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Rock and Roll itWas Gill's exclusion due to public pressure? Will it create mistrust amongst others? | Rock & Roll it feat. Dustin Silgardo, Sidharth Monga and Karthik KrishnaswamyThe cricketing world is buzzing with controversy! India's T20 World Cup squad announcement has sparked heated debates, particularly around the surprising exclusion of Shubman Gill and the pivotal selections of Ishan Kishan and Rinku Singh. Tune into 'Rock and Roll It' as we dissect every angle of this major team shake-up!Join us as we navigate the storm surrounding India's T20 World Cup squad. The biggest talking point? The shock decision to drop vice-captain Shubman Gill. We scrutinize the rationale behind this move, considering Gill's recent form post-injury, the challenging and varied pitch conditions...
2025-12-211h 12
Talking cricket"T20 is FLIPPING HARD!" - Pro Cricketers Reveal All | Talking cricket on the intensity of batting in T20 cricket feat. Ambati Rayudu and Aaron FinchBeyond the glitz and glamour, is T20 cricket truly the most challenging format in the game today? Join cricketing legends Aaron Finch and Ambati Rayudu as they delve deep into the brutal realities of T20 cricket, exploring why this seemingly fast-paced format demands more than meets the eye.In this fascinating 'Talking Cricket' special, these two seasoned campaigners unpack the physical, mental, and strategic complexities that make T20 unique from Test and ODI formats.From the moment a player steps onto the field, they are 'under the pump' from ball one. Finch and Rayudu emphasize the constant pressure...
2025-12-1758 min
Sport Nation MorningsAshes third Test preview | ESPNcricinfo journalist Andrew McGlashan (16/12/25)ESPNcricinfo journalist Andrew McGlashan joins Smithy to look ahead to the third Test of the Ashes in Adelaide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-12-1519 min
WhateleyUK Editor of ESPNcricinfo Andrew Miller (09.12.25)UK Editor of ESPNcricinfo Andrew Miller joined Adam White to speak about coining the phrase 'Bazball' and if it is dead! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-12-0821 min
Rock and Roll itINDvSA ODI series review: Kohli đ | Arshdeep đȘ | South Africa đ | Rock and Roll ItDustin Silgardo, Sid Monga and Yash Jha look back at India's 2-1 ODI series win against South Africa. The dissect Kohli's new approach, Rohit's continued excellence in the format, India's allrounder conundrum and their pace bowling stocks.Stay updated with the latest T20I, ODI and Test match highlights, cricket match news, and in-depth analysis from the most exciting cricket tournaments.Subscribe to ESPNcricinfo now and unlock a world of exclusive cricket content to catch every boundary, every wicket, and every unforgettable moment of the T20I, ODIs, Test, Domestic and International MatchesSubscribe to...
2025-12-0849 min
Rock and Roll itIndia Humiliated at Home: 0-5 vs Top Teams | Transition or Crisis? | Rock and Roll ItDustin Silgardo, Sid Monga and Karthik Krishnaswamy look back at India's 2-0 series defeat against South Africa, pondering whether this is their lowest ebb in Tests in over a decade. The crew deliberate on whether Indiaâs batters have a skill issue and whether theyâve got their selection right recently.Stay updated with the latest T20I, ODI and Test match highlights, cricket match news, and in-depth analysis from the most exciting cricket tournaments.Subscribe to ESPNcricinfo now and unlock a world of exclusive cricket content to catch every boundary, every wicket, and ever...
2025-12-021h 25
The Saturday SessionDeputy editor at ESPNcricinfo Andrew McGlashan | How do the Poms bounce back in the second game of The Ashes?Daniel and Grant caught up with deputy editor at ESPNcricinfo Andrew McGlashan to really dive deep into The Ashes, what unfolded in game one, how rough it's been waiting this long between games and what the Poms need to do to turn things around. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-11-2817 min
Rock and Roll itThe South Africa series defeat - did India simply get âJansen-edâ and Harmer-ed? | Rock and Roll it episode 14Dustin Silgardo, Sid Monga and Karthik Krishnaswamy look back at India's 2-0 series defeat against South Africa, pondering whether this is their lowest ebb in Tests in over a decade. The crew deliberate on whether Indiaâs batters have a skill issue and whether theyâve got their selection right recently.Stay updated with the latest T20I, ODI and Test match highlights, cricket match news, and in-depth analysis from the most exciting cricket tournaments.Subscribe to ESPNcricinfo now and unlock a world of exclusive cricket content to catch every boundary, every wicket, and ever...
2025-11-271h 25
Talking cricketTalking Cricket with Aakash Chopra: Media Success, The Art of Commentary, and Discovering Your Cricket IdentityGo behind the scenes with Aakash Chopra and Raunak Kapoor on the Talking Cricket podcast! Discover how Aakash moved from Test opener to Indiaâs top digital cricket voice, the origin and rise of Akashvani, secrets from his commentary journey, and invaluable lessons on adapting in modern cricket media. This candid chat dives into content creation, fan engagement, technical analysis, and finding your voice on and off the pitch. Whether you love stories, analysis, or inspirational career pivots, this is a must-listen for every cricket lover!#AakashChopra #TalkingCricket #CricketPodcast #Akashvani #CricketCommentary #RaunakKapoor #CricketStories
2025-11-2357 min
Rock and Roll itThe Eden Gardens pitch - are India guilty of neutralising their strengths | Rock and Roll it episode 13Dustin Silgardo, Sid Monga and Karthik Krishnaswamy look back at India's defeat at Eden Gardens against South Africa. The crew deliberate the pitches that have led Gambhir having a forgettable record at home in Tests as India coach.Stay updated with the latest T20I, ODI and Test match highlights, cricket match news, and in-depth analysis from the most exciting cricket tournaments.Subscribe to ESPNcricinfo now and unlock a world of exclusive cricket content to catch every boundary, every wicket, and every unforgettable moment of the T20I, ODIs, Test, Domestic and International MatchesSubscribe...
2025-11-181h 11
Rock and Roll itMohammed Shami: Unlucky Rebel or Underrated Giant? Dustin, Sid Monga & KKâs Deep Dive into the Beard That Shaped Indian Fast Bowling | Rock and Roll it episode 13Why has Mohammed Shamiâone of Indiaâs top fast bowlersâbeen sidelined? Join Dustin Silgardo, Sidharth Monga, and Karthik Krishnaswamy as they dive deep into Shamiâs legendary career, the controversies around his selection, and what makes him unique in Indian cricket. Hear untold stories from his journey, data-driven analysis, and the inside track on Indian fast bowlingâwith banter and perspective you wonât find anywhere else. Donât miss out on this cricket podcast episode thatâs part history, part fierce debate, and pure #CricketNerd delight!#MohammedShami #IndianCricket #CricketPodcast #RockAndRollIt #SidharthMonga #KarthikKrishnaswamy #DustinSilgardo #CricketAnalysis #FastBowling #Cri...
