The Bowler’s Union Podcast

3rd Test Day 5 | Australia Close It Out in Adelaide

In today’s episode we break down the defining moments from Day 5 of the Ashes Test in Adelaide — the final twists, the pressure phases, and how Australia ultimately got the job done.
We get into:
• Stokes and McCullum speak• England’s final chase — belief, momentum and where it slipped away• Smith top innings and ropey dismissal!• Cummins’ straight back into it!• No matter what there's always a bowling change!
Then we zoom out to the bigger picture — what this result means for the series, the lessons for England heading forward, and how Australia continue to win Tests through pressure, discipline and control rather than chaos.
If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world if you left us a 5★ review and shared it with someone who loves their Ashes cricket as much as we do!
All the best,Wrighty & Barks@lifeofchriswright • @k13bkr • @thebowlersunion
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ASHES 3rd Test Day 2 | Control, Class & Pressure: How Australia Took Hold in Adelaide

In today’s episode we break down the key moments so far from the Ashes Test in Adelaide — a match shaped by control, class batting, disciplined bowling and Australia steadily tightening their grip.
We get into:
• Usman Khawaja’s 82• Alex Carey’s home-ground 106 and how it shifted the game• The around-the-wicket inswing plan• Archers class spell (5–54)• Australia adding 50 crucial morning runs and stretching England at the perfect time
Then we look at the bowling story — Cummins’ control (3–54), Boland’s relentless areas, and Nathan Lyon overtaking McGrath to move into second on Australia’s all-time Test wicket list. We also unpack Pope vs Lyon and what England’s technical battle looks like moving forward.
If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world if you left us a 5★ review and shared it with someone who loves their Ashes cricket as much as we do!
All the best,Wrighty & Barks@lifeofchriswright • @k13bkr • @thebowlersunion
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TEST ATTACK BATTLE! South Africa v Australia

In a previous episode, we selected the greatest-ever Test bowling attacks from two iconic cricketing nations. South Africa and Australia!Now, it’s time to put those attacks to the test.
In this episode, we simulate a head-to-head clash in India, breaking down who would actually come out on top when conditions, pressure, and numbers really matter.
We dive deep into the data — comparing combined bowling averages, strike rates, economy rates, and total wickets— before layering in context around Indian pitches, match situations, and how these attacks would function as a unit.
This isn’t about nostalgia. It’s about evidence, balance, and suitability.
So which legendary attack takes 20 wickets in India?Who controls the game across five days?And which bowlers become the real difference makers?
A proper cricket debate — backed by numbers, experience, and a bit of imagination.
If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world if you left us a 5★ review and shared it with someone who loves their cricket as much as we do!
All the best,Wrighty & Barks@lifeofchriswright • @k13bkr • @thebowlersunion
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Australia Seal It — England Outplayed in Brisbane | Ashes Wrap-Up Brisbane Day 4

Australia have taken the 2nd Test in Brisbane with a convincing display across four days — disciplined batting, sharper execution, and the big moments falling their way when it mattered. England showed real promise at times… but dropped chances and missed opportunities ultimately told the story of the match.
In today’s episode we break down:
• How Australia controlled the game and closed it out• Stokes talks about pressure in key moments• Where England over-prepared?• What England must fix before the next Test
We’ll also look ahead to the series picture — what changes could be coming, who stands up next, and whether England can hit back from here.
If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world if you left us a 5★ review and shared it with someone who loves their Ashes cricket as much as we do!
All the best,Wrighty & Barks@lifeofchriswright • @k13bkr • @thebowlersunion
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Australia Take Control — England Left Ruing Drops | THE ASHES 2nd Test Day 2 Brisbane!

In today’s episode we break down Day 2 of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane — a day defined by control, missed chances, pressure moments and an Australian batting display that swung momentum firmly their way.
We get into:
• Australia's batters all get starts!• England’s dropped chances — the moments that hurt most• Pink-ball phases and why they still matter in this match• And the big question… can England fight back on Day 3?
Then we look ahead to tomorrow — Can England strike early and drag the game back? Does the pink ball under lights offer one last twist? And what total becomes too far beyond reach?
If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world if you left us a 5★ review and shared it with someone who loves their Ashes cricket as much as we do!
All the best,Wrighty & Barks@lifeofchriswright • @k13bkr • @thebowlersunion
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ASHES 2ND TEST Day 1 | A Test on the Edge — England Refuse To Break

In today’s episode we break down Day 1 of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane — a wild pink-ball ride that gave us drama, swing, momentum shifts… and one hell of a last-wicket fightback from England.
We get into:
• England post 323/9 after a huge 10th-wicket stand• The impact of Will Jacks’ inclusion & England’s tactical shift• Pink-ball conditions — movement, madness & moments under lights• What Australia missed without Nathan Lyon• And the big question… is 323 enough?
Then we look ahead to Day 2 — can England push beyond 350? How will Jacks be used with the ball? And is the evening session tomorrow where this Test will swing?
If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world if you left us a 5★ review and shared it with someone who loves their Ashes cricket as much as we do!
All the best,Wrighty & Barks@lifeofchriswright • @k13bkr • @thebowlersunion
This episode is brought to you by Gray-Nicolls.
We’re buzzing to be working with them — and you can grab a discount on their gear.Visit their site: www.gray-nicolls.co.uk
Use code: A_TBUP20 at checkout.
 

The Best Test Bowling Line-Ups Cup!

In this episode we build the ultimate Test bowling competition. We each select the best Test bowling line-ups in cricket, choose their home venues, and then do a live knockout draw to see who plays who. Some outrageous match-ups.
The rules of our picks are the following
We pick a player based on their absolute peak
We have to include at least one spinner
We have to include a genuine all-rounder
We assume that our bowling attack will randomly play somewhere in the world and as such has to be balanced appropriately!
If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world if you left us a 5★ review and shared it with someone who loves their Ashes cricket 🔥
All the best,Wrighty & Barks@lifeOfChrisWright • @k13bkr • @thebowlersunion
This episode is brought to you by Gray-Nicolls.We’re buzzing to be working with them — and you can grab a discount on their gear.Visit: www.gray-nicolls.co.ukUse code A_TBUP20 at checkout.

ASHES DAY 2 | England Blow It, Australia Punish It!

In this episode, we dive into all the big talking points from a wild Day 2 in Perth — a day where England had a golden chance… and let it slip.
We get into:• England spurn a great opportunity after a strong start.• Big drives and whether England’s intent tipped into chaos.• At what point does positive become reckless?• Travis Head: simply awesome.• England’s next move — selection, mentality, and strategy.• And lots more!
If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world if you left us a 5★ review and shared it with someone who loves their Ashes cricket 🔥
All the best,Wrighty & Barks@lifeOfChrisWright • @k13bkr • @thebowlersunion
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ASHES DAY 1 | Starc’s 7, Stokes’ 5! Carnage on Day 1 in Perth

In this episode, we break down a chaotic opening day of the 2025/26 Ashes in Perth — a day where both sides dominated at different times and the series exploded into life instantly.
We get into:
• Mitchell Starc’s sensational 7-for — a career-best demolition job• England’s collapse from 105/4 to 172 all out• Ben Stokes’ captain’s spell, taking a brilliant 5 wickets to drag England back into the Test• England’s terrific bowling display and how they put Australia under real pressure• England targeting Boland — and whether that tactic will work in this series• Who’s actually ahead after Day 1?• And lots more!
If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world if you left us a 5★ review and shared it with someone who loves their Ashes cricket as much as we do!
All the best,Wrighty & Barks@lifeofchriswright • @k13bkr • @thebowlersunion
This episode is brought to you by Gray-Nicolls.
We’re buzzing to be working with them — and you can grab a discount on their gear.Visit their site: www.gray-nicolls.co.uk
Use code: A_TBUP20 at checkout.

Predicting the Ashes: Big Players, Big Moments, Big Calls!

In this episode, we dive into our full Ashes predictions special — scorelines, big moments, star players, and all the chaos we think might unfold! 🇦🇺🇬🇧
We get into:• Our series score prediction (and why!)• Highest run-scorers for England and Australia• Each country’s leading wicket-taker• Will Joe Root finally get that Ashes hundred?• Bonus predictions… will anything wild happen this series?• Ponting & Broad’s Ashes XI — and what we make of it• And lots more!
If you enjoy the episode, it would mean the world if you left us a 5★ review and shared it with someone who loves their cricket!
All the best,Wrighty & Barks
@lifeOfChrisWright @k13bkr @thebowlersunion
This episode is brought to you by Gray-Nicolls.
We’re buzzing to be working with them — and you can grab a discount on their gear.Visit their site: www.gray-nicolls.co.uk
Use code: A_TBUP20 at checkout.