Test Match Special

Alison Mitchell speaks to former India women's captain Mithali Raj about how much women's cricket has evolved in India. Raj tells us about her journey into the sport, how the media coverage of women's cricket has changed and hosting the upcoming ODI World Cup. She also shares her thoughts on what needs to be done to ensure the women's game continues to thrive in India and the impact cricket could have in the Olympics. Plus former England cricketer Ebony Rainford-Brent and former IPL player Abhishek Jhunjhunwala tell us about the significance of the Women’s Premier League, contracts and the opportunities for female cricketers in India.

Alex Hartley & Kate Cross gauge the mood in the England camp ahead of their ODI series against India. They look at the England team being in transition as Charlotte Edwards’ side look to bounce back from the T20 series defeat. Crossy discusses the increasing media scrutiny in the women’s game and they also react to THAT West Indies innings which saw them bowled out for 27 against Australia. Plus, have you put crisps on a sandwich?

Mark Chapman analyses the key points from England's thrilling third Test win over India at Lord's, in the company of Steven Finn, Alex Hartley and Deep Dasgupta. They look at the critical contribution from Ben Stokes, looking at how his leadership inspires the rest of the team. And they look at Jofra Archer's determination to play Test cricket after his return to the five-day format. TIMECODES 5:15 Ben Stokes' efforts 22:48 Jofra Archer and his Test return 37:00 How do India bounce back from this defeat? 49:30 Fourth Test changes

Jonathan Agnew presents reaction to England’s dramatic Test victory over India at Lord’s. Hear the thoughts of England captain Ben Stokes, Joe Root, and Jofra Archer has he hit the ground running in his red-ball return. India captain Shubman Gill also looks back on the loss. Former England captains Sir Alastair Cook and Michael Vaughan, Prakash Wakankar, and Andy Zaltzman analyse the performances of both sides. Plus, the BBC’s chief cricket reporter Stephan Shemilt, The Times’ Simon Wilde, and ESPN Cricinfo’s Sidharth Monga discuss the needle between England & India.

Jonathan Agnew presents reaction from Lord’s where England take late wickets to have the Test in the balance. England assistant coach Marcus Trescothick gives his thoughts on the day’s play, as does India allrounder Washington Sundar who took four wickets in England’s second innings. Former England captains Sir Alastair Cook and Michael Vaughan, Ashes winning bowler Steven Finn, and commentator Prakash Wakankar analyse the day’s play. Wheelchair tennis star Andy Lapthorne talks about his love of cricket as he visits Lord’s. Plus, we delve into the BBC archives to hear John Arlott’s iconic “freaker” commentary on its 50th anniversary.