2025-11-101h 02
Talking cricketStep Inside the Mind of Abhinav Mukund: Stories, Insights & Untold Moments â Talking Cricket with Raunak KapoorCricketâs richest stories often come from those whoâve lived every moment of the game. In this special episode of Talking Cricket, former India opener and accomplished broadcaster Abhinav Mukund joins Raunak Kapoor for a freewheeling conversation that goes far beyond the scoreboard. Hear Abhinavâs childhood rootsâhis cricketer parents, that switch to left-handed batting inspired by Brian Lara, and the grind of Chennai summers with a thousand balls thrown by his father. Explore the defining journeys of Indiaâs Under-19 World Cup champions, locker room friendships, and the heartache of sitting out big games. Mukund offers candid ins...
2025-10-301h 10
Rock and Roll itLooking back at vintage Ro-Ko in Sydney | Rock and Roll it feat. Sid Monga, Dustin and KKThe crew get together to share their joy at watching Rohit and Kohli at their best in Sydney and the emergence of Harshit Rana and Washington Sundar as all-round options.Stay updated with the latest T20I, ODI and Test match highlights, cricket match news, and in-depth analysis from the most exciting cricket tournaments.Subscribe to ESPNcricinfo now and unlock a world of exclusive cricket content to catch every boundary, every wicket, and every unforgettable moment of the T20I, ODIs, Test, Domestic and International MatchesSubscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com...
2025-10-2659 min
Rock and Roll itAnalysing India in Tests under Gambhir | Rock and Roll it feat. Sid Monga, Dustin and KKThe crew get together to discuss Gambhir's time so far as India head coach and whether he needs to manage his bowlers' workload better. Stay updated with the latest T20I, ODI and Test match highlights, cricket match news, and in-depth analysis from the most exciting cricket tournaments.Subscribe to ESPNcricinfo now and unlock a world of exclusive cricket content to catch every boundary, every wicket, and every unforgettable moment of the T20I, ODIs, Test, Domestic and International MatchesSubscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/espncricinfoGet more cricket updates at...
2025-10-1740 min
Talking cricketMasterclass in Cricket Commentary: Ian Bishop on Discipline, Authenticity, and the Art of Storytelling | Talking Cricket feat. Ian Bishop and Raunak KapoorStep into the world of cricket broadcasting with one of the sportâs most revered voices â Ian Bishop. In this episode of Talking Cricket, join host Raunak Kapoor for an in-depth conversation with Bishop, a gold standard in commentary whose journey is as fascinating as the stories he tells. Discover the inner workings of the commentary box, the discipline and research that define Bishopâs approach, and how his personality and humility set him apart on and off the air.From the early days, when Channel 4 first offered him a shot at commentary, to becoming a mentor and rol...
2025-10-0743 min
Rock and Roll itRohit Sharma: India's greatest white-ball captain? | Rock and Roll it feat. Sid Monga, Dustin and KKAs Shubman Gill replaces Rohit Sharma as India's ODI captain, it brings an end to the 'Rohit Sharma era' of India cricket where he lead the team to the 2023 World Cup final, 2024 T20 World Cup title and 2025 ICC Champions trophy title. The crew get together to discuss his legacy as one of the most successful white-ball captains not only for India, but around the world as well and what the future holds for one of ODI cricket's modern-day greats. Stay updated with the latest T20I, ODI and Test match highlights, cricket match news...
2025-10-0656 min
Rock and Roll itRock and Roll it: Reviewing Asia Cup 2025 where winning matters and trophies don'tShashank Kishore and Danyal Rasool join Dustin Silgardo to look back on an eventful three weeks of the 2025 Asia Cup. Though the cricket right through the tournament wasn't as exciting, the drama came from a lot of post-match and off-field antics. To top it all, we got an India-Pakistan final for the first time in the tournament which, to be fair, turned out to be highly exciting. So re-live this memorable tournament with Dustin, Shashank and Danyal. Stay updated with the latest T20I, ODI and Test match highlights, cricket match news, and in-depth...
2025-10-011h 21
Rock and Roll itAsia Cup: Nostalgia, the best period for Asian cricket, Pakistan as pioneers and moreWith the Asia Cup underway and certainly not showcasing the level of cricket seen few years ago, the Rock and Roll it crew could not help but go down memory lane looking back at some of the better times for Asian cricket and the tournament. Stay updated with the latest T20I, ODI and Test match highlights, cricket match news, and in-depth analysis from the most exciting cricket tournaments.Subscribe to ESPNcricinfo now and unlock a world of exclusive cricket content to catch every boundary, every wicket, and every unforgettable moment of the T20I, ODIs, Test...
2025-09-2458 min
Talking cricketTalking cricket feat. Aaron Finch | Aaron Finch looks back on his T20 career, with Australia, Melbourne Renegades and in the IPLThe former Australia captain talks about how his game suited the shortest format, winning the 2021 T20 World Cup, and how he liked to use data in matches.đ Stay updated with the latest T20I, ODI and Test match highlights, cricket match news, and in-depth analysis from the most exciting cricket tournaments.Subscribe to ESPNcricinfo now and unlock a world of exclusive cricket content to catch every boundary, every wicket, and every unforgettable moment of the T20I, ODIs, Test, Domestic and International MatchesSubscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/espncricinfoGet more cri...
2025-09-0138 min
Rock and Roll itCelebrating Cheteshwar Pujara | Rock and Roll it feat. Sid Monga, Dustin Silgardo and KKCheteshwar Pujara joins the crew to talk everything from his famous six off Lyon, his batting process to his unwavering commitment to Test cricket.Subscribe to ESPNcricinfo now and unlock a world of exclusive cricket content to catch every boundary, every wicket, and every unforgettable moment of the T20I, ODIs, Test, Domestic and International MatchesSubscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/espncricinfoGet more cricket updates at: https://www.espncricinfo.com/You can also find us at: https://www.facebook.com/Cricinfohttps://twitter.com/ESPNcricinfohttps://www.instagram...
2025-08-291h 21
Rock and Roll itFrom change-averse to thought-leaders: How India's approach in T20 batting has evolved | Rock and Roll it feat. Sid Monga, Dustin Silgardo and KKFor a long time India were seemingly lagging behind in how they would play T20 cricket. But over the last 18 months or so, they have shown the way with a change of personnel and approach that they can go all out while batting first and it is paying off for the team as the results have shown. This podcast will help you understand how their T20 batting has evolved over the years, a look at the recently announced T20 squad and what can we expect going forward. Subscribe to ESPNcricinfo now and unlock a...
2025-08-2150 min
Talking cricketTalking cricket feat. Katey Martin | On making it as a female broadcaster in cricketStay updated with the latest T20I, ODI and Test match highlights, cricket match news, and in-depth analysis from the most exciting cricket tournaments.Subscribe to ESPNcricinfo now and unlock a world of exclusive cricket content to catch every boundary, every wicket, and every unforgettable moment of the T20I, ODIs, Test, Domestic and International MatchesSubscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/espncricinfoGet more cricket updates at: https://www.espncricinfo.com/You can also find us at: https://www.facebook.com/Cricinfohttps://twitter.com/ESPNcricinfohttps://www.instagram.com/espncricinfo/Download Android and iOS Apps for more...
