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 three legends telling it like it is - breaking down the craft, reliving wild tour tales, and pulling back the curtain on life behind the baggy green. JOIN The FBC Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/cw/fastbowlingcartel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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.
What is it like bowling in the top end? Excerpt from Patreon Q&A Join the Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/cw/fastbowlingcartel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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.
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.
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.
"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 one's for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Damien Fleming, Jason Gillespie and Glenn McGrath are back for another edition of the Fast Bowling Cartel. The T20 World Cup is heading towards it’s finally which nations will process and take home the trophy? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Damien Fleming, Glenn McGrath and Jason Gillespie settle in for a no‑nonsense, fast‑bowler‑approved debrief on a chaotic T20 World Cup. With Australia teetering on the brink of an early exit, the trio break down what’s gone wrong — from misfiring matchups to tactical hesitations — and what might still save the campaign. They also cast an eye across the tournament’s genuine heavyweights: India’s ruthless consistency, South Africa’s long‑awaited steel, and a resurgent West Indies side riding home‑crowd swagger and serious firepower. It’s sharp analysis, a few war stories, and the kind of honest chat only three Test greats can deliver. A must‑listen for anyone riding the highs and lows of Australia’s World Cup rollercoaster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
