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    Can Lahore Qalandars win ANOTHER PSL?! | Qalandars Vs United Review | PSL Daily # 25 | EP 186

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 49:33


    Lahore Qalandars have qualified for their 3rd PSL final in 4 years. Here's what we think about it.Tickets for Toronto Blue Jays Cricket Day at the park on Saturday, May 31st, here: https://cutt.ly/CDPCCBPPT&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    Lahore Qalandars Get PAYBACK!! | Qalandars Vs Kings Review | PSL Daily # 24 | EP 185

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 41:24


    Lahore Qalandars have knocked out Karachi Kings and will face Islamabad United in Qualifier 2. Tickets for Toronto Blue Jays Cricket Day at the park on Saturday, May 31st, here: https://cutt.ly/CDPCCBPPT&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    Quetta Gladiators are in the PSL FINAL! | Gladiators Vs United Review | PSL Daily # 23 | EP 184

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 35:56


    Quetta Gladiators are in the PSL final for the first time in 6 years. Here's what we think about it. Tickets for Toronto Blue Jays Cricket Day at the park on Saturday, May 31st, here: https://cutt.ly/CDPCCBPPT&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    Was Virat Kohli a “GREAT” Test Player?! | EP 183

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 47:17


    Our thoughts on Virat Kohli's test retirement and whether he was a great test cricketer or not. Tickets for Toronto Blue Jays Cricket Day at the park on Saturday, May 31st, here: https://cutt.ly/CDPCCBPPT&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    Can Islamabad United go BACK to BACK?! | United Vs Kings Review | PSL Daily # 22 | EP 182

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 41:57


    Islamabad United has secured the 2nd spot on the points table and will face Quetta Gladiators in Qualifier 1 on Wednesday. Our thoughts. Tickets for Toronto Blue Jays Cricket Day at the park on Saturday, May 31st, here: https://cutt.ly/CDPCCBPPT&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    PSL Playoffs LOCKED IN! | PSL Daily # 21 | EP181

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 57:48


    Tickets for Toronto Bluejays Cricket Day at the park on Saturday, May 31st here: https://cutt.ly/CDPCCBPPT&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    Can Mike Hesson TRANSFORM Pakistan's White-Ball Team? | EP 180

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 34:33


    The end of Aqib Ball and the beginning of the Mike Hesson era in white ball cricket. Here's what we make of it.T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    IPL & PSL CANCELLED: What This Means for Cricket?! | EP 179

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 35:36


    Our thoughts on the recent developments in cricket in Pakistan & India, and what this means for the future of cricket?Timestamps:0:00 - PSL & IPL suspended 7:18 - Current state and future impact on cricket15:03 - Our experience with Indian cricket fans21:08 - ESPN Cricinfo underreporting PSL on social media 26:15 - India's monopoly in cricket 30:20 - Final thoughts

    Will Islamabad United Ever Win Again? | United Vs Gladiators | PSL Daily # 20 | EP 178

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 39:39


    Islamabad United has lost four games in a row for the first time in its PSL history. Can it make a comeback?T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    Should Rizwan be REMOVED as Multan Sultans Captain?! | PSL Daily # 19 | EP 177

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 35:52


    Zalmi beat Sultans and gave themselves a chance to qualify for the playoffs. T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    Shaheen's ATTITUDE problems and United's LOSING streak! | PSL Daily # 18 | EP 176

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 43:50


    BP boys review an action-packed PSL weekend. T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    IS BABAR AZAM BACK IN FORM?! | Zalmi Vs United Review | PSL Daily # 17 | EP 176

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 30:44


    Babar Azam's unbeaten 50 guides Zalmi to a win against United, which has kept the PSL points table interesting. T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    Multan Sultans ELIMINATED! Islamabad United's Streak BROKEN! | PSL Daily # 16 | EP 175

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 35:07


    Multan Sultans have been eliminated, and Islamabad United's 10-match winning streak has been broken. BP shares its thoughts. T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    Babar Azam is Amir's Bunny?! | Zalmi Vs Gladiators Review | PSL Daily # 14 | EP 173