2025-08-1450 min
Rock and Roll itWhat's the best way to manage Jasprit Bumrah and other pacers' workload? | Rock and Roll it feat. Sid Monga, KK and Dustin SilgardoJasprit Bumrah is an invaluable asset. So are fast bowlers as a breed. How can India manage their workload in the best way possible to ensure they play the most of all major cricket leading up to the 2027 ODI World Cup? The podcast covers all the possible ways in which BCCI can look to handle their treasured pacers better with the upcoming Asia Cup, the home season and the T20 World Cup and IPL to follow in the first half of next year. Find out what Sidharth Monga, Karthik Krishnaswamy and Dustin Silgardo have in store for you in...
2025-08-1253 min
Rock and Roll itAn epic at The Oval! Reviewing Indiaâs 2-2 draw in England feat. Monga, KK & DustinAn extraordinary series met an extraordinary finish, as India levelled the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2-2 with a thrilling six-run win over England at The Oval. Sidharth Monga, Karthik Krishnaswamy and Dustin Silgardo look back on a riveting Test match summer, celebrate the sensational shift put in by Mohammed Siraj, and dissect what to make of the first assignment for India's new generation of Test cricket.
2025-08-051h 11
Rock and Roll itThe Old Trafford Test review | India's heist and England's bitterness | Rock and Roll it feat. Sid Monga, Kartik Krishnaswamy and Dustin SilgardoAn epic series will be decided at The Oval. England lead 2-1 after 20 tense days of Test cricket but were denied a decisive win by five sessions of doughty, determined batting in which India lost only two wickets. Not even Ben Stokes, battling cramp and a shoulder injury, could pull this one off, and was forced to settle for only the second draw of his captaincy tenure. Stay updated with the latest T20I, ODI and Test match highlights, cricket match news, and in-depth analysis from the most exciting cricket tournaments.Download the ESPNcricinfo app now and unloc...
2025-07-291h 12
Talking cricketTalking cricket feat. Varun Aaron and Ian Bishop on what it takes to bowl fast in cricket | "No fast bowler that can play all three formats over a long period of time and continue being rapid"Varun Aaron and Ian Bishop had promising starts as fast bowlers before injuries scuppered their careers - though not their love for the art. Now as commentators and broadcasters they've had the opportunity to study fast bowlers, dissect their methods and draw on their own experiences to offer a unique perspective. In a chat during the 2025 IPL, Bishop and Aaron spoke at length about their careers, managing injuries, and young fast bowlers to watch.Download the ESPNcricinfo app now and unlock a world of exclusive cricket content to catch every boundary, every wicket, and...
2025-07-2346 min
Rock and Roll itLord's Test review | Stokes' juju does it again for England against India | Rock and Roll it feat. Sid Monga, KK and DustinSix years ago, Ben Stokes raised his hands in apology. Now he was clenching his fists in triumph. On the anniversary of the day when he made England world champions, he found them a route to victory again. It felt like he couldn't rest without it.Sidharth Monga and Karthik Krishnaswamy join Dustin Silgardo to look back on an enthralling Test at Lord's between England and India which saw the hosts prevail by 22 runs on a thrilling day five.
2025-07-161h 10
Talking cricketTalking cricket feat. Anil Kumble | On the decline of wristspin in modern Test cricketIndia's highest wicket-taker in Test cricket, one of the most revered leg-spin bowlers in the history of the game - Anil Kumble - talks about why there aren't as many wristspinners in the longest format of the game today. The former India captain and coach also touches upon his journey a bit and India's current wristspinner - Kuldeep Yadav. Don't miss out on this wonderful chat with Raunak Kapoor.
2025-07-1151 min
Rock and Roll itThe Edgbaston Test review | How India brushed aside records, England and Bazball feat. Sid Monga and KKTwo of ESPNcricinfo India's best cricket journalists - Sidharth Monga and Karthik Krishnaswamy come together (probably for the first time on video!) to look back on all the major talking points coming out of India's epic win in Birmingham. From Gill's twin centuries to Akash Deep's 10-wicket haul, from the pitches to the issues with the dukes ball - we have it all covered on this hour-long chat. The Anderson-Tendulkar trophy is now 1-1 going into Lord's for the third Test where you don't know if the conditions will suit India more or the home side England.
2025-07-081h 01
Talking cricketThe off-field partnership: what makes the Pujaras tick | Talking cricket with Cheteshwar and Puja PujaraIn the modern all-out-attack game, Cheteshwar Pujara is a throwback to the days when blocking your way to stumps was a prized quality in a batter. His hang-in-there-at-all-costs spirit has been vital to India's most famous series wins: in Australia in 2018-19 and in 2020-21. In this interview hosted by Grace Hayden, Cheteshwar and his wife, Puja, the couple talk about the demands on a player's family, Puja's book about the experience of being a cricketer's wife, and the 2021 Brisbane Test in which Cheteshwar persevered despite a broken finger and bruises from bouncers to help India to a historic wi...
2025-06-2644 min
Talking cricketKane Williamson on the challenges of being a three-format cricketer | Talking cricket feat. Kane WilliamsonKane Williamson. The cricketer everyone loves. The cricketer known for his cool and calm demeanor on and off the field. The cricketer who makes batting look so easy. So we at ESPNcricinfo Talking Cricket decided to put the ice-man under a little bit of pressure to talk batting. Batting in the modern era for a modern cricketer who has to dabble between three formats. What does it take to be a modern batter. Who better to talk about this than New Zealand's former captain and still active batter - Kane Williamson - who has juggled between all three formats...
2025-06-091h 01
Talking cricketMad for cricket: The Danny Morrison method | Talking cricket feat. Danny MorrisonYou gotta love it... Danny Morrison is in the house. In the very first episode of ESPNcricinfo Talking cricket, we chat with the charismatic, the original, the one and only - Danny Morrison. The former New Zealand pacer talks about how he developed his unique commentary style, his mates in the commentary box, and looks back at some fond memories of doing things his way in the IPL. It's been 18 years of the biggest cricket league in the world and Danny Morrison has been an integral part of the tournament. So sit back and enjoy this lovely conversation between...
2025-05-2041 min
Powerplay: A Womenâs Cricket PodcastOne way out: How cricket helped Afghanistan women escapeAfghanistan's women cricketers tell the ESPNcricinfo Powerplay podcast about how the sport they love went from passion to peril, and then a passport to a better life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025-01-2258 minPowerplay: A Womenâs Cricket PodcastT20 World Cup: India OUT as New Zealand get it togetherSuzie Bates talks the emotion of New Zealand qualifying for their first semifinal at the T20 World Cup in 8 years.Plus, England's Sophie Ecclestone and South Africa's Tazmin Brits join Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda as the T20 World Cup group stage reaches its climax. Follow full coverage of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup every day at https://www.espncricinfo.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-10-1424 minPowerplay: A Womenâs Cricket PodcastT20 World Cup: Australia march on, but who is dancing behind?Australia continue to be the team to beat following their demolition of New Zealand, so Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda turn their attention to a couple of the teams trying to challenge for semifinal spots.West Indies allrounder and former captain, Stafanie Taylor joins the pod to discuss how the team is using Lady Gaga to change their mindset.It's not just the West Indies getting their dancing shoes on as Pakistan are aiming to make the semifinals, Omaima Sohail says that injured Diana Baig is leading the dressing room's positive atmosphere despite not being...
