Published by Dean du Plessis
Dean at Stumps is a cricket podcast which features interviews with players both current and former. It is Zimbabwe’s only cricket podcast
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Hamilton Masakadza, undoubtedly a son of the Zimbabwean soil. Hamilton Masakadza was 17 years and 352 days old when he debuted for Zimbabwe in the second test match against the West Indies at Harare sports club in 2001, and briefly held the record for being the youngest player to score a test hundred on debut. Hamilton talks in depth about that hundred, his support from his senior players at the time, his unwavering encouragement from his family, especially his Father. He also talks candidly about the setback of losing the senior players in 2004, but also believes that it accelerated the inclusion of black players. He also pays huge tribute to former West Indian player Phil Simmons, who had a massive part to play in his development, as well as the Cronje family in Bloemfontein where he attended university
25 min
Zimbabwe’s swing bowler Victor Nyauchi, who is currently struggling with an Achilles injury tells Dean du Plessis that neither the convener of selectors, or coaches have faith in him due to his lack of pace
31 min
Sir Garfield Sobers who passed away at the age of 89 was undoubtedly the world’s finest all round cricketer West Indies commentator Fazeer Mohammed talks to Dean du Plessis, and pays tribute to the world’s best allrounder
58 min
Stuart Carlisle is Zimbabwe’s only batsman to score centuries against Australia in both test and one day international formats. He talks briefly about his promising Hockey career, his sister Lindsay who represented Zimbabwe and South Africa, and then went on to captain the South African ladies hockey team. He talks about the test hundred he scored against Australia at the Sydney Cricket ground in 2003 And Dean du Plessis has an addition to make, regarding a (blind) date
21 min
Zimbabwe’s assistant coach and former batter Stuart Matsikenyeri talks about the culture in the squad, the longevity and importance of the older players
47 min
Former Tuskers cricketer Godwin Mamhiyo sits down with Dean du Plessis for a deep dive into Zimbabwe’s test squad ahead of the Bangladesh series, the emerging pace-bowling options and Tafadzwa Tsiga’s rise in red ball cricket.
23 min
Left-arm fast bowler Richard Ngarava has always had lots of responsibilities as Zimbabwe’s opening bowler. Now he has the added responsibility of captaining his country in the test and ODI formats. He feels quietly confident ahead of Zimbabwe’s home series against Bangladesh. He also speaks about the privilege of taking over as test and ODI captain
33 min
Craig Richard Ervine was in a reflective mood as he joined Dean du Plessis in the garden. He starts off by giving us an account on how he missed Zimbabwe’s one-off test against Ireland in Bulawayo due to the early arrival of his baby, then talks about the experiences and lessens learnt of playing against England, South Africa and New Zealand. He briefly touches on his team mate and friend Sean Williams’s struggles and how they were dealt with, and also shares his mild disappointment as to how he was informed about the change in captaincy in the Test and ODI formats, but assures us that the disappointments are firmly behind him as he focuses on the upcoming international season
56 min
Join Dean du Plessis and Zimbabwe’s men’s coach Justin Sammons in the garden in a wide ranging conversation from Justin’s ongoing stint with Zimbabwe, to his roll as batting consultant with the Proteas men’s team. Sammons talks about the highs and lows with Zimbabwe, the importance of creating a good environment for the players to perform, and what he hopes to achieve with the team
29 min
Managing director of Zimbabwe cricket, Givemore Makoni and Dean du Plessis engage in a wide ranging conversation covering multiple topics
20 min
Brendan Taylor returned to international cricket in August 2025 after serving a ban for substance and alcohol abuse, as well as accepting money from illegal bookmakers. He gives an honest assessment on his comeback, and remains very focused on playing in the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup
20 min
Top-order batter Innocent Kaia sits down with Dean du Plessis and expresses his desire and hunger to get back into the national team and score as many runs for his country as he can. He talks about how nice it is batting with Sikandar Raza, and also thanks former coach Dave Houghton for mentoring him
40 min
Once again Dean du Plessis delivers another masterclass podcast. Fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani talks about his inclusion in the recently concluded ICC T20 World Cup, his how West Indies allrounder Jason Holder helped him with his bowling action, the joy of working with former West Indies great Courtney Walsh, the team and his personal performance in the T20 World Cup, and his desire to play test cricket…. Former Zimbabwe captain Tatenda Taibu spoke about his roll as the ambassador during the under 19 World Cup, and fondly remembers the Under 19 World Cup in 2002 where he was named player of the tournament
25 min
Former Zimbabwean seam bowler, now established commentator Mpumelelo Mbangwa assesses Zimbabwe’s recent campaign in the ICC T20 Men’s World Cup, and Zimbabwean opening batter Brian Bennett reflects on his success. With half centuries against Australia, Sri Lanka, and 97* against India
52 min
Former Zimbabwean great, Andy Flower takes time out to visit Dean du Plessis in his garden and talk about the ICC. Men’s Under 19 World Cup, his playing career, England’s disappointing Ashes campaign, the Indian Premier League. He also shares his thoughts on what Zimbabwe cricket could do to be more competitive and get positive results
59 min
David Houghton was one of the many talented sports people that Zimbabwe produced. Representing Zimbabwe in Tennis, squash, Hokey, and cricket. He talks in depth of his international cricket career with Dean du Plessis.
17 min
Former top-order batter, turned commentator, Tino Mawoyo relives Zimbabwe’s shock win over Australia in the ICC uNDER 19 MEN’S CRICKET WORLD CUP which was held in Bangladesh in 2004. Mawoyo who captained the team also explains his various “feathers in his cap” through out the upcoming World Cup
11 min
Kian and Michial Blignaut, sons of former Zimbabwe allrounder chat to Dean du Plessis ahead of the upcoming under 19 men’s World Cup
10 min
The under 19 World Cup is virtually upon us, and Zimbabwe and Namibia will be cohosting the event. Former Zimbabwe captain, now tournament director Hamilton Masakadza explains his roll
28 min
Allrounder and Midwest captain Antum Naqvi talks about his future, playing in the international leagues and controlling emotions. Former national coach Dave Houghton also makes an appearance on the Pod as he tells us about the roll he will play at the high performance centre