Stick to Cricket returns as David “Bumble” Lloyd, Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell and Sir Alastair Cook are joined by former England fast bowler Steve Harmison for one of the most open and powerful episodes yet - Brought 

Harmison reflects on his introduction to cricket as a youngster and his current role as a Newcastle correspondent, before the conversation takes a more serious turn. In an incredibly honest discussion, Steve opens up about his mental health struggles, receiving a clinical depression diagnosis and the toll it took on both his career and his life. He explains how Marcus Trescothick played a crucial role in supporting him through that period and how those experiences changed him.

The panel then look back on Harmison’s playing days, sharing dressing room memories with Vaughany and Cooky, and revisiting what it really took to become the best bowler in the world at his peak.

Attention shifts to the present as the team debate England’s current position and why this T20 World Cup feels like a must perform moment. There is also a frank discussion about Brendon McCullum’s role and whether big decisions could lie ahead depending on how England’s campaign unfolds.

Honest, emotional and packed with insight from one of England’s most compelling cricketers, this is a must watch episode of Stick to Cricket.

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00:34 - Life as a Newcastle United Fan

07:53 - Harmison’s Mental Health Battle

30:25 - When Harmison was the Best Bowler in the World

1:04:00 - Community Questions

1:08:00 - What is Going Wrong for England?

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