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Could Pope be the next Captain?!

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Jul 2, 202630:10

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So Ben Stokes is no longer an International cricketer but with no obvious candidates, who will replace him as Test captain?! Azeem's vote goes to Ollie Pope - is he really a viable option? Plus, is this finally the end for Rob Key and Brendon McCullum?
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When was this episode published?: July 2, 2026.
How long is this episode?: 30 min.
What podcast is this from?: It’s Not Just Cricket. Browse the full back catalog on the show page.
What does this episode cover?: It’s Not Just Cricket covers cricket. This episode runs on the show's regular cadence.

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Episode Notes

So Ben Stokes is no longer an International cricketer but with no obvious candidates, who will replace him as Test captain?! Azeem's vote goes to Ollie Pope - is he really a viable option? Plus, is this finally the end for Rob Key and Brendon McCullum?
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Can this Pakistan cause England any problems?

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Test Match Special

BBC Radio 5 Live

Cricket

Stick to Cricket

The Overlap

Cricket

The Final Word Cricket Podcast

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Cricket

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Listen guide

How do I listen to this episode of It’s Not Just Cricket?

"Could Pope be the next Captain?!" is an episode of It’s Not Just Cricket. Runtime 30 min. Published July 2, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.

Step by step

Open Spot Sports. Get the free Spot Sports app for background play, lock-screen controls, and offline downloads.
Or stream right here. Tap play on the episode card above. No app needed.
Browse the full podcast. Jump to the It’s Not Just Cricket page for the rest of the catalog.
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Quick FAQ

When was this episode published?: July 2, 2026.
How long is this episode?: 30 min.
What podcast is this from?: It’s Not Just Cricket. Browse the full back catalog on the show page.
What does this episode cover?: It’s Not Just Cricket covers cricket. This episode runs on the show's regular cadence.