The CricBlog Podcast: Recent Episodes
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The CricBlog Podcast is hosted by two cricket tragics who are keen to connect with guests from all over the world.
Australia fan Charbel Coorey and India fan Nash Sant review Australia's 3-1 win in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy! It is Australia's first BGT win since 2014/15 and they now hold every bilateral trophy plus World Test Championship and ODI World Cup.
Australia fan Charbel Coorey and India fan Nash Sant review an action-packed day at the SCG. The 1st day of the 5th BGT Test belonged to Australia after bowling India out for 185. However, Jasprit Bumrah is on song again, dismissing Usman Khawaja and going toe-to-toe with 19-year-old Sam Konstas.
Australia fan Charbel Coorey and India fan Nash Sant review an incredible Boxing Day Test match at the MCG, where Australia prevailed by 184 runs. Pat Cummins' team sealed victory in dramatic fashion, taking seven wickets in the final session to take a 2-1 series lead heading into Sydney.
Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) review a thrilling fourth day at the MCG. Australia collapsed to 91/6 courtesy of some outstanding fast bowling especially from Jasprit Bumrah, but recovered thanks to runs from Pat Cummins, Nathan Lyon and Scott Boland.
The lead is 333 with 1 wicket in hand. Will Australia bat on? Can they take the 10 wickets needed? Or can India find a way to win?
Australia fan Charbel Coorey reviews day 2 of the 4th Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at the MCG. Australia took control thanks to a brilliant Steve Smith ton and late wickets to derail India's promising innings!
Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) review a memorable day one of the 2024 Boxing Day Test. Sam Konstas announced his arrival to Test cricket with an incredible 60 off 65 balls, taking Jasprit Bumrah on with success. We also discuss (and debate) the Virat Kohli-Sam Konstas shoulder barge incident.
Where does this Test stand with Australia 311/6? India fought back, but will 350 be too much?
Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) preview the 4th Test of the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy - the big Boxing Day Test showdown! We discuss the strengths and weaknesses of both Australia and India, how we think the MCG pitch will play and importance of winning the toss.
Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss the rain-affected final day of the third test and the big retirement announcement from Ravichandran Ashwin.
Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss the fourth day of the third test of the Border-Gavaskar trophy 2024-25. Lower order batting and KL Rahul have saved India from a follow-on. Can India go to MCG with a 1-1 scoreline?
We discuss the 3rd day's play in the 3rd test in the Border Gavaskar trophy 2024-25. India has crumbled again to 51-4 in a rain-affected game. What will the teams and the weather bring out on the final two days?
Australia fan Charbel Coorey and India fan Nash Sant review day 2 of the 3rd Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) series where Australia dominated. Travis Head smashed India again, scoring 152 off 160 balls, while Steve Smith enjoyed a return to form with a century of his own (101). But, India were poor, and Nash is critical of Rohit Sharma as the reliance on Jasprit Bumrah grows.
We preview the 3rd test being played at the Gabba and discuss the pitch and the possible playing XIs for the two teams.
Best of BGT 2024/25 - fan reactions! Charbel Coorey, Australia fan and one half of The CricBlog Podcast, reacts to Australia’s huge 10-wicket win over India in the 2nd Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) at Adelaide Oval.
Pat Cummins bounced India out with a hostile spell on day 3, but the great work was done earlier in the Test by the Aussies. In this video, I touch on 5 key reasons why Australia won (as well as why India lost) the Test.
Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss the how Australia has just smashed India in the second test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25.
Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss the second day's play of the Pink Ball test. Travis Head comes off with a brilliant century and Australia end the day on top with a lead of 29 and India 5 wickets down.
In this episode, we discuss the Starc masterclass from, Day one of the 2nd test of the BGT 2024-25. What went wrong for India and how can Australia keep their grip tight on this test match?
Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) preview the second test of the BGT 2024-25 and discuss the possible final standings for the World Test Championship.
India thrash Australia in the first test of the BGT 2024-25 by a convincing 295 runs. Where to from here for Australia and how can India edge ahead in the pink ball test?
In our review of Day 3, we discuss Cummins' captaincy and what has India done right so far?
Day 2 of the First test of the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, India fan Nash Sant and Australia fan Charbel Coorey discuss an incredible batting display by Jaiswal and KL Rahul. Australia were clueless and didn't have a Plan B. We touch on Australia’s worries and where it’s going wrong for them.
In our first review video of the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, India fan Nash Sant and Australia fan Charbel Coorey discuss an incredible day at Perth where 17 wickets fell. Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj and Harshit Rana were far too good for Australia, who fell to 67/7 in response to India’s 150.
We touch on Australia’s batting worries and where it’s going wrong for them. Plus, is this the best Bumrah has ever bowled?
