Few athletes in world cricket have earned respect quite like Kane Williamson. Calm under pressure, measured in his leadership, and quietly driven, Kane has built a career defined by consistency, humility, and resilience.

In this episode of Game On with Grace, Grace Hayden sits down with the former New Zealand captain to talk about the moments that shaped him both on and off the field. From growing up sports-obsessed in Tauranga to leading New Zealand through some of cricket’s biggest stages, Kane reflects on the mindset behind elite performance and the lessons that came through both victory and heartbreak.

It’s an honest and reflective episode about leadership, longevity, and finding balance inside one of the world’s most demanding sports.

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In this episode of Game On with Grace, host Grace Hayden sits down with her father, Australian legend Matthew Hayden, for a conversation that goes far beyond the highlight reel. From growing up on a farm in regional Australia to battling through years of setbacks before finally cementing his place in the national side, Hayden shares the parts of his journey that often go unseen.

They revisit the defining 2001 India tour, the mindset shift that changed everything, and what it felt like to be part of one of the most formidable teams in cricket history. Hayden also opens up about the intensity of Australia’s golden era, the internal competition that shaped it, and why that environment made the team nearly unstoppable.

Now working as a coach in the IPL, he reflects on how the modern game has evolved, from player pathways to the rise of franchise cricket, and why staying connected to the fundamentals still matters.

It’s an honest, personal look at legacy, pressure, family, and the moments that define a career, on and off the field.

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In this episode of Game On with Grace, Grace Hayden sits down with World Cup-winning England cricketer Alex Hartley to talk through the reality of life in professional sport, both during and after it.

Alex takes us back to the 2017 World Cup final at Lord’s, what that moment actually felt like, and why success didn’t necessarily make things easier. She opens up about the pressure, self-doubt, and anxiety that followed, and the point where she knew she needed to step away from playing.

They also get into how she unexpectedly found her way into commentary, what it’s been like stepping into coaching, and how the women’s game has completely changed since she started. From sold-out crowds to franchise cricket, the landscape looks very different now and not without its challenges.

It’s honest, funny in parts, and a real look at what elite sport can feel like behind the scenes.

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