# Big Bash Civil War and Hazlewood Stars on Return

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Podcast: [Cricket Unfiltered](https://stenobird.com/podcast/cricket-unfiltered-200842)
Published: 2026-04-29T12:56:00+00:00
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## Resource

This week on Cricket Unfiltered, Menners and Damian Watson cover a packed slate of cricket news, from the IPL and PSL to major developments in Australian domestic cricket. They break down the ongoing Big Bash privatization debate, explore player movements across state teams, and assess the form of key Australian players overseas. There’s also discussion around Menners’ hacked X account, reflections on watching the IPL in full vs highlights, and a deep dive into standout performances—particularly Josh Hazlewood’s return and Steve Smith’s dominance in the PSL. The episode wraps with county cricket updates and a light-hearted “can’t let it go” segment. ⏱️ Timecodes (0:05) Fiery intro and opening banter (0:51) Show intro + IPL viewing habits discussion (2:31) IPL Australian performances + Marcus Stoinis form (3:00) Menners’ X (Twitter) account hack explained (5:34) Big Bash privatization debate breakdown (16:58) Sheffield Shield player movements & contracts (21:00) IPL wrap – Hazlewood, Cummins, Green analysis (29:00) PSL update – Steve Smith, Peter Siddle, finals race (34:50) County cricket watch – Weatherald & Harris (39:00) “Can’t Let It Go” + Cricket Et Al reference Cricket Unfiltered Merchandise is Here! We’ve launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show. 🛒 Shop now:https://www.chickensaltoftheearth.com/shop/category/Cricket-Unfiltered?c=5469591 🎁 Use Promo Code: CU10 for 10% off your first order! From caps to tees, rep your love of cricket with some top-quality gear. Exactamundo is a video, animation, design and content production company. They produce digital signage, on-screen graphics, sideline animations and videos for sports teams like the Central Coast Mariners in the A…

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