Nikki and Melissa break down India’s stunning win over South Africa in Navi Mumbai - a victory that crowned them World Champions and marked a pivotal moment not just in women’s cricket, but in sport itself. A team that had stumbled early in the tournament roared back to lift the trophy on home soil in front of a sold-out stadium. They reflect on how India’s blend of belief, composure and home-crowd fire carried them through the final, and how Laura Wolvaardt’s brilliance kept South Africa’s hopes alive until the very end. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Nikki and Melissa break down a dramatic pair of semi-final clashes at the ICC Women’s World Cup that saw both Australia and England knocked out of contention. With South Africa and India now set to battle for their first-ever World Cup title, we dive into how each side got here, key turning points in the matches and what this means for women's cricket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Storylines, hosts Nikki and Melissa dive into the second round of matches in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup - from Australia's impressive showing against India and the challenges the hosts are facing in their bowling lineup to HOW have England ended up on top of the table?! Plus, Melissa shares a train romance story, and Nikki reveals the secret to her snatched jawline.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Nikki and Melissa dive into the first week of the Women’s World Cup breaking down Australia’s shaky start, England’s strong bounce-back win over South Africa, and all the key storylines you need to know. Plus, what NOT to post on your Hinge profile! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Melissa & Nikki catch up after a LONG break, discussing their personal lives and the busy summer's they've had. They delve into the upcoming Women's World Cup, reflecting on recent cricketing highlights, including The Hundred and the India v Australia series. The conversation shifts to team preparations, player performances, and the pressures surrounding the tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A much needed catch up for Nikki and Melissa round up India’s hugely successful tour of England and consider England’s fielding ‘yips’! The girls also review both Surrey and Middlesex’s victories at the Tier 1 and Tier 2 T20 Finals Days. Plus it’s Finty Trussler’s Barmy Army, disappointing your family 101, and we get the lowdown on Shrek’s adventure at Old Trafford! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this jampacked episode, Nikki and Melissa dive into all the action from the 4th and 5th T20s and the opening two ODIs, analysing the key moments, standout performances, and all the drama in between. Plus, Melissa is turning green, Nikki is vertically challenged, and let's hear all about 'that catch' against Glamorgan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nikki and Melissa record from The Oval as England bounce back to win a nail-biting 3rd T20I against India. A blistering 137-run opening stand from Sophia Dunkley and Danni Wyatt set the tone before a late collapse, but England’s bowlers fought back. Lauren Bell defended 12 off the final over as England held their nerve for a thrilling 5-run win to keep the series alive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nikki and Melissa review India’s impressive win in the 2nd T20I at Bristol, giving them a 2-0 lead in the series. With minimal impact from their star players, it was Jemimah Rodrigues and Amanjot Kaur who stepped up to deliver a commanding performance. For England, it’s back-to-back defeats and plenty to ponder after another tough outing with both bat and ball. They’ll be looking for answers ahead of the third T20I at The Oval on Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nikki and Melissa recap India’s 97 run win and Smriti Mandhana’s magnificent century. Meanwhile, England will want to bounce back from their disappointing show with the bat and ball. It’s all to play for in the 2nd T20 at Bristol. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nikki has an exclusive interview with legendary Indian fast bowler, Jhulan Goswami to preview the Eng v India series starting on Saturday. Jhulan offers great insight into adapting to conditions, the players India will rely on and her experiences playing in England. Meanwhile, Melissa joins Nikki to discuss how important this series will be for England’s new captain, Nat Sciver-Brunt, and explains how she broke her pads whilst batting for Gloucestershire. Plus, Nikki’s got a new voice, a demon possesses us, and we’re becoming nuns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Melissa and Nikki unite across time zones (at 6am UK time) to discuss the T20 Blast at the halfway stage and the ICC T20 World Cup schedule next year. Plus, Nikki has a towel on her head, Melissa is employed by the Bristol tourism board, and would you skive off school to go to a T20 at 10.30am? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Melissa and Nikki review England’s 143 run win over the West Indies, discuss whether you should get an award for visiting all 18 first class county grounds, and the ‘floating’ World Cup Final. And the big question: did Melissa’s rice get burnt? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Melissa solo tackles the first ODI which saw England win by 108 runs in Derby. Amy Jones scored her first international century and Tammy Beaumont did what Tammy Beaumont does at the other end. Meanwhile, Linsey Smith got a 5fer on her ODI debut and the West Indies finally showed a bit of fight! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nikki and Melissa break down the final T20I between Eng and WI whilst Melissa tries not to get distracted by Tom Cruise. Nikki discusses her day at Taunton covering the women's inaugural county cup finals day where Lancashire women get their name on some silverware. And did you know, Melissa and Nikki were practically neighbours as kids?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mel and Nikki take the opportunity of an early finish in the second T20 between England and West Indies to get down the pub... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

England begin their summer at home with a bang. An 8 wicket victory over the West Indies and you can see the Charlotte Edwards effect already! Melissa and Nikki touch on some key moments from a comprehensive win from Nat Sciver-Brunt and her new side. P.S. Melissa has ANOTHER new cardigan! 😱 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nikki and Melissa run through the recently announced England squads to face West Indies by new coach Charlotte Edwards, Sophie Ecclestone missing out and should Melissa return her brand new green cardigan? Join Melissa along with Simon Hughes, Simon Mann and Vic Marks at a live recording of the Analyst Inside Cricket podcast in Bristol on June 18 in aid of the Syd Lawrence MND cause. Tickets here - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-analyst-inside-cricket-podcast-live-tickets-1353264403259?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Englands new captain, miserable love lives and commentating parrots!! Nikki and Melissa dive into Nat Sciver-Brunt’s appointment as England captain and what it means. The domestic tier system is up and running so it’s time to keep an eye out on performances and the girls end up planning a new side hustle….brace yourselves for a lot of laughs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Melissa spoke to Jeanette Tate, Disability Development Officer at Gloucestershire Cricket Foundation, and disability athletes Shravani Philpot and Liara Hampton. The conversation covered the structure of disability cricket in England and Wales, the girls’ personal journeys and challenges and how clubs can support disability cricket further. Plus, from a Gloucestershire point of view, we’ll never say no to stories about beating Somerset! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices