 07 May 2025 07:09:00 -0000

Englands new captain, miserable love lives and commentating parrots!! Nikki and Melissa dive into Nat Sciver-Brunt’s appointment as England captain and what it means. The domestic tier system is up and running so it’s time to keep an eye out on performances and the girls end up planning a new side hustle….brace yourselves for a lot of laughs.

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Levelling Up: the Growth of Disability Cricket

Fri, 02 May 2025 08:10:00 -0000

Melissa spoke to Jeanette Tate, Disability Development Officer at Gloucestershire Cricket Foundation, and disability athletes Shravani Philpot and Liara Hampton. The conversation covered the structure of disability cricket in England and Wales, the girls’ personal journeys and challenges and how clubs can support disability cricket further. Plus, from a Gloucestershire point of view, we’ll never say no to stories about beating Somerset!

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The New Era

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 10:58:00 -0000

On this week’s episode, Nikki and Melissa slice and dice the opening scores from the brand‑new women’s domestic pyramid. They dig into Tier 1’s first‑round fireworks, share hot takes on the Tier 2 rookies, and linger on Yorkshire’s 114‑run face‑plant against Worcestershire at Headingley. Oh, and Nikki has a MAJOR OOPS moment—after two years of co‑hosting she finally realises this podcast is shamelessly named after Melissa. Awkward!

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Transcendent Moves

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 22:09:00 -0000

Melissa, Luke and Nikki discuss the immense signing of Ellyse Perry at Hampshire, the appointment of Charlotte Edwards as England Women’s Coach and the new ICC dedicated task force to support the Afghanistan Women’s Team.

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Hampshire Women - The Live Launch

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 10:07:00 -0000

Melissa and Nikki are at the Utilita Bowl to introduce the new Hampshire women's team to a live audience and interview the players. They speak to Captain, Georgia Adams, talented youngsters Abi Norgrove and Daisy Gibb, international duo Linsey Smith and Freya Davies and round off the evening speaking to New Hampshire Coach Paul Prichard!

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Season Preview - Shame about the Timing

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 08:37:00 -0000

Melissa, Nikki and Luke dive back into the big question of the England captaincy and preview the women’s domestic season by picking their Tier 1 teams to watch. Plus, is the weather gaslighting us, and robot wars. Win pairs of tickets to the Lord's Test by subscribing (free) to THE CRICVERSE blog with Simon Hughes and Derek Pringle - https://cricverse.substack.com/p/the-year-of-the-cat?r=lo2wd

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A New Era for England

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 11:28:00 -0000

Melissa and birthday girl Nikki react to the news of the double departure of Jon Lewis and Heather Knight. Who will be their successors? How do England address their image problem? What can we expect next? Separately, Nikki has an unexpected encounter with a tuck tuck, Melissa has an injury update and we ask: Who could be the Ilona Maher of women’s cricket? #cricket #rugby #women'scricket #england

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WPL, Hundred Retentions & England's Next Coach?

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:16:00 -0000

Nikki and Melissa have a much needed catch-up, discussing; Nikki’s adventures in India and life as a Tier 2 cricketer for Melissa. The girls also talk through the Women’s Premier League, Hundred retentions and whether Charlotte Edwards could be the next England women’s coach.

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The Afghanistan Women’s Cricket Team

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 21:50:00 -0000

In a very special episode Nikki Chaudhuri and Melissa Story speak to Afghan women’s cricketers Firooza Amiri, Nahida Sapan, and Benafsha Hashimi. They share their cricketing stories from Afghanistan to Australia, how they discovered their love of cricket and what it’s been like adjusting to their new lives down under. We also hear about what action they would like to see from the ICC and how the global cricket community can help them live their dreams. From Firooza cover driving like Virat Kohli, Benafsha loving to face bouncers, and Nahida’s heartfelt message of hope to women and girls in Afghanistan - these three women’s positivity and enthusiasm is not one to miss. Thank you to Firooza, Nahida and Benafsha again for their time and if you’d like to support the Afghanistan women’s cricket team, please see the link to donate here: https://www.lords.org/refugeefund

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WASHES DAILY: Whitewash Complete

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 15:32:00 -0000

Nikki Chaudhuri is joined by Simon Hughes for a post mortem on England's disastrous Ashes campaign which ended with a humbling innings defeat and a 16-0 overall score. The Australians once again exposed the chasm in ability between the two teams, with some brilliant bowling on the third day, led by the superb leg spinner Alana King.

