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Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketIPL 2022 Mega Auctions: Cricket Unplugged's Review & In-Depth Analysis 10 teams bought as many as 204 players after shelling out a total of ₹551.70 crore at the mega-auction in Bengaluru. Ishan Kishan was the most expensive buy at ₹15.25 crores when MI bought the wicketkeeper-batsman back to their franchise that has won a record five titles!It was a dramatic mega auction when the auctioneer, Hugh Edmeades had to be replaced by Charu Sharma due to health reasons. Charu took over the mantle within less than thirty minutes notice & did a fabulous job! As this event is touted as the 'biggest event in the cricketing calendar' & its never easy to take...2022-02-201h 39
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketIPL 2022 Mega Auctions: Cricket Unplugged's Review & In-Depth Analysis10 teams bought as many as 204 players after shelling out a total of ₹551.70 crore at the mega-auction in Bengaluru. Ishan Kishan was the most expensive buy at ₹15.25 crores when MI bought the wicketkeeper-batsman back to their franchise that has won a record five titles!It was a dramatic mega auction when the auctioneer, Hugh Edmeades had to be replaced by Charu Sharma due to health reasons. Charu took over the mantle within less than thirty minutes notice & did a fabulous job! As this event is touted as the 'biggest event in the cricketing calendar' & its never easy to take...2022-02-201h 39
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketCricket Unplugged, Snippets: Reflections on the ICC WT20 2021 & IPL RetentionsIt has been a long while since we were able to put or stich together an episode for Cricket Unplugged. Looking at how the podcast is growing well despite lack of frequency in publishing the content was an extremely thrilling motivation to present to you all the 49th episode of this podcast & another episode of Cricket Unplugged, Snippets! On this comeback of sorts for this podcast after a lull of 3-4 months, we get co-host Sooraj and special guest Mayur Shivakumar pour their hearts out on all the current developments in the game; right from getting their p...2021-12-0237 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketCricket Unplugged's Reunion: An Open Ended conversation on all the Recent Developments in the World of CricketIt has been a while since me & Sooraj came together for a full-fledged episode on 'Cricket Unplugged' to discuss about Cricket! This reunion of sorts explores a broad variety of topics that has happened in the world of cricket in the past 3-4 months!From the apathy of seeing Sri Lankan cricket, to India fielding two separate teams due to COVID and also building up to the India-England Test series which is highly anticipated we have got everything covered in this very free flowing, open ended conversation between two cricket fanatics reconnecting!Our thoughts on...2021-07-1848 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketCricket Unplugged Snippets- Reflections on a Golden Era in Indian CricketAs we see crowds return to Cricket especially Test cricket in the recently concluded England vs New Zealand Test series where the hosts England were completely outplayed & outclassed by the Kiwis. Its a perfect way for them to head into the historic ICC WTC Finals that kicks off from June 18th. This episode is mainly focused on looking back on what has been a truly inspiring period for Indian Cricket since 2018 where they have dominated pretty much every series barring the ICC Cricket World, 2019. Virat Kohli's men have earned their right to play in the first ever IC...2021-06-1646 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketCricket Unplugged Snippets- Covering Recent Developments & Looking Ahead to the ICC WTC FinalsIt has a pretty tough time, in the past weeks to see how the second wave of COVID-19 has impacted so many people, many of whom who are part of our friends or family circles. At this time, with not much live Cricket going on & with me ramping up and intensifying content for my other podcast, 'Movies, Music & Memories' I was away for a bit. A conversation with my close friend Mayur Shivakumar who you will hear in this episode led me to publishing one episode covering all recent developments in the world of Cricket. From IPL 2021...2021-05-2636 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketCricket Unplugged's IPL 2021 Wrap Up SpecialIt has been truly traumatic to witness the nature of this second wave, especially in the past month or so in India. At a time when common citizens o the nation are struggling to get even something as basic as oxygen, questions were raised and rightly so whether IPL 2021 should carry on. As IPL 2021 has been indefinitely suspended after the bio-secure bubble burst with 4 players across franchises getting COVID positive, the question on everyone's minds is simple: Is it too little too late from BCCI to postpone such a tournament only after some players got infected?2021-05-0733 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketCricket Unplugged, Snippets- Festival Special: Our State, Our HeroesIt's that time of the year when most parts of India celebrate the beginning of a new year! And ever since the IPL has started, it adds a lot more fun & enjoyment to the festivities! So we at Cricket Unplugged decided to merge both: Festivals, albeit in times of a worrying second wave of the Coronavirus & IPL 2021! We have Sooraj, Dr Manjunath & a debutant on this podcast: Chandrakanth Sharma talk about what it means for a tournament like the IPL to take place amidst such tight, secure bio-secure bubbles. The kind of sacrifices the cricketers to bring j...2021-04-1436 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketCricket Unplugged, Snippets- IPL 2021: Fan's Special EpisodeAs we are well & truly in the midst of the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, IPL 2021 is going to be the common factor that unites everyone & takes them away from their gloom & worry! Cricket will speak loud & clear!! This special Fan's special episode of Cricket Unplugged-Snippets brings together many voices; some known voices & two debutants. It gives me immense pleasure to have my role model & guru in the broadcasting space: RJ Amit who hosts FullToss: The Voice of Cricket in America on MasalaRadio 98.7 FM where I am a Special Correspondent since the past 8-9 months on m...2021-04-0954 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketCricket Unplugged Snippets- IPL 2021, PreviewIt just feels like the other day that IPL 2020 finished successfully in rather unique circumstances in the UAE! Cricketers have spread so much joy & happiness by playing such memorable cricket in very unusual circumstances in the past year or so. This episode of Cricket Unplugged, Snippets focusses on IPL 2021 and what Cricket fans, analysts have to say about the tournament! We have to acknowledge the exemplary amount of sacrifices the players make in order to be move from one 'bio secure bubble' to another & not let the quality of Cricket dig whatsoever. Virat Kohli made a valid p...2021-04-0439 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketCricket Unplugged Snippets- India vs England, Series ReviewIt has been truly phenomenal to see that despite not being able to publish content on a regular basis in the past month or so, the popularity & eagerness to listen to the latest episode hasn't come down! In that endeavor, it's the time to make a format change & bring in more voices on the podcast! Presenting you 'Cricket Unplugged Snippets', where we get different voices talk about one common theme or topic & to spice things up there will be some music infused too! To kick off this feature of this podcast, we have Mayur Venkatesh, someone who I...2021-03-2935 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketLet Us Tell You a Kutty Story Special: Legacy of Sourav 'Dada' Ganguly- Then & NowA big part of my love & passion for the game has got to do with players who shaped my fondness for the game. One such iconic greats who will go down as someone who has shaped many people's childhood & someone we look upto is Sourav 'Dada' Ganguly!It's a pleasure to have my cousin S Badrinathan or 'Badri' recollect & talk about someone who has been instrumental in our love for the game: Sourav Ganguly. We take the listeners down memory lane by looking at the rise of India as a cricketing nation under 'Dada's' captaincy!...2021-02-1955 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketWatching Games of Cricket in a Stadium: An unparalleled & indescribable feelingFor any Cricket fan, nothing can beat the experience of watching a game in a stadium! After an especially tough year in 2020 where fans in India were starved of too much live Cricket owing to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are witnessing Cricketing action now in Indian shores with the ongoing India vs England series!Among the lucky 15,000 spectators who got the opportunity to witness India take on England on Day One of the second Test was the co-host of Cricket Unplugged & my dear mate Sooraj! I get him to share his feelings of watching the game, how...2021-02-1654 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketBorder Gavaskar Trophy 2020-2021, Series Review: The most memorable & iconic Test series in the past 30-40 years!It was a pleasure to look back on probably the best Test series in a long time!! The recently concluded India-Australia series has managed to evoke varied emotions across the globe where Test Cricket ended up as the biggest winner.In this special episode, where we look back on India's monumental achievement of winning the series 2-1 against all odds, we discuss in detail on the following points:1. The significance of India's achievement: Winning back to back Test series in Australia.2. Going from 36 All Out to the heroics at the MCG, Sydney & Gabba...2021-01-2636 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketShe-The Cricketer Special: A Freewheeling Conversation with Minoti DesaiIt's probably the biggest achievement for me as a Cricket Analyst to have the honor and luck to have had a freewheeling chat with a former cricketer for India, Minoti Desai! Not everyone has had that opportunity to have interviewed someone who has played for the country and is still as passionate about the game! In the first episode of the new year, I had the opportunity to have an amazing conversation with Minoti on a variety of topics; The rise of Women's cricket in India in the past decade, how certain aspects of Sonia's journey resembles h...2021-01-0353 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketCricket Unplugged: 2020: Wrap-Up SpecialIt has been a truly unique year, 2020 where due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the way we perceive life has changed. What matters and should matter has dramatically changed! It's a year where I was able to start this podcast with a dear mate Sooraj and it has been truly an honor to have completed 35 episodes on the podcast! So we decided to present a wrap-up special episode of 'Cricket Unplugged' wherein we give the listeners a sneak peek into how our journey has been in the year gone by both personally & professionally along with providing a detailed l...2021-01-0145 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketYour Questions, Statements & Opinions- Our TakeA significant reason for the increase in visibility & reach for 'Cricket Unplugged' is the traction and acceptance from 'Cricket Twitter'! So keeping that in mind, we decided to take lot of statements, opinions & discussions we saw on Twitter and decided to give our take in this unique episode conceptually. A great to welcome back our co-host Sooraj on the show as he was 'missing' getting my take on certain topics/statements. We discuss a list of statements/opinions that has been discussed a lot on Social Media and present our respective take on the same. Enj...2020-12-181h 11
