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Batta FastDebating the Legacy of 90s Pakistan Cricket with Osman Samiuddin - Episode 8100:00 Hafeez, Rashid and Legacy of 90s Cricket Players03:57 The Impact of 90s Cricket on Modern Perceptions10:36 Cultural Significance of 90s Cricket14:44 Corruption and Instability21:37 Why the 90s were an era of decline30:04 The Lost Tournaments of the 90s39:14 The Impact of County Cricket on Pakistani cricket43:47 13 Captaincy changes in 3 years!52:01 Late-Era Wasim CaptaincyFollow us on Youtube!2025-03-151h 00
The Pakistan ExperiencePCB, Journalism and Babar Azam - What is wrong with Pakistan Cricket? - Osman Samiuddin - #TPE 424Osman Samiuddin comes on The Pakistan Experience to breakdown what is wrong with Pakistan Cricket.On this deep dive podcast we discuss Jason Gillespie vs Aqib Javed, Coaches, Mentors, Mohammad Hafeez vs 90s kay londay, Ex cricketers on TV, talent in Pakistan, Injuries, Fitness, Babar Azam, Saya Corp, Azam Khan, Abdullah Shafique and Osman Samiuddin answers all your questions.Osman Samiuddin is a journalist, the senior editor at Cricinfo and the author of the book, 'The Unquiet Ones'.The Pakistan Experience is an independently produced podcast looking to tell stories about Pakistan through conversations. Please consider supporting us on...2025-03-122h 25
Batta FastRanking the Greatest ICC Event Performances by Pakistani players - @sportingmyths - Episode 80Back with the @sportingmyths crew, we debate the GOAT ICC event performances. Before anyone gets too senti, the nominations and seedings were done kafi arbitrarily, because the intention was to just discuss some great performances. Fakhar Zaman vs India 2017Mohammad Amir vs India 2017Shahid Afridi vs South Africa, 2009Inzamam ul Haq vs New Zealand, 1992Wasim Akram vs England, 1992Babar Azam vs New Zealand, 2019Rambo vs New Zealand, 1992Misbah ul Haq vs India, 2007Follow us on Youtube!2025-03-111h 07
Batta FastThe Osman Retirement Episode - Episode 78Just in time for the incredible disappointment of a winless home tournament, Osman Samiuddin announces his totally final (unless need of nation arises) absolutely complete retirement from the show.00:00 Introduction and Context of the Podcast01:49 Osman's Departure 05:18 Pakistan Cricket - can it really die?10:27 That hockey wala trauma 15:15 How Pakistan has stumbled into every major win22:00 Was the Misbah era worse?30:59 The issues in this era35:46 Has the PCB almost always sucked?40:10 How does Pak cricket survive the scary future?49:52 Why ex-cricketers need self-awarenessFollow us on...2025-02-281h 02
Batta Fast[Re-upload] WI Thrash Pakistan - The Jinx Comes True - feat. Backward Point - Episode 7800:00 Introduction to Backward Point01:29 Discussing the defeat04:47 Babar Azam's Performance07:36 Challenges in Pakistan's Batting10:27 Issues with Domestic Cricket Conditions12:08 Inability to Dismiss Lower Order Batsmen21:52 AqibBall and Long-term Planning29:36 Is the Spin Approach Fun?31:16 How to Sustain Test Cricket36:37 Flaws in the World Test Championship40:41 Fan Experience in Pakistan49:23 Press Box Dynamics Follow Backward Point on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/@UCGHVj4AgR2FBB0slp2VOyuwFollow us on Youtube!2025-01-281h 03
Batta FastWI Thrash Pakistan - The Jinx Comes True - feat. Backward Point - Episode 7800:00 Introduction to Backward Point01:29 Discussing the defeat04:47 Babar Azam's Performance07:36 Challenges in Pakistan's Batting10:27 Issues with Domestic Cricket Conditions12:08 Inability to Dismiss Lower Order Batsmen21:52 AqibBall and Long-term Planning29:36 Is the Spin Approach Fun?31:16 How to Sustain Test Cricket36:37 Flaws in the World Test Championship40:41 Fan Experience in Pakistan49:23 Press Box Dynamics Follow us on Youtube!2025-01-281h 03
Batta FastRanking (Almost) Every Pakistan Cricket Song Ever - Episode 7700:00 Introduction to Anthems03:00 Bol Qalandar Banger06:00 Analysis of Ali Zafar's Anthems 11:27 Arif Lohar and The Funniest Anthem Story18:05 The Lahore Qalandars' Unique Sound23:54 Desi Hip Hop's Emergence in PSL and the Naseebo Song27:02 The Karachi Kings' Anthem HateWatch30:04 Many Generic Songs41:23 Exploring the Impact of PSL Anthems45:13 How Soch adds to Islamabad United's Vibe49:39 DJ Bravo and the Iconic Gladiators Anthem52:36 The Nostalgia of Classic Cricket Songs55:45 The Legacy of Tu Hai Kahan01:03:12 The Influence of Abraar-ul-Haq's Zor Laga Ke Haiyya01:10:18 The Legendary Bhoom Bhoom S...2025-01-251h 14
Batta FastThank you Aqib Javed - Spin is Spin Yaar - Episode 7600:00 Pakistan's Historic Test Victory02:46 Bowling Strategies and Player Performances06:04 The Role of Spinners09:03 Aqib Javed's Coaching Impact15:09 World Test Championship and the Future of Test Cricket38:12 Cricket's relationship with ecology45:50 Pakistan's Home Advantage Strategy51:27 The Terrible Calendar for Pakistan56:24 Reflections on the World Test Championship Cycle01:01:00 Realising we have jinxed PakistanFollow us on Youtube!2025-01-201h 01
Batta FastWhitewashed Again - The Pakistan Injury Curse - Two Tier WTC - Afghanistan Boycott - Episode 7500:00 Introduction and Context of Pakistan's Cricket Performance01:14 Analysis of Recent Matches and Player Performances04:49 Pakistan's Injury Curse08:59 Evaluating Pakistan's Test Team Consistency13:02 Is Pakistan really a fast bowling country?26:30 Pakistan cricket's mismanagement of bowlers24:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts on Team Development33:13 The Two-Tiered World Test Championship Debate49:53 The Hypocrisy of the Afghan cricket boycott callsFollow us on Youtube!2025-01-111h 02
Batta FastHeartbreak in Centurion - PAK v SA 1st Men's Test Review - Episode 7400:00 Intro00:29 Abbas's Travolta-like comeback06:01 Analyzing Abbas's Bowling Performance08:50 Abbas's changing pace 12:08 Celebrating like Shaiby26:00 Rabada and Naseem's spells29:49 Rabada vs Bumrah and Cummins35:42 Race and Class Privilege in South African Cricket36:53 South Africa's Incredible Journey to the WTC Final40:44 The Big Three's Dominance of ICC Events43:02 The Media's Role in Cricket Narratives45:22 Recognising players outside of the Big 354:58 Why this match was a rare tragedy in SA01:00:34 Empathising with ShanFollow us on Youtube!2024-12-311h 02
Batta FastSweeping in South Africa - Saeed ka Suna Tha, Saim ko Dekha Hai - PAK vs SA Men's ODI review - Episode 7300:00 Celebrating the sweep02:53 Shaheen finds his form09:46 On the circle of Love, Saim & Saeed 19:49 Comparing Generations: Saeed Anwar and Saim Ayub29:57 Sufyan, Salman and other Solid Performers33:49 Why doesn't South Africa hurt as much as Australia?40:00 Pakistan and the WTC Final39:07 Pakistan's Chances Against South Africa46:13 How to win in SA52:03 Do Bilaterals matter?57:48 How the Rizwan era might be differentFollow us on Youtube!2024-12-261h 01
Batta FastSex of Saim - Salman Ali Bevan - Pakistan vs South Africa Men's T20s & 1st ODI - Episode 7200:00 Easy Ho Ja03:04 Ahmer’s nightly fantasy05:52 Saim Ayub: Dekha Na Tha15:10 Salman Ali Agha: The Unsung Hero21:05 Pak record in SA30:05 Agha’s superb spin36:53 Rizwan’s captaincy44:56 Gillespie resignation54:12 The fkn Champions TrophyFollow us on Youtube!2024-12-1959 min
Batta FastPAK v SA Test squad, Sadness of Shaheen, Champions Trophy drama - Episode 71 - Batta Fast ManjanPakistan's men's squad for the tour to South Africa featured the omission of Shaheen Afridi, a development that was more sad than shocking. We debate the rest of the squad, and then get into the absolute sh*tshow that has been the Champions Trophy hosting crisis.00:00 Reflections on Pakistan's Test Squad05:52 The Future of Shaheen Afridi's Career09:13 Do Tests still offer the same legacy as white-ball?14:50 Why Pakistan is a graveyard for bowlers17:51 Sajid Khan's Exclusion and Its Implications20:55 Hope for Mohammed Abbas's Return31:26 More complaints about how we've ruined our...2024-12-051h 03
Batta FastPatreon Q&As 3 - Who was the best player in each decade, what will happen to the CT, and more! Episode 7000:00 Introduction to the Q&A Session01:09 Who was the best Test player in every decade from the '50s onwards?16:30 What will happen with the PCB, ICC and the BCCI in the Champions Trophy?34:06 Which bowlers should make the squad for the SA tour? 37:59 What are the pop-culture implications of 1987-era Imran Khan being present today and dating Taylor Swift?47:40 Did the recent series wins hide deeper structural problems in the men's team?51:12 How much do individuals end up influencing bilateral cricket relations between India and Pakistan?57:02 Players you thought would be g...2024-11-171h 09
Batta Fast22 Saal Baad Pakistan beat Australia - Episode 69 - Pak vs Oz ODI Review00:00 CONGRATES TO PACE LOVERS05:48 Seeing Pakistan cricket as a work of art rather than sport08:54 Haris Rauf: Pace is Pace Yaar11:59 The Game Changing Impact of Tape Ball Cricket21:20 Pakistan’s pacers rediscovering their groove22:58 Demythologising the Mighty 90s25:10 Saim Ayub and the Saeed Anwar comparisons37:42 Rizwan's Captaincy: A New Perspective47:39 Political Ramifications of the Champions Trophy01:01:27 The Future of ICC DynamicsFollow us on Youtube!2024-11-101h 03
Batta FastAqib's 11 - Episode 68 - Sajid & Noman help Aqib and Aleem Dar script epic heistRecently paroled con artist Aqib Javed is traveling around the country gathering people for his next big scheme: to rob three Tests owned by the ever ruthless English cricket team. With the aid of a right hand man named Aleem Dar, an umpire out of retirement, a Shani, a boundary dealer, a bald offie, a smooth leftie, an explosives expert, two failing openers, and a bitter casino mogul, they make up Aqib's Eleven, out to make one very big score.00:00 Celebrating an Unbelievable Victory03:10 The Context of Pakistan's Test drought06:07 The Rise of Unsung Heroes...2024-10-261h 02
Batta FastPakistan vs England 3rd Men's Test Preview - Episode 68Iss haftay hum ne episode mei title baad mei likha hai.00:00 Introduction and Match Preview02:55 Pindi pitch and the toss06:01 Gillespie ka GOAT quote14:58 Plot twist - the pitch kept lower than it turned17:52 Celebrating Sajid & Noman23:05 The challenges of captaining a 1+3 spin attack31:34 In praise of Jamie Smith40:00 Ranking both team's chances52:50 Plans for SA & WI series and revisionism on pitchesFollow us on Youtube!2024-10-2559 min
Batta FastEpisode 67 - 1348 Days Later - Pakistan vs England 2nd TestAlmost 4 years since their last test win at home, Pakistan beat England and give us a long overdue sugar rush.00:00 1348 dino ke baad03:07 Reflections on Pakistan's Win05:56 The Role of Spinners in Pakistan's Victory09:14 Sajid, Noman, Kamran, Salman & Their Contributions12:16 Analyzing Batting Performance18:07 Euphoria vs. Reality in Pakistan Cricket21:02 Critique of Management and Selection committee39:08 Why the Babar Azam dropping decision was a joke43:01 Selection as Surgery/Punishment47:17 Pak obsession with over training instead of specialised49:34 Rizwan's Excellent Keeping 01:03:20 The Dramaybaazi/Main Character Syndrome of modern s...2024-10-191h 08
Batta FastEpisode 66 - Patreon Q&As - Babar's origins, YK's rituals, Misbah v India, IK's fame and more00:00 Quick thoughts on the latest debacle05:04 Pakistani Fitness Levels and Performance Discrepancies10:11 Can you change the culture?14:51 Patreon shoutouts and Questions17:15 Famous Sledges and Weird Superstitions26:46 Why do Pak ex-cricketers slag off everyone?39:15 Under the table payments in franchise leagues40:42 The Impact of Salary Caps in Franchise Leagues41:37 Did IK miss out on fame?43:33 Team Misbah vs India46:17 Saudi Influence in Global Cricket48:32 A story on Babar Azam’s origins56:46 The Future of Test Cricket and ICC's Role01:07:55 Memorable non-Pak Cricket MomentsFollow us on...2024-10-111h 17
Batta FastEpisode 64 - Batta Fast Manjan - The CCs (Champs Connection Central Contract Camp Cup)In this episode of Bata Fast, we look at three CCs - Champions Cup, Connection Camp and Central Contracts. We also look at the less alliterative England series. 00:00 Introduction and Context of the Podcast03:05 Assad's Call for Positivity in Cricket Commentary09:03 The Nature of Journalism and Reporting11:58 CC Tournament Structure and Its Impact on Performance17:56 The Role of Central Contracts and Player Management27:09 Connection Camp39:00 Central Contracts and how no one understands their purpose53:00 Previewing the England SeriesFollow us on Youtube!2024-09-281h 05
Batta FastEpisode 63 - Batta Fast Manjan - Champions' Cup, Pak vs SA T20I series, Misbah's mentalityIn this episode, we look at the Champions Cup, what's been good about it, and what the cricket has been like. That discussion somehow became a deep dive into Misbah and his unique, nerdy approach to cricket. We then discuss Fatima Sana's strong performance in a patchy but encouraging 1-2 series loss to South Africa, and end with an overdue remembrance of the recently departed Haniya Aslam. 00:00 Introduction to Current Cricket Events02:52 Analysis of the Champions Cup06:13 Performance Insights and Player Evaluations09:04 Tournament Structure and Future Implications19:35 The Misbah segue, and trying to u...2024-09-211h 05
