Charlie Cooke Cricket Podcast

Ollie Robinson becomes the BEST bowler in the world

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 19:34:12 GMT

England have wrapped up the 2nd Test after a brilliant bowling display — but it was Saud Shakeel's 97 that nearly turned the day on its head.

In this video I break down Day 4 of the England vs Pakistan 2nd Test: England's excellent bowling performance, Saud Shakeel's fantastic 97 that kept Pakistan in the fight, and how England ultimately closed out the win.

🏏 What's covered:

Full Day 4 breakdown and how England sealed the win
England's bowling performance and who stood out
Saud Shakeel's 97 and how close he came to something special
The key moments that decided the match
What this result means going into the series

Was Shakeel's 97 the standout innings of the match for you? Let me know in the comments 👇

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Lords should NEVER host a test match again

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 19:19:22 GMT

After Day 3 at Lord's, I don't think this ground should be trusted with another Test — here's why.

In this video I break down Day 3 of the England vs Pakistan 2nd Test, covering the shocking state of the Lord's pitch, the weather chaos that disrupted play, and Dan Lawrence's gutsy fifty in the middle of it all.

🏏 What's covered:

Full Day 3 breakdown

Why the Lord's pitch has been such a mess

How the weather disruptions affected the day

Dan Lawrence's fifty and why it stood out

Should Lord's really host another Test after this?

Do you think Lord's deserves the criticism, or is this overblown? Let me know in the comments 👇

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#England #Pakistan #ENGvPAK #Cricket #TestCricket #Lords #Day3

Is Joe Root WASHED?

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 21:09:37 GMT

After Day 2 of the 2nd Test, the question everyone's asking is whether Joe Root is finally starting to look washed — here's the breakdown.

In this video I go through everything that happened on Day 2 of the England vs Pakistan 2nd Test, and take a proper look at whether the numbers and the eye test back up the idea that Root is on the decline.

🏏 What's covered:

Full Day 2 session-by-session breakdown

How Root's innings actually played out

What the stats say about his recent form

Is this a blip or a genuine decline?

What England need from him going forward

Do you think Root is washed, or is this reaction way too soon? Let me know in the comments 👇

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One of the GREATEST draws in test cricket

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:09:38 GMT

What just happened in the 2nd Test between India and Sri Lanka might genuinely be the greatest draw in Test cricket history — here's the full review.

In this video I break down everything that happened across the 2nd Test between India and Sri Lanka, and explain why this draw deserves to go down as one of the all-time greats.

🏏 What's covered:

Full Test review and key talking points
The moments that made this draw so special
Standout individual performances
Why this stacks up against the great draws in history
What it means for both sides going forward

Where does this rank among the greatest draws you've ever seen? Let me know in the comments 👇

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#India #SriLanka #INDvSL #Cricket #TestCricket #INDvsSL #CricketNews

Australia will RUIN test cricket

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 20:20:06 GMT

What's happening in this Australia vs Bangladesh Test is exactly why people are losing interest in the format — here's the breakdown.

In this video I go through the 2nd Test between Australia and Bangladesh and explain why what's unfolding here is a genuine problem for the future of Test cricket.

🏏 What's covered:

Full breakdown of the 2nd Test
The issue that's at the heart of the problem
Why this keeps happening and who's responsible
How this affects the wider health of Test cricket
What needs to change to fix it

Do you think this is a genuine problem for Test cricket, or am I overreacting? Let me know in the comments 👇

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#Australia #Bangladesh #AUSvBAN #Cricket #TestCricket #CricketNews

Pakistan should FORFEIT this series and go home

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 21:40:20 GMT

Pakistan's collapse on Day 3 was so bad it's got me asking whether they should just forfeit the rest of this series.

In this video I break down how the Test finished, the full Day 3 collapse, and why Pakistan's performance across this match has raised serious questions about whether they should even continue.

