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In The Middle with Watto

In The Middle with Watto

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Former Australia all-rounder Shane Watson and broadcaster Ollie Silverton bring you In The Middle With Watto — a cricket podcast that goes beyond the scorecard to talk about everything happening on and off the field.

From the biggest moments in international cricket, the latest drama in the dressing room and the stories behind the game, to the characters, controversies, laughs and everything in between, Shane and Ollie give you an unfiltered take on the world of cricket.

With Shane’s experience at the very highest level and Ollie’s love of the game, the pair are joined by some of the biggest names from cricket and beyond — from current stars and legendary players to coaches, commentators, celebrities and plenty of surprise guests.

The big games. The big characters. The stories you didn’t hear on the field.

This is In The Middle With Watto.

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  • Justin Langer Opens Up on Sandpapergate, Coaching England & The Test | In The Middle With Watto
    Oct 16 2026

    In the second episode of his cricket show on Prime Video, Shane Watson and Ollie Silverton dive into the biggest stories shaping Australian and world cricket — from Australia’s commanding Test victory over South Africa, the latest action across international cricket and the Sheffield Shield, to the big talking points surrounding England’s new central contracts.Plus, Watto is joined by one of Australian cricket’s toughest competitors and most influential figures — Justin Langer. They go inside Australia's golden era, his legendary partnership with Matthew Hayden, the Ashes tour where he nearly quit cricket, the challenges of coaching Australia and what it really takes to build a winning culture.🔥 IN THIS EPISODE:🇦🇺 Australia dominate South Africa - 1:48Australia claim a comprehensive 214-run victory in the first Test. Watto and Ollie break down the performances of Matt Renshaw, Josh Hazlewood and Steve Smith, debate the team selection and look ahead to the rest of the series.⭐ Matt Renshaw’s resurgence - 12:40What has changed for Renshaw? Watto explores the mindset behind his return to form, his journey back into the Test side and what it takes to make the most of a second chance at international cricket.🇮🇳 India vs West Indies: Run-fests and records - 20:40Shreyas Iyer and Shai Hope lead the way in a remarkable T20I series full of huge scores, explosive hitting and dramatic run chases. Can the West Indies pull off a statement series victory?🏏 Bangladesh vs Afghanistan 25:00A gripping Test in Abu Dhabi goes down to the final over as Afghanistan battle for a draw. Watto and Ollie discuss Sediqullah Atal’s remarkable resistance, Litton Das’s century and Hasan Mahmud’s five-wicket haul and hat-trick.⚡ Pakistan, Sri Lanka and the latest international action 27:38Kusal and Kamindu Mendis combine to help Sri Lanka find their form against Pakistan, while the teams prepare for the challenges ahead. Plus, a look at the upcoming ODI action and the latest selection news.🇦🇺 The next generation of Australian cricket 30:28Georgia Voll stars in Australia’s dominant women’s ODI series against Bangladesh, while the Sheffield Shield produces some outstanding individual performances. Who is putting their hand up for higher honours?⭐ JUSTIN LANGER 40:13One of Australian cricket’s greats joins Watto to discuss his extraordinary journey from nearly quitting during the 2001 Ashes to becoming one of the country’s most successful opening batters. Langer reflects on his iconic partnership with Matthew Hayden, the characters from Australia’s golden era, the pressures of coaching the national team, Sandpapergate and the challenges of building a winning culture.They also revisit his time as Australia coach, his faith in players such as Travis Head and Scott Boland, and what it takes to create a team capable of dominating world cricket.And there’s plenty more, including fan questions, predictions for the upcoming Test action and a look back at one of the most extraordinary acts of determination in Justin Langer’s career.No scripts. No nonsense. Just cricket, life, the characters and the stories you haven't heard. Welcome to In The Middle with Watto.Watch the full show on Prime Video and follow us on socials @PrimeVideoSportAUNZ and subscribe for more episodes, clips and exclusive cricket content.

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    1 hr and 34 mins
  • Australia return to South Africa + Brett Lee Tells ALL
    Oct 8 2026

    In the first episode of his brand-new cricket show on Prime Video, Watto and Ollie Silverton dive into the biggest stories shaping Australian and world cricket — from Australia’s tour of South Africa, England’s new coaching and captain setup and of course India’s current series against the West Indies.

    Plus, Watto is joined by one of Australian cricket’s greatest fast bowlers and one of the game’s biggest characters — Brett Lee. They dissect his career, injuries, pressure, bowling at 160km/h, World Cups, music, dressing-room stories and life after cricket.

    🔥 IN THIS EPISODE:

    🇦🇺 Australia’s form across all three formats

    Why have Australia struggled to consistently beat South Africa in bilateral ODIs? And what can we make of the reliance on Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh?

    ⭐ The next generation

    Cooper Connolly, Nathan Ellis, Matt Renshaw, Todd Murphy, Nathan McSweeney and more — who are putting their hands up for Australia’s future?

    🇧🇩 Bangladesh make history

    Australia suffered a stunning Test defeat in Darwin as Bangladesh claimed their first-ever Test win on Australian soil. Watto reflects on the upset and asks whether Australia’s current Test side is vulnerable.

    🏏 The Marnus Labuschagne conundrum

    Is there still a place for Marnus in Australia’s Test side, and are selectors sticking with him because nobody outside the current team is doing enough to force their way in?

    ⚡BRETT LEE

    One of Australia's fastest-ever bowlers joins Watto to talk about his career, injuries, pressure, playing at 160km/h, World Cups, South Africa, the 438 game, music, dressing-room stories and life after cricket.

    And there’s plenty more, including fan questions, Jimmy Anderson memories and Watto’s prediction for the first Australia v South Africa Test match.

    🇿🇦 South Africa vs Australia

    The two best teams in the current World Test Championship cycle meet again — with the WTC Final still fresh in the memory and the added history of Sandpapergate. Watto also picks his combined Australia–South Africa XI, tells us why he is worried about England and shares his thoughts on the form of the current Indian side.

    🧠 Watto’s Mindset

    What changed for Travis Head? Watto breaks down the mental shift that transformed Head into one of the most destructive batters in world cricket.

    No scripts. No nonsense. Just cricket, life, the characters and the stories you haven't heard. Welcome to In The Middle with Watto.

    Watch the full show on Prime Video and the Prime Video AUNZ YouTube channel, follow us on socials @PrimeVideoAUNZ and subscribe for more episodes, clips and exclusive cricket content.

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    1 hr and 36 mins
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