Batta FastEpisode 62 - 5000 Subscribers Special!First of all, thanks to Saim Salman and Waleed Ahmed.In this v long episode, we try and take every question you guys sent us this past week to celebrate our 5000 subscribers.In addition, here is the link to the Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/battafastWe will be doing a monthly version of this for our Patreons, so please do sign up!Follow us on Youtube!2024-09-101h 16
Batta FastEpisode 61 - Pakistan vs Bangladesh - The Latest Latest Worst Ever Loss, and Enter the MentorsAs predicted by us, Pakistan keep hitting new lows as Bangladesh completed a historic sweep. But our focus ended up being on the PCB's absolutely bone-headed decisions, and the existential threat faced by Pakistani cricket. 02:24 Bangladesh's Historic Test Series Win08:16 Impressive Performances by Bangladeshi Bowlers14:13 Questioning Pakistan's Leadership and Selection Decisions19:09 Concerns about Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi22:39 The Need for Strong Incentives for Test Cricket27:12 The Lack of Recognition for Test Cricket30:17 PCB's shenanigans with the Mentors32:30 Unsustainable Financial Decisions and Neglect of the PSL43:22 Imbalance Between Domestic a...2024-09-051h 05
Batta FastEpisode 60 - Pakistan vs Bangladesh - The Latest Worst Ever LossWe took a few days after the event to record this, which means we aren't at the fire and brimstone stage everyone else might be. We congratulate Bangladesh on a magnificent win, and lay out our causes for the defeat.01:04 Bangladesh's Impressive Win Against Pakistan08:44 Pakistan's Poor Performance and Team Selection14:47 Flaws in the World Test Championship Ranking System21:41 Issues with Pakistan's Pitch Preparation and Workload Management33:05 Mistreatment of Players and Lack of Support42:42 The Pressure on Shan’s Captaincy52:48 The Impact of Rhythm and Schedule on Player Performance01:02:33 The Ne...2024-08-281h 09
Batta FastEpisode 59 - The Legend of Arshad Nadeem"He is the first splash on a blank canvas, the first flick of a torchlight into the abyss. If ever an athletics legacy will be built - though don't hold your breath - it will start with him."From Osman's article: https://www.espn.com/olympics/story/_/id/40801739/paris-olympics-2024-pakistan-gold-medal-javelin-all-hail-improbable-arshad-nadeem-first-maybe-last-kindWe try our best to capture the unprecedented nature of Arshad Nadeem's Olympic record shattering moment.0:00 Arshad Nadeem's Gold medal - Pakistan's greatest sporting achievement?5:24 Overcoming obstacles - Arshad's remarkable journey9:20 Ya Ali and the folk-hero15:07 The institutional obstacles for...2024-08-1355 min
Batta FastEpisode 58 - Batta Fast Manjan - WTF is the PCB up to?We are back with a new episode and no new news or matches. So we just sit and cry about the PCB. Enjoy!0:00 The Upcoming mega season of Pakistan cricket3:10 Shan Masood's captaincy and Naseem's return7:00 The NOC brouhaha and the future of the PSL15:27 The potential of tapeball cricket20:00 Frustration with existing PCB management28:40 Mohsin Naqvi's multiple roles41:48 Why tapeball offers self-sustainability46:30 Shaheen's future and his mistreatment 53:00 Wiki's back babyFollow us on Youtube!2024-08-0455 min
Batta FastEpisode 57 - Great Pakistani Batting Innings - Inzamam ul Haq vs New Zealand, 1992Welcome to the batting sibling of our great Pakistani pace spells series! We start off with a canonical entry, Inzi's starmaking turn at the '92 World Cup semifinal.0:00 Intro03:45 Inzi's iconic innings08:36 Context for this match15:45 Jonty's runout that made fielding a genuine skill22:07 Inzi in cluth moments28:50 The 1992 World Cup and the birth of modern cricket37:50 How Inzi broke NZ's foolproof bowling 44:55 How this innings defined his reputationFollow us on Youtube!2024-07-2158 min
Batta FastEpisode 56 - Batta Fast at the T20 World Cup - India WIN - Bumrah's GOAT statusFinally, the Indian team wins an ICC event after having dominated the world game for so long. We give the team their flowers, marvel at the way Bumrah has silenced all doubters, do the blasphemy of comparing him to Wasim, and consider the tactics and choking allegations from a fantastic final.Follow us on Youtube!2024-07-0257 min
Batta FastEpisode 55 - Batta Fast at the T20 World Cup - Afghanistan's Magical Run and cricket's greatest injuryWe can't stop gushing over Afghanistan's wonderful run to the semifinals, including a reflection on Mohammad Nabi's Hall of Fame career, and the greatest injury in cricket history.1:00 Reviewing the group stages and celebrating Afghanistan's magical run6:30 Gulbadin's magnificent, iconic injury10:30 Afghanistan's winning tactics14:00Mohammad Nabi's GOAT career32:00 South Africa's atypical run37:00 Previewing the semifinals39:00 Rohit's incredible transformation42:00 Hope for rain-free matches45:00 Expectations for the finalsFollow us on Youtube!2024-06-2649 min
Batta FastEpisode 54 - Batta Fast at the T20 World Cup - Tournament Review and ranking Pak's worst ICC eventsAs our period of massive viewcounts (lol) ends before it really began, we review a depressing campaign, outline the many causes for failure, and end up ranking the worst ICC events for the Pakistan's men's team this century.0:30 Batta Fast revenue streams destroyed2:00 Babar's captaincy, the fallout, the tactical issues11:00 Why PSL success hasn't translated for this team18:00 A look at PCB's mystifying selection process22:00 Disastrously unstable era at the PCB24:20 "Even for Pakistan cricket, this is a wild era"36:00 Reviewing this tournament in light of others37:30 Ranking the...2024-06-181h 05
Batta FastEpisode 53 - Batta Fast at the T20 World Cup - Ghum Hour ContinuesWhat a delightfully horrible way to lose to India. We discuss the causes of the defeat, Pakistan's stagnant development, the clusterf**k that is the PCB, and India's own batting woes.0:00 Intro and why Pakistan lost3:30 Has Pakistan's core stagnated?14:00 Why Pakistan's batting is not fit for purpose25:15 How the bowlers have evolved more than batters36:16 From Wahab to Mohsin, a collection of unserious people44:30 India's batting struggles in T20 World Cups52:10 The professional athlete's constant need to improveFollow us on Youtube!2024-06-1256 min