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WASHES DAILY: Soaring Sutherland & Catching Crisis

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 19:58:00 -0000

Nikki and Melissa ask the question: ‘Was this England’s most disappointing performance yet?’. With many dropped catches, a superb knock from Sutherland, and a Mooney century to look forward to, the girls discuss how England move on from this series in the new Tier era and create more competition for spaces.

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WASHES DAILY: King of The Ashes

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 18:44:00 -0000

Melissa and Nikki discuss Day 1 of the Women’s Ashes (pink ball) Test at the MCG. Alana King worked her magic in front of the Shane Warne stand while England had some tame dismissals as they collapsed to 170 all out. The girls talk Test match techniques, the swinging ball, and the dynamic youth in the Australian line-up.

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WASHES DAILY: Magical Mooney and Embarrassing England

Sat, 25 Jan 2025 18:59:00 -0000

Melissa, Nikki and Luke confront another disappointing England performance and marvel at the skill of Beth Mooney. In addition, they dissect England Coach, Jon Lewis’ bewildering comments on Australia’s advantageous climate.

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WASHES DAILY: So Near and So Far

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 18:59:00 -0000

Melissa Story, Nikki Chaudhuri and Luke Wolstenholme mull over England's 5th successive defeat in the women's Ashes, though Australia were on this occasion saved by the Tasmanian weather. They also discuss the mini-storm stirred up by the adverse comments on some England players' fitness

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WAshes daily: England Traumas, Australia Triumphant

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 19:36:00 -0000

Nikki, Melissa and Luke dive deep on the first t20 between Australia and England. Australia retain the Ashes as England continue to struggle against spin. Just how fearless can you be, before you start looking at changes?

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WAshes Daily: Missed Opportunity for England

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 19:57:00 -0000

Nikki and Melissa review the 2nd WAshes ODI where England bowled out Australia for 180, but fell short in their run chase by 21 runs despite the batting efforts of Amy Jones. It was a day for the spinners with Alana King taking taking 4-25 and England’s Ecclestone and Capsey taking 7 of the Australian wickets. Stay tuned for more WAshes Dailies!

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WAshes Daily: First Blood to the Aussies

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 12:33:00 -0000

Nikki and Melissa review the first Women’s Ashes ODI which saw Alyssa Healy and Ash Gardner guide the home side to a 4 wicket win and pick up the first points of this Ashes series. Meanwhile, Heather Knight’s England need to bounce back in Melbourne and rectify some fielding errors and address batting depth.

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The Heat is On

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 10:37:00 -0000

In this episode, Melissa and Nikki bring you a whirlwind of cricket chatter and chaos! We kick off by basking in England's South Africa tour triumphs, dive into bold predictions for top performers in the Women’s Ashes, and discuss the structure of the WAshes. But that’s not all— Melissa tries to persuade Nikki to share some Dubai T10 gossip, Nikki is the latest contestant on The Traitors, and Melissa’s fancy dress for Old Trafford 2025 is revealed. Plus, we tackle the ultimate January debate: when should you really stop saying "Happy New Year"?

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New contracts and being released

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 08:33:00 -0000

Nikki and Melissa are joined once again by Luke Wolstenholme as they discuss new signings in the women’s domestic game, the ICC’s women's Future Tours Programme (FTP) and console Nikki who has some sad, yet expected news.

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New Zealand Don’t Stop Believin’

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 10:09:00 -0000

Melissa and Nikki return, this time joined by Luke Wolstenholme from BBC Sport, to discuss the T20 World Cup. They dive into New Zealand’s thrilling and unexpected victory, South Africa’s heartbreaking loss, and the underwhelming performances of both England and India. Tune in for their reflections on the tournament, a lively debate on where things went wrong for England, and Luke’s scarily accurate impersonation of a strict Victorian teacher.

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World Cups and We're-rabbits

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 10:30:00 -0000

Melissa and Nikki are re-united, but nothing's really changed. Melissa's broken another finger, Nikki has been travelling to find long-lost family, and there's plenty of cricket to chat about. The girls recap London Spirit's win in The Hundred, discuss the World Cup moving to the UAE, and preview England's tour of Ireland.

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - Imperious England and Hundred Heroics

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story and Nikki Chaudhuri review England's triumphant summer before turning their attention to this year's Hundred competition with a detailed look at how each side is shaping up.

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - Ballinger Toasts Blase Cup Win

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 14:49:00 -0000

Melissa Story and Nikki Chaudhuri assess the movers and shakers in the recently concluded Charlotte Edwards Cup and interview a key member of Blase's triumphant team Grace Ballinger

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - Staying Not Out with Matt Ellis

Thu, 23 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire & TMS) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey & TMS) are back to analyse England's T20 series against Pakistan and the Charlotte Edwards Cup but get sidetracked by Nikki's obsession with the test and Melissa's recent Bridgerton binging. Aside from lots of telly the pair find time to chat with Matthew Ellis of Not Out Mental Health - a great cause highlighting the importance of speaking about mental health in cricket.

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - Darwin deliberation with Amy Gordon

Wed, 01 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire & TMS) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey & TMS) return to the massive plan to return the women's game to the counties and the impacts of this move. Reading listener concerns and speculating on the game before Surrey CC Women's Captain Amy Gordon describes the uncertainty the plans have had on her life.

She also talks about how commendable work in founding teh charity "Pad Up" an organisation delivering period products to girls in Kenyan schools to keep them engaged in education and sport.

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - Project Darwin: Evolve or Die?

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 20:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire & TMS) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey & TMS) dissect the ECB's latest plans to expand the professional women's game with 00 Child Podcast host Polly Starkie and the Independent's sports writer, Sonia Twigg, who makes her second appearance on the pod.

Whether the new announcement will grow or harm women's cricket is down to natural selection but the panel left no stone unturned with a critical and passionate debate on how to develop the domestic game.

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - Future Firepower and Sri Lanka's swagger

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 14:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire & TMS) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey & TMS) celebrate Melissa's remarkable achievement in winning the Christopher Martin-Jenkins Broadcaster of the Year award before turning their attention to England's tour of New Zealand.

The girls then spoke to the brilliant Estelle Vasudevan to get her insight into all things Sri Lanka Women's Cricket ranging from this year's world cup to the domestic leagues.

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Charlotte Edwards: Special Player, Super Coach

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 12:39:05 -0000

Lottie - the most decorated-ever female cricketer is in the house to talk with Melissa Story and Simon Hughes about her life in the game, both as star player and now as trophy-winning coach, her fears for (women's) international formats and what its like to win the cup bearing her own name.

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WPL Storylines: Finals and Ferns

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 20:30:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire & TMS) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey & TMS) discuss the final stages of the 2024 WPL as RCB take home their first trophy as a franchise. Nikki makes her TMS debut, correcting some false advertising from the producer, and does brilliantly. The girls round up by looking forward to England's white-ball tour of New Zealand.

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WPL Storylines: Wet weekends and Ghosts

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 15:30:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire & TMS) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey & TMS) return as the WPL moves towards its finale in 2024. Melissa describes a soggy weekend away before examining Sophie Ecclestone's rather brutal assessment of her teammates' fielding.

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WPL Storylines: Powerful Hitting, Powerful Words

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 21:25:42 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire & TMS) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey & TMS) round up last week's WPL fixtures as games continue thick and fast before entering a powerful discussion on body image and the pressure on female cricketers.

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WPL Storylines: Stunning Stars and Stunning Starts

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 13:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire & TMS) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey & TMS) deliver a comprehensive round-up of the WPL's opening fixtures with humour, analysis and a bizarre marriage metaphor for franchise tournaments. With games every day stay tuned for more episodes for the rest of this year's WPL.

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - Darwin, Evolution and the WPL

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire & TMS) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey & TMS) are back to talk winter nets, ramp shots and more. The girls discuss Project Darwin, the next evolution (geddit?!) of the domestic women's game proposed by the wisecracking ECB. They round off this episode with a WPL preview as Storylines gears up to follow the 2024 tournament.

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - University Challenges

Sat, 20 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire & TMS) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey & TMS) return with an extended interview on the challenges facing the many women playing university cricket in the UK. Nikki does her best despite recording at 3 am and Melissa is obsessed with her own face and showing to her co-host.