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketIndia vs Australia, 2020: Border Gavaskar Series Trophy, Preview- Part TwoIn Part Two of the preview to the Border Gavaskar Trophy, we continue where we left off in the first part. The major highlights of what was discussed in this episode are:1. Sledging, Banter & Controversies; an integral aspect of the India-Australia rivalry over the years.2. A little bit on 'The Test' documentary on Amazon Prime. And my personal takeaways as an Aussie fan from the show.3. Analyzing India's chances in the Test Series considering Australia has a full strength squad vs India sans Virat Kohli for most part of the series.4...2020-12-1253 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketIndia vs Australia, 2020: Border Gavaskar Series Trophy, Preview-Part OneAs we build up to the Border Gavaskar series, we at 'Cricket Unplugged' have something unique to present as a preview, with Sri Hari taking on the mantle of the host with me coming on as an Australian fan!Here are some of the key highlights discussed in the first part of the preview series:1. How come I am such a big Aussie fan despite being in India and following cricket.2. Most earliest memories of watching cricket in Australia, especially India-Australia Tests.3. Three most memorable performances(batting & bowling) from India-Australia Tests...2020-12-1036 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketIndia vs Australia, 2020: Dettol ODI Series ReviewIt has been a thrilling ODI series with the likes of Steven Smith, Aaron Finch, Glen Maxwell shine for Australia to help them seal the series 2-1. India did have their own stars as well like Hardik Pandya, Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja. In this episode, we get different perspectives on this ODI series, one which saw someone like T Natarajan make his ODI debut, an inspiring story to Virat Kohli becoming the fastest player ever to cross the 12,000 run mark in ODIs! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/raghav-ravichandran/support2020-12-0342 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketIndia vs Australia, 2020: The Definitive Preview- Part TwoIn this segment of the Preview Episode to India's tour Down-Under, I have Abhinav and Manjunath and we discuss about how there is absolute lack of clarity when it comes to role definitions and selections for the LOI format for India in the Virat Kohli- Ravi Shastri regime.And we end this two part series by giving our take on Virat Kohli's decision to take paternity leave and also how certain players not being there could result in new stars shining for India or even the resurrection of some players who have not been at their best...2020-11-261h 05
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketIndia vs Australia, 2020: The Definitive Preview- Part OneIn Part one of the definitive preview to the India-Australia series which would start from November 27th, 2020 onwards, we at 'Cricket Unplugged' have two guests on our show Abhinav & Manjunath to present their thoughts on various aspects leading up to the highly anticipated series!In this segment, we get their opinion on their favorite knocks played by Indians in Australia over the years, to the 'familiarity factor' considering for the first time ever the IPL is followed by a tour down-under.And of course before ending this segment we get the guests to comment on...2020-11-2448 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketIndia vs Australia 2020: Reminiscing the most fierce & competitive rivalry in modern day CricketProbably the most heated and talked about rivalry in modern day cricket is the India-Australia contest. With India's rise as a team across formats, it has made this contest even more coveted and something every fan of the game looks upto with great level of anticipation! To talk about the memories one has of watching a game played in Australia, to looking back on some memorable contests between the two teams over the years, we have my brother Varun Ravichandran return on 'Cricket Unplugged' as a guest! He brings in a perspective of an Indian fa...2020-11-1955 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketDream11 IPL 2020 Review- Fan's Special EpisodeIt has been a truly memorable IPL 2020, with it being the most competitive of seasons in the tournament's history! For over two months, Cricket rose above all hurdles and troubles and delighted us all! The tournament was fabulously executed without too many glitches & considering the time we are in now, truly hats off Sourav Ganguly and the folks at BCCI for pulling this off so well! In this special Diwali episode of 'Cricket Unplugged', we move away from the usual conventional style of Q&A and give the mic to the fans! It's all interesting and a d...2020-11-1551 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketDream11 IPL 2020- League Stage Round-Up SpecialThis season has been truly memorable and has been the most competitive with the last qualifier being decided in the last league game speaks volume about the quality of cricket on display in the past couple of months. As we head into the business end of IPL 2020, we at 'Cricket Unplugged' have come out with a League Stage Round Up special episode. Who have been the players that have impressed the most? Who are the uncapped players that have stood out and shone in this season of the 'toughest t20'?To this we have a...2020-11-051h 21
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketDecoding CSK- Chennai Super Kings SpecialIt has been an amazing journey to get a platform to talk about and express our views on the game that's really close to our hearts! What started off as making conversations between the crew of 'Cricket Unplugged' more professional to have completed 25 episodes! It does feel good and helps us to push ourselves to deliver better content in each episode that would keep our listeners entertained, informed and engaged when they tune into this podcast. In the milestone 25th episode, we at 'Cricket Unplugged' try to decode the most popular and successful franchise in the Indian Pr...2020-10-251h 15Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketDream11 Indian Premier League(IPL) 2020- A PreviewThe most coveted and the biggest T20 carnival in world cricket- IPL is back!! After some doubts owing to COVID-19, now the stage is set for the cash rich league to kick start off in the UAE from September 19th, 2020. And quiet naturally, like everyone else we at Cricket Unplugged are eagerly waiting for the action to start!
