
424 – Steve Davis Talks Cricket With Former Umpire Steve Davis
Host Steve Davis chats with retired international cricket umpire Steve Davis about split-second decisions, surviving the 2009 Lahore terrorist attack, and the theatre of raising that iconic index finger, while sampling Ballycroft Vineyard’s 2024 Small Berry Montepulciano over a conversation that reveals the noble spirit running through cricket. When Indian cricket fans unleash fury on Twitter about disputed LBW calls, host Steve Davis fields the abuse meant for someone else. This episode brings together both Steve Davises for the first time. The retired umpire who stood in 57 Test matches shares what it’s like to make split-second decisions in front of millions, survive a terrorist attack in Lahore, and maintain composure when Shane Warne announces his next delivery to the batter. The SA Drink of the Week features Ballycroft Vineyard and Cellars’ 2024 Small Berry Montepulciano from Langhorne Creek, tasted and endorsed by both Steve Davises. The wine presents an