Also, we discuss KL Rahul’s controversial dismissal, India’s batting and where the match can go from here.
Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss the biggest rivalry in Test Cricket -- Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25.
We preview the 1st Test at Optus Stadium in Perth, plus look at some big predictions: leading run-scorers, leading wicket-takers, surprise packets and series winner!
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss Pakistan’s incredible 2-1 ODI series win in Australia. Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah and Mohammad Hasnain were far too good for an Australian team that was well off the pace in Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth.
We also look at the controversy around the 2025 Champions Trophy. India have reportedly made it clear they won’t be travelling to Pakistan. Should they be excluded from the tournament? Or would that be financial suicide?
We also touch on India vs South Africa T20I series, where the Proteas won the second T20I thanks to a fine bowling performance and excellent 47* by Tristan Stubbs. Did India get things wrong tactically there?
Plus, Nathan McSweeney has been confirmed as Australia’s Test opener! Is this the right call? Should Marcus Harris, Cameron Bancroft or Sam Konstas have been picked instead?
Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss New Zealand's unbelievable 3-0 series win in India. Who on earth could have predicted it? Also, we touch on who should open for Australia in BGT and answer fan questions in our Ask CricBlog segment.
In this episode of The CricBlog podcast, Nash Sant (India fan) and Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) review New Zealand's incredible series win in India. What went so wrong for India and what did New Zealand do well?
Also, we answer fan questions in the Ask CricBlog segment
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Nash Sant (India fan) and Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) review the first Test between India and New Zealand in Bengaluru. We also review New Zealand's superb win in the Women's T20 World Cup Final in Dubai and look at the Sheffield Shield plus Pakistan's great win over England in Multan.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss what is going wrong for Pakistan after yet another bad showing. We also look at the Women's T20 World Cup and start of the 2024/25 Sheffield Shield season.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Nash Sant (India fan) and Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) look at the 2nd Test between India and Bangladesh at Kanpur. Will India pull off a great win?
We also look at Australia's series win in England and Sri Lanka's superb showing against New Zealand.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Nash Sant (India fan) and Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) review day 1 of the 1st Test between India and Bangladesh. We look at the brilliance of R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja and touch on any worries India have regarding their top six.
We also look at Travis Head's superb form after the opener smashed 154 in the first ODI against England.
Sri Lanka and New Zealand are playing an exciting Test at Galle with Kamindu Mendis starring yet again.
Plus, Aiden Markram needs to lead the way for South Africa against an excellent Afghanistan in Sharjah.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss the shortcomings of Bazball, Australia's win in the 1st T20I vs England and looking ahead to India vs Bangladesh
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) share their view on who the best Test batsman of this generation is. Plus, we look at Pakistan's struggles, Bangladesh's fast bowling improvement and Australia's series in Scotland!
In today's episode we dissect Pakistan's performance try to find out what is wrong with Pakistan Cricket? We also question whether Joe Root will surpass Tendulkar's test runs tally?
Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss Australia's possible batting lineup for the Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25 series. Should Steve Smith stay as opener? We also look at an ICC fund for Test cricket.
In an interview with CricBlog, England bowler Saqib Mahmood spoke of his performance in The Hundred Final. He bowled a magnificent spell, finishing with 3/17 to win player of the match.
Mahmood also spoke of his road to recovery after stress fractures to his back that kept him out of action for an extended period of time. He also touched on his goal of returning to the England side.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Nash Sant (India fan) and Charbel Coorey (Australia) discuss the recent three-match ODI series between Sri Lanka and India. The Lions ended their 27-year ODI series drought with a 2-0 series win, led by their spinners. We also touch on WI vs SA.
CricBlog has gained access to an interview with cricket legend Ellyse Perry after her Hundred match for Birmingham Phoenix against London Spirit at Lord's. Perry scored 65 off 48 balls after fellow Australian and player of the match Meg Lanning struck 53 off 41 balls. It wasn't enough for the Phoenix as they fell short by 20 runs. Here is the audio of Perry's interview.
Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss The Hundred, India's tour of Sri Lanka and what's next for the Indian team with a new coach taking the reigns.
In the latest episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel (Australia fan) and Nash (India fan) discuss the recently announced India and Australia squad along with some debate around the state of test cricket. 3
In the latest episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel (Australia fan) and Nash (India fan) discuss the comments from Ben Stokes during the 2023 Ashes. Plus, we touch on James Anderson and look at India's ongoing T20I series in Zimbabwe.
In our latest episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Nash Sant (India fan) and Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) discuss the T20 World Cup Final between India and South Africa. We look at the key moments and touch on Jasprit Bumrah's brilliance in particular.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss USA's magnificent victory over Pakistan in the T20 World Cup. We also discuss our teams India and Australia, and Nash talks about the challenges he has experienced travelling to and from the Nassau County International cricket stadium in New York.