2024-10-0820 minPowerplay: A Womenâs Cricket PodcastT20 World Cup: Early impressions - live from DubaiNow everyone has played at least one in the UAE, Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda are together in Dubai to discuss who has impressed them so far.Plus, interviews with South Africa's Nonkululeko Mlaba and England Danni Wyatt-Hodge join the show to discuss their respective opening game wins.Follow full coverage of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup every day at https://www.espncricinfo.com/. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-10-0523 minPowerplay: A Womenâs Cricket PodcastTazmin Brits opens up about battles on and off the fieldSouth African batter Tazmin Brits joins Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda on ESPNcricinfo Powerplay to talk about the car accident that changed her career, how sport saved her and the challenges she faces now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-09-2557 minPowerplay: A Womenâs Cricket PodcastAbtaha Maqsood â Living the dreamOn this week's ESPNcricinfo Powerplay, Scotland leg-spinner Abtaha Maqsood talks to Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda from Dubai ahead of her teamâs maiden appearance at the Womenâs T20 World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-09-2039 min
81 All Out - A Cricket PodcastCan Bangladesh extend dream run? - India v Bangladesh previewWe chat with ESPNcricinfo's Bangladesh correspondent Mohammad Isam about Bangladesh's historic series win in Pakistan and their chances in the upcoming two-Test series in India.
Talking Points:
Bangladesh's dream-like comeback wins in the two Tests in Rawalpindi
A bowling attack with tremendous variety - world-class spin and promising pace
The arrival of Nahid Rana - and his ferocious spells in Pakistan
The symbolism of Bangladesh's series win amidst the political climate in the country
Mehidy Hasan Miraz - workhorse, counter-puncher, MVP
Can Bangladesh's attack adapt to India's varied conditions?
The challenge of a two-Test series without...
2024-09-161h 07Powerplay: A Womenâs Cricket PodcastUltimate allrounders â juggling cricket and motherhoodOn ESPNcricinfo Powerplay, Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda recently caught up with Lauren Down, the New Zealand batter who toured England just six months after giving birth, as well as team-mate Lea Tahuhu and South Africaâs Masabata Klaas, who has just been named winner of the Makhaya Ntini - Power of Cricket Award. They share their experiences of becoming mothers amid elite sporting careers, Valkerie and Firdose look at various boardsâ approaches to pregnancy and parenthood in a rapidly changing landscape which has seen cricket playing catch-up to other employers. Learn more about your ad c...
2024-09-0657 minPowerplay: A Womenâs Cricket PodcastAsia Cup ambitions for Esha Oza and UAEOn this week's ESPNcricinfo Powerplay, captain Esha Oza and coach Ahmed Raza speak about UAEâs Asia Cup campaign, their T20 World Cup Qualifying near miss and the growth of womenâs cricket in their country. Plus, Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda discuss New Zealand's tour of England, and look back at South Africa's disappointing end to their T20I series against India. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-07-171h 01Powerplay: A Womenâs Cricket PodcastESPNcricinfo Powerplay: The curious case of womenâs Test cricketOn this weekâs ESPNcricinfo Powerplay, Firdose Moonda and Valkerie Baynes delve into the world of womenâs Test cricket, with special appearances from Tammy Beaumont, Sophie Devine, Laura Wolvaardt, Jon Lewis and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-06-2651 minPowerplay: A Womenâs Cricket PodcastJon Lewis on AI, stress management and spinners - How England are targeting the T20 Women's World CupESPNcricinfo's Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda are joined by England Womenâs head coach Jon Lewis, who delves into planning for this yearâs global showcase, his teamâs latest learnings and how AI can help âdisruptâ the best opposition sides. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-06-0557 minPowerplay: A Womenâs Cricket PodcastWorld Cup bound: Scotland and Sri Lanka seal their placesScotland captain Kathryn Bryce and Vishmi Gunaratne of Sri Lanka tell ESPNcricinfo Powerplay what it means to qualify for the T20 Womenâs World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-05-0844 minPowerplay: A Womenâs Cricket PodcastWhat makes all-conquering Australia tick?In this hilarious, insightful and touching episode, Grace Harris tells ESPNcricinfoâs Powerplay podcast that a refusal to let the little details slip has made Australia Women world-beaters for years. She also talks home ârenosâ, smuggling snacks into the slips and her beloved late Nan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-04-1759 minPowerplay: A Womenâs Cricket PodcastWolvaardtâs reinvention in first season as skipperSouth Africaâs captain Laura Wolvaardt talks to Firdose Moonda and Valkerie Baynes on ESPNcricinfo Powerplay about why she took the job and juggling her leadership role with batting responsibilities. She also discusses touring Australia, how she has worked on her short format game, the development of women's cricket in South Africa and what her team needs to do to win a World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-04-0343 min
Switch Hit PodcastESPNcricinfo presents... Powerplay! Nat Sciver-Brunt: Payday, payday⊠WPL incomingIn the first episode of ESPNcricinfo Powerplay, Firdose Moonda and Valkerie Baynes are joined by England allrounder Nat Sciver-Brunt to chat about player auctions, club vs. country and so much cricket.Like what you've heard? Listen to a new episode every few weeks on your favourite podcast platforms:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/powerplay-a-womens-cricket-podcast/id1731433540https://open.spotify.com/show/5dcluzV89PsrIRgRjDNHfQ?si=ccddd0618db140c7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-02-2146 minPowerplay: A Womenâs Cricket PodcastNat Sciver-Brunt: Payday, payday⊠WPL incomingIn the first episode of ESPNcricinfo Powerplay, Firdose Moonda and Valkerie Baynes are joined by England allrounder Nat Sciver-Brunt to chat about player auctions, club vs. country and so much cricket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-02-2146 minPowerplay: A Womenâs Cricket PodcastIntroducing 'Powerplay: A Women's Cricket Podcast'ESPNcricinfo Women's cricket editors Valkerie Baynes and Firdose Moonda are joined by some of the biggest names in Womenâs cricket to discuss the game and the biggest issues in it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-02-1600 min81 All Out - A Cricket PodcastWhat we talk about when we talk about luckWe chat with Karthik Krishnaswamy and Kartikeya Date about the role of luck in cricket and how we can better describe the game by separating actions from outcomes.Â
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Talking Points:
Luck v skill - and why the two are not opposed to each other
The traditional method of describing cricket - by ascribing reasons for outcomes
Why it is hard for fans to accept 'luck' as a major part of a sporting contest
The luck component in different sports - and the 'optimal' luck cricket needs
The brief phase in e...