In this episode we do a preview of our own, where we look at how this IPL could shape up sans the fans. Can the UAE and BCCI pull off such a high profile tournament blemish free? It certainly i...2020-10-2321 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketChennai Super Kings(CSK), 'Whistle Podu' and PredictionsWhat does it take to have such a loyal, close knit support base like the CSK franchise have enjoyed over the years?? Why are fans so connected with CSK despite all the trials and tribulations they went through which included their two year ban from the tournament.
Every player who is a part of CSK feels like it's a family and we have our host Sooraj pour his heart out about CSK and why he is so attached and connected with the franchise from the past twelve years!! This episode is a special tribute to all the 'W...2020-10-2338 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on Cricket'MonkeyGate' and 'SandPaper Gate'- An Aussie Fan's perspectiveCricket is a beautiful game and will continue to be so. But one can't deny that there have been certain incidents/ scandals that have presented the game in bad light. Apart from being a Cricket Analyst, I have been and continue to support the Australian cricket team. The teams under Steve Waugh's leadership and Ricky Ponting have played a defining role in my passion for the game.
In this episode, I don the hat of an Australian fan and try to present how it must have been from the other side, especially when the cricketing fraternity and m...2020-10-2342 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketIndian Premier League(IPL), Spot Fixing and Match Fixing ScandalsAs we see the biggest T20 league in the world, Indian Premier League(IPL) unfold in the UAE currently, we decided to shed light on a rather grim and dark time in the league's history that led to two franchises especially one of the most loved in the IPL, CSK being banned for two years.
We get our host Sooraj, who has been a CSK fan since the tournament's inception to provide his take on what that match fixing/betting scandal meant for ardent CSKians. How did it affect them? Did they dissociate themselves from the IPL t...2020-10-2326 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketThe Indian Captains' SpecialIn this new episode of Cricket Unplugged, we focus on Indian Captains in particular. India have had three stalwarts who have led the team with aplomb since the 2000s. Sourav Ganguly inherited the team when Indian cricket was at it's lowest ebb since I have started watching the game and his captaincy saw India rise as a force to reckon it. He didn't have the sliver-ware to prove his credentials as a skipper but the sort of impact he left on Indian cricket is unparalleled.
We then look at a MS Dhoni who took India to #1 ranking in...2020-10-2323 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketClive Llyod's Windies vs Steve Waugh's Australia- Comparing the ErasIn the latest episode of Cricket Unplugged, we get talking about two significant eras in Cricket that shaped the sport for the better: Clive Llyod's West Indies that ruled and dominated World cricket in the 1970's & 1980's and Steve Waugh's Australia that trampled oppositions across the world in the 1990's.
Can one team be better than the other? Both of us present our opinion on each side and why probably one team could rank higher than the other. We also look at an interesting proposition where we find out what a great like Sir Vivian Richards could ha...2020-10-2335 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketKerry Packer's World Series CricketCricket might have received its razzmatazz in the truest form decades later, clear hints around the same were pretty much evident during the World Series Cricket played between 1977-1979. The tournament might not have lived long but encapsulated all the contemporary facets of cricket especially that of the T20 leagues being played around the world.
Coloured kits, protective helmets, field restrictions and day-night cricket, all of which are pretty common things in modern-day cricket were all pioneered during the World Series Cricket. Fitness, which has become a must during these times of the sport being played throughout t...2020-10-2346 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketMSD, Sachin 'God of Cricket' Tendulkar and Virat KohliIn the previous episode, we at Cricket Unplugged took the listeners to what we felt are India's most iconic moments and memories in Test cricket over the years. The focus of this episode would be recollecting India's iconic performances over the years in Blues- ODIs and T20Is.
India under MSD's leadership paved the way for World glory not once but thrice. We look at how MSD's captaincy has played such an integral role in India and World cricket's growth in T20 cricket in particular as the inaugural World T20 win in 2007 led to the formation of th...2020-10-2356 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketIndependence Day Special-Celebrating India's glory in Test CricketOn the occasion of the 74th Independence Day, we decided to dedicate one episode to the cricketers who have defined India's rise in World cricket over the decades. It's a thrilling and exhilarating experience to witness these cricketers go about their work as every Indian feels connected at various levels with their favorite cricketers or the Indian team.
This episode is all about presenting our thoughts and memories of India's finest wins and performances in Test Cricket over the decades. From Sunil Gavaskar's brilliance in 1971 vs West Indies to Gautam Gambhir's superlative performance in New Zealand and e...2020-10-2350 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketDecoding the Kolpak Deal and its impact on World CricketMany of you who have been following the game must have heard about the Kolpak Deal as a result of which many prominent and talented players from especially the African cricket countries like South Africa and Zimbabwe decided to forego the pride and honor to play for their country and instead chose to move to the United Kingdom and play for English counties. The main reason stated by players who took this deal was financial security.
So then what really is the Kolpak Deal? Why has it affected cricketers from South Africa and Zimbabwe as much as i...2020-10-2345 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketLefties, Caribbean Flair and T20 LeaguesIn the last and final segment with Sri Hari, we dig into one area or aspect of the game that he's really interested in- Lefties. I found out why he rates left-handers especially left arm pacers so well, along with getting him to name his favorite players who are lefties. One name strung a chord- Irfan Pathan!
Apart from that, I also got him to give his opinion on the importance of T20Is and T20 leagues and how he spoke on our behalf when he said he hoped that Cricket doesn't become a sport ruled by T...2020-10-2340 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketR Ashwin- The Host, Mankading & Women's CricketIn this fun filled segment with our special guest from the Bay Area in the USA, we discuss about various topics that matter a lot to the both of us. It was great getting to know and get an insight into his mind on a multitude of topics, the most important being his keen interest in Women's cricket!
We ended the first segment with us sharing our personal reasons for moving away from the IPL and not following the tournament as much as we used to earlier. In this episode, we get talking about the role Umpires...2020-10-2333 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketFrom Bengaluru to the Bay AreaIn this special episode which happens to be the second episode where we get a guest on the show! It's always intriguing and interesting to know their side of the story when it comes to various topics and aspects about the game that is a common connection.
This segment focuses on the guest- my childhood friend SriHari, who is a Bangalorean at heart and is someone working in USA now. Have always found his views on the game very interesting to listen to over the years. He brings in a pragmatic point of view while discussing various asp...2020-10-2324 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketIndian Cricket League- ICLIndia's version of the controversial and path-breaking Cricket World series that happened in 1984-1985 where Kerry Packer managed to bring in the best talent from across the globe and go against the norm in all aspects was the controversial laden Indian Cricket League(ICL).
This tournament was pioneered by Subash Chandra, the head of Zee Corporation who had his own personal score to settle with the BCCI. He made BCCI and world cricket believe in the business potential of a T20 tournament that includes the best and popular players from across the globe in the two years...2020-10-2343 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketNKP Salve Challenger Series/ TrophyThere was a premier Indian domestic tournament called the Challenger series/ trophy that was played between 1999 up until 2013. This tournament was the base or platform for established Indian team players to face off against the upcoming talents. More or less what IPL is nowadays.
It was played after the culmination of the Ranji Trophy season and was mainly completed in a weeks time. It was possibly India's premier domestic 50 over tournament apart from the VIjay Hazare trophy which is an interstate competition.
This episodes deals with hat happened to the Challenger trophy? What are some of...2020-10-2343 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketDiscrimination and Bias in CricketWhat transpired before the England- West Indies test series was a stirring and heartfelt talk about the 'Black Lives Matter' campaign that shook the world of cricket. We had the former West Indian fast bowler Michael Holding break down on camera recollecting what it was like for his parents to face constant racism owing to their skin color.
In this episode, we are going to focus on the issue of Discrimination and Bias in cricket. Discrimination happens on various levels- color of skin and religion to name a few factors. We look at this very grave and s...2020-10-2341 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketThe Ravichandrans(Brothers' Special)- Part 2In the second part of this episode with my brother Varun, I get his views on some very serious issues pertaining to Cricket such as:
1. The bias against players from South Indian states; how if given a prolonged opportunity could have helped them make an larger impact on the international game.
2. Are we as Tamilians reading too much into this issue? Or are there any valid reasons to justify the treatment meted out to them? Also, a little bit about his fondness for Dinesh Karthik and why he could have been far more of a fig...2020-10-2332 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketThe Ravichandrans(Brothers' Special)- Part 1In this episode of Cricket Unplugged, I have a freewheeling chat about Cricket with someone who is instrumental in me becoming a Cricket fanatic and Analyst, my brother Varun Ravichandran. He is someone who was a Cricket freak but off late he has been following the game from a distance.
We dwell into various aspects of the game such as; How did he become a Cricket fanatic? When did Cricket mean more than just another sport for him? His thoughts on the iconic 2001 Test series between India and Australia, recollecting and going down memory lane back to o...2020-10-2329 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketUnsung Heroes of CricketIn this episode of Cricket Unplugged, the topics of discussion are the truly Unsung heroes of Cricket. How many people remember Amol Mazumdar, Wasim Jaffer, Brad Hodge, Stuart Mcgilll or a Jalaj Saxena? Is proven match-winning talent in the First Class circuit not considered as enough accomplishment to play for their countries?
In India, is playing for the IPL the only parameter for selection into the national team? Do Indian selectors really care too much about performances of players in the Ranji Trophy? Why is one fantastic IPL mean national selection and recognition?
