Middle Please, Umpire - a Cricket Podcast

S7 Ep 11: Ashes Preview Bonus - Part 2

Miles and Woody take an unorthodox look at the forthcoming Ashes from the inner sanctum at Loughborough, and an incident with a Ferraro Rocher almost causes disaster. No

S7 Ep 10: Ashes Preview Special - Part 1

Miles and the MPU team get an inside view of Woody’s Ashes prep from the inner sanctum at Loughborough. We end up talking cricket along with some other amusing topics, al

S7 Ep9: At the time of writing...

We are joined for a great chat by Wisden editor, cricket correspondent and Northants fan Lawrence Booth.    Miles and Woody also decide to make this the hardest to date

S7 Ep8: Jonathan F****** River

Our esteemed guest is Alan Davies, star of Jonathan Creek, stand-up comedian, author and cricket fan.  Miles talks us through his long-awaited cricketing comeback whilst

S7 Ep7: Woody’s third eye

We welcome the lead singer of Sports Team, Alex Rice, to share his cricket passions with us.  Meanwhile Woody makes a passionate defence of team mate Zak Crawley, whilst

S7 Ep6: Hot Shots, Part Deux

We resume play at last; with Woody in the spare room recovering from a knee operation but determined to return stronger. Miles has been netting for his own return to Monm

S7 Ep5: A gentleman, cricketer, and soldier

One of the most fascinating interviews we have done as we’re joined by the brilliant WW2 historian, and cricket nut, James Holland. We also get a training update from Woo

S7 Ep4: Babyccinos with the Wiz

Another belter of a guest as Chris Woakes gives us the lowdown on playing and touring with Woody. It’s definitely unusual! Meanwhile Miles considers his options as a fran

S7 Ep3: Malcolm in the middle

An absolutely first class guest joins us in the shape of England pace legend Devon Malcolm. We have a very memorable chat, uncover some amazing stuff in the Super Over an

S7 Ep2: An Izzy of all trades

 We’re back with a guest! The amazing Izzy Westbury takes time out from RAF duty to discuss her cricket life, commentary experience and amazing CV, while Woody and Miles

S7 Ep1: Fried egg sandwich calzone

On the back of Woody’s stellar performances we have brought forward the first episode of our new run! More to come soon, but the guys catch up on matters from breakfasts

S6 Ep8: Carpe Diem

The last one of our current season, as Miles gets the inside track from Woody about his recent honour as a Wisden Cricketer of the Year, as well as his preparation for th

S6 Ep7: Hopes and fears

Keane lead singer Tom Chaplin is a brilliant guest as he shares tales from his cricketing youth and general love of the game. We also unveil some alternate Mark Wood name

S6 Ep6 The bowler’s Holding

An extended episode as West Indies pace legend, and cricket commentator par excellence, Michael Holding joins us to talk about his career and influence on Woody’s career.

S6 Ep5 Gravy or nothing

We get a fascinating glimpse into the backroom of elite cricket as Ben Langley, the man Woody credits with saving his career as England physio, and now Mumbai Indians’ he

S6 Ep4: Arms and legs all over the place

We are all Isa Guha fans, and she storms in as our very special guest. With the guys now both on tour, Woody explains the importance of gravy to Miles. A memorable mailba

S6 Ep3: Free Billy!

After a hiatus, we are back to resume season 6. We’re joined by England bowler and Step One ambassador Tash Farrant. Woody and Miles discuss the raging controversy around

S6 Ep2: Not spicy, just unusual

Mike Brearley; England’s legendary captain and cricket mind, joins us as our special guest for a brilliant chat. Meanwhile Woody and Miles discuss the important issues of

S6 Ep1: Cuddles on the boundary

We are back with a new season, releasing episodes as regularly as cricket schedules allow. This week our hosts catch up as Woody prepares for the World Cup, while Miles g

S5 update: 20 minutes of solid Wood

A hotly requested mini pod, as Miles has a catch-up with co-host and hero of the 3rd Test, our own Mark Wood.  Twitter @middleplease Instagram @middlepleaseumpire  Email