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 42:48


    Babar Azam has fallen prey to Mohammad Amir for the 2nd time in this PSL. Is Babar Amir's bunny? BP boys discuss. T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    Is Rizwan Why Multan Sultans lost AGAIN?! | Sultans Vs Qalandars Review | PSL Daily # 13 | EP 172

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025 36:37


    Multan Sultan lost another game in the PSL, and the discussion about Rizwan's strike rate has never been louder. BP serves its opinions. T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    The Biggest Choke in PSL History? | Kings Vs Gladiators Review | PSL Daily # 12 | EP 171

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 31:33


    Quetta Gladiators have successfully defended the lowest total in Lahore in the PSL history thanks to a bottle job by Karachi Kings. BP boys share their thoughts. T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    Is Babar Azam FINALLY Back?! | Zalmi vs Qalandars Review | PSL Daily 11 | EP 170

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 31:26


    Is Babar Azam finally back in form? BP boys discuss. T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    Multan WIN, Lahore LEARN! Ubaid Shah KNOCKS OUT Usman Khan | PSL Daily # 10 | EP 169

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 33:33


    Multan finally gets a win, and Lahore learns. Our thoughts on the game and the insane accidental punch from Ubaid Shah to Usman Khan. T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    Babar Azam FINALLY Scores BUT Zalmi LOSE! | Zalmi Vs Kings Review | PSL Daily # 9 | EP 168

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 36:17


    Babar Azam has finally scored some runs, but Zalmi ended up losing. BP boys review the final match played in the Karachi stadium. T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    Is Islamabad United UNBEATABLE?! | United vs Kings Match Review | PSL Daily # 8 | EP167

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 34:21


    Islamabad United has set a new record by becoming the first team to win nine consecutive games in the PSL. BP discusses whether they are unbeatable. T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    Has Babar Azam been EXPOSED?! Multan continue to LEARN! | PSL DAILY # 7 | EP166

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2025 39:30


    Peshawar Zalmi has just recorded the biggest win in PSL history in terms of runs, but Babar Azam's form remains a huge concern. Has he been exposed? The BP boys discuss.T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    Is Hassan Ali the Greatest Bowler in PSL history?! | PSL Daily # 6 | EP 165

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 28:34


    Shoaib Akhtar once again stole the focus from Bashaar and took it to himself. BP boys review the boring QG vs KK game.T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.comTimestamps:0:00 - QG v KK: a one sided match 3:44 - Warner's cameo, QG's horrible fielding effort and Shoaib Malik dropped14:33 - Guess the top 5 wicket takers in PSL history 18:38 - Amir's cameo21:10 - Meshing Pakistani dramas with cricket 23:44 - Saud Shakeel's pointless unbeaten innings, QG's combination and looking ahead

    Has Shadab made Rizwan his BUNNY?! | PSL DAILY # 5 | EP 164

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 37:06


    Islamabad United is undefeated while Multan Sultans is winless. Is IU peaking too early? BP discusses.T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.comTimestamps:0:00 - Islamabad United undefeated, Multan Sultans winless6:40 - Sahibzada Farhan unleashed, Haider Ali as a finisher & Azam Khan vs short pitch24:50 - Naseem's opening spell, Shadab Vs Rizwan match-up, 31:40 - Jason Holder's impact, Shadab's bowling IU's bench strength

    Is Prime Shaheen Afridi BACK & Why the Karachi Stadium is EMPTY!? | PSL Daily #4 | EP 163

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 50:48


    BP boys discuss why Karachites are not showing up for PSL matches in addition to reviewing the LQ Vs KK game. T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.comTimestamps:0:00 - PSL el clasico!3:28 - The 3 reasons why the crowds aren't showing up in Karachi 6:40 - Reason # 112:20 - Reason # 216:38 - Reason # 3 21:20 - Miscellaneous reasons23:49 - Recommended solutions to improve turnout in Karachi34:54 - KK v LQ: Fakhar's knock and Hassan Ali's bowling 42:04 - Shaheen Afridi's opening spell, Rishad Hossein's impact & points table