We also d...2020-10-2342 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketFavorite Memories and Moments from ICC World CupsIn this episode of Cricket Unplugged, we get more personal and interactive. Everyone has their favorite memories, moments and performances from ICC World Cups.
Not all memories are fond, not all would evoke the same reaction from everyone who follows the game but that's the beauty of the sport and World Cups!
I present my admiration for the Minnows and how watching and looking forward to ICC Cricket World Cups to see teams from less recognized teams play on the big stage. There's also lot of interactive fun, a quiz as well to round off ou...2020-10-231h 03Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketMemorable Spells & Batting Performances from ICC Cricket World CupsIn this Podcast, we dwell into a topic that is close to every Cricket fan and is of extreme pride and importance for people who dont follow the sport- ICC Cricket World Cups. Everyone's patriotism peaks at a different level when their team plays in Cricket World Cups.
We present the most memorable spells and batting performances from ICC World Cups from the time we have been following the game. This would take the listeners down memory lane as we kindle the happiness, sadness and try to relive the drama associated to such performances that stick in p...2020-10-2341 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketOur Favorite Test Match CricketersThis is a Cricket Podcast that is hosted by Sooraj, a Cricket enthusiast and freak and me, Raghav a Cricket Analyst and fan. We discuss and get deep into topics that interest, intrigue us about the beautiful game of Cricket!
In this podcast, we let the listeners know who are our favorite Test cricketers are over the years and what makes them special and also we end this fascinating episode with a fun, interesting and tough quiz that left me pleasantly surprised!!
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We get to discussing on various aspects of this IPL such as the price tag and how that affects the performances of players, the biggest hits & misses so far in this tournament, the importance of a stabilized core to succeed in a tournament like this. ...2020-10-2354 minCricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketBreakthrough Performers of Dream11 IPL 2020Everyone knows that the IPL is the best possible platform where talent meets opportunity. The best players in the world converge in a two month T20 carnival which allows youngsters and upcoming stars to rub shoulders and share the dressing room with their idols.
One breakthrough season for their respective franchises could propel them to national glory for their countries.
In this episode, we at 'Cricket Unplugged' go in-depth into each franchise and present who are the player/players who we were keenly looking forward to perform in this IPL and who have impressed us and...2020-10-2342 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketMid- Season Review of Dream11 IPL 2020In this episode, we have a special guest, Dr V. Manjunath who goes by the twitter handle @thefallingsweep. A plastic surgeon by profession, hes a huge cricket lover and describes himself as an eternal optimist! It was great having him come onboard our podcast to do a Mid-Season review of Dream11 IPL 2020! We get to discussing on various aspects of this IPL such as the price tag and how that affects the performances of players, the biggest hits & misses so far in this tournament, the importance of a stabilized core to succeed in a tournament like this. ...2020-10-1854 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketBreakthrough Performers of Dream11 IPL 2020Everyone knows that the IPL is the best possible platform where talent meets opportunity. The best players in the world converge in a two month T20 carnival which allows youngsters and upcoming stars to rub shoulders and share the dressing room with their idols. One breakthrough season for their respective franchises could propel them to national glory for their countries. In this episode, we at 'Cricket Unplugged' go in-depth into each franchise and present who are the player/players who we were keenly looking forward to perform in this IPL and who have impressed us and...2020-10-1242 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketIndian Premier League(IPL), Spot Fixing and Match Fixing ScandalsAs we see the biggest T20 league in the world, Indian Premier League(IPL) unfold in the UAE currently, we decided to shed light on a rather grim and dark time in the league's history that led to two franchises especially one of the most loved in the IPL, CSK being banned for two years. We get our host Sooraj, who has been a CSK fan since the tournament's inception to provide his take on what that match fixing/betting scandal meant for ardent CSKians. How did it affect them? Did they dissociate themselves from the IPL t...2020-09-2524 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on Cricket'MonkeyGate' and 'SandPaper Gate'- An Aussie Fan's perspectiveCricket is a beautiful game and will continue to be so. But one can't deny that there have been certain incidents/ scandals that have presented the game in bad light. Apart from being a Cricket Analyst, I have been and continue to support the Australian cricket team. The teams under Steve Waugh's leadership and Ricky Ponting have played a defining role in my passion for the game. In this episode, I don the hat of an Australian fan and try to present how it must have been from the other side, especially when the cricketing fraternity and m...2020-09-2241 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketChennai Super Kings(CSK), 'Whistle Podu' and PredictionsWhat does it take to have such a loyal, close knit support base like the CSK franchise have enjoyed over the years?? Why are fans so connected with CSK despite all the trials and tribulations they went through which included their two year ban from the tournament. Every player who is a part of CSK feels like it's a family and we have our host Sooraj pour his heart out about CSK and why he is so attached and connected with the franchise from the past twelve years!! This episode is a special tribute to all the 'W...2020-09-1837 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketDream11 