Batta FastEpisode 51 - T20 World Cup PreviewWe get very excited about the upcoming T20 World Cup, including a chance to see a whole bunch of associate sides, new stars to emerge, and for good/bad mojo to decide the tournament.0:00 The boredom of creating content vs the excitement for the World Cup11:00 Unique stories from the associate sides and potential for upsets25:00 Pakistan, West Indies & Sri Lanka - Aar ya Paar sides28:00 How India's conservatism holds them back35:00 Ugh, Australia45:00 England's X-factors - Chris Jordan and Jofra Archer in the Caribbean50:00 Recapping Pakistan's squad, and charting their...2024-05-291h 02
Batta FastEpisode 50 - Batta Fast Manjan - How to think about T20sA discussion about #PAKvIRE became a long debate on what tactics should one look at in T20s, how Pakistan batting first and batting second are different teams, and what a bowler like Amir and a format like tapeball teaches us about the future of T20 cricket. Trust us, you will find this boring af.0:00 Intro02:00 The challenges of setting a target in T20s07:30 Why T20Is are not the apex of the format13:00 Understanding the value of runs and wickets in T20s30:00 Mohammad Amir's vegetarian bowling40:00 Rethinking what to...2024-05-2152 min
Batta FastEpisode 49 - Batta Fast Manjan - Bobby as Bollywood stars - Kendrick vs Drake in cricket - WT20 squadsWe are back to worship the algo, and so fittingly we have found a way to force the Kendrick Drake beef into this episode. We also take a look at what Babar can learn from Akshay Kumar and Aditya Pancholi, why Andre Russell is the GOAT, and our take on the World T20 squads.Kendrick, Drake and the 2023 World CupBabar Azam, Akshay Kumar and Aditya PancholiBobby's career at an inflection pointThe role of bowling in modern T20sDr. Sohail's resignation and PCB shenanigansT20 World Cup Contenders...2024-05-0659 min
Batta FastEpisode 48 - #PAKvsNZ F series review*puke* A terrible series that taught us nothing and made us despair a lot. We dive deep mostly into Babar, but also the larger malaise afflicting Pakistan cricket.0:00 - 5:00 Intro and whining5:00 Lack of ambition and intent11:14 Toxic national team atmosphere24:23 Babar's lack of evolution30:37 Did we learn anything at all?Follow us on Youtube!2024-04-2749 min
Batta FastEpisode 47 - Batta Fast Manjan - A history of Pakistan cricketers in Cola adsTo celebrate the star turn by Naseem Shah in his new ***** ad, we decide to take a look back at some of the iconic cola adverts starring Pakistani players. Thirty years of pure pop culture.Original compilation of ads: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhwhTaU14zMOsman podcast discussing War Minus the Shooting: https://www.81allout.com/2021/02/22/an-unquiet-history-an-interview-with-writer-osman-samiuddin/Ahmer article on separating art from artist: https://www.espncricinfo.com/story/ahmer-naqvi-the-mohammad-asif-enigma-913199Abid Hussain article on tape ball history (Nadeem Finger) https://www.thecricketmonthly.com/story/929545/tape-ball-tales0:55 Intro to why we aren't...2024-04-161h 04
Batta FastEpisode 46 - Batta Fast Manjan - Rambo's PCB, Shaheen's Instagram and a Champions League revivalThis week, we respond to many fan queries and do a detailed discussion of our criticism's of Ramiz Raja's stint as PCB Chairman. We also debate just how gold was Shaheen's 'don't anger me' Insta story, and discuss how a return of the franchise-based Champion's League tournament is both exciting and ridiculous.00:00 Intro and Shaheen's insta story9:53 The Chairman Rambo era37:03 What does a revival of the Champions League mean?Follow us on Youtube!2024-04-061h 06
Batta FastEpisode 45 - Batta Fast Manjan - Clown Season at the PCBWe had planned to do a data deep dive on the recent PSL, but instead we have to content with all the elite level clownery going on at the PCB. Turns out, the board changed captains and released a #wholesome press release which had never been shared with the players instead. So now, we've got one recently sacked captain back, one highly fucked over player sacked without being told why, two of the most recent successful PSL captains not even considered, and two known haters of the current captain back in the team. Of...2024-04-0148 min
Batta FastEpisode 44 - Batta Fast at the PSL - Deep Dive into ISLU's win with Rehan Part 2APOLOGIES FOR THE LATE UPLOAD ON AUDIO!Part 2 of our episode with the 3-time PSL winning General Manager of Islamabad United Rehan ul Haq. We go match by match throughout the whole magical season, charting all the ups and downs and how Islamabad's side found their way back to the top.0:00 Match 5 - Trouncing the Kings4:54 Match 6 - Rematch with Zalmi, Shadab's best PSL knock10:06 Match 7 - Losing to nemesis Lahore, rise of Faheem15:03 Match 8 - Beating Karachi, Pollard's genius, Haider's emergence18:02 Match 9 - Did Islu hit their peak when beating...2024-03-2550 min
Batta FastEpisode 43 - Batta Fast at the PSL - Deep Dive into ISLU's win with Rehan Part 1In our favourite episode ever, great friend of the podcast and 3-time PSL winning General Manager of Islamabad United Rehan ul Haq joins us. We go match by match throughout the whole magical season, charting all the ups and downs and how Islamabad's side found their way back to the top.0:00 Intro and banter4:28 Why this PSL was his proudest professional achievement7:51 The importance of team culture and how it was established at Islu21:11 Match 1 - Beating Qalandars at home25:41 Match 2 - Losing to Multan, Shadab as captain and Naseem as sexpot superstar2024-03-2155 min
Batta FastEpisode 41 - Batta Fast at the PSL - Midseason ReviewGuess who's back? We take a look at each of the PSL sides and how their seasons have gone 8 games in. From realising that Karachi Kings, not Lahore, are the worst PSL side ever to getting excited about everyone from Saim Ayub and Khwaja Nafay to Hunain Shah and Arif Yaqoob, we cover all the highs and lows of the season so far.0:00 Intro1:39 Lahore Qalandars - the funnest team in the PSL10:51 Karachi Kings - the absolute worst thing about Karachi21:26 Islamabad United - wait, why are these guys not good?31:20 Peshawar Z...2024-03-061h 00
Batta FastEpisode 37 - Batta Fast at the PSL - #MSvIUA match that was over in the first powerplay, or a slow-burning thriller? Ahmer and Osman can't agree on how to frame Multan's win over a lacklustre Islamabad.You can also watch the show on https://begin.watch, an upcoming, premium OTT platform called #Begin.0:00 Why Ahmer hated this match1:45 Why Osman enjoyed it4:52 Multan's efficiency6:42 Where was Shadab?10:36 Multan's dominance at home12:38 Why is the fielding so bad?14:19 Power RankingsFollow us on Youtube!2024-02-2017 min
