The Edges & Sledges Cricket Podcast

On this episode Ashwin and DJ talk all things #IndvBan at Chennai - top order fragility, another miraculous rescue act from Jadeja and Ashwin, brilliant Bumrah wickets, Gill and Pant hundreds, another Ashwin five-for and much more

The Edges and Sledges crew is back after a short break as India's Men's side returns to playing international cricket! After a few weeks off, as Bangladesh's tour of India begins with 2 tests, Varun and Ashwin get together to preview the squad, their playing 11 predictions and impact of Duleep Trophy performances on the upcoming tests. #IndvBan #IndvsBan #IndvBD #IndvsBD

It’s a full house as we analyse the recently concluded #SLvInd ODI series. India lost 0-2 to stumble to their first ODI series loss against Sri Lanka since 1997.

This week we discuss India’s tour of Sri Lanka as India tie both the third T20I and the first ODI while a loss in the second ODI sees them facing a first ODI series loss against Sri Lanka since 1997. Can Rohit Sharma’s men prevent the #IndvSL series loss?

In this episode, Ashwin and Varun discuss India's win in the the #SLvIND T20 series by winning the first 2 of the 3 games including a rain-shortened one. They talk about SKY's captaincy, Riyan Parag and Rishabh Pant's scratchy innings. They also cover the Sri Lanka Women's thrilling win over India as both undefeated teams made the finals of the Asia Cup, but India despite being 7 time Asia Cup winners, came up short in the finals this year.

On the first episode after India’s T20 World Cup win, Ashwin and DJ discuss the #ZIMvIND series (briefly) and preview the #SLvIND T20 series (at length). We talk about SKY as captain instead of Hardik and some of the big names missing out.

In this episode of the Edges and Sledges Cricket podcast, the hosts discuss India's victory in the #t20worldcup2024 . They reflect on the long wait for an ICC trophy win, the team's unbeaten run to the final, and the significance of this victory. They also analyse the team's performance, the impact of the conditions, and the contributions of individual players. The hosts discuss key moments in the final match and the importance of batting first. They highlight Axar Patel's crucial knock his run out dismissal against the run of play. Overall, they celebrate the team's collective effort and the historic win. The conversation covers Virat Kohli’s match defining knock. They also highlight the leadership of captain Rohit Sharma and the significance of this win for Indian cricket. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the retirement of senior players and the bright future of the Indian cricket team.

This week Ashwin and Varun react to #IndvAus and Afghanistan's dramatic victory of Bangladesh #afgvban to qualify for the Semi Finals of the #T20WorldCup2024 for the first time EVER. We discuss the other games of the week, all the big hits and misses , the highlights and a preview of the Semi Finals. #IndvPak #IndvsPak #IndvEng #Cricket

This week Ashwin and DJ discuss India’s win over the USA and wrap all the other big news of the #T20WorldCup2024 league stage. India take on Afghanistan on Thursday plus a preview of the super eights and knock-out stages.

This week Ashwin and DJ react #IndvPak and India's win over Pakistan at New York in the #T20WorldCup2024. We discuss the other games of the week, all the big hits and misses , the highlights and the upsets we didn't see coming (yes #USAvPAK).

Ashwin and Varun preview the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 being hosted in the USA and West Indies as it kicks off. Join them as they talk through predictions of which teams will make the Super 8 and Semi-Finals, as well as an in-depth review of Team India's Playing 11 for the first match against Ireland on June 5th.#T20WorldCup #INDvIRE #Cricket

The Edges and Sledges Cricket Podcast discusses the conclusion of IPL 2024, highlighting the performance of teams and players. They also engage in a lighthearted discussion to create the 'Bakwaskar 11' - a comical selection of the worst-performing players in the tournament. The conversation covers the selection of players for a cricket team, the performance of individual players, and the potential future of certain players and coaches. It also delves into the fantasy league results and upcoming cricket events.

This week Ashwin and Varun review the final week of the group stages of #IPL2024 that saw an incredible #RCBvsCSK game, the RCB team winning 6 in a row to qualify and the heartbreak of CSK and MS Dhoni getting eliminated from IPL 2024. The 4 playoff teams are now determined and in 1 week we will crown an IPL 2024 Champion!

This week Ashwin and DJ review the seventh week of #IPL2024 that saw KKR officially qualified, Mumbai and Punjab officially eliminated, and 5 teams fighting for the remaining playoff spots as the IPL group stages come to a close.

This week Ashwin and DJ review the sixth week of #IPL2024 and all the winners and losers of Team India’s 2024 World Cup squad. #T20WorldCup2024

Ashwin and DJ discuss week five of #IPL2024 including the five centurions - Jaiswal, Stoinis, Ruturaj, Jonny Bairstow and Will Jacks . We discuss the record breaking chase by Punjab Kings, Kohli’s matchwinning/matchlosing fifties and India’s T20 selection, particularly around the wicket keeper.