2023-12-161h 37
Book CafĂ© Podcastđ Book: On The Tigers' Trail | âïž Author: Mohammad Isam | Episode 12Send us a textâ¶ïž Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kZsJeIQOM9QđBook: "On The Tigers' Trail"đGenre: Sports / Cricketâïž Author: Mohammad Isam đ§ Episode info:Mohammad Isam, Bangladesh cricket correspondent for @espncricinfo, discusses his debut book, an anthology of all the articles he has written over a ten year tenure with ESPNCricinfo, the world's most popular cricket website.âïž Author's bio: Mohammad Isam is the Bangladesh correspondent of ESPNCricinfo. He also has Bylines in @theGuardian, @TheTimes, @WisdenCricket. Before joining ESPNCricinfo, he worked for @TheDailyStarNews, the leading English-la...
2023-04-181h 1981 All Out - A Cricket PodcastWhat we talk about when we talk about pressureIn episode 156 of the 81allout podcast we are joined by former India Test cricketer and Ranji Trophy colossus Abhinav Mukund - who has now turned into an astute analyst on TV. Abhinav is piqued by Kartikeya Date's latest article in ESPNcricinfo (Do India choke in high-profile ODIs) and shares his perspective on how a player approaches (and talks about pressure), and weighs in on the question: is pressure a good parameter to explain the result of a match?
 Talking Points:
The times when a player feels he is in the 'middle of a v...
2023-03-211h 40
Bits and Pieces : The friendliest cricket podcastEp 60: Border Gave a Scar that won't Healy
On Episode 60, we are (sadly) back to being a sausage fest. Chops, Tony, Max, Sameer, Bisi and Nitin join to dissect Healy's sweeping masterclass and glean meaningful takeaways from it. They ponder Australia's trainwreck of a tour, and their disastrous handling of their spin resources. There's chuckles and sympathy in varying measures for Ashton Agar and KL Rahul. The gang puts Dr. Strange to shame by painting out elaborate scenarios around how Bazball is likely to fare in the Ashes and when England next tour India. The manel also discusses the state of Indian women's cricket...
2023-02-261h 13Bits and Pieces : The friendliest cricket podcastEp 57: A Borderless Gavaskar TrophyA few days before the glorious Border Gavaskar trophy takes off, we dream of a Borderless India that could play our neighbors, while discussing the ignominy of Indiaâs megalomania in choosing not to travel to Pakistan for the Asia Cup. We also dissect the beauty of bowler-friendly T20 wickets, the fabulous U-19 Womenâs WC win, spare some kind words for Joginder and Monk on their retirement and lots more, in this rollicking episode. Listen away!
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2023-02-061h 19Bits and Pieces : The friendliest cricket podcastEp 56: WPL $$$ and HanuManipuRwandaOn episode 56 of Bits and Pieces, six of your friends get together to discuss the Womenâs Premier League (WPL), Womenâs Under 19 World Cup, the Ranji Trophy quarter-finals line-up, the India-NZ white-ball series, player burn out and much more. Much banter, laughter and âchalk throwing in the era of zoomâ. Join Mohan, Rachana, Chops, Tareque, Vikas and Bisi. Join in for all the fun!
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2023-01-291h 04Bits and Pieces : The friendliest cricket podcastEp 55: Fideler on the MaharoofOn episode 55, Bits and Pieces is joined by the lofty and loveable Andrew Fidel Fernando. Join Srinath, Chops, Krt, Sameer, and Tony as they chat with Fidel about the secret of Jayasuriya's bat, the fitness of Ranatunga, Herath, and Sri Lankans, the sexiness of the dad bod, and some amazing stories from the emerald Isle and New Zealand.Â
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2023-01-231h 24Bits and Pieces : The friendliest cricket podcastEp 54: 81 Bits and Pieces with SidveeDo you remember that day, many decades ago? Travel back in time. What do you see?
Do you see that young, handsome kid with short, curly hair and a straight bat, performing magic in the middle? He's defending the danger balls solidly, covering his stumps when the angle is threatening, and shredding the bad balls - rock, paper, scissors. The entire city has come to watch him play. There are three times as many people outside the ground, as there are inside, trying to get in. Some of them are finding their way in over the fences...
2023-01-161h 30Bits and Pieces : The friendliest cricket podcastEp 49: England's Warning, India Waning, Australia Warner-ingIs there any team that can stop Bazball? Should ball-tampering be legalised? What connects David Warner to Shah Rukh Khan (apart from the dance moves on popular social media)? What is Jacques Kallis doing at #5 in the list of all-time great six-hitters? Who was England's Prime Minister the last time Jaydev Unadkat played Test cricket for India? All the answers in Episode 49 of your friendly neighbourhood spidercam podcast. We recorded during the course of the pulsating finish to the second T20I between India and Australia Women, so you can enjoy the panel's real-time reactions to a rare win...
2022-12-121h 03
ESPNcricinfo Stump Mic PodcastProblem of plenty: Selecting India's ODI squadWhich players would you bench? Who deserves a longer run? With barely a year to go, can India afford to experiment ahead of a marquee event at home?Kaustubh Kumar speaks with ESPNcricinfo's Vishal Dikshit and George Binoy, as the panel tries to narrow down a possible squad for India, with an eye on the 2023 Men's ODI World Cup.Further reading:"Is it time to start talking about Shikhar Dhawan's strike rate?" - Vishal Dikshit: https://es.pn/3XJo4JCÂ "India's contenders for the 2023 ODI World Cup" - S...
2022-12-0939 min81 All Out - A Cricket PodcastâThe first program I ever wrote was Cricinfoâ - Simon KingIn the latest episode of the podcast we speak to two pioneers from the early days of the internet: Simon King, the founder of Cricinfo, and Vishal Misra, an early volunteer who was instrumental in the building of the database and streamlining live scoring.
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Talking Points:
The difficulty of getting cricket updates in the early 1990s
Chatrooms, IRC, and begging for score...
2022-11-281h 14Bits and Pieces : The friendliest cricket podcastEp 46: Crystal (white)-ball gazing and red-ball nostalgia
In the wake of a meh World Cup campaign for India, Chops and Srinath are in a post-mortem-esque mood; they bring to you their own version of armchair handwringing and criticism with hopes against hope that things will change for the better as far as Indian men's T20I cricket is concerned. With not much cricket of note during the week gone by, they shift their attention to trading personal stories and anecdotes from their favourite Tests from the delicious Australia in India rivalry. From epic ways to follow cricket as schoolboys to tales of Indian spin greats...
2022-11-2156 minBits and Pieces : The friendliest cricket podcastEp 39: Line in the sand, and fine in the randOn Ep 39 of the friendliest cricket podcast, Tony is joined by Srinath, Mohan, Chops, and Sameer to round up the discussion around the run-out at the non-striker's end, India's chances at the world cup, and more - including a special appearance by Sebastian Kochukudy - Tony's Dad.Â
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2022-10-021h 06ESPNcricinfo Stump Mic PodcastFrom London to Lahore: A look at England's first Pakistan tour since 2005How historic is England's visit to Pakistan? Or is it just another series? Do Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan need to worry about their strike rates? Is pace really all that matters? All this and more on the latest ESPNcricinfo Stump Mic as Kaustubh Kumar gets down to discuss it all with Osman Samiuddin, Danyal Rasool and Matt Roller.Show notes:'Fast, just fast: Rauf stirs Karachi's primal instincts' - Danyal Rasool:Â https://es.pn/3BIh45zMatt Roller on Mark Wood:Â https://es.pn/3UUImyy'In Gaddafi's sh...
2022-09-3048 minBits and Pieces : The friendliest cricket podcastEp 33: A Flower-ing Good-Winning Streak in 'Jimbobay'Episode 33 has Srinath, El_Chopernos and Knittins taking special relish in ripping into England following their dramatic defeat against South Africa in the first Test. They also take equal relish in doing their best impressions of VVS Laxman saying 'Jimbobay', even as Shikhar Dhawan continues to plough the lone furrow for the ODI format that no one seems to be watching. Digs at KL Rahul, terrible puns, alarmist takes at the FTP and the burgeoning roster of T20 leagues, and some trivia that may make you go wow... tune in to Ep 33 for everything... And please subscribe for more of...
2022-08-2241 minBits and Pieces : The friendliest cricket podcastEp 32: Harare and the tortoiseThis week on the friendliest cricket podcast, Srinath, Chops, and Tony round up the CWG finals, the Boult from the blue and the future of cricket, Insta nonsense from Russell and RP, India's squad to Zimbabwe, Ross Taylor's revelations and more. Also on the pod, what's the difference between the Aussie women's captain and India's bowling strategy in the Border Gavaskar Trophy? If England's A team is called the Lions, what should the alpha team be called? And more. Come, grab a seat and join us at the friend's table. And do tell another friend.Â
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2022-08-1445 minBits and Pieces : The friendliest cricket podcastEp 31: Show me the monopsonyThis week on the friendliest cricket podcast, the Bits and Pieces gang talk about the CWG semi finals, the beleaguering leagues of T20 and follow the money created by the monopsony of cricket. Also, what is India's ideal T20 side? And how does it differ from the probable one? The conclusions of these thought starters are left as an exercise for the listener. Join Murali, Mohan, and Chops for all the fun this week.
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2022-08-0956 minESPNcricinfo Stump Mic PodcastFTP: Future Tipping PointOsman Samiuddin and Gaurav Sundararaman join Karthik to discuss an ESPNcricinfo exclusive - the ICC Future Tours Programme 2023-2027 and its impact on international cricket and each format Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2022-07-2150 minBits and Pieces : The friendliest cricket podcastEp 28: The Umpire Strikes BackOn Episode 28th of the friendliest cricket podcast, the gang admit "Gorilla Gothilla". Join Tony, Srinath, Krt, Nitin, Chops, and Kaus as they launch into peak bantz, and bring up concepts such as the Umpire Empire, Podwin's Law, Fleming's middle finger rule, and all the fun cricket news from around the world. Also includes Ash anna striking back against the umpires for the Dindigul Dragons.
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2022-07-171h 10
Bits and Pieces : The friendliest cricket podcastEp 26: Sledge BazBall at EdgbastonOn Episode 26, the bits and pieces assemble for a deep-dive into the latest from women's cricket, Pant-Jadeja magic, Shami-Bumrah sorcery, Stuart Broad schadenfreude, and a total takedown of BazBall ft. Ben Stokes. The group loses count of the number of India captains in the last 12 months (roughly 13), looks back at the tenure of Eoin Morgan, looks forward to the Mithali Raj biopic, and chuckles wildly at David Warner's misfortune with a bail at Galle.
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2022-07-041h 01
Bits and Pieces : The friendliest cricket podcastEp 25: Bhai aap yahan?!Episode 25 of Bits and Pieces is all about sibling revelry as Mithun Sundar tells us about si bling in Goa (does Bumrah have a restaurant?!), cricket rules growing up, how nurture can turn the knob very differently for two brothers, and the family that keeps this pod going. The panel for this week is rounded off by Krt, Mohan, Nitin, and Tony who are beleaguered by the ICC super league. The gang also talks about the 6ixty, mystery free hits, recall dismissals on dismissal recalls, RCB chants at Silk Board Junction, and the Australia tour of Sri Lanka.
2022-06-2759 min
81 All Out - A Cricket PodcastRadio commentary lets you dream about the game - Joseph 'Reds' PerreiraIn the latest episode of the podcast we chat with one of the most prolific radio broadcasters: Joseph 'Reds' Perreira. In a career spanning over 50 years, Reds has commentated on 152 Tests and close to 500 other matches - including ODIs, first-class, and List A games.
Note: Readers in India can now buy Mike Marqusee's classic cricket book War Minus The Shooting on Flipkart and Amazon. Readers outside India, can buy the book on Amazon.
Talking Points:
Overcoming a stammer by imitating radio commentary
Traveling the Caribbean to watch live sport in the 1950s
A memorable commentary debut...
2022-06-231h 4681 All Out - A Cricket PodcastFrom Trumper to Tendulkar: a lifetime of cricket fandomIn this episode, we talk to S Giridhar and VJ Raghunath, authors of the book Mid-wicket Tales: From Trumper to Tendulkar.
Giri and Raghu take us through their lifelong journey as cricket fans - and help us understand the magic and aura that surrounded some of the greats from the past. Memories, anecdotes, technique, literature: the stories never stop.
Talking Points:
Learning about the game through books, radio commentary and at stadiums
The singular Mr Venkataraghavan - a breed apart in Tamil Nadu cricket
The joy of watching close-in catchers as India's great spin...
2022-06-011h 37
The Dibbly DobblersEp 32 - Interviews with Scotland's Megan McColl & ESPNcricinfo's Peter Della Penna, plus TOTW & PredictionsAndrew and Callum are joined by Northern Light's skipper, and Scotland all-rounder, Megan McColl to discuss the newly formed Aberdeen based side, her reaction to Scotland being awarded women's ODI status, and how she has changed her bowling action to bowl spin. The guys then go through this week's team and player of the week, update on the weekly predictions and share next week's, before Andrew is joined by ESPNcricinfo's USA correspondent, Peter Della Penna, to discuss cricket in America, and Scotland's imminent series against the USA and UAE in Texas.
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2022-05-271h 1781 All Out - A Cricket PodcastâA TV producer needs to catch the pulse of where the game is goingâ - Ajesh Ramachandran interviewIn the latest episode of the podcast we chat with Ajesh Ramachandran, the Executive Producer at the ICC and their Broadcast and Content Lead. Ajesh takes us through the typical day in the life of a TV producer, and goes on to explain the intricacies of a live cricket broadcast.
Note: Readers in India can now buy Mike Marqusee's classic cricket book War Minus The Shooting on Flipkart and Amazon. Readers outside India, can buy the book on Amazon.
Talking Points:
The responsibilities of an executive producer before an ICC event
Hiring the crew...
2022-04-291h 33
The Hundred PodcastThe Hundred Podcast - The Inside Track on The Hundred Draft with ESPNcricinfo's Matt RollerEd and Charlie chat to ESPNcricinfo's Matt Roller to get the inside track on what went down during The Hundred Draft.
2022-04-1141 min81 All Out - A Cricket PodcastIndia too good for Sri Lanka, by day and by night: Series reviewWe review the two-Test series between India and Sri Lanka - which India won 2-0 in emphatic fashion.
