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by BackChat Studios · English · Sport
Welcome to The Fast Bowling Cartel – where the quicks talk fast, bowl faster and nothing’s off-limits. Hosted by Aussie pace royalty Glenn McGrath, Damien Fleming, and Jason Gillespie, this is your front-row seat to the raw, unfiltered world of fast bowling. No PR spin. No sugar-coating. Just thre
11 Oct 2026 · 12 minNew
Join the FBC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/cw/fastbowlingcartel Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie, and Damien Fleming break down their top five best EVER South African quicks. Follow us on our social media accounts https://linktr.ee/fastbowlingcartel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7 Oct 2026 · 54 min
Flem, Dizzy and Pidge dissect the upcoming South Africa vs Australia Test series, revisit the memories of Sandpapergate, unpack some shock squad selections and plenty more! Join the FBC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/cw/fastbowlingcartel Follow us on our social media accounts https://linktr.ee/fastbowlingcartel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4 Oct 2026 · 6 min
Join the FBC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/cw/fastbowlingcartel South African great Shaun Pollock breaks down the FIVE times batters made his life a bit... difficult! https://linktr.ee/fastbowlingcartel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 3 min
Join the FBC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/cw/fastbowlingcartel South African great Shaun Pollock joins Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie and Damien Fleming to reflect on his incredible career, including an important mentor in his early days, how surfaces have changed in the modern game and his continued love of cricket through commentary. Follow us on our social media accounts https://linktr.ee/fastbowlingcartel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
24 Sep 2026 · 24 min
Australia's first tour of Zimbabwe in 12 years ends 3–0, but it was closer than it looks. The Cartel digs into Nathan Ellis's brilliant series with bat and ball, Hazlewood's return, Billy Stanlake's injury, and the Zimbabwe seamers who nearly stole the decider. Plus, a last-wicket heist and Marsh admitting his side got lucky. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
19 Sep 2026 · 19 min
Join the FBC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/cw/fastbowlingcartel Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie, and Damien Fleming build the best EVER bowler utilising different attributes of various fast bowlers. Follow us on our social media accounts https://linktr.ee/fastbowlingcartel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
15 Sep 2026 · 16 min
Join the FBC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/cw/fastbowlingcartel Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie, and Damien Fleming break down their top five ever Pakistani quicks. Follow us on our social media accounts https://linktr.ee/fastbowlingcartel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10 Sep 2026 · 18 min
Join the FBC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/cw/fastbowlingcartel Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie, and Damien Fleming break down their top five best EVER left-arm quicks. Follow us on our social media accounts https://linktr.ee/fastbowlingcartel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7 Sep 2026 · 50 min
Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie and Damien Fleming are back for another Fast Bowling Cartel, breaking down Australia’s Test squad for South Africa, the Adelaide Strikers’ latest signing, and how the style of Test cricket has evolved through the decades. Follow us on our social media accounts https://linktr.ee/fastbowlingcartel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
26 Aug 2026 · 49 min
Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie, and Damien Fleming break down Mitchell Starc's brutal 10/51 match haul (6/12 & 4/39) that bowled Australia to an innings-and-51-run win over Bangladesh inside two days, levelling the series 1-1 after the Darwin loss. The trio dig into Starc's twin spells, Pat Cummins' support act (3/25 & 3/10), Shoriful Islam's stunning 7/48 counterpunch, and 18 wickets falling on day one alone at Mackay's Test debut. Bangladesh were bowled out for 64 and 95 — their first sub-100 double in a Test — while Cam Green's 67 was the lone bright spot for the hosts. 0:00 Intro 4:00…
18 Aug 2026 · 32 min
Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie and Damien Fleming react to Australia getting smashed by nine wickets in Darwin — a first Bangladesh Test win on Aussie soil, after they'd been bowled out for 54 in the tour game a week earlier. The Cartel unpacks how it happened: Hasan Mahmud and Mehidy Miraz ripping through the top order, a Marrara pitch that turned the "world's best attack" into passengers, and a middle order that folded when it mattered. No sugar-coating — three blokes who've bowled sides out for a living tell you exactly where it went wrong, and what Australia need to fix before Mackay.…
12 Aug 2026 · 44 min
This week Flem and Dizzy preview the upcoming test series between Australia & Bangladesh. They discuss 'that innings' the form of Australia & Bangladesh and what to expect over these 2 test matches. Plus Plenty more! JOIN THE PATREON 0:00 Intro 6:40 Australis vs Bangladesh History 14:40 Bangladesh vs CA 11 26:30 The FBC 30:00 Batsmen 40:08 Results Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
29 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 6 min
Merv Hughes joins Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie and Damien Fleming for a laugh-filled look back at his career — from raw Victorian quick to Ashes-winning enforcer. Expect sledging duels, legendary send-offs, dressing room pranks, and plenty of tall tales as the boys needle Merv about which stories have grown in the telling. A must-listen for fans of old-school fast bowling folklore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
23 Jul 2026 · 6 min
What is it like bowling in the top end? Excerpt from Patreon Q&A Join the Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/cw/fastbowlingcartel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