🏏 What's covered:

Full Day 3 breakdown and how the match finished

The collapse that sealed it for Pakistan

Standout performances from England

Why this result is so damning for Pakistan

What needs to change before the next match

Should Pakistan seriously consider forfeiting the rest of the series, or is that too extreme? Let me know in the comments 👇

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Pakistan are the WORST team I have ever seen

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 21:15:24 GMT

Here's one for Day 2:

Pakistan's performance on Day 2 was genuinely one of the worst I've ever seen from a Test side — here's the full breakdown.

In this video I go through everything that happened on Day 2 of the England vs Pakistan Test, and explain exactly why Pakistan's display has left me questioning where this team is heading.

🏏 What's covered:

Full Day 2 session-by-session breakdown
Where it all went wrong for Pakistan
The moments that summed up their performance
How England capitalised on it
What this means heading into Day 3

Is this really the worst you've seen from Pakistan, or have you seen worse? Let me know in the comments 👇

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#England #Pakistan #ENGvPAK #Cricket #TestCricket #PakistanCricket #Day2

This player will SAVE test cricket in India

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:30:31 GMT

India's Test future might just rest on the shoulders of one player — here's why after the 1st Test against Sri Lanka.

In this video I review the full 1st Test between India and Sri Lanka, and break down why one performance in particular could be a turning point for the future of Indian Test cricket.

🏏 What's covered:

Full 1st Test review and key talking points

The performance that stood out above everyone else

Why this player could be the answer to India's long-term problems

What it means for team selection going forward

What India need to fix before the next Test

Do you agree this player is the future of Indian Test cricket, or is it too soon to call? Let me know in the comments 👇

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#India #SriLanka #INDvSL #Cricket #TestCricket #IndianCricket #CricketNews

Ollie Robinson is the BEST bowler in the world

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:01:05 GMT

Day 1 of the England vs Pakistan Test is done — here's everything that happened and what it means going into Day 2.

In this video I break down the full first day's play: the key moments, the standout performances, and how the balance of the match is shifting after 90 overs.

🏏 What's covered:

Full Day 1 session-by-session breakdown
Standout performances with bat and ball
Key moments that shaped the day
Where the match stands heading into Day 2
What both sides need to do tomorrow

Who do you think comes out on top after Day 1? Let me know your thoughts in the comments 👇

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#England #Pakistan #ENGvPAK #Cricket #TestCricket #EnglandCricket #Day1

The ONLY England vs Pakistan preview you need

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:40:04 GMT

England head into the Pakistan series with big questions still unanswered — here's everything you need to know before a ball is bowled.

In this video I preview the full England vs Pakistan series: the squads, the key match-ups, the players under pressure, and what each side needs to get right to come out on top.

🏏 What's covered:

Full squad and team news breakdown

Key battles to watch across the series

Players under the most pressure

Conditions and how they could shape the series

My prediction for the series result

Who do you think wins this one? Let me know your score prediction in the comments 👇

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The DOWNFALL of Australian Cricket

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:09:21 GMT

Australian cricket is in freefall — and this Bangladesh series might be the clearest sign yet.

In this video I break down exactly how Australia got here — the results, the selection issues, and the deeper structural problems that have been building for a while. This isn't just one bad series, it's part of a much bigger pattern.

🏏 What's covered: Full breakdown of the Australia vs Bangladesh series

Where it's gone wrong for Australia

The stats behind the decline Selection and structural issues at the top

What needs to change before this gets worse

Is this the start of a genuine crisis for Australian cricket, or just a rough patch? Drop your thoughts in the comments 👇

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This is the WORST England squad in years

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:34:16 GMT

England's squad selection for the Pakistan series has left fans stunned — and honestly, I'm struggling to understand some of these picks.

In this video I break down the full England squad, name-by-name, and explain why I think this is genuinely one of the weakest groups they've picked in years. We're talking selection headaches, baffling omissions, and a few picks that just don't make sense on paper.

🏏 What's covered:

Full squad breakdown and reaction
The selections that make no sense
Who SHOULD have been picked instead
What this means for the series against Pakistan
Is the selection panel getting this badly wrong?

