{"id":2000,"date":"2025-11-10T19:24:14","date_gmt":"2025-11-10T08:24:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/radioindustrynews.com.au\/?p=2000"},"modified":"2025-11-10T19:24:14","modified_gmt":"2025-11-10T08:24:14","slug":"triple-m-announces-star-studded-ashes-call-team-featuring-cricket-royalty-from-both-sides-of-the-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/radioindustrynews.com.au\/index.php\/2025\/11\/10\/triple-m-announces-star-studded-ashes-call-team-featuring-cricket-royalty-from-both-sides-of-the-world\/","title":{"rendered":"TRIPLE M ANNOUNCES STAR-STUDDED ASHES CALL TEAM FEATURING CRICKET ROYALTY FROM BOTH SIDES OF THE WORLD"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Sunscreen on, barbecue heating up, and Triple M blasting on the radio as a \u2018six and out\u2019 sails over the neighbour\u2019s fence \u2013 but this isn\u2019t just another summer of cricket. With pride, history, and bragging rights on the line, it can only mean one thing: The Ashes are back.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As sport\u2019s greatest rivalry prepares to take centre stage, Triple M is primed to deliver every ball, boundary, and spine-tingling moment of the 2025\u201326 Ashes Series \u2013 live across the network and streaming on LiSTNR \u2013 with brand new technology set to enhance every cricket fan\u2019s live listening experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Triple M commentary lineup brings together the best in the business \u2013 a who\u2019s who of Aussie cricket and broadcasting royalty \u2013 with a roster including&nbsp;<strong>James Brayshaw<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Mark Taylor<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Mark Howard<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Greg Blewett<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Brad Haddin<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Mark Waugh<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Merv Hughes<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Matthew Hayden<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Aaron Finch<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Mitchell Johnson,<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>Callum Ferguson<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Jack Heverin<\/strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>Dan Ginnane<\/strong>. Between them, the powerhouse Aussie contingency boasts more than 500 Test caps, 1800 first-class matches, and more hours behind the mic than they\u2019d care to admit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Joining from the UK are international greats&nbsp;<strong>Sir Ian Botham<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Graeme Swann<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Isabelle Westbury<\/strong>, and the return of&nbsp;<strong>David \u2018Bumble\u2019 Lloyd<\/strong>, adding a distinctly English flavour (and some much-needed balance) to the call.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A man who needs no introduction, Sir Ian Botham is one of cricket\u2019s most esteemed commentators and one of the greatest all-rounders in history. He\u2019ll bring his unparalleled knowledge of the game to the Triple M call, alongside Swann and former English coach David \u2018Bumble\u2019 Lloyd, who returns to the commentary box for a special appearance at The Ashes. Isabelle Westbury rounds out the UK contingent, bringing one of cricket\u2019s most impressive r\u00e9sum\u00e9s as a journalist, lawyer, broadcaster, and former international player.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond the boundary, LiSTNR is going big this summer, serving up premium cricket content for fans who live and breathe the game \u2014 from&nbsp;<strong><em>Willow Talk<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;with&nbsp;<strong>Alyssa Healy<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Adam Peacock<\/strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>Brad Haddin<\/strong>&nbsp;to&nbsp;<strong><em>The Howie Games<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;with exclusive access to Mitch Starc and Alex Carey\u2019s Ashes journey. The Grade Cricketer\u2019s&nbsp;<strong>Sam Perry&nbsp;<\/strong>and&nbsp;<strong>Ian Higgins&nbsp;<\/strong>will add their cult-followed wit and insight to Triple M\u2019s Ashes coverage with exclusive feature content and pre-recorded segments that reflect the heart of cricket culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the stands, fans will also experience a new way to listen. For the first time ever, LiSTNR\u2019s new in-stadium live streaming technology will deliver ultra-low latency streams directly to listeners in the ground so fans attending the Ashes can enjoy Triple M\u2019s iconic call in real time, without delay. It\u2019s a game-changer that enhances the live experience like never before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ewan Giles, SCA Head of Sports Content, said: \u201cThis is what we live for. The Ashes brings out the best in Australian sport, and the very best in Triple M. We\u2019ve got the biggest names in the game, voices our listeners love, and an unmatched lineup of cricket royalty from both sides of the world. It\u2019s set to be a massive summer for cricket fans, and Triple M and LiSTNR are cricket fan\u2019s perfect companions \u2013 rain, hail, or shine. With new technology delivered to fans at the ground to make their listening experience even better, this is sure to be Triple M\u2019s biggest and best summer of cricket yet.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>David \u2018Bumble\u2019 Lloyd said: \u201cI\u2019m absolutely rapt to get back on Aussie soil and join Triple M\u2019s commentary team for the Ashes series. I\u2019m looking forward to getting some warmth and escaping the British winter for what will be a real tight series. For every young cricketer, it\u2019s their dream to play in the Ashes and to commentate on it is the next best thing.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As Australia and England renew cricket\u2019s most famous rivalry, Triple M\u2019s live coverage of the 2025\u201326 Ashes Series begins Friday, 21 November, from Perth Stadium and will be broadcast nationally across Triple M\u2019s metro stations and available to stream live on LiSTNR.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>About Triple M<\/u><\/strong><strong>:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more than 40 years, Triple M has been one of Australia\u2019s most recognisable radio brands, providing listeners with a unique blend of Greatest Hits, Sport, and Comedy. With 49 stations nationwide \u2013 including six digital stations \u2013 Triple M is renowned for delivering music\u2019s greatest hits, alongside iconic talent and standout shows that lead the way in sport and entertainment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reaching more than 4.9 million radio and on-demand listeners each week, Triple M is home to some of the country\u2019s most respected sporting legends, beloved comedians, and music personalities, including Mick Molloy, James Brayshaw, Billy Brownless, Luisa Dal Din, and Jack Archdale \u2013 to only name a few! Triple M\u2019s content is available live or on demand on the LiSTNR app.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sunscreen on, barbecue heating up, and Triple M blasting on the radio as a \u2018six and out\u2019 sails over the neighbour\u2019s fence \u2013 but this isn\u2019t just another summer of cricket. 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