On this week’s episode Varun and DJ go through all the highs and lows of week four of #IPL2024. From Rinku’s broken bat to RCB’s elimination, we cover all the big news of the week and also discuss our predictions for India’s 2024 T20 World Cup squad.

On this week’s episode, Varun and Ashwin sit down to chat through all the #IPL2024 games from the most recent week of the Indian Premier League. We talk about how Dhoni has still got it, Rohit and Kohli's centuries, young indian talent from SRH and Punjab and start to give a sneak peak into our T20 WC squads which we will release on next week's episode

On this week’s episode DJ and Varun discuss all the big games and performances of the week - from Hardik being booed at the Wankhede to Shashank Singh’s dramatic innings to Kohli’s century in a losing cause. FalDhoni Pathak: https://youtu.be/Dg9DNQ_iuYY?si=GdD3lIamBHbHGU6V ZNMD x RCB reel: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5XsOOEy1Bz/?igsh=OTd4dGZ1ZTR1eGR1 Join our Fanzania Fantasy Cricket League code : 061D422 Remember to enter the #SukhaDaagOut contest by sending in a picture of you in a cricket jersey

On this week’s episode, Varun and DJ sit down to chat through all the #IPL2024 games of the first full week of the Indian Premier League. We talk Pandya’s troubles, Kohli’s big runs, SRH’s record-breaking score, Thala Dhoni’s 37* off 16 balls, and the newest Indian fast bowling sensation on the block - Mayank Yadav

Ashwin and Varun get together to talk about the opening weekend of the IPL. So much has changed yet some things never change. We discuss team selections, last-minute captaincy changes, old friends new rivalries, and more! It's just the first 4 games and we already have a nail-biting finish at the IPL

This week’s bonus episode is a chat with India Under-19 World Cup Winner and UP Warrioz leg spinner Parshavi Chopra. Parshavi is the Surf Excel Young Ambassador and we talk about her cricketing journey, the challenges she faced and lots more. Don’t forget to enter the #SukhaDaagOut contest to win some cool prizes! #Ad

Ten teams. 60 minutes. One Ultimate IPL Preview. It is a full house as we discuss each team’s strengths, weaknesses and X-factors.

This week we discuss India's thumping innings victory over England in Dharamshala to complete a stunning 4-1 win. This is the 17th consecutive home series win for India, and raises lots of questions for Ben Stokes and England's Bazball approach. We talk:- Yet another debutant for team India: Devdutt Padikkal - Kuldeep's stunning 5-fer on a 1st day Dharamshala pitch- 10 wickets to spinners for the first time at Dharmshala- Centuries for both Gill and Rohit- Fifties for Jaiswal, Sarfaraz and Padikkal on Debut- ⁠R Ashwin taking the new ball and YET another 5-fer- England's 2nd innings collapse to wrap the test on Day 3 We also briefly cover WPL summary to date and a quick look ahead to #IPL2024 #cricket #indveng #testcricket #rohitsharma #india #teamindia [APOLOGIES FOR THE AUDIO ISSUES - ONE OF THE MICS WAS PLAYING UP, WILL BE SORTED NEXT EPISODE]

This week we discuss another magnificent comeback from Team India to win the #IndvEng test series 3-1. This is the 17th consecutive home series win for India, a record that stretches back to 2012 when India lost against Alastair Cook’s England.

India took a 2-1 test series lead as the perfect team performance completed India’s largest-ever test win in terms of runs at Rajkot (434 runs was the margin). We talk Rohit and Jadeja’s hundreds from 33-3 in the first hour ⁠Sarfaraz’s debut and dimissal ⁠Ben Duckett’s 153 - ⁠Ashwin’s 500th wicket and prediction for day 3 Joe Root’s reverse against Bumrah was called by some as the “worst shot in test cricket history” ⁠Magnificent Siraj and Kuldeep to give India a 126-run lead in Ashwin’s absence Ben Duckett’s presser on day 3 we’ll chase anything Jaiswal’s second consecutive double hundred, Gill and Sarfaraz in the runs ⁠Jadeja’s five-for-fourth #IndvsEng test questions for both sides? - ⁠RIP #Bazball?

In this episode, the hosts discuss India's victory in the second Test against England. They analyse the performance of both teams in the first and second innings of the #IndvEng Test in Vizag, highlighting key moments and standout players. The conversation also touches on the #Bazball belief of England's team in chasing a big total and the performance of Mukesh Kumar. Additionally, the hosts address the issue of wicket-keepers and the absence of Rishabh Pant in the team. The conversation covers the issue with Bharat as the wicket keeper, previews the third test in Rajkot, discusses potential changes for India, analyses England's potential lineup, and reflects on the series and looks ahead.

On this week's episode we discuss the first test match between India and England in Hyderabad and the second test at the Gabba between Australia and the West Indies. #IndvEng #AusvWI The show includes updates on the two matches and performances by Ollie Pope, Tom Hartley, Shemar Joseph and everything #Bazball. We then look ahead to the second test at Vishakhapatnam.

In this episode, the three hosts discuss the recent #IndvAfg T20 match between India and Afghanistan, which ended in a thrilling double super over. They also #preview the upcoming #IndvEng Test series between India and England. The episode concludes with a quiz on the past India vs England Test series in India. The hosts have a fun and competitive discussion while answering the quiz questions. After the break, Dhananjaya Chak and James Buttler from Cricket Badger Podcast preview the upcoming five-test England tour of India. They discuss challenges on Indian pitches, emphasize playing to England's strengths, and analyze the impact of leadership changes in the Indian team. The duo provides a comprehensive series review, predicting top scorers and wicket-takers, addressing potential controversies, and touching on issues like the England team's food and accommodation. They also explore series score predictions, umpiring controversies, and moral policing concerns, concluding with thoughts on the future of Test cricket and the need for greater support for the format.

Summary In this episode, Ashwin and DJ discuss the India vs Afghanistan T20 series and the return of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to the team. They debate the decision to bat second and the future of Rohit and Kohli in T20 cricket. The first T20 match is reviewed, highlighting Shivam Dube's performance. The second T20 match is analyzed, focusing on Kohli's knock and the young players' contributions. The onus of stepping aside and the need for a reset in team selection are discussed, considering the upcoming T20 World Cup. The conversation covers final thoughts on Shivam Dubey, the test match squad for the first two test matches, the batting order and bowling combination, discussion on wicket-keeping and all-rounders, Kohli-Djokovic banter, and excitement for Test cricket and the upcoming T20 World Cup. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and New Year's greetings00:38 Recap of India vs Afghanistan T20 series04:07 Discussion on Rohit Sharma's decision to bat second07:13 Analysis of team selection and the return of Rohit and Kohli09:18 Debate on the future of Rohit and Kohli in T20 cricket14:24 Review of the first T20 match and Rohit's dismissal19:39 Summary of the first T20 match and Shivam Dube's performance23:31 Discussion on the second T20 match and Rohit's early dismissal25:14 Analysis of Kohli's knock and the performance of the young players29:10 Debate on the onus of stepping aside and the need for a reset32:39 Consideration of the upcoming T20 World Cup and the importance of selecting the right players32:54 Final thoughts on Shivam Dubey36:01 Test match squad for the first two test matches39:13 Batting order and bowling combination42:28 Discussion on wicket-keeping and all-rounders43:35 Kohli-Djokovic banter and other sports updates45:21 Excitement for Test cricket and upcoming T20 World Cup

Ashwin and Varun get together for the first Podcast episode of 2024 to review the South Africa vs. India Test Series the gave us the shortest ever test match (in terms of balls bowled)! They also talk about the squad just announced for India vs. Afghanistan's T20 series just a few months out from the T20 World Cup! #SAvInd #Cricket #IndvsAfg #t20worldcup

Ashwin and DJ get together to review the IPL 2024 auction and preview the upcoming #BoxingDayTest between South Africa and India! #SAvInd #ipl2024auction

It’s a full house as Ashwin, DJ and Varun round up the white ball leg of India’s tour of South Africa and preview the upcoming IPL 2024 mini auction #SAvInd #IPL2024Auction

Ashwin and DJ discuss:- #IndvAus T20 series win and prep for 2024 #T20WorldCup- India squad selected for South Africa tour - #IPL trade and retention drama

The three podcasters come together to discuss the #CWC23Final and another ICC trophy defeat for Team India. We discuss:- The Toss- The Team- The Batting- The Catch- Shami over Siraj with the new ball?- No DRS for Steve and Umpire's call for Marnus- Travis "India's aching" Head- End of the ODI road for #RohitSharma and #ViratKohli?- What next for Dravid?- With over a billion hearts breaking, how does Team India come back from this?

DJ and Ashwin get together to preview the India vs. Australia #CWC23 final in Ahmedabad on Sunday 19 November 2023. Can Team India find glory at home to wrap up this Men's ODI Cricket World Cup undefeated, or will Australia break a billion hearts to lift the trophy for a record sixth time?

We talk the first semi final of #cwc23 as India beat New Zealand to enter the World Cup final. We'll talk tons by Kohli (record breaking 50th) and Shreyas Iyer and Mohammad Shami's 7 for 57.