We discuss the IPL and KKR's dominance throughout the tournament. T20 World Cup is also upon us and we dive into our T20 previews and predictions.
Nash Sant (India fan) and Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) preview the IPL 2024 playoffs. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are all gunning for glory. Who will win?
Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India and Mumbai Indians fan) discuss the blockbuster clash between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Chennai Super Kings. We also touch on James Anderson retirement news and what's the way forward for England.
Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India and Mumbai Indians fan) discuss the recently announced T20 World Cup squads with a focus on India and Australia.
In this week's episode, we discuss all the wrong things happening at Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bangalore. Rajasthan Royals are meanwhile soaring high and so is Sunrisers Hyderabad!
We are back for 2024 with our first episode and we look at the IPL 2024 so far. We also discuss the Mumbai Indians saga and what is happening with RCB!
Australia fan Charbel Coorey reacts to Nathan Lyon taking his 500th Test wicket. In the process, Lyon became just the third Australian - and eighth overall - to achieve the feat.
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We discuss the upcoming summer of cricket here in Australia and preview the South Africa vs India series.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India) touch on India's recent 4-1 series win over Australia. Also, we look at the feud between Mitchell Johnson and David Warner, as well as the all-rounder debate for Australia ahead of the Pakistan Tests.
Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) has a look at whether Cameron Green is a good pick for RCB at 17.5 crores. Also, the video touches on the key priorities for Royal Challengers Bangalore in the upcoming IPL 2024 Auction.
Classy New Zealand all-rounder Daryl Mitchell kindly took the time to chat with Tawhid Qureshi, who is part of the CricBlog team.
Mitchell spoke of New Zealand's defeat in the first Test against Bangladesh, the recent ODI World Cup including the incredible Mumbai crowd, plus his own journey as a cricketer.
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We try to dissect the three T20I games so far and discuss the prospects of India and Australia in the T20 World Cup 2024!
Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) share their reaction to the 2023 Cricket World Cup Final where Australia won by six wickets.
The key questions - did India choke and how good were Australia tactically? Where to now for both the teams?
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Australia fan Charbel Coorey reviews Australia's brilliant World Cup win in front of 100,000 fans at Narendra Modi Stadium at Ahmedabad. It's the 6th title for the Aussies!
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Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) preview the 2023 World Cup Final between India and Australia. India are the undoubted favourites, but can Australia cause them issues?
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We try to put in words, the freak innings by Glenn Maxwell. Was it the best innings you have ever witnessed in the ODI format? We try to make sense of what happened from 90-7 at one stage to winning the game with 5 overs to go, it was all thanks to The Big Show!
After a dominant display of fast bowling and complete annihilation of SL batting line-up, we try and put what we saw into words and discuss which team can actually challenge this Indian team in the World Cup.
In today's episode, we speak to cricket journalist Anuj Prabhu from Sportskeeda about the mismanagement of the 2023 WC and what went wrong behind the scenes. We also try to debunk the myth about ODI cricket and it's existence along with discussing all the on-field cricket action so far in the tournament.
Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss India's six-wicket win over Australia in the World Cup match at Chennai. We look at what went right for India and what went wrong for Australia.
We're back! In this episode, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss where India are at ahead of the Asia and World Cups. We look at their squad and also touch on where Virat Kohli should bat and why Suryakumar Yadav has struggled in ODIs so far.We also discuss Australia's tour of South Africa, as well as the disappointing lack of hype around the 2023 World Cup.
Australia fan and one half of The CricBlog Podcast Charbel Coorey reacts to Australia's defeat at Headingley. Follow CricBlog on Twitter - https://twitter.com/cric_blog Check out CricBlog: www.cricblog.net
Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (also supporting Australia in the Ashes) review another thrilling Ashes Test match. We look at why Bairstow's dismissal is perfectly legitimate, Ben Stokes' brilliance and whether Australia are well placed to win again in the next Test.
Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (also supporting Australia in the Ashes) review a classic Test match at Edgbaston. We look at the key talking points including Ben Stokes's decision to declare at 393/8, the whole Ollie Robinson drama, plus the brilliance of Usman Khawaja and Pat Cummins.Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/cricblogpod Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cricblogpod/
Charbel (Australia fan) and Nash (India fan) preview the highly anticipated 2023 Ashes series! Could this be the best Ashes since 2005?
Charbel (Australia fan) and Nash (India fan) review a dominant performance by Australia in the 2023 World Test Championship (WTC) Final. We also touch on India's struggles in ICC knockouts dating back to 2013.
Charbel (Australia fan) and Nash (India fan) preview the World Test Championship Final! We both look at the strengths and weaknesses of the two teams, plus who will win.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel gets grilled for predicting "this" team to win the IPL! He and Nash also look at the upcoming playoffs, as well as why certain teams missed the top four.
If you are a fantasy cricket player, be sure to check out CricBlog's Dream11 prediction hub for in-depth information on head-to-head stats, pitch reports, possible XIs and more.
In this episode, Charbel & Nash review the past week of IPL action. We discuss the teams we've been most impressed and disappointed with!
At the halfway mark there is not a lot separating the teams and it still could be anybody's game in the second half.
In this episode, we discuss the close IPL season so far with 9 teams fighting for the top 4 spot. A long way to go but are DC already out? We also discuss the squad that Australia has just announced for the WTC and the Ashes.
Charbel & Nash review what has been a superb IPL 2023 tournament to date, with plenty of drama and close matches. We discuss the best and worst teams so far, look at the best-performing players, weigh in on the strike rate discussions & Impact Player rule.
Charbel & Nash preview Kolkata Knight Riders ahead of IPL 2023. Will they win their third title?Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/cricblogpod Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cricblogpod/ Follow our hosts on Twitter - Nash Sant - https://twitter.com/NashvSant Charbel Coorey - https://twitter.com/cric_blog
Charbel & Nash preview the 2022 champions Gujarat Titans ahead of the IPL 2023 season! Can they go back-to-back?
We were fortunate enough to have Herald Sun journalist Max Hatzoglou on the podcast to discuss all things Australia domestic cricket, including New South Wales' struggles, Australia A squad, top performers & the Sheffield Shield 2023 final.
Charbel (Australia fan) and Nash (India fan) review another fast-moving day in BGT 2023. Australia can smell victory, but will they do it?!
Charbel (Australia fan) and Nash (India fan) review Australia's strong day in the third Test at Indore. We also discuss our thoughts on the Indore pitch.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel (Australia fan) and Nash (India fan) review one of the greatest Test matches of all time. We look at England's decision to follow on and New Zealand's amazing fight.
Plus, we review another World Cup for the amazing Australia women's team & preview the third BGT Test between India and Australia.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel (Australia fan) and Nash (India fan) discuss the ongoing BGT series. We also look at England's success in New Zealand and preview the semi-finals of the Women's T20 World Cup in South Africa.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel (Australia fan) and Nash (India fan) review day 2 of the Delhi Test. Can Australia produce the goods on day three or will they collapse?
Australia planned to sweep all of the bowlers, but they could only manage to sweep themselves to 9-58 on Day 3. India take a 2-0 lead in the series and retain the Border Gavaskar Trophy again.
In our review of day 1, Charbel (Australia fan) and Nash (India fan) look at how India kept Australia at bay. We also look forward to whether Australia have a chance in this Test.
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India was clinical and bundled out Australia for 90 in the third innings to go 1-0 up in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2023.
It was Day 2, and the story did not change much from the first day. India are in the driving seat thanks to the captain, Rohit Sharma's brilliant hundred and Jadeja and Axar's wonderful batting down the order.
A disappointed Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and very happy Nash Sant (India fan) discuss the first day of the 2023 Border Gavaskar Trophy, where India, led by Ravindra Jadeja, dominated the Aussies.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel (Australia fan) and Nash (India fan) discuss the upcming four-match Test series between India & Australia. We share our possible XIs, key talking points & series predictions.
We also look at the WPL, India's terrific U19 World Cup win and who will win the BBL.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) talk about the hot talking points in the Big Bash League. We also touch on South Africa's horrid performances in Australia and Pakistan's struggles at home.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, we look at the Gabba pitch, preview the Boxing Day Test and discuss Pakistan's and Bangladesh's struggles. We also touch on T20 cricket, including Australia's magnificent women's team and the BBL, where the Sydney Thunder's 15 all-out is still hard to believe!
Also, Charbel apologises about the quality of his mic in the first 5 minutes or so.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel (Australia fan) and Nash (India fan) preview the Australia vs South Africa Test series. We also review England's great Test series win in Pakistan, and look ahead to the final three women's T20Is between India and Australia. Also, is it the end for Shikhar Dhawan?
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel (Australia fan) and Nash (India fan) debate whether England's win is their best in away Tests. We also touch on the Australia-West Indies series (Nathan Lyon, Marnus, Smith, low crowds) and India's white-ball approach.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss the cricket schedule after meaningless matches between Australia vs England and New Zealand vs India. We touch on how Cricket Australia is out of touch with the public, especially after the record-low crowd at the MCG.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss the recently concluded T20 World Cup. We look at India and Australia's issues, and praise (surprise!) England.
Also, we chat about our T20 World Cup teams of the tournament & Moeen Ali's comments on the international cricket schedule.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss what has been a terrific T20 World Cup. We go through India's win over Bangladesh, Australia's very poor situation and lots more.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss the brilliance of the Associate nations in week one of the T20 World Cup. We also look at a World T20 XI from players from Associate nations.
We also look forward to Australia vs New Zealand and India vs Pakistan, and discuss where the matches will be won.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel (Australia fan) and Nash (India fan) give their predictions for the World Cup. We also talk about Matthew Wade obstructing the field and not appealing, the WBBL, as well as the teams to watch out for in the coming weeks.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, we discuss Shimron Hetmyer's missed flight, Australia's best T20I XI, whether India can win the WC without Bumrah, plus Bavuma's place in South Africa's T20 team.
Also, in this week's edition of "our takes" both Nash and Charbel pick their current Test XIs with just one player from each country!
In this episode, we discuss the ever so controversial Mankad dismissal. Australia has to fit Cameron Green into their World Cup plans and another unpredictable performance from Pakistan currently underway. In the end segment, Charbel and Nash pick their Best non-Asia XI test team that could compete with India in India since 2000.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, we discuss the new rules announced by the ICC. We also look at Australia's win in the first T20I against India, where we analyse India's poor death bowling.
Plus, in this week's "Our Takes" segment, Charbel and Nash both name their "Best Left-Handed XI since 2000". Both are incredible teams, even with some incredible players left out!
We are back for a second season!
We talk about who will be the next Australian ODI captain. We also discuss the horrible Kiwi performance on Australian shores and why does India always fail in multi-nation tournaments.
In this episode, we discuss Australia's inability to win test matches on fifth day. Well done to Babar and the Pakistan team after the 1st innings fiasco.
We also discuss the first ever Bangladesh ODI win in South Africa and give our thoughts on the Women's Cricket World Cup 2022,
In our first episode of 2022, we pay tribute to the great Shane Warne after his shock passing. We also preview the Pakistan vs Australia 2nd Test after a shocker in Rawalpindi, and we also chat about other cricket including the Women's ODI World Cup.
England after getting themselves in a strong position at end of day three, suffered a collapse (AGAIN!) in the first session of day four. They could only manage a lead of 19 and Australia won the test pretty convincingly.
A big week gone by and a big week coming up. India and NZ fought out for a draw and Ashes battle is getting heated up with the a few spots still up for grabs in the Australian squad.
Tim Paine's resignation has certainly come as a shock to everyone but social media had a field day with the memes. Serious questions still need to be answered for Australia going into the Ashes.
We also discuss India winning another bilateral against NZ and starting their prep for T20 WC next year in Australia.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, a very happy Charbel (Australia fan) discusses Australia's triumph in the T20 World Cup with co-host Nash. We discuss what went right for Australia (other than the toss of course!) in what proved to be a very successful campaign.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, we discuss all things T20 World Cup. We look at the teams who impressed and the teams who disappointed, especially India. Plus, we touch on why Australia qualified for the Semi Finals and whether they can go all the way.
Featuring Indian fan Debashish Sarangi (Twitter: @plumb_infront).
As India struggles to reach the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup, we take a look and talk about what possibly went wrong for the tournament favorites.
In this special episode of The CricBlog Podcast, we chat with India fan Preity Upala about India's defeat vs Pakistan and how they will perform going forward. We also look back as CSK's great IPL victory
Pakistan finally managed to beat India in an ICC event and it was a clinical win. India have to regroup quickly and come back stronger while teams have sat up and taken notice of the Pakistan performance. Some cracking games already happened and some cracking fixtures are lined up.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, we look at the early stages of the T20 World Cup, including Scotland's amazing win against Bangadesh. Also, we review the IPL 2021 Final, where MS Dhoni's CSK produced a magnificent display against KKR.
We touch on Australian domestic cricket too - Sheffield Shield and the WBBL.
Daniel Beswick from Emerging Cricket talks us through his take on the upcoming T20 WC qualifiers and which countries have the best chance of going through to the Super 12s
Yet another IPL final for CSK and MS Dhoni whereas RCB yet again faltered in the last few steps and Kohli bows out as captain without getting his hand on the trophy. We discuss the Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator of the IPL and also preview the QUalifier 2 and the Final. We also talked about the Australia vs India series and Charbel shares his thoughts about the Barmy Army.
We got the opportunity to talk to USA National Cricket team captain, Saurabh Netravalkar. He spoke about his journey from Mumbai Cricket to the Captain's role of USA Cricket and his vision for the future of Cricket in USA.
In this episode, we discuss the brilliant test match between Australia Women and India Women and look at the permutations and combinations for 4 teams fighting for the last playoff spot in the IPL 2021 season.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel (Aussie fan) and Nash (India fan) discuss the exciting Australia vs India women's series. Also, we look at the 2nd leg of IPL and discuss how each team is progressing.
Plus, we touch on the Sheffield Shield and Ashes.
How do you start a fantasy team? What are the key areas to look at in fantasy cricket? What is the perfect investment strategy in fantasy cricket?
We try to answer all your fantasy cricket questions in this special feature episode with our special guest and fantasy cricket expert Nikhil Popat a.k.a. CricCrazyNiks
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) preview phase 2 of IPL 2021 to be played in the UAE. We look at each team, their possible XI and where we think they might end up.
We also give a shoutout to Zimbabwe legend Brendan Taylor who played his last international. Also, we touch on Sri Lanka's struggles, South Africa's successful run of form and whether Bangladesh can win the T20 World Cup.
Charbel had the pleasure of interviewing Jaydev Unadkat from the Rajasthan Royals. In the interview, Jaydev talked about his personal game, the Royals' chances in the upcoming 2nd phase of IPL 2021 and India's superb performances in Tests.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) review India's amazing victory at The Oval. We marvel at Jasprit Bumrah's brilliance, Shardul Thakur's performance and Rohit Sharma's century, among other things. We also look at what went wrong for England.
There is plenty of other cricket too, with Sri Lanka taking on South Africa in an important ODI series. Also, New Zealand have bounced back in Bangladesh, and Charbel talks about the concerns regarding the Bangladesh team. We also talk about Ireland and women's cricket.T
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss England's magnificent display in the 3rd Test against India at Headingley. We look at what went right for England and what went wrong for India, as well as paint a little picture as to how the rest of the series might pan out.
We also look at Ireland vs Zimbabwe, touching on Ireland's difficult group in the T20 World Cup involving Sri Lanka, Netherlands and Namibia. We also touch on the ongoing Caribbean Premier League, as well as updates on Justin Langer's situation as Aussie coach.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) look ahead to the 3rd Test between England and India at Headingley. We discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each team, look at our possible XIs and predict who will win.
We also touch on the West Indies vs Pakistan 2nd Test, where the tourists have made good strides towards winning the Test. Special mention to Fawad Alam, who scored his 5th Test century after a long wait to make a return to the national side.
Also, what's going on with Justin Langer? Lots of noise around his status as Australia coach. We discuss the situation and provide our thoughts.
In this quick, special episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel (Aussie fan) and Nash (India fan) discuss Australia's T20 World Cup squad. We look at the inclusion of Josh Inglis, exclusion of a few key names and Australia's possible XI for the tournament opener.
Also, we look at whether Australia can qualify for the semi finals with this full-strength squad.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel (Aussie fan) and Nash (India fan) review an amazing week of Test cricket. First, we look at India's magnificent victory after completely dominating day five with bat and ball at Lord's. We touch on India's magnificent pace bowling, and England's horrible tactics and batting.
We also witnessed an amazing Test in Jamaica between West Indies and Pakistan. We praise Kemar Roach, Jayden Seales, Jason Holder, Jermaine Blackwood and Kraigg Brathwaite for their fine efforts, while looking at why Pakistan fell just short.
We also touch on the T20 World Cup draw in what promises to be an exciting period coming up in cricket.
In episode 20 of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel (Australia fan) and Nash (India fan) review the 1st England vs India Test which was unfortunately ruined by rain. We discuss the best performers in the match and provide our thoughts as to how the rest of the series might transpire.
Also, Charbel provides his thoughts on an insipid Australia team, pointing the finger at Australia's domestic cricket structure. Is Australia in trouble going forward? Perhaps. A lot has to be done.
We also look forward to the 2nd England vs India Test and take a quick look at the upcoming West Indies vs Pakistan Test series.eng
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, we preview the England vs India Test series. We look at the strengths and weaknesses of both teams and attempt to make a prediction as to how the series will pan out.
We also look at Australia's chances in Bangladesh and who to watch out for in what promises to be a competitive series.
Also, we cover Ben Stokes' decision to take an indefinite break from cricket on mental health grounds and how more players could do the same given the unrelenting cricketing calendar.
In this special feature episode of The CricBlog Podcast, we welcome the awesome Preity Upala, host of The Preity Experience, to discuss why she loves cricket and why the sport is special to her.
We look at India's chances in England and whether they will win their first Test series there since 2007, as well as whether a women's IPL is the right call at this present moment. Preity shares some of her strong views on the India men's team, what needs to be done in women's cricket and other topics pertinent to the game of cricket.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Aussie fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss the ongoing series between India and Sri Lanka. We look at players who have impressed, and whether Suryakumar Yadav should be in India's first XI for the World Cup.
Also, Charbel looks at how players can get confused by the word "intent". Australia were inconsistent in the West Indies in a tough tour, and the guys try to explain what happened.
We also touch on The Hundred, South Africa's chances at the World Cup and whether Bangladesh can challenge Australia in their upcoming T20I series.wor
In the latest episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel Coorey (Australia fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) dissect Australia's poor performance in the T20I series vs West Indies. We discussed which player could make a difference in the dreaded 5-7 positions in the batting lineup and whether Australia's bowling stocks are strong enough.
We looked India's superb depth in white-ball cricket as they hammered Sri Lanka in the first ODI. The future is certainly looking bright for the men in blue.
We also had a discussion on who makes England's best T20 side. Should Liam Livingstone be first choice and does that mean players like Eoin Morgan and Ben Stokes should watch over their shoulder?
Plus, Shakib Al Hasan highlights his all-round greatness once again, Ireland are competing well with South Africa, and some good performances in women's cricket.
1st half of the episode: Charbel (Australia fan) and Nash (India fan) try to discuss what on earth is going wrong with Australia's T20 cricket as they slump to defeats in the West Indies series. Charbel tries to make sense of Australia's situation and why they are struggling, with a few jokes included as well.
We also discuss Pakistan's struggles, Bangladesh's win in Zimbabwe, women's cricket and more.
2nd half the episode: We are honoured to have been joined by Amit Sinha from RandomCricketPhotos&Videos to discuss our favourite ever cricket photos. Definitely a nolstagia trip for the cricket nut.
In this special feature episode of The CricBlog Podcast, we were joined by Radha Gupta, founder of She Talks Ball. Radha is extremely passionate about women's sport, and is obsessed with the game of cricket, particularly the Indian Women's Team. We chatted about where women's cricket is at now, and where it could be in the near future. This is one you don't want to miss!
Charbel Coorey (Aussie fan) and Nash Sant (India fan) discuss the comments made by Steve Smith last week that he will consider missing the T20 World Cup to be fit and firing for the Ashes later this year. We also review the West Indies vs South Africa T20I series, where the Proteas pulled off a fantastic series win against one of the T20 World Cup contenders.
Did Sri Lanka actually mistake Tom Curran for Dale Steyn with that headband?! We review a very easy time for England against Sri Lanka. Also, we praise Mithali Raj for her superb achievement of becoming the highest ever run-scorer in international women's cricket. Plus, we give you a taste of a special feature coming out later in the week.in
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel (Aussie fan) and Nash (India fan) discuss a tweet hinting that AB de Villiers could be retiring after the rescheduled IPL 2021 later this year. Plus, we discuss the World Test Championship Format and what changes should be made, as well as providing our thoughts on the England Women vs India Women (i.e. where India go from here and England's strengths), West Indies vs South Africa and England vs Sri Lanka series. Throughout the show, we answer a number of fan questions, too.
In the latest episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel (Aussie fan) and Nash (India fan) review the World Test Championship Final. We look at why New Zealand won the game and just how good they are, as well as what went wrong for India. Do Virat Kohli's men have serious concerns to fix?
We sarcastically joke about England's approach to rest players from Test cricket as they are cruising in the T20Is against Sri Lanka. Also, we chat about South Africa's thumping win against the Windies, focusing on the excellent Proteas attack and horrid West Indies batting effort.
Also, we looked at the PSL 2021 Final between Multan Sultans and Peshawar Zalmi (time of recording was before the match). Congratulations to the Sultans on their first-ever PSL Title.
In this episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel and Nash preview the World Test Championship Final between New Zealand and India. We look at the possible XIs of each team and the key battles to watch out for, as well as who we think might get the win. We also look at England's pummelling at the hands of NZ, which was a great sight for Aussie Charbel, in a week where the Windies also got hammered by South Africa and Shakib Al Hasan shows us some Sunday League stuff.
In this episode, we discuss whether ECB are right to suspend Ollie Robinson from international cricket after old tweets resurfaced online during day one of the England-New Zealand Test. Both Nash and Charbel provide their passionate takes on the issue. Also, we chat about the 1st England vs New Zealand Test, and whether England did the right thing playing for a draw or that they simply aren't brave enough. We chatted Netherlands vs Ireland and also welcomed Proteas fan Dan Osmond to look at South Africa's chances in their Test and T20I tour of the West Indies.
In episode 10 of The CricBlog Podcast, Charbel (Aussie fan) and Nash (India fan) are joined by Dan and Kez from WeCricket to preview the England vs New Zealand series. We all provide our insights into how the series will transpire and which players need to step up. We also discuss how boards need to manage players through bubbles and quarantine given the news of IPL 2021 likely to restart on September 17 in the UAE. Plus, Ireland will take on the Netherlands this week as part of the ODI Super League, and we chat about that as well.
