Australia have lifted the Ashes urn after a dominant 4–1 series win. Mark Waugh joins Alastair Cook, David “Bumble” Lloyd, Phil Tufnell and Michael Vaughan to reflect on a campaign that raised big questions for England - brought to you by Betfair.

The panel break down how Australia got the job done, the key moments that defined the series, and why England ultimately fell short once again down under. From tactical missteps to missed opportunities, there’s an honest discussion about whether this Ashes will be remembered as a disaster for England or a necessary reality check.

There is also a focus on the positives England can cling to, with Jacob Bethell’s breakthrough performances offering genuine hope for the future. Mark gives his view on what Bethell brings, whether he can become a key figure moving forward and how England should build around emerging talent.

Attention then turns to the Harry Brook controversy, after it emerged the England T20 captain was involved in an altercation with a nightclub bouncer the night before an Ashes warm-up game, the growing pressure on England’s leadership, and whether this series marks the end of BazBall as we know it. The team debate Brendon McCullum’s future, what changes, if any, need to happen behind the scenes, and Alastair Cook opens up on reports suggesting he could join the coaching set-up.

Insightful, honest and full of strong opinions, this episode wraps up the Ashes and asks the big questions England can’t avoid as they look ahead.

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00:00: Intro

14:10: Show Starts

18:00: Brilliant Bethell

27:15: Harry Brook Controversy

38:00: Would Cook Coach England?

52:05: End of Series Questions

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The Stick to Cricket team are back in Melbourne to react to a huge moment in the Ashes, as England finally end their long wait for a Test win in Australia - Brought to you by Betfair! 🏏

The panel reflect on a fast-paced, two-day Test at the MCG and debate whether fans deserved more cricket, with questions raised about pitch preparation and whether an extra game should have been played. Alastair Cook gives his honest view on the surface and explains why he feels partly responsible for how conditions played out, while the team also pay tribute to Shane Warne’s incredible legacy at the MCG.

With England breaking a drought that stretches back years, the conversation turns to how long it has really been since they last tasted victory down under and why Michael Vaughan believes Australia were there for the taking this series. There’s strong discussion around England’s management, whether changes are needed moving forward, and what this win actually means for the remainder of the series.

The team also give their verdict on Zak Crawley’s series so far, Shoaib Bashir’s future and what England should take from this performance as they look ahead to the final Test.

Insightful, honest and full of debate, this episode breaks down a landmark win and asks the big question: where does England go from here?

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00:00 - Intro

07:38 - Show Starts

12:00 - England Commentators V Aussie Commentators

20:49 - The last time England won in Australia

22:15 - Noosa

25:50 - Were Australia beatable?

31:44 - Should England’s management stay?

55:42 - Tuffers' batting demo

58:50 - Community Questions

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Phil Tufnell, David “Bumble” Lloyd and Glenn McGrath join us for immediate reaction to England’s Ashes defeat in Adelaide, as the panel unpack one of the quickest series losses in modern history - Brought to you by Betfair. 🏏

The team begin by exploring why England fell short again, with Glenn breaking down the key moments they failed to grab and where the game ultimately slipped away. There’s discussion about England’s lack of patience with the bat, Australia’s relentless bowling and whether the visitors can genuinely compete in the remaining Tests despite late signs of fight.

The conversation moves to leadership and direction, as the panel debate whether Brendon McCullum should stay at the helm and what England must change to avoid this becoming one of their most damaging Ashes campaigns ever. The Snicko controversy also gets addressed, along with Ben Stokes’ call for England to “show a bit of dog” heading into Melbourne.

Australia’s dominance comes under the spotlight too, as McGrath assesses who has been their standout performer, how this ranks among their best Ashes displays, and whether even the Aussies themselves expected to wrap up the series this quickly. From Carey’s consistency to the Smith v Archer flashpoint, nothing is left untouched.

There’s also plenty of Tuffers and Bumble brilliance, including Tuffers’ latest bat demo, cult heroes chat and festive fun as we look ahead to Melbourne and share some Christmas favourites.

Packed with insight, opinion and humour, this is your essential Ashes reaction.

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00:00 - Intro

04:05 - Australia Retain Ashes - Reaction

08:00 - Future of BazBall

14:15 - Have England Improved?

20:50 - How Well Australia Have Done

29:50 - Handshakes Whilst Losing

33:55 - Melbourne Predictions

41:00 - Christmas Spirit!

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