    Babar Azam Flops AGAIN!! | United Vs Zalmi Match Review | PSL Daily #3 | EP 162

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 38:46


    Islamabad United crushed Peshawar Zalmi in Rawalpindi courtesy of a scintillating century by Sahibzada Farhan. The BP boys discuss the match and whether Babar's poor run of form is here to stay.T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.comTimestamps:0:00 - IU give "phainta" to PZ3:56 - IU's innings, bench strength, and PZ's horrible draft picks16:18 - PZ's bowling and Babar's captaincy 23:45 - Zalmi's chase & has Babar Azam been found out?34:20 - Thoughts on Saad Masood & M.Haris

    Does Amir "OWN" Babar Azam & Was Rizwan's 100 TOO SLOW?! | PSL Daily #2 | EP161

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 44:23


    Backward Point boys review what happened over the first PSL weekend. T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.comTimestamps:0:00 - PSL Daily is back: PSL Weekend roundup2:28 - PZ v QG: Saim is back, does Amir own Babar & Abrar's celebration19:00 - MS v KK: Was Rizwan's 100 too slow, Karachi crowds & Warner's impact34:43 - LQ v QG: Lahore finally win, why is SM still playing & Usman Tariq's bowling action

    Will Lahore Qalandars Finish at the BOTTOM AGAIN?! | PSL Daily #1 | EP160

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 33:30


    Islamabad United demolish Lahore Qalandars in the PSL 10 opener. BP boys kick off their daily PSL coverage with thoughts on the opening ceremony, followed by the match. T&C applies: https://www.sendwave.compromocode "SCOREPK" valid until 06/15/2025Sendwave makes money off the exchange rate.FX rates are subject to change.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.comTimestamps:0:00 - Backward Point PSL daily is here!3:24 - PSL opening ceremony and the role of the PSL12:12 - Lahore's innings25:20 - Islamabad United's chase30:40 - Patreon comments

    Will this be the BIGGEST PSL EVER?! | Pakistan Super League Season 10 Preview | EP159

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 41:42


    The 10th edition of the PSL is HERE! The BP boys talk about what they most look forward to this season. Timestamps:0:00 - PSL 10 is HERE!3:50 - Why we aren't working with ISLU this year & BP's PSL coverage9:32 - Why this PSL is so important15:35 - Ali Tareen Vs Salman Iqbal heat20:15 - Importance of PSL to Pakistan players & is there hype for this PSL?28:08 - What are we excited about for this PSL?33:40 - Our top 4 predictions, thoughts on the PSL anthem & commentators

    Is Pakistan the WORST ODI Team EVER?! | Pakistan Vs New Zealand ODI Series Review | EP158

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025 68:06


    Pakistan has been clean-swept in the ODI series against New Zealand, and BP is here to share its misery. Timestamps:0:00 - The misery of this New Zealand tour has finally ended (or has it?)10:20 - Pakistan's consistent struggles against New Zealand continue 15:25 - Are Pakistan players not coachable, and Babar Azam's role21:23 - Pakistan's death bowling issues and PCB's lack of development of players36:06 - Pakistan's Champions Trophy blunders and toxic PCB 42:12 - Rizwan's toxic positivity and Pakistan's cricket economy 45:22 - Positives from this series and the need for all-rounders52:32 - Our thoughts on the Khusdhil Shah incident

    3 BIG LESSONS from the Pakistan vs New Zealand T20I Series | Pak vs NZ review | EP156

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 48:00


    A new look Pakistan T20 has lost their first series 4-1 against New Zealand. Should Pakistan panic and do we need to bring back Rizwan and Babar in T20s? BP boys discuss. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.comTimestamps:0:00 - Pakistan loses 4-1 2:51 - Lesson number 1 10:06 - Lesson number 2 21:05 - Lesson number 327:32 - Should Babar Azam be back in t20s and thoughts on RizBar 36:02 - Shadab Khan's woes 42:24 - ODIs preview

    The NEW ERA of Pakistan Cricket is HERE! | Pakistan vs New Zealand 3rd T20I Review | EP 155

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 38:31


    Pakistan smash a record-breaking chase to keep the T20I series alive vs New Zealand. Is this a glimpse into the new era of Pakistan's T20 cricket? BP boys discuss. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.comTimestamps:0:00 - Pakistan finally get a W6:07 - Pakistan's bowling, fielding, and bench strength 17:28 - Muhammad Haris's impact & Rizwan's future 25:30 - Hassan Nawaz's century, Salman Agha's 50, and what we've learned

