Jonty Rhodes reveals his fielding revolution, his early years, and the mental edge required to excel on and off the pitch.
Jonty Rhodes didn’t just change the way cricket is played—he redefined what’s possible in the field.
In this episode of Game On with Grace, Grace Hayden sits down with Jonty Rhodes to explore his journey from a shy, multi-sport kid in apartheid-era South Africa to a legendary figure who made backward point an attacking position.
Grace Hayden and Jonty Rhodes go beyond the on-field highlights to unpack the demands of modern cricket, the transition from playing to coaching, and the human drive behind sports greatness. Discover how family, downtime, and diverse sporting roots shaped Jonty Rhodes, plus insider stories from the IPL and a look ahead to the European T20 Premier League.
Whether you love the mechanics of coaching, crave insight into global cricket’s evolution, or just want to hear Jonty’s infectious passion for the game, this episode delivers.
Catch the full conversation and get ready to see cricket and fielding through a whole new lens. Listen now!