This is The Final Word - ONE THOUSAND

Season 16, Episode 12: Our 1000th episode! A serious number. From the 2015 Ashes to now so much has changed, but we’ve kept hitting record and talking to each other – we take a moment off the top to reflect on this milestone. Into the show itself, Australia’s decision-makers have explained their JFM T20 omission as he continues to light the IPL. Also on the home front, Will Pucovsi has a state contract for 2024-25 but his future is less certain than ever. Elsewhere, a massive win for Scotland’s women to qualify for the World Cup and our wrap of the domestic game as England mourns the tragic loss of Josh Baker.

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