    Does Pakistan NEED Babar & Rizwan back in T20s?! | Pakistan Vs New Zealand T20I | EP 154

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 54:02


    Pakistan's new T20I team is down 2-0 in the 5-match series Vs New Zealand and there is a sense of panic within the Pakistan cricket community. BP is here to make sense of it all. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.comTimestamps:0:00 - Pakistan 2-0 down 3:44 - Is Pakistan over-aggressive & should we panic?12:38 - Should Babar have been in T20s & Coaching / Developing players 23:32 - Youngsters touring New Zealand, intent and respecting conditions 31:30 - Pakistan's below-par bowling and lack of long-term planning39:33 - Shadab Khan's return & Salman Agha in the runs 47:10 - Aamir Jamal's fine and Brad Hodge's clip

    Is India THE BEST Team in the World?! | India Vs NZ Champions Trophy Final Review | EP 153

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 30:21


    India has gone to win the Champions Trophy unbeaten, showing complete dominance. Here's what we think of their win and what this means to Indian Cricket. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.comTimestamps:0:00 - India wins the champions trophy!4:30 - India's dominance in this tournament 7:50 - New Zealand in the final13:47 - India's consistency in ICC tournaments and Rohit-Virat's impact 19:58 - 90s cricketers and modern-day cricket24:53 - Eras in Indian cricket and what's next for India

    Can India WIN the Champions Trophy Final?! | India Vs New Zealand Preview | EP 152

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 34:53


    The 2 best teams have made it to the Champions Trophy final. BP boys discuss who has the upper hand.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.comTimestamps:0:00 - CT final is here, Rohit's intent and BP's predictions6:17 - NZ's journey to finals 12:45 - Can India win undefeated and follow up on scheduling discussion 20:22 - NZ is inching close to a white ball trophy, toss and Santner factor 25:55 - Who do we think will win and Steve Smith retirement30:11 - Final thoughts

    THE END of Babar Azam & Rizwan in T20s? | Pakistan Squad Review | EP 151

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 32:48


    Pakistan has announced their 4th T20 captain in the last 1 year and have also dropped Babar Azam and Rizwan from the T20 squad. Here are our reactions. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.comTimestamps:0:00 - Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan dropped from T20s2:13 - Salman Agha the new T20 captain, and Pakistan playing modern-day cricket 10:40 - Muhammad Haris is finally back 13:52 - Shadab Khan is back in T20s 20:45 - Backing failures and new faces in the T20 squad23:52 - Changes to Pakistan's ODI squad29:20 - Final thoughts on the squad

    India KNOCKS OUT Australia to reach Champions Trophy Final! | India Vs Australia Review | EP 150

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 31:07


    India defeated Australia to secure its spot in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy. Here's what we think of it. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.comTimestamps:0:00 - India is in the FINALS!3:20 - Australia's batting and dropped chances 8:48 - India's run chase 18:55 - Does India have an unfair advantage?27:39 - Virat and Rohit Vs Kuldeep Yadav & who can beat India?

    How can Pakistan Cricket FIX itself? | Champion's Trophy 25 | EP149

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 50:08


    Pakistan's champions trophy is over. What next?Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.comTimestamps:0:00 - Pakistan's champions trophy is over 8:40 - Pakistan's squad selection19:19 - Pakistan is not playing modern-day cricket 27:27 - Why isn't Pakistan able to play modern-day cricket?33:55 - Pakistan players stagnating 42:08 - Solutions going forward

    India ELIMINATE Pakistan from the Champion's Trophy! | India vs Pakistan Review | EP147

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 64:46


    Pakistan has been eliminated from a home tournament by India in Dubai. BP boys witnessed this live and shared their raw feelings here. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.comTimestamps:0:00 - Pakistan eliminated from champions trophy 3:54 - Our experience at the stadium and Pakistan's disappointing performance 14:28 - Toss, Pakistan's start, Babar's dismissal and Imam's run-out 26:45 - Saud & Rizwan's partnership and Pakistan's overall approach 33:58 - Shaheen's review, Pakistan's total and India's intent39:00 - Virat Kohli the GOAT 50:58 - Pakistan going forward

