It is always incredible getting the chance to sit down and talk to sporting greatness. My time with Mark Ramprakash last week in the Burrow at Bedford Blues was just that.

He played first-class cricket for 25 years for both Middlesex and Surrey. This was a time when those two counties were arguably at the peak of their cricketing powers. As a batsmen, Ramprakash’s prodigiously heavy scoring is remarkable. Only 25 players have ever averaged over 100 runs in a first-class season; he did it twice, in successive seasons!

But when representing England, things didn’t quite go his way. He struggled for consistency and form, and under the scrutiny of a wider watching public, he couldn’t replicate club form. In this interview, Mark talks with candour about why that was the case.

He also speaks openly about his upbringing. He discusses the players who shaped his career and the moments that stood out. He also shares what he’s learned about himself as a coach. He even lifts the lid on Strictly Come Dancing!

If you missed out (or want another listen) here is an audio version of our whole chat for you to download. Enjoy.