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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.

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Published 2026-05-18

Big Bash League Privatisation & Australian Selections

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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

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Published 2026-05-06

Andy Bichel talks World Cup, Queensland and Coaching

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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.

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Published 2026-03-19

Kagiso Rabada talks Test Championships, World Cups & Bouncers

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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.

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Published 2026-02-17

Australia Struggles At The World Cup

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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.



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Published 2025-11-24

Starc & Head dominate the POMS

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The first Ashes test in Perth is over in 2 days... Join Damien Fleming, Jason Gillespie and Glenn McGrath as they break everything down from Mitchell Starc's unreal man of the match performance to Travis Head's sensational century and everything else inbetween. Is Bazball the right strategy? What do England need to change for the next test and can Australia stay disciplined in their bowling and batting to take the series 5-0 like Pidge predicted?


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Published 2025-11-21

ASHES MINI | Day 1 Ashes (Perth) Reaction

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Former Australian fast bowlers Damien Fleming and Jason Gillespie sit down to unpack all the drama from Day 1 of the first Ashes Test in Perth. From the early exchanges with the new ball to the momentum shifts across the afternoon, they break down the key battles between bat and ball, highlight standout performances, and share insider fast-bowling perspectives on how the pitch is playing. Expect sharp analysis, a few laughs, and plenty of Ashes nostalgia as the pair relive the opening day’s action and set the stage for what’s to come in this iconic series.

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Published 2025-11-18

Ashes Debutants & English Fast Bowlers

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In this special Ashes-themed episode, Australian legends Damien Fleming, Glenn McGrath, and Jason Gillespie sit down to share insights and stories from both sides of the rivalry. The trio discuss the excitement around debutants Brendan Doggett and Jake Weatherald, reflecting on what it means to step onto the biggest stage in cricket for the very first time.

The conversation dives into the art of fast bowling, as they debate who ranks among the best English quicks they’ve faced over the years. From sheer pace to relentless accuracy, the panel breaks down what makes a truly great Ashes fast bowler.

Listeners are also treated to candid tales from Fleming, McGrath, and Gillespie’s own first Ashes Tests—the highs of unforgettable spells and the lows of tough lessons learned under pressure. It’s a mix of nostalgia, analysis, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes that capture the drama and magic of cricket’s fiercest rivalry.


00:00 Intro

05:30 Ashes Trivia

08:30 SwyftX

10:00 Our 1st Ashes Test

18:00 Test 1 Perth

31:00 Brendan Doggett

34:30 Rapid Fire Ashes Questions

40:00 FBC Ashes Quiz

45:00 VB presents Give Me A Spell

51:00 Top 5 English Ashes Fast Bowlers

62:00 Mini Ashes Daily

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Published 2025-11-14

The Ashes countdown! Best Ashes fast bowlers and the 'Has-beens'

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Damien Fleming, Glenn McGrath and Jason Gillespie dive headfirst into the hype as The Ashes gets underway. The trio debate team selections for the 1st Test in Perth, weighing up Australia’s bowling attack and England’s batting order. Will Bazball hold up under the pressure of an Ashes cauldron? They break down Ben Stokes’ latest comments and what they mean for England’s mindset heading into the series. To top it off, the panel counts down their Top 5 Aussie Ashes bowlers of all time—from relentless pace to crafty swing, the legends who’ve defined the contest.

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Published 2025-11-04

Picking the Ashes 11, bowling the perfect Yorker, and Getting hit for SIX!

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The Fast Bowling Cartel is back in full swing as Damien Fleming, Glenn McGrath, and Jason Gillespie sit down to unpack the latest in world cricket. From the thrills of the India vs Australia T20 series to the humbling reality of getting carted for six, no stone is left unturned. The trio weigh in on Josh Hazlewood’s form, debate the toughest calls in picking their XI for the Ashes, and debut a brand-new segment, “Give Me a Spell!”, where the quicks call out the moments in cricket that left them shaking their heads.

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Published 2025-10-29

The Man Who Saved Test Cricket - Michael Kasprowicz joins the show

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Flem, Dizzy and Pidge welcome the ever-resilient Michael Kasprowicz to the mic for a deep dive into his storied career in the baggy green. From his early days steaming in for Australia to earning the title of "Subcontinent Specialist," Kaspa shares the grit, grind and guile it took to thrive on spinning decks and in hostile crowds.


The crew relives the epic 2004 series win in India — a triumph decades in the making — and the unforgettable 2005 Ashes in England, where Kaspa’s final stand with Brett Lee nearly turned the tide and, as some say, "saved Test cricket" in the process.


00:00 Intro

3:00 Introducing Kaspa

5:00 Queensland v NSW

8:00 Fast Bowling Cartel Origins

12:00 Sub Continent Specialist

18:00 2004 Series in India

22:00 The Mumbai Mumbler

26:00 Lumley Castle

28:00 Edgbaston 2005

40:00 Fast bowling philosophy

42:00 Cricket Australia Board

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Published 2025-10-28

Kohli's Last ODI In Aus, Shield Cricket and Dizzy's Crazy Ranking

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The Aussie pace trio is back—and they’re not holding back! Damien Fleming, Glenn McGrath, and Jason “Dizzy” Gillespie kick off the another episode of The Fast Bowling Cartel with a fiery mix of insight, banter, and bold takes.


🏏 Kohli’s Last Dance Down Under: The lads reflect on Virat Kohli’s final ODI appearance in Australia—what it meant for Indian cricket, how the Aussie quicks sized him up, and whether he left on a high.


🛡️ Shield Cricket Deep Dive: From breakout stars to selection headaches, the trio dissects the current Sheffield Shield season. Who’s knocking on the Test door? Who’s fading into the background?


🔥 Dizzy’s Crazy Rankings: Gillespie unveils his controversial top 5 Indian ODI batsmen of all time. Expect fireworks as McGrath and Fleming weigh in—and maybe throw in a few surprise picks of their own.


00:00 Intro

02:00 ODI Series vs India

06:00 Shield Cricket and Ashes squad

10:00 Top 5 Aussie ODI Batters

21:00 Top 5 India ODi Batters

29:00 T20 Squad



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Published 2025-10-17

Introducing The Fast Bowling Cartel

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The heavyweights have landed. In the very first episode of The Fast Bowling Cartel, Aussie pace legends Damien Fleming, Jason Gillespie, and Glenn McGrath come together to launch the show with a bang—and a bouncer or two.


The trio dive straight into the big talking points:


🏏 The looming Ashes series: who’s primed, who’s under pressure, and what England can expect from the Aussie quicks.


🤕 Pat Cummins’ injury: how it affects the balance of the squad and who might step up.


🇮🇳 The upcoming white-ball series against India: ODIs and T20s, selection dilemmas, and what the subcontinent challenge means for Australia’s depth.


🔝 And in a fiery segment, the boys reveal their Top 5 ODI fast bowlers—for both India and Australia. Expect some surprises, a few throwbacks, and plenty of banter.


It’s raw, it’s fast, and it’s unapologetically pace-obsessed. The Cartel is open for business.

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