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - Awards Announcement and Awesome India

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 12:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire & TMS) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey & TMS) bring you the joyous news that Storylines is in the running to win the Best Cricket Podcast and Best Equality and Social Impact Podcast awards from the Sports Podcast Awards. They also review England's dismal test match in India and look forward to 2024.

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India Storylines: 1st & 2nd Day Review - Irrepressible India

Sat, 16 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire & TMS) is joined by Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey & TMS) from India in a chaotic yet thorough analysis of the game so far. Melissa's big night out comes back to bite and Nikki's uber issues cause much hilarity. We wrap up with some of your questions and look forward to a test and series wrap up.

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India Storylines: 2nd & 3rd T20 - England do enough

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 17:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire & TMS) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey & TMS) are reunited to bring review the final two games in England's T20 series in England. With takes on technique and the usual banter, the girls review the series and ask the big question on everyone's lips: Is Jay Shah a horoscope girlie?

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India Storylines: 1st T20 - Excellent England Eclipse India

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (TMS and Gloucestershire) begins Storylines daily coverage of England's 2023 Tour of India. With the potential for intra-podcast rivalry, these daily podcasts are not ones you want to miss as Melissa evaluates the highs and lows of the first game of a scintillating series.

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - ICEC Handover Havoc

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 16:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey) deliver a delightfully chaotic rendition of the ICEC handover event where the ground-breaking report was celebrated and formally accepted by ECB officials. Nikki reveals her feelings towards a certain excitable commentator and incoming MCC President before journalist Sonia Twigg joins Melissa for her insight on making an impact on the male-dominated sports writing industry.

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - Cath's Clinic

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 12:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire) gives you an exclusive interview with one of the world's best fast-bowling coaches Cath Dalton. Recently announced as fast bowling coach for Pakistan Super League franchise Multan Sultans, Cath is changing the game as a trailblazer for female coaches who work in both men's and women's cricket. Her insight is remarkable in this extended interview.

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - Scintillating Season Review

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 12:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey) are back after a little break to review an action-packed summer of women's cricket. We get an update on everyone's new houses and before diving into picking apart an immense year for Charlotte Edwards and her Viper/Brave teams. The girls then discuss England's fortunes and look around the world to discuss the amazing amount of women's bi-lateral games happening in the coming weeks.

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - Brilliant Bouchier on England's bright future

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 12:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey) are back and on a quest to find Nikki's dashing airline steward Rami before diving into the England vs Sri Lanka series. Melissa then welcomes the brilliant Maia Bouchier to the podcast for a detailed insight into her life as a young professional player.

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - Hundred Heartaches and Hurrahs

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 12:34:23 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey) are with Producer Matt to dissect this year's Hundred competition. Melissa has another game for the podcast (no singing this time) before the trio chat about the big winners and losers of the 2023 tournament.

In other news The Analyst himself - Simon Hughes is delighted to announce his film "The Greatest Game" is on BBC 2 at 11:05pm tonight (01/09) and on BBC iPlayer for the next 12 months, a must-watch for all cricket fans studying England's 2019 World Cup Triumph.

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - ICEC Insights

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 12:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey) are joined by the chair of the ICEC Cindy Butts for an immensely open and powerful conversation about the details of the report and how it will hopefully make cricket "the most inclusive sport in the country."

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - From the Washes grow the Roses of success

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 14:21:47 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey) are joined by Producer Matt as Melissa casts a forensic and theatrical eye over the events of the thrilling 2023 women's ashes series. The focus now shifts to this year's Hundred competition starting on the first of August as everyone evaluates the key changes to this year's teams and gives their predictions on who if anyone can take the trophy away from the Oval Invincibles.

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Washes Storylines: 3rd ODI - Sciver Brunt Soars as England Draw the series

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 12:05:16 -0000

Melissa and Nikki are joined by Producer Matt and The Analyst as they review the final match in the fantastic 2023 Women's Ashes Series.

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Washes Storylines: 2nd ODI - King Imitates The King

Sun, 16 Jul 2023 22:59:23 -0000

Melissa and Nikki digest the second thrilling ODI from the Ageas bowl where despite Nat Sciver-Brunt's heroic 111* Australia retained the Ashes thanks to stellar performances from Ellyse Perry and Alana King.

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Washes Storylines: 1st ODI - Cross Delights England

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 21:16:00 -0000

Melissa Story and Simon Hughes examine a nervy and exciting England ODI win at Bristol to keep the women's Ashes alive creating a 6-all scoreline with two to play.

