Got You By The Balls

There’s a particular kind of conversation that happens when three very different sports personalities sit down without a script, and that’s exactly what you’ll find in Flintoff, Savage and the Ping Pong Guy. Brought to you by BBC Radio 5 Live, this podcast features the unfiltered, often hilarious, and always insightful banter between cricket legend Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff, outspoken footballer-turned-pundit Robbie Savage, and former table tennis Olympian and writer Matthew Syed. Each episode digs into the week’s biggest sporting stories, but the discussion rarely stays on the expected path. You’ll hear them debate, disagree, and dissect everything from Premier League drama to Olympic controversies, all informed by their own unique-and sometimes clashing-experiences at the highest level of competition. The chemistry is undeniable, a blend of Savage’s fiery opinions, Flintoff’s laid-back wit, and Syed’s analytical perspective that turns a simple chat into compelling listening. It’s this dynamic that has earned the show significant acclaim, including Radio Academy Awards for Best Podcast, Best New Show, and Best Presenter for Andrew Flintoff. Tune in for a refreshingly authentic take on the sports world, where the talking points are topical but the conversation is always unpredictable and genuinely entertaining.