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Sport's Strangest Crimes

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When sport collides with true crime.

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Recent Guests

Franz Cronje
Brother of Hansie Cronje, sharing personal insights and anecdotes.
Episode: 1. Bigger than Becks
Rory Stane
Former police officer and associate of Nelson Mandela, discussing the impact of Cronje.
Episode: 1. Bigger than Becks
Neil Manthorpe
Cricket writer and commentator with extensive experience in South African cricket.
Episode: 1. Bigger than Becks
Alan Donald
Former South African cricketer and close friend of Hansie Cronje.
Episode: 1. Bigger than Becks
Tom Williams
Former Harlequins player involved in the Bloodgate incident
Harlequins
Episode: 7. Redemption and Beyond
Dean Richards
Former Director of Rugby at Harlequins
Newcastle Falcons
Episode: 7. Redemption and Beyond
Moira Gordon
Journalist providing insights on Hearts' financial situation
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Craig Levine
Former Hearts captain and manager who discusses club finances
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Charlie Mann
Romanov's spokesperson provides context on Romanov's character
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Host

Mark Butcher
Former England cricketer and host of Sports Strangest Crimes

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 813 ratings
  • Depends on the host

    The Shergar story was really interesting but awful choice of host, could have been so much better. Whereas the Hansie Cronje one was very good and a much better listen in terms of host and structure.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    purple chunks
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Too much music

    A lot of people listen at bedtime. Ridiculous amount of music in the cricket season. Might as well have been in a nightclub

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Mikey HH
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Top class journalism

    Excellently narrated and researched. What an incredible story supported by world class contributors.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Barks64
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • alright

    Idk some of the seasons are amazing and im questioning how these stories are real and other ones it’s just rly bad and im questioning why these are coming to me 😭😭😔 like y do i need to know this ? 🤨 sorry not gr8 review 🫶🏻🤓😰 x

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ~😘ฅ
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Great sub just let down by narrator

    Difficult to listen to due to Ross Kemp sensationalising every other word and speaking slowly to drag out his lines. Also, he needs advising on how to pronounce Harlequins.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Tha Bosh
    United Kingdoma year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the intriguing mix of sports and true crime narratives, often highlighting the engaging storytelling and thorough research.
The series is viewed as both informative and entertaining, with many listeners praising its illuminating insights into notorious sports scandals.
Some feedback points to varying quality in hosting and presentation, with specific episodes receiving mixed reviews based on narrator performance and content depth.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#96
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#116
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#8
Ukraine/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#47
South Africa/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#50
Belgium/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#50
New Zealand/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

7. An Unhappy Ending
Q: Do you believe in the innocence of Aminatta Diallo?
The circumstances of the attack leave many baffled with varying opinions on Diallo's involvement.
1. Sleep with the Money
Q: Can I make a statement?
You want to come to this meeting tomorrow, but we need five. There's you, who are going to be the other three.
1. Sleep with the Money
Q: Why didn't that work out for you?
I weighed 70kg as a centre-half and struggled with putting on weight and was out of my depth physically in training.
1. Sleep with the Money
Q: So I think it's important to understand how you got into football.
I remember my house was one of the first households that had a TV, and I watched Match of the Day, and that inspired me to get into football.
1. Sleep with the Money
Q: How honest are you going to be with me?
I'm going to be 100% honest.

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Renowned for its captivating narration and exploration of intriguing intersections between sports and true crime, the content showcases notorious events such as match-fixing scandals, shocking incidents in the world of athletics, and the darker aspects of sporting history. Notable subjects include high-profile figures like Hansie Cronje, whose fall from grace amid corruption stirred national conversations.

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1. Franz Cronje
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3. Neil Manthorpe
4. Alan Donald
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6. Dean Richards
7. Moira Gordon
8. Craig Levine

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