Indian Premier League(IPL) 2020- A PreviewThe most coveted and the biggest T20 carnival in world cricket- IPL is back!! After some doubts owing to COVID-19, now the stage is set for the cash rich league to kick start off in the UAE from September 19th, 2020. And quiet naturally, like everyone else we at Cricket Unplugged are eagerly waiting for the action to start! In this episode we do a preview of our own, where we look at how this IPL could shape up sans the fans. Can the UAE and BCCI pull off such a high profile tournament blemish free? It certainly i...2020-09-1620 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketKerry Packer's World Series CricketCricket might have received its razzmatazz in the truest form decades later, clear hints around the same were pretty much evident during the World Series Cricket played between 1977-1979. The tournament might not have lived long but encapsulated all the contemporary facets of cricket especially that of the T20 leagues being played around the world.Coloured kits, protective helmets, field restrictions and day-night cricket, all of which are pretty common things in modern-day cricket were all pioneered during the World Series Cricket. Fitness, which has become a must during these times of the sport being played throughout t...2020-08-2545 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketMSD, Sachin 'God of Cricket' Tendulkar and Virat KohliIn the previous episode, we at Cricket Unplugged took the listeners to what we felt are India's most iconic moments and memories in Test cricket over the years. The focus of this episode would be recollecting India's iconic performances over the years in Blues- ODIs and T20Is. India under MSD's leadership paved the way for World glory not once but thrice. We look at how MSD's captaincy has played such an integral role in India and World cricket's growth in T20 cricket in particular as the inaugural World T20 win in 2007 led to the formation of th...2020-08-1655 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketIndependence Day Special-Celebrating India's glory in Test CricketOn the occasion of the 74th Independence Day, we decided to dedicate one episode to the cricketers who have defined India's rise in World cricket over the decades. It's a thrilling and exhilarating experience to witness these cricketers go about their work as every Indian feels connected at various levels with their favorite cricketers or the Indian team. This episode is all about presenting our thoughts and memories of India's finest wins and performances in Test Cricket over the decades. From Sunil Gavaskar's brilliance in 1971 vs West Indies to Gautam Gambhir's superlative performance in New Zealand and e...2020-08-1548 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketDecoding the Kolpak Deal and its impact on World CricketMany of you who have been following the game must have heard about the Kolpak Deal as a result of which many prominent and talented players from especially the African cricket countries like South Africa and Zimbabwe decided to forego the pride and honor to play for their country and instead chose to move to the United Kingdom and play for English counties. The main reason stated by players who took this deal was financial security. So then what really is the Kolpak Deal? Why has it affected cricketers from South Africa and Zimbabwe as much as i...2020-08-1244 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketLefties, Caribbean Flair and T20 LeaguesIn the last and final segment with Sri Hari, we dig into one area or aspect of the game that he's really interested in- Lefties. I found out why he rates left-handers especially left arm pacers so well, along with getting him to name his favorite players who are lefties. One name strung a chord- Irfan Pathan! Apart from that, I also got him to give his opinion on the importance of T20Is and T20 leagues and how he spoke on our behalf when he said he hoped that Cricket doesn't become a sport ruled by T...2020-08-0939 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketR Ashwin- The Host, Mankading & Women's CricketIn this fun filled segment with our special guest from the Bay Area in the USA, we discuss about various topics that matter a lot to the both of us. It was great getting to know and get an insight into his mind on a multitude of topics, the most important being his keen interest in Women's cricket!We ended the first segment with us sharing our personal reasons for moving away from the IPL and not following the tournament as much as we used to earlier. In this episode, we get talking about the role Umpires...2020-08-0732 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketFrom Bengaluru to the Bay AreaIn this special episode which happens to be the second episode where we get a guest on the show! It's always intriguing and interesting to know their side of the story when it comes to various topics and aspects about the game that is a common connection. This segment focuses on the guest- my childhood friend SriHari, who is a Bangalorean at heart and is someone working in USA now. Have always found his views on the game very interesting to listen to over the years. He brings in a pragmatic point of view while discussing various asp...2020-08-0522 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketIndian Cricket League- ICLIndia's version of the controversial and path-breaking Cricket World series that happened in 1984-1985 where Kerry Packer managed to bring in the best talent from across the globe and go against the norm in all aspects was the controversial laden Indian Cricket League(ICL).This tournament was pioneered by Subash Chandra, the head of Zee Corporation who had his own personal score to settle with the BCCI. He made BCCI and world cricket believe in the business potential of a T20 tournament that includes the best and popular players from across the globe in the two years...2020-08-0242 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketNKP Salve Challenger Series/ TrophyThere was a premier Indian domestic tournament called the Challenger series/ trophy that was played between 1999 up until 2013. This tournament was the base or platform for established Indian team players to face off against the upcoming talents. More or less