The Clubhouse End Podcast
A podcast focused on Zimbabwean cricket. Hosted by Larry Kwirirayi
Ep 66: A reason to hope or a one-off as Zimbabwe beat Pakistan - with Darlington Matambanadzo
Larry Kwirirayi and Darlington Matambanadzo chat after Zimbabwe's historic ODI win over Pakistan at Queen's Sports Club. They discuss the good points and what needs to be worked on for Zimbabwe. Produced and edited by Larry Kwirirayi
Ep 65 - Sikandar Series Part 5 - Zimbabwe style of play and life after cricket
In the final episode of the Sikandar Series, Raza shares his thoughts on Zimbabwe’s style of and life after cricket. A powerful wrap-up to the series, this episode is a must-listen for fans eager to see where Raza’s journey leads next! Produced and Presented by Larry Kwirirayi
Ep 64 - Sikandar Series Part 4 - Raza on his Test future
In Part 4 of the Sikandar Series, Sikandar reflects on his own future in Test cricket. With honesty and insight, he discusses his goals, the challenges he faces, and what continuing to play the longest format means to him personally and professionally. Produced and Presented by Larry Kwirirayi
Ep 63 - Sikandar Series Part 3 - Taking responsibility for his actions, leading a young team
In Part 3, Sikandar Raza shares his thoughts on taking ownership of his decisions for better or worse, including touching moments from the Qualifier failures and that big moment at Zim Afro T10 season 2. He also talks guiding young players and supporting teammates. Presented and produced by Larry Kwirirayi
Ep 62 - Sikandar Series Part 2 - Picking National Team Players & the NPL question
In Episode 2 of the Sikandar Series, Sikandar dives into one of Zimbabwean cricket’s biggest questions – how are players chosen for the national team? We discuss the National Premier League's level. and the relationship between him, the head coach and the chief selector. Insightful, thought-provoking, and essential listening for…
Ep 61 - Sikandar Series Part 1 - Playing for Zimbabwe
In the debut of the Sikandar Series, Raza shares what it truly means for him to represent Zimbabwe and the challenges which come with social media criticism. Join us as he reflects on the pride, challenges, and journey of playing for his country on the global stage. Presented & Produced…
Ep 60 - Zim Men's National Team: What It Takes To Get In Ahead of a Big International Calendar
In this episode, hosts Larry Kwirirayi, Darlington Matambanadzo, Tinashe Chimbambo and Eli Tamirepi dive into what it will take to get into Zimbabwe’s Men’s National Cricket Team. With a packed international calendar on the horizon, they explore what selectors may be looking for, the intense competition among emerging players, and…
Ep 59 - What next for the Zimbabwe Women's team with FTP fast approaching?
Larry Kwirirayi is joined by Eli Tamirepi, Darlington Matambanadzo and Tinashe Chimbambo for this episode focused on the Zimbabwe Women. What next for the Zimbabwe Women's team with FTP fast approaching? What is the path for development? Produced by Larry Kwirirayi
Ep 58 - T20 World Cup Qualifier B preview, what Zimbabwe need to do now and forward
Larry Kwirirayi is joined by first class cricketers Darlington Matambanadzo and Tinashe Chimbambo to talk about Zimbabwe's participation at the ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup 2026 sub-regional qualifier B in Kenya. The examine how they got to that lower level and what could be done. They also look at…
Ep 57 - Zimbabwe men's cricket convener explains national team selection policy and process
Ina nan exclusive interview with Larry Kwirirayi, Zimbabwe men's national cricket team convener explains how the selection works. This includes the direction the team is going, why some have been excluded, the NPL as a factor in selection and how much the head coach has a say. All this and…
Ep 56 - Zimbabwe need to be smarter against India in the T20I series
In this episode, Larry Kwirirayi chats with Eli Tamirepi about the dramatic T20I series between Zimbabwe and India. They look at what went well and what can be improved. Also the debate on whether changes should be made to the team.
Ep 55 - Zimbabwe Women off to T20 CWC Qualifier and the Head Coach Chawaguta speaks
Zimbabwe Women are having a go at qualifying for their first ever world cup. That is the objective of their head coach Walter Chawaguta who spoke exclusively to Larry Kwirirayi on the even of their departure for the UAE to take part in the ICC Women's T20 Cricket World Cup…
Ep 54 - Dirk Viljoen on Zimbabwe cricket Under-17 week, grassroots and pathway development
Larry Kwirirayi talks to Zimbabwe Cricket General Manager (Cricket Affairs) as he talks about the current Under-17 week, getting more cricket played at lower level, grassroots development, pathways to higher levels. All this and more
Ep 53 - Zimbabwe Men's Under-25 cricket performance at the African Games ft Master Eli
Larry Kwirirayi is joined by Master Eli as they review the Zimbabwe men's under-25 cricket performance at the African Games where they won the Gold Medal. Noted are Elton Chigumbura's coach, Clive Madande's captaincy and the energy the team had among others. In partnership with SkyNash.
Ep 52 - Zimbabwe Women cricket Gold Medal performance at the African Games ft Master Eli
The first of two episodes covering Zimbabwe's cricket performances at the African Games. The first sees Larry Kwirirayi speaking to Master Eli about how the women got to their wins, the team make-up and what this does for the development of the women's game in the country. Thanks to SkyNash…
Ep 51 - Zimbabwe Women cricket coach Walter Chawaguta speaks on Gold Medal win
Zimbabwe Women cricket coach Walter Chawaguta speaks to Larry Kwirirayi after his side's historic Gold Medal win at the African Games on Tuesday.
Ep 50 - ZC chairman Mukuhlani speaks commitment to red-ball cricket, Improved domestic quality
Larry Kwirirayi speaks to Zimbabwe Cricket chairman Hon Tavengwa Mukuhlani on the just ended domestic season, improvement in performance , plans for the year and commitment to red-ball cricket. Brought to you in partnership with Skynash.
Ep 49 - Chat with Durham Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach Sam Clark on how they prepare for a season
Larry Kwirirayi had a quick sit-down with Durham's lead strength and conditioning coach Sam Clark at Harare Sports Club. He shares how they prepare for a season, keeping in shape and what coming to Zimbabwe does for all of that. Episode in partnership with Skynash.
Ep 48 - Zim v SL T20I preview, Building the next Zim player and Richard Ngarava ft Stan and Darlington
Larry Kwirirayi is joined by cricket commentators Stan Chioza and Darlington Matambanadzo. They talk about what has been an issue with Zimbabwe's ODI form which has seen them winless in 8. Also what needs to be done to build the next international cricketer as well as Richard Ngarava's form.
Ep 47 - The Johnathan Campbell interview. Does he feel he is ready?
Johnathan Campbell scored 194 and 139 in a recent first-class match, for a total of 333 runs in the match. Only Andy Flower, in a Test match against South Africa, and Sean Ervine have ever exceeded that figure for any Zimbabwean team in a first-class match. Larry Kwirirayi talks him…