Big Bash Finals, Hurricanes’ Title & Test Previews

In the latest episode of Chin Music from Fanatics TV, Moises Henriques, Nathan Ellis and Jack Edwards join host Tom to break down a massive week in Australian cricket, featuring the Hobart Hurricanes' first BBL title and upcoming Test matches in Sri Lanka.

Hobart Hurricanes: Inaugural BBL Champions

The team celebrates the Hobart Hurricanes winning their first-ever Big Bash title.

• Special Guest Nathan Ellis: The Hurricanes' captain joins the show to discuss the "surreal" feeling of leading the team to victory. He reflects on his journey from being a "glorified net bowler" eight years ago to having the "keys to the city" in Hobart.
• Mitch Owen’s Breakout: The hosts highlight Mitchell Owen as the player of the tournament, noting his incredible consistency and power at the top of the order.
• The "Cane Train": Ellis mentions the incredible buzz in Tasmania, with fans pulling over cars just for photos, signaling a new era for cricket in the state.

BBL Season Recap & The Sydney Sixers’ Exit

Moises Henriques reflects on a "raw" and disappointing finish for the Sixers, who fell just short after a strong season.

• Fielding Woes: Moises discusses the uncharacteristic fielding errors in their final games but defends his players, noting that even the hardest workers like Jordan Silk are human.
• The Thunder Rivalry: There’s some "sour taste" regarding the Sydney Thunder’s marketing tactics, including posters of Sixers players getting out in the away dressing rooms.
• The State of the BBL: The hosts agree the Big Bash is "back," citing the highest crowds since 2017 and a 20% increase in TV ratings.

Jack Edwards: The Transformation of an All-Rounder

Jack Edwards' growth in recent times was the base for an in depth discussion around the modern all rounder. 

• Bowling Evolution: Moises praises Jack for picking up 10 km/h in speed over the last 24 months. Jack explains his focus on "delaying his arms" to generate more pace, inspired by bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah.
• Captaincy in Training: Jack discusses the challenges of captaining New South Wales while Moises was injured, admitting it’s much harder than it looks, especially as an all-rounder.

Test Match Previews

• Australia Men in Sri Lanka: * Travis Head to Open: The hosts aren't surprised by the move to have Head open with Khawaja, though they discuss where Josh Inglis might fit into a spin-heavy middle order.
  
  • Steve Smith’s 10,000 Runs: Smith is on the verge of his 10,000th Test run, though Moises notes it’s a "gutting" wait after missing out on the milestone at the SCG.
  • Predictions: Moises tips Alex Carey for a century and Mitchell Stark for a five-wicket haul, while Jack backs Steve Smith for a ton and Todd Murphy or Matthew Kuhnemann to dominate with the ball.
• Australia Women vs. England: The team previews the day-night Test at the MCG, expecting the Australian women to continue their dominance after winning all six limited-overs games in the series so far.

Watch the full episode on Fanatics TV.