Batta FastEpisode 36 - Batta Fast at the PSL - Match 4 #LQvQGThe two-time winners are now two-time losers. Lahore slump to another defeat as Quetta looks rejuvenated.You can also watch the show on https://begin.watch, an upcoming, premium OTT platform called #Begin.00:00 Intro and Khwaja Nafay mania2:46 That PSL time of the year4:28 Jahandad and the joy of PSL6:15 Enjoying these moments for what they are7:21 Nafay's viral ride9:38 Cricket's toxic babay11:00 Lahore's multiple concerns13:10 Haris's form14:00 Part-time keeper or specialist?16:30 Lahore's potential17:30 Sahibzada vs SelfieFollow us on Youtube!2024-02-1919 min
Batta FastEpisode 35 - Batta Fast at the PSL - Match 3 #MSvKKSo we get that boring, one-sided blowout match early. Multan looked to have scored below par before proving that was enough for two Karachi chases.You can also watch the show on https://begin.watch, an upcoming, premium OTT platform called #Begin. Follow us on Youtube!2024-02-1816 min
Batta FastEpisode 34 - Batta Fast at the PSL - Match 2 #PZvsQGOnce the marquee matchup of the league, both teams now seem to be in the midst of new chapters.You can watch the show on https://begin.watch, an upcoming, premium OTT platform called #Begin. 0:00 - 1:21 Intro1:22 - 2:21 Regeneration of Quetta2:22 - 3:33 Peshawar's struggles3:34 - 5:11 Saffy bhai and giving the kids a chance5:12 - 12:31 Karachi's evolving school of batting, and Hanif Malik's impact12:32 - 14:27 Peshawar's confounding tactics14:28 - 17:06 Abrar's bowling and celebration17:07 Power rankingsFollow us on Youtube!2024-02-1820 min
Batta FastEpisode 33 - Batta Fast at the PSL - Match 1 #LQvIUWelcome to Batta Fast's coverage of PSL9. We will be doing a post-match show for every game of this year's PSL, with the episodes being hosted on our Youtube page, as well as on an upcoming, premium OTT platform called #Begin. You can also watch this show on https://begin.watchFollow us on Youtube!2024-02-1718 min
Batta FastEpisode 32 - Batta Fast Manjan #4 - 2023 in ReviewFriend of the podcast, founder of the Five Rupees blog, and itinerant cricket columnist for Dawn, Ahsan Butt joins the show to discuss the year that was in Pakistan cricket. Follow us on Youtube!2024-01-2344 min
Batta FastEpisode 31 Batta Fast Manjan #3 - Millennial vs Gen Z fans | T20 World Cup thoughts | #NZvPAKTwo great cricket writers, Rameen (@rameenwhile) and Raiyan (@CricCritic2) join the show to discuss the two games from the New Zealand series, their thoughts on the T20 World Cup, and their take on how older cricket fans view the game.Read this beautiful take by Rameen on Sundays and cricket: https://medium.com/@rameensalman/on-sundays-and-cricket-410620ed02d5Here's a fascinating article by Raiyan on Pakistan's ideal T20 batterhttps://medium.com/@raiyan201/pakistans-ideal-t20-batter-4554848a481Follow us on Youtube!2024-01-1453 min
Batta FastEpisode 30 | #AUSvPAK 3rd Test, 3rd Day Review | Micro-dosing khushiyan | Sexy Saim | Aamer DangerAs closely fought as a whitewash can get, Shan Masood's team continues to put in some of the best performances by Pakistan in Australia, admittedly a low-bar. We discuss Jamal's heroics, Saim's sexiness, and the joys of test cricket.Follow us on Youtube!2024-01-0536 min
Batta FastEpisode 29 | #AUSvPAK 3rd Test 1st Day Review | Why Pak batting isn't that bad | Aamer Jamal's intentOn an eventful first day of the final Test of the tour, Pakistan put up a fighting total despite an early morning collapse. But as discussed here, its the bowling that has led to more heartbreaks than the batting.Follow us on Youtube!2024-01-0330 min
Batta FastEpisode 28 | #AUSvPAK Day 3 Review | The romance of late night cricket |The rituals of jinxingIn a solo episode, Ahmer discusses how cricket creates stories of hope and glory in our minds; the pleasure of watching in the dark with friends on Whatsapp; and knowing when the good old days end and the loss begins.Follow us on Youtube!2023-12-2827 min
Batta FastEpisode 27 | #ausvpak 2nd Test Preview | Rizwan over Saffy | Injury WoesAs Pakistan prepares to play the second test of its Australian tour, we preview what looks like a very bleak test match.Follow us on Youtube!2023-12-2527 min
Batta FastEpisode 26 - #AUSvPAK 1st Test review | Pakistan's batting | Lyon's 500th | Cricket's disparitiesAs Australia thrash Pakistan inside four days, we review the abject batting failure, the context of Lyon's 500 wickets, and an impassioned discussion on how cricket fails its poorer teams.Follow us on Youtube!2023-12-1754 min
Batta FastEpisode 24 - Batta Fast Manjan #2 - PSL Draft reviewThe golden delicious Imran Ahmed Khan returns to join us in reviewing the latest PSL Draft, as well as the future of the league.Follow us on Youtube!2023-12-1431 min
Batta FastEpisode 23 | Understanding the draft | Imran Ahmad KhanOne of Pakistan cricket's great unsung heroes and a close friend of the podcast, Imran Ahmad Khan draws upon his experience as the former Head of Player Acquisition & Management at the PSL to help break down the league's draft process.Follow us on Youtube!2023-12-1138 min
Batta FastEpisode 22 - Batta Fast Manjan #1 - Previewing Pakistan Tour of Oz | Shan Masood's captaincy | Pakistan's bowling | Hafeez and Wahab's mastiIntroducing our Manjan series, where each episode sells the manjan around Pakistan cricket these days. In this episode, we preview Pakistan's tour of Oz, get cautiously excited by the prospect of Shan Masood's captaincy, worry about Pakistan's bowling, and take a look at the double standard masti from Hafeez and Wahab.Follow us on Youtube!2023-11-2955 min
Batta FastEpisode 21 - Batta Fast at the World CupWe debate India's knockout record, the toss and the pitch, Australia's unreal performance(s), and takeaways for a few others.Follow us on Youtube!2023-11-241h 05
Batta FastEpisode 20 - Batta Fast at the World Cup - | #INDvAUS review | Dozakh ke shehzaday win yet again#INDvAUS review - Dozakh ke shehzaday win yet againFollow us on Youtube!2023-11-1919 min
Batta FastEpisode 17 - Batta Fast at the World Cup#PAKvENG but really a #CWC23review for Pakistan - it's all overFollow us on Youtube!2023-11-1255 min
Batta FastEpisode 16 - Batta Fast at the World Cup#PAKvNZ review - this f***ing team... Follow us on Youtube!2023-11-0439 min
