Edges & Sledges is a weekly cricket podcast focussing on Indian cricket and the IPL. Conceived by the 1tip1hand blog team, the three podcast hosts are ordinary Indian cricket fans based in Singapore, London and Cincinnati. Edges & Sledges is where they come together to talk about the week’s biggest…
The Edges & Sledges Cricket Podcast is an incredible podcast that has captivated cricket fans all over the world. As an avid listener, I can confidently say that this podcast is a must-listen for anyone who loves the sport and craves engaging discussions and analysis.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the passion and enthusiasm that the hosts bring to each episode. It is evident that DJ, Ashwin, and Varun are true cricket lovers who genuinely enjoy talking about the game. Their excitement is infectious and makes you feel like you are part of their conversation. Whether they are discussing intense matches or sharing personal anecdotes, their energy never wavers.
Another standout feature of this podcast is its ability to strike a balance between technical analysis and casual banter. The hosts manage to break down complex cricket concepts in a way that is accessible to both die-hard fans and newcomers to the sport. The conversations flow naturally, and it feels like you are having a chat with friends rather than listening to a formal discussion.
Furthermore, the Edges & Sledges Cricket Podcast provides comprehensive coverage of both on-field and off-field cricket news. They delve into match results, player performances, team strategies, as well as broader topics such as cricket politics and controversies. This holistic approach gives listeners a well-rounded view of the game and keeps them informed about all aspects of cricket.
While it's difficult to find any significant flaws in this podcast, one minor downside may be the occasional technical glitches in audio quality or editing errors. However, these issues are infrequent and do not detract from the overall enjoyment of the podcast.
In conclusion, The Edges & Sledges Cricket Podcast is an exceptional show that offers passionate discussions, insightful analysis, and genuine camaraderie among its hosts. Whether you miss water cooler cricket talk at work or simply want to stay updated with all things cricket, this podcast delivers everything you could ask for. I highly recommend it to any cricket enthusiast looking for a podcast that feels like a conversation among friends.
On this week's podcast episode, DJ and Ashwin get together to discuss Weeks 2 and 3 of the #IPL2025 - as #DC remain near the top of the table despite incurring their first loss to #MI, while #CSK continue to languish in last place. #SRH will have some renewed confidence from a brilliant Abhishek Sharma century that made easy work of a 245 run chase. Come play IPL Fantasy League with us! Direct Link: https://fantasy.iplt20.com/classic/league/join/31A0109@1 League Code to join: 31A0109@1
On this week's podcast episode, Varun and Ashwin get together to discuss Week 1 of the #IPL2025 which sees #RCB and #DC on the top of the table while #MI have started slow again with 2 losses in their first 2 games. They also discuss heroics from Shreyas Iyer and Ashutosh Sharma, while #Dhoni and #CSK have fallen short in 2 consecutive chases.
All 10 teams covered in under one hour! On this week's podcast episode, Varun Ashwin and DJ discuss all ten teams in #IPL2025 highlighting their strengths, weaknesses and X factors. 00:00 Introduction 01:35 WPL Final 4:10 Kolkata Knighriders 9:30 Chennai SuperKings 14:45 Lucknow Supergiants 18:04 Gujarat Titans 22:37 Sunrisers Hyderabad 28:10 Rajasthan Royals 31:38 Royal Challengers Bangalore 35:42 Kings XI Punjab 40:24 Mumbai Indians 44:30 Delhi Capitals 54:00 Predictions
On this week's podcast episode, Ashwin and DJ discuss India's third Champions Trophy win, including the semi finals against Australia and final against New Zealand. #CT2025 #championstrophy #ct2025final
DJ and Ashwin talk the #IndvNZ match from this year's #CT25 as 3 rain affected results led to a disappointing week, especially for hosts Pakistan.
DJ and Ashwin talk the #IndvBan and #IndvPak matches at #CT25
DJ and Varun discuss the #IndvEng ODIs and look ahead to India's #CT25 campaign.
On this week's podcast episode, Varun and DJ discuss India's 4-1 victory against England in the T20 series, #ViratKohli's disastrous return to the #RanjiTrophy and look ahead to the #indveng ODIs
Ashwin and DJ get together to talk this week about India's 2 wins in the first 2 games against England's T20I side at Kolkata and Chennai. England are playing their first series with Brendon McCullum as T20 coach, and some of the effects of Bazball are already visible. They talk about Tilak Varma and Abhishek Sharma's heroics with the bat, as well as Arshdeep Singh and Varun Chakravarty's good series with the ball so far. They also cover the return of key Team India test players to Ranji trophy - Rohit, Yashasvi and Pant had forgettable results, while Gill and Jadeja had memorable performances.
