The Liam Before Wicket Cricket Podcast

England’s Next Test Stars? 5 County Players Marcus North Must Watch

England have appointed a new selector in Marcus North, but which county players should already be on his radar? PLUS County Championship round-up, Incredible stories from club cricket and the Cricket Cabbage of the Week!

England’s New Test Opener? Emilio Gay, County Championship & Club Cricket Returns

In this week’s cricket podcast, I break down Emilio Gay’s outstanding start to the County Championship season and ask whether England may have found a new Test opener. Also in this episode:County Championship round-up, the return of club cricket in England and the best cricket nicknames from listeners.

Should County Cricket Streams Be Free? | Lancashire Paywall Debate

Lancashire have decided to put their County Championship live streams behind a paywall, sparking debate and concern among cricket fans. In this episode, we discuss whether county cricket streams should be free or paid and what this decision means for fans and the future of the game. Also we look at the ECB potentially relaxing England eligibility rules and this week's County Championship games. Is putting county cricket behind a paywall the right move?

James Rew for England? Wicketkeeper Debate (Rew vs Foakes vs Jamie Smith)

The County Championship is back and already raising big questions for England selection. In this episode, I discuss whether James Rew is READY for England and how he gets into the side. PLUS I look at the new player replacement rule in the County Championship and why it may not be working

My 2026 County Championship Predictions | Winners, Relegation & Players to Watch

Previewing the 2026 County Championship ahead of its return. In this episode, I cover: * My pick to WIN the County Championship * Relegation from Division One * Top run scorers & leading wicket takers * Young players to watch this season If you’re a fan of county cricket, this is everything you need ahead of the new season.