Batta FastEpisode 15 - Batta Fast at the World CupPakistan's semifinal chances, #PAKvBAN review, #NZvRSA review, #PAKvNZ preview, and calling out a shambolic PCBFollow us on Youtube!2023-11-0344 min
Batta FastEpisode 14 - Batta Fast at the World Cup#PAKvRSA review - dil tooooootsFollow us on Youtube!2023-10-2717 min
Batta FastEpisode 13 - Batta Fast at the World Cup#PAKvAFG review - absolute domination by Afghanistan. Shoaib Naveed aka Silly Tiddy aka PSL Daddy replaces Osman as we discuss Pakistan's woeful bowling, Babar's costly captaincy, and Afghanistan's class and composure.Follow us on Youtube!2023-10-2324 min
Batta FastEpisode 12 - Batta Fast at the World CupAustralia - shaitaan ki pasandeeda team.Follow us on Youtube!2023-10-2020 min
Batta FastEpisode 11 - Batta Fast at the World Cup#PAKvIND review - ronay walay ke ronay ka waqt shurroo. We discuss the stunning collapse, how it rates in the all time rivalry, how boring this match was, and why there is a limit to hoping for a method to the madness.Follow us on Youtube!2023-10-1432 min
Batta FastEpisode 10 - Batta Fast at the World CupSOMETIMES ITS CRAMPS, SOMETIMES ITS ACTINGFollow us on Youtube!2023-10-1028 min
Batta FastBatta Fast at the World Cup - Episode 2We discuss #PAKvNED, and how Pakistan played down to its opponents, how Saud Shakeel was an absolute revelation, and how we feel about Shadab and Hasan Ali's bowling.Follow us on Youtube!2023-10-0618 min
Batta FastEpisode 10 - Batta Fast at the World CupWelcome to our special series of shows for the World Cup!In episode 1, we dig into possibly the most underwhelming start to any major tournament ever. We break down the one-sided domination of New Zealand in the opener, and we do the hope-churning task of previewing Pakistan's chances at this tournament Watch out for episodes after every Pakistan match, as well as the knockouts.Follow us on Youtube!2023-10-0626 min
Batta FastEpisode 9 - The Waqar Younis InterviewBatta Fast continues to host fast bowling royalty, as one of the greatest to ever do it joins the show. We talk to Waqar Younis about his greatest spells, what it felt like to miss out on the 1992 World Cup and his comeback from injuries, and his relationships with Wasim, Imran and others.Watch the show: https://youtu.be/1QgjgkHYIpkFollow us on Youtube!2023-10-0259 min
Batta FastEpisode 8 - Junaid Khan vs India, Chennai 2012The most requested spell ever since this podcast began, we recap Junaid Khan's brilliant, and hugely underrated spell against India in a forgotten bilateral series. We cover the many lows and few highs of Junaid's career, the absurdity of this tour, and spend some time with Mirza Ghalib.Watch: https://youtu.be/50ahHdTqYYcFollow us on Youtube!2023-09-1855 min
Batta FastEpisode 7: The Wasim Akram InterviewThe Sultan of Swing, the greatest left-armer in cricket history, the GOAT Wasim Akram joins Ahmer and Osman to discuss his favourite wickets and memories, his moral responsibility for making an an entire generation get the burger cut hairstyle, and what it was like bowling with Waqar, Imran and Shoaib.Watch episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=waHpU4Or1dcFollow us on Youtube!2023-09-0449 min
Batta FastEpisode 6 - Waqar Younis vs South Africa, Durban 1993Peak Waqar, peak Haal, peak Pakistan. A slightly forgotten spell of a slightly overlooked genius, this reverse swing devastation of South Africa was perhaps Waqar at his most ferocious. We pick apart what made this spell special, and dissect everything from Waqar's swag and style to his injuries and decline. Follow us on Youtube!2023-08-2159 min
Bits and Pieces : The friendliest cricket podcastEp 84: PiPY -- Peace is Peace Yaar
Writer, Podcaster and all-round pop culture connoisseur Ahmer Naqvi joins the Bits and Pieces gang for Episode 84, where they exchange notes about growing up on either side of the border, Imran and Javed to Wasim and Waqar, why Bombay and Karachi are worlds apart, and briefly even entertain the fantasy of a reunified India - Pakistan XI.Follow us on twitter.com/bnp_cricketAhmer: twitter.com/karachikhatmalSrinath: twitter.com/srinathsripath Prashant: twitter.com/prashantdptweetTareque: twitter.com/tarequelaskarMohan: twitter.com/mohankShow Notes:1. Ahmer, Sid Monga and Osman...2023-08-131h 26
Batta FastEpisode 5 - Wasim Akram vs England, Melbourne 1992The spell that gave birth to the legend of Wasim, to a left-arm fast renaissance in cricket, and to the death of English white-ball cricket for several decades.Few moments in cricket history are as indelible as Wasim's double-wicket death strike in the final of the World Cup. We break down the spell, the legacy of Wasim's impact, and who he was before this spell changed his life, as well as ours.Follow us on Youtube!2023-08-071h 11
Good Areas PodcastWasim Akram's legacy with Osman SamiuddinOn this episode of Red Inker we explore the remarkable legacy of Wasim Akram. Our guest is Pakistan's leading writer on cricket, Osman Samiuddin. We discuss Wasim's iconic hair, his extraordinary swing bowling, post-retirement ventures, the dark cloud of match-fixing, his notable book, and cocaine.-To support the podcast please go to our Patreon page. https://www.patreon.com/user?u=32090121.If you like this podcast, you may enjoy other things I create, check them all out at https://linktr.ee/jarrodkimber.To check out my video podcasts on Youtube...2023-08-0333 min
Batta FastEpisode 4 - Mohammad Amir vs India, Oval 2017"Pakistan cricket at its best - one minute down, next minute up!"The return of the prodigal son, playing in the country where he was jailed, in an ICC final vs the eternal rivals - Mohammad Amir's tournament-winning spell in the 2017 Champion's Trophy felt like the long awaited return of the teenager caught in cricket's worst fixing scandal of the 21st century. But was it really that, and what did Amir's career mean before and after this spell? And what about all those dropped catches? We break down one of the most fascinating personalities and spells in...2023-07-171h 16
Good Areas PodcastScottish cricket's giant mess with Osman SamiuddinIn this episode of Red Inker, we delve into cricket in Scotland off the field. Our guest, Osman Samiuddin, shares insights from his feature on the topic. We discuss racism, cricket board, entrepreneurs, on-field form, amateurism, leaked messages and more Nigel Farage than you would expect-To support the podcast please go to our Patreon page. https://www.patreon.com/user?u=32090121.If you like this podcast, you may enjoy other things I create, check them all out at https://linktr.ee/jarrodkimber.To check out my video podcasts on...2023-07-1326 min