This week, co-hosts Charbel and Nash discuss the delay in payments from BCCI to the 2020 WC Finalists Indian Women's team. We also discussed the wonder that is Darren Stevens along with the under-performing Aussies in the LV County Championship.
On this special feature, co-hosts Nash and Charbel chat with NZ cricket fan Sritama Panda and discuss the upcoming England-NZ series with an eye on the WTC final between India and NZ.
Co-hosts Charbel and Nash are back after a week off and discuss Tim Paine's comments about India playing mind-games during the recent tour. But the big-ticket item this week is Cameron Bancroft. The sandpaper gate will not go away for Cricket Australia and a new investigation might be opened up after Bancroft's recent comments. We also discuss the England-NZ series and the WTC final.
On episode 7 of The CricBlog Podcast, Aussie fan Charbel Coorey and India fan Nash Sant discuss the somewhat inevitable chaos in the IPL right now. Is it time to pull the plug or can the BCCI keep the tournament going? In terms of the cricket itself, Charbel had plenty to say in a passionate defence of David Warner and how SRH have gone a long way to ruin their own season. How on earth can they drop Warner and send out a batting lineup like that vs the Royals? We also chatted to Tim Dale Lace from South Africa regarding the big news regarding the CSA board and all things SA cricket.
In this special feature interview, we chat with Daniel Beswick from Emerging Cricket on all things Associate Cricket. Daniel passionately talks about how the big 3 could be doing so much more to help grow the game more around the world, as well as what the Olympics can do for cricket. Also, we chat about some of the most exciting players in Associate cricket and who could be the stars of the future. It was such a great interview with Daniel, and we hope you enjoy it!
In episode 6 of The CricBlog Podcast, Aussie fan Charbel Coorey and India fan Nash Sant discuss whether the IPL should continue amid India's COVID-19 crisis. There has been a big debate as to whether having the IPL at a time like this is right, and we discuss it here on the podcast. In terms of the cricket, Ravindra Jadeja produced arguably the best ever all-round display to sink RCB. We discuss that and more on the IPL, as well as Pakistan's win in Zimbabwe and a forgettable Test match in Sri Lanka.
In episode 5 of The CricBlog Podcast, we review the opening week-and-a-bit of IPL 2021. We discuss what have been the driving factors behind RCB's superb start to their campaign, and whether this is the year they can finally go all the way. If they do, they will completely prove Charbel wrong! Also, Johns Benny (@CricCrazyJohns) joined us to talk about his cricket story and gave his insights into the IPL. We also chatted about the Sheffield Shield Final, where Queensland dominated New South Wales to win the title. Marnus Labuschagne was brilliant, and we were full of praise for he and the Queensland team. Be sure to subscribe and follow us on Twitter & Instagram at @cricblogpod.
We had the pleasure of interviewing Toby Marriott, founder of Cricket District. We spoke about the best village cricket moments, best stadiums and how fan-generated content is here to stay. Cricket District is the home of cricket culture. Growing the sport we love through the power of social media.
In episode 4, we discuss about ABD being the best all-format batsman in modern day cricket and also touch on the opening weekend of the IPL 2021. We also spoke to a very special guest Andrew "AJ" Tye from Rajasthan Royals about their 2021 campaign.
In episode 3 of The CricBlog Podcast, we discuss the controversial moment involving Quinton de Kock and Fakhar Zaman in the 2nd South Africa vs Pakistan ODI. Did QdK mean it and did he break the rules? Also, we talk about our IPL 2021 Predictions, namely Orange Cap, Purple Cap and the top 4. Nash and Charbel disagree about a few things, so it's interesting stuff.
Plus, each week on the podcast, we will have a special feature. This week, we spoke about our favourite ever bowlers who helped us fall in love with the game.
India win, AGAIN?! In the second episode of The CricBlog Podcast, we discuss the recently-concluded India-England ODI series. We were joined by passionate (and knowledgeable) England fan Adam Sutherland to discuss the series. We also had the pleasure of speaking to Fatima from Popping Crease South Africa about the SA Women's Team in India and how the men's team will go against Pakistan. Plus, how good is the Aussie Women's side? We also chatted about our cricketing stories and answered fan questions. Enjoy!
A podcast by the fans, for the fans! And who said an Aussie and an Indian can't get along?
In the first ever episode of The CricBlog Podcast, Australian Charbel Coorey and Indian Nash Sant discuss the India vs England T20I series and provide our unique perspectives on what's been happening in the cricketing world. We also touch on which other teams, other than India & England, can make a mark in the T20 World Cup later this year. Also, we had Dan and Kez from Wecricket join us to talk about the recent India vs England T20I series and where England go to from here.