Pakistan Preview, Australia Embarrassed and Fleming Head Coach! | Stick to Cricket EP 58

Stick to Cricket returns as Michael Vaughan, Sir Alastair Cook, Phil Tufnell and David "Bumble" Lloyd discuss Stephen Fleming and his backroom staff, Joe Root's return as Test captain and the latest talking points from the world of cricket - Brought to you by Betfair.

The panel react to Bangladesh's win over Australia and debate whether England missed a huge opportunity to beat their Ashes rivals. Attention then turns to England's Test captaincy, with Joe Root back in the role and the team discussing whether he or Harry Brook should lead England into the next Ashes and World Cup.

The conversation also turns to Ben Stokes, England's curfew and whether the former captain could make a return, while Vaughan reflects on his interview with Brendon McCullum. Cook also looks ahead to England's upcoming Test series against Pakistan, previewing the key battles and what to expect from both sides.

Elsewhere, the panel discuss Mo Bobat’s London Spirit and why The Hundred remains an important competition for English players. There's also a look at the next generation coming through in the Metro Bank cup, with plenty more laughs and strong opinions from the panel along the way.

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Fielders moving and gamesmanship — 3:57

Football chat — 6:49

The Hundred final — 12:58

Is The Hundred good for the county game? — 16:39

Young talent & fast-tracking — 22:10

Stephen Fleming appointed & Root back as captain — 29:07

Bangladesh beat Australia & Pakistan preview — 47:07

Village cricket clips & community questions — 55:16

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