Batta FastEpisode 3 - Mohammad Asif vs India, Karachi 2006Has there ever been an enigma quite like Mohammad Asif? Even in the colourful history of Pakistan cricket, no one has quite combined both the highs and lows quite like Asif did. In a brief career punctuated by all sorts of scandals, Asif managed to mesmerise a fandom obsessed with pace by removing it from the equation. A cricketer who bowled like he was playing music, Asif's most famous spell wasn't the best example of his longform artistry. Yet in compiling a series of video game deliveries against one of cricket's most storied batting lineups, it was the sort of...2023-07-031h 04Batta FastEpisode 2 - Shaheen Shah Afridi vs India, Dubai 2021If you're a cricketer who shares the same last name as one of the country's biggest ever stars, how do you stand out of his shadow? How about a stunning opening spell that led Pakistan's men's team to its first ever victory over India in a World Cup match? Shaheen Shah Afridi was already a star when the 2021 T20 World Cup rolled around, but this spell took him to another level, the second episode in Batta Fast's discussion on favourite Pakistani pace spells.We take a look at the historic status of Shaheen's spell, the...2023-06-041h 17
Batta FastEpisode 1 - Shoaib Akhtar vs India, Kolkata 1999The first episode of our podcast kicks off a series where we discuss our favourite fast bowling spells by Pakistani players.We begin with the birth of a legend - Shoaib Akhtar's two wickets in two balls, including Sachin on a golden duck, began one of the most exciting, intriguing and dramatic careers in cricket history.We go from Bappi Lahiri to Salman Khan in trying to explain what and who Shaiby was.0 – 2:20 – Intro to the podcast2:45 – 3:40 – The spell as the Pakistani Dream: bowling two Indians, one of whom is Sachin in front of...2023-05-181h 03
The Final Word Cricket PodcastHow the BCCI plans to grab cricket's cash - with Osman SamiuddinSeason 14, Episode 13: Cricket is getting rich, which means the BCCI is getting richer. Over the last week a huge yet unsurprising story broke that India's board is angling to take a huge share of ICC revenue for itself, putting one administration above everywhere else in the world. So what? Don't they bring in that cash? Well, it's never that simple. As senior editor of ESPNcricinfo, Osman Samiuddin has been on the beat for years, and is here to explain.Support the show with a Nerd Pledge at patreon.com/thefinalwordFind previous e...2023-05-1855 minBits and Pieces : The friendliest cricket podcastEp 64: Scenes and Memes with Osman SamiuddinOsman Samiuddin, author of The Unquiet Ones and among Pakistan's greatest cricket writers, joins the gang on Episode 64 to discuss Wasim Akram, Memes, the Wasim Akram of Memes, his career as a sports writer over the best part of two decades. Two decades that have spanned a time where there was too much bilateral cricket and dosti between India and Pakistan, to a present where we're left wondering if the rest of our lifetimes will be filled only with Gambhir v Afridi in Legends League Cricket matches. Osman also takes a crack at our rapid-fire round featuring important questions...2023-03-261h 10
81 All Out - A Cricket Podcast‘He bowled balls that could not have been bowled by anyone else in history’ - Gideon Haigh on Wasim AkramIn the latest episode we talk to author and journalist Gideon Haigh about his recent collaboration with Wasim Akram on his memoir Sultan.
We talk about the process of writing the book and the challenges that Gideon had to overcome to ensure he told the story in Wasim's voice.
Talking Points:
The process Gideon followed and the contrast with On Warne
The conversations Gideon had with Imran, Dravid, Shastri, and plenty of others
Settling on a voice for the book - how people imagine Wasim will speak like
Wasim's ability to praise and slam...2022-12-191h 06
The Nightwatchman PodcastThe Mystery of CricketGuests: Tom Holland, Osman Samiuddin and Jarrod Kimber
Is cricket mysterious? Well its origins are. We sort of know where it comes from – trap ball and stick ball and other games of the middle ages. And people have been hitting things with sticks since time began. Jon and guests dig into the mysterious origins of the game and also discuss other topics such as:
Are numbers the way in which we will finally crack the mysteries of the game?
and...
The great batsman have mystique, but only the bowlers truly have my...2022-05-1859 min
Bits and Pieces : The friendliest cricket podcastEp 19: Lorem Ipsum 3D BiryaniEpisode 19 - The one where PGK, Srinath, and Nitin talk about everything except actual cricketing action. Ft. Brendon McCullum's elevation to England coach, Ambati Rayudu's latest retirement comedy, a deep-dive into the best and the worst ads that we are being subjected to during the IPL broadcast, Virat Kohli's tragi-comic season, Pakistan's Haal and RCB's Haalath.
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Nitin: https://twitter.com/knittins
PGK: https://twitter.com/peegeekay
Srinath: https://twitter.com/srinathsripath
Notes:
The bails brouhaha ft. Chahal, Shaz and Manjrekar: https://www.espncricinfo.com/story/ipl-2022-no-need-for-bails-anymore-yuzvendra-chahal-advocates-rule-change-after-david-warner-non-dismissal-1314810
Ishant Sharma's award-worthy Rupay ad: https://www.youtube.com/w...2022-05-1552 min
Know Time#41: Pakistan Cricket & History ft. Osman SamiuddinESPNcricinfo editor Osman Samiuddin talks about the importance of cricket when he was growing up in Saudi Arabia, cricket's link to Pakistan's culture, haal, role of analytics in cricket, Wasim Akram, Brian Lara and Shane Warne.Osman: https://twitter.com/OsmanSamiuddinSUPPORT:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/knowtimeCONNECT:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-937lA3_s2g5AxdpKQjVgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowtimetofly/Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/shalajlawania/Twitter...2022-05-141h 19
Pakistan Cricket PodcastEpisode 1: The Return of the Aussies with Gideon Haigh and Osman Samiuddin (Preview of the Australian tour of Pakistan)In this episode, I am joined by two of my favorite journalists—Gideon Haigh and Osman Samiuddin—to discuss the return of the Aussies to Pakistan. We preview the tour, and discuss the history of the rivalry between Pakistan and Australia.