It's a full house this week as Ashwin, Varun and DJ get together to talk about the newly released BCCI 10-point diktat that is causing some challenges for the players, and has evoked a strong reaction from skipper Rohit Sharma! They also cover the squad for the Champions Trophy 2025 which sees the return of Mohammad Shami, but Siraj being left out, as well as preview of the upcoming 5 match T20 series vs. England.
This week Varun and Ashwin get together for the first episode of 2025 to review the crushing 3-1 defeat in the Border Gavaskar Trophy. The review the players, performances and discuss what's next for India's cricket legends in particular Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.
This week Ashwin and DJ get together to talk through the chaotic, rain-affected 3rd test match of the Border Gavaskar Trophy #BGT at the #Gabba which saw India narrowly avoid a follow on thanks to batting heroics from Akash Deep and Bumrah - and then go on to draw the game. The end of the test also came with the surprise announcement from Ravi Ashwin of his retirement from all forms of International Cricket. Ashwin and DJ share their favourite memories from his career!
Ashwin and DJ get together to review Australia's crushing 2 day defeat over India at the Adelaide Oval to tie up the #BGT at 1-1. They talk about #Kohli struggling outside the off stump, #Rohit having a poor return to the side and #Head making an incredible century to bat India out of the game. They also discuss potential changes to the Team India 11 as they prepare for the final 3 tests at the Gabba, SCG and MCG.
This week, Varun and Ashwin get together and review the second 5 teams from the IPL 2025 Auction. They talk through key retentions, auction strategy and outcome, as well as predicted playing elevens for #DC, #PK, #GT, #LSG and #MI.
This week, Varun and Ashwin get together and review the first 5 teams from the IPL 2025 Auction. They talk through key retentions, auction strategy and outcome, as well as predicted playing elevens for #SRH, #KKR, #RCB, #CSK and #RR.
On this week's podcast episode, Varun, DJ and Ashwin all come together to celebrate India taking a 1-0 lead in the Border Gavaskar Trophy as Bumrah's men complete a historic win at Perth. #ausvind #BGT They discuss Jasprit Bumrah's heroics with the ball, Jaiswal and #kingkohli's centuries, and the stunning 295 run victory over Australia. With Rohit Sharma now back to join the side, and Shubman Gill potentially available for the pink ball test in Adelaide, where does Team India go from here?
On this week's podcast episode, DJ and Ashwin preview the upcoming Border Gavaskar trophy as Team India look for some positive results after a difficult 0-3 home test loss to New Zealand. With Rohit Sharma missing out on the first test in Perth, can India pull off a miracle under Bumrah's captaincy, despite missing key players in the eleven like Shubman Gill and Mohammad Shami? #AusvInd #BGT #Cricket
On this week's episode we discuss the going #SAvInd T20 series and India's preparations before the first #AusvInd test at Perth
On this week's podcast episode, it is a full house as we talk about India's 0-3 home test series loss to New Zealand. This is the first time India has ever been clean swept in a home test series (of more than 2 tests). We will analyse what went wrong for Team India in a series which was to cement their position in the #WTCFinal and will look ahead to what changes are needed to get things back on track. We will try and answer the big question - is it all change for the test side and do we need to move on from the likes of Rohit, Kohli, Jadeja and Ashwin? Who will replace them? Where does this leave Pujara? #indvsnz
On this week's episode we discuss the second #IndvNZ test at Pune, where New Zealand led by Mitchell Santner's 13 wickets snapped India's 12 year test series winning streak at home (India won an unprecedented 18 test series at home since 2012). We discuss the Washington Sundar selection, the Indian batting collapse, Rishabh Pant's run out and India's top order issues. We also discuss Rohit Sharma's captaincy, Virat Kohli's future and look ahead to the third test and beyond.
On this week's episode, we talk about 46 all out, India's second innings recovery and collapse and then finally India's first test loss to New Zealand since 1988. We also talk Sarfaraz Khan's maiden test match hundred, Rishabh Pant's 99, his 107 metre six off Tim Southee, India's big collapse and New Zealand's canter home. Finally, we preview the second #INDVNZ test and congratulate the White Ferns on their #WWT20 victory.
It's a full house on the podcast this week as we discuss the #IndvBan T20 series which India has swept 3-0. We also discuss briefly #PakvEng and preview the upcoming #IndvNz test series.
A quick episode to discuss the second #IndvBan test match at Kanpur where Rohit Sharma's India broke team batting records and won the test within the two and a half days of play that was possible. We discuss how the #WTCFinal may have influenced India's approach to the test and also discuss the latest #IPLAuction changes and retention rules.
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.
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.
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