Grace Hayden talks with Phil Salt about cricket, fatherhood, and finding balance from World Cup wins to T10 thrills.
In this episode of Game On with Grace, host Grace Hayden chats with England’s fearless opener Phil Salt, fresh off back-to-back T20I hundreds, IPL glory, and his latest stint in the Abu Dhabi T10. Known for his aggressive batting style and confident presence at the crease, Phil has become one of the most exciting players in modern cricket.
Grace and Phil talk about growing up between Wales and Barbados, the early influences that shaped his game, and how fatherhood has shifted his perspective on life and cricket.
Phil opens up about the highs of winning the World Cup, the pressure of global tournaments, and what it’s really like sharing the pitch, and the dressing room with cricket’s biggest names. They also dive into the chaos and thrill of franchise cricket, his love for music, and how he stays grounded while living life on the road.
It’s an honest and entertaining chat that captures Phil’s competitive edge, sense of humor, and the discipline behind his success.