Note: Readers in India can now buy Mike Marqusee's classic cricket book War Minus The Shooting on Flipkart and Amazon. Readers outside India, can buy the book on Amazon.
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Talking Points:
India's invincibility at home - across conditions against all opposition
The relentless pressure that opposition batsmen are up against
Jasprit Bumrah and a series for the gods
Ravindra Jadeja's evolution as a Test batsman
Sri Lanka's spinners unable...
2022-03-181h 1181 All Out - A Cricket PodcastA lifetime in cricket writing - Mike Coward interviewWe speak to the veteran journalist and author Mike Coward, who has watched and covered cricket over six decades. Coward rewinds the clock to various points in his illustrious career and talks about the importance of journalists and players trusting each other. He also opens up on his experience of being an openly gay journalist - and how the male cricketers can take a lead from the women  on making it a more inclusive game.
Note: War Minus The Shooting now available on Amazon.com, Amazon.in, Flipkart
Talking Points:
An Adelaide childhood - a...
2022-02-071h 3881 All Out - A Cricket PodcastSport, history, race: the complexity of cricket in South AfricaIn this episode, we chat with two journalists from South Africa - Firdose Moonda and Telford Vice.
Note: Readers in India can now buy Mike Marqusee's classic cricket book War Minus The Shooting at the Atta Galatta bookstore in Bangalore. They are happy to courier copies to those outside Bangalore if you write in at: Thebookstore@attagalatta.com (You can also tweet at their handle: https://twitter.com/AttaGalatta).Â
Outside India, War Minus the shooting is available as a paperback and e-copy on Amazon.
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2022-01-251h 1581 All Out - A Cricket PodcastSouth Africa pull off series win for the agesWe review the third and final Test between South Africa and India - which South Africa won by seven wickets and rounded off a monumental series win.
Note: Readers in India can now buy Mike Marqusee's classic cricket book War Minus The Shooting at the Atta Galatta bookstore in Bangalore. They are happy to courier copies to those outside Bangalore if you write in at: Thebookstore@attagalatta.com (You can also tweet at their handle: https://twitter.com/AttaGalatta). It is also available on Flipkart now and will soon be available on Amazon as well.
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2022-01-172h 0281 All Out - A Cricket PodcastSouth Africa's triumph in Wanderers dogfightWe review the second Test between South Africa and India - which South Africa won by seven wickets. This was India's first loss at The Wanderers ground, and South Africa's first Test win against India in six Tests.
Note: Readers in India can now buy Mike Marqusee's classic cricket book War Minus The Shooting at the Atta Galatta bookstore in Bangalore. They are happy to courier copies to those outside Bangalore if you write in at: Thebookstore@attagalatta.com (You can also tweet at their handle: https://twitter.com/AttaGalatta)
Outside India, War Minus the shooting is...
2022-01-091h 3981 All Out - A Cricket PodcastA special win to round off a special year: Centurion Test reviewWe review the first Test between South Africa and India - which India won by 113 runs. This was only South Africa's third defeat in Centurion across 27 Tests.
Note: Readers in India can now buy Mike Marqusee's classic cricket book War Minus The Shooting at the Atta Galatta bookstore in Bangalore. They are happy to courier copies to those outside Bangalore if you write in at: Thebookstore@attagalatta.com (You can also tweet at their handle: https://twitter.com/AttaGalatta)
Outside India, War Minus the shooting is available as a paperback and e-copy on Amazon.
2022-01-011h 3581 All Out - A Cricket PodcastThe subcontinent beyond the cliches: revisiting a landmark cricket bookIn this episode, we revisit Mike Coward's book about Australian tours to the subcontinent through the 1980s: Cricket Beyond the Bazaar.
Joining us to dissect the book â and its importance for Australian cricket literature â are two contemporary journalists - Russell Jackson and Daniel Brettig. They tell us about the effect the book had on them and how it continues to be a guiding beacon for Australians reporting on the subcontinent.
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Talking Points:
The history of India-Australia relations and the blossoming of cricketing ties in the 1980s
M...
2021-11-101h 3281 All Out - A Cricket PodcastPakistan ride on the PSL generationOur special guests this week â Hassan Cheema, the strategy manager at Islamabad United, and Ahmer Naqvi, a freelance writer on pop culture â analyze Pakistan's performances in their first three games of the T20 World Cup.
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Talking Points:
Why the T20 World Cup is virtually a home tournament for Pakistan
The emotional reaction to watching Pakistan win three in a row
The importance of the Pakistan Super League
A new generation forging a new identity and narrative for Pakistan cricket
What Babar Azam has meant for Pakistan cricket as a w...
2021-10-311h 42
81 All Out - A Cricket PodcastThe ins and outs of Fantasy CricketOur special guest this week is Gaurav Sundararaman, a senior stats analyst at ESPNcricinfo, and he helps us unpack the complexities of Fantasy Cricket - where fans pick teams and compete in increasingly popular Fantasy Leagues.
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Talking Points:
The allure of fantasy cricket and how it changes one's perspective
ESPN Super Selector and the early days of fantasy cricket
The popularity of fantasy leagues in the T20 era
Picking a team and the dangers of biased selections
Tournament mode v daily mode
Rajat Bhatia, Sreenath Aravind and t...
2021-10-201h 3681 All Out - A Cricket PodcastGlimpses of greatness: reviewing the Shastri years (2017-2021)We review the Indian team over the last four years - the period since July 2017 when Ravi Shastri took over as head coach.
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Talking Points:
The significance of being a very good team in a competitive era
The bowling depth in this era world-wide - which is superior to previous teams
Irfan Pathan in the mid-2000s - and the first glimpse of picking five bowlers
India's dominance over West Indies and Sri Lanka in the last decade
The confidence to play four fast bowlers even if...
2021-09-301h 20
Cricket with an Accent PodcastThe Dravid captaincy through the lens of SidveeSiddhartha Vaidyanathan(https://twitter.com/sidvee) of the http://www.81allout.com/ podcast returns to Cricket with an accent to recall the events surrounding the Rahul Dravid captaincy period. It is one of the semi forgotten eras of Indian cricket which still polarizes fans and media whenever the topic resurfaces. Vaidyanathan, who was a cricinfo journalist during that time helps unpack the mixed bag of emotions and myths attached to that period with some facts from the public domain.Â
We touch upon various points like what is good captaincy or even a better topic - is there t...
2021-07-221h 21
Futility ClosetMartin Couney's Incubator Babies For more than 40 years in the early 20th century, Martin Couney ran a sideshow in which premature babies were displayed in incubators. With this odd practice he offered a valuable service in an era when many hospitals couldn't. In this week's episode of the Futility Closet podcast we'll describe Couney's unusual enterprise, which earned both criticism and praise. We'll also marvel over an Amazonian survival and puzzle over a pleasing refusal. Intro: The inventor of the Dewey Decimal System suggested that GHEAUGHTEIGHPTOUGH might spell potato. John VI of Portugal...