Gideon Haigh is an Australian journalist and non-fiction writer based in Melbourne, Australia. He has written far too many books for me to list here, but I will mention his latest non-fiction book, The Night Was a Bright Moonlight and I Could See a Man Quite Plain, which is a true story about an Edwardian cricket murd...2022-02-251h 13
Oborne & Heller on CricketReporting the whole world of cricket: Osman SamiuddinOsman Samiuddin is Senior Editor at Cricinfo, the largest cricket website in the world. He is also the author of The Unquiet Ones, which during the past decade was one of a trio of epochal books on Pakistan’s cricket history. He joins the authors of the other two, Peter Oborne and Richard Heller, as the guest on their latest cricket-themed podcast.Read the full description here: https://chiswickcalendar.co.uk/episode-79-reporting-the-whole-world-of-cricket-osman-samiuddin/Get in contact by emailing obornehellercricket@outlook.com2022-02-2256 min
81 All Out - A Cricket PodcastReviving War Minus the Shooting - a chat with Osman SamiuddinIn the latest episode of the podcast we talk about how and why we set up 81allout Publishing - and the first book we released: Mike Marqusee's War Minus the Shooting. ESPNcricinfo's senior editor Osman Samiuddin joins us to discuss the classic work.
Buy War Minus the Shooting in:
India (e-copy only); USA (paperback and e-copy); UK (paperback and e-copy); Australia (paperback and e-copy); Other (paperback and e-copy)
Participants: Osman Samiuddin (@osmansamiuddin); Siddhartha Vaidyanathan (@sidvee); Mahesh Sethuraman (@cornerd)
Related: 81allout podcast on War Minus the Shooting - Part 1; 81allout podcast on th...2021-11-231h 3481 All Out - A Cricket PodcastPakistan ride on the PSL generationOur special guests this week – Hassan Cheema, the strategy manager at Islamabad United, and Ahmer Naqvi, a freelance writer on pop culture – 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 4281 All Out - A Cricket PodcastAn unquiet history: an interview with writer Osman SamiuddinSupport 81allout: http://ko-fi.com/81allout
Our special guest this week is Osman Samiuddin, a senior editor at ESPNcricinfo and author of The Unquiet Ones: A History of Pakistan Cricket.
One of the finest contemporary cricket writers, Osman has had a ring-side view of the triumphs and disappointments of Pakistan cricket over the last two decades. His match reports, profiles, and long-form features contain both a depth of research and originality of style – as well as a sense of timelessness that make them both a work of journalism as well as a draft of history.
...2021-02-221h 59
Vaguely FamiliarCricket Diaries w/ Osman Samiuddin || Episode #28In this episode, the boys sit down with the senior editor of Cricinfo, Osman Samiuddin. They talk about the ups and downs of journalism life and memorable moments one gets to see as a cricket journalist. They go deep into the doldrums of writing and talk candidly about the Pakistan Cricket team. From Babar Azam to Umar Akmal, everything was discussed. Enjoy!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/vaguelyfamiliar/message2020-11-2347 min
Sky Sports Cricket PodcastCricket Debate: England-Pakistan all-time Test XIAfter a dismal third-day washout of the second #raisethebat Test between England and Pakistan, The Cricket Debate dreamed up what an all-time combined XI between the two teams might look like, with Mark Butcher, Dominic Cork, Azhar Mahmood and Osman Samiuddin playing chief selectors.2020-08-1539 min81 All Out - A Cricket PodcastFrom Mushtaq to Misbah: a journey like none otherOur special guest this week is Nadeem F Paracha, an historian, author, and cultural critic who writes a regular column for the Dawn newspaper.
NFP, as he is fondly known, has been a keen observer of Pakistan cricket for close to half a century. Drawing on his vast knowledge of history and culture, he brings a unique perspective when writing about the game. And he adds vital context with regard to the political and social conditions that have prevailed across the years.
Talking Points:
Wasim Raja - a man ahead of his time
Pakistan's h...2020-07-021h 5081 All Out - A Cricket PodcastPakistan in 1999: the allure, the magic, and the heartbreakIt was a year when everything came together... until it fell spectacularly apart.
There was something magical about Pakistan in 1999... till they time they crumbled.
For a generation of Pakistan fans, the year 1999 meant much.
Shoaib Akhtar emerged as a force of nature.
Shahid Afridi provided a glimpse of his otherworldly powers.
Wasim Akram was poised to turn into leader of the stature of Imran Khan.
Saqlain Mushtaq spun a web around the world's best.
Saeed Anwar scaled new heights.
Abdul Razzaq was...2019-11-041h 44
Switch Hit PodcastSwitch Hit Podcast: The Redemption of Rainman SmithAlan Gardner is joined by Osman Samiuddin, Mark Butcher and Dan Brettig on the phone to discuss the 1st Test of the Ashes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2019-08-0653 min81 All Out - A Cricket PodcastThe big one: India v Pakistan in World CupsIn the latest 81allout podcast we look back at the India-Pakistan rivalry in World Cups, from 1992 to 2015.
Highlights: Miandad v More in '92, Jadeja v Waqar in '96, cricket amid war in '99, Tendulkar's three shots in '03, the greatest anti-climax in '07, Mohammad Hafeez' brain-fade in '11 and Misbah's lone hand in '15
Participants:
Ahmer Naqvi (@karachikhatmal)
Subash Jayaraman (@cricketcouch)
Siddhartha Vaidyanathan (@sidvee)
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Related reading:
The Haal of Pakistan- Osman Samiuddin
It all began in South Africa- Rahul Bhattacharya
...2019-06-111h 15
How to PakistanEpisode 17 - Osman Samiuddin The WriterIn this episode we talk to Osman Samiuddin about the process of writing, and about being a writer. We talk some more about cricket, and learn about the depth and breadth of his knowledge of cricket history, and his love for Sheffield Wednesday.
You can read Osman's book, The Unquiet Ones, by purchasing it, here: http://www.amazon.com/The-Unquiet-Ones-History-Pakistan/dp/9350298015
His epic piece on the "haal" of Pakistani cricket can be read at The Guardian website, here: http://www.theguardian.com/sport/the-nightwatchman/2014/nov/17/exploring-soul-pakistan-cricket-team-lazy-impatient-brilliant
He writes regularly about all sports, including sailing, for The National, here: http://www...2016-03-271h 02
How to PakistanEpisode 17 - Osman Samiuddin The WriterIn this episode we talk to Osman Samiuddin about the process of writing, and about being a writer. We talk some more about cricket, and learn about the depth and breadth of his knowledge of cricket history, and his love for Sheffield Wednesday.
You can read Osman's book, The Unquiet Ones, by purchasing it, here: http://www.amazon.com/The-Unquiet-Ones-History-Pakistan/dp/9350298015
His epic piece on the "haal" of Pakistani cricket can be read at The Guardian website, here: http://www.theguardian.com/sport/the-nightwatchman/2014/nov/17/exploring-soul-pakistan-cricket-team-lazy-impatient-brilliant
He writes regularly about all sports, including sailing, for The National, here: http://www...2016-03-271h 02
Couch TalkCouch Talk 14 - Osman SamiuddinIn this episode, Osman Samiuddin (Former Pakistan editor of Cricinfo and current sports writer for The National) talks about the several issues surrounding the Pakistani cricket team and its board (PCB) including the spot-fixing scandal, Afridi’s retirement, resignation of Waqar Younis from the post of coach, Shoaib Akhtar’s autobiography amongst others.2011-09-0629 min