talkSPORT's Adrian Durham and member of the reading Panel Neil Foggin reveal the books that have made the longlist for the 2025 William Hill Sports Book of the Year.

15 in all covering sports from football and cricket, to boxing and tennis, with subjects including shirts, stadiums, VAR and sportswashing, as well as sexism in sport and a champion who transitioned after retiring. It's a stunning selection of stellar stories.

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In this episode, Adrian Durham and Neil Foggin are joined in the studio by journalist David Walsh and former cyclist Pippa York to delve into their book The Escape: The Tour, The Cyclist, and Me. The discussion explores themes of doping, gender in sport and the captivating allure of the Tour de France. The Escape is a remarkable travelogue and a refreshingly candid memoir, offering unique insights from one of cycling’s most enigmatic figures.

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In this episode, Adrian Durham and Neil Foggin are joined in the studio by award-winning writer Don McRae to talk about his new book "The Last Bell - Life, Death & Boxing.

Mourning the loss of his sister and facing the reality of his parents' terminal illnesses, he turned to boxing once more for solace – coinciding with Tyson Fury's remarkable return, demonstrating that the sport can still provide both excitement and a sense of redemption, while showcasing the bravery of fighters as they confront challenges ranging from depression to war. Through the poignant tale of Patrick Day, he explores the tragedy of death in the ring.

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In this episode, Adrian Durham and Neil Foggin are joined in the studio by England cricket legend Jimmy Anderson to talk about his brand-new autobiography, Finding the Edge. The book takes you straight to the heart of England’s most iconic cricketing moments over the last two decades - a front-row seat to their journey from underdogs to world number one.

But more than just a sporting memoir, it’s a revealing coming-of-age story that uncovers the real Jimmy Anderson - honest, driven, ever-evolving. This is the story of a once-in-a-generation bowler and a career that changed the game.

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Adrian Durham & Neil Foggin are joined in the studio by the author of European Football's Greatest Grounds Leon Gladwell. From legendary World Cup arenas to abandoned communist-era coliseums, remote village pitches to the wonderfully bizarre, Gladwell leads us on a fascinating adventure through the many faces of European football grounds.

Blending travel guide with heartfelt tribute, this book celebrates the history, culture, and communities that give life to the continent’s football scene - and will no doubt inspire your next football getaway.

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Adrian Durham and Neil Foggin are joined in the studio by the author of "I Can't Stop Thinking About VAR" Daisy Christodoulou .

Almost every other sport in the world has managed to integrate technology into its decision-making process. Why is football failing so badly? Is it a special case, or have the game’s authorities got something wrong? And what does the controversy about VAR tell us about the nature of authority, rationality and technology in the 21st century?

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