Do you agree this is the worst England squad in recent memory, or am I being too harsh? Let me know your XI in the comments 👇

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Joe Root should NOT be England captain

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:25:51 GMT

BREAKING: Joe Root is England's new Test captain and Stephen Fleming is the new Test head coach! 🚨🏏 The ECB has confirmed one of the biggest shake-ups in English cricket in years — Stephen Fleming, the mastermind behind Chennai Super Kings' five IPL titles and New Zealand's most successful Test captain, takes charge of England Men's Test team, with Joe Root stepping up as full-time captain. In this video I break down: ✅ Why Fleming was the standout choice for England ✅ What his appointment means for England's Test cricket philosophy ✅ Can Joe Root thrive as captain under Fleming's leadership? ✅ How this changes England's approach ahead of the South Africa tour and the Ashes Stephen Fleming is one of the most respected coaches in world cricket, and pairing him with Joe Root could be exactly what England Test cricket needs. Let me know your thoughts in the comments! 🔔 Subscribe for more England cricket news, analysis and reactions 👍 Like this video if you're excited about the Fleming-Root partnership #JoeRoot #StephenFleming #EnglandCricket #TestCricket #ENGCricket #ECB #Cricket #EnglandTestTeam #Ashes #BazballNoMore #CricketNews #ChennaiSuperKings #NewZealandCricket #EnglandVsSouthAfrica

ENGLAND LOSE THE PLOT AND GIFT NZ THE ADVANTAGE

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:30:40 GMT

I review the 2nd day of the 2nd test between England and New Zealand My Socials: linktr.ee/CharlieCooke_

DEBUTANTE DELIGHT FOR ENGLAND AT THE OVAL

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:59:56 GMT

I review the 1st day of the 2nd test between England and New Zealand My Socials: linktr.ee/CharlieCooke_

INDIA'S BIGGEST INNINGS VICTORY EVER

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:27:40 GMT

I review the test between India and Afghanistan My Socials: linktr.ee/CharlieCooke_

DID ENGLAND PLAY WELL OR WERE THEY LUCKY WITH THE PITCH?

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 20:46:20 GMT

I review the 4th day of the 1st test between England and New Zealand My Socials: linktr.ee/CharlieCooke_

ARE PAKISTAN DARK HORSES FOR THE WORLD CUP AND ARE AUSTRALIA IN FREE FALL?

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 08:00:00 GMT

I review the ODI series between Pakistan and Australia My Socials: linktr.ee/CharlieCooke_

IS THIS THE WORST PITCH IN HISTORY OF ENGLISH CRICKET?

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:32:02 GMT

I review day 2 of the first test between England and New Zealand

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HAS OLLIE ROBINSON HAD THE GREATETS RETURN TO TEST CRICKET?

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:59:37 GMT

I review day 1 of the first test between England and New Zealand My Socials: linktr.ee/CharlieCooke_

THE ULTIMATE ENGLAND VS NEW ZEALAND SERIES PREVIEW

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:17:45 GMT

I preview the 3 match test series between England and New Zealand My Socials: linktr.ee/CharlieCooke_

IPL 2026 END OF SEASON TEAM RATINGS

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:47:42 GMT

I rate every IPL on how they did in the 2026 season My Socials: linktr.ee/CharlieCooke_

What is wrong with Bumrah? Marnus the best T20 captain? County Champ predictions

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:36:23 GMT

I break down all the cricket for the 16th April and make predictions for the games on the 17th My Socials: linktr.ee/CharlieCooke_

Pakistan are WINNING but will still LOSE

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:13:01 GMT

Pakistan have had the better of Day 1 in the 2nd Test — but there's a reason I still don't think it'll be enough to win them the match.

In this video I break down Day 1 of the 2nd Test between Pakistan and England, why Pakistan currently have the upper hand, and why I think they'll still end up losing this Test despite the strong start.

🏏 What's covered:

Full Day 1 session-by-session breakdown
Why Pakistan have had the better of the day
The underlying issue that could cost them the Test
How England can fight their way back into it
My prediction for how this match plays out

Do you think Pakistan can hold onto this advantage, or will England turn it around? Let me know in the comments 👇

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#Pakistan #England #PAKvENG #Cricket #TestCricket #Day1

Bethell BLITZES India, Sooryavanshi Debuts!