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Washes Storylines: 3rd T20 - Carefree Capsey keeps series alive

Sun, 09 Jul 2023 11:00:21 -0000

Melissa and Producer Matt dissect the final T20 of the Women's Ashes Series from Lords.

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Washes Storylines: 2nd T20 - Wonderful Wyatt brings England Victory

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 22:00:09 -0000

Melissa and Nikki meet in person at The Oval to discuss an incredible game of cricket in the Women's Ashes.

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - Building Foundations For Change

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 19:17:36 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey) give their ashes predictions with producer Matt before being joined by the director of the MCC Foundation Dr Sarah Fane OBE to discuss how the MCC aim to change lives through cricket. The Analyst explains the changes he's seen in the MCC and hopes to see further progress with the foundation's great work.

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Washes Storylines: 1st T20 - Mooney Shines as England Fade

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 09:29:15 -0000

Melissa Story gives an detailed review of the first T20 in the women's ashes series from Edgbaston.

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Washes Storylines: Trent Bridge - Day 5 Gardner Greatness Sinks England

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 22:56:15 -0000

Melissa and Producer Matt pick the bones of the Women's Ashes Test after Ash Gardner's historic 8-fer secures an 89 run victory for Australia.

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Washes Storylines: Trent Bridge - Day 4 Excellent Ecclestone and a Fifth Day Finale

Sun, 25 Jun 2023 19:13:08 -0000

Melissa, Nikki and Producer Matt discuss more listener questions and break down another brilliant day at the Women's Ashes Test in Nottingham.

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Washes Storylines: Trent Bridge - Day 3 Brilliant Beaumont breaks Snowball's record

Sat, 24 Jun 2023 19:43:52 -0000

Melissa is joined by Georgie Heath and Polly Starkey to round up a historic third day of the women's ashes test at Trent Bridge.

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Washes Storylines: Trent Bridge - Day 2 Sutherland's Style and Beaumont Brilliance

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 19:33:59 -0000

Melissa and Nikki discuss all the action on Day 2 of the Women's Ashes test. Nikki makes a shocking admission and Melissa admits a test match tipple and tanning faux pas.

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Washes Storylines: Trent Bridge - Day 1 Filer on Fire

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 19:31:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire) is joined by producer Matt and The Analyst Simon Hughes to review day 1 of the Women's ashes test.

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - WAshes Fever and Desi Dreams

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 12:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey) give their views on the Charlotte Edwards Cup finals day before an in-depth examination of both Australia and England's Test Squads. Nikki explains her wild weekend before welcoming South Asian Cricket Academy (SACA) Managing Director and Co-Founder Dr Tom Brown for a fascinating conversion on the struggle South Asian players face on the pathways and why so few have made it to the professional level.

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - Out But Not Out

Wed, 31 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey) bring news from The Charlotte Edwards Cup as well as an update from Nikki's adventures in Jersey. Listener questions keep the girls on their toes and you can ask your own by messaging @storylinespod on Twitter and Instagram. Nikki's Surrey teammate Thea Brookes gives an incredibly honest and candid account of her struggles after leaving the professional game last year before sports photographer Laura Malkin joins Melissa in "It's a Man's World" to discuss what its like to be one of the very few women in her industry.

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - The Umpire Strikes Bat

Wed, 17 May 2023 14:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey) give another Rachael Heyhoe-Flint Trophy update followed by a chat about international cricket and the news of 2 high-profile retirements in the game. Producer Matt makes his debut and international umpiring superstar Anna Harris joins Melissa in "It's a man's world" to discuss her journey to top-level officiating.

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Storylines: The Women's Cricket Show - A step into professionalism

Thu, 04 May 2023 14:00:00 -0000

Melissa Story (Gloucestershire) and Nikki Chaudhuri (Surrey) discuss all things Rachael Heyhoe-Flint Trophy before Southern Vipers players Charlotte Taylor and Rhianna Southby chat about life as fully professional players for the first time. We end the show with our recurring feature "It's a man's world" where a woman working behind the scenes in cricket and broadcasting will be given the chance to tell their story. This week BBC Test Match Special Producer Charlotte Swift joins Melissa to chat about her journey into cricket broadcasting.

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