what IPL is nowadays. It was played after the culmination of the Ranji Trophy season and was mainly completed in a weeks time. It was possibly India's premier domestic 50 over tournament apart from the VIjay Hazare trophy which is an interstate competition. This episodes deals with hat happened to the Challenger trophy? What are some of...2020-07-2941 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketDiscrimination and Bias in CricketWhat transpired before the England- West Indies test series was a stirring and heartfelt talk about the 'Black Lives Matter' campaign that shook the world of cricket. We had the former West Indian fast bowler Michael Holding break down on camera recollecting what it was like for his parents to face constant racism owing to their skin color. In this episode, we are going to focus on the issue of Discrimination and Bias in cricket. Discrimination happens on various levels- color of skin and religion to name a few factors. We look at this very grave and s...2020-07-2440 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketThe Indian Captains' SpecialIn this new episode of Cricket Unplugged, we focus on Indian Captains in particular. India have had three stalwarts who have led the team with aplomb since the 2000s. Sourav Ganguly inherited the team when Indian cricket was at it's lowest ebb since I have started watching the game and his captaincy saw India rise as a force to reckon it. He didn't have the sliver-ware to prove his credentials as a skipper but the sort of impact he left on Indian cricket is unparalleled. We then look at a MS Dhoni who took India to #1 ranking in...2020-07-1822 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketClive Llyod's Windies vs Steve Waugh's Australia- Comparing the ErasIn the latest episode of Cricket Unplugged, we get talking about two significant eras in Cricket that shaped the sport for the better: Clive Llyod's West Indies that ruled and dominated World cricket in the 1970's & 1980's and Steve Waugh's Australia that trampled oppositions across the world in the 1990's. Can one team be better than the other? Both of us present our opinion on each side and why probably one team could rank higher than the other. We also look at an interesting proposition where we find out what a great like Sir Vivian Richards could ha...2020-07-1634 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketThe Ravichandrans(Brothers' Special)- Part 2In the second part of this episode with my brother Varun, I get his views on some very serious issues pertaining to Cricket such as:1. The bias against players from South Indian states; how if given a prolonged opportunity could have helped them make an larger impact on the international game.2. Are we as Tamilians reading too much into this issue? Or are there any valid reasons to justify the treatment meted out to them? Also, a little bit about his fondness for Dinesh Karthik and why he could have been far more of a fig...2020-07-1231 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketThe Ravichandrans(Brothers' Special)- Part 1In this episode of Cricket Unplugged, I have a freewheeling chat about Cricket with someone who is instrumental in me becoming a Cricket fanatic and Analyst, my brother Varun Ravichandran. He is someone who was a Cricket freak but off late he has been following the game from a distance. We dwell into various aspects of the game such as; How did he become a Cricket fanatic? When did Cricket mean more than just another sport for him? His thoughts on the iconic 2001 Test series between India and Australia, recollecting and going down memory lane back to o...2020-07-1128 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketUnsung Heroes of CricketIn this episode of Cricket Unplugged, the topics of discussion are the truly Unsung heroes of Cricket. How many people remember Amol Mazumdar, Wasim Jaffer, Brad Hodge, Stuart Mcgilll or a Jalaj Saxena? Is proven match-winning talent in the First Class circuit not considered as enough accomplishment to play for their countries?In India, is playing for the IPL the only parameter for selection into the national team? Do Indian selectors really care too much about performances of players in the Ranji Trophy? Why is one fantastic IPL mean national selection and recognition? We also d...2020-07-0340 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketFavorite Memories and Moments from ICC World CupsIn this episode of Cricket Unplugged, we get more personal and interactive. Everyone has their favorite memories, moments and performances from ICC World Cups. Not all memories are fond, not all would evoke the same reaction from everyone who follows the game but that's the beauty of the sport and World Cups!I present my admiration for the Minnows and how watching and looking forward to ICC Cricket World Cups to see teams from less recognized teams play on the big stage. There's also lot of interactive fun, a quiz as well to round off ou...2020-06-291h 01
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketMemorable Spells & Batting Performances from ICC Cricket World CupsIn this Podcast, we dwell into a topic that is close to every Cricket fan and is of extreme pride and importance for people who dont follow the sport- ICC Cricket World Cups. Everyone's patriotism peaks at a different level when their team plays in Cricket World Cups. We present the most memorable spells and batting performances from ICC World Cups from the time we have been following the game. This would take the listeners down memory lane as we kindle the happiness, sadness and try to relive the drama associated to such performances that stick in p...2020-06-2440 min
Cricket Unplugged- A Podcast on CricketOur Favorite Test Match CricketersThis is a Cricket Podcast that is hosted by Sooraj, a Cricket enthusiast and freak and me, Raghav a Cricket Analyst and fan. We discuss and get deep into topics that interest, intrigue us about the beautiful game of Cricket! In this podcast, we let the listeners know who are our favorite Test cricketers are over the years and what makes them special and also we end this fascinating episode with a fun, interesting and tough quiz that left me pleasantly surprised!!--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/raghav-ravichandran/support2020-06-2252 min