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 20:44:43 GMT

England SMASH India to Go 1-0 Up! Jacob Bethell 76 Wins It at Old Trafford 🔥🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇮🇳* England produced a brilliant chase to beat India by 4 wickets in the 2nd T20I at Old Trafford, Manchester, with Jacob Bethell smashing an unbeaten 76 off 46 balls to take the hosts to 191/6 and a 1-0 series lead. After the series opener was washed out, this one delivered a proper contest — India posted 190/7 thanks to Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan, but Bethell and Tom Banton's 67-run stand set up the win, with Axar Patel becoming the first Indian spinner to 100 T20I wickets along the way. In this video we break down: ✅ Full match highlights & key moments from ENG vs IND 2nd T20I ✅ Jacob Bethell's Player of the Match innings (76* off 46) ✅ Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's debut and early impact ✅ Where it went wrong for Shreyas Iyer's India ✅ What this means going into the 3rd T20I at Trent Bridge Drop a comment with your Player of the Match pick and your prediction for the 3rd T20I! 🔔 Subscribe for more England cricket coverage & reaction 👍 Like if Bethell is becoming your favourite England player 💬 Comment your score prediction for the next T20I #ENGvIND #JacobBethell #EnglandCricket #TeamIndia #HarryBrook #ShreyasIyer #VaibhavSooryavanshi #T20Cricket #OldTrafford #INDvsENG #CricketHighlights #IndiaTourOfEngland #Bethell76 #CricketNews #T20I

England will be better WITHOUT Ben Stokes

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:12:21 GMT

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Ben Stokes RETIRES! Who Replaces Him as England Test Captain? 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🚨

Ben Stokes has shocked the cricket world by announcing his retirement from international cricket, stepping down as England Test captain after the deciding 3rd Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. In this video, we break down WHY Stokes retired, his legacy as England captain, and who the ECB are most likely to appoint as the next England Test captain — Harry Brook, Joe Root, or a surprise pick like Jacob Bethell.

We cover: ✅ Why Ben Stokes retired from international cricket ✅ Stokes' Test captaincy legacy & Bazball era with Brendon McCullum ✅ Next England captain candidates: Harry Brook vs Joe Root vs Jacob Bethell ✅ Who replaces Stokes in the England XI as an all-rounder ✅ What this means for England ahead of the 2027 Ashes

Let us know in the comments who YOU think should be the next England Test captain!

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THE ULTIMATE ASHES 25/26 BREAKDOWN

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:18:56 GMT

me and Joe Nuttall discuss the ashes 25/26, I hope you enjoy! My Socials: linktr.ee/CharlieCooke_

Root Breaks Records, Jofra's Heart Warming Return and Can they Go Any Slower?

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 20:33:40 GMT

In this video I discuss England vs india 3rd test day 2, I hope you enjoy!

Charlie Cooke Cricket Podcast

Ollie Robinson becomes the BEST bowler in the world

Lords should NEVER host a test match again

Is Joe Root WASHED?

One of the GREATEST draws in test cricket

Australia will RUIN test cricket

Pakistan should FORFEIT this series and go home

Pakistan are the WORST team I have ever seen

This player will SAVE test cricket in India

Ollie Robinson is the BEST bowler in the world

The ONLY England vs Pakistan preview you need

The DOWNFALL of Australian Cricket

This is the WORST England squad in years

Joe Root should NOT be England captain

ENGLAND LOSE THE PLOT AND GIFT NZ THE ADVANTAGE

DEBUTANTE DELIGHT FOR ENGLAND AT THE OVAL

INDIA'S BIGGEST INNINGS VICTORY EVER

DID ENGLAND PLAY WELL OR WERE THEY LUCKY WITH THE PITCH?

ARE PAKISTAN DARK HORSES FOR THE WORLD CUP AND ARE AUSTRALIA IN FREE FALL?

IS THIS THE WORST PITCH IN HISTORY OF ENGLISH CRICKET?

HAS OLLIE ROBINSON HAD THE GREATETS RETURN TO TEST CRICKET?