16 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 4 min
Pigeon, Dizzy and Flem tackle the big questions: is Bazball officially dead, and who should be England's next head coach? Plus, the Big Bash heading to India — smart move or selling out? And the debate to end all debates: the top 5 fast bowling pairs of all time. Strong opinions guaranteed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 6 min
Damien Fleming and Jason Gillespie are joined by Adam Gilchrist for a ripper chat covering BazBall, the rise of New Zealand cricket, the craft of wicketkeeping, and a debate over Australia's greatest ever fast bowlers. Pull up a chair for this one. oin The FBC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/cw/fastbowlingcartel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
26 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 7 min
Glenn McGrath and Damien Fleming are back and not holding back. This week the boys tackle England's drinking culture controversy — genuine problem or storm in a teacup? They also pay tribute to the great Kane Williamson as he walks away from Test cricket, reflect on why he never quite got the recognition he deserved, and dig into the coaching merry-go-rounds causing headaches across the international game. The usual laughs, hard opinions, and stories from the trenches. Don't miss it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
10 Jun 2026 · 55 min
"WHAT'S THE CORRIDOR OF UNCERTAINTY, DANNY?!" The boys are joined by one of cricket's most recognisable voices New Zealand fast bowling legend and beloved commentator Danny Morrison. From terrorising batters at Eden Park to making living rooms around the world feel like a party, Danny has done it all. The Cartel boys sit down with the man himself to talk outswingers, on-air chaos, life on the international circuit, and why Kiwi pace bowling has always punched above its weight. Whether you know Danny from his electric spell against England or from screaming "BOWLED HIM!" into your TV this…
4 Jun 2026 · 27 min
The Cartel is back and firing on all cylinders. Pidge, Dizzy and Flem settle in for one of their best yet. McGrath runs through the best left-handers he ever bowled to, Gillespie reveals his favourite Test grounds from a career spent touring the world, the boys weigh in on the proposed merger between the Melbourne Stars and Renegades, and Fleming shares the best and worst roommates he's had along the way. Brilliant stories, brilliant company. 0:00 Intro 0:45 - Pidge’s Top 5 Left Handers 5:00 - Give Me A Spell 9:30 - Dizzy’s Top 5 Test Grounds 14:15 - Flem’s Top 5 Roommates Hosted on Acast.…
21 May 2026 · 23 min
Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie & Damien Fleming put together a list of the best batsmen they have bowled to, the top cricket grounds around the world and the best left handers. 0:00 Intro 0:30 Top 5 Batsmen Jason Gillespie Bowled to 8:00 Glenn McGraths Top 5 Cricket Grounds 17:00 Damien Flemings Top 5 Left Handed Batsmen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
18 May 2026 · 45 min
Damien Fleming, Glenn McGrath and Jason Gillespie are back behind the mics for another episode of The Fast Bowling Cartel. Gillespie reflects on his experiences in the Pakistan Super League, McGrath provides his thoughts on privatisation in the Big Bash League and Fleming discussed whether Andrew Flintoff will make a good coach for the Sydney Thunder Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6 May 2026 · 58 min
Damien Fleming, Michael Kasprowicz and Jason Gillespie sit down with Andy Bichel to revisit his standout moments in Australian cricket from World Cup heroics to life in the fast‑bowling group and explore how he’s now shaping the next generation through coaching. A sharp, fun chat packed with stories, insight and classic fast bowler energy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
22 Apr 2026 · 31 min
Damien Fleming, Jason Gillespie and Glenn McGrath are joined by Craig ‘Chalky’ White. From Keeper to Bowler and Brother-in-law of Darren Lehmann, Chalky shares some incredible cricket stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
15 Apr 2026 · 28 min
Damien Fleming, Jason Gillespie and Glenn McGrath celebrate the birthday of their former teammate Craig McDermott. Discuss classic Billy stories, and the art of fast bowling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4 Apr 2026 · 15 min
Jason Gillespie, Damien Fleming and Glenn McGrath rank their Top 5 IPL Bowlers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2 Apr 2026 · 56 min
Glenn McGrath, Jason Gillespie and Damien Fleming are back talking cricket.. FAST The IPL is on, Dizzy is coaching in the PSL and South Australia wins the Sheffield Shield. There’s a Top 5, an impromptu give me a spell and plenty more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
19 Mar 2026 · 47 min
Glenn McGrath, Damien Fleming, and Jason Gillespie are joined by one of the most exciting fast bowlers on the planet — South Africa's Kagiso Rabada. KG sits down with three of the game's great wicket-takers to reflect on his rise through the ranks, the craft of fast bowling, and what keeps him hungry at the top of his game. Three legends, one superstar, and plenty of pace talk. Don't miss it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
14 Mar 2026 · 11 min
Damien Fleming, Jason Gillespie and Glenn McGrath rank their Team of the Tournament for the 2026 T20 World Cup! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11 Mar 2026 · 44 min
Damien Fleming, Jason Gillespie and Glenn McGrath review the final the T20 World Cup. They discuss India's incredible performance, New Zealand falling at the final hurdle and the team of the tournament Plus plenty more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 20 min
This week the boys are joined by former English paceman Steve Harmison. Harmy shares tales of playing with Boonie, his cricket origins, that ball in Brisbane and the famous 05 Ashes series victory over Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to The Fast Bowling Cartel – where the quicks talk fast, bowl faster and nothing’s off-limits. Hosted by Aussie pace royalty Glenn McGrath, Damien Fleming, and Jason Gillespie, this is your front-row seat to the raw, unfiltered world of fast bowling. No PR spin. No sugar-coating. Just thre
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