2021-05-2430 min81 All Out - A Cricket PodcastUnderstanding T20: a conversation with Hassan CheemaClick here to support 81allout on Ko-Fi
Our special guest this week is Hassan Cheema, the strategy manager at Islamabad United â the Pakistan Super League champions in 2016 and 2018.
Hassan talks about the rapidly evolving T20 format and gives us a peek into what franchises are doing to stay ahead of the curve. Having observed some of the top T20 players first-hand, Hassan brings forth the complexities of the game and the challenges involved in managing a team.
Talking Points:
How West Indies revolutionized the approach to T20s
The ov...
2021-04-141h 3981 All Out - A Cricket Podcast'Batting is now less artistic, more power-based' â Amol MuzumdarClick here to support 81allout on Ko-Fi
In our latest episode we talk to Amol Muzumdar, a legend for Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy and a bona fide domestic great. Muzumdar's illustrious career spanned two decades and he finished with 9,205 runs in the Ranji Trophy - which stands as the second-highest aggregate of all time.
Muzumdar scored 30 first-class hundreds and was the backbone of the Mumbai Ranji Trophy side through much of the 1990s and 2000s. He won seven Ranji Trophy championships with Mumbai and captained them to the title in 2006-07, when they rallied...
2021-03-231h 2881 All Out - A Cricket PodcastA two-day shoot-out: India v England, 3rd Test reviewWe discuss the third Test between India and England in Chennai
Talking Points:
Where did this pitch stand in the Premadasa-Sabina scale?
The importance of consistent bounce in the ICC evaluation system
England's misreading of the pitch and the selection of one specialist spinner
Don't India have enough of an all-round bowling strength to not rely on turners?
Rohit Sharma's ability to adjust to all formats
The technique of playing spin - and what made Root, Foakes, Rohit and Kohli stand out
Ashwin's off-break that looks like a straighter one - thanks to the remarkable drift
...
2021-02-261h 21
A Cricketing ViewA Conversation with S Rajesh Of ESPNCricinfo About Their Control StatisticThis conversation is about ESPNCricinfo's Control statistic with their senior stats editor S Rajesh. We discuss what the metric tries to measure, what it contributes to understanding the game, and some interesting statistical summaries of the Control measure over 15 years and hundreds of Tests.
Read Sidharth Monga's review of Chennai Test featuring the control measure here
The episode was recorded on February 12, 2021.
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2021-02-121h 0981 All Out - A Cricket PodcastWhen Cook and Co. did the unthinkable - England in India 2012-13Click here to support 81allout on Ko-Fi
In this episode, we look back to England's tour to India in 2012-13.
England had not won a series in India since 1984-85 and they began the tour as underdogs - especially after a heavy defeat in the first Test in Ahmedabad. The turnaround began in Mumbai â thanks to some splendid spin bowling followed by hundreds from Alastair Cook and Kevin Pietersen â and England went on to defy expectations in the final two Tests.
Talking Points:
England's tours to UAE and Sri Lanka before the India...
2021-02-101h 1681 All Out - A Cricket PodcastA tragicomedy called 36 all outWe process India's 36 all out in the Adelaide Test. Was it a tragedy? Or a dark comedy? Is it even something that can be explained?
Talking Points:
The visceral shock that accompanies a rapid collapse
Pain, grief, and decades-long hurt
How does the emotional reaction to 36 all out compare with 81all out?
The deadly duo of Cummins and Hazlewood
How cricketing narratives are so batsmen-focused
The role of luck in every single cricketing event
The great Indian heartbreaks from years past
Chennai '99, Kolkata '99, Barbados '97
The discourse that accompanies a batting collapse - and...
2020-12-201h 0681 All Out - A Cricket PodcastSledges, brawls, and epic contests: the Tamil Nadu - Karnataka rivalry in the Ranji TrophyWe are thrilled to be joined by two former India cricketers - Hemang Badani and Vijay Bharadwaj.
Hemang and Vijay enjoyed stupendous domestic careers and took part in some of the most memorable Tamil Nadu - Karnataka contests in the Ranji Trophy. There was no shortage of banter and competition when we paired them up for this podcast.
Talking points:
Their first memories of playing against their arch-rivals
The day when Karthik Jeshwant told Vijay Bharadwaj about the importance of scoring against Tamil Nadu
The Ranji final in 1996 - when Karnataka piled on a...
2020-09-2859 min81 All Out - A Cricket Podcast'2005 to 2007 was a special period for Bangladesh' - Shahriar Nafees unpluggedIn our latest episode of the podcast we chat with former Bangladesh Test cricket Shahriar Nafees and ESPNcricinfo journalist Mohammad Isam.
Talking points:
Street cricket in Dhaka
Legends of tape-tennis cricket
The value of age-group cricket in Bangladesh
The period when cricket started to overshadow football in Bangladesh
Memories of cricket from the 1990s
The Fatullah Test against Australia in 2006
A heady period for Bangladesh between 2005 and 2007
The pressure of having to live up to expectations
Participants:
Shahriar Nafees
Mohammad Isam (@isam84)
Siddhartha Vaidyanathan (@sidvee)
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2020-08-041h 06ESPNcricinfo Stump Mic PodcastStump Mic IQ: When seasoned quizzers clashIs a shock on the cards in Sreshth v Annanya (2:49), a match-up between two familiar rivals? This episode of Stump Mic IQ also features Round 1 clashes between Suketu and Isam (20:11) and Mathew v Saurabh (36:45) as Gaurav and Karthik test the best at ESPNcricinfo on all things cricket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-07-2650 minESPNcricinfo Stump Mic PodcastPresenting Stump Mic IQGaurav and Karthik test the very best at ESPNcricinfo on all things cricket. Match-ups on the inaugural episode of Stump Mic IQ are:Shashank v Debayan (3:16)Shamya v Himanshu (20:31) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2020-07-0933 min81 All Out - A Cricket Podcast'I have found my love for the game in the last couple of years' - Abhinav Mukund interviewIn our latest episode of the podcast we talk to Abhinav Mukund, who has played seven Tests for India and recently became only the second batsman from Tamil Nadu to cross 10,000 first-class runs.
Abhinav has not shied away from expressing his views on matters as important as mental health and colourism. In a wide-ranging chat, he opens up about matters both cricketing and non-cricketing and reveals a maturity that belies his years.
Talking points:
Formative experiences around cricket
The teenage prodigy Abhinav
A triple-hundred at the age of 18
The India call-up
Tours to West...
2020-06-231h 1581 All Out - A Cricket PodcastGhostwriting for Imran, beach-cricket with Viv, working for Pataudi - interview with Mudar PatheryaOur special guest this week is Mudar Patherya, a cricket writer for Sportsworld magazine through the 1980s - before he moved on to other interests.
Across five trips to Pakistan, visits to Sharjah, a tour to West Indies, and several assignments within India - Mudar made a name for himself as one of the finest writers on the game. The more we listened, the more we were convinced that he was the 'Forrest Gump of cricket' in the '80s.
Talking Points:
Covering India's tour to Pakistan in 1982-83
The fascination with Abdul Qadir
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2020-06-042h 16
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