    Is Pakistan's CHAMPION'S TROPHY OVER? | Pak vs NZ review | #CT25

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 30:28


    An ICC event has returned to Pakistan after nearly 30 years and Pakistan might just be out of it already. The BP boys are in Dubai and are trying to make sense of it all. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com

    The ULTIMATE Champions Trophy Preview! | ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Preview | EP 143

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 65:16


    Presenting you with the ultimate champions trophy preview episode where we do a deep dive on each team's squad and in the end, give our predictions for the top 4.Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.comTimestamps:0:00 - Intro6:40 - History of Champions Trophy and Qualification 16:30 - India team preview 25:53 - Pakistan team preview 31:15 - New Zealand team preview 33:45 - Bangladesh team preview 37:35 - Australia team preview44:07 - England team preview 49:51 - Afghanistan team preview 53:22 - South Africa team preview 59:02 - Top 4 predictions (SHOCKING)

    How Pakistan Won the Champions Trophy in 2017 | EP142

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 69:45


    Backward Point boys go down memory lane and recall Pakistan's remarkable journey through their triumph in the 2017 Champions Trophy. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports:https://www.yashisports.com/Timestamps:0:00 - Events leading up to the 2017 Champions Trophy 15:25 - Pakistan Vs India group match 22:42 - Pakistan Vs South Africa 28:46 - Pakistan Vs Sri Lanka 35:48 - Pakistan Vs England Semi-Final46:40 - We did not watch the Pakistan Vs India Final 54:52 - Pakistan Vs India Final ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter – https://backwardpointpod.com/

    Pakistan EXPOSED before Champions Trophy?! | Pakistan Vs New Zealand Tri Series Final Review | EP141

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2025 54:55


    Pakistan lost the tri-series final against New Zealand and the glaring issues in the team have never been more obvious. BP boys try to make sense of the mayhem. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.comTimestamps:0:00 - Pakistan loses tri-series final 3:41: Pakistan's batting, Faheem's inclusion, and Naseem's innings 11:30 - Tayyab Tahir's cameo and where is Kamran Ghulam?15:50 - Pakistan's spin bowling issues and potential solutions 30:35 - Pakistan's chances at the Champions Trophy and Naseem Shah's bowling 39:52 - Pakistan's team combination and our Champions Trophy expectations 48:38 - BP in Dubai and Babar Azam's form

    Pakistan SMASH Record ODI Chase! | Pakistan Vs South Africa Review | EP 140

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 46:12


    Pakistan completed their highest successful run chase in ODI cricket in Karachi and the BP boys are here to break it down. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports:https://www.yashisports.com/Timestamps:0:00 - Pakistan's record-breaking run chase!9:45 - Pakistan's bowling issues continue especially in death overs 17:11 - Is Abrar Ahmed neutralized and Pakistan's 5th bowler issue22:50 - Salman Agha's insane catch and Shaheen vs Breetzke beef26:01 - Pakistan's aggressive start and Karachi crowd crazy for Babar Azam32:22 - Salman Agha & Rizwan partnership 39:00 - Looking forward to the final ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter – https://backwardpointpod.com/

    Pakistan UNSETTLED before Champions Trophy! | Pakistan Vs New Zealand ODI Review | EP 139

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 49:20


    BP boys sit down and dissect the 1st Tri-Series ODI between Pakistan Vs New Zealand. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports:https://www.yashisports.com/Timestamps:0:00 - New stadium, same old story 5:18 - Pakistan concedes 330 and their 5th bowling option issue13:00 - Naseem in ODIs post injury 18:50 - Haris Rauf's injury 23:14 - Babar Azam's batting position and disappointments in recent tournaments 33:20 - Fakhar Zaman's return 36:33 - Rachin Ravindra injury 38:53 - Changes Pakistan should make for next ODI ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter – https://backwardpointpod.com/

    Can Pakistan WIN this Tri-Series at home?! | Tri-Series Preview | EP 137

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 49:06


    Pakistan is hosting its first tri-series in 21 years, and we're amped for it! Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Tri-series is here! 6:10 - New Zealand squad review 16:53 - South Africa squad review 21:55 - Pakistan squad recap and possible playing 11 combinations 38:22 - Should Pakistan make changes to the squad? 40:03 - Fixtures & what to expect from the ground conditions 45:44 - Announcement and closing thoughts ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter – https://backwardpointpod.com/

    Pakistan PANIC before Champions Trophy!? | Pakistan Squad Review | EP136

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025 52:30


    Pakistan has announced a panic squad for the champions trophy. Here's our thoughts on it. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Is Pakistan panicking? 12:26 - Who should be opening for Pakistan? 24:38 - Irfan Niazi dropped? 28:00 - Khushdil Shah and Faheem Ashraf are back 35:28 - Pakistan going in with only 1 specialist spinner 38:13 - Playing 11 combinations 46:11- Can Pakistan make it to the top 4? 47:48- Usman Khan's inclusion 48:38- Closing thoughts ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter – https://backwardpointpod.com/

    Who WON the PSL Draft?! | PSL Draft Review | EP133

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 66:39


    BP boys sit to look at how the 10th PSL draft went down. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com/ Timestamps: 0:00 - The PSL 10 draft is here (with technical difficulty) 2:30 - PSL 10 clashing with the IPL 8:35 - Surprise picks 20:55 - Quetta Gladiators 26:58 - Karachi Kings 35:45 - Lahore Qalandars 41:18 - Peshawar Zalmi 48:30 - Multan Sultans 54:15 - Islamabad United 1:00:45 - Playoff predictions ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter – https://backwardpointpod.com/

    Are the Pakistan Vs Windies Tests IRRELEVANT?! ft. @CaribbeanCricketPodcast | Series Preview | EP132

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 47:44


    In this episode, Backward Point is joined by Machel from  @CaribbeanCricketPodcast  to preview the Pakistan Vs West Indies Test series and to discuss the potential two-tier cricket system. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com/ Timestamps: 0:00 - West Indies touring Pakistan in tests after 18 years 5:18 - West Indies squad review and why their batters average low 12:15 - Comparing current players with past legends and being a fan of Windies and Pakistan 19:13 - West Indies players to watch out for 24:18 - West Indies players in the T20 circuit and Darren Sammy as head coach 30:19 - New CWI president and potential areas of improvements 35:05 - Two-tier system in test cricket 44:43 - Closing thoughts ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter – https://backwardpointpod.com/

    How the HELL does the PSL Draft work? | PSL 10 | EP131

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 54:12


    PSL draft explained. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com/ 0:00 - PSL retentions are here 5:08 - Local player category renewals + trades 15:38 - Retention rules 17:54 - Islamabad United retentions 25:02 - Karachi Kings retentions and Saim Ayub category 32:10 - Peshawar Zalmi retentions 35:31 - Quetta Gladiators retentions 39:39 - Multan Sultans retentions 41:38 - Lahore Qalandars retention 43:38 - Looking forward to the draft ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter – https://backwardpointpod.com/

    What will Pakistan do WITHOUT Saim Ayub?! | Pakistan Vs South Africa 2nd Test Review | EP 129

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 45:05


    Pakistan has been clean-swept by South Africa in the test series. Our candid thoughts here. Use code "BP10" for an exclusive 10% off your purchase at Yashi Sports: https://www.yashisports.com/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Saim Ayub's freak injury 9:59 - Pakistan conceding 615 in the 1st innings 17:03 - Is Babar Azam back? 28:20 - Pakistan's 2nd innings fight back to avoid innings defeat 39:45 - Final thoughts on the series ✉️ Sign up for our free weekly newsletter – https://backwardpointpod.com/

    Performance Coach on Elite Player Secrets, Pak Cricket Challenges & Advice for Youth ft. Hanif Malik

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 41:40


    Welcome to the Islamabad United Podcast, hosted and produced by Backward Point. This episode features Hanif Malik who is the Performance Coach for Islamabad United. Enjoy the episode as Hanif walks us through his coaching journey. Hosted and produced by  @backwardpointpod  Design & BTS by Finoto Studio

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