We wrap the last week of #CWC23 and preview the semi finals. Semi Final 1 is a repeat of 2019 with India taking on New Zealand at the Wankhede stadium and Semi Final 2 is a repeat of the 1999, 2007 and 2015 semi finals with South Africa taking on Australia at Eden Gardens.

DJ and Varun talk Virat Kohli's 49th century to equal Sachin Tendulkar's ODI record. We also talk #IndvSL and #IndvSA as India sit top of the #CWC23 table. India have qualified for the semis. Sachin v Kohli stats https://www.espncricinfo.com/story/kohli-vs-tendulkar-a-comparison-of-their-49-odi-hundreds-1406023

Ashwin is joined by special guest James Buttler of the Cricket Badger Podcast to discuss the 100-run victory for India in the #IndvEng World Cup game, to make it 6 games on the trot undefeated. India now sits at the top of the table while England is at the bottom. They also discuss Pakistan's 2 losses, Australia's resurgence, and the fight for the top 4 as the semi-finals get close! #CWC23 Find James at: https://twitter.com/cricket_badgerJoin the Edges and Sledges Fantasy League: https://icc.dream11.com/season/contest/join/97EV0105@1

DJ from Edges & Sledges and Stu from The Top Order Podcast get together to discuss the #IndvNZ #cwc23 game at Dharamsala. With both teams undefeated, match winning performances from Team India's Shami (5 wickets) and Kohli (95) overcame a spirited New Zealand performance led by Daryll Mitchell's 130 (127) to win by 4 wickets. 20 year wait stat: https://x.com/mohanstatsman/status/1716132646257094954?s=46&t=pgzzXnVqB1cLdWJQLrD42w The Top Order Cricket Podcast: https://spotify.link/BYqGicvb7Db

DJ and Ashwin discuss the #IndvPak game, the 8-36 collapse, the drama around the Pakistan fans and journalists visas and Afghanistan's fantastic win against England. #EngvAfg #cwc23 Sambit Bal article on Pakistan fans: https://www.espncricinfo.com/story/india-vs-pakistan-an-atmosphere-like-never-before-but-it-could-have-been-so-much-more-1403343

DJ and Ashwin discuss #IndvAfg and India's win against Afghanistan in their second game of #cwc23. We talk Rohit Sharma's dazzling hundred to beat Sachin's six World Cup hundreds, Bumrah's 4 for and Kohli's clinical 50.

DJ and Ashwin get together to discuss #IndvAus, which was India's first game of the #cwc23 campaign. We discuss the win, India's bowling performance, India's top order collapse to leave the chase in tatters at 2-3, THAT DROPPED CATCH by Mitch Marsh, the rescue act by Kohli and Rahul, and all the big hits and misses of the Cricket World Cup so far.

It's a full house as Ashwin, Varun and DJ get together to preview the upcoming ICC Men's Cricket World Cup #CWC23 starting on 5 October 2023. In less than sixty minutes, we run through all the ten teams including their Cricket World Cup history, memorable moments, strengths, weaknesses and X-factors. Fantasy cricket league link: https://icc.dream11.com/season/contest/join/97EV0105@1

India beat Australia 2-0 in Mohali and Indore ODIs to become the number one 1 ranked ODI side just before the World Cup. We will discuss: - Shami's five for in Mohali- Shubman Gill: taking things to the next level with yet another hundred- SKY: Is he creating a headache for India?- KL Rahul's magnificent form- the return of Iyer- Ravichandran Ashwin- India's catching/dropping- #CWC23 World Cup thoughts- India Women win #AsianGames Gold!

India blow Sri Lanka away for 50 all out and chase the runs with no wickets down to win the #AsiaCup2023 final. We also discuss the final Super Four games where India beat Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka beat Pakistan and India narrowly lost to Bangladesh.

On this week's episode we discuss the Super Four stage of the #AsiaCup2023 with a focus on the #PakvInd match, which was won by India by 228 runs. We discuss King Kohli going past 13k ODI runs with a 77th international century, last minute replacement KL Rahul scoring a ton at number 4, Bumrah's return to ODI and Kuldeep Yadav's 5 for. #IndvPak Sid Monga on Bumrah’s opening spell: https://www.espncricinfo.com/story/ind-vs-pak-asia-cup-inch-perfect-jasprit-bumrah-shows-what-he-is-all-about-1397752 https://www.espncricinfo.com/story/ind-vs-pak-asia-cup-inch-perfect-jasprit-bumrah-shows-what-he-is-all-about-1397752

On this week's episode we discuss the #indvpak match at #AsiaCup2023. India were 66-4 before Pandya and Kishan put together a partnership. Shaheen Shah Afridi took 4 wickets before rain ended the match.

This week we preview the Asia Cup 2023 and run down the strength, weaknesses and X Factors of all six teams with Behram Qazi of Grassroots Cricket. Find Behram on Twitter at twitter.com/deafmango