THE ULTIMATE ENGLAND VS NEW ZEALAND SERIES PREVIEW

IPL 2026 END OF SEASON TEAM RATINGS

What is wrong with Bumrah? Marnus the best T20 captain? County Champ predictions

Pakistan are WINNING but will still LOSE

Bethell BLITZES India, Sooryavanshi Debuts!

England will be better WITHOUT Ben Stokes

THE ULTIMATE ASHES 25/26 BREAKDOWN

Root Breaks Records, Jofra's Heart Warming Return and Can they Go Any Slower?

Akash Deep Breaks Bazball in Historic Win for India

India Still in Control Despite Smith and Brook's Heroics on Day 3

Gill Breaks Records as India Dominate England on Day 2

Captain Gill Steps Up but are England Still Winning?

Duckett delivers yet Another Headingley Miracle

KL Rahul and Pant Masterclass but is it Enough to Stop England?

Brook out for 99, India Keep Dropping Catches and Bumrah is Unplayable on Day 3

Pant and Pope Ton Up as the Game is Left in the Balance on Day 2

Jaiswal and Gill Shine as India Dominate England on Day 1

The only England vs India series preview you need!

South Africa stun the cricketing world and win the WTC Final

Is Harry Brook doing a good job? (Eng vs WI 2nd T20I Review)

Is Liam Dawson the answer to all of England's problems? (Eng vs WI 1st T20I Review)

England dismantle West Indies to claim a series sweep (Eng vs WI 3rd ODI Review)

Joe Root is the great English batter of all time (Eng vs WI 2nd ODI Review)

Brook.s boys batter West Indies and Bethell shines once again (Eng vs WI 1st ODI review)

Leicestershire are the best red ball team, Englands XI vs WI and a 2025 T20 Blast preview!

Bashir spins England to victory against Zimbabwe (England vs Zimbabwe Day 3 Review)

England on top despite Bennett's brilliance (England vs Zimbabwe Day 2 Review)

Crawley and Pope book a flight to Australia (Eng vs Zim Day 1 Review)

Kolhi Retires, Brook's first squad and what is wrong with Lancs (County Champ Round 6 review)

Rohit retires, Rew for England and Middlesex's heroics (County Championship Round 5 Review)

Who should be in England's seam bowling attack and Notts look unstoppable (County Championship Round 4 Review)

Rehan Ahmed should open for England, Essex cheat and it rains a lot... (County Championship Round3 Review)

Bears win a thriller, Somerset are bad and Lancs escape with a draw (County Championship Round 2 Review)

MI steal a win against Delhi and SRH go Nuclear! (IPL weekend Review)

Harry Brook is named England white ball captain and MI vs RCB is an IPL classic!

Dhoni needs to retire? Jofra is back and Sunrisers fail again! (IPL weekend Review

The only County Championship preview you need for the 2025 season!

Mumbai hammer KKR to take their first win of the season

Sunrisers bat without brains and Rajasthan finally win a game!

Can RCB actually win IPL 2025? (CSK vs RCB Review)

Rajasthan Royals are the worst team in the IPL and IPL Power Rankings

Sunrisers smash Rajasthan everywhere and CSK back spin to win against Mumbai

KKR thrashed by explosive RCB in IPL opener!

Huge IPL 2025 Preview! Who wins, orange and purple caps and who is the worst team?

What team has the best Hundred draft? WPL catch up and Harry Brook banned from the IPL

Did India deserve to win? Who was the player of the tournament and more (Champions Trophy Review)

India too good for New Zealand as they win the Champions Trophy!

Apprentice and Master too much for the proteas as New Zealand book a place in Dubai

The Chase Master Deals with India's Headache to Make the Final

India's spin too much for New Zealand as they claim top spot

Jos Buttler's reign ends in embarrassment to a great South African Team

Australia saved by rain and Jos Buttler Resigns

Afghanistan kick England out of the Champions Trophy

King Kohli Reigns Supreme as Pakistan are demolished in Dubai

England throw away a win despite Duckett's greatest ever innings

Shubman and Shami shine as India beat Bangladesh

New Zealand are too good for a disappointing Pakistan

Champions Trophy Preview

Rohit is back with a bang and Sri Lanka have no answers for Steve Smiths Australia