32 min
Nikki and Melissa are back... after the most chaotic summer and misaligned calendars the girls are back with an episode discussing the most insane summer in the women's game, memorable match days and Melissa has some very important news to share... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
13 min
Nikki and Melissa catch up the morning after and reflect on England's dream start to the Women's T20 World Cup after their dominant 87-run victory over Sri Lanka. The conversation centres on Danni Wyatt-Hodge and her ruthless century & just how ruthless England looked from the first ball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
23 min
It's now England's turn! With the success of the Red Roses and the Lionesses fresh in the memory, England head into the Women's World Cup carrying the weight of expectation from a home crowd desperate for another major sporting triumph. Melissa and Nikki discuss whether England can handle the pressure and turn their status as one of the favourites into silverware. The pair also reflect on the warm-up victory over India and the timely boost of captain Nat Sciver-Brunt being fit and ready for the tournament. With a talented squad, home advantage, and momentum on their side, England will be hoping this is their year. Plus, Melissa and Nikki chat about The White Stuff's "Taking Over" campaign, which is helping bring women's cricket into the spotlight ahead of the tournament. Featuring England stars Lauren Bell and Ebony Rainford-Brent MBE, the campaign celebrates the growth of the women's game and the excitement building around a home World Cup, highlighting how both players’ paths were shaped by chance moments that led them into cricket. The film captures their journeys and the growth of the women’s game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
9 min
Nikki and Melissa turn their attention to Sri Lanka, who arrive at the tournament full of confidence after a 3–0 T20I series win. With a refreshed squad featuring several new faces since the previous World Cup the pair discuss Sri Lanka’s key players, emerging talent, and what will be crucial if they’re to carry their recent form into the marquee tournament and make a strong impression against higher-ranked oppositions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
15 min
It's time to turn attention to India, one of the tournament favourites. Riding the momentum of their 2025 Cricket World Cup triumph. They discuss whether India can build on that success, the key players who could drive another title challenge, and their chances of going back-to-back on the biggest stage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
11 min
It's time for the West Indies, discussing the squad's exciting mix of experience and flair, key players to watch, and their chances of making a deep run at the Women's World Cup. They've won the tournament once back in 2016. Skipper, Hayley Matthews will be backed by the experience of Deandra Dottin and Stafanie Taylor, who have plenty of all-round experience to boost the side in all departments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
12 min
Melissa and Nikki continue their Women's World Cup team-by-team preview series with a deep dive into South Africa and their chances at this year's tournament. They discuss the headline-making retirement reversals of Dane van Niekerk and Shabnim Ismail, what their returns could mean for the squad, and the experience and quality they bring back to the international stage. The pair also take a closer look at captain Laura Wolvaardt, her leadership, form, and importance to South Africa's hopes of success. From key players and squad balance to expectations and predictions, Melissa and Nikki break down everything you need to know about South Africa ahead of the Women's World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
13 min
Nikki and Melissa break down Australia’s Women’s T20 World Cup squad, the six-time champions, and assess whether they can get a trophy back in their cabinet? They highlight Australia’s key strengths - elite all-round depth, world-class bowling, and unmatched knockout experience. Players like Litchfield, Perry, Gardner, McGrath, and Schutt are central to their dominance, while emerging talents add fresh energy to the squad. However, they also point out a few concerns that could trouble the Aussies and who they can't wait to see perform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
BBC commentator & Gloucestershire player Melissa Story is joined by fellow BBC commentator & Surrey cricketer Nikki Chaudhuri to discuss